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......»»
Amazon Studios and MGM’s merger has been completed
James Bond, Fargo, and numerous other franchises are now under Amazon's control, following the completion of its merger with the MGM movie studio......»»
Amazon completes MGM merger, will add studio’s films and TV to Prime Video
European Commission approved $8.5B deal, and the FTC hasn't challenged it in court. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Steve Jurvetson) Amazon announced on Thursday that it has completed its acquisition of MGM, saying the icon.....»»
HBO Max and Discovery+ will merge into a single app
Once the Warner Bros.-Discovery merger has been completed, their two popular streaming apps, HBO Max and Discovery+, will eventually be merged as well......»»
Black hole “billiards” may explain strange aspects of 2019 black hole merger
Simulations consistent with large masses, eccentric orbits, tilted spin axes of GW190521. Enlarge / Illustration of a swarm of smaller black holes in a gas disk rotating around a giant black hole. (credit: J. Samsing/Neils Bohr Institu.....»»
Report: SEC investigating Activision Blizzard investors for insider trading
Fresh investor lawsuit also alleges conflicts of interest in merger decision. Enlarge (credit: Rafael Henrique/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) The Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating three investors f.....»»
The unfolding story of a kilonova told in X-rays
Astronomers may have detected a "sonic boom" from a powerful blast known as a kilonova. This event was seen in GW170817, a merger of two neutron stars and the first object detected in both gravitational waves and electromagnetic radiation, or light......»»
Mysterious X-rays could be kilonova “afterglow” from 2017 neutron star merger
This would mean the two stars "spun down" for a second before collapsing into black hole Enlarge / Artist's representation of the merger of two neutron stars to form a black hole (hidden within bright bulge at center of image). The mer.....»»
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8 shows why Android 12L isn’t enough
With Google's Android 12L racing to the finish line, Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 reminds us the real issue with Android tablets isn't the interface......»»
Astronomers spot two black holes colliding in epic merger
Astronomers have spotted a pair of black holes which are heading for an epic collision......»»
Pixel 7 Pro leaked renders suggest more of the same from Google
Google bid farewell to its safe but bland phone design with the launch of its Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. Although not as sleek-looking as other rivals in the Android/iOS space, the square design and dual-tone finish became instantly recognizable and unique t.....»»
New ice-inspired Casio G-Shock watches put a cool spin on a classic design
The GMA-S110GS and GMA-S120GS feature frosty colors and a translucent metallic finish......»»
Samsung’s AirDresser is the Presidents Day deal you didn’t know you needed
There’s a secret to keeping your clothes always looking fresh, and Samsung’s Presidents Day deal on its Bespoke AirDresser Clothing Care System with Steam Refresh in mirror finish lets everyone know how it’s done. You may not have k.....»»
Image: Hubble captures swirling galactic trio
The mass of dust and bright swirls of stars in this image are the distant galaxy merger IC 2431, which lies 681 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Cancer......»»
AMD wraps up world"s largest semiconductor merger
AMD completes deal for Xilinix to boost global chip reach......»»
UN to finalize science report on how warming hits home hard
Scientists and governments will meet Monday to finish a major United Nations report on how global warming disrupts people's lives, their natural environment and the Earth itself. Don't expect a flowery valentine to the planet: instead an activist gro.....»»
Unrelenting chip demand fuels GlobalWafers and Toshiba capacity expansions
GlobalWafers recently announced it would expand its manufacturing capacity between 2022 and 2024 in a project with capital expenditures totaling NT$100 trillion (approximately $3.6 billion). The company thought it a prudent move after it failed a pla.....»»
Highlights of the day: GlobalWafers unveils expansion plan
GlobalWafers has unveiled a US$3.6 billion capacity expansion plan after its proposed acquisition of Siltronic fell through. MediaTek has also completed a three-year growth plan, looking to achieve significant sales increases in nultiple product line.....»»
GlobalWafers earmarks US$3.6 billion for capacity expansion after Siltronic deal annulled
Taiwan-based GlobalWafers (GWS) announced on February 6 that the proceeds originally intended for the Siltronic acquisition are now earmarked for capital and operating expenses, focusing on strengthening its growth by building new production lines, w.....»»
Sony Is Prepared To Dedicate $1.2 Billion From The Bungie Deal Towards Incentives For Bungie Devs To Stick Around
Sony is serious about making sure Bungie employees stick around after the merger, as they are prepared to dedicate $1.2 billion on employee incentives. The post Sony Is Prepared To Dedicate $1.2 Billion From The Bungie Deal Towards Incentives For Bu.....»»
NordVPN and Surfshark Are Merging, Continuing VPN Consolidation Trend
An anonymous reader quotes a report from CNET: NordVPN and Surfshark have finalized a merger agreement between the two VPN providers, the companies announced Wednesday. Though the specifics of the transaction aren't being released, the finalized merg.....»»