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Monday 7 October 2024
Qualcomm accelerates 4G IoT technology acquisition plans as part of its diversification efforts
Qualcomm has completed a US$200 million acquisition of Sequans Communications' 4G IoT technology assets, marking a significant step in the company's diversification strategy. This...
Monday 7 October 2024
CG Power bolsters semiconductor design capabilities with US$36M Renesas RF unit acquisition
India-based CG Power and Industrial Solutions has acquired the RF component business of Japan-based Renesas for US$36 million, as both companies, along with Thailand-based Stars Microelectronics,...
Thursday 3 October 2024
China's largest OSAT provider JCET finalizes acquisition of WD's subsidiary in Shanghai
On September 30, 2024, JCET, a prominent leader in China's semiconductor packaging and testing industry, announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Changjiang Management Co., had...
Thursday 3 October 2024
LCD remains popular for mass-market applications, says AUO
Despite the growing popularity of OLED, AU Optronics (AUO) believes that LCD will continue to be the standard display technology for many mass-market device applications.
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Arm expresses interest in Intel's product division despite x86 rivalry
Reports suggest that in addition to Qualcomm, Arm has expressed interest in acquiring Intel's product division. However, public speculation indicates that due to the deep-rooted rivalry...
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Inventec eyes potential new opportunities following AMD's acquisition of ZT Systems
Inventec Chairman Li-Cheng Yeh has expressed optimism about AMD's acquisition of ZT, viewing it as an opportunity for Inventec to potentially engage directly with customers in the...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
TCL CSOT buys LGD Guangzhou site, strengthening China's TV panel dominance
LG Display (LGD) and TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (TCL CSOT) have signed an agreement for the latter to buy LGD's 8.5G LCD facility in Guangzhou for CNY10.8 billion (US$1.54...
Monday 30 September 2024
Intel's Smart Capital: lifeline or stranglehold on future growth?
Amid speculation surrounding a potential acquisition of Intel by Qualcomm, reports have surfaced indicating Apollo-managed funds, a key partner in Intel's "Smart Capital" initiative,...
Monday 30 September 2024
Intel's comeback in automotive: will its bet on smart cockpit pay off in dethroning Qualcomm?
Rumors have been swirling recently about Qualcomm's potential acquisition of Intel.
Friday 27 September 2024
HD Renewable Energy eyes global electricity market opportunities
Taiwan-based HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) is setting its sights on international electricity market opportunities and merger and acquisition (M&A) agreements, with progress expected...
Thursday 26 September 2024
Qualcomm's Intel takeover seen as unlikely; speculation on Qualcomm's intentions arises
Rumors about Qualcomm's attempt to take over Intel have been intensifying, despite various sources suggesting that "everything is still in the early stages." The market remains highly...
Thursday 26 September 2024
US election outcome to impact prices for Taiwan ODMs negotiating ZT plant purchase
ODMs without US manufacturing capabilities have initiated active procurement discussions following AMD's acquisition of ZT Systems, with the upcoming US presidential election potentially...
Wednesday 25 September 2024
Likelihood of Qualcomm acquiring Intel
On September 20, news of Qualcomm's intentions to acquire Intel sent a shock wave through Silicon Valley and Wall Street.
Tuesday 24 September 2024
Qualcomm's Intel takeover ambition: why Taiwan suppliers consider it a disaster
In response to speculation that Qualcomm is approaching Intel about a possible takeover, industry sources in Taiwan believe the merger would be disastrous since it undervalues Intel...
Monday 23 September 2024
Qualcomm's rumored Intel acquisition faces antitrust, financing, and other hurdles
As Intel strives to improve its financial performance, rumors of a potential acquisition by Qualcomm—likely a partial takeover—have surfaced. However, the success of such...