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Friday 29 November 2024
Samsung's semiconductor personnel reform appears unconventional but may still struggle with bureaucracy
Samsung Electronics is undergoing a personnel reform in response to the crisis within its semiconductor business. Notably, the head of Device Solutions (DS), Young-Hyun Jun, will...
Friday 29 November 2024
Samsung Foundry's uncertain future: What path should it take?
Amid challenges, Samsung has decided to scale back investments in its foundry business, prioritizing existing production lines to reduce losses and refocusing efforts on regaining...
Friday 29 November 2024
Qualcomm-Intel deal speculation fizzles out
Qualcomm is unlikely to pursue any transactions with Intel, a decision that aligns with industry expectations. Sources close to the semiconductor supply chain suggest Qualcomm never...
Friday 29 November 2024
PSMC advances with western PMIC growth and 3D AI foundry debut
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) announced on November 28 the launch of its Tongluo facility in Miaoli, central Taiwan, equipped with advanced interposer production...
Friday 29 November 2024
Japan doubles down on semiconductor subsidies, Rapidus poised for more support
The Japanese government is preparing a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024 (April 2024 – March 2025) to allocate additional support for the semiconductor and AI sectors, with...
Friday 29 November 2024
China's semiconductor industry makes significant strides, putting pressure on South Korean firms
China's largest foundry operator, SMIC, surpassed the US$2 billion revenue mark for the first time in the third quarter of 2024. Meanwhile, companies like CXMT and JHICC are aggressively...
Friday 29 November 2024
LCD panel stockpiling drives TDDI chip demand for midrange phones
As inventory stockpiling of midrange and entry-level smartphone panels increases, the demand outlook for LCD TDDI chips shows promise, according to industry sources.
Friday 29 November 2024
STMicroelectronics' bold bet on Hua Hong defies industry trends
Amid global economic uncertainty and shifting geopolitics, multinational corporations face tough strategic decisions. STMicroelectronics has made a striking move, announcing plans...
Friday 29 November 2024
IC distributor Zenitron expands AI product offering, strengthens China automotive presence
IC distributor Zenitron has broadened its AI product portfolio while deepening its presence in China's automotive industry.
Friday 29 November 2024
Micron targets Samsung's home turf with 'on-the-spot hiring' to attract talent
Micron has intensified its recruitment efforts in South Korea, targeting university campuses with "on-the-spot hiring" initiatives. Previously focused on hiring experienced engineers...
Friday 29 November 2024
TeamGroup sees high-end memory demand pick up in 1Q25
Memory module maker TeamGroup anticipates heightened demand for high-end memory products in the first quarter of 2025, with low-end memory demand expected to follow suit in the second...
Friday 29 November 2024
India and Siemens offers IC design resources with ChipIN Centre
India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has launched the ChipIN Centre as a central hub for semiconductor design, providing comprehensive tools and resources...
Thursday 28 November 2024
SK Hynix's NAND production reportedly accelerates, increasing competitive pressure on Samsung
SK Hynix has reportedly begun mass production of its 321-layer 1Tb TLC 3D NAND Flash products, posing a potential threat to Samsung Electronics' (Samsung) leading position. This development...
Thursday 28 November 2024
Lam Research to set up office at Tata-PSMC wafer fab
Taiwan-based pure-play foundry PSMC is building a 12-inch wafer fab for Tata Electronics in India, and Lam Research, eyeing growing Indian opportunities, plans to set up an office...
Thursday 28 November 2024
Trump's tariff strategy sparks geopolitical uncertainty
US President-elect Donald Trump's latest announcement of a 10% tariff on Chinese imports has created waves in international markets. While the relationship between this new tariff...