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Tuesday 12 September 2023
Samsung, SK Hynix to catch up with TSMC in IC packaging with government help
According to Korean media Money S, the South Korean government and major semiconductor firms have signed a "Semiconductor Advanced Packaging Technology Cooperation Development...
Tuesday 12 September 2023
Will Taiwan IC design houses gain from China iPhone ban?
The extent and impact of China's prohibition on the use of iPhones in the public sector remain unclear. It will certainly negatively impact iPhone sales in China, but Taiwanese IC...
Monday 11 September 2023
European workers not as diligent as Koreans, LG Energy says
South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solution Ltd. is struggling to ramp up production at its plant in Poland, partly because of the attitude of local workers, its chief technology...
Monday 11 September 2023
Global foundry revenues anticipated to rise for 2024 despite lingering chip demand weakness, says DIGITIMES Research
The global foundry industry is expected to see its combined revenues return to growth in 2024, but chip demand is still estimated to be influenced by uncertainties in the consumer...
Monday 11 September 2023
Taiwan's leading aircraft engine manufacturer goes from sky to space
The Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) is a prominent player in Taiwan's aerospace sector, extending its influence from sky to space. AIDC is deeply involved in various...
Monday 11 September 2023
TSMC's CoWoS begins third wave of additional orders; CTSP becomes hotspot for latest expansion
According to semiconductor equipment suppliers, TSMC has reportedly begun its third wave of additional equipment orders since the second quarter, injecting life into the related equipment...
Monday 11 September 2023
Following TSMC's footsteps, MA-tek opens lab in Kumamoto
Benefitting from strong demand in the Japanese market and providing testing services to major customer TSMC, semiconductor testing giant Materials Analysis Technology's (MA-tek) Kumamoto...
Monday 11 September 2023
China's ban on foreign handsets mainly aimed at iPhones, but may also hit Samsung, LG
While Apple is about to launch its iPhone 15 series, the Chinese government reportedly has ordered civil servants to stop using overseas brand mobile phones. The directive, in addition...
Monday 11 September 2023
Pioneering progress in net-zero tech: collaborative efforts between Taiwan and the US spotlighted in Science for green hydrogen research
Following the initial breakthrough that aided in the advancement of cost-effective and high-performance hydrogen technology, additional innovative accomplishments were made in August...
Monday 11 September 2023
Taiwan's economy trilemma in the AI era
Even software engineers earning over US$200,000 annually harbor concerns about potential technological displacement. With the emergence of ChatGPT, giants like British Telecom and...
Monday 11 September 2023
Blumind targets sustainability in the chip industry, seeking long-term partnership with Taiwan
Blumind is pitching a farsighted approach of neural network processing using an all-analog architecture for AI applications to be more sustainable in the future. The company has completed...
Monday 11 September 2023
Eaton set to expand capacity for power management solutions in Taiwan
Given the global trend towards net-zero emissions and the ongoing implementation of carbon tax mechanisms, how to more effectively utilize power has become one of the most critical...
Monday 11 September 2023
Samsung to equip all home appliance products with NPUs in 2024
Samsung Electronics regards artificial intelligence (AI) as a key innovation for next-generation home appliances, and starting from 2024, the company plans to equip all its new home...
Friday 8 September 2023
Taiwan's green energy surges with 60% annual growth
Taiwan has witnessed rapid growth in its renewable energy sector. To bolster the adoption of clean energy, the government is actively promoting a free-market framework for green energy...
Friday 8 September 2023
Ex-NASA team, Mantaray, expands maritime satcom services into SEA from Taiwan base
SpaceX employed Starlink to assist Ukraine in overcoming communication barriers at war, showcasing the adaptable and resilient communication capabilities of satellites. In response...