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HBM4 Memory Standard Is Ready for Action 4/21/2025 JEDEC released Standard 270-4, supplying high bandwidth memory (HBM) makers with a complete specification for what will likely be a massively lucrative product for the usual suspects: Micron, Samsung, and SK Hynix. The specification sets the stage for a gradual transition from HBM3 to HBM4 as semiconductor companies like AMD and Nvidia build the next generations of AI GPUs and other hardware. Switch 2 Preorders Set for April 24 but Nintendo Warns of Price Hikes 4/21/2025 Despite Trump's tariffs, Nintendo says it's keeping the Switch 2 at $449, for now at least. However, the company plans to raise prices for accessories. China Steadfast Amid Tariff Chaos 4/18/2025 China is signaling a firm stance, emphasizing its "economic resilience" and readiness to endure the tariffs. JCB plans San Antonio factory expansion to dodge Trump’s tariffs 4/18/2025 Heavy machinery maker JCB announced earlier this month that it’s doubling the size of its upcoming San Antonio factory in an effort to evade President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Archer Aviation, United Airlines to provide Air Taxi Hops to NYC Airports 4/18/2025 Archer says it will offer service that is vastly faster than cars at a cost comparable to Uber Black. TI maps autonomous driving path with lidar, clock, radar chips 4/17/2025 Texas Instruments has unveiled a line of automotive chips to enhance autonomous driving capabilities. The LMH13000 features an 800-picosecond rise time and integrated control signals for real-time decision-making and extended distance measurements. The AWR2944P mmWave radar sensor includes a radar hardware accelerator and automotive clocks using bulk acoustic wave technology. ASML faced a major order shortfall in Q1 4/17/2025 ASML Holding reported first-quarter orders of $4.47 billion, about $1 billion below expectations, citing uncertainty from recent tariff announcements. The Dutch company, which supplies lithography machines to major chipmakers like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and Intel, has seen gains from AI growth but is now facing concerns over a possible AI demand slowdown and the impact of US tariffs FCC Chair Warns Europe: Not to choosse China over Starlink 4/17/2025 With European countries looking for alternatives to Starlink, Brendan Carr urges them to avoid Chinese solutions, which he calls 'the real long-term bogey.' New Liquid-Like Battery Tech Could Change the Design of Future Gadgets 4/17/2025 Swedish scientists tout a breakthrough on battery technology with a toothpaste-like consistency. Mitsubishi Electric to Begin Shipping Samples of SiC-based Power Chip Modules 4/16/2025 Mitsubishi will begin shipping samples of SiC-based power semiconductor modules for room air conditioners and other home appliances. Practical Quantum Computing Needed as Tech Reaches Compute Limits 4/16/2025 Quantum computing's rapid advancements promise to revolutionize the tech industry. AMD achieves first TSMC N2 product silicon milestone 4/16/2025 AMD has announced that its next-generation AMD EPYC processor, codenamed ‘Venice,’ is the first HPC product in the industry to be taped out and brought up on the TSMC advanced 2nm (N2) process technology. Intel to sell majority stake in Altera for $4.46B 4/16/2025 The sale to private equity firm Silver Lake comes as the chipmaker looks to shore up its finances. Global IC Equipment Billings Surged to $117B in 2024 4/15/2025 Worldwide sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment increased by 10% to $117.1 billion in 2024 from $106.3 billion in 2023. Boeing sees delivery uptick in Q1 4/15/2025 However, the Trump administration’s 25% steel and aluminum tariffs and China’s export controls of critical minerals could affect the aircraft manufacturing titan’s progress. Data Centers Will Drive Half of Electricity Demand Growth in the US 4/15/2025 The US will use more electricity for data centers than for the production of aluminum, steel, cement, chemicals, and all other energy-intensive goods combined by 2030, a new report says. Nvidia to Build Supercomputer Factories in Texas 4/15/2025 Nvidia teams up with Foxconn and Taiwan-based Wistron for factories in Houston and Dallas, respectively. The news comes as Trump has said repeatedly he plans to tariff foreign-made chips. Tesla Stops Selling Model S, X in China As Tariffs Soar 4/14/2025 The Shanghai-made Model 3 and Y are still available, but it's bad timing for Tesla amid declining global sales. Can a cheaper Cybertruck trim turn things around? A New GPU Shortage? Suppliers Slow Down Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty 4/14/2025 Custom PC maker Puget Systems breaks down how the 145% tariffs on Chinese imports will affect the industry and threaten to create a new graphics card shortage. Samsung Surprises With Improved 2nm Wafer Yields 4/14/2025 The venerable tech giant might be back in the ring with Intel and TSMC. Apple to Release 'iPad Fold,' Folding iPhone in 2026 4/14/2025 If this prediction is accurate, it could mean two long-running Apple rumors are finally coming to fruition. HBM in the Spotlight Again 4/11/2025 HBM technology continues its relentless march in 2025 with the imminent arrival of more advanced HBM4 memory devices. South Korea announces emergency support for auto sector against US tariffs 4/11/2025 The measures include more financial support, tax breaks and subsidies for carmakers SpaceX Offers Free Starlink Dishes to Drive Growth Outside US 4/11/2025 The offer has been spotted in Australia and Italy for users who commit to a one-year contract. Global Chip Sales Up 17% in February 4/10/2025 Global semiconductor sales reached $54.9 billion in February 2025, up by 17.1% year-on-year but down by almost 3% from the previous month.  3  |  4  |  5  |  6  |  7  |  8  |  9  |  10  |  11  |  12

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