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Thursday 30 October 2025
Asian Power Devices Officially Launches New Vietnam Factory, Setting a New Global Production Milestone
Taiwanese power solutions leader Asian Power Devices Inc. (hereafter "APD") officially inaugurated its new factory on October 29 at Thang Long Industrial Park in Phu Tho Province, Northern Vietnam. The event brought together APD's international clients and supply chain partners to witness this significant milestone in the company's global expansion. APD's Vietnam factory specializes in the production of power supply units, with mass production having commenced in September 2024 and full-scale capacity expansion planned for 2025
Tuesday 18 November 2025
PGC Strengthens Cloud and AI ASIC Acceleration with Synopsys' Next-Generation Interface and Memory IP on Advanced Nodes
As AI workloads scale across global cloud infrastructure, chip designers face a persistent challenge: balancing compute throughput, bandwidth, and power efficiency amid escalating design complexity.Emerging architectures built around UCIe-based chiplets, PCI Express 7.0 and CXL 3.1 interconnects, and 2.5D/3D memory-integrated packaging have made integration-not computation-the new bottleneck.Progate Group Corporation (PGC, TPEx: 8227), a member of TSMC DCA, leverages its long-term partnership with Synopsys to solve that bottleneck.Through a unified ASIC turnkey flow, PGC enables innovators to design, verify, and manufacture advanced-node SoCs and chiplet-based accelerators for cloud and AI applications with greater efficiency and lower risk.PGC integrates the latest generation of Synopsys Interface IP, spanning high-speed interconnects, memory, and networking subsystems critical to modern cloud and AI processors.The portfolio includes UCIe 40G Die-to-Die, CXL 3.x, and PCI Express 7.0 controllers that enable seamless chiplet-based compute integration for next-generation server processors.It also incorporates HBM4 and DDR5 Gen2 memory subsystems optimized for multi-stack 2.5D and 3D integration, as well as 224G Ultra Ethernet PHY solutions designed for high-throughput data-center networking.Validated across TSMC 3nm to 2nm process nodes, these silicon-proven IPs address the cloud industry's most demanding bandwidth and power-efficiency challenges while maintaining full compatibility with Synopsys EDA and PDK environments.Through its TSMC Design Center Alliance (DCA) membership, PGC provides a verified turnkey service covering RTL design, APR layout, wafer fabrication, 2.5D/3D packaging, and final test coordination.By integrating Synopsys EDA tools (Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler, ICC2, PrimeTime) and complete IP deliverables (Lib, LEF, GDS, and testbench models), PGC helps customers accelerate RTL-to-signoff cycles through pre-verified IP subsystems, SIPI (signal and power integrity) analysis, and IP hardening support-as described in Synopsys' IP Accelerated methodology.This unified approach reduces integration risk, minimiclozes manual iteration, and ensures design closure consistency across advanced-node ASIC projects."Cloud and AI systems are evolving into distributed compute platforms built on multiple dies and protocol layers," said Fred Lai, CEO of PGC."By aligning Synopsys' IP Accelerated methodology with TSMC's leading-edge processes, PGC helps customers scale performance while maintaining design predictability and manufacturing reliability."Unlike large turnkey providers that concentrate solely on a handful of mega-scale clients, PGC combines advanced-node design capability with engineering agility, making it a trusted partner for both hyperscalers and rapidly growing AI startups.Beyond simplifying multi-vendor coordination, the company maintains unified technical accountability across design, IP integration, and manufacturing, ensuring that every stage of development proceeds seamlessly.PGC's engineers perform SIPI co-optimization using Synopsys EDA and PDK models to guarantee signal and power stability, while TSMC-certified signoff flows deliver predictable yield and reliability.Supported by cross-regional teams in Taiwan, Japan, China, and the United States, PGC provides rapid collaboration and execution across the entire ASIC turnkey cycle.PGC's ecosystem extends from design integration to manufacturing, combining TSMC's advanced-node foundry services, Synopsys' comprehensive IP portfolio, and partnerships with leading OSAT partners for 2.5D/3D packaging enablement.Together, this network provides a complete foundation for high-bandwidth, energy-efficient ASIC innovation across AI, HPC, and cloud computing markets.
Tuesday 18 November 2025
T-Global Technology with Cooling Technology Accelerates Growth in the AI Era
Robust computational capabilities are fueling the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) applications. The rise of large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT-5 has triggered a surge in global data center investments, accelerating the expansion of Taiwan's semiconductor and server industries. Today, the production, assembly, and outsourcing of AI servers have become key benchmarks for industry and technology leaders aiming to lead in global AI innovation. As high-density CPU and GPU architectures continue to advance, the demand for next-generation cooling technologies has intensified dramatically.In an exclusive interview on "Thermal Solutions Powering the AI Era" with host Ashley Chu on IC Radio Broadcasting, Ricky Yu, Deputy Manager at T-Global Technology, and Director Chris Chuang discussed how rapid advancements in AI-integrated electronic devices are reshaping thermal design. They emphasized that thermal management-critical for improving heat dissipation efficiency-has emerged as one of the most pressing engineering challenges in the AI era. Currently, the industry is witnessing a significant transition from traditional air-cooling approaches to liquid-cooling systems in the design of thermal modules for advanced processors.The thermal design power (TDP) of processor cooling modules initially started at around 800 W and rose to 1,200 W by 2024, following updated thermal specifications. Today, TDP levels have reached 2,300 W, marking a steep upward trend. The cooling module market is thriving, and Chuang predicts that specifications may soon exceed 5,000 W, and could potentially approach 10,000 W in the near future - an unprecedented leap in thermal design requirements.Currently, three primary cooling methods dominate thermal management: air cooling, liquid cooling, and immersion cooling. Among these, air and liquid cooling remain the mainstream technologies, utilizing a variety of materials to absorb and dissipate heat efficiently.Immersion cooling, on the other hand, represents a promising frontier in heat dissipation. This approach submerges entire servers in electrically insulating fluids to achieve maximum thermal efficiency. While it delivers superior performance, its high cost and complex system integration continue to pose challenges, and the technology remains under active development and validation.As AI computing power continues its exponential growth, the demand for high-performance, reliable, and sustainable thermal solutions will only intensify. Companies like T-Global Technology are at the forefront of this transformation-bridging the gap between innovation and practicality, and empowering the world’s transition into the high-efficiency, high-density era of intelligent computing.PCM Development Exacerbates Heat Dissipation Challenges in AI EraYu notes that only a handful of technology giants - particularly those engaged in large language model (LLM) training - exhibit such extraordinary energy consumption in the development of advanced AI technologies. In contrast, small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as general consumers, tend to prioritize thermal solutions that balance performance and cost for their specific applications. Recognizing this market need, T-Global Technology is actively expanding its presence in this growing segment.To meet evolving thermal challenges, T-Global continues to invest in cutting-edge materials and technologies for product research and development. These include liquid metal, metal heat sinks, aluminum silicon carbide (AlSiC), and indium sheets - materials engineered to enhance heat dissipation and conductivity. The company is also advancing the design and manufacturing of solid-state heat sinks, metal modules, and cooling fans, ensuring customers receive more comprehensive and efficient thermal solutions across diverse applications.In recent years, T-Global has also integrated phase-change materials (PCMs) into new product lines. These materials, initially solid and easy to assemble, transition to a liquid state when exposed to heat, enabling efficient heat absorption and transfer. This liquid-metal-based cooling approach, already adopted in high-end gaming PCs and consoles, has emerged as a new technological highlight in advanced thermal design.To address the common issues of material overflow and cost associated with liquid metal, T-Global has developed an innovative containment design that effectively prevents leakage and corrosion - two factors that could otherwise compromise system stability and longevity. This advancement underscores the company's ongoing commitment to developing safer, more reliable, and performance-driven thermal technologies for the AI generation.Actively Enhance Global Synchronous Service Operations and Customer CollaborationIn parallel with the advancement of emerging technologies, Ricky Yu analyzed real-world customer use cases to identify their most pressing challenges. One key issue arises when clients face space constraints in computer rooms or data centers. To accommodate greater cooling demands, they often seek to upgrade thermal performance using existing equipment and infrastructure, rather than complete system overhauls.For instance, when power consumption requirements rise from 200W to 500W and even 1,000W, customers look for solutions that enhance cooling efficiency without disrupting the surrounding environment. This shift has redefined T-Global's role - transforming the company from a traditional supplier of complete cooling modules into a consultative partner that collaborates closely with clients to develop tailored, high-efficiency solutions.Global Expansion and Manufacturing ExcellenceTo meet growing international demand and the globalization of supply chains, T-Global Technology has intensified its manufacturing and operational investments. The company has established a network of zero-time consultants in China, Japan, and other overseas markets, ensuring 24/7, 365-day global support and synchronized operations.At the same time, T-Global continues to expand its overseas manufacturing base in Vietnam while scaling up production capabilities at its Taiwan headquarters. By leveraging its vertically integrated strengths in research, design, and manufacturing, T-Global is well-positioned to seize the opportunities emerging from the AI era's rapid growth - delivering agile, high-performance, and globally supported thermal solutions to customers worldwide.
Monday 17 November 2025
GUC and Ayar Labs Partner to Advance Co-Packaged Optics for Hyperscalers
Global Unichip Corp. (GUC), the Advanced ASIC leader, and Ayar Labs, a leader in co-packaged optics (CPO) for large-scale AI workloads, have announced a strategic partnership to integrate CPO into GUC's advanced ASIC design services.This collaboration paves the way for high-bandwidth, low-latency, power-efficient optical interconnects in next-generation AI, HPC and networking applications where electrical signaling is reaching its limits. By integrating Ayar Labs'TeraPH optical engines into GUC's advanced packaging and ASIC workflow, the companies are exploring critical areas to enable future CPO deployment."The CPO revolution is at our doorstep. Integrating Ayar Labs'optical engines into our advanced packaging flows is a critical step," said Igor Elkanovich, CTO of GUC. "Our new joint design allows us to address the challenges of CPO integration - architectural, power and signal integrity, mechanical and thermal - ensuring our future customers have access to a robust, high-bandwidth and power-efficient solution."The new XPU multi-chip package (MCP) design replaces traditional electrical interconnects with Ayar Labs'optical engines attached directly to the MCP organic substrate. This architecture enables more than 100 Tbps full-duplex optical interface from the XPU package, more than an order of magnitude improvement over current XPUs.UCIe-S (64 Gbps) provides bandwidth between the optical engines and I/O chiplets over the MCP substrate, while UCIe-A (64 Gbps) is used for communication between the I/O chiplet to the main AI die over local silicon interconnect (LSI) bridges. The design also addresses signal and power integrity challenges associated with the large-scale package. Thermal optimization is done at the XPU MCP level, and a new stiffener design incorporates optical engines' requirements and enables detachable fiber connections while meeting mechanical stress and warpage requirements."The future of AI and data center scale-up will not be possible without optics to overcome the electrical I/O bottleneck," said Vladimir Stojanovic, CTO and co-founder of Ayar Labs. "Working with GUC on advanced packaging and silicon technologies is an important step in demonstrating how our optical engines can accelerate the implementation of co-packaged optics for hyperscalers and AI scale-up."GUC will share more about these technology advancements during a presentation titled "Advanced Packaging Technologies for Modular and Powerful Compute" at the 2025 TSMC Open Innovation Platform (OIP) Ecosystem Forum in Hsinchu, Taiwan, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025.For more information about GUC.For more information about Ayar Labs.