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MediaTek highlights AI and connectivity solutions at Computex 2025
MediaTek will showcase its advancements in AI computing at Computex 2025 under the theme “AI for Everyone: From Edge to Cloud.” On May 20, Dr. Rick Tsai, Vice Chairman and CEO, will deliver a keynote addressing AI, 6G, edge, and cloud computing’s roles in digital transform
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AKM and Dirac collaborate to enhance in-car audio with integrated DSP solutions
Asahi Kasei Microdevices (AKM) and Dirac announced a partnership to integrate Dirac’s AudioIQ software-defined smart acoustics solutions into AKM’s automotive audio digital signal processors (DSPs), including the AK7709 model. The collaboration aims to reduce tuning time and improve s
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Toshiba launches four 650V SiC MOSFETs in compact DFN8x8 package
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation has released four 650V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, named TW031V65C, TW054V65C, TW092V65C, and TW123V65C, using its 3rd generation SiC MOSFET chips. These devices are housed in a DFN8x8 surface-mount package and are designed for industrial ap
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Middle east smartphone market declines 4% in Q1 2025 amid muted demand
Smartphone shipments in the Middle East (excluding Turkey) dropped 4% year-on-year to 11.7 million units in Q1 2025, according to Canalys (now part of Omdia). The decline follows a strong 2024 rebound, driven by softened retail demand, cautious consumer spending, and economic uncertainty. Falling
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STMicroelectronics exhibiting at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025
STMicroelectronics is participating in the SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 from May 20-22 at Booth L1901. The company is showcasing over 10 demonstrations focusing on Edge AI and sensors, wireless connectivity, automotive solutions, and factory automation.
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Renesas introduces RZ/A3M MPU for cost-sensitive HMI applications
Renesas announced the RZ/A3M, a new microprocessor (MPU) in its RTOS-based RZ/A series, on May 19, 2025. The RZ/A3M is designed for advanced human-machine interface (HMI) systems, supporting video and camera output on LCD panels with resolutions up to 1280x800. It targets applications in home
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Semiconductor industry faces mixed outlook in 2025 amid AI growth and tariff threats, reports SEMI and TechInsights
The global semiconductor manufacturing industry entered 2025 with typical seasonal trends, but tariff threats and shifting supply chain strategies are expected to create a typical seasonality in several segments, according to the Q1 2025 Semiconductor Manufacturing Monitor (SMM) Report by SEMI an
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AI server market to reach US$523 Billion by 2030, driven by workload shifts, reports ABI Research
Hyperscaler capital expenditure is projected to increase in 2025, surpassing 2024 levels, and will support growth in the AI server market despite new trade barriers, according to a May 14, 2025, report by ABI Research. The report forecasts AI server revenues to exceed US$523 billion by the end of
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Data Center Interconnect Market to Grow 14.3% in 2025, Driven by AI Demand, Reports TrendForce
The global Data Center Interconnect (DCI) market is projected to increase by 14.3% year-over-year in 2025, reaching a value exceeding US$40 billion, according to TrendForce. The growth is fueled by the expansion of data center infrastructure by telecom providers and cloud service providers (CSPs)
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STMicroelectronics certifies ST4SIM-300 eSIM for IoT applications
STMicroelectronics has achieved GSMA SGP.32 eSIM IoT specification certification for its ST4SIM-300 embedded SIM (eSIM), enabling interoperability with cellular networks and IoT service platforms globally. The certification supports remote provisioning and network provider switching for IoT devic
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Geopolitical tensions drive AI chip independence in US and China, reports TrendForce
TrendForce research indicates that rising demand for AI servers is prompting major US cloud service providers (CSPs) to develop in-house ASICs, with new versions released every one to two years. In China, US export controls introduced in April 2025 are expected to decrease the share of imported c
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CyberLink unveils AI-powered software updates at COMPUTEX 2025
CyberLink Corp. will showcase new AI-powered software features at COMPUTEX 2025, developed in partnership with Intel Core Ultra processors. The company will introduce an AI Object Tracking Effect for its video editing software, PowerDirector, and updates to its AI creative studio, Promeo, designe
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