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Tuesday 1 April 2025
Kaynes Semicon plans to package chips in India by July, highlighting Micron's delayed ATMP plant
A senior executive from Kaynes Semicon revealed plans for the company to become the first in India to package chips by July, noting the delay in Micron's ATMP project
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Monday 31 March 2025
India roundup: Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's appointment sparks renewed hopes for India
India sees major tech and industry shifts: Intel's OSAT speculation grows, Asus recovers US$161.9M, Netrasemi preps AI SoCs, Samsung faces US$601M tax demand, smartphone and renewable energy sectors surge, and OpenAI, Meta eye Reliance partnership
Thursday 27 March 2025
Infineon opens first Global Capability Centre in Gujarat to boost semiconductor R&D
Infineon Technologies revealed a plan to set up a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), Ahmedabad, marking the company's first such facility in the state and its second in India
Wednesday 26 March 2025
India's Netrasemi to launch AI-optimized SoCs for edge computing, eyes global market
Indian semiconductor startup Netrasemi is set to launch its first AI-optimized system-on-chips (SoCs) for edge computing applications, with tape-outs scheduled at TSMC in April and June
Wednesday 26 March 2025
India reportedly demands Samsung pay US$601 million in back taxes and penalties for tariff evasion
Reuters, citing a government order, reported that India required Samsung and seven of its executives to pay US$601 million in back taxes and penalties for allegedly evading tariffs on imported telecom equipment. The demand includes US$520 million in unpaid taxes and a 100% penalty, along with US$81 million in fines for the executives
Tuesday 25 March 2025
DIGITIMES exclusive: Asus recovers US$161.9M in bad debt from Indian client, continues to push AI server business
Asus recently announced the recognition of a NT$5.35 billion (approx. US$161.9 million) bad debt for the fourth quarter of 2024, stemming from delayed payments by an Indian client. The company has reportedly recovered this payment, allowing them to reverse the bad debt, which could positively impact their profits for the full year of 2025
Monday 24 March 2025
Tesla reportedly talking to Tata for EV component sourcing
Tesla is reportedly talking to local suppliers, including those from Tata, amid its supply chain diversification away from China and Taiwan. This move aligns with its goal to sell cars in India, where incentives are available for EV manufacturers that produce locally
Monday 24 March 2025
Weekly news roundup: China pays uncapped PhD salaries to develop ASML alternative; TSMC board member dismisses Intel foundry takeover rumors
These are the most-read DIGITIMES Asia stories from the week of March 17 – March 22
Monday 24 March 2025
Foxconn, Tata, and Dixon lead India's smartphone manufacturing momentum
India's smartphone manufacturing rose in 2024, driven by Apple and Samsung exports, with Foxconn, Tata, and Dixon Technologies significantly increasing production
Monday 24 March 2025
India's renewable energy sector sees record growth, says firm serving Tata and Adani
India's renewable energy sector is witnessing an unprecedented surge, with major corporations ramping up investments as demand for clean power grows substantially year-on-year, according to Powercon, which counts major corporations like Tata Power, Adani, and NTPC among its customers
Monday 24 March 2025
HCL-Foxconn's OSAT venture reportedly exploring engineering and construction partner
HCL-Foxconn's OSAT venture reportedly seeks EPC partners L&T and CTCI, aiming for quick Cabinet approval, following a Foxconn senior executive's visit to India
Monday 24 March 2025
OpenAI, Meta reportedly seek alliance with India's Reliance
OpenAI and Meta Platforms Inc. are each seeking a potential alliance with India's Reliance Industries Ltd., The Information reports
Monday 24 March 2025
India roundup: India-Taiwan economic ties deepen with rising investments
India's growing electronics and AI sectors are attracting major global investments. Telangana state's Taiwan Industrial zone and "Formosa Town" aims to draw Taiwanese firms under the "China+1" strategy, while Foxconn will start AirPods production in April 2025. Meanwhile, NTT plans a US$1.5 billion investment in data centers, highlighting India's rising role in global supply chains
Saturday 22 March 2025
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's appointment sparks renewed hopes for India
Intel's appointment of Lip-Bu Tan as its new chief executive has raised fresh speculation over the company's potential expansion into India's semiconductor sector, particularly in the outsourced semiconductor assembly and testing (OSAT) segment
Friday 21 March 2025
India's PLI scheme falls short of targets, prompting shift to factory subsidies
Since 2019, the Indian government has implemented the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for 14 industries to attract foreign investment in local manufacturing. Although it has positioned India as a key player in smartphone production, its benefits for other sectors are limited. As a result, India may explore offering subsidies for factory construction instead of linking incentives to production and investment levels
Friday 21 March 2025
Apple reportedly seeks Wipro and LMW as India supply chain expands
Apple is reportedly advancing talks with Indian companies like Wipro and Lakshmi Machine Works (LMW) to diversify its supply chain as the company is actively expanding manufacturing suppliers in India
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Intel signals overhaul of IDM 2.0 and foundry strategy with Lip-Bu Tan's appointment, says DIGITIMES