Neways Electronics expands focus on defence sector
April 24, 2025
EMS provider Neways Electronics is expanding its defence-related operations, aligning with growing European ambitions to strengthen regional defence capabilities.
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Taiwan passes law to boost tax credits for AI investments
April 23, 2025
The boost in tax credits for businesses investing in artificial intelligence (AI) aims to solidify the island’s position as an AI innovator in Asia.
Qualcomm acquires Gen AI unit of Vietnamese firm VinAI
April 21, 2025
Combining VinAI’s advanced generative AI research and development (R&D) capabilities with Qualcomm’s decades of extensive R&D will expand Qualcomm’s ability to drive inventions.
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Meet ‘Adam,’ Reitar Logtech’s first humanoid logistics robot
April 18, 2025
Hong Kong-based Reitar Logtech will incorporate NEXX’s advanced AI tech to endow Adam with intelligent decision-making capabilities. Adam will take on tasks like cargo handling, sorting and shelving across multiple scenarios.
BC Jindal plans to invest $1.7B in making components for RE sector
April 18, 2025
The Indian company will invest the amount by 2030 to manufacture components for the renewable energy (RE) sector. To kickstart the venture, BC Jindal will make an initial investment of USD 465 million.
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.
ESD industry posts $4.9B in revenue in Q4 2024
April 15, 2025
The Electronic System Design (ESD) industry revenue increased 11% to USD 4,927.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 from the USD 4,440.9 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2023, the ESD Alliance, a SEMI Technology Community, reports.
SOTI partners with Urovo to boost battery monitoring
April 14, 2025
SOTI XSight now supports Urovo’s advanced smart batteries, giving organisations real-time insights into battery health, performance and location, thereby reducing mobile-device-related downtime, in the transportation and logistics (T&L) industry.
ST to cut up to 2,800 jobs in major manufacturing overhaul
April 10, 2025
Semiconductor manufacturer STMicroelectronics will see up to 2,800 employees leave the company globally over the next three years as part of an overhaul of its manufacturing operations and cost structure.
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.
Hotayi Electronic breaks ground on Malaysian factory expansion
April 08, 2025
Hotayi Electronic has launched its ambitious Phase 3 expansion with a groundbreaking ceremony in Batu Kawan, Penang. The MYR 500 million (EUR 104.5 million) investment will create a cutting-edge smart manufacturing facility spanning 380,000 square feet. The project will generate 1,000 new high-skilled jobs in the region.
JarnisTech's Chongqing smart factory goes live
April 08, 2025
Against the industrial backdrop of surging demand for 5G-A and AI servers, Chinese PCB manufacturer JarnisTech has officially put its Chongqing smart factory into production – with AOI technology that boosts PCB inspection efficiency by 600%.
Sinopec teams up with CATL to build 10,000 battery swap stations
April 07, 2025
This year, the collaboration targets construction of at least 500 battery swap stations, with a long-term goal of 10,000 stations, creating a seamless “swap-as-fast-as-refueling” experience for EV owners in China.
India’s Goat Robotics raises $311K in latest funding round
April 04, 2025
With this funding, the Coimbatore-based robotics and automation start-up aims to accelerate product development, refine AI capabilities, enhance R&D and expand market outreach.
Waaree launches ‘India’s largest solar cell facility’ in Gujarat
March 31, 2025
Waaree Energies’ 5.4 GW factory in Chikhli, Gujarat, is spread across 150 acres with a built-up area of 101 acres. The Indian company has already invested USD 350 million in the campus at the Chikhli unit.
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.
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.
Intelligent battery sensor market to reach $18.6 billion by 2032
March 27, 2025
The intelligent battery sensor market is witnessing significant growth, driven by the rising adoption of EVs, demand for battery management systems, and integration of smart automotive technologies.
China to invest $138 billion in robotics, high-tech industry
March 26, 2025
In ten years, the country’s global share of industrial robot installations has risen from around one-fifth to more than half of the world’s total demand.
FAMES Pilot Line launches open-access call for EU chip industry
March 25, 2025
Participants whose requests are selected will have access to FAMES technologies as they become available. Open-Access Calls will take place each spring through 2028.
TRENDE’s renewable energy initiatives get $7.2M boost
March 21, 2025
This capital infusion will accelerate TRENDE's growth initiatives, including the expansion of its solar and battery leasing service “Teraris,” and its peer-to-peer (P2P) energy trading platform.
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%.
SK On, Nissan ink 100GWh US EV battery supply pact
March 21, 2025
South Korea’s SK On will supply high-nickel batteries to Nissan from 2028 to 2033, involving a total investment of USD 661 million. This production will support 1,700 US jobs at SK On.
The electronics market in Europe – what needs to happen?
March 20, 2025
The EU Chips Act was introduced in several phases to the wider public from 2021 onwards and, following approval by the European Parliament and the Council, the regulation came into force on 21 September 2023.
Ennostar merges EPISTAR and Lextar to drive automotive innovation
March 20, 2025
Ennostar has announced a strategic merger aimed at strengthening its position in the automotive optoelectronics sector. The company will consolidate its subsidiaries, EPISTAR and Lextar, into a single entity, enhancing technological integration and resource efficiency.
IITK, Mars Antennas team up to develop EV chargers, inverters
March 20, 2025
Mars Antennas will provide funding, industry insights and access to its manufacturing and testing facilities. IIT Kanpur will bring in research expertise, advanced facilities and technical know-how.
Top 10 IC design houses See 49% YoY growth in 2024
March 18, 2025
TrendForce reports that the combined revenue of the world’s top 10 IC design houses reached approximately USD 249.8 billion in 2024, marking a 49% YoY growth. The surge is largely attributed to the booming AI industry, with Nvidia dominating the market.
Valens, Rgo, CHERRY team up to design AI robotic systems
March 17, 2025
This collaboration integrates Rgo’s advanced Perception Engine, Valens’ VA7000 MIPI A-PHY connectivity chipsets, and CHERRY’s Rockchip-based hardware module.
Ainos, ASE team up to boost AI scent digitization
March 14, 2025
By unlocking insights from invisible chemical patterns in the air, AI Nose has the potential to improve manufacturing precision, reduce waste and drive sustainable operations.
Vexos expands with new China facility, boosts US & Vietnam capacity
March 13, 2025
Vexos is strengthening its global manufacturing footprint by opening a new facility in Dongguan, China. The expansion boosts production capacity and automation, aligning with growing demand across industrial, medical, and aerospace sectors. Additionally, the company is boosting its manufacturing capacity in Vietnam and the US.
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