GaN semiconductor devices market to reach $19.5B by 2031
March 07, 2025
The expansion of 5G networks globally is significantly contributing to the demand for Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor devices in RF and power electronics applications.
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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.
Aerospace semiconductor market to touch $15B by 2034
February 24, 2025
In 2024, North America held over 38% of the aerospace semiconductor market, with revenues around USD 2.6 billion. The US market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2%.
Cambridge GaN Devices secures $32M to drive growth
February 19, 2025
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) has successfully raised $32 million in a Series C funding round, led by a strategic investor with contributions from British Patient Capital and existing backers. This funding will allow the company to expand its operations in Cambridge, North America, Taiwan and Europe.
Infineon reaches next milestone on 200 mm SiC roadmap
February 13, 2025
Germany's Infineon Technologies says that it has made significant progress on its 200 mm silicon carbide (SiC) roadmap. The company plans to launch its first products based on the advanced 200 mm SiC technology in the first quarter of 2025.
Macom Europe receives multi-year contract
February 12, 2025
MACOM says that its France-based European Semiconductor Center (MESC) has been awarded a multi-year contract from Banque Publique d'Investissement (BPI) to lead the development and manufacturing of advanced semiconductor products in collaboration with public and private sector partners.
Power semiconductor market to reach $75 billion by 2032
February 06, 2025
Countries like China, Japan, the US, Germany, India and France are leading this growth by adopting advanced technologies and backed by supportive government policies.
Vermont secures $24 million for GaN chip innovation
February 03, 2025
Led by the University of Vermont (UVM), the semiconductor manufacturer GlobalFoundries and the state of Vermont, the V-GaN Tech Hub is part of a nationwide system of 31 tech hubs.
Ortel transfer wafer fabrication to CPFC
January 29, 2025
Ortel, a Photonics Foundries company, has transferred wafer fabrication for its C-Band, High-Power, Continuous Wave Laser Module platform to the Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC), a pure-play III-V semiconductor wafer foundry.
Innoscience launches lawsuits against Infineon
January 28, 2025
Innoscience filed lawsuits against Infineon Technologies in China and two affiliates in the Suzhou Intermediate People's Court of Jiangsu Province, alleging patent infringement.
L&T Semiconductor Technologies unveils $10 bn fab plan
January 27, 2025
Huge silicon fabrication plant investment dependent on revenue targets
MACOM invests $345 to upgrade fabs
January 14, 2025
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MACOM's Massachusetts and North Carolina fabs are set for modernisation and expansion with federal and state backing.
Chinese firms buy up stricken Belgian chip firm's assets
January 13, 2025
Chinese companies did most of the buying at the bankruptcy auction of BelGaN, Belgium’s last industrial chip manufacturer.
Aixtron opens new innovation centre
December 17, 2024
Aixtron has officially opened a new Innovation Centre at the company's headquarters in Herzogenrath. The new research and development complex with 1,000 square metres of cleanroom space lays the foundation for the transition to 300 mm wafer size in the compound semiconductor industry.
Rohm, TSMC launch GaN partnership for EV sector
December 13, 2024
The partnership will integrate Japanese semiconductor company Rohm’s device development technology with TSMC’s GaN-on-silicon process technology.
GF gets $9.5M funding to advance GaN chip manufacturing
December 05, 2024
GlobalFoundries has received an additional USD 9.5 million in federal funding from the US government to advance the manufacturing of essential gallium nitride (GaN) on silicon semiconductors at its facility in Essex Junction, Vermont.
GlobalFoundries awarded $1.5 billion in Chips Act funding
November 20, 2024
The US Department of Commerce has awarded GlobalFoundries up to USD 1.5 billion in direct funding to GF through the CHIPS and Science Act.
French Gan chip designer expands across the Atlantic
November 20, 2024
Wise-integration is expanding with the opening of its new North American Design & Development Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
MACOM acquires Texas fabless chip firm ENGIN-IC
November 07, 2024
Founded in 2014, ENGIN-IC utilized small business innovative research (SBIR) contracts, Department of Defense research projects and custom IC development projects for defense prime contractors.
Infineon unveils the world’s thinnest silicon power wafer
October 30, 2024
After announcing the world’s first 300-millimeter gallium nitride (GaN) power wafer and opening the world’s largest 200-millimeter silicon carbide (SiC) power fab in Kulim, Malaysia, Infineon Technologies has unveiled its next milestone. Infineon has processed the thinnest silicon power wafers ever manufactured, with a thickness of only 20 micrometers and a diameter of 300 millimeters.
TI start GaN production in Japan, quadruples capacity
October 29, 2024
Texas Instruments (TI) has started production of gallium nitride (GaN)-based power semiconductors at its factory in Aizu, Japan.
Riber secures order for MBE 49 GaN system in Europe
October 22, 2024
Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) equipment provider Riber says it has sold an MBE 49 GaN production system to an unnamed European manufacturer.
Gallium Nitride chip startup AGNIT raises $3.5 million
October 21, 2024
The Indian company designs and manufactures Gallium Nitride wafers and electronic components primarily for radio-frequency applications.
Infineon first with 300 mm power GaN technology
September 12, 2024
Infineon Technologies says it has succeeded in developing the world’s first 300 mm power gallium nitride (GaN) wafer technology.
Swedish-Finnish consortium makes a bid for BelGan
August 26, 2024
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The Swedish-Finnish consortium’s bid is being seen as a strategic move by Swedish-led companies to boost their presence in the semiconductor industry.
Inside the world's largest 200mm SiC power fab
August 13, 2024
Infineon Technologies recently opened the first phase of a new fab in Malaysia that will become the world’s largest 200-millimeter silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor fab.
Silicon carbide evolution in e-mobility trends
August 08, 2024
As electric vehicles continues to gain traction, Silicon Carbide (SiC) is increasing its presence on the market. SiC-based power devices outperform traditional silicon devices with higher voltage, faster switching, lower losses, and better thermal management, enabling more efficient, compact, and lightweight power systems.
Infineon opens SiC power semiconductor fab in Malaysia
August 08, 2024
Infineon Technologies has officially opened the first phase of a new fab in Malaysia, a fab that will become the world’s largest 200-millimeter SiC power semiconductor fab.
Flemish semiconductor firm BelGaN files for bankruptcy
August 02, 2024
Struggling Oudenaarde-based GAN specialist BelGaN has failed to secure the investment needed to continue and has declared bankruptcy.
Hong Kong targets the gallium nitride market
July 31, 2024
Hong Kong-based startup MassPhoton is working with the government to build an 8-inch GaN epitaxial wafer pilot production line in the city state.
VisIC, Heraeus and PINK team up on GaN power modules for EVs
July 29, 2024
Three global leaders in gallium nitride (GaN) tech have signed an agreement to co-develop a power module that will deliver 'unprecedented reliability and performance for battery electric vehicles.'
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