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Wednesday 24 July 2024
Uncertainty arises over 3Q24 consumer chip replenishment momentum
Although initial demand for HPC and AI smartphone chips is expected to remain strong as the traditional peak season approaches, recent observations indicate potentially lower-than-expected...
Wednesday 24 July 2024
Outlook for Taiwan export orders optimistic
The prime season for the stocking of new products is rapidly approaching, and the outlook for Taiwan's export orders is optimistic, market sources believe.
Wednesday 24 July 2024
India reduces import taxes for smartphones, benefiting Apple
In the latest budget, India reduced import taxes for smartphones and components, as well as 25 critical metals to develop local manufacturing ecosystems. India also increased import...
Wednesday 24 July 2024
TSMC sees spike in SHR orders from China
TSMC has witnessed an increase in orders from Chinese customers seeking super hot runs (SHR), for which they are willing to pay a 40% premium, according to industry sources.
Tuesday 23 July 2024
ASML looks to expand staff in Japan thanks to rising local EUV demand
As Japan prepares to import its first-ever EUV lithography systems, ASML, the sole technology provider, plans to boost its local workforce significantly.
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Biden bows out: Kamala Harris takes lead as AI regulations and semiconductor debates heat up
On July 21, US President Joe Biden officially announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race amid growing pressure from within the Democratic Party. Biden stated...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
IC industry hopes for turnaround in 2H24 amid new AI PC solutions
When will AI PC dividends start to pay off for the chip industry? This question has been closely followed by many in the industry during the first half of 2024. The launch of Copilot+PC,...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Apple's rumored foldable iPhone yields mixed news for Samsung
Recent rumors suggest that Apple is conducting research and development for its first "foldable iPhone," with a potential release targeted for 2026. Industry sources believe that...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Experts call for more support from South Korean government to fend off OLED panel competition from China
Although still leading in OLED panel production globally, South Korea now faces a fierce challenge from China's rapidly advancing display panel industry and this shift has sent shockwaves...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
TSMC outpaces Samsung in HPC revenue growth for 2Q24
TSMC's high-performance computing (HPC) revenue share continued to rise in Q2 2024, boosting overall performance. Although Samsung Electronics aims to increase its HPC sales proportion,...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Mobile SoC suppliers expect limited growth in smartphone market in 2024
The buzz around AI smartphones is palpable, but their widespread adoption and impact on upgrade demand are expected to become more significant in approximately two years.
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Chinese NAND flash maker YMTC sues Micron in US over alleged patent infringement
Yangtze Memory Technologies (YMTC) has filed a lawsuit against Micron Technology in the US, accusing the American memory vendor of infringing its 3D NAND patents in a range of prod...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
iPhone production surge signals growing role in global supply chain, citing India 2024 economic survey
A day before India unveils its Union Budget for the current fiscal year, the country is seeing increasing value addition in the global supply chain, exemplified by the rising iPhone...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Biden's exit sparks energy policy shift as Trump eyes White House return
Joe Biden, President of the United States, has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election, creating shockwaves in the current political landscape and significantly...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
Nvidia reportedly developing China-compliant AI chip, partnering with Inspur
Nvidia is reportedly developing a flagship AI chip specifically for the Chinese market to comply with US restrictions on the export of advanced semiconductors. According to sources,...