ASE sourcing more aQFN leadframes for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 SoCs
ASE Technology has landed big orders from Qualcomm and MediaTek for processing their Wi-Fi-Fi SoCs with its unique aQFN (advanced quad flat no-lead) technology, and is actively seeking additional supply of related packaging materials including leadfr.....»»
Robust demand for high-end SoCs buoys probe card maker MPI profits
Robust demand for high-end mobile SoCs, networking ICs and HPC chips has buoyed MPI's profit performance, with the probe card maker's net profit for the first three quarters of this year far exceeding that for all of 2021, according to industry sourc.....»»
MediaTek poised to ramp up flagship market share with Dimensity 9200 SoCs
MediaTek is set to aggressively ramp up its share of the flagship smartphone AP market with its newly launched Dimensity 9200 SoC, despite overall handset market demand remaining weak according to industry sources......»»
Delivering visibility requires a new approach for SecOps
As the world watches the conflict with Russia unfold, cybersecurity defenders are working overtime. Defenders are being asked by key stakeholders, boards, and even CISA for transparency on how their organization is faring against cyberattacks. SOCs u.....»»
Penske Automotive"s Kurnick cites pressure on used-vehicle sourcing, margins
Penske Automotive Group President Rob Kurnick told Automotive News Retail Forum: Chicago that it has faced pressure with its CarShop stand alone used-vehicle brand in sourcing vehicles and earning an acceptable margin......»»
CATL slows battery investment plan for U.S., Mexico-sources
Chinese battery giant CATL has slowed its planning for investment in battery plants in North America on concern that new U.S. rules on sourcing battery materials will drive costs higher, two people with knowledge of the matter said......»»
BMW joins the EV frenzy with $1.7B U.S. investment
The project includes domestic sourcing of next-generation batteries and a $700 million battery-pack assembly plant to be built nearby. It also requires construction of a new battery-cell plant in the state by Envision AESC......»»
Renesas to scale up chip supply for VinFast EVs
VinFast has expanded its tie-up with Renesas Electronics under which Renesas will provide a broader range of products including SoCs, microcontrollers, analog and power semiconductors, as well as technical support, for VinFast's electric vehicles (EV.....»»
Samsung Exynos APs gaining penetration in lower-end smartphones
Samsung Electronics has seen its Exynos mobile SoCs gain significant ground in the lower-end smartphone segment after losing application momentum in its high-end flagship handsets......»»
Posco integrates EV battery supply chain at a high pace
South Korea-based steelmaker Posco Holdings has been deploying in sourcing and supplying materials for second-life battery for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage......»»
The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: More cuts amid re-sourcing push
The chip shortage continues to hammer away at global vehicle production as automakers await additional semiconductor manufacturing capacity to come online......»»
CWTC obtains leadframe orders for automotive miniLED devices
Chang Wah Technology (CWTC) has newly developed leadframes for miniLED device applications, which have cut into the supply chain of tier-1 Europe-based LED manufacturers, with shipments already on their way to carmakers, according to industry sources.....»»
Toyota bets on hybrids instead of EVs in India
Despite Korean companies' eagerness to invest in India's EV market, Japanese carmakers have decided to put their bets on hybrid cars as their Indian strategy, with Toyota combining local production, sourcing, and partnerships to lower cost and boost.....»»
India"s end products with chip content to reach US$300 billion in 2026
According to a new report, the market of India's end products in need of chips is expected t reach US$300 billion in 2026, and the local sourcing will continue to increase......»»
Silicon wafer, leadframe demand remains strong
Market demand for silicon wafers, IC packaging leadframes, and other related process materials remains strong, and chipmaking materials distributors including Topco Scientific, Wah Lee Industrial and Chang Wah Technology are all optimistic about thei.....»»
Pirate Sites Using Twitch To Stream TV Shows Face Hollywood Investigation
Pirate streaming sites have plenty of options when it comes to sourcing movies, TV shows, and live TV streams. But for some, however, cheaper is apparently better. Streaming portals offering channels from Disney, Paramount, Warner Bros. and HBO are u.....»»
EV tax credit proposal less about consumers, more about sourcing, industry exec says
The EV tax credit proposal unveiled last week by U.S. Democratic Sens. Chuck Schumer and Joe Manchin lifts the cap on the current $7,500 tax credit but adds increasingly stringent critical mineral and battery sourcing requirements for automakers, amo.....»»
Sigurd continues to enjoy strong testing demand for Wi-Fi SoCs
IC testing house Sigurd Microelectronics expects to sustain high capacity utilization in the second half of 2022, buoyed by strong demand for Wi-Fi SoCs, despite weakening demand for handset chips solutions......»»
EV tax credit proposal adds tougher sourcing limits for critical minerals, batteries
As part of the tax credit, automakers would be subject to annual increases in sourcing requirements for minerals and battery components used in eligible EVs and limited to sourcing from countries with a free trade agreement with the U.S. such as Cana.....»»
Anvilogic’s threat detection, investigation and response platform aims to improve SOCs
Today, security automation provider Anvilogic announced it has raised $25 million as part of a Series B funding round. Today, security automation provider Anvilogic announced it has raised $25 million as part of a Series B funding round.Read More.....»»
The future of SOCs: Automation where it matters
Sophisticated attacks, remote work needs and rapidly changing technologies challenge organizations to manage IT security while containing costs and using overburdened staff. Security operations centers (SOCs) increasingly use automation to manage com.....»»