Cirrus Logic partners with GF to advance mixed-signal chipmaking August 25, 2025 Together, the companies are advancing the development and commercialization of next-generation BCD (Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS) process technology, which allows different functions to be combined on a single chip, making devices more power efficient and compact.
Singapore launches innovation hub for gallium nitride semiconductors July 08, 2025 The centre brings advanced GaN manufacturing capabilities to Singapore, positioning local innovators to compete in high-growth global markets such as advanced 5G and 6G communication systems, radars and satellite communications.
Navitas partners with Powerchip for 200mm GaN production in Taiwan July 02, 2025 Navitas Semiconductor has announced plans to start 200mm GaN-on-silicon production in collaboration with Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC), marking a new phase in the company's supply chain and technology strategy.
Struggling US chipmaker Wolfspeed files for bankruptcy July 01, 2025 Upon emergence from the process, it expects to have reduced its overall debt by about 70%, representing a reduction of USD 4.6 billion and a reduction of its annual total cash interest payments by approximately 60%.
ROHM launches isolated gate driver IC optimized for high-voltage GaN devices June 27, 2025 When combined with GaN devices, this driver, BM6GD11BFJ-LB, enables stable operation under high-frequency, high-speed switching conditions, contributing to greater miniaturization and efficiency in high-current applications.
Sparc Foundry secures €17.2M public funding for photonic chip plant June 18, 2025 Sparc Foundry, a Spanish startup focused on photonic semiconductors, has received a EUR 17.2 million capital injection from the Spanish Society for Technological Transformation (SETT). The funding has been approved by the Council of Ministers under the national PERTE Chip initiative and represents 43.9% of the company's capital expansion.
WIN announces linearity optimized 0.12µm GaN power process June 06, 2025 Engineered for demanding high-power applications across K-Band to V-Band frequencies, NP12-1B delivers industry leading high power front end solutions with exceptional linearity, ruggedness, and reliability for next-generation RF and microwave systems.
GF looks to reshore chipmaking in $16B US investment June 04, 2025 Working with the Trump administration and supported by tech companies seeking to onshore critical supply chain components, GlobalFoundries plans to invest USD 16 billion to expand its manufacturing and advanced packaging capabilities in New York and Vermont.
Nvidia selects Navitas to collaborate on 800 V HVDC architecture June 04, 2025 Navitas’ high-power GaNSafe power ICs integrate control, drive, sensing and critical protection features, enabling reliability and robustness.
UST partners with T-Works to advance automotive, chip product development May 22, 2025 UST will serve as the systems integrator, offering end-to-end solutions and providing a launch pad for T-Works startups to scale up, specifically in areas such as Automotive AI platforms, Semiconductor ATE frameworks, and Smart Factory integration, in India.
Nearfield, A*STAR IME to partner on chip metrology tech research May 21, 2025 By leveraging Nearfield’s expertise in high-precision metrology and A*STAR’s cutting-edge semiconductor research, the partnership will accelerate the development of advanced metrology solutions that enable efficient AI chip production.
Polar to onshore fabrication of advanced devices on 200mm wafers April 23, 2025 Polar Semiconductor, a US-owned merchant foundry specialising in sensor, power, and high-voltage semiconductors, has signed a strategic agreement with Renesas to license their Gallium Nitride on Silicon D-Mode (GaN-on-Si) technology.
Polymatech to set up $130M GaN chip plant in Chhattisgarh April 11, 2025 In September 2024, Indian chipmaker Polymatech Electronics announced an investment of USD 16 million in Bahrain to establish a semiconductor manufacturing plant in the gulf country.
ST to cut up to 2,800 jobs in major manufacturing overhaul April 10, 2025 Semiconductor manufacturer STMicroelectronics will see up to 2,800 employees leave the company globally over the next three years as part of an overhaul of its manufacturing operations and cost structure.
IQE and X-FAB to develop European-based GaN Power device platform April 10, 2025 IQE plc, a supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions, and X-FAB Silicon Foundries have entered into a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to create a European-based GaN Power device platform solution.
BelGaN’s facility to be repurposed for photonic chip production April 02, 2025 As previously reported by Evertiq, the production site in Oudenaarde, Belgium — formerly operated by the bankrupt BelGaN — attracted interest from several potential buyers. Now, the site has reportedly found its new owner.
Compound semiconductor materials market to cross $91B by 2035 March 31, 2025 EVs are emerging as a critical application area in the compound semiconductor industry, as many EV makers are resorting to MOSFETs or SiC Schottky barrier diodes (SBD) in DC-DC converters.
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.
CoolCAD, RFMW boost SiC semiconductor devices offerings March 17, 2025 The agreement strengthens RFMW’s ability to offer customers advanced wide bandgap solutions, enabling superior performance, reliability and efficiency in high-temperature and high-power applications.
Three bidders compete for BelGaN's semiconductor facility March 13, 2025 The production site in Oudenaarde, Belgium, of bankrupt BelGaN has reportedly attracted interest from three potential buyers, with two bidders based in Asia and one in Europe.
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.
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 Updated: MACOM's Massachusetts and North Carolina fabs are set for modernisation and expansion with federal and state backing.