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Theregister
3 days ago
World news

US alarmed by thought of hypothetical TSMC seizure by China

US stresses the importance of TSMC in Taiwan and the potential impacts of China seizing the company and controlling the South China Sea. [ more ]
Tech industry
Theregister
4 days ago
Tech industry

America 'will make' 28% of advanced chips in 2032

The US is projected to produce 28 percent of the world's most advanced processors by 2032, while China's production is expected to be only two percent. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Tech industry

Taiwan earthquake briefly halts chip factories that power the global economy

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan temporarily disrupted chip production in semiconductor factories along the west coast.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) plays a crucial role in global chip manufacturing, supplying major tech companies like Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Tech industry

The Next Front in the U.S.-China Battle Over Chips

RISC-V, a technology for designing processors, has become a central tool for Chinese companies and government institutions in the semiconductor industry.
The United States is considering expanding restrictions on RISC-V due to concerns about its potential military applications and geopolitical interests of the Chinese Communist Party. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
Business

Billions in Chips Grants Are Expected to Fuel Industry Growth, Report Finds

The US is expected to triple domestic chip manufacturing capacity by 2032, leading to a significant increase in its share of the global chip manufacturing market. [ more ]
Createsend
3 days ago
Business

Logistics Report: Probing the Dali Disaster; Tracking Norfolk Southern; Shifting Online Outlook

Germany's industrial production declined in March, U.S. economy shows resilience, tech companies facing challenges, semiconductor industry growth expected, logistics industry trends. [ more ]
TNW | Deep-Tech
5 days ago
Business

German chip giant lowers 2024 forecast as electronics slowdown bites

Infineon has lowered its revenue outlook due to sluggish demand in major markets. [ more ]
Theregister
10 hours ago
Business

US semiconductor building boom means staff shortages

The US semiconductor industry is facing challenges in hiring and retaining staff despite its expansion. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Business

Japan's semiconductor sector: What's behind the chip reboot? DW 04/29/2024

Japan significantly increased semiconductor investment surpassing other major countries in GDP proportion. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Business

Why Japan is investing in semiconductors once more DW 04/29/2024

Japan significantly increased semiconductor industry support, investing 3.9 trillion yen from 2021-2023, motivated by geopolitical changes, COVID-19 impacts, and desire to protect the economy. [ more ]
time.com
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

SaudiArabia AIFund Would Divest From Chinaif U.S. Asked, CEO Says

Saudi Arabia's new investment fund will divest from China if requested by the US to keep manufacturing and supply chains separate. [ more ]
Theregister
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Huawei and partners plan to produce HBM memory

Chinese semiconductor firms, including Huawei, aim to develop domestic high bandwidth memory (HBM) production for AI processors by 2026. [ more ]
Business Insider
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

The US is betting big on AI chips, but there's a giant flaw in the plan

The US aims to boost chip production by addressing workforce shortages in AI chip manufacturing through subsidies and university recruitment. [ more ]
Hindustan Times
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Intel Unveils New AI Accelerator Chip in Bid to Gain on Nvidia

Intel is introducing Gaudi 3, an AI chip aimed at challenging Nvidia in the semiconductor industry.
Gaudi 3 is designed to improve AI system training and software running performance, aiming to compete with Nvidia's H100 and upcoming Blackwell chips. [ more ]
Theregister
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Intel CEO predicts AI will deliver a one-person Unicorn

AI automation will potentially transform entire offices or businesses.
Intel aims to dominate the AI infrastructure market for future growth. [ more ]
WIRED
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

To Build a Better AI Supercomputer, Let There Be Light

Lightmatter aims to reinvent wiring for AI projects, potentially eliminating a key bottleneck.
Linking chips with light could enable advancements in AI algorithms and support the quest for artificial general intelligence (AGI). [ more ]
TNW | Deep-Tech
1 week ago
European startups

Deeptech VC raises 300M in push for 'semiconductor supremacy'

Imec.xpand focuses on AI, semiconductors, nanotechnology, photonics, quantum computing, and medical startups.
Imec.xpand has invested in 23 companies, including two unicorns valued at €1bn or more.
The VC is pushing for semiconductor tech advancement, aiming to help startups innovate and grow amid global competition. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Business

Japan ramping up investment in next-gen semiconductors DW 04/29/2024

Japan is significantly increasing support for the semiconductor industry to re-enter the manufacturing business and ensure supply chain stability. [ more ]
Theregister
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

ASML to stop servicing some equipment used in China

ASML restricts service for Chinese chipmaking equipment under US pressure. [ more ]
The Economist
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Could AMD break Nvidia's chokehold on chips?

AMD's new MI300 chip outperforms Nvidia's H100 chip in terms of technical specifications.
AMD's market value has increased 100-fold under Lisa Su's leadership. [ more ]
EE Times India
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Himax: Enabling AI Everywhere - EE Times India

AI chips will contribute $53.4 billion in revenue to the semiconductor industry in 2023, with continued growth expected in the following years.
The AI semiconductor sector faces challenges in performance and power efficiency, requiring further efforts to improve designs. [ more ]
TechRepublic
5 months ago
Business intelligence

Deloitte's Tech Predictions for 2024: Generative AI Continues to Shape Chip Market

Generative AI will become a critical tool in the tech industry
Sales of specialized chips for generative AI are expected to dominate the AI chip market [ more ]
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