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Wednesday 11 September 2024
Taiwan memory chipmakers see August revenue return to on-year growth
Taiwan-based memory chipmakers Nanya Technology, Winbond Electronics, and Macronix International, as well as fabless firms Etron Technology and Elite Semiconductor Memory Technology...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Texas woos Taiwan's chip giants with US$700M fund and tax perks
In July 2024, Texas Governor Greg Abbott visited Taiwan to strengthen bilateral ties between the two regions, aiming to attract Taiwanese semiconductor companies to set up operations...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
MediaTek anticipates revenue boost from Dimensity 9400 after weak peak season sales
MediaTek reported subdued sales growth during the typically strong peak season. The company is now relying on the Dimensity 9400 to boost its annual revenue.
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Samsung and SK Hynix propelled into DRAM production frenzy by AI surge amid labor crunch
Although the semiconductor industry is in a supercycle due to AI, factories of Samsung Electronics (Samsung) and SK Hynix may not be able to operate as normal due to staff shortages...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Former Samsung and SK Hynix executive detained again for suspect of leaking DRAM technology to China
Semiconductor expert Jin-seok Choi, who was previously accused of leaking Samsung Electronics' 20nm DRAM manufacturing technology data to China and attempting to establish a "cloning...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
VIS participates in Episil private placement
Episil Technologies, a six-inch foundry, has raised funds from Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) via a private placement.
Wednesday 11 September 2024
PSMC approves technical transfer for India's first commercial wafer fab in three decades
Following the announcement of a technology transfer agreement with Tata Electronics—set to establish India's first commercial wafer fab in three decades—Powerchip Semiconductor...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Huawei reenters the ring after 6 years, championing 7nm Mate XT following 3nm iPhone 16 announcement
On September 10, Huawei and Apple, the former dominant entities in the global smartphone industry, simultaneously unveiled their next smartphones after a six-year hiatus.
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Tokyo Electron to supply equipment for Tata's chipmaking facilities, Lam Research starts new lab in India
Tokyo Electron, a leading semiconductor equipment provider from Japan, will supply chipmaking tools to Tata Electronics, which is constructing India's first wafer fab. Meanwhile,...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
China 8-inch SiC substrate maker seeking biz opportunities in Taiwan
China-based Guangzhou Summit Crystal Semiconductor (GZSC) is seeking business opportunities in Taiwan, eyeing the potential of Taiwan's 8-inch SiC wafer fabrication.
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Tata Electronics signs MoU with ASMPT Singapore for ATMP venture
In a key move to advance its assembly, testing, marking, and packaging (ATMP) facilities in Vemagal, Karnataka, and Jagiroad, Assam, Tata Electronics has signed an MoU with ASMPT...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
L&T Semiconductor Technologies partners with IBM for advanced IC design
According to an official press release, on September 10, L&T Semiconductor Technologies announced discussions to engage in an R&D collaboration with IBM to design advanced...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Indian PM reaffirms commitment to semiconductor development ahead of SEMICON India 2024
A day before SEMICON India 2024, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to supporting semiconductor development and attracting investments to help build a resilient...
Tuesday 10 September 2024
PCB maker APCB rumored to close Taiwan plant; some production speculated to shift to Kunshan
PCB manufacturer APCB is reportedly shutting down its Taiwan plant before December.
Tuesday 10 September 2024
TSMC on track for 3Q24 sales forecast
TSMC reported that August revenue decreased by 2.4% sequentially, but increased by 33% year-on-year. This would allow the pure-play foundry to meet its sales forecast for the third...