What does it take to sustain the "semiconductor renaissance"?
With 2021 behind us, the world is expected to see some alleviation in chip crunch at least in the second half of 2022. While dozens of new fabs that start production in the next few years may result in a rebalancing of demands and supplies, many are.....»»
Silicon Island Chronicles interview series: SAS chairperson says global localization has become the trend
SAS is a veteran in the semiconductor sector, as it was the eighth company to enter and be established in the Hsinchu Science Park. In 2011, its semiconductor department broke off to form GlobalWafers. In an interview for the "Silicon Island Chronicl.....»»
VIS expects 17% revenue growth in 2Q23
Specialty IC foundry Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) expects to post a revenue increase of approximately 17% sequentially in the second quarter of 2023, with gross margin and operating margin remaining roughly unchanged on quarter......»»
Light amplification by stimulated emission from electrically driven colloidal quantum dots finally achieved
In a result decades in the making, Los Alamos scientists have achieved light amplification with electrically driven devices based on solution-cast semiconductor nanocrystals—tiny specs of semiconductor matter made via chemical synthesis and often c.....»»
China still a "huge market" for US chip companies despite risks
American semiconductor companies want access to the China market despite US government national security concerns and need clear rules from the Biden administration, according to a major industry group......»»
Supply chains keep awaiting turnaround opportunity amid headwinds
For the entire semiconductor and electronics supply chain, 2023 will be a difficult year with slim growth prospect, and suppliers can only keep waiting for a turnaround opportunity while managing to tide over market headwinds, which has gradually bec.....»»
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......»»
China CE IC suppliers experience sluggish sales in 1Q23
Most China-based consumer electronics IC suppliers, including Will Semiconductor (WillSemi), Maxscend Technologies, and SG Micro, experienced disappointing sales in the first quarter of 2023 due mainly to persistent de-stocking pressure in the relate.....»»
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.....»»
Buried medical waste found in Renaissance-era landfill on site of ancient Roman forum
A team of archaeologists affiliated with several institutions in Denmark and Italy has found buried medical waste in a Renaissance-era landfill that was once the site of Caesar's Forum in Rome. In their paper published in the journal Antiquity, the g.....»»
Global semiconductor sales decrease in 1Q23
Worldwide sales of semiconductors for the first quarter of 2023 totaled US$119.5 billion, down 8.7% sequentially and 21.3% on year, according to the latest Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) statistics......»»
Holtek stays cautious
MCU specialist Holtek Semiconductor is maintaining its cautious stance, citing the continued lack of clarity on market conditions......»»
India roundup: Taiwan-based Wistron reportedly to withdraw from India
As Apple suppliers expand investments in India, Wistron is reportedly winding down its operations there. Micron is also reportedly applying for India's semiconductor fab incentive scheme......»»
Chinese semiconductor investment continues to cool down, says market research firm
China's semiconductor investment landscape continues to cool down, returning to a normality where investors have become more discreet and valuation is more driven by rationality, according to China-based market research firm JW Insights......»»
Strange Material Breaks a Classic Rule of Physics
An unusual semiconductor is making physicists rethink the science of extreme conditions.....»»
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.....»»
Malaysia needs at least one medium-size wafer foundry fab, says MSIA president
Malaysia should strive to attract investors to set up at least one medium-size wafer foundry fab to build a complete semiconductor manufacturing supply chain in the country, not just as an IC packaging base in Southeast Asia for international semicon.....»»
Wired EarPods are here to stay as Apple preps new version with USB-C
Apple’s iconic wired EarPods have had a bit of a renaissance over the last two years as some turn to the simplicity of wired headphones compared to AirPods. With the iPhone 15 expected to switch to USB-C this year, Apple is reportedly prepping an.....»»
Samsung posts record loss in memory business
Due to the memory downturn that persisted for multiple quarters, Samsung Electronics posted a loss in its semiconductor segment but expects a recovery from the second half of 2023......»»
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......»»
Nio invests China-based SiC startup Qingchun Semiconductor
As battery electric vehicles (BEV) are moving from 400V to 800V architecture, China-based new energy vehicle (NEV) brand Nio invested in China-based SiC startup Qingchun Semiconductor, looking to capitalize on the rising demand for SiC in application.....»»