Chipmakers gearing up for DDR5 output ramp-up
Samsung Electronics and other major DRAM chip vendors are looking to scale up substantially their output for DDR5 memory next year, according to sources at memory module makers......»»
Samsung develops 12nm DDR5 DRAM
Samsung Electronics has announced the development of its 16-gigabit (Gb) DDR5 DRAM built using 12nm-class process technology, as well as the completion of product evaluation for compatibility with AMD......»»
How to watch two U.S. astronauts on a spacewalk on Wednesday
NASA astronauts Josh Cassada and Frank Rubio are gearing up for their third spacewalk at the International Space Station. Here's how to watch it......»»
Automotive chip shortages to continue throughout 2023, industry says
Chipmakers are adding more capacity but are effectively sold out until 2024. Enlarge / Some analysts have estimated that the chip shortage has caused new car prices to rise by 16 percent in two years. (credit: golibtolibov/getty.....»»
US fabless chipmakers outperform Asian peers as consumer IT market weakens
In a recent ranking of global top ten IC design houses, one can see that semiconductor sectoral performances vary greatly, even though the industry in general is going through a downturn,.....»»
China to step up support for local chipmakers
China remains ambitious to be self-sufficient for ICs despite the US' export controls against more Chinese chipmakers, including NAND flash memory maker Yangtze Memory Technology (YMTC) and AI chip developer Cambricon Technologies, according to sourc.....»»
Ericsson to ramp up 5G gear manufacturing in India
As the Indian government is promoting locally-made telecom and communication devices and equipment, Ericsson said it would ramp up manufacturing in India and build a technology center to reduce time-to-market......»»
Make sure your company is prepared for the holiday hacking season
We’re coming to that time of the year when employees are excited about the holidays and taking time off to be with their loved ones. But while employees are preparing for some rest and relaxation, hackers are gearing up for their busy season. In fa.....»»
Canada mine to start lithium output in first half of 2023
A Quebec lithium mine poised to become the only Canadian site actively producing the key battery metal has received the final government permit required to start up operations, according to the developer......»»
Renesas to restart Beijing chip factory hampered by COVID outbreak
Renesas, the world's top maker of automobile chips, said Monday it was making up for lost output with existing stock and did not expect much of an impact from the brief stoppage......»»
Mercedes-Benz to ramp up production of EV components in Germany and China
Mercedes-Benz revealed more details on Dec 14 of its "100% electric" plan. The plan includes production ramp of electric drivetrain and EV battery in Europe, mainly Germany, and China, starting from 2024......»»
How to watch two U.S. astronauts on a spacewalk on Monday
NASA astronauts Josh Cassada and Frank Rubio are gearing up for their third spacewalk at the International Space Station. Here's how to watch it......»»
US-China chip war: How the technology dispute is playing out
Washington announced some of the broadest export controls on chipmakers in October......»»
IC test and verification labs see 3nm chip demand ramp up in 2024
IC test and verification labs are gearing up for a ramp-up in 3nm chip output in 2024, according to industry sources......»»
Tesla searches for water to expand German factory output to 1M
Tesla wants to double the capacity of its plant near Berlin to over a million cars a year, pending approval from local authorities......»»
China chipmakers likely to initiate price cuts in 2023
China's government reportedly plans to provide handsome subsidies to local chipmakers, which will allow them to cut their chip prices in 2023 to win more orders at the expense of rival Taiwan-based IC providers, according to industry sources......»»
Chipmakers brace for weak 1H23
Foundries and IC design houses, particularly tier-2 players, are bracing for a weak first half of 2023 and may face a new wave of reshuffling that will challenge the industry, according to industry sources......»»
Ford adds third shift at Michigan plant as it boosts output of EV pickup
Ford previously said it was targeting annual production of 150,000 Lightning electric pickups by the fall of 2023......»»
Taiwan OSATs quietly ramp up support for Chinese customers
Taiwan-based OSATs with manufacturing sites in China, such as King Yuan Electronics (KYEC) and ASE Group, have quietly ramped up their capacity supports for China-based clients including HiSilicon, Oppo, and Unisoc, according to industry sources......»»
Sanan raises CNY7.9 billion for capacity ramps
Sanan Optoelectronics, the largest China-based LED epitaxial wafer and chip maker, has raised a total of CNY7.9 billion (US$1.13 billion) and will utilize the proceeds to accelerate its miniLED and microLED chip output ramp-up......»»
Rental EVs likely to be entry point for future customers
Car rental companies' overall commitment to EVs may generate demand for automakers as they ramp up EV manufacturing, according to Gregory Scott of the American Car Rental Association......»»