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Monday 19 August 2024
Intel Foundry's push for self-sufficiency could pave way for spin-off and rebranding
Is it time for Intel Foundry (IF) to be spun off as an independent entity? During the 2008-2009 financial crisis, AMD was forced to divest its wafer fabrication division, offloading...
Monday 19 August 2024
AMEC confident in lawsuit against US DoD
Backed by strong support from the Chinese government and the inconsistent actions of the US, Chinese semiconductor equipment manufacturer Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment (AMEC)...
Monday 19 August 2024
Japan faces financial resource issues following Kishida's resignation
Japanese prime minister Fumio Kishida is stepping down before the end of September 2024. Many policies from his administration require large budgets, including providing subsidies...
Monday 19 August 2024
Taiwan's new localization rules stun auto industry, MG brand hit hardest
A new set of regulations governing mandatory local supply chain cooperation value ratios, announced by Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) on July 30 and swiftly implemented...
Monday 19 August 2024
Spain pursues Taiwan partnerships to boost EUR12 billion semiconductor push
With over EUR1 billion earmarked for R&D under Spain's EUR12 billion "PERTE Chip" semiconductor initiative, the country is actively courting international partners like Taiwan...
Friday 16 August 2024
China's struggle to boost domestic chip use in EVs
Bloomberg previously reported that China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has instructed EV companies like BYD and Geely to increase the procurement of domestic...
Friday 16 August 2024
International firms eyes Vietnam semiconductor talent amid rising geopolitical tension
Vietnam has made talent development a top priority to support the country's growth semiconductor industry.
Thursday 15 August 2024
Tesla hits pause on Thai factory plans, focuses on charging stations; Malaysia and Indonesia left waiting
Tesla has reportedly paused its plans to build a factory in Thailand and will instead focus on establishing charging stations.
Wednesday 14 August 2024
Penang to host inaugural 2024 Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Summit with strong Chinese presence
Malaysia, after hosting SEMICON Southeast Asia in May, is set to hold the first Asia Pacific Semiconductor Summit and Expo (APSSE) from October 16 to 18, showcasing the country's...
Tuesday 13 August 2024
Taiwan's drone industry gains momentum, sparks annual expo debut in October
Taiwan's government is intensifying its efforts to develop the domestic drone industry, designating it as one of the five key pillars in the nation's trusted supply chain initiative...
Tuesday 13 August 2024
Intel faces mounting challenges under Gelsinger
Since taking the helm in February 2021, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has grappled with mounting losses at the company's foundry division. A critical challenge is establishing Intel Foundry...
Tuesday 13 August 2024
SK Hynix to face challenges for US fab despite subsidies
SK Hynix is anticipated to expedite the development of its high-bandwidth memory (HBM) manufacturing and R&D fab in Indiana, with government incentives under the US CHIPS and...
Monday 12 August 2024
TSMC leads as SMIC struggles with government dependency
The semiconductor foundry industry's first-half results and second-half outlook reveal a growing divide between the dominant players and those struggling to keep up. As expected,...
Monday 12 August 2024
Government support fuels Malaysia's new Infineon Kulim plant
Infineon inaugurated its new 8-inch SiC semiconductor plant in Kulim, Malaysia, on August 8.
Monday 12 August 2024
Thailand transforms into EV hub as Chinese manufacturers gain ground amid economic challenges
Thailand, a key automotive hub in Southeast Asia, is undergoing a significant shift towards electric vehicles (EVs). Driven by government incentives, many Chinese companies are entering...
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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