Quest Global acquires Indian semiconductor firm BITSILICA April 08, 2026 BITSILICA’s diverse service portfolio will complement Quest Global’s existing strengths as an engineering solutions provider by expanding its capabilities in semiconductors and embedded systems.
Ann Fairchild named President and CEO of Siemens USA April 03, 2026 Fairchild has been with Siemens for more than 25 years, most recently serving as general counsel for Siemens USA, overseeing legal, compliance, regulatory and intellectual property functions.
NX Germany opens Dresden branch to boost logistics April 03, 2026 The state of Saxony, where Dresden is located, is known as one of Europe’s leading hubs for the semiconductor and other advanced technology industries, and it has attracted numerous global companies from these sectors.
Kioxia to invest in Nanya Technology, secure long-term DRAM supply April 02, 2026 Kioxia Corporation will subscribe to a third-party share allotment by Nanya Technology Corporation and enter into a long-term DRAM supply agreement with the company.
Shield AI raises $2 billion, acquires Aechelon Technology March 30, 2026 Aechelon’s technology is used by the US military and allies to train pilots and test advanced aircraft and autonomous systems before live flight, and supports a range of critical national security platforms.
Fujitsu, Osaka develop new tech to advance quantum computing March 27, 2026 By combining ver. 3 of the STAR architecture with a molecular model optimization technique, researchers have reduced computational resource requirements.
BEL teams up with RRP to boost Indian defence tech March 26, 2026 The MoU brings together BEL’s experience in developing advanced electronics and mission-critical systems for defence applications, RRP Electronics’s semiconductor manufacturing expertise, and RRP Defense’s capabilities in EO systems & UAV platforms.
Samsung unleashes $73 billion blitz in AI chips race March 25, 2026 The South Korean tech giant is ramping up investment 22% in 2026 to retake the lead in AI semiconductors from SK Hynix, which has become the main provider of high-bandwidth memory to Nvidia.
Binghamton-led battery tech project gets $45M boost March 25, 2026 Since its launch in 2024, the Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York has received USD 15 million from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The initiative may receive up to USD 160 million over 10 years.
Energy storage firm MGA Thermal secures $12 million March 24, 2026 The funding is expected to accelerate MGA’s transition from pilot deployments to full commercial rollout, enabling the Australian company to expand its workforce, fast‑track customer projects and scale manufacturing capacity.
IonQ teams up with KISTI to advance quantum HPC tech March 23, 2026 The MOU focuses on seeking to establish a phased approach to integrate IonQ’s quantum hardware with Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information’s (KISTI) high performance computing (HPC) infrastructure using NVIDIA NVQLink.
Flower acquires first large-scale BESS project in Germany March 23, 2026 The 63MW / 257MWh BESS Döllnitz project has secured grid connection and the required permits, and is ready to build, with construction expected to begin in 2027 and commercial operation targeted for 2028.
US defence firm AV acquires Empirical Systems Aerospace March 20, 2026 California-based Empirical Systems Aerospace (ESAero) is known for its engineering expertise, electric and hybrid propulsion capabilities, aerospace prototyping and AS9100 Certified UAS manufacturing.
Evertiq Expo returns to Lund 2026 March 19, 2026 On May 21, 2026, Evertiq Expo makes its long-awaited return to Lund, reconnecting with the city where it all began. Now in its 15th year, Evertiq Expo will be held at Sparbanken Skåne Arena, bringing together companies, researchers, and professionals from Sweden’s electronics and technology sectors.
Indian startup Agnit Semiconductors raises $2.6 million March 17, 2026 The Bengaluru-based company plans to use the fresh capital to scale production of GaN components to 100,000 units over the next 24 months. Agnit will also expand into telecom infrastructure and power semiconductor devices.
Axonex partners with Synergy to boost digital twins, drone tech March 17, 2026 The joint venture will combine Axonex’s operational resources and international business capabilities with Synergy Technology Group’s digital twins and drone flight control systems technology.
BEL partners with Bellatrix to develop satellite systems March 13, 2026 This partnership is expected to accelerate innovation and strengthen India’s capabilities in building next-generation satellite systems for Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO).
German space tech firm ISPTech raises €5.5 million March 12, 2026 The seed funding will be used to expand manufacturing capabilities, testing of critical infrastructure and to accelerate commercial deployment.
Siemens to invest €200 million in AI-driven factory in Amberg March 05, 2026 Siemens plans to invest more than EUR 200 million to build a new digitalised and automated factory at its manufacturing and development site in Amberg, Germany. The facility is intended to support the company’s Smart Infrastructure business and is scheduled to be completed by 2030.
Indian defence tech startup Constelli raises $20 million March 05, 2026 The funds will be used for product research and development focused on next-generation electronic warfare and communication payloads across platforms, including drones, ground systems, naval vessels and satellites.
Global shortage of glass fiber cloth continues March 04, 2026 The global shortage of glass fiber cloth is continuing to drive significant constraints in PCB laminate availability.
AT&S invests EUR 30 million in Fehring plant March 03, 2026 Austrian IC substrates and PCB manufacturer AT&S will invest more than EUR 30 million in its Fehring plant by March 2027. The programme covers new production technologies, sustainability measures and the creation of around 50 jobs.
Price rally lifts 4Q25 DRAM revenue 29.4% QoQ February 26, 2026 A sharp upswing in DRAM contract prices drove global industry revenue to USD 53.58 billion in the fourth quarter of 2025, up 29.4% sequentially, according to the latest analysis from TrendForce.
Stark boosts European footprint with R&D hub in Ukraine and office in Greece February 16, 2026 German defence technology company Stark has announced the opening of an R&D hub in Ukraine and a regional office in Greece, marking a strategic expansion across Europe.
Viettel breaks ground on Vietnam’s first semiconductor fab February 10, 2026 Viettel Group has broken ground on the construction of what has been dubbed Vietnam’s first semiconductor chip fabrication plant, marking the country’s entry into domestic chip manufacturing.
GF partners with Telsys to expand Israel presence February 04, 2026 GlobalFoundries has entered into a strategic partnership with Telsys, a leading Israeli distributor of electronic components and systems for the high-tech industry.
Demcon acquires electronics company Leap Development February 02, 2026 Dutch company Leap Development, which will henceforth be known as Demcon electronics, specializes in RF technology, wireless communication, embedded systems and integrated electronics development.
ESMC holds topping-out ceremony at Dresden fab site January 28, 2026 European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) has celebrated the topping-out of its new office buildings at its Dresden semiconductor fab, the company said in a LinkedIn update. The ceremony marked the placement of the final structural beam in the central building.
Who is the leader in R&D spending? January 28, 2026 For years, the global technology narrative seemed simple: the United States led in innovation, while China was primarily seen as the world’s manufacturing floor. But that picture has been changing rapidly, almost in real time. As competition between Washington and Beijing increasingly centres on technology and strategic industries, a key question emerges: do the numbers actually reflect this shift? Has China truly caught up with — or even overtaken — the United States in research and development spending? And how does the broader global ranking look beyond this high-profile rivalry?
PNE partners with Honda to advance battery recycling tech January 26, 2026 The agreement reflects Honda Motor’s and Princeton NuEnergy’s (PNE) shared intention to strengthen the circular battery materials supply chain and US energy independence through innovative recycling and rejuvenation pathways.
Texas Tech to build $24M clean room for chip development January 23, 2026 Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grants are awarded to Texas institutions of higher education for semiconductor research and projects and to state businesses to encourage economic development related to chip manufacturing and design.
Venezuela's minerals: huge potential, even bigger risk January 22, 2026 In the first weeks of 2026, Venezuela returned to the headlines not because it suddenly became stable, but because Washington once again began to play the country — politically and economically. On the US side, there were signals of intensified efforts aimed at shifting the balance of power in Caracas. In practice, this points to a “reset” scenario: Venezuela re-entering the investment conversation under a new framework. But setting politics aside for a moment, what could this actually mean for the electronics industry? Is Venezuela truly an Eldorado?