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Tuesday 15 October 2024
Taiwan PCB firms upbeat about demand for high-end, emerging device applications
Major players in the PCB industry are further consolidating their lead over their competition as recent data from the market research firm N.T. Information indicates that Taiwanese...
Tuesday 15 October 2024
High-speed chip makers face hurdles as AI drives data center connectivity
The advancement of generative AI hinges on enhancing the scale and refinement of current AI models, according to recent statements from numerous AI industry leaders. These improvements...
Tuesday 15 October 2024
Prices for 6-inch SiC substrates freefalling in China
Prices of mainstream 6-inch SiC substrates have fallen since the beginning of this year and are expected to keep lowering as Chinese SiC substrate suppliers expand their production,...
Tuesday 15 October 2024
SiC substrate oversupply heaps pressure on suppliers
The SiC substrate sector has quickly shifted from shortage to oversupply in 2024, thanks to aggressive expansions of 6-inch capacity at Chinese suppliers.
Monday 14 October 2024
TSMC plans more chip plants in Europe, Taiwan official says
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is planning more plants in Europe with a focus on the market for artificial intelligence chips, according to a senior Taiwanese official, as...
Monday 14 October 2024
Countering China's asymmetric strategy from demand side of supply chain resilience
At a recent International Forum on Supply Chain Resilience, scholars raised urgent concerns about China's strategy of increasing global dependence on its economy while simultaneously...
Monday 14 October 2024
China's push for chip tool independence faces talent shortage, innovation choke points
China's semiconductor equipment industry is grappling with a crisis of involution, fueled by geopolitical tensions and domestic pressures.
Monday 14 October 2024
Habana concludes interim AI battle as Intel's Falcon Shores takes center stage
Despite challenges on multiple fronts, Intel remains committed to investing in the AI race. As part of its "next phase transformation," the company's upcoming Falcon Shores GPU is...
Monday 14 October 2024
Hycon merger with SiS to boost revenue and gross margin in 2025
Microcontroller unit (MCU) manufacturer Hycon Technology will officially merge with IC design house Silicon Integrated Systems (SiS) on January 1, 2025. With the support of wafer...
Monday 14 October 2024
SBI fumes over PSMC withdrawal, but semicon insiders question how they didn’t see it coming
A recent breakdown of a semiconductor joint venture between Taiwan's Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) and Japan's SBI Holdings has led to differing statements...
Monday 14 October 2024
Home energy storage gains traction amid rising solar incentives
Fueled by government support, technological advancements, and a growing appetite for energy independence, storage companies are aggressively expanding into the global residential...
Monday 14 October 2024
MediaTek Dimensity 9400 launch showcases impressive performance, fueling smartphone adoption and potential Samsung integration
The launch of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 has been accompanied by benchmark results highlighting its impressive performance and power efficiency. Notably, the chip excels in gaming,...
Monday 14 October 2024
ROE revamps strategy with acquisitions, targets growth in 4Q24
Under the leadership of new chairman Yu-Chao Wang, backlight module manufacturer ROE (Radiant Opto-Electronics) has embarked on a series of international acquisitions, signaling a...
Monday 14 October 2024
Malaysia's IC design industry faces talent shortages and competition in pursuit of growth
Malaysia's local assembly and testing industry has evolved into a mature ecosystem that extends beyond Penang. However, the country is experiencing growing concerns about upgrading...
Monday 14 October 2024
How Japan's three arrows plan to revive its chipmaking industry
Similar to Abenomics' three arrows over a decade ago, Japan is now introducing three initiatives aimed at reversing the decline in its semiconductor industry. Professor Kuroda Tadayoshi...