Auto chips retain importance in global IC market in 2023
In 2023, automotive chips will continue to play an important role in global semiconductor trade, but both mainstream automakers and EV startups are making a strategic turnaround due to their different demand scales, yet with a common goal to consolid.....»»
Tiny “nano-sponges” inspire killer moves in 2023 Dance Your PhD winning video
The fun side of serious science: "We’re just normal, fun, creative people.” Checkers Marshall’s award-winning dance depicted electrons moving around in crystalline materials that have a variety of applications. University of O.....»»
Apple increased grip on premium smartphone market in 2022
The premium smartphone market make up more than half of global smartphone revenue in 2022, a report claims, with Apple's iPhone providing the lion's share.iPhone 14Sales in the overall global smartphone market dropped 12% year-on-year between 2021 to.....»»
Samsung confirms its 2023 QD-OLED TVs start at just $1,900, are available now
Samsung has finally provided pricing and availability on its full 2023 QD-OLED TV lineup, including its most affordable S90C models......»»
Fighting VPN criminalization should be Big Tech’s top priority, activists say
Iranian authorities increasingly targeting VPNs is part of a global trend. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) “Women, life, freedom” became the protest chant of a revolution still raging in Iran months af.....»»
IT security spending to reach nearly $300 billion by 2026
Worldwide spending on security solutions and services is forecast to be $219 billion in 2023, an increase of 12.1% compared to 2022, according to IDC. Investments in hardware, software, and services related to cybersecurity are expected to reach near.....»»
How to best allocate IT and cybersecurity budgets in 2023
Despite the economic uncertainty, 57% of organizations plan to increase their cybersecurity budgets in 2023, according to a survey from Arctic Wolf. This highlights a powerful trend: critical needs like security must be addressed even with IT budgets.....»»
CIS packagers enjoy stable demand for high-end auto applications
BGA (ball grid array) packaging demand for high-pixel and large-size automotive CMOS image sensor (CIS) chips remains in high gear, but lower-end car-use CIS products processed with wafer-level chip scale package (WLCSP) technology are showing signs.....»»
Thailand smartphone market declines by 21% in 2022 to 16.6 million units, says IDC
According to the IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, the Thai smartphone market declined by 21%, ending 2022 with 16.6 million shipments, marking the lowest number of units sold in a year since 2014. Shipments fell 23% on year or to 4.2 mil.....»»
Relying on subsidies is worst strategy for chips; wafer fabs need to walk before they can run
The global chip shortage has resulted in countries elevating semiconductor manufacturing to a "national security issue." Not only are the Chinese and Korean governments continuing to spend heavily to support their chip industries, but Europe, the US,.....»»
Asia Pacific security spending to grow 16.7% in 2023 with government taking lead, says IDC
According to IDC's latest Worldwide Semiannual Security Spending Guide, spending on security hardware, services, and software in Asia Pacific, excluding Japan, is expected to reach US$36 billion in 2023, an increase of 16.7% over the previous year......»»
Samsung and SK Hynix may see operating loss for memory businesses in 1Q23
As there is no end in sight for the global memory demand slump, South Korea-based suppliers may see their memory business turn into an operating loss, a rarely-seen situation for the duo......»»
India roundup: Apple"s flagship store to open in Mumbai in April
Apple is expected to open its long-awaited first flagship store in India, marking Apple's efforts to expand in the world's second-largest smartphone market as the global smartphone market is plateauing......»»
IC Design White Paper (3): Contributions from Taiwan"s IC design sector to Taiwan
Taiwan is an important hub of the global information and communication technology (ICT) industry. The development of the ICT supply chain is supported by Taiwan's complete semiconductor ecosystem......»»
Global NAND flash revenue to continue slide in 1Q23
NAND flash revenue will continue to decline into the first quarter of 2023 despite lower drops in memory ASPs, according to a recent TrendForce report......»»
NASA map shows where you can see a solar eclipse across the U.S.
NASA has created a map of the U.S. showing when and where you can see a solar eclipse in 2023 and 2024......»»
UN commission calls for closing the gender digital divide
The U.N.'s premiere global body fighting for gender equality on Saturday called for wide-ranging efforts to close the gap between men and women in today's technology-driven world and urged zero tolerance for gender-based violence and harassment onlin.....»»
Pittsburgh body shop generates revenue for Diehl Auto Group
Operating a large collision repair facility also has helped Diehl Automotive Group sell new cars. When cars come to the collision center and are deemed a total loss, Diehl has an opportunity to sell that customer a new vehicle......»»
F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Live Stream: Watch Practice 2 and Qualifying for free
It’s time for the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, and we've tracked down the best ways to watch Practice 1 and Practice 2 of the Formula 1 racing event......»»
Google tells users of some Android phones: Nuke voice calling to avoid infection
If your device runs Exynos chips, be very, very concerned. Enlarge / Images of the Samsung Galaxy S21, which runs with an Exynos chipset. (credit: Samsung) Google is urging owners of certain Android phones to take urgent.....»»
Everything leaving Hulu in April 2023
While it's sad to see select movies and TV shows leave Hulu in April 2023, viewers will be motivated to see such movies as The Last Duel before they go away......»»