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Wednesday 4 December 2024
Samsung and SK Hynix collaborate to promote LPDDR6-PIM standardization
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, while competing in memory development for artificial intelligence (AI), have agreed to collaborate on accelerating technology standardization.
Tuesday 3 December 2024
Chinese foundries, memory firms face US export curbs
The upcoming US ban targets the Chinese semiconductor industry in what is expected to be the third significant crackdown in three years. However, the number of companies affected...
Monday 2 December 2024
Samsung slashes photoresist usage in 3D NAND production, impacts supplier
Samsung Electronics has reportedly reduced its use of thick photoresist (PR) in the photolithography process for its latest 3D NAND flash, achieving significant cost savings. This...
Monday 2 December 2024
Weekly news roundup: SMIC leads China's semiconductor rise as memory makers gain ground
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Monday 2 December 2024
Kioxia's IPO set to reshape memory industry
Japanese NAND manufacturer Kioxia has secured approval for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, scheduled for December 18. South Korean SK Hynix may acquire...
Friday 29 November 2024
DRAM makers tighten year-end control as flash inventory nears bottom
China's DRAM spot prices have faced continued declines throughout November, with DDR4 particularly hard hit. In contrast, NAND flash prices have shown signs of stabilizing. Following...
Friday 29 November 2024
Samsung Foundry's uncertain future: What path should it take?
Amid challenges, Samsung has decided to scale back investments in its foundry business, prioritizing existing production lines to reduce losses and refocusing efforts on regaining...
Friday 29 November 2024
PSMC advances with western PMIC growth and 3D AI foundry debut
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) announced on November 28 the launch of its Tongluo facility in Miaoli, central Taiwan, equipped with advanced interposer production...
Friday 29 November 2024
China's semiconductor industry makes significant strides, putting pressure on South Korean firms
China's largest foundry operator, SMIC, surpassed the US$2 billion revenue mark for the first time in the third quarter of 2024. Meanwhile, companies like CXMT and JHICC are aggressively...
Friday 29 November 2024
Micron targets Samsung's home turf with 'on-the-spot hiring' to attract talent
Micron has intensified its recruitment efforts in South Korea, targeting university campuses with "on-the-spot hiring" initiatives. Previously focused on hiring experienced engineers...
Friday 29 November 2024
TeamGroup sees high-end memory demand pick up in 1Q25
Memory module maker TeamGroup anticipates heightened demand for high-end memory products in the first quarter of 2025, with low-end memory demand expected to follow suit in the second...
Thursday 28 November 2024
SK Hynix's NAND production reportedly accelerates, increasing competitive pressure on Samsung
SK Hynix has reportedly begun mass production of its 321-layer 1Tb TLC 3D NAND Flash products, posing a potential threat to Samsung Electronics' (Samsung) leading position. This development...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Samsung executive reshuffle: new foundry head to boost Nvidia ties
Samsung Electronics (Samsung) has implemented a significant personnel adjustment within its Device Solutions (DS) division to regain competitiveness in the semiconductor sector. This...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Samsung's challenges mount: Nvidia Jensen Huang urge HBM3E swift approval
Nvidia is currently conducting high bandwidth memory (HBM) verification tests with Samsung Electronics (Samsung), with industry attention focused on the validation timeline and potential...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Samsung hires new foundry CTO amidst leadership changes
Samsung Electronics has enacted changes to its management, including the appointment of a new chief technology officer (CTO) for its foundry operations.