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Monday 30 September 2024
Global advanced IC substrate market set to surge to US$31.54 billion by 2029
The global advanced IC substrate market is poised for significant growth, according to recent industry reports. Global Information, Inc. (GII) projects the market to reach US$18.11...
Monday 30 September 2024
HBM oversupply looms as Samsung seeks Nvidia validation for HBM3E
Recent debates in the semiconductor industry have raised concerns about a potential oversupply of high bandwidth memory (HBM). Analysts believe a key factor will be whether Samsung...
Monday 30 September 2024
Canon begins shipping nano-imprint lithography to US customer
Canon has announced its first customer for the nano-imprint lithography (NIL) equipment it launched in 2023 for advanced chip manufacturing.
Monday 30 September 2024
India roundup: PSMC finalizes fab deal with Tata; US-India to establish national security fab
PSMC and Tata finalized a deal for India's first commercial fab in three decades. The US and India agreed on a national security fab, which is likely to subject to US export curbs.
Monday 30 September 2024
Behind the scenes of PSMC-SBI's wafer fab in Japan falling through as signs emerged in March
On August 27, Taiwan-based Power Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp (PSMC) and Japan-based SBI Holdings announced a termination of their collaboration on a 12-inch wafer fab in Miyagi...
Saturday 28 September 2024
SBI terminates semiconductor plant partnership with Taiwan's PSMC
Japanese financial firm SBI Holdings has announced the termination of its collaboration with Taiwan's Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) to build a semiconductor...
Friday 27 September 2024
Japan's advancements in diamond semiconductor technology could lead to practical applications by 2025-2030
Technological breakthroughs in diamond semiconductors, known for their superior performance despite technical challenges, could lead to practical applications as early as 2025 to...
Friday 27 September 2024
Dutch chipmaking tool supplier opens Singapore facility to meet Asia's growing fab building demand
Dutch semiconductor equipment supplier NTS has officially opened its new assembly and manufacturing facility in Singapore. Serving as a strategic hub for the Asian market, the facility...
Friday 27 September 2024
US and India launch national security fab for compound semiconductors amid export control challenges
The US and India recently announced the establishment of a national security fab dedicated to producing chips using compound semiconductors, marking a significant milestone in India's...
Friday 27 September 2024
TSMC invests in talent development and smart manufacturing to address global skills shortage
In light of the escalating trade conflict between the US and China, coupled with the 2020 pandemic-induced global chip shortage, numerous nations are prioritizing local semiconductor...
Friday 27 September 2024
From exodus to scarcity: Fast-tracking talent growth initiatives in Japan's semiconductor industry
Japan's semiconductor industry is experiencing a significant talent shortage, with demand from chip and equipment manufacturers increasing 14-fold compared to a decade ago. Key factors...
Friday 27 September 2024
Supply chains wary over possible US recession
The US economy may be heading towards a recession, according to recent analyses. Semiconductor supply chains have reported delays and slowdowns in production ramp-ups, indicating...
Friday 27 September 2024
Semiconductor talent crunch: TSMC, Micron struggle to compete with Japan's homegrown giants
Amid rising geopolitical tensions, the global semiconductor sector is witnessing an intense chip war across multiple regions, with a critical shortage of skilled talent emerging as...
Friday 27 September 2024
Unisoc secures CNY4 billion to drive chip innovation and global presence, backed by Pudong Venture Capital
Unisoc, a leading Chinese chip design company, has secured CNY4 billion (US$548 million) in equity financing, primarily through state-backed platforms including Pudong Venture Capital,...
Friday 27 September 2024
Automakers in Europe, US, China face increased competition; Taiwan chipmakers seek breakthroughs
The competitive pressure on the automobile sectors in China, Europe, and the US has increased. In response, Taiwanese chipmakers involved in crucial supply chains seek breakthrough...