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Apple’s Foldable Phone Entry and Standardized Hinges to Drive Market Penetration Past 3% by 2027
TrendForce reports that Apple’s anticipated foldable device launch in the second half of 2026 is projected to increase foldable phone market penetration from 1.6% in 2025 to over 3% by 2027. Advances in hinge technology, particularly the shift from multi-part to integrated designs, alongsid
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Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries Partner to Advance U.S. Mixed-Signal Semiconductor Manufacturing
Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries have announced an expanded collaboration to develop next-generation BCD (Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS) process technology, enabling more efficient and compact mixed-signal chips. The technology will be manufactured at GlobalFoundries’ facility in Malta, New
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SoftBank Commits $2 Billion to Intel for U.S. Semiconductor and AI Development
SoftBank and Intel have entered into a securities purchase agreement, with SoftBank investing $2 billion in Intel common stock at $23 per share. The transaction, announced on August 18, 2025, is pending customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals under the Hart-Scott-
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Lantronix’s TAA-Compliant Edge AI Solution Powers Teal Drones for U.S. Army’s SRR Program
Lantronix has announced that its TAA- and NDAA-compliant solution, utilizing the Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB5165 processor, has been selected by Teal Drones, a Red Cat Holdings company, for the production of Black Widow drones under the U.S. Army’s Short-Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program. Lant
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Dominican Republic Unveils National Semiconductor Strategy to Join Global Supply Chain
The Dominican Republic is emerging as a promising hub for the semiconductor industry, leveraging its strategic location, economic stability, and proactive government policies to attract global investment. During National Free Zones Day, a day to celebrate and acknowledge the economic contributi
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TI’s Dynamic Z-Track Battery Gauges Extend Run Time by 30% in Laptops and E-Bikes
Texas Instruments has introduced the BQ41Z90 and BQ41Z50 battery fuel gauges, featuring the Dynamic Z-Track algorithm for precise battery monitoring in devices such as laptops, e-bikes, and portable medical equipment. The technology achieves state-of-charge and state-of-health accuracy with
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India’s Semiconductor Boom Drives Specialty Chemicals Market Growth: Gujarat Emerge as Key Hub
India’s semiconductor industry is experiencing significant growth, fueled by increasing demand for specialty chemicals critical to manufacturing processes. These chemicals, including hydrogen peroxide, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, and many others, are essential for tasks such as cleani
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Semiconductor Giants Samsung, TSMC Drive 2024 Patent Surge
In 2024, semiconductor companies significantly shaped the U.S. patent landscape, with Samsung and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) leading in volume and influence. Samsung secured the top spot for the third consecutive year, earning 6,377 patents nearly 2% of all U.S. grants focusing
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Murata Launches Chennai Facility for Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
Japanese passive component leader Murata has initiated operations at its first Indian facility in OneHub Chennai Industrial Park, Tamil Nadu, focusing on packaging and shipping multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). The 3,500-square-meter rental factory, leased for $6.6 million over five ye
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Tensor Introduces First Personal Autonomous Vehicle for 2026, Prioritizing AI, Privacy, and Safety
Tensor, a San Jose-based AI company, announced the Tensor Robocar, a Level 4 autonomous vehicle designed for private ownership, with deliveries planned for the second half of 2026. The vehicle, built from the ground up for autonomy, integrates over 100 sensors, including 37 cameras, 5 lidars, 11
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Infineon Completes Buying of Marvell’s Automotive Ethernet Business for $2.5 Billion, Enhancing SDV Capabilities
Infineon Technologies AG completed the acquisition of Marvell Technology, Inc.'s Automotive Ethernet business on August 14, 2025, following the transaction agreement announced in April 2025 and receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals. The $2.5 billion all-cash deal, financed through existin
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Polymatech Electronics Launches Advanced PCB Manufacturing Facility in Estonia, Targeting High-Density Interconnect Market
Polymatech Electronics announced that it has commissioned a new Printed Circuit Board (PCB) manufacturing facility in Estonia, Europe, on August 8, 2025, following the company’s incorporation on November 18, 2024. The 10,000-square-foot cleanroom facility is equipped with advanced machinery
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