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Monday 4 November 2024
US invests US$825 million in EUV facility to boost chip development
The US government has designated the Albany NanoTech Complex in New York as the site for the first flagship research and development facility under the CHIPS for America program,...
Monday 14 October 2024
Renesas sets ambitions expansion target in India
Renesas India aims to double its workforce by 2025, aligning with India's self-reliance goals in electronics. The company plans to generate over 10% of its revenue from India by 2030,...
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.
Friday 4 October 2024
Micron expands hiring in Taiwan, Japan amidst HBM production demand
In anticipation of favorable market conditions, Micron Technology will implement extensive talent recruitment initiatives in Taiwan and Japan, according to the US memory chip vendo...
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Fire causes indefinite halt to iPhone production at Tata's plant, overshadowing workforce expansion plans
A fire broke out at Tata Electronics' iPhone manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, leading to an indefinite halt in operations just a day after the company announced plans to double...
Friday 27 September 2024
From exodus to scarcity: Fast-tracking talent growth initiatives in Japan's semiconductor industry
Japan's semiconductor industry is experiencing a significant talent shortage, with demand from chip and equipment manufacturers increasing 14-fold compared to a decade ago. Key factors...
Tuesday 24 September 2024
Vietnam unveils semiconductor policy for 2050
Vietnam has unveiled its semiconductor roadmap for 2025-2050, aiming to establish three fabs, 20 integrated circuit (IC) backend houses, and 300 IC design houses as part of its goal...
Thursday 12 September 2024
Samsung reportedly plans major global job cuts; Chinese and Indian operations among first affected
Samsung is reportedly planning significant global job cuts, with its Indian operations expected to be among the first affected. The company is grappling with challenges in its semiconductor...
Thursday 12 September 2024
Modi highlights silicon diplomacy in India's bid to become a global semiconductor powerhouse
India is hosting SEMICON India 2024 from September 11-13. During the event, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to becoming a semiconductor powerhouse...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Panram International to lay off nearly 50% of workforce after major customer ends outsourcing agreement
Panram International, a Taiwan-based memory module contract manufacturer, announced plans to lay off about 250 employees, nearly half of its total workforce, from its contract manufacturing...
Tuesday 10 September 2024
PCB maker APCB rumored to close Taiwan plant; some production speculated to shift to Kunshan
PCB manufacturer APCB is reportedly shutting down its Taiwan plant before December.
Tuesday 10 September 2024
US deepens semiconductor partnership with India ahead of SEMICON India 2024
Two days before SEMICON India 2024, the US Department of State said that the US and India will explore opportunities, grow, and diversify the global semiconductor supply chain.
Friday 6 September 2024
Xiangdixian slashes workforce, retains only critical roles
Recent reports suggest that Chinese GPU startup Xiangdixian Computing Technology has collapsed due to funding issues and dismissed its entire workforce. However, the company later...
Tuesday 3 September 2024
Arizona bets big on semiconductors, echoing Taiwan's tech cluster model
As the global demand for chips continues to grow, Arizona is positioning itself as America's answer to Taiwan's semiconductor prowess. The state is rapidly evolving into a powerhouse...
Thursday 29 August 2024
Fortune Electric to boost hiring by 150% for domestic expansions and rising exports
Taiwan-based Fortune Electric, a dedicated supplier of heavy electrical equipment, is set to substantially increase its hiring in 2024 to meet rising demand driven by global power...