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Thursday 23 January 2025
Trump to push hard on ASML export controls, Dutch Premier says
The Netherlands expects President Donald Trump to keep pressing to restrict ASML Holding NV's exports of chip-making machines to China, according to Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoo...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Infineon launches program to boost Malaysia's semiconductor sector
The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Infineon Technologies have launched a vendor development program to enhance Malaysia's semiconductor industry.
Thursday 23 January 2025
Japan's SMBC launches semiconductor equipment financing: Kioxia first, Rapidus likely to follow
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has launched an innovative type of asset-based financing that utilizes semiconductor manufacturing equipment as collateral. This approach...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Taiwan advances academic research in quantum technology and materials amid global race
While Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's recent comments at CES 2025--suggesting it may take at least 20 years to develop a "truly useful" quantum computer--have sparked widespread debate,...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
PTI sees memory backend demand start recovering in 2Q25
Backend house Powertech Technology (PTI) anticipates a resurgence in demand from the memory sector beginning in the second quarter, with further enhancement projected through the...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Switch 2 launching in 1H25: IC supply chain gears up despite off-season
Nintendo's recent official announcement of the Switch 2 console launch in the first half of 2025 has generated significant excitement among gamers. Consumer feedback indicates strong...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Taiwan's export orders set to decline in early 2025 amid electronics off-season
Export orders from Taiwan are expected to decline significantly in January 2025, with the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) forecasting values between US$44.5 billion and US$46.5...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
EU to raise Biden's AI chip curbs with Trump administration
The European Union will raise concerns with the US over a decision to restrict the export of artificial intelligence chips from the likes of Nvidia to some of its
member states,...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
India powers semiconductor ambitions with GaN and SiC tech
Earlier this month, the Andhra Pradesh state government in India signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indichip Semiconductors and its Japanese joint venture partner, Yitoa...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Legacy semiconductor package still crucial in Indian manufacturing: Kaynes SemiCon CEO
Kaynes SemiCon, a fully owned subsidiary of Kaynes Technology India, has emphasized the value of legacy semiconductor packages in driving the country's manufacturing goals.
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Nvidia GB200 thermal issues may impact SK Hynix's 1Q25 outlook
Industry sources indicate that thermal issues associated with GB200 have prompted major clients including Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Meta to reduce their orders, impacting not...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
TSMC to promote fab operations VP to SVP for his efforts in addressing US fab issues
Y.L. Wang, VP of fab operations at TSMC, will be elevated to senior VP for his efforts in resolving challenges at the foundry's advanced fab location in Arizona, US, according to...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
'When chips are down, India chips in': PSMC-Tata fab milestone signals strengthening supply chain ties with Taiwan
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) Chairman Frank Huang made a rare public appearance at the India Republic Day reception hosted by Manharsinh Yadav, Director...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
TSMC leads in 2024 as UMC, VIS, and PSMC face challenges in semiconductor market recovery
Pure-play foundry United Microelectronics (UMC) anticipates wafer shipments will stay flat sequentially in the first quarter of 2025, with wafer ASPs in US dollars decreasing 4-6%.
Tuesday 21 January 2025
US chip restrictions disrupt Samsung's plan to gain foothold in China
The Biden Administration's last few regulatory measures to restrict advanced semiconductor foundry products from reaching China could disrupt Samsung Electronics' efforts to strengthen...