GlobalWafers to finish merger with Siltronic in 2H21
Semiconductor silicon wafer maker GlobalWafers expects to complete the merger with Germany-based fellow maker Siltronic in second-half 2021, according to company chairperson and CEO Doris Hsu......»»
GlobalWafers to build silicon wafer fab in Texas
Taiwan-based global semiconductor silicon wafer maker GlobalWafers has announced plans to build a 300mm silicon wafer fab in Sherman, Texas, which is the first of its kind in the US over 20 years......»»
Are "Google Programmers" the New "Next-Next-Finish Programmers"?
Long-time Slashdot reader theodp writes: Back in 1998, Ellen Ullman wrote in Salon about The dumbing-down of programming: "My programming tools were full of wizards. Little dialog boxes waiting for me to click "Next" and "Next" and "Finish." Click a.....»»
Taiwan chipmakers face challenge of rising electricity costs, says GlobalWafers
The ever-increasing electricity costs in Taiwan are prompting local chipmakers to diversify their manufacturing bases and no longer view Taiwan as a first-choice option, according to Doris Hsu, chairperson for silicon wafer supplier GlobalWafers......»»
Volkswagen CEO questions Apple Car future as Polestar ships OTA CarPlay and promises next-gen adoption
Apple’s car ambitions range from replacing your infotainment system with the iPhone to someday selling self-driving electric vehicles. Not every auto exec is convinced Apple will ever cross the finish line to shipping its own car, however. Meanwhi.....»»
GlobalWafers to boost SiC wafer output in 2023
GlobalWafers expects to see "effective growth" of its silicon carbide (SiC) wafer output in 2023, according to company chairperson Doris Hsu......»»
GlobalWafers on track to expand silicon wafer capacity
Eyeing promising long-term demand, silicon wafer supplier GlobalWafers is on track to carry out its capacity expansion plans, according to company chairperson Doris Hsu......»»
A brief history of (unintentionally) unbeatable games
KOTOR II on Switch isn't the first game that players literally couldn't finish. Enlarge / A promised patch should soon allow KOTOR II players to beat the game on Switch. Last week, publisher Aspyr officially acknowledged the.....»»
Polestar SPAC merger poised to raise $850 million on Wall Street
The EV maker -- a Volvo subsidiary -- and the Gores Guggenheim SPAC expect to start trading on the Nasdaq in New York on Friday......»»
Twitter reportedly will give Musk the full “firehose” of user data he demanded
Report: Twitter to give Musk the firehose after he threatened to kill merger. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Photo by Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images) Twitter now plans to comply with Elon Musk's demand for user data that he.....»»
NASA"s Europa Clipper Mission completes main body of the spacecraft
The main body of NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft has been delivered to the agency's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California. Over the next two years there, engineers and technicians will finish assembling the craft by hand before testing it.....»»
Fortnite chapter 3 quest guide: Season 3, week 0 quests and how to complete them
The first week of Fortnite Chapter 3, Season 3: Vibin' is live, with a brand new set of challenges for you to complete. Here's how to finish all of them......»»
Elon Musk threatens to abandon Twitter acquisition over spam bot data
In a letter to Twitter, Elon Musk accuses Twitter of refusing to comply with their merger agreement and of refusing his spam and fake account data requests......»»
Elon Musk threatens to walk away from Twitter deal
Elon Musk issued his most direct threat yet to walk away from his purchase of Twitter on Monday, openly accusing the social media company of breaching the merger agreement by not providing the data he has requested on spam and fake accounts......»»
AUO, Innolux dismiss merger rumors
AU Optronics (AUO) and Innolux have dismissed rumors about a potential merger of the two display giants......»»
Apple In Talks To Buy EA Gaming; Disney and Amazon Also Potential Suitors
Video game publisher Electronic Arts (EA) is actively seeking a potential buyer or merger. Apple has reportedly been in talks with the company about buying EA out according to Puck. Disney and Amazon have also been in talks about purchasing the video.....»»
Jungle Disk acquires ElephantDrive to extend its suite of cloud backup offerings
Jungle Disk has announced its acquisition of ElephantDrive — a consumer solution for long-term cloud storage of photos, videos, and documents. The merger, which marks Jungle Disk’s first move into the consumer market, extends its suite of clo.....»»
Apple in talks to buy EA gaming, Disney and Amazon also potential suitors
Video game publisher Electronic Arts (EA) is actively seeking a potential buyer or merger. Apple has reportedly been in talks with the company about buying EA out according to Puck. Disney and Amazon have also been in talks about purchasing the vide.....»»
EA reportedly tried to sell itself to Apple
EA has reportedly been seeking out a merger and Apple was a potential suitor, a report about Comcast CEO Brian Roberts' attempt to merge NBC with the game publisher reveals.Apple has a long history of making acquisitions, partly to bolster its employ.....»»
EA reportedly talked to Apple about a potential merger
EA has reportedly been seeking out a merger and Apple was a potential suitor, a report about Comcast CEO Brian Roberts' attempt to merge NBC with the game publisher reveals.Apple has a long history of making acquisitions, partly to bolster its employ.....»»
Twitter deal leaves Elon Musk with no easy way out
Strength of $44B agreement comes into focus as Musk appears to have second thoughts. Enlarge (credit: Chris Delmas/Getty Images) Since the financial crisis, corporate lawyers have aspired to build the ultimate ironclad merger.....»»