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Tuesday 26 November 2024
Prosecutors appeal, seeking five-year sentence for Samsung chairman
Jae-yong Lee, chairman of Samsung Electronics (Samsung), was indicted in September 2020 on charges related to illegal inheritance and management practices. He has faced judicial risks...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Korean chipmakers consider reducing LPDDR4 memory output
Korean memory vendors intend to promote LPDDR5 as the prevalent specification, which will necessitate a reduction in the output of LPDDR4 and LPDDR4X chips, according to industry...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Single's Day TV sales revenue outshines volume amid popularity of large-screen TVs
China's government has initiated a new wave of subsidies under the "Trade-In for New" policy for televisions and consumer electronics, effectively boosting TV demand. However, compared...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Japan's dream of chip revival: a two-pronged bet on TSMC and Rapidus
Industry sources indicate that while the Japanese government maintains high expectations for Rapidus, contingency plans are being developed. Recently appointed Shigeru Ishiba, Japan's...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
US chip restrictions on China may bolster Taiwan IC design sector
The US is reportedly poised to implement new restrictions on semiconductor exports to China, potentially affecting around 200 Chinese chip firms. The move could strengthen Taiwan's...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Japan combines HAPS, optical tech in space Internet gambit
Japanese space communications pioneers are charting an alternative path in the global satellite internet race, pushing beyond traditional satellite networks with a comprehensive strategy...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Chinese firms react to TSMC chip supplies halt and escalating US tension
TSMC has halted providing advanced AI chips at 7 nanometers and below to Chinese customers, highlighting mounting challenges for China's semiconductor industry. The suspension follows...
Tuesday 26 November 2024
Huawei presses ahead with AI chip plans despite yield concerns
Huawei is reportedly advancing its plans to mass-produce the Ascend 910C AI chip in the first quarter of 2025, even as the company grapples with extremely low wafer yields. Simultaneously,...
Monday 25 November 2024
Bessent at treasury may give China breathing room over tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump's pick of Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary may give Beijing room to negotiate with the US over their trade tensions, in part due to his moderate stance...
Monday 25 November 2024
Apple's Cook joins CEO summit with Chinese Premier on trade
Apple CEO Tim Cook joined more than 20 corporate leaders in discussions with China's premier Monday, as global companies grapple with potential trade disruptions and economic uncer...
Monday 25 November 2024
STMicroelectronics partners with Hua Hong Semiconductor to boost local production in China's EV market
STMicroelectronics unveiled a strategic partnership with China's Hua Hong Semiconductor, with a plan to commence production of 40nm process MCUs in Shenzhen by the end of 2025. STMicroelectronics...
Monday 25 November 2024
The 7nm chip sanctions on China: impact on large-scale chips, CoWoS processes
On November 8, news broke that China's 7nm chip manufacturing supply was cut off, prompting major foundries like TSMC and Samsung Foundry to remain silent. However, recent reports...
Monday 25 November 2024
Strict scrutiny of wafer qualification paves the way for 7nm technology restrictions
According to findings from China's semiconductor think tank, ICwise, the US Department of Commerce's (DOC) recent sanctions differ slightly from previous measures.
Monday 25 November 2024
High-value demand boom: AI chips drive Samsung, SK Hynix US 2024 revenue surge
In 2024, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix saw their US semiconductor revenue surge, driven by robust demand from AI-focused tech firms and data centers. This growth stemmed from increased...
Monday 25 November 2024
China leads global offshore wind race as India plays catch-up
In the rapidly evolving landscape of global offshore wind energy, China has emerged as the undisputed frontrunner, while India is just beginning to explore this sector. Industry experts...