Lightmatter’s photonic superchip advances interconnect innovation
With fully integrated fiber attachment supporting 256 fibers, Passage M1000 delivers an order of magnitude higher bandwidth in a smaller package size compared to existing CPO solutions.
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Indian drone startup Garuda Aerospace raises $11.7 million
The funds will be used to scale up the company’s current production facility and fast track the completion of an R&D and testing hub dedicated to advanced defense drone design.
Webasto partners with Cylib to scale up battery recycling
Under the agreement, German recycling company Cylib will collect and recycle used batteries and production waste from battery production at European sites of Webasto.
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Networking solutions provider Nexthop AI launches with $110M funding
Nexthop AI specializes in building custom networking solutions for the hyperscalers, which integrate seamlessly into their optimized cloud-stack. The funding was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners.
Meet ‘Adam,’ Reitar Logtech’s first humanoid logistics robot
Hong Kong-based Reitar Logtech will incorporate NEXX’s advanced AI tech to endow Adam with intelligent decision-making capabilities. Adam will take on tasks like cargo handling, sorting and shelving across multiple scenarios.
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Nyobolt raises $30M to advance high-power ultrafast charging
By delivering up to 20x more power, charging in minutes and cutting downtime for even the most power-intensive applications to zero, UK-based firm Nyobolt enables peak performance without compromise.
BC Jindal plans to invest $1.7B in making components for RE sector
The Indian company will invest the amount by 2030 to manufacture components for the renewable energy (RE) sector. To kickstart the venture, BC Jindal will make an initial investment of USD 465 million.
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ST's response to the global race for AI
In recent years, the electronics industry has been marked by tension caused by economic, defence, and technological turmoil. Many countries and companies view artificial intelligence as both a major opportunity and a potential game changer in the ongoing race. The challenges surrounding AI were a key focus at the recent Evertiq Expo in Sophia Antipolis — a topic that drew strong interest, as reflected in the high attendance at the presentation by Edwin Hilkens of STMicroelectronics.
Murata establishes US-based venture arm to boost innovation investment
Japanese Murata Manufacturing is setting up a new corporate venture capital (CVC) arm, Wonderstone Ventures, in the United States as part of its long-term strategy to expand innovation and competitiveness.
Saki relocates Nara factory and boosts production capacity
AOI and X-ray inspection specialist, Saki Corporation, has officially started operations at its newly relocated and expanded Nara factory in Japan to strengthen production capacity and advance future technology development.
US tariffs spurs surge in stockpiling, memory contract prices set to rise
TrendForce’s latest investigations reveal that the implementation of the US “reciprocal tariffs” on April 9th — followed by a 90-day grace period for most regions — has prompted buyers and suppliers to adjust their strategies in response to policy uncertainty.
Melexis deepens China bet with local chip production
Belgian semiconductor company Melexis is taking the next steps in its China strategy by establishing a locally embedded logistics hub and end-to-end local manufacturing in China.
Pasi Pylväs: “The Chips Act isn’t the complete solution”
At this year’s Evertiq Expo Tampere, Pasi Pylväs – director of the Finnish Chips Competence Center – gave a presentation covering the current state of European chip manufacturing, what The EU Chips Act gets right, and what still needs to be done in order to secure the industry’s future.
Silicon Mountain expands US manufacturing capabilities in response to tariff pressures
EMS provider Silicon Mountain Contract Services is strengthening its domestic production capabilities amid rising complexities of global tariffs and supply chain disruptions.
ABB plans to spin off its robotics division
ABB says that it will launch a process to spin-off of its Robotics division. The intention is for the business to start trading as a separately listed company during the second quarter of 2026.
IIT Delhi partners with Micron to boost semiconductor research
The research will focus on electronic materials and AI-powered neural models to predict and mitigate fatigue and fracture propagation in copper-based electronic components, ultimately enhancing the reliability and performance of semiconductor devices.
Daikin inaugurates $58 million R&D centre in India
The new hub will employ over 500 engineers dedicated to researching and developing HVACR products that meet evolving energy standards, advanced technologies and refrigerant requirements for Indian and global markets.
AMD braces for potential $800 million hit from US export controls
In an SEC filing, AMD revealed that it has finished a preliminary evaluation of new US export restrictions that may impact its MI308 semiconductor devices.
Allegro responds to onsemi’s withdrawal: “proposal was inadequate”
Allegro MicroSystems has broken its silence following onsemi’s decision to withdraw its unsolicited acquisition proposal, calling the offer "inadequate" and further stating that Allegro is uniquely positioned to address the mega-trends of electrification and autonomy.
Fortec launches enhances production strategy for the US market
Fortec Group has unveiled a new production strategy aimed at supporting European companies in optimising their supply chains for the US market. The initiative is designed to address both cost efficiency and trade resilience in the face of evolving international conditions.
Czech semiconductor centre launches in Brno
Another step toward Europe's semiconductor independence has been taken with the launch of the Czech Semiconductor Centre (CSC) in Brno. The centre will focus on supporting innovation, prototyping, and the growth of European fabless companies.
AI, embargoes, and the end of the chip cycle
The well-known four-year ebb and flow of the semiconductor industry is over. Political decisions and ambitions challenge the economic logic of supply and demand. Subsidies, embargoes and the AI revolution are now dictating the investment decisions while China plays the long game.
ASML remains confident, but tariffs have increased uncertainty
Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML reported financial results for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a sequential decline in net sales and income, though gross margin exceeded expectations.
Axiro Semiconductor launches chip design centre in Bengaluru
The new chip design centre aims to serve the global 5G and 6G markets, defence and satellite communication, IOT among others.
Nvidia expects $5.5 billion hit as US restricts chip sales to China
Nvidia said the US government informed the chipmaker that the H20 chip needs a permit to be sold to China. The license requirement for H20 chips would be in effect “for the indefinite future.”
Isuzu, Fujitsu team up to commercialize software defined vehicles
The two Japanese companies will work on developing software update systems, fostering software talent, improving development efficiency, and strengthening the development infrastructure.
Nvidia Blackwell chip production starts in Arizona — Nvidia opens first US factories
Nvidia has started US-based production of its next-generation Blackwell AI chips, marking a significant shift in the company’s global manufacturing strategy. Together with its manufacturing partners, Nvidia will produce its AI supercomputers on American soil for the first time.
ESD industry posts $4.9B in revenue in Q4 2024
The Electronic System Design (ESD) industry revenue increased 11% to USD 4,927.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 from the USD 4,440.9 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2023, the ESD Alliance, a SEMI Technology Community, reports.
PCBAIR invests in AI to boost defect prediction in PCB manufacturing
PCBAIR, a Chinese PCB manufacturer and assembly service provider, says that it is increasing R&D funding to incorporate AI into its manufacturing processes, improving defect prediction accuracy and efficiency.
onsemi drops bid for Allegro MicroSystems
onsemi says it has withdraws its proposal, and thus terminated its efforts to acquire Allegro MicroSystems for USD 35.10 per share.
GPV increases its involvement in the defence sector
With geopolitical tensions continuing to rise, focus on defence and security has intensified. In response, EMS provider GPV is increasing its involvement in defence activities.
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