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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Netherlands Stops Advanced Semiconductor Exports to China
Netherlands. Image source: Pixabay The semiconductor industry industry is undergoing changes as the Netherlands imposes restrictions, on ASML, a player in the field. ASML is known for its lithography systems that are crucial in producing cutting-edge microchips. However, they are now prohibited from exported from exporting their state of the art technology to China. ASMLs…
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White House Council Unveils Supply Chain Resilience Center
During their meeting the White House Concil, on Supply Chain Resilience introducted an established government organization called the Supply Chain Resilience Center (RSCRC). President Biden and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced that the SCRC will collaborate with sector entities to enhance the security of our supply chains. The main objectives of the…
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Threats to the Electronics Supply Chain in the Future
The electronics industry plays a role in our society, powering various devices from smartphones to homes. However, the smooth operation of the electronics supply chain faces threats that currently exist or could emerge in the coming years. Global Semiconductor Shortage One of the challenges that currently pose a threat to the electronics supply chain is…
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Microchip USA Announces Silver Sponsorship at SEMICON Europa 2023
TAMPA, FL – November 3, 2023 – Microchip USA, a leading distributor component independent distributor, is excited to announce its participation as a silver sponsor at SEMICON Europa 2023, one of the most prominent events in the semiconductor industry. The event will be held from November 14th to 17th in Munich, Germany. SEMICON Europa is a globally…
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Cockrell School of Engineering Teams Join NSF FuSe Program to Shape the Future
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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TSMC to Produce Advanced Semiconductors in Japan
TSMC building. (Image source: REUTERS/Ann Wang) In a move that is set to strengthen its position in the global semiconductor market, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has announced plans to begin producing 6-nanometer advanced semiconductors in its second Japan plant. This expansion is expected to take place in Kumamoto by the year 2027. To support…
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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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The US-Costa Rica Partnership in Global Semiconductors
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, semiconductors play an indispensable role as the backbone of the global economy, powering essential devices ranging from vehicles to medical equipment and beyond. Recognizing the critical importance of these tiny yet mighty components, the United States and Costa Rica have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership. Driven by the International…
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President Joe Biden’s $39B semiconductor project has now started
President Joe Biden’s $39B semiconductor project has now started On February 28, 2023 the Biden administration launched a massive effort to outcompete China in semiconductor manufacturing, offering $39 billion in funding incentives for companies seeking to build manufacturing plants in the United States. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo stated, “When we have finished implementing CHIPS for America,…
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Japan and Netherlands Join U.S. Against Chinese Tech
Japan and the Netherlands recently joined forces with the United States in putting a ban on the use of technology produced by Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), a Chinese satellite company, in products manufactured in their countries. This move came after growing suspicions about SMIC’s relationship with China’s armed forces and information services. The ban…
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Are Semiconductors the New Oil?
Semiconductors, the tiny electronic components that power our devices, have become increasingly important in the modern world. In many ways, they can be considered the “new oil” of the global economy. Just as oil has been a vital resource for powering transportation and industry, semiconductors are essential for powering the technology that drives our economy.…
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