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Wednesday 2 October 2024
Taiwanese chip makers' cultural sensitivity put to the test in Japan
Cultural sensitivity has not always been a strength of Taiwanese businesses, potentially straining Taiwan-Japan relations as Taiwan's semiconductor ventures expand overseas without...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Samsung's Vietnam dominance challenged by Chinese rivals
Vietnam, as Samsung Electronics' largest smartphone production base, has seen the company invest over KRW30 trillion (US$22.37 billion) locally over the past 17 years, earning the...
Monday 30 September 2024
Intel's Smart Capital: lifeline or stranglehold on future growth?
Amid speculation surrounding a potential acquisition of Intel by Qualcomm, reports have surfaced indicating Apollo-managed funds, a key partner in Intel's "Smart Capital" initiative,...
Friday 27 September 2024
AI's role in shaping the future of semiconductor, energy efficiency: insights from Synopsys' VP
As AI continues to captivate the tech world, industry experts are shifting their focus to the next big challenge: energy efficiency. Brandon Wang, vice president of corporate strategy...
Wednesday 25 September 2024
AI bubble: Real crisis or false issue?
Despite a broader economic stagnation and softening demand across various sectors, investment in AI, especially cloud AI, remains exceptionally high. Concerns are mounting about a...
Wednesday 25 September 2024
Likelihood of Qualcomm acquiring Intel
On September 20, news of Qualcomm's intentions to acquire Intel sent a shock wave through Silicon Valley and Wall Street.
Tuesday 24 September 2024
Will Japan, Korea, Taiwan become new trade war targets of the US as trade structure shifts?
The escalating tensions between major powers are reshaping global investment and trade patterns, leading to a surge in companies facing divestment, relocation, and investment shifts...
Monday 23 September 2024
Qualcomm circles Intel for takeover: biting off more than it can chew?
The Wall Street Journal reported that Qualcomm has approached Intel...
Wednesday 18 September 2024
Intel's strategic transition: can new orders and cost cuts lead to a rebound?
Many still regard Intel as one of the greatest American companies. However, recent struggles have led to a less flattering label: "too big to fail." The critical question now is whether...
Monday 16 September 2024
Commentary: Implications of Panram's large layoff
Panram International, a memory module contract manufacturer, has announced the layoff of approximately half its employees. The primary cause is the cancellation of OEM orders from...
Friday 13 September 2024
Equipment maker Csun discusses company transformation and succession in Q&A
Csun Manufacturing has transitioned from producing constant temperature ovens and automatic exposure machines to becoming a semiconductor equipment supplier, focusing on wafer foundry...
Thursday 12 September 2024
Revolutionizing battery technology: Q&A with Enovix CEO Raj Talluri
Established in 2007, Enovix leads the development and manufacturing of advanced 100% active silicon-anode lithium-ion batteries. In August, the company celebrated the grand opening...
Thursday 12 September 2024
Tackling memory coherence in AI: How chip supply chain is thinking ahead
In artificial intelligence (AI), especially within deep learning and large-scale data processing, maintaining memory coherence is critical. AI models often rely on extensive parallel...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
A storm is coming to European EV businesses
The European electric vehicle (EV) industry will encounter numerous obstacles in 2025, potentially leading to catastrophic development and introducing new disruptions to the European...
Thursday 5 September 2024
Cobalt recycling gains attention amid speculation on export restrictions
Cobalt is essential for producing lithium-ion batteries and is extensively used in electric vehicles, computers, and smartphones. As demand for electric vehicles rises, global cobalt...