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Monday 31 March 2025
KPMG survey: China's executives prioritize survival over growth
Most Chinese chief executives are focusing on corporate survival rather than growth strategies, with geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions ranking as their top concerns...
Monday 31 March 2025
Japan injects US$5.4 billion into Rapidus, eyes US$660 million in private funding for 2nm chip rollout
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) said on March 31, 2025, it will provide up to JPY802.5 billion (US$5.4 billion) in fresh funding to Rapidus, a domestic startup...
Monday 31 March 2025
Alibaba expands AI strategy from digital to physical, join hands with Apple, BMW, China Mobile
DeepSeek has allowed the public to witness the explosive growth of AI applications and the renewed hope brought by AI models undergoing repeated calculations. However, the questions...
Monday 31 March 2025
Samsung SDI considers more Chinese battery equipment amidst cost pressures
As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) slows, battery manufacturers are adjusting their procurement strategies to manage costs. South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI is exploring...
Monday 31 March 2025
LG Group prioritizes battery business and compliance at shareholder meeting
At LG Group's 63rd shareholders' meeting in Seoul, chairman Koo Kwang-mo, though absent, conveyed his strategic vision through a written message, emphasizing the company's commitment...
Monday 31 March 2025
Hanwha Semitech expands HBM production capabilities with orders from SK Hynix
Hanwha Semitech is poised to expand its supply of thermal compression bonding machines (TCB) for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) production to SK Hynix.
Monday 31 March 2025
SiCarrier enters the fray: three red flags behind China's new tech champion
As US-China tech tensions escalate, Beijing is doubling down on semiconductor self-reliance—particularly in the strategically vital field of chipmaking equipment.
Monday 31 March 2025
Micron initiates price increase; Samsung and SK Hynix may follow suit
Following the announcement of a price increase by Micron, the world's third-largest DRAM manufacturer, South Korean media analysis indicates that the other two major DRAM players,...
Monday 31 March 2025
Weekly news roundup: Semiconductor business like DeepSeek may emerge in China; Intel Japan chair defends Gelsinger strategies
These are the most-read DIGITIMES Asia stories from the week of March 24 – March 29.
Monday 31 March 2025
Geely's Zeekr establishes company in South Korea to accelerate entry into high-end market
Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle (EV) brand under Geely, is making swift moves to enter the South Korean market. On December 28, 2024, the company registered "Zeekr Intelligent...
Monday 31 March 2025
Leadership void tests Lee Jae-yong's vision for Samsung
The unexpected death of co-CEO Han Jong-Hee has reignited concerns about Samsung's fragmented leadership structure and uncertain long-term direction.
Saturday 29 March 2025
South Korean semiconductor boom drives massive profit surge for SK Hynix and Samsung in 2024
A recent survey from South Korea reveals a significant boost in the country's top 500 companies' performance in 2024. Operating profits soared by 66% compared to 2023, reaching KRW73...
Saturday 29 March 2025
Chinese AI chipmakers race to support DeepSeek, but full model adoption remains limited
Nearly 20 Chinese AI chip companies have announced compatibility with the DeepSeek distilled model, but only a handful—including Huawei, Cambricon Technologies, Moore Threads,...
Saturday 29 March 2025
No quick fix: Renesas tightens belt with layoffs, pay freeze
Renesas Electronics CEO Hidetoshi Shibata said on March 26 that layoffs and a pay freeze are necessary responses to the prolonged slump in the global semiconductor market. Speaking...
Saturday 29 March 2025
SEMI Country excerpt 4: China, BYD, and the battle for EV supremacy
China's EV industry is now building on the past glories of its automotive sector. The much-criticized issue of "overcapacity" seems to be a perpetual non-concern. Outdated, low-quality...