Robert Feurle takes the helm at Wolfspeed
April 02, 2025
Wolfspeed, US silicon carbide (SiC) specialist, has appointed Robert Feurle as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1, 2025. The appointment follows a comprehensive internal and external search, the company revealed.
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Compound semiconductor materials market to cross $91B by 2035
March 31, 2025
EVs are emerging as a critical application area in the compound semiconductor industry, as many EV makers are resorting to MOSFETs or SiC Schottky barrier diodes (SBD) in DC-DC converters.
Mazda, ROHM use next-gen chips for automotive components
March 28, 2025
The two Japanese firms have started developing automotive components using gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors, which reduce power conversion losses and contribute to the miniaturization of components.
CoolCAD, RFMW boost SiC semiconductor devices offerings
March 17, 2025
The agreement strengthens RFMW’s ability to offer customers advanced wide bandgap solutions, enabling superior performance, reliability and efficiency in high-temperature and high-power applications.
CDIL teams up with Infineon to make power chips
March 07, 2025
Under the agreement, German firm Infineon will supply bare semiconductor wafers to CDIL, which the Indian company will process and use for assembly and packaging to make power chipsets.
SiC power semiconductors market to reach $11.7B by 2035
March 03, 2025
Silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors have gained significant traction in high-power applications due to their superior thermal conductivity, higher breakdown voltage and energy efficiency.
Spirox opens semiconductor verification lab in Taiwan
February 26, 2025
Semiconductor equipment provider, Spirox Corporation, plans to build the first power semiconductor dynamic reliability verification laboratory in the Asia-Pacific region.
Aerospace semiconductor market to touch $15B by 2034
February 24, 2025
In 2024, North America held over 38% of the aerospace semiconductor market, with revenues around USD 2.6 billion. The US market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2%.
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.
Infineon reaches next milestone on 200 mm SiC roadmap
February 13, 2025
Germany's Infineon Technologies says that it has made significant progress on its 200 mm silicon carbide (SiC) roadmap. The company plans to launch its first products based on the advanced 200 mm SiC technology in the first quarter of 2025.
Power semiconductor market to reach $75 billion by 2032
February 06, 2025
Countries like China, Japan, the US, Germany, India and France are leading this growth by adopting advanced technologies and backed by supportive government policies.
ST eyes workforce reduction of up to 3,000 jobs
February 04, 2025
STMicroelectronics is reportedly considering a significant workforce reduction, potentially affecting up to 6% of its employees, reports Bloomberg citing sources with insight.
Fab delays and cancellations start to pile up
January 30, 2025
The semiconductor industry is grappling with uncertainty as several high-profile semiconductor fab projects are struggling with delays, suspensions, or outright cancellations.
Five companies control 50% of the automotive semiconductor market
January 22, 2025
The automotive industry’s impact on the global economy cannot be ignored. And currently, the automotive industry is going through a dramatic transformation – driven by electrification, autonomous driving and new mobility models.
onsemi completes acquisition of Qorvo's SiC JFET business
January 15, 2025
onsemi has completed its acquisition of the Silicon Carbide Junction Field-Effect Transistor (SiC JFET) technology business, including the United Silicon Carbide subsidiary, from Qorvo for USD 115 million in cash.
MACOM invests $345 to upgrade fabs
January 14, 2025
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MACOM's Massachusetts and North Carolina fabs are set for modernisation and expansion with federal and state backing.
Indichip Semiconductors to build $1.4 billion SiC facility
January 13, 2025
India's Indichip Semiconductors has signed an agreement with the government of Andhra Pradesh to construct a new manufacturing facility at the mega industrial hub in Kurnool.
Electrification and autonomy to boost semiconductor content in cars
January 13, 2025
Yole Group projects a transformative future for the automotive semiconductor market, fueled by advancements in electrification, ADAS, and computing power.
Evertiq’s 2024 recap: trends and challenges in the industry
December 31, 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, it is time to look back at the year that has passed and go over some of the biggest articles and stories that came out of the year.
R&D, partnerships, and expansion: ST’s strategy for SiC growth
December 17, 2024
At this year’s Evertiq Expo in Gothenburg, Maurizio Ferrara, Deputy General Manager of STMicroelectronics’ New Materials Division, presented an outlook on the transformative role of silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors in the industry. Following his presentation, Ferrara spoke about the opportunities driving SiC adoption and how ST is positioned to lead this critical market.
Bosch secures $225M to boost US chip production
December 17, 2024
Bosch has signed a preliminary memorandum of agreement (PMT) with the US Department of Commerce under the CHIPS and Science Act, paving the way for up to USD 225 million in potential funding to help upgrade its production site in Roseville, California.
Coherent, SkyWater and X-Fab receive CHIPS Act boost
December 11, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced USD 99 million in proposed CHIPS Act funding for Coherent, SkyWater Technology, and X-Fab to strengthen U.S. semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain resilience, creating over 290 jobs across Texas and Minnesota.
onsemi to acquire Qorvo's SiC JFET business
December 11, 2024
onsemi has entered into an agreement to acquire the Silicon Carbide Junction Field-Effect Transistor (SiC JFET) technology business, including the United Silicon Carbide subsidiary, from Qorvo for USD 115 million in cash.
Valeo and Rohm co-develop next-gen power electronics
November 27, 2024
Rohm Semiconductor GmbH, a group company of Rohm, will provide its 2-in-1 silicon carbide (SiC) molded module, the TRCDRIVE pack, to Valeo S.A., a Paris-based leading automotive technology company, for future powertrain solutions.
A year in highlights – Evertiq Expo 2024
November 20, 2024
2024 was a landmark year for Evertiq Expos, the one-day exhibitions hosted by Evertiq across Europe. Building on a legacy of successful events, this year's expos exceeded expectations, bringing industry professionals together to discuss trends, challenges, and innovations in the electronics sector.
Infineon, Stellantis partner to develop architecture for next-gen cars
November 08, 2024
These agreements will help develop the next generation of power architecture, including Infineon’s PROFET™ smart power switches, enabling Stellantis to implement intelligent power network management.
Nexperia, KOSTAL partner to produce wide bandgap devices
November 06, 2024
Dutch-headquartered Nexperia will supply, develop and manufacture WBG power electronics devices which will be designed-in and validated by automotive supplier KOSTAL.
Infineon unveils the world’s thinnest silicon power wafer
October 30, 2024
After announcing the world’s first 300-millimeter gallium nitride (GaN) power wafer and opening the world’s largest 200-millimeter silicon carbide (SiC) power fab in Kulim, Malaysia, Infineon Technologies has unveiled its next milestone. Infineon has processed the thinnest silicon power wafers ever manufactured, with a thickness of only 20 micrometers and a diameter of 300 millimeters.
Is ZF pulling out of Wolfspeed's German chip project?
October 23, 2024
ZF is expected to back out from a semiconductor manufacturing project in collaboration with US SiC specialist Wolfspeed in Germany, reports Reuters.
SiC powers the EV revolution and ST aims to meet demand
October 17, 2024
During Evertiq Expo in Gothenburg earlier in September, Maurizio Ferrara, Deputy General Manager of the New Materials Division at STMicroelectronics, addressed the rapid growth of Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology in the context of e-mobility.
Wolfspeed bags CHIPS Act support for US expansion
October 15, 2024
The U.S. Department of Commerce and Wolfspeed have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) for up to USD 750 million in proposed direct funding under the CHIPS and Science Act.
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