Murata starts construction of two new production buildings in Japan
Japanese component manufacturer Murata has broken ground on two new production buildings in Japan within the space of two weeks, adding to a capacity expansion programme that saw a third building completed in April. The new facilities will produce thermistors, chip inductors and noise suppression filters.
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Huawei proposes Tau Scaling Law as successor to Moore's Law
At the IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems in Shanghai on May 25, Huawei presented the Tau scaling law — a new principle for guiding semiconductor development that the company proposes as a replacement for Moore's Law, which has underpinned the industry for more than five decades.
Micron starts 1α DRAM production at Virginia fab in $2 billion expansion
US memory manufacturer Micron has begun 1-alpha DRAM manufacturing at its Manassas, Virginia facility — the most advanced memory technology ever produced in the United States, according to the company. The more than USD 2 billion investment will quadruple Micron's DDR4 wafer supply at the site.
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Connector Technology at the Core of Ground Vehicle Modernization
Ground combat vehicles are rapidly evolving from fixed-function platforms into modular, software-defined systems. This shift demands interconnect solutions that support continuous upgrades without requiring redesigns of wiring infrastructure. Scalable, high-reliability connectors, particularly those based on MIL-DTL-38999, are central to enabling this transformation.
Okmetic Vantaa fab expansion enters volume production
Okmetic has entered volume production at its expanded Vantaa facility in Finland, targeting 150–200 mm silicon and bonded silicon-on-insulator (SOI) wafers.
The invisible workhorse of technology: Inside the CPU
CPUs are at the heart of the devices we use every day – from desktop computers and laptops to smartphones and gaming consoles. But have you ever wondered how CPUs actually work?
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Powering the world – How microchips are made
The semiconductor industry is back in the mainstream spotlight. Unfortunately, that usually happens during times of volatility, shortage, and turmoil.
EU member states push for stronger Chips Act 2.0
All 27 EU Member States have called for a reinforced “Chips Act 2.0” to secure Europe’s position in the global semiconductor industry, issuing a joint declaration urging stronger action to reduce vulnerabilities and strengthen technological leadership.
Extending component lifecycles crucial for greener electronics
The world produced a record 62 million tonnes of electronic waste in 2022, according to the UN’s latest Global E-waste Monitor. Less than a quarter of that was properly collected and recycled. With volumes projected to rise to 82 million tonnes by 2030, the gap between e-waste generation and recycling is widening.
Siemens and Intel expand collaboration on IC and packaging solutions
Siemens Digital Industries Software says its continued collaboration with Intel Foundry, has resulted in new product certifications, updated foundry reference flows, and new technology enablements for Intel’s advanced process nodes and packaging technologies.
Magnachip to drop display business, goes all-in on power
Magnachip Semiconductor plans to transition into a pure-play power semiconductor company, a move aimed at boosting revenue growth, improving profitability, and increasing shareholder value. The company is now exploring strategic options for its display business, which could include a sale, merger, joint venture, licensing agreement, or even a complete wind-down.
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