BOE invests in LED chipmaker
BOE Technology has invested a total of CNY2.1 billion (US$65.7 million) in HC SemiTek, becoming the largest shareholder of the Chinese LED chipmaker......»»
FTC sues to block Nvidia"s $40 billion takeover of Arm
The Federal Trade Commission on Thursday sued to block US chipmaker Nvidia's proposed $40 billion takeover of UK chip design firm Arm, saying it would stifle competition and give the combined company too much control over chip technology and designs......»»
Intel is collecting legacy hardware for security research
The chipmaker churns out lots of new and updated hardware each year, but most consumers don’t upgrade to the latest and greatest with each subsequent release. This creates a trail of legacy products that remain in active use in the wild, all of whi.....»»
Microsoft Builds New Green Data Centers in Wyoming, Invests in Wifi, Education, Roads
This week a Microsoft blog post announced they're opening two new data centers in Cheyenne, "built with sustainable design and operations in mind, contributing to Microsoft's commitment to being carbon negative." Our current and new datacenters will.....»»
Samsung eyes reduced dependence on Qualcomm chips
Samsung Electronics will reportedly increase the production of its Exynos chipsets for Galaxy smartphones to raise the proportion of its in-house processors in Galaxy devices and lower dependence on US chipmaker Qualcomm......»»
Thoma Bravo Invests $110M in Digital Experience Firm Pendo
The secondary investment comes as the N.C.-based software firm enhances digital adoption features and adds new customers. Continue reading........»»
Ford and chipmaker announce noncommittal “partnership” to alleviate shortages
"Non-binding agreement" promises more supply but is light on particulars. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg | Getty Images) In an effort to combat the ongoing global chip shortage, chipmaker GlobalFoundries and the Ford Motor Company.....»»
Nvidia"s Arm Deal Faces UK National Security Probe
Nvidia's bid for British chipmaker Arm faces a national security review in the U.K., in another potential pitfall for a deal under intense scrutiny from antitrust regulators across the world. From a report: The Competition and Markets Authority has b.....»»
Australian open-access research plan isn"t risk-free
Chief Scientist Cathy Foley is leading an open access strategy for Australia. Foley estimates the Australian government invests A$12 billion a year of public money in research and innovation only for most of the publications that eventuate to be lock.....»»
Taiwan semiconductor output value to top NT$4 trillion in 2021, says Etron chair
The output value of Taiwan's semiconductor industry is forecast to exceed NT$4 trillion (US$144 billion) in 2021, after topping NT$3 trillion in 2020, according to Nicky Lu, chairman of Taiwan's fabless chipmaker Etron Technology......»»
Strong PWM IC demand boosts Silergy revenue, profits in 3Q21
Robust demand for power management ICs buoyed fabless chipmaker Silergy's sales and profit performance in the third quarter of 2021......»»
VinFast invests US$200 million in California for state tax grant
Vietnam-based EV maker VinFast has announced an investment project of over US$200 million to expand business in North America, including setting up US headquarters in California that could create 1,000 job opportunities......»»
China"s top chipmaker just lost a quarter of its board overnight
SMIC, China's leading chipmaker, is going through another massive leadership shake-up......»»
Analog IC firm GMT striving for more foundry capacity
Taiwan-based Global Mixed-mode Technology (GMT), a supplier of analog and power management (PWM) ICs, will continue striving for more available capacities at foundries to support its growth next year, according to the fabless chipmaker......»»
SAS invests in US-based Transphorm
Solar wafer and cell maker Sino-American Silicon Products (SAS) has announced an investment of US$15 million in US-based Transphorm, a developer of GaN power devices used in high-voltage conversion......»»
Macronix posts record October revenue
ROM and flash memory chipmaker Macronix International saw its revenue hit a record high for the seventh consecutive quarter in October 2021, while revenue at fellow flash company Winbond Electronics slipped 3.1% on month......»»
PPLSI Invests in Technology Leadership to Further Disrupt Legal and Privacy Management Sectors
ADA, Okla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–PPLSI, the parent company of LegalShield and IDShield, and a champion of equal access to justice and security, proudly announce the growth of its leadership team. Several new positions continue to drive toward t.....»»
Winbond posts profit hike in 3Q21
Specialty DRAM and flash chipmaker Winbond Electronics has reported net profits jumped over 10-folds on year to NT$4.48 billion (US$160.4 million) in the third quarter of 2021, with EPS coming to NT$1.13......»»
South Korea-based ENPlus invests US$100 million in Philippines" EV sector
South Korea-based ENPlus plans to invest PHP5 billion (US$98.86 million) in building manufacturing facilities for electric vehicles (EV) in the Philippines, according to the Philippines Economic Zone Authority (PEZA). ENPlus is an equipment manufactu.....»»
US Commerce Dept asks for TSMC company data; chipmaker concerned about confidentiality
In an attempt to better understand the global chip shortage, the US Commerce Department has asked for TSMC company data, along with that of other chipmakers around the world. The deadline set for this is November 8, and so far it appears Apple’.....»»
Xiaomi invests in AisinoChip, expands car ecosystem
Xiaomi, which declared its ambition in building cars earlier this year, has been aggressively investing in the automotive industry chain. The company recently invested in AisinoChip Electronics Technology, further expanding its ecosystem for vehicle-.....»»