Samsung slipped to third place in global top 20
April 18, 2024
According to Omdia's latest report the semiconductor industry experienced a downturn in the market, with 2023 revenues slipping 9% to USD 544 billion compared to 2022. This decline however follows two years of record growth – which only serves to illustrate the cyclical nature of the industry.
Microchip acquires Neuronix AI Labs
April 16, 2024
Microchip Technology has acquired Neuronix AI Labs to expand its capabilities for power-efficient, AI-enabled edge solutions deployed on field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).
Microchip secures 40nm manufacturing capacity at JASM
April 12, 2024
US-based chip design firm Microchip Technology has expanded its partnership with TSMC with a new deal to run specialized 40-nm manufacturing at TSMC's subsidiary in Japan.
Microchip acquires VSI
April 11, 2024
Microchip Technology has completed the acquisition of Seoul, Korea-based VSI Co. Ltd., a specialist in providing high-speed, asymmetric, camera, sensor and display connectivity technologies and products based on the Automotive SerDes Alliance (ASA) open standard for In-Vehicle Networking (IVN).
Microchip secures 40nm manufacturing capacity at JASM
April 09, 2024
US-based chip design firm Microchip Technology has expanded its partnership with TSMC with a new deal to run specialized 40-nm manufacturing at TSMC's subsidiary in Japan.
SEALSQ Corp will open an OSAT in the US next year
April 02, 2024
Post-quantum tech firm SEALSQ has revelled plans to create an Open Semiconductors Assembly and Test (OSAT) plant in the US, which will be operational by end of 2025.
Samsung Electronics lines up new $6bn US subsidy
March 15, 2024
The Biden administration is preparing to extend another huge grant to Samsung Electronics to encourage the Korean firm to invest in the US manufacturing base.
US government to invest $3.5 billion in Intel military tech?
March 08, 2024
Online reports say the US has approved funding to support the production of advanced semiconductors for military and intelligence programmes by Intel.
GlobalFoundries bags a $1.5bn government grant
February 19, 2024
The US government has awarded USD 1.5 billion to contract chipmaker GlobalFoundries. The firm will use the funds to build a new site in New York and expand existing operations in Vermont.
US government mulling $10bn subsidy package for Intel
February 19, 2024
The Biden administration is rumoured to be in talks with Intel to award the chip firm more than $10 billion in loans and direct grants.
AT&S secures EUR 45m loan for connecting materials R&D
February 08, 2024
Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik has agreed a loan from KfW IPEX-Bank to support the research and development of connecting materials for microchip production at its new plant in Leoben.
US prepares to hand out billions more to chip firms
January 29, 2024
The Biden Administration is set to announce a fresh round of subsidies as part of its USD 53 billion Chips and Science Act.
Microchip expands its R&D commitment in the UK
January 09, 2024
Microchip Technology has recently inaugurated a new facility at Cambridge Research Park, Cambridge, UK. The company's new design centre will give Microchip access to a highly skilled engineering workforce, allowing it to expand and develop new solutions.
US government issues $162m subsidy to Microchip Tech
January 05, 2024
The Biden administration has confirmed its second CHIPS and Science Act grant: USD 162 million to help Microchip Technology improve its facilities in Colorado and Oregon.
Svenn-Tore Larsen steps down as CEO of Nordic Semi
December 12, 2023
The Board of Directors of Nordic Semiconductor has appointed Vegard Wollan as the company's new CEO, as Svenn-Tore Larsen is stepping down after more than two decades as the captain.
Finland's looking to boost Europe’s competitiveness
November 16, 2023
While people within the industry know and understand the significant role that semiconductors play in our society, those in power have finally realised its strategic importance and are looking to boost Europe's capacity and capabilities.
Microchip’s 28nm SuperFlash memory solution in production at GF
September 28, 2023
Microchip’s 28nm SuperFlash embedded flash memory solution has entered production at semiconductor manufacturer GlobalFoundries.
Microchip to expand its presence in India, invests $300M
July 05, 2023
Microchip Technology is looking to step up its investments in India. The company is launching a USD 300 million multi-year investment initiative which includes funding for facilities, engineering labs and talent acquisition.
Microchip opens new R&D facility in Hyderabad, India
July 04, 2023
With a capacity for 1,000 employees, Microchips' new 168,000-square-foot centre will support the company's growth plans for years to come.
France to invest $3.1 billion of state aid into chip production
June 08, 2023
French government is taking action to reduce its dependency on foreign companies in a strategically important sector.
Zeiss expands with new multifunctional factory in Wetzlar
April 12, 2023
Zeiss has broken ground on a new expansion. In Wetzlar, Zeiss Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (SMT) will soon have an additional 12,000 square meters available for the development and manufacturing of lithography optics for global microchip production.
Japan joins in on chip sanctions against China
March 31, 2023
Japan will impose export restrictions on a variety of semiconductor manufacturing tools, aligning its technology trade restrictions with US efforts to limit China's capacity to produce cutting-edge chips.
Microchip USA moves to new location
March 17, 2023
As the business has continued to grow and evolve, Microchip USA found itself in need of a bigger and better space in order to continue to facilitate its operations.
Microchip reaches milestone in its Oregon expansion
March 15, 2023
Microchip Technology says it has reached a milestone in its multi-year, USD 800 million initiative aimed at tripling the production capacity at its Gresham, Oregon manufacturing facility.
Microchip to expand capacity with $880 million investment
February 20, 2023
Microchip Technology says it plans to invest USD 880 million to expand its silicon carbide (SiC) and silicon (Si) production capacity at its Colorado Springs, Colorado manufacturing facility over the next several years.
Innovobot, TDK, Microchip and BOE Varitronix team up on automotive haptics display
January 04, 2023
Tech innovation and R&D design house Innovobot Labs is is teaming up with three technology companies to develop a next-generation reference design for automotive displays.
Cisco heads to Barcelona with new design centre
December 05, 2022
Barcelona might be famous for its football, but Cisco wants to design the next generation semiconductor devices here.
U.S. chip design market to lose top-dog status
December 01, 2022
The United States has been a leader in microchip design with dominant companies like Nvidia, Intel and Qualcomm. But failing government support could spell the loss of its top-dog position, warns a SIA report.
Decision on Microchips new fab will take some time
October 17, 2022
The microcontroller specialist is planning to build a new 300mm fab somewhere in the US. Oregon has been touted as a potential location for the investment, but as of now, no decision has been made.
Microchip’s mulls expansion in Oregon
October 14, 2022
Microcontroller specialist Microchip Technology's is reportedly contemplating expanding its operations in Gresham, Oregon. If this would realise – the investment could be in the size of USD 3 billion.
Micron to invest $100 billion in New York megafab
October 05, 2022
Micron says it will invest up to USD 100 Billion to build a megafab in central New York, creating approximately 9,000 direct Micron jobs.
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