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TSMC confirms interest in establishing Japanese and German chip factories
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) confirmed it is looking into opening chip factories in Japan and Germany. However, its production capacity expansion plans seem contingent on client and government financial commitments
Tencent looking to hire artificial intelligence microchip design engineers
Tencent is reportedly seeking to hire skilled engineers to develop artificial intelligence accelerating semiconductors to improve its cloud services business. Its efforts align with a countrywide initiative to cultivate a Chinese component ecosystem.
Multiple industry leaders and analysts expect the global chip shortage will extend into 2023
Recently, many semiconductor supply chain participants said the global chip shortage would continue into 2023. Several market analysts agreed and offered tips on how OEMs can navigate the crisis.
Daimler expects global chip shortage to continue until 2022
Daimler AG said it expects the global chip shortage to last until 2022. Other major automakers have made changes to their production goals and vehicle designs due to the parts bottleneck.
Samsung to begin fabricating products with 3nm GAA node in 2022
Samsung recently revealed it had taped out chips utilizing its 3nm gate-all-around (GAA) process. It intends to use its new node to fabricate next-generation microelectronics in 2022.
Intel reportedly in talks to purchase GlobalFoundries for $30 billion
According to the Wall Street Journal, Intel has entered negotiations to buy GlobalFoundries from its parent company for $30 billion. The surprising potential acquisition has received a mixed reception from industry watchers.
Intel wants to build a $100 billion semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in Europe
Intel has big plans to establish a $100 billion semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem within Europe. However, it wants the trade bloc’s support in realizing its ambitious development roadmap.
Huawei establishing first chip manufacturing facility in China, production to start in 2022
Huawei is reportedly working to establish its first chip factory in Wuhan, China. The fab is on schedule to begin producing optical communications components and modules in 2022.
Apple and Intel to release new products with TSMC’s 3nm manufacturing process
Apple and Intel are reportedly working with TSMC with an eye toward using its 3nm node to make their forthcoming products. The foundry's next-generation manufacturing process offers double-digit upgrades on its current 5nm node.
NXP Semiconductors and Jio Platforms teaming up to expand 5G coverage in India
NXP Semiconductors revealed it is collaborating with Jio Platforms to expand the functionality of India’s 5G infrastructure. It also reportedly partnered with a leading foundry to reinforce its supply chain.
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