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In a recent analysis, Evertiq explored which countries dominate global R&D spending. Viewed through the lens of absolute investment volumes, the picture is largely shaped by the United States and China, followed by established industrial powerhouses such as Germany, Japan and France. Shifting that lens away from global heavyweights and toward a smaller, highly R&D-intensive economy reveals a different dynamic — one where the relationship between research investment and industrial capability becomes more clearly defined. Finland provides a useful case for understanding how research investment translates into industrial capability.

STMicroelectronics has completed its acquisition of NXP Semiconductors’ MEMS sensors business, strengthening its position in automotive safety and expanding its sensor portfolio for industrial applications.

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The United States is preparing to establish a USD 12 billion strategic stockpile of critical minerals, a move aimed at reducing supply chain exposure to China and strengthening domestic access to raw materials used across electronics, EVs and defence systems.

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Marvell Technology has completed its previously announced acquisition of Celestial AI. The transaction was finalised following an earlier agreement and brings Celestial AI’s optical interconnect technology into Marvell’s portfolio.

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The FAMES pilot line has been officially inaugurated at CEA-Leti’s site in Grenoble, France, following the delivery of its first validated technical results. The inauguration marks the opening of a new cleanroom facility dedicated to advanced semiconductor technologies and based on 300mm semiconductor equipment.

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German EMS provider Zollner has announced the establishment of a Shared Service Centre in Pune, India, as part of its internationalisation strategy. The new entity will operate under the name Zollner Services India Pvt. Ltd. and is currently in the founding phase.

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Eaton has announced plans to separate its Vehicle and eMobility segments, collectively known as Mobility Group, into a standalone, publicly traded company.

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The global memory market is heading toward historically sharp price increases in the first quarter of 2026, according to a new forecast from market research firm TrendForce.

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS) has signed a technology licensing agreement with TSMC covering both low-voltage (80V) and high-voltage (650V) gallium nitride (GaN) process technologies.

SK hynix has announced plans to establish a new AI-focused subsidiary in the United States as part of its strategy to expand beyond memory manufacturing and strengthen its position in the AI data centre ecosystem.

Embedded technology specialist congatec has established a new research and development subsidiary in Penang, Malaysia, expanding its engineering and technical support footprint in the Asia-Pacific region.

Dutch company Leap Development, which will henceforth be known as Demcon electronics, specializes in RF technology, wireless communication, embedded systems and integrated electronics development.

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Ever wanted to pick the brains of someone deep inside the semiconductor industry? Semiconductor industry veteran Marco Mezger sat down in TaiwanPlus’ Now You Know series to answer viewer questions – explaining, quite literally, why things work the way they do.

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China Battery Exchange will serve as a strategic supplier to Qiji Energy. In this capacity, it will drive the solution layout, equipment selection, and manufacturing of mechanical and control systems for heavy-truck battery swap stations.

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The agreement enables the integration of GCT’s 5G and 4G chipsets into the satellite provider’s user equipment, unlocking new capabilities for global, resilient, and high-bandwidth connectivity, both via satellite and terrestrial networks.

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The proceeds will be used to scale engineering efforts and advance product development as Agrani Labs works towards building globally competitive AI compute solutions.

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The funding will fuel the continued advancement of Waabi’s Physical AI Platform, further accelerate the Canadian company’s commercial progress in autonomous trucking, and support its expansion into robotaxis.

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In the UK, Metlen secured a new EPC contract with Elgin for the 24.5 MW Maesmawr solar park. In Ireland, Metlen signed a new EPC contract for a solar project in County Louth. In Italy, it signed a 7-year physical Tolling Agreement for a 25MW BESS in Apulia region.

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Using autonomous shuttle robots within specially designed rack lanes, Movu atlas allows warehouses to minimize aisle widths while maximizing usable storage space.

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Japan LEO Shachu was established in July 2024 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui with the aim of creating a new economy in Low Earth orbit (LEO) by leveraging Japan's technology and industrial foundation.

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BAE Systems-linked teams have been awarded two defence electronics contracts covering tactical radio systems and fighter radar production, according to information published on the companies’ official channels. The awards include a U.S. Navy contract for Link 16-enabled MIDS JTRS radio terminals and a UK Ministry of Defence order for ECRS Mk2 AESA radars for the Royal Air Force’s Eurofighter Typhoon fleet.

Valens Semiconductor has announced an operational efficiency plan that includes a reduction of approximately 10% of its workforce across multiple departments.

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At Evertiq Expo Warsaw 2025, Factronix CEO Stefan Theil used his presentation on “Component Reclaim – a green solution for the electronic industry” to underline how recovered components are moving from a niche option to a practical supply-chain tool.

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The MOU provides a framework for cooperation between GA-ASI, GA-Intelligence, and Calidus where all parties will look to collaborate on programs in the areas of airframe manufacturing, final assembly, test and checkout, as well as flight operational test and acceptance.

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When German memory company Neumonda talks about bringing semiconductor memory manufacturing back to Germany, it sparks curiosity — not about the technology itself, but about the scale, the investment needed, and whether it’s actually possible.

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Indian company Raana Semiconductors Pvt. Ltd. (RSPL) plans to initially focus on producing 10–12 inch solar-grade silicon ingots, with a longer-term roadmap towards semiconductor-grade wafer manufacturing.

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Housed in the Modular Supercomputing Facility at NASA’s Ames Research Center in California, Athena delivers more computing power than any other NASA system, surpassing the capabilities of its predecessors, Aitken and Pleiades, in power and efficiency.

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Under the agreement, Wallbox will supply its commercial AC charger, eM4 Twin, as the primary hardware solution for initial Dutch deployments through Eneco eMobility’s installation network.

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European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) has celebrated the topping-out of its new office buildings at its Dresden semiconductor fab, the company said in a LinkedIn update. The ceremony marked the placement of the final structural beam in the central building.

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For years, the global technology narrative seemed simple: the United States led in innovation, while China was primarily seen as the world’s manufacturing floor. But that picture has been changing rapidly, almost in real time. As competition between Washington and Beijing increasingly centres on technology and strategic industries, a key question emerges: do the numbers actually reflect this shift? Has China truly caught up with — or even overtaken — the United States in research and development spending? And how does the broader global ranking look beyond this high-profile rivalry?

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Dutch semiconductor equipment maker ASML reported much stronger-than-expected bookings for the fourth quarter, as chipmakers step up investments to support booming demand for artificial intelligence hardware, according to a Reuters report.

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This dedicated hub will test and integrate batteries from multiple EV bus and truck manufacturers, demonstrating the clear business case for repurposing them in grid-scale, second-life BESS.

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