Edom to acquire fellow IC distributor Promaster
Edom Technology has announced plans to acquire fellow Taiwan-based IC distributor Promaster Technology, which sells mainly RF and 5G connectivity chips, through a share swap......»»
Sovereign wealth fund a way to acquire key technology? Taiwanese central bank says no
The Taiwanese government has announced its policy to promote Taiwan as a center for high-end manufacturing and advanced semiconductor processes in Asia. However, key materials, equipment, and technology are still dominated by foreign companies from J.....»»
Qualcomm to acquire Israeli auto-chip maker Autotalks
Qualcomm did not disclose the terms of the deal but said Autotalk's technology would be incorporated into its assisted and autonomous driving product, called Snapdragon Digital Chassis......»»
Qualcomm to acquire Autotalks
Qualcomm has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Autotalks, a fabless semiconductor company dedicated to vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions......»»
Tons Lightology to acquire StrongLED through share swap
LED lighting ODM Tons Lightology has announced plans to acquire fellow LED lighting solution provider StrongLED Lighting System through a share swap......»»
WT Micro expects sales recovery in 2H23
IC distributor WT Microelectronics expects its revenue to hit bottom for 2023 in the second quarter before growing sequentially in the third and fourth quarters......»»
How CEO political leanings affect their international deals
Conservative CEOs are four times more likely than their liberal counterparts to acquire international firms rather than forge new alliances when entering foreign markets, according to new research. The same study finds that these political biases can.....»»
Quantum lidar prototype acquires real-time 3D images while fully submerged underwater
For the first time, researchers have demonstrated a prototype lidar system that uses quantum detection technology to acquire 3D images while submerged underwater. The high sensitivity of this system could allow it to capture detailed information even.....»»
DistroKid – ‘the world’s largest distributor of independent music’ – launches on iPhone today
The DistroKid iPhone app has finally arrived with an official launch on iOS today. DistroKid – “the world’s largest distributor of independent music” – is taking its platform to mobile starting right now. Previously only available on the b.....»»
GlobalWafers to acquire Crystalwise
GlobalWafers has announced plans to acquire Crystalwise Technology through a share swap......»»
CEC-Panda in talks to sell its idle 6G LCD fab
China-based panel maker CEC-Panda LCD Technology is in talks seeking to sell its 6G LCD fab to fellow company Infovision Optoelectronics, according to industry sources......»»
Apple drops employment lawsuit against ex-chip architect
Apple has filed to drop its lawsuit against Nuvia co-founder Gerrard Williams III, one that accused the former chip architect of a breach of contract and poaching employees.Gerard Williams III (middle) with fellow Nuvia co-founders John Bruno (left).....»»
Chinese firms keen to acquire smaller Korean IC designers to sidestep US curbs
Chinese companies and funds reportedly have become keen to acquire or invest in small- and medium-size IC design houses in South Korea, or directly set up R&D branch offices there, seeking to use South Korea as a semiconductor transshipment base to s.....»»
Bosch to buy Calif. microchip maker TSI Semiconductors, invest $1.5B
Bosch plans to acquire a California microchip maker and invest around $1.5 billion in it to help meet growing demand for silicon carbide chips in electric vehicles......»»
Bosch to acquire US semiconductor foundry for SiC production expansion
Leading automotive supplier Bosch announced on April 26 that it is buying US-based TSI Semiconductors. The acquisition, prompted by rising demand for EVs, will boost Bosch's silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor production from 2026 onward......»»
NFL pressured to reveal why Sunday Ticket talks with Apple fell apart in class-action lawsuit
At one point, Apple was believed to be the front-runner in negotiations to gain the rights to NFL Sunday Ticket streaming. At some point, however, Apple backed out of negotiations, which paved the way for YouTube to acquire the rights starting this.....»»
Bosch to buy California microchip maker TSI Semiconductors, invest $1.5 billion
Bosch plans to acquire a California microchip maker and invest around $1.5 billion in it to help meet growing demand for silicon carbide chips in electric vehicles......»»
Metabolism is not the limiting factor in prokaryotic endosymbiosis, shows study
"One of the great mysteries of biology," says Eric Libby, former SFI Postdoctoral Fellow, now an associate professor at the Integrated Science Lab (IceLab), Umeå University in Sweden, "is eukaryogenesis, or how eukaryotes arose." Scientists consider.....»»
SEGA turns Angry Birds’ frown upside down as it’s set to acquire Rovio for $770 million
SEGA parent company SEGA SAMMY HOLDINGS has announced that it has arrived at a deal with Angry Birds developer Rovio to acquire the company for € 700 million ($770 million). The move comes as SEGA aims to “further strengthen its position in this.....»»
Sega is acquiring Angry Birds developer Rovio for $776 million
Sega is set to acquire Angry Birds studio Rovio for $776 million, strengthening its foothold in the mobile gaming space......»»
Huawei still embracing 1+8+N strategy with temporary focus adjustments, says distributor
Huawei remains committed to developing an all-connected ecosystem despite the US sanctions that have blocked its access to the 5G handset market, according to the Chinese tech firm's distributor in Taiwan, Xunweitech......»»