Toward Optoelectronic Chips That Mimic the Human Brain
posted on May 02, 2022 12:05
The human brain, which is made up of some 86 billion neurons connected in a neural network, can perform remarkable feats of computing. Yet it consumes just a dozen or so watts. How does it do it?
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TSMC’s 2025 timeline for 2nm chips suggests Intel gaining steam
posted on May 02, 2022 12:04
TSMC said it won't start production at its 2nm node until the second half of 2025 or possibly the end of that year, which could signal a shift in the competitive landscape.
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Apple testing new Macs with next-generation M2s
posted on May 02, 2022 12:03
Apple Inc has started widespread internal testing of several new Mac models with next-generation M2 chips, according to developer logs, part of its push to make more powerful computers using homegrown processors.
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China’s March semiconductor output extends decline, dragged down by supply chain disruptions
posted on May 02, 2022 12:02
China’s total output of semiconductors in March declined further from the previous two months, dragged down by supply chain disruptions in manufacturing industries, as the government once again initiated lockdowns and other restrictions under its zero-Covid-19 policy.
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ASML sees rising demand after supply chain snags
posted on May 02, 2022 12:01
ASML Holding NV yesterday said that the continued chip supply chain crisis and a rise in costs could constrain earnings, after demand continued to rise for its cutting-edge machines. Net sales forecast for the second quarter of this year fell short of analyst expectations after a decision to delay testing its machines to speed up deliveries once again hit earnings.
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White House warns of 'escalating vulnerabilities' to U.S. from semiconductor shortage
posted on April 09, 2022 12:05
WASHINGTON, April 6 (Reuters) - The White House held a classified briefing on Wednesday with some U.S. lawmakers on the dire risks to the American economy from semiconductor supply chain issues as it pushes Congress for $52 billion in funding to subsidize production.
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Concerns grow over sale of UK's largest semiconductor plant to Chinese company
posted on April 09, 2022 12:04
Concerns are growing over plans by a state-backed Chinese company to acquire the U.K.'s largest semiconductor plant for U.S. $82 million, amid reports that the British government has "quietly" approved the sale despite ordering a review a year ago.
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Chinese telecoms giant Huawei pushes semiconductor packaging innovation to ease disruptions caused by US chip sanctions
posted on April 09, 2022 12:03
Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei Technologies Co has filed a patent application on the mainland for a semiconductorpackaging innovation, which industry analysts describe as a potential way to ease the disruptions caused by US chip sanctions on the firm’s operations.
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Chip industry's expansion plans at risk as equipment delays grow
posted on April 09, 2022 12:02
TAIPEI -- Chipmakers trying to expand production capacity are having to wait a year and a half or longer for key equipment, as unprecedented parts shortages and supply constraints batter the chip tools industry.
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Forecasts Show Fab Equipment Spending to Hit All-Time High
posted on April 09, 2022 12:01
As industry leaders push for increased fab capacity to address persistent chip shortages, global front–end fab equipment spending is expected to increase by 18 percent over the next year, according to SEMI’s latest World Fab Forecast report. The industry group forecasts spending to reach $107 billion in 2022 and expects a growth trajectory well into 2023.
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