OSATs still uncertain about constructing facilities in US
Though TSMC is building advanced wafer fabs in the US, Taiwanese OSAT companies still have concerns about constructing facilities there to provide cutting-edge packaging services such as those for chiplets or mainstream flip-chip (FC) processes, acco.....»»
Microsoft: Chinese hackers hit key US bases on Guam
The malware hit facilities on Guam that would be critical to any US response to an invasion of Taiwan......»»
IC backend houses to deepen deployments in Southeast Asia
Taiwan-based OSATs such as ASE Technology, and IC test interface specialists including Chunghwa Precision Test Tech (CHPT) and WinWay Technology, have all expanded their operations in Southeast Asia to meet rising demand from the local IC industry, a.....»»
IC design houses see no demand momentum until 2024
Most IC design houses are generally uncertain about the prospects for the second half of 2023, as many end-market brand vendors and channel operators of consumer electronics products have expressed pessimism about demand in the second half......»»
With semiconductor recovery schedule unclear, Samsung rumored to delay investment in 4nm production
With the semiconductor demand recovery timing uncertain, iti s rumored that Samsung Electronics will adjust its schedule and postpone its investment to add a production line at its P3 factory in Pyeongtaek......»»
Samsung constructing a semiconductor-exclusive HPC center
Sources say Samsung Electronics is establishing a hyperscale data center for storage and analysis of the statistical data collected in semiconductor processes. Big data analysis and cencentration of the data would help future technology development,.....»»
Lacroix manufacturing facilities shut down following cyberattack
French electronics manufacturer Lacroix closed three factories as a result of a cyberattack they “intercepted” over the weekend, the company has announced on Monday. Lacroix designs and produces electronic equipment for the automotive, ho.....»»
Foxconn sets up new manufacturing facility in southern India
Foxconn will set up manufacturing facilities in Telangana, the third Indian state where Foxconn Group will churn out electronics products. The development comes amid a rising trend of global manufacturers moving into India for diversification......»»
MOSFET suppliers cautious about 2Q23
MOSFET suppliers continue to experience excess inventory throughout the PC and handset industry supply chains, and their near-term business prospects remain uncertain, according to industry sources......»»
Hyundai to invest US$2.45 billion to ramp up EV and battery manufacturing
Hyundai Motor signed an MoU with India's Tamil Nadu government to ramp up vehicle production and will set up battery manufacturing facilities as well as infrastructure to capitalize on the emerging EV market in India......»»
Waterfall Security Solutions and Atlantic Data Security improve protection for OT networks
Waterfall Security Solutions and Atlantic Data Security announced a partnership to protect data centers, building automation systems and critical infrastructure facilities. With attacks on OT networks becoming more powerful and pervasive, this new pa.....»»
Tesla breaks ground lithium refinery that can supply 1 million EVs by 2025
Tesla took a step forward to solidify its battery supplies. The EV maker broke ground on a lithium refinery project in Texas on May 8. The facilities will primarily process lithium hydroxide to support one million EVs annually by 2025, according to T.....»»
Foxconn purchased massive plots of land in India & Vietnam for new factories
Foxconn is expanding its production in India and Vietnam, with the Apple assembly partner acquiring large stretches of land in both countries.A Foxconn facilityAs a global supply chain partner, Foxconn has facilities in China and other manufacturing.....»»
VIA Labs uncertain about 2H23 demand prospects
VIA Labs, a subsidiary of VIA Technologies specializing in high-speed transmission chips, has expressed uncertainty regarding the demand outlook for the second half of this year......»»
Apple’s AI plans uncertain, as pioneers argue about the risks of the technology
There’s been much speculation about Apple AI plans, as the Cupertino company has so far kept a low profile while both Google and Microsoft dive into generative artificial intelligence in a big way. CEO Tim Cook didn’t shed much light when asked.....»»
Chinese panel makers struggle to close outdated LCD fabs
Although the global LCD panel industry still faces the issue of oversupply over the long term, Chinese panel makers, currently accounting for 60–70% of global LCD capacity, may find it challenging to divest part of their facilities to improve p.....»»
OSATs remain cautious about handset IC demand
OSATs remain cautious about handset IC demand despite the emergence of short lead-time orders, according to industry sources......»»
OSATs, IDMs diversify production bases
Semiconductor OSATs and IDMs are diversifying their manufacturing bases, with a growing focus on Southeast Asia, according to industry sources......»»
OSAT companies raise concern about India"s policy consistency
As the Indian government is trying to woo global semiconductor manufacturers to set up their facilities in India, global OSAT providers are reportedly worried about a consistent policy from the Indian government before investing in the South Asian co.....»»
LED chips vendors uncertain about demand recovery momentum for 2H23
LED chips suppliers in China and Taiwan have experienced slack shipment performances for more than one year, and it remains uncertain whether they can embrace a significant recovery momentum in the second half of 2023 after their sales hit the year's.....»»
OSATs see a delay in capacity demand from MediaTek
With unclear business outlook from Taiwan's mobile SoC vendor MediaTek, its backend partners including ASE Technology, Powertech Technology (PTI), Sigurd Microelectronics and King Yuan Electronics (KYEC) are all downbeat about their business prospect.....»»