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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
Avnet to elevate Chinese chips onto global stage
With the rise of Chinese chip manufacturers in recent years, local customer development and technical support have become key factors in their globalization efforts. Hua Dong, president...
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,...
Friday 4 October 2024
HP eyes Taiwan R&D cuts, considers shift to Singapore amid changing supply chain strategy
Rumors have circulated in the PC market that Hewlett-Packard (HP) is adjusting its workforce in Taiwan, with plans to reduce staff in two phases starting in October.
Thursday 3 October 2024
Samsung slows foundry investments, moves key forums online amid cost concerns
Samsung Electronics is reportedly slowing down its investments following an aggressive wave of efforts bolstering its semiconductor foundry business, intended to accelerate the adoption...
Thursday 3 October 2024
Microsoft's custom chip sets new industry benchmark while deepening AI partnerships across sectors
As Microsoft transitions from a software giant to a cloud leader, with its cloud business now accounting for 40% of its revenue, a senior executive emphasized the company's expanding...
Thursday 3 October 2024
Foxconn unveils new EV models, eyes opportunities amid industry turbulence
Foxconn is set to host its fifth annual Hon Hai Tech Day on October 8-9, where it will showcase its latest electric vehicle (EV) developments. At a pre-event press conference on October...
Thursday 3 October 2024
Samsung reportedly shuts down equipment to cut losses amid foundry overcapacity crisis
Samsung Electronics is grappling with a foundry overcapacity crisis, despite its strategy of building capacity ahead of demand. According to reports from Chosun Biz and Bloomberg,...
Thursday 3 October 2024
LGD sells Guangzhou LCD plant for US$1.54 billion, shifts focus to OLED
LG Display (LGD) has sold its LCD plant in Guangzhou, China for approximately US$1.54 billion, a strategic move critical to the company's pivot towards OLED production. This sale,...
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...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
India-based L&T Semicon anticipates mass production of its first chip within two years
India-based IC design startup L&T Semiconductor Technologies revealed it's developing 15 products, which will be mass-produced in two years and will start the chipmaking business...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Intel's path to reinvention: can the once-dominant chipmaker regain its industry leadership?
Once the undisputed leader in the semiconductor industry, Intel is now facing a monumental struggle for survival. The company's fall from grace has been marked by missteps in strategy,...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Taiwan's CHEM targets US, Japan as global energy demand rises
Chung-Hsin Electric and Machinery Manufacturing (CHEM) is witnessing substantial growth driven by aggressive capacity expansion, having acquired multiple factories to boost production...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Asus president Jonathan Tsang to retire in November; Ted Hsu named successor
Asus Group president Jonathan Tsang has announced his retirement, effective November 2024, with Asus vice chairman Ted Hsu set to succeed him. On 27 September, Asus employees held...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Taiwan automotive suppliers maintain optimism for 4Q24
With stable sales of gasoline and hybrid vehicles throughout the year, the impact of slowing electric vehicle growth has been mitigated. Most automotive component suppliers maintain...
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Samsung expands mobile phone production beyond Asian countries, says DIGITIMES Research
SLMs to increase presence in GenAI business opportunities, says DIGITIMES Research
Generative AI market to reach US$1.5 trillion by 2030 with Taiwan holds hardware advantage; software and services to see promising future, says DIGITIMES Research