UMC opens new fab expansion in Singapore
April 01, 2025
Semiconductor foundry United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) has officially opened its new fab facility in Singapore. The first phase of the new facility will start volume production in 2026, bringing UMC’s total production capacity in Singapore to more than 1 million wafers annually.
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AKTANTIS strengthens deep-tech innovation and international collaboration
April 01, 2025
At the Evertiq Expo 2025 in Sophia Antipolis, representatives from AKTANTIS, a deep-tech technology cluster, highlighted the organisation's role in fostering innovation, supporting startups, and facilitating international collaboration.
Evertiq Expo Tampere sets new visitor record for 2025
March 31, 2025
The Evertiq Expo in Tampere on March 27, 2025, proved to be a resounding success, setting a new visitor record as industry professionals from across the electronics sector gathered for a day devoted to the Finnish electronics industry.
Siemens Cre8Ventures partners with Minima to enhance IoT security
March 31, 2025
Minima enhances digital twin security and verification processes by authenticating digital twin models, securing V2X & IoT communication and enabling trust in supply chain data.
Mazda, ROHM use next-gen chips for automotive components
March 28, 2025
The two Japanese firms have started developing automotive components using gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors, which reduce power conversion losses and contribute to the miniaturization of components.
SEALSQ to establish Semiconductor Personalization Center in Singapore
March 27, 2025
Further expanding its footprint in Singapore would enable the company to strengthen its Asian semiconductor supply chain, and accelerate the development of post-quantum secure chips.
Schneider to invest over $700M in US to power AI growth
March 26, 2025
Coupled with previous investments in 2023 and 2024 to strengthen its North American supply chain, the French company's latest US planned investment will surpass USD 1 billion so far this decade.
Quantum computing startup PsiQuantum ‘is raising $750M’
March 25, 2025
PsiQuantum uses existing photonics technology at a facility run by GlobalFoundries in New York. In February, PsiQuantum said it had figured out how to manufacture quantum chips in large quantities.
FAMES Pilot Line launches open-access call for EU chip industry
March 25, 2025
Participants whose requests are selected will have access to FAMES technologies as they become available. Open-Access Calls will take place each spring through 2028.
CITIC, Sangfor deepen hybrid cloud partnership
March 25, 2025
The new SmartCLOUD C-FUSION hybrid cloud series integrates the full-stack SmartCLOUD dedicated private cloud, virtual private cloud and public cloud services.
Malaysia under US pressure to stem flow of Nvidia chips to China
March 24, 2025
Malaysia’s trade minister said the US wanted Malaysia to closely track the movement of cutting-edge Nvidia chips that enter the country amid suspicions that many are ending up in China, FT reports.
Scotland’s chip packaging R&D centre receives $12 million
March 21, 2025
Hosted by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), the new facility will form part of the University of Strathclyde’s Advanced Net Zero Innovation Centre (ANZIC).
The electronics market in Europe – what needs to happen?
March 20, 2025
The EU Chips Act was introduced in several phases to the wider public from 2021 onwards and, following approval by the European Parliament and the Council, the regulation came into force on 21 September 2023.
Semiconductor startup ChipFlow relocates to Spain
March 20, 2025
ChipFlow, a UK startup developing an open-source semiconductor chip design platform (PaaS), plans to relocate to Spain. With the move, the company aims to unlock new opportunities for growth, talent development, funding and collaboration.
SoftBank to acquire US chip designer Ampere in $6.5B deal
March 20, 2025
Carlyle Group and Oracle will sell their stakes in Ampere, which will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Japanese conglomerate SoftBank and keep its headquarters in Santa Clara, California.
Fabs on hold, jobs on the line – welcome to 2025
March 18, 2025
The first quarter of 2025 has been marked by turbulence in the electronics and semiconductor industry, with waves of layoffs, stalled investments, and shifting trade policies reshaping the landscape. The year began with cautious optimism, but that optimism has quickly faded.
Top 10 IC design houses See 49% YoY growth in 2024
March 18, 2025
TrendForce reports that the combined revenue of the world’s top 10 IC design houses reached approximately USD 249.8 billion in 2024, marking a 49% YoY growth. The surge is largely attributed to the booming AI industry, with Nvidia dominating the market.
Evertiq Expo Tampere 2025: from chips strategies to cybersecurity
March 17, 2025
Evertiq Expo Tampere is gearing up for its return to Tampere Hall on March 27, 2025, bringing together key players from the electronics industry for a full day of networking, knowledge sharing, and business development.
Gradiant secures 2nd semiconductor water treatment project in Dresden
March 14, 2025
The Boston-headquartered water and wastewater treatment company Gradiant also announced the full integration of H+E into the Gradiant brand.
ASML and imec team up to advance European research and sustainability
March 11, 2025
ASML and imec have entered into a new five-year strategic partnership aimed at advancing semiconductor research and sustainability in Europe. The agreement will leverage both companies' expertise to drive technological innovation and sustainable initiatives in the semiconductor industry.
Foundry market hits $38.5B as top 10 dominate with 96% share
March 11, 2025
The global foundry industry reached a new revenue record of USD 38.48 billion in Q4 2024, driven by strong demand for advanced process nodes in AI servers, flagship smartphone application processors, and new PC platforms, reports TrendForce. The top 10 foundries achieved nearly 10% QoQ revenue growth, despite weakening demand for mature process technologies.
Porsche acquires majority stake in V4Drive
March 10, 2025
German battery maker Varta’s eMobility subsidiary, V4Drive, will operate under the name “V4Smart”. While Varta remains a minority shareholder, it won’t exercise any operational influence.
South Korea plans $34B fund for strategic sectors like chips, AI
March 07, 2025
The state-run Korea Development Bank’s 50 trillion won (USD 34.37 billion) fund will be offered to firms in national strategic industries through cheap loans and other investments.
CDIL teams up with Infineon to make power chips
March 07, 2025
Under the agreement, German firm Infineon will supply bare semiconductor wafers to CDIL, which the Indian company will process and use for assembly and packaging to make power chipsets.
Finwave announces global distribution agreement with RFMW
March 07, 2025
This partnership between the two American companies represents a significant step in Finwave’s evolution from a technology-driven company to a product-driven company.
Malaysia partners with Arm to boost semiconductor innovation
March 06, 2025
The Government of Malaysia has entered into a strategic partnership with Arm Limited through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and contract, taking a significant step in the nation’s semiconductor and artificial intelligence (AI) development efforts.
Tata Electronics to set up display chip unit in Gujarat
March 06, 2025
Tata Electronics signed an MoU with Taiwan’s Himax Technologies and PSMC to boost India’s display and ultralow power AI sensing product and technology ecosystem.
Trump slams CHIPS act in congress – credits tariffs for investments
March 05, 2025
In an address to Congress on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump called the CHIPS Act a “horrible, horrible thing” and credited his administration's economic policies for a surge in domestic investment.
Intel postpones $28 billion chip manufacturing project
March 05, 2025
Intel has announced the postponement of its planned USD 28 billion chip manufacturing project in Ohio until 2030.
Vietnam approves $500 million for semiconductor plant
March 05, 2025
The new plant will focus on the production of small-scale, high-tech chips to support domestic industries and national security, reducing Vietnam’s reliance on global supply chains.
GF and MIT to advance research on essential chips for AI
March 04, 2025
GlobalFoundries (GF) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have entered into a new master research agreement aimed at advancing semiconductor technologies.
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