Texas Instruments CHIPS Act Funding: A Closer Look at the Investment in U.S. Tech
The U.S. Department of Commerce has proposed up to $1.6 billion in direct funding for Texas Instruments (TI) under the CHIPS and Science Act. In addition to direct funding, TI anticipates receiving an estimated $6 billion to $8 billion from the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Investment Tax Credit for qualified U.S. manufacturing investments. A non-binding…
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Infineon MOSFETs Comprehensive Guide
Infineon Technologies is a German semiconductor company founded in 1999 that designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of semiconductor products and solutions. With locations in Europe, Asia, and the US, Infineon is among the world’s top ten semiconductor companies. Infineon is the global leader in power semiconductors and green industrial power (GIP), with the…
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Typhoon Gaemi: Unseen Supply Chain Disruptions
Typhoon Gaemi hit the coastline of Taiwan and China’s on July 25th with wind gusts up to 141 mph. Gaemi was one of the strongest typhoons to hit Taiwan in the past eight years, with rough seas, power outages and severe flooding, causing significant supply chain disruptions. The storm made landfall over Fujian Province on…
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OpenAI Exploring Making an AI Chip
OpenAI established itself as a leader in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry through the groundbreaking development of ChatGPT. Now, they are discussing with chip designers, including Broadcom about developing a new artificial intelligence chip. This strategic move aims to boost OpenAI’s technological infrastructure, reduce dependency on current market leaders, and drive innovation in the AI…
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Efinix FPGA Topaz Line: The Game-Changer You’ve Been Waiting For
In our ever-evolving technological world, the demand for high-performance, low-power electronic components has never been higher. As companies strive to stay ahead of the curve, selecting the right FPGA chip becomes crucial. The Efinix FPGA Topaz line has emerged as a revolutionary line of field programmable gate arrays, promising to offer a cost-effective blend of…
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Intel Receives Up to $8.5 Billion in CHIPS Act Grants, Plus Billions in Available Loans
Intel has received funding of up to $8.5 billion from the CHIPS Act as part of the Biden administration’s push to strengthen semiconductor production in the United States. The funding supplements an $11 billion loan from the CHIPS and Science Act, which was approved in 2022. President Joe Biden announced these grants in Arizona, emphasizing…
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TSMC secures $6.6 billion US subsidy for Arizona chip manufacturing
The U.S. Commerce Department announced on April 9, 2024, that it will grant a $6.6 billion subsidy to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) U.S. unit for semiconductor production in Phoenix, Arizona. Additionally, TSMC may receive government loans of up to $5 billion at low-interest rates. This subsidy is part of TSMC’s investment plans in the…
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Navigating Semiconductors Being Backordered? How Microchip USA Can Help
This back-order crisis has impacted across the board, from automotive to consumer electronics. This unprecedented scarcity has been exacerbated by factors, including increased demand for electronics spurred by remote work and online schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as supply chain disruptions. Understanding Why They Are Backordered This is primarily due to a surge…
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Paving the Way for a Green Future with Semiconductor Chips
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. Powering Renewable Energy Systems Renewable energy systems heavily rely on chips to convert and manage power.…
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Analog Devices $1 Billion Investment in Oregon Facility Expansion
Analog Devices logo. (Image source: Wiki Images) Analog Devices is celebrating a momentous achievement with a colossal investment of over $1 billion in expanding its cutting-edge semiconductor wafer fab located in Beaverton, Oregon. The Beaverton site, established back in 1978, proudly stands as ADI’s largest wafer fabrication consumer and healthcare. As part of this significant…
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Boosting Tech: Germany €20 Billion Investment in Semiconductors
The Reichstag building in Berlin on the site of the German parliament. (Image source: Wiki Images) Germany’s government has established a €20 billion fund with the purpose of boosting the country’s semiconductor industry. The fund is scheduled to be distributed by 2027 and aims to solidify Germany’s technology sector while ensuring a stable supply of…
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Altera’s MAX 10 FPGA
Introduction to MAX10 FPGA The MAX10 FPGA is a high-performance, low-cost FPGA developed by Altera (now part of Intel). Built on the Arria 10 architecture, it combines performance and affordability, making it a popular choice for a wide range of applications. With features such as a scalable logic array, embedded memory blocks, DSP blocks, and…
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