SK Hynix to invest $3.86B in DRAM production in South Korea
April 24, 2024
SK hynix says that it plans to expand production capacity of the next-generation DRAM, including HBM, in response to the rapidly increasing demand for AI semiconductors.
Malaysian government unveils new semiconductor strategy
April 22, 2024
Malaysia's Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) says it will draw up a comprehensive Semiconductor Strategic Plan to make the country an attractive destination for chip makers.
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Cinch connectivity solutions 26482 series connectors
Cinch's "MS" series connectors are not just meeting but exceeding the requirements for MIL-C-26482 Series I Solder qualification, earning their spot on the U.S. Government's Qualified Product List. With nine shell sizes and over thirty insert arrangements, featuring pin or socket contacts, these connectors offer versatility like never before.
Bransys expands PCB assembly capabilities
April 17, 2024
Bransys Group, offering PCB design and assembly services, has recently acquired a Jade MKII Selective Soldering System from Pillarhouse.
India's semiconductor trade body teams up with SEMI
April 12, 2024
The India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) has announced an official alliance with the global industry association SEMI.
Siltronic ends wafer production for "small diameters"
April 11, 2024
Siltronic plans to gradually cease production of polished and epitaxial small diameter wafers at its Burghausen site. The process, which excludes unpolished wafers, is set to be completed in 2025.
Pakistan and Indonesia target chip space
April 02, 2024
It seems like every country in the world wants to start its own semiconductor cluster – and now Pakistan and Indonesia have joined the clamour.
ACDi takes delivery of the 23,000th Koh Young machine
March 29, 2024
Back in 2018 ACDi (American Computer Development, Inc.) upgraded from 2D AOI (Automatic Optical Inspection) to 3D AOI and 3D SPI (Solder Paste Inspection). Today, almost five years later, the company remain at the forefront of manufacturing technology and recently ordered the 23,000th inspection machine manufactured by Koh Young.
2Q24 DRAM price increases expected to narrow
March 26, 2024
TrendForce says that despite DRAM suppliers’ efforts to trim inventories, they have yet to reach healthy ranges. As they continue to improve their loss situations by boosting capacity utilisation rates, the overall demand outlook for this year remains tepid.
Delta Thailand opens new EV production plant
March 26, 2024
Delta Electronics has officially inaugurated its new Delta Plant 8 and R&D Center at Bangpoo Industrial Estate, Thailand, to facilitate its expansion of production and development of EV power electronics products for global customers.
South Korea reveals new subsidy for Gyeonggi mega cluster
March 25, 2024
President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea has earmarked $372.86bn for the city of Yongin as the government starts the transformation of southern Gyeonggi into a hub for chip production.
Infineon to create over 100 new jobs in Ireland
March 20, 2024
Infineon Technologies plans to significantly expand its R&D presence in Ireland within the next four years – adding over 100 new jobs at its sites in Cork and Dublin.
AIM Solder inks new distributor for Ireland
March 20, 2024
Manufacturer of solder assembly materials, AIM Solder, says it has signed Solder Connection as a distribution partner in Ireland
Turning a Chinese brand into a European company
March 18, 2024
Earlier in January this year, Luxshare ICT (Europe) celebrated its tenth anniversary. Although the Luxshare name has a much longer history, its success in Europe necessitated reshaping its identity to conquer new frontiers.
TSMC joins investors in Apple's conservation fund
March 18, 2024
Apple has announced TSMC and Murata among the cohort of new supporters of its Restore Fund, which is designed to scale global investment in carbon removal projects.
ACS Industries receives $9.9m grant to advance hydrogen tech
March 15, 2024
The US Department of Energy’s Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Technologies Office is to subsidise the work of ACS Industries in boosting the performance of electrolyzers.
Scanfil updates it strategy and financial targets
March 13, 2024
EMS provider Scanfil is launching its new strategy “Geared for growth” under which the company aims to expand its market position and opportunities.
Hanza launches efficiency program
March 13, 2024
Swedish contract manufacturer Hanza launches an efficiency program following the acquisition of EMS provider Orbit One. The efficiency program is described as an important step in the integration and to meet a slightly weaker market.
LG and LS Electric team up on smart factory projects
March 08, 2024
The two South Korean companies have confirmed a strategic alliance to accelerate smart factory innovation and develop overseas markets.
Can inkjet technology revolutionise semiconductor manufacturing?
March 06, 2024
That is what Heraeus Printed Electronics GmbH and SUSS MicroTec intend to find out. Through a joint development agreement, the companies aim to pave the way for digital inkjet printing of metallic coatings for semiconductor manufacturing.
US launches $2.25m SiC packaging prize
March 04, 2024
The US Department of Energy’s Office of Electricity (OE) has unveiled a new scheme to encourage American-Made Silicon Carbide (SiC) prototypes.
Rinchem opens hazmat warehouse in Arizona
March 04, 2024
Chemical supply chain management specialist Rinchem has unveiled a new warehouse in Surprise, Arizona. Its aim is to support the rapidly growing semiconductor industry in the Phoenix Metro Area.
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EU's Edge-AI body now accepting design proposals
March 01, 2024
The European Union has issued a call for proposals to its PREVAIL consortium, which was set up to accelerate the development of next-generation, edge-AI technologies across the continent.
Rapidus and Tenstorrent to develop edge-AI accelerator
March 01, 2024
The two companies have announced an official collaboration to develop dedicated 2nm chips for powering AI in a variety of products from robots to automotive. The scheduled production date is 2028.
Renesas to acquire PCB design software company Altium
February 15, 2024
Japanese semiconductor company Renesas has entered into an agreement to acquire Australian electronics design systems specialist Altium Limited.
More layoffs awaits at Continental
February 15, 2024
Continental is implementing the global measures it announced back in December to increase R&D efficiency in the Automotive group sector, affecting around 1,750 jobs worldwide
US government to invest $5bn in semiconductor research
February 12, 2024
The Biden Administration keeps on announcing chip industry support programmes – and its latest is funding for a new National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC).
Warren Buffett-owned firm invests $98m in Korean chip plant
February 08, 2024
The IMC Group, which is owned by superstar investor Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc, has agreed to build a semiconductor materials facility in Daegu, South Korea.
Meta to deploy self-designed chip in data centres this year
February 08, 2024
Facebook owner Meta Platforms is preparing to roll out a new version of its own custom chip, which is aimed at supporting the firm's AI activities.
Faraday is developing a 64-core SoC with Arm and Intel
February 07, 2024
Faraday Technology Corporation is working on a 64-core System-on-Chip (SoC) utilising Intel 18A technology and Arm Neoverse Compute Subsystems.
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