Nvidia CEO Huang meets Trump ahead of China visit
July 11, 2025
Though the agenda of the meeting was not immediately clear, Nvidia has been impacted by the export controls implemented by the Trump administration on its cutting-edge AI chips.
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FUJI AIMEX IIIc boosts Semitron’s production output by 18%
July 07, 2025
By implementing a second SMT line with the FUJI AIMEX IIIc placement machines and the GPX-C solder paste printer, the company increased its daily production output by 18%, while simultaneously reducing the defect rate by 15%.
Synopsys confirms lifting of export restrictions to China
July 04, 2025
US design software company Synopsys has confirmed that the US Department of Commerce has rescinded recent export restrictions related to its business in China.
Moog enhances space actuation and avionics manufacturing capabilities
July 02, 2025
This customer-focused expansion at Moog headquarters in East Aurora addresses the growing need for innovative precision actuation and avionics systems to control and steer launchers, making a difference for critical national security missions and delivering satellites and human crews to space.
Compal's new automotive electronics facility in Poland stands ready
July 01, 2025
Taiwanese electronics manufacturer Compal Electronics has completed the first phase of its new automotive electronics facility in Czeladź, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, marking a key step in the company's expansion into the European market.
Semiconductor foundry landscape to transform by 2030
June 25, 2025
Market intelligence and analyst firm Yole Group explores the status of the semiconductor foundry in its latest report – digging deep into the geopolitical, economic, and capacity realignments setting the stage for the foundry industry.
SEMI: Global chip equipment billings up 21% in Q1 2025
June 10, 2025
Global semiconductor equipment billings reached USD 32.05 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 21% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the latest Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) report published by SEMI.
Maxar wins contract to build high-power EchoStar XXVI satellite
June 09, 2025
EchoStar XXVI will deliver robust coverage to DISH TV customers across all 50 US states, including Puerto Rico, and is engineered for dual orbital slot performance, giving EchoStar enhanced operational flexibility to meet evolving customer and network demands.
Why PCB raw materials matter: performance, reliability, and cost
June 04, 2025
ICAPE offers an overview of the key factors in PCB raw material selection and the considerations that guide their use.
Report: Nvidia to launch cheaper Blackwell AI chip for China
May 26, 2025
The GPU, which will feature Nvidia’s new generation Blackwell-architecture AI processors, may be priced between USD 6,500 and USD 8,000, significantly below the USD 10,000-USD 12,000 the H20 sold for, Reuters reports.
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Evertiq Expo Malmö – technology, tactics and the ecosystems of tomorrow
May 19, 2025
Once again, the electronics industry gathered at Malmö Arena as Evertiq Expo took place on 15 May. With a total of 556 participants, a strong semiconductor focus on stage, and plenty of discussions around direction and opportunity, this year’s edition proved to be an important one.
No foolproof method to keep AI chips away from China, TSMC warns
April 22, 2025
The challenge for the Taiwanese tech giant is that the semiconductors TSMC customizes for many fabless firms and chip designers often end up being used in gadgets made by third parties, which is perfectly legitimate.
ST's response to the global race for AI
April 17, 2025
In recent years, the electronics industry has been marked by tension caused by economic, defence, and technological turmoil. Many countries and companies view artificial intelligence as both a major opportunity and a potential game changer in the ongoing race. The challenges surrounding AI were a key focus at the recent Evertiq Expo in Sophia Antipolis — a topic that drew strong interest, as reflected in the high attendance at the presentation by Edwin Hilkens of STMicroelectronics.
AMD braces for potential $800 million hit from US export controls
April 16, 2025
In an SEC filing, AMD revealed that it has finished a preliminary evaluation of new US export restrictions that may impact its MI308 semiconductor devices.
Semiconductor sales surge – but what's driving the momentum?
April 15, 2025
According to the latest data from the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), global semiconductor sales reached USD 54.9 billion in February 2025 – up 17.1% from the same month last year. This marks the 10th consecutive month of double-digit year-over-year growth, with the Americas leading the way with a 48.4% YoY increase.
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.
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.
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.
Battery technology market to reach $137 billion by 2031
March 21, 2025
Asia Pacific is the largest market for battery tech with a share of 50%, followed by Europe and North America. In terms of products, lead-acid battery is the largest segment with a share of 55%.
Alkaline battery market to reach $14.3B by 2033
March 10, 2025
AA (LR6) and AAA (LR03) batteries remain the most dominant sizes, powering everything from household gadgets like remote controls and flashlights to industrial tools and medical devices.
Incap invests in X-ray technology at its Estonian factory
March 05, 2025
EMS provider Incap has enhanced its quality control capabilities at its operations in Saaremaa, Estonia, with a new high-resolution X-ray system.
Humanoid robots to become the next US-China battleground
February 25, 2025
Governments worldwide are ramping up investments in robotics R&D as labour shortages and rising costs persist. TrendForce reports that China, Japan, the US, South Korea, and Germany have consistently ranked among the top five countries for industrial robot installations and are expected to continue executing over USD 13 billion in related projects by 2025.
LG Innotek launches automotive AP module
February 21, 2025
The small size of the automotive application processor (AP) module reduces the surface area of the main board, allowing cars to be designed more flexibly, the South Korean company said.
U-M awarded up to $7.5M to develop heat-tolerant chips
February 21, 2025
Funded by the Silicon Crossroads Microelectronics Commons Hub, University of Michigan researchers are leading a collaborative effort to bring more such semiconductors to the market.
Silicon Labs secures $23M Texas CHIPS Act grant to boost R&D
February 20, 2025
Silicon Labs has received a USD 23 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) under the Texas CHIPS Act to enhance research and development in Austin.
Scania in last-ditch effort to resuscitate Northvolt
February 03, 2025
Each member of Scania’s staff is supposed to be paired with a Northvolt shift manager or team leader to coach teams and drive improvements and implement standards, the Reuters report said.
Japan chip curbs: China warns of adverse impact on supply chain
February 03, 2025
The new export controls, which are scheduled to come into effect at the end of May, include curbs on cutting-edge chips, lithography equipment and cryocoolers needed to make quantum computers.
US tightens export controls on advanced AI technologies
January 15, 2025
The US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued an interim final rule, effective January 13, 2025, enhancing export controls on advanced computing ICs and certain artificial intelligence (AI) model weights.
Nvidia criticizes U.S. plan to tighten AI chip export controls
January 10, 2025
The Biden administration is reportedly considering new export restrictions that could target advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips produced by U.S. companies. According to Reuters, Nvidia has expressed concerns about the potential impact of these measures on the tech industry’s growth and the competitiveness of the United States in the global market.
The memory market: supply, demand, and geopolitical influences in 2025
December 30, 2024
As we head into 2025, the DRAM memory market is bracing for significant turbulence. With price erosion projected across multiple sectors and a shift in production dynamics, it’s clear that the landscape will look vastly different by the second half of 2025.
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