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Wednesday 21 February 2024
AI chips should prioritize quality or quantity? Perspectives differ among software and hardware giants
It was previously reported that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman aims to raise US$5-7 trillion to fortify the AI chip supply chain. The venture includes establishing a global network of fabrication...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Kinpo Group strengthens EV position as AcBel partners with ChargePoint
Taiwan-based AcBel Polytech, a power supply manufacturer under the Kinpo Group, announced on February 20 that it reached a critical collaboration agreement with California-based ChargePoint...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Navigating AI PCs: avoiding the pitfalls of industry trends
The market often simplifies industry trends by assigning straightforward labels, from past terms like Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT) to the current buzz around Artificial...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Japanese semiconductor equipment makers bet big on generative AI and power semiconductors for growth
Several Japanese semiconductor equipment manufacturers are witnessing a surge in sales, particularly in equipment catering to generative AI and power semiconductors. Despite a downturn...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Backed by 7 leading automakers, Ionna to begin charging service in 2024
Ionna, a charging service provider formed by seven leading carmakers, started operation in early February. The company plans to open its first US charging stations this year and expand...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Tech giants reshuffle amid AI surge: insights from former Microsoft Research Asia VP
The tech industry's resurgence and restructuring driven by the AI wave have led to a reshuffling of market value rankings among major players like Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, and Google,...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
LGES 46800 battery reportedly to first power Tesla Cybertruck
South Korea-based LG Energy Solution has revealed a schedule for the volume production of its 46800 battery, which will likely first support Tesla. Media reported that EV makers Rivian...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Generative AI in legal crosshairs (Part 1)
Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has garnered global attention, becoming a trend across various industries.
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Volkswagen to supply EV parts to Mahindra, open for EV manufacturing partner in India
As electric vehicles (EVs) gradually penetrate the nascent Indian market, Volkswagen looks to make inroads by partnering with local manufacturers aspiring for the EV sector and launching...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
ESMT sees DDR4, AI drive 2024 growth
Niche memory IC design house Elite Semiconductor Memory Technology (ESMT) has stated that it is working on new AI product projects that will be a new growth engine, and demand for...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Just some Altman that I used to know: Microsoft cannot satisfy OpenAI's chip dreams
OpenAI's decision to design and manufacture its own chips has raised questions about the company's future relationship with Microsoft.
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Taiwan motor driver IC suppliers gearing up for heat dissipation boom
Taiwan-based motor driver IC suppliers are seeing a surge in demand for related motor driver chips as the need for heat dissipation in cloud servers and edge IT devices increases.
Wednesday 21 February 2024
IC test interface provider CHPT conservative about 2024 chip market
Chunghwa Precision Test Tech (CHPT), an IC test interface solutions provider, expressed caution about the global semiconductor market this year, predicting that only the top players...
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Chinese vendors committed to developing AI-capable smartphones
Major Chinese mobile phone manufacturers have announced adjustments to their AI strategies, committing to developing AI-capable smartphones, according to industry sources.
Wednesday 21 February 2024
AI to boost advanced packaging demand
The AI surge is anticipated to substantially boost demand for advanced packaging, which is already in short supply, according to sources at backend houses.