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Mar 10

SK Hynix develops 1c LPDDR6 DRAM for AI devices

SK Hynix on March 10 announced it has developed a 16Gb LPDDR6 DRAM using its sixth-generation 10nm-class (1c) process technology, marking what the company described as the world's first validation of an LPDDR6 product based on the 1c node.

TSMC February 2026 revenue climb on AI demand despite seasonal dip

Mar 10

Qualcomm makes its move into physical AI and robotics

Mar 10

Nvidia to restart RTX 3060 with Samsung amid China curbs, Korean report says

Mar 10

Exclusive interview: Ayar Labs CEO Mark Wade says mass production capability remains a challenge for silicon photonics

Mar 10

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IC MANUFACTURINGChina reportedly accelerating nuclear expansion while Western revival faces structural challenges

Mar 11, 10:58

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers is driving a sharp rise in global electricity demand, renewing interest in nuclear power as a source of reliable, carbon-free energy. Yet while governments in the US and Europe are trying to revive their nuclear sectors, structural challenges—including aging workforces, fragile supply chains, and project delays—are complicating those efforts.

MEMORY CHIPSApplied Materials partners with Micron, SK Hynix on US$5B AI memory R&D hub

Mar 11, 10:41

Applied Materials has partnered with memory chipmakers Micron Technology and SK Hynix to develop next-generation memory technologies for AI and high-performance computing.

IC DESIGN, DISTRIBUTIONMediaTek CEO: Advanced chip production due for a global rebalance

Mar 11, 07:54

MediaTek CEO Ricky Tsai recently discussed artificial intelligence, semiconductor geopolitics, and MediaTek's evolving strategy in an interview with an English-language publication. He also reflected on his academic background and career path, as well as his approach to work and life.

MEMORY CHIPSVivo targets 20% growth for Taiwan phone sales in 2026 despite component price hikes

Mar 11, 07:52

Vivo unveiled its V70 series in Taiwan on the March 10, aiming to drive continued growth in its 2026 local operations by bringing flagship features to a broader audience. Although Taiwan's smartphone market is expected to slow in 2025 due to high penetration rates and the price of components continues to rise, Vivo Taiwan President Yi-ting Chen said the company plans to boost revenue by 30% and increase shipment volume by 20% through targeted product segmentation and innovative marketing strategies.

MEMORY CHIPSNB ODMs see no clear early pull-in, 1Q26 shipments to decline double digits

Mar 11, 07:50

Memory shortages and price increases continue to escalate. To avoid even higher prices, vendors are shipping products sooner rather than later. However, two major notebook ODMs, Quanta and Compal, have both reported that they have not seen any early pull-in effects. Both companies stated that first quarter 2026 NB shipments will still decline double digits quarter-on-quarter, with the seasonal slow period still evident.

IC MANUFACTURINGAnalysis: Why Taiwan is building fabs it can't fill — and why that's the point

Mar 11, 07:49

Taiwan's semiconductor industry is globally dominant, yet the very success of its production ecosystem is creating friction for the academic and research community that underpins it. Many universities across the island are expanding programs in electrical engineering, electronics, chemical engineering, and materials science in a bid to grow the pool of semiconductor talent. But with industry fabs running at full capacity, circuit designs submitted for educational and academic purposes are difficult to schedule into factory operations — leaving researchers competing for time on production lines built for commercial throughput.

PASSIVE, PCB, OTHER IC COMPONENTSNvidia narrows CoWoP PCB partners to three amid advanced packaging crunch

Mar 11, 07:49

Advanced packaging capacity is tightening, and Nvidia is quietly pushing its Chip-on-Wafer-on-PCB (CoWoP) technology forward. The company is working with PCB, semiconductor packaging, and testing suppliers — even as foundry leader TSMC remains fully focused on expanding CoWoS production.

IC MANUFACTURINGTaiwan expands semiconductor R&D infrastructure with new pilot line in the pipeline

Mar 11, 07:48

Taiwan is deepening its investment in domestic semiconductor research infrastructure, part of a broader push to develop homegrown chip technology capabilities beyond its world-leading commercial foundries.

MEMORY CHIPSInmax advances into memory supply chain with DDR wafer-level test system

Mar 11, 07:47

Inmax recently announced that its self-developed DDR wafer-level test system has been adopted by a major DDR memory manufacturer and has successfully been validated for mass production. The delivery of this equipment has been partially completed, marking the official start of commercialization for Inmax's business.

IC DESIGN, DISTRIBUTIONRugged device maker Winmate sees growth surge from edge AI and defense demand

Mar 10

Industrial PC maker Winmate reported stronger-than-expected revenue in February 2026, supported by expanding demand for edge AI computing and rising global defense budgets that boosted defense-related shipments. Revenue from these segments doubled, the company said. Winmate added that the industry has entered a new growth cycle, providing clear momentum for operations and profitability in 2026.

IC MANUFACTURINGGroq reportedly urges Samsung to expand wafer production as AI chip demand surges

Mar 10

Groq has reportedly requested Samsung Electronics' foundry division to increase wafer production for its inference AI chips, reflecting the booming market demand. Industry sources expect Samsung's foundry business to boost profitability by deepening collaboration with Groq and scaling up output.

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