In todayās rapidly changing geopolitical landscape, countries around the world are actively working towards establishing self-reliant semiconductor supply chains and strengthening their industrial resilience. Taiwan has emerged as a dominant force in semiconductor foundries, capturing a remarkable 65% market share in global foundry revenue, with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) alone commanding a significant 56%.…
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The German Cartel Office has approved the acquisition of stakes in TSMC’s new semiconductor facility in Dresden, Germany by Bosch, Infineon, and NXP. Each of these companies will secure a 10% ownership in the European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC), which is a venture established by TSMC. This approval was announced in a statement released by…
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Chinaās pursuit of semiconductor self-sufficiency has received a massive boost with a nearly $2 billion investment in Changxin Xinqiao, a promising memory chip company. Orchestrated through Chinaās state-backed chip investment fund, known as the āBig Fundā, this strategic move represents 33.15% of the companyās total registered capital, highlighting Chinaās commitment to strengthening its semiconductor industry.…
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Intel has announced plans to enhance its semiconductor technology facilities at the Gordon Moore Park campus in Hillsboro, Oregon. This move is a significant step towards regaining process technology leadership by 2050, aligning with Intel CEO Pat Gelsingerās vision for IDM 2.0. Under Gelsingerās leadership, Intel aims to launch five advanced nodes within four years,…
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The University of Vermont and GlobalFoundries have achieved an incredible milestone ā creating a specialized semiconductor lab made to educate students and further the advancement of technology. This union offers both performance benefits and learning opportunities for college students, with two vital faculties acting as its cornerstone: the Clean Room and the Device Characterization Lab.…
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The Dutch semiconductor equipment company ASML, recently faced a drop of about 1.5% in pre-market trading. Canon unveiled advanced machines capable of producing cutting-edge semiconductors, positioning them as simpler alternatives to ASMLās extreme lithography machines. Canonās FPA-1200NZ2C machines boast the ability to produce semiconductors using a 5-nanometer process, with potential for even smaller fabrication down…
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GlobalFoundries has received $35 million in federal funding from the U.S. government. This funding will accelerate the production of GFās gallium nitride (GaN) on silicon semiconductors in Vermont, taking us one step closer to large-scale production of GaN chips. GaN chips have the potential to transform 5G and 6G communications in various industries, including infrastructure,…
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Semiconductors play a pivotal role in driving the transition toward a green and more sustainable future. These tiny marvels of technology are not only powering our renewable energy systems but also revolutionizing industries like electric vehicles, logistics, and manufacturing. Renewable energy systems heavily rely on chips to convert and manage power. From solar panels to…
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At the 2023 EU Investment Forum in Taipei, Thomas Skordas, deputy chief of the European Commissionās Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content, and Technology, discussed the strategic objectives of the new European Chips Act. This aims to enhance Europeās semiconductor supply chain by developing its own manufacturing capacity, diversifying sources, and strengthening cooperation with like-minded partners…
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The University of Texas at Austin Cockrell School of Engineering. (Image source: The University of Texas) Two teams from the Cockrell School of Engineering at the University of Texas are making significant strides in semiconductor research thanks to their participation in the National Science Foundation (NSF) Future of Semiconductors (FuSe) program. This collaborative initiative, funded…
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