Taiwan continuously expands semiconductor clustering momentum
Taiwan is continuing to expand its semiconductor clustering scale by developing more dedicated science parks, defying doubts about whether the US Chips & Science Act – aimed at encouraging companies to reshore their manufacturing operations &nd.....»»
Scientists develop biofortified rice to combat nutrient deficiencies
A team from UNIGE, together with ETH Zurich and NCHU in Taiwan, has developed a rice line that has enhanced vitamin B1 content......»»
A compact metasurface array-based system for single-shot spectroscopic ellipsometry measurement
Spectroscopic ellipsometry is widely adopted in semiconductor processing, such as in the manufacturing of integrated circuits, flat display panels, and solar cells. However, a conventional spectroscopic ellipsometer, as shown in Fig.1a, typically mod.....»»
China Is Using AI to Sow Disinformation and Stoke Discord Across Asia and the U.S., Microsoft Reports
A new report by Microsoft Threat Intelligence outlines how China’s influence operations have ramped up their use of artificial intelligence. Faking a political endorsement in Taiwan ahead of its crucial January election, sharing m.....»»
Biden Administration Announces $6.6 Billion for Made in America Microchips
The funds for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. mean the company can expand plans for two facilities in Phoenix and add a third. WILMINGTON, Del. — The Biden administration pledged on Monday to provide up to $6.6 billio.....»»
Google Photos AI image-editing tools expands to iPhone on May 15
Google is going to provide all users of Google Photos access to its AI-powered editing tools on the iPhone, and without requiring a subscription for most users.Google Photos toolsGoogle's smartphones like the Pixel have benefited from intelligent AI-.....»»
Sennheiser Momentum Sport earbuds take your temperature the easy way
The Sennheiser Momentum Sport squeezed a thermometer in the earbuds. The real question is whether you actually need that sort of stat in your daily workout......»»
iOS 17.5 expands Puzzles collection with leaderboards and new ‘Quartiles’ word game
Following the addition of crosswords in iOS 17, Apple News+ is expanding its catalog of games as part of iOS 17.5. Starting with iOS 17.5, there is a new game called “Quartiles” available in the News app, which prompts players to select from a gr.....»»
Sennheiser begins shipping its new Momentum Sport earbuds with heart rate tracking
Sennheiser is finally shipping its . These new and even more unique true wireless earbuds were first revealed at CES 2024 back in January, and now just in time for spring, are actually available for purchase for $329.95 at both and B&H. more….....»»
Research unveils biochemical defenses against chemical warfare
In the clandestine world of biochemical warfare, researchers are continuously seeking innovative strategies to counteract lethal agents. Researchers led by Jin Kim Montclare, Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, have.....»»
Apple chip maker TSMC wins $6.6 billion US subsidy
The US Commerce Department is awarding iPhone processor manufacturer TSMC $6.6 billion and providing low-cost loans, for a third fabrication plant in Arizona.TSMC's headquarters in Hsinchu, TaiwanTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) is the ma.....»»
Apple chip production largely back on track thanks to advanced building designs
Apple chip production is largely back on track following the major earthquake in Taiwan, thanks in part due to “world-class seismic mitigation measures” in TSMC’s plants. Some plants were temporarily evacuated to ensure the safety of employe.....»»
How Taiwan managed to keep its death toll so low during the 7.4-magnitude earthquake
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake has rocked the east coast of Taiwan—the largest the island nation has seen in more than 25 years......»»
TSMC swiftly recovers chip production one day after Taiwan earthquake
Following Taiwan's earthquake, Apple chip partner TSMC has started up its production lines in the territory, minimizing the downtime for this aspect of Apple's supply chain.TSMC signOn Wednesday, Taiwan suffered a 7.2-magnitude earthquake that killed.....»»
Surface emitting semiconductor laser achieves efficiency breakthrough
Since its inception, the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of edge-emitting laser (EEL) technology has been continuously breaking records, achieving a historically high efficiency of 85% at -50°C in 2006. Following this, in 2007, EEL also reached a.....»»
Ford delays EV pickup, utilities as it expands hybrid options
The automaker said it is delaying the start of production at its under-construction Blue Oval City plant in Tennessee from late 2025 to 2026. It is also postponing production of three-row EV utilities at a facility in Canada from 2025 to 2027......»»
Why auto supply chains have shown resiliency after the Baltimore bridge collapse, port blockage
So far, there is no indication the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore will have an impact on automotive supply chains on the level of COVID or the semiconductor shortage......»»
Beyond TSMC, Apple"s supply chain will be disrupted by the Taiwan earthquake
The Taiwan earthquake will cause issues for a number of Apple suppliers beyond TSMC, but the supply chain's impact probably won't be severe long-term, thanks to globalization. Here are some of Apple's suppliers that the company will need to keep an e.....»»
TSMC “still assessing” chipmaking facilities after 7.4-magnitude quake hits Taiwan
TSMC makes most high-end chips for Apple, Nvidia, AMD, and others. Enlarge / TSMC's headquarters, seen here, are in Hsinchu, Taiwan. (credit: Sam Yeh via Getty Images) Chipmaking operations at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufa.....»»
TSMC plants evacuated as major earthquake in Taiwan kills at least four
The biggest earthquake to hit Taiwan in 25 years has killed at least four people, with TSMC plants evacuated as a safety precaution. Apple’s chipmaker is still assessing the impact on production; even the slightest vibration can result in entire.....»»
Taiwan Earthquake Forces TSMC to Temporary Halt Operations
Other local chip manufacturers including United Microelectronics Corp. have likewise put a hold on operations. The post Taiwan Earthquake Forces TSMC to Temporary Halt Operations appeared first on Phandroid. Following a devastating 7.4-mag.....»»