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SK hynix start mass production of 238-layer 4D NAND
June 09, 2023
SK hynix has started mass production of its 238-layer 4D NAND Flash memory, following the development in August 2022, and that product compatibility test with a global smartphone manufacturer is underway.
Global semiconductor market expected to hit $515 billion in 2023
June 07, 2023
The global semiconductor market is predicted to reach USD 515 billion in 2023, or a downturn of 10.3%. However, this is anticipated to be followed by a robust recovery, with an estimated growth of 11.8% in 2024, reports the European Semiconductor Industry Association (ESIA).
Kioxia starts operation at two new R&D facilities
June 01, 2023
Kioxia has officially started operation at two new R&D facilities — its flagship building at the Yokohama Technology Campus and the Shin-Koyasu Technology Front — strengthening the company’s R&D capabilities in flash memory and SSDs.
Global AI server shipments predicted to increase 40% in 2023
May 30, 2023
TrendForce forecast a dramatic surge in AI server shipments for 2023, with an estimated 1.2 million units – outfitted with GPUs, FPGAs, and ASICs – destined for markets around the world, marking a robust YoY growth of 38.4%.
MediaTek partners with Nvidia to provide full-scale product roadmap to the auto industry
May 30, 2023
MediaTek has entered into a partnership with Nvidia to deliver a complete range of in-vehicle AI cabin solutions for the next generation of software-defined vehicles.
DRAM industry Q1 revenues decline 21.2% QoQ
May 25, 2023
TrendForce reports a dramatic 21.2% QoQ decline in Q1 revenues for the DRAM industry, bringing total revenue down to USD 9.663 billion.
Ayar Labs adds $25 million in expansion of its $130 million series C
May 25, 2023
Ayar Labs, a leader in silicon photonics for chip-to-chip connectivity, today announced it has raised an additional USD 25 million in Series C1 funding, bringing its total Series C raise to USD 155 million.
Applied Materials to invest billions in new Silicon Valley R&D center
May 22, 2023
Applied Materials says that it intends to build the world’s largest and most advanced facility for collaborative semiconductor process technology and manufacturing equipment R&D.
China shuts the door on Micron
May 22, 2023
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) says that Micron Technology's products are a national security risk and that operators of critical information infrastructure in China should stop purchasing Micron products.
Micron to bring EUV technology to Japan
May 19, 2023
Micron Technology says it will be introducing extreme ultraviolet (EUV) technology to Japan to manufacture its next generation of DRAM, the 1-gamma (1γ) node.
Infineon and Foxconn partner on SiC and EV development
May 10, 2023
German semiconductor giant and the world's biggest EMS provider Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) are looking to make a splash in the EV field by jointly developing advanced electromobility with efficient and intelligent features.
DRAM and NAND Flash prices expected to fall further in 2Q23
May 09, 2023
TrendForce’s latest research indicates that, as production cuts to DRAM and NAND Flash have not kept pace with weakening demand, the ASP of some products is expected to decline further in 2Q23.
Veeco receives multiple orders from secret semiconductor manufacturer
May 09, 2023
Veeco Instruments says it has received multiple orders for Laser Spike Annealing (LSA) systems from an unnamed memory device manufacturer.
Global silicon wafer shipments decline in Q1 2023
May 03, 2023
SEMI says that global silicon wafer shipments slipped 9.0% quarter-over-quarter to 3,265 million square inches in the first quarter of 2023 and 11.3% from the 3,679 million square inches recorded during the same quarter last year.
Gartner: Global semiconductor revenue to decline 11% in 2023
April 26, 2023
Global semiconductor revenue is projected to decline 11.2% in 2023, according to the latest forecast from Gartner, Inc. In 2022, the market totalled USD 599.6 billion, which was marginal growth of 0.2% from 2021.
onsemi and Zeeker ink long-term supply deal for SiC power devices
April 26, 2023
onsemi and electric mobility brand Zeeker have entered into a long-term supply agreement under which onsemi will provide its EliteSiC silicon carbide power devices to increase the powertrain efficiency of Zeeker's smart EVs.
From AMD to ADI – Alan Lee takes on the role as CTO
April 25, 2023
Analog Devices, Inc. has appointed Alan Lee to the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this role, Alan will identify and work to advance the next-generation technologies.
SK Hynix’s HBM market share to exceed 50% in 2023
April 18, 2023
Strong growth in AI server shipments has driven demand for high bandwidth memory (HBM). TrendForce reports that the top three HBM suppliers in 2022 were SK hynix, Samsung, and Micron, with 50%, 40%, and 10% market share, respectively.
US CHIPS Act will slow down Chinese chip development for years
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April 17, 2023
Recent updates to the US CHIPS and Science Act by the US Department of Commerce stipulate that beneficiaries of the act will be restricted in their investment activities – for more advanced and mature processes – in China, North Korea, Iran, and Russia for the next ten years. Restrictions that will limit Chinese semiconductor development for the next decade, says TrendForce.
