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Monday 18 November 2024
Rapidus to receive Japan's first EUV equipment in December
Rapidus, a semiconductor manufacturer aiming to mass-produce 2-nanometer chips in Japan, is set to install extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines at its under-construction...
Friday 15 November 2024
Chinese EV makers weigh relocation as EU trade tensions mount
Mounting trade tensions between the European Union and China are prompting Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers to reevaluate their European production plans. Following the EU's...
Friday 15 November 2024
Akash Systems lands CHIPS Act funding to advance AI with diamond cooling technology
On November 13, the US government announced a non-binding preliminary agreement with Akash Systems. Through the CHIPS and Science Act, the Department of Commerce intends to allocate...
Thursday 14 November 2024
ASML maintains bullish 2030 outlook on AI-driven demand
ASML Holding NV, the Dutch maker of advanced chip-making machines that are critical to global supply chains, reaffirmed its long-term revenue outlook as it bets on an artificial intelligence-driven...
Thursday 14 November 2024
Chinese MCU firms see demand recovery, optimistic about 2024 sales results
Chinese microcontroller unit (MCU) firms have observed a resurgence in demand and expressed optimism about their full-year 2024 sales results. Several Chinese MCU firms have reported...
Thursday 14 November 2024
Bracing for 'Trump 2.0': TSMC delays Arizona plant opening ceremony; Intel and Samsung steel up for challenge
According to industry sources, the inauguration ceremony for TSMC's new advanced fab site in Arizona, US, has been abruptly put on hold. TSMC has notified the invited guests that...
Wednesday 13 November 2024
SoftBank plans supercomputer With Nvidia Blackwell chips
SoftBank Group will be the first to build a supercomputer with chips using Nvidia's new Blackwell design, a demonstration of the Japanese company's ambitions to catch up on AI.
Tuesday 12 November 2024
Japan pledges fresh US$65 billion in support for chips and AI
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba pledged more than US$65 billion of fresh support for the nation's semiconductor and artificial intelligence sector as Tokyo looks to keep up...
Tuesday 12 November 2024
Intel's German fab plans face setbacks amid the collapse of governing coalition
While global attention focuses on the US presidency transition, Germany's "traffic light" coalition government collapsed on November 6.
Tuesday 12 November 2024
India-based PC contract manufacturers reportedly receive few-than-expected orders despite incentive scheme
The Indian government launched an incentive scheme to encourage local production of PCs and notebooks. However, most beneficiaries under the scheme are reportedly struggling to receive...
Tuesday 12 November 2024
Japan allocates US$130 million to advance semiconductor back-end automation
The Semiconductor Assembly Test Automation and Standardization Research Association (SATAS), a consortium of over 20 Japanese companies, has secured up to JPY20 billion (US$130 million)...
Tuesday 12 November 2024
Pat Gelsinger seeks stronger CHIPS Act backing from incoming Trump administration
Since assuming the role of Intel CEO in 2021, Pat Gelsinger has actively collaborated with government leaders to advance the CHIPS Act, a 2022 initiative aimed at boosting US semiconductor...
Monday 11 November 2024
Tata in talks with Singapore for semiconductor cooperation
During a visit to India, a senior Singapore government official confirmed ongoing discussions with India's Tata Group regarding semiconductor development cooperation. This initiative...
Monday 11 November 2024
US chip curbs boost Huawei's lead in China's autonomous vehicle race
With US restrictions on China's semiconductor sector affecting its intelligent vehicle development, Huawei has emerged as a crucial player in advancing the nation's autonomous driving...
Friday 8 November 2024
CHIPS Act Funding Fuels Corning's EUV-Grade Glass Production, Strengthening U.S. Semiconductor Supply Chain
Investments in New York and Pennsylvania Aim to Increase Domestic Production of Key Semiconductor Components
Samsung expands mobile phone production beyond Asian countries, says DIGITIMES Research
SLMs to increase presence in GenAI business opportunities, says DIGITIMES Research
Generative AI market to reach US$1.5 trillion by 2030 with Taiwan holds hardware advantage; software and services to see promising future, says DIGITIMES Research