Axiro Semiconductor launches chip design centre in Bengaluru
April 16, 2025
The new chip design centre aims to serve the global 5G and 6G markets, defence and satellite communication, IOT among others.
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Nvidia expects $5.5 billion hit as US restricts chip sales to China
April 16, 2025
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
April 16, 2025
The two Japanese companies will work on developing software update systems, fostering software talent, improving development efficiency, and strengthening the development infrastructure.
Cicor enter into a strategic supply partnership with Mercury
April 15, 2025
Cicor Group has entered into a strategic supply agreement with Mercury Mission Systems International S.A. (Mercury), a technology company active in the global aerospace and defence industry, under which Cicor will acquire a manufacturing operation in Plan-Les-Ouates, Switzerland.
GreenLine Mobility to invest $275M to decarbonize heavy truck fleet
April 14, 2025
The Mumbai-based company will also establish a nationwide network of 100 LNG refueling stations, EV charging stations and battery-swapping facilities in India.
German sulfur battery firm theion raises $16M in Series A funding
April 11, 2025
Sulfur batteries tend to corrode quickly and end up expanding and destroying battery packs. theion says it uses crystalline sulfur to tackle these problems.
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.
China hosts the world’s first half marathon with robotic humanoids
April 10, 2025
The brand-new real-world test aims to examine real-world applications of robots and compare them to human performance.
Tata Power gets approval to install 100 MW BESS in Mumbai
April 10, 2025
The BESS will include “black start” capabilities, allowing faster recovery from outages and help avoid blackouts through islanding support, where parts of the grid continue to operate independently.
Bosch and Element Six set up JV to commercialise quantum sensing
April 09, 2025
Bosch is intensifying its push into quantum technology by establishing a new joint venture with Element Six, a leading provider of synthetic diamond solutions. The new company, Bosch Quantum Sensing, aims to accelerate the commercialisation of quantum sensors, building on a collaboration between the two firms that began in 2023.
Boreo acquires Elfa Distrelec sales activities in Finland and the Baltics
April 09, 2025
Boreo has signed an agreement to acquire the sales activities of Elfa Distrelec in Finland, Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania from RS Group.
The creation of an EU electronics raw materials database
April 09, 2025
In his previous guest article, Dirk Stans, Managing Partner at Eurocircuits, outlined three key actions needed to strengthen Europe’s electronics industry. Now, in this follow-up, he delves deeper into the second priority: the creation of an EU electronics raw materials database.
GA-ASI teams up with Hanwha to bolster UAS business
April 09, 2025
Hanwha Aerospace plans to invest over USD 203 million in the development and production facilities for GE STOL and UAS engines, expand R&D, and provide infrastructure in both South Korea and with GA-ASI in the US.
GPG inaugurates hybrid solar and BESS project in Western Australia
April 08, 2025
This system is designed to provide 4 hours of constant supply at peak demand every day. It is estimated its commissioning will generate energy equivalent to the annual consumption of 51,000 homes.
Mobileye selects Valens’ chipsets for hi-tech driving projects
April 07, 2025
Mobileye selected the VA7000 for this application following extensive testing of the chipset, where the Valens chip was found superior across a variety of parameters, with significant performance benefits.
Cicor expands into Spain – acquires MADES
April 07, 2025
Swiss EMS provider Cicor Group has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Spanish electronics company Malaga Aerospace, Defense & Electronics Systems S.A.U. (MADES).
Hitachi Rail wins $370 million contract to build battery trains in UK
April 04, 2025
The nine state-of-the-art battery hybrid trains will replace Arriva Group’s entire Grand Central fleet and be manufactured at Hitachi’s Newton Aycliffe factory, saving hundreds of jobs.
Foxconn names Kathy Yang as rotating CEO, first woman to hold the role
April 03, 2025
EMS provider Foxconn (Hon Hai Technology Group) has appointed Kathy Yang Chiu-chin as its rotating Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition.
Waystream relocates production back home to Sweden
April 03, 2025
Swedish telecom company Waystream has appointed EMS provider Note as its exclusive production partner, shifting all manufacturing operations to Sweden.
Wingtech sells key assets to Luxshare, shifts focus to semiconductors
April 03, 2025
Wingtech Technology Co., Ltd. has announced plans to divest major assets in a strategic move to exit the product integration business (its ODM business) and focus on semiconductors. The company disclosed the proposed transaction in a filing with the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
COGD calls for stronger risk analysis and proactive obsolescence management
April 02, 2025
The newly re-elected board of the Component Obsolescence Group Deutschland (COGD) is urging German industrial companies to enhance risk analysis and adopt proactive obsolescence management strategies amid growing supply chain challenges.
Retain public funds within the EU economy
April 01, 2025
In his previous guest article, Dirk Stans, Managing Partner at Eurocircuits, outlined three key actions needed to strengthen Europe’s electronics industry. Now, in this follow-up, he delves deeper into the first priority: ensuring that public funds remain within the EU economy
OpenAI raises record $40 billion in SoftBank-led round
April 01, 2025
SoftBank said it would fund OpenAI with USD 10 billion in mid-April and another USD 30 billion in December, subject to the AI firm transitioning to for-profit by the end of the year.
Håkan Samuelsson takes the wheel as Volvo Cars CEO
April 01, 2025
The Board of Directors of Volvo Cars has appointed Håkan Samuelsson as CEO and President, marking his return to the company’s top position. He takes over from Jim Rowan, who has served as CEO since 2022
J. Lindsley Ruth named CEO of Infinite Electronics
March 31, 2025
He succeeds Penny Cotner, who has decided to step down as CEO after 12 years with the company. Ruth is an accomplished and seasoned CEO, with deep experience in both electronics and distribution.
XING, PEWC team up to deliver hybrid energy storage system
March 31, 2025
At the core of the hybrid system is the integration of PEWC’s vanadium redox flow battery with XING Mobility’s proprietary immersion-cooled lithium-ion battery platform.
Global OSAT market to touch $94 billion by 2031
March 28, 2025
Increasing circuit complexity spurs OSAT market growth, as integrating various functionalities into a single device demands specialized assembly and test capabilities.
Breaking down the Nordic EMS market – a top 10 list
March 27, 2025
The Nordic EMS industry is thriving, with over 74 companies in Sweden, 39 in Finland, 28 in Denmark, and 17 in Norway competing for market share. As the industry experiences continued growth, fuelled by continuous innovation and a changing technology landscape, the top players are cementing their dominance.
Kenya releases its brand-new AI strategy 2025-2030
March 27, 2025
Kenya aims to position itself as Africa’s leading AI power with its new initiative, AI Strategy 2025-2030.
Alibaba forms AI technology partnership with BMW
March 27, 2025
The Chinese-German partnership aims to develop AI technology to support the development of the next generation of vehicles in China.
Sivers teams up with WIN to enhance DFB laser production
March 26, 2025
Taiwan’s WIN Semiconductors will serve as an outsourced manufacturing partner for Sivers Semiconductors, enabling the company to scale production and meet the demand for its photonic solutions.
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