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Thursday 16 January 2025
ASMedia to acquire Techpoint for US$390 million to join automotive sector
ASMedia's board of directors approved on January 15 the acquisition of Techpoint, a US-based company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, for US$390 million. The move marks ASMedia's...
Thursday 16 January 2025
India faces AI chip hurdle as US export controls test tech ties
As AI software and hardware giants turn their attention to India for profitable opportunities, the US's recent AI chip export controls limiting India's access to advanced processors...
Thursday 16 January 2025
MediaTek and Himax to challenge US giants with SiPh solutions
Silicon photonics (SiPh) has garnered significant business interest as a technology solution for high-speed data transfer in the era of AI. Currently, leading US chip manufacturers...
Thursday 16 January 2025
Nvidia hit by US AI rules; is ASIC next big winner?
The Biden administration has introduced new AI computing power regulations as it prepares to leave office. This move is perceived by many as a form of "total control" over global...
Thursday 16 January 2025
Nvidia's visit to SPIL highlights its emphasis on advanced packaging
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's visit to Siliconware Precision Industries (SPIL) on his current trip to Taiwan has garnered market attention to the company's emphasis on advanced packagi...
Thursday 16 January 2025
Moderate growth predicted for global display panel market by 2025
As 2025 approaches, with Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House, global economic uncertainties remain prevalent. However, the cyclical replacement of devices, coupled...
Thursday 16 January 2025
US tightens chip export regulations to prevent advanced semiconductor sales to China, impacting TSMC
The US has introduced new regulations to prevent advanced chips from reaching China. This move aims to tighten restrictions on its geopolitical rival, urging chip manufacturers like...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Why Corning's LCD glass patent complaint missed Samsung
Corning Incorporated recently filed a patent infringement investigation with the United States International Trade Commission (USITC), targeting several TV and panel manufacturers,...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
US-China export controls: why Beijing’s long-term leverage is waning
The US-China trade war has evolved into a high-stakes contest over technology and economic supremacy, with export controls emerging as one of Washington's most potent tools. However,...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Japan expands chip subsidies with US$1 billion for IC design
In recent years, the Japanese government has concentrated its semiconductor subsidy investments primarily on chip manufacturing. This includes financial support for TSMC to set up...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Infineon breaks ground for new backend fab in Thailand
Infineon Technologies has broken ground on a new semiconductor backend production facility in Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok, strengthening its manufacturing presence.
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Biden's final AI regulations target closed models, spark open-source debate
As President Joe Biden approaches the end of his term, his administration has unveiled comprehensive regulations on AI technology, addressing national security concerns and economic...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Chinese GPU developers face more issues
The recent US chip ban is expected to exacerbate the challenging circumstances for China's GPU industry, intensifying both market and production pressures.
Wednesday 15 January 2025
US AI chip ban drives up prices for Nvidia RTX 5090 before its launch
The latest US prohibition is prompting Chinese firms to step up their chip purchases, which is resulting in a surge in demand and prices for Nvidia's RTX 5090 GPU before its release,...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
US AI chip export control looms over China cloud computing giants
The latest US restrictions on AI chip exports have sent shockwaves through the global tech industry, casting a shadow over China's burgeoning tech sector. The restrictions create...