SK hynix completes Intel certification for 256GB DDR5 RDIMM January 09, 2026 As an Intel Data Center Certified system/platform, 256GB DDR5 RDIMM has completed extensive testing and rigorous validation by Intel’s Advanced Data Center Development Laboratory.
Marvell Technology to acquire XConn Technologies January 09, 2026 The acquisition expands Marvell’s switching portfolio by adding XConn’s PCIe and CXL products and augments Marvell’s Ultra Accelerator Link scale-up switch team.
IQM, Telefónica to install quantum computers in Spain January 09, 2026 The deployment will expand the Galician Supercomputing Center’s (CESGA) advanced computing capabilities and strengthen its role as a key national and European research infrastructure.
Aegis Aerospace and United Semiconductors partner on in-space materials manufacturing January 08, 2026 Aegis Aerospace has entered into a partnership with United Semiconductors to develop an in-space manufacturing platform for advanced materials, including semiconductor-related applications, in low Earth orbit.
Micron to break ground on New York megafab January 08, 2026 Micron Technology will officially break ground on its planned semiconductor megafab in Onondaga County, New York, on January 16, 2026, marking the start of construction on what the company describes as the largest semiconductor manufacturing facility in US history.
Kelly Davidson takes the helm as president of NCAB North America January 07, 2026 PCB supplier NCAB has appointed Kelly Davidson as president of NCAB North America. Davidson previously served as vice president of the company’s North American operations.
Rajesh Power awarded BESS project in Gujarat January 07, 2026 The project is to be executed within 18 months from the date of signing the Battery Energy Storage Purchase Agreement (BESPA) and regulatory approvals.
Tescan expands semiconductor workflows with laser tech January 06, 2026 By combining nanometer-level precision and high-throughput intelligent laser processing, FemtoChisel delivers pristine surfaces while significantly reducing the need for subsequent FIB polishing steps.
Enlightra raises $15M to advance energy-efficient laser links January 05, 2026 The funding has enabled the Swiss-American deeptech startup to develop and demonstrate its multi-color laser technology, which connects computing chips (GPUs, TPUs) in AI clusters faster and more efficiently than copper cables can.
onsemi to develop next-gen GaN power devices with GF January 02, 2026 onsemi will pair its silicon drivers, controllers and thermally enhanced packages with GlobalFoundries’ 650V GaN technology platform to deliver optimized gallium nitride (GaN) devices with higher power density and efficiency.
Toshiba to advance chip design with Siemens’ EDA software January 02, 2026 Toshiba’s deployment of Siemens’ EDA tools includes advanced thermal design and analysis for 3D IC architectures; power optimization, integrity and reliability enhancement; and next-generation analog simulation acceleration.
India’s KP Group to invest $4B in Botswana’s renewable energy sector January 01, 2026 These projects are expected to add nearly 5 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity. The collaboration also includes the development and strengthening of high-voltage transmission infrastructure within Botswana, along with regional interconnections to enhance power reliability and energy security.
ArcelorMittal announces new green energy projects in India December 30, 2025 Total capital expenditure for the three projects is anticipated to be USD 900 million and the power generated will be supplied to AMNS India, ArcelorMittal’s 60/40 Indian steelmaking joint venture with Nippon Steel.
Six conversations that shaped electronics in 2025 December 29, 2025 Throughout 2025, Evertiq held a series of conversations with industry leaders and analysts who helped illuminate how the electronics market is evolving. Global supply chains are transitioning into a new phase, influenced by AI, reshoring, labour scarcity, national security, sustainability and a redefinition of the semiconductor cycle.
ABB boosts grid automation offerings with Netcontrol acquisition December 29, 2025 ABB’s electrification portfolio combined with Netcontrol’s advanced grid automation solutions will help customers on their journey to digitalize the power grid. Headquartered in Helsinki, Netcontrol has around 100 employees.
Global semiconductor supply chain remains concentrated, exposing bottlenecks December 26, 2025 A new analysis of the global semiconductor supply chain highlights how critical stages of chip production remain concentrated among a handful of economies, underscoring the industry’s vulnerability to geopolitical and supply disruptions.
Mouser signs global distribution agreement with Telit Cinterion December 23, 2025 Among the product offerings are Telit Cinterion’s LE910Q1 and LE910R1 LTE Cat 1bis modules, developed specifically to support IoT applications, including a wide range of value-oriented applications that require reliable data speed and global coverage.
Hanwha acquires Norwegian firm Seam for $200 million December 22, 2025 Through this acquisition, Hanwha Engine plans to expand its propulsion portfolio by combining its existing dual fuel engine expertise with Seam’s electric propulsion and power automation technologies.
Rohm partners with Tata Electronics to boost chip manufacturing December 22, 2025 As the first step in this collaboration, Tata Electronics will assemble and test Rohm’s India-designed automotive-grade Nch 100V, 300A Si MOSFET in a TOLL package, targeting mass production shipments by next year.
Cyient acquires majority stake in Kinetic Technologies December 19, 2025 It brings together Cyient Semiconductors’s design expertise with Kinetic Technologies’s portfolio of high-performance analog and mixed-signal ICs, including power conversion solutions, display power, protection and interface solutions.
The world reorders its minerals: rare earths at the close of 2025 December 19, 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, the rare earths and critical minerals sector no longer feels like a niche concern reserved for mining specialists and policy papers. It has become one of the quiet fault lines of the global technology economy. Not because the world suddenly ran out, but because access to them – predictable, affordable and politically neutral access – can no longer be taken for granted.
Panasonic to supply lithium-ion batteries for Zoox robotaxis December 19, 2025 Under the multi-year agreement, Panasonic Energy will deliver its latest 2170 battery cells beginning in early 2026 to support Zoox’s growing robotaxi service and operations.
Kitron receives order valued at €44 million December 19, 2025 EMS provider Kitron has received an order valued at EUR 44 million for the production and supply of advanced electronic components used in energy storage and electric grid balancing systems.
Sanmina expands with new energy manufacturing factory December 18, 2025 Sanmina Corporation will expand its energy business with the construction of a new manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas, aimed at serving the US energy market.
TI starts production at new 300mm semiconductor fab in Texas December 18, 2025 Texas Instruments has officially started production at its newest 300mm semiconductor manufacturing facility in Sherman, Texas.
Avnet Silica enters new franchise agreement with DeepX December 18, 2025 Avnet Silica has entered into a new franchise agreement with DeepX, a South Korea-based hardware and software manufacturer specialising in highly efficient, powerful AI semiconductor technology.
AESC starts production at UK battery gigafactory in Sunderland December 18, 2025 Automotive Energy Supply Corporation (AESC) has launched its new electric vehicle battery gigafactory in Sunderland, UK, with production now underway.
Semiconductor equipment sales to reach a $156 billion in 2027 December 17, 2025 Global sales of total semiconductor manufacturing equipment by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are forecast to reach a record high of USD 133 billion in 2025, growing 13.7% year-on-year, reports SEMI.
Seven defence technologies driving electronics demand in 2025 December 17, 2025 During this year’s Evertiq Expo in Kraków, the topic of defense electronics filled the conference room to capacity. The top list of defense companies I presented turned out to be only a starting point for conversations that continued long after the session had ended. Behind each of these manufacturers stand dozens of electronics suppliers: semiconductor producers, PCB and RF module manufacturers, and specialized EMS companies. So I asked myself a simple question: which defense technologies drove electronics demand most strongly in 2025? Let’s look at them from the industry’s point of view rather than from a catalogue of weapon systems.
Littelfuse completes acquisition of Basler Electric December 16, 2025 Littelfuse has completed its previously announced acquisition of Basler Electric Company, strengthening the company’s high-power application capabilities.
The deconstruction of a Semiconductor Cycle December 16, 2025 What can be learned from the Q3-25 results of the Semiconductor Industry?
Samsung SDI clinches US battery deal worth over $1.4 billion December 15, 2025 The South Korean company’s Michigan-based subsidiary Samsung SDI America recently inked a deal with a US customer to supply LFP cells for ESS over three years starting from 2027.