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Friday 12 July 2024
Samsung unveils brand-new mobile AI ecosystem; new foldable devices set to launch on July 24
Samsung Electronics held its Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event on the evening of July 10 in Paris, France. The company introduced its new generation of foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold...
Friday 12 July 2024
Japan semiconductor material suppliers ramping up investments
Japanese companies are doubling down on investments in semiconductor materials, a sector where they already dominate the global market. This comes amidst generous government subsidies...
Friday 12 July 2024
Taiwan fab toolmakers grab major orders from TSMC and China
Taiwan-based semiconductor equipment manufacturers are increasingly involved in the supply chains of TSMC and Chinese foundries, according to industry sources. SEMI projects global...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Japan-based semiconductor material suppliers gear up for EUV materials
Fueled by the growing demand for advanced chips that require EUV lithography systems, Japan-based companies are increasing investments and eyeing the supply of materials used in critical...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Taiwan's AI dichotomy: leading the hardware revolution but lagging in software support
As Taiwan powers the world's AI ambitions, its software startups face an uphill battle for survival.
Thursday 11 July 2024
AMD to acquire Finnish AI lab
AMD has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Silo AI, the largest private AI lab in Europe, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately US$665 million.
Thursday 11 July 2024
Samsung union announces 'indefinite' strike; risk of semiconductor plant shutdown rising
Samsung Electronics' largest union, the National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU), initially planned a three-day strike starting on July 8. However, the union recently announced that...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Nissan to launch in-house LFP battery production in 2028, reducing reliance on China amid ternary cost concerns
Nissan Motor has decided to initiate in-house mass production of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries starting from fiscal 2028 (April 2028 - March 2029), as the cost of ternary...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Traditional Tier-1 suppliers struggle as electrification reshapes auto supply chain
The automotive industry's ongoing transition to electronic systems and electrification is creating a "tug-of-war" between new and established Tier-1 suppliers, known for supplying...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Together with over 30 partners, SDC aims to reduce prices of Micro LED TVs to one-tenth within two to three years
Micro LED TVs are considered an important next-gen technology, but their high prices have prevented them from becoming more widespread. Samsung Electronics has made plans to reduce...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Canadian robotic company Mecademic sees 50% CAGR in Asia-Pacific automation markets
Mecademic Industrial Robotics, a leader in micro-automation, is set to expand its presence in the high-growth medical devices and electronics markets, particularly in the Asia-Pacific...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Ariane 6 launches to restore Europe's space independence from SpaceX
Europe's next-generation heavy-lift rocket, Ariane 6, is scheduled to launch from French Guiana on July 11, carrying satellites and experimental equipment.
Thursday 11 July 2024
Taiwan government encourages local firms to participate in military supply chain
During his inauguration speech on May 20, 2024, President William Lai announced the development of "Five Trusted Industry Sectors": semiconductors, AI, military, security and surveillance,...
Thursday 11 July 2024
Samsung first-ever major strike threatens chip ambitions as union asserts its influence
Samsung Electronics' largest union, the "National Samsung Electronics Union," began a general strike on July 8, 2024, and announced an indefinite two-phase strike on July 10. This...
Wednesday 10 July 2024
Screen targets doubling sales in a decade with expanded R&D and capital expenditure plans
Screen unveils its three-year mid-term business plan, aiming to increase its overseas R&D spending to address advancements in semiconductor process miniaturization, while also...