Inside Apple's Secret Lab: The Birth of the Revolutionary C1 Modem Chip
Get an exclusive peek into Apple's cutting-edge modem testing facility where the groundbreaking C1 chip was developed for the iPhone 16e. Discover how rigorous testing across extreme conditions and partnerships with global carriers shaped Apple's first in-house cellular modem solution.
Paragraf Launches Revolutionary Customizable Graphene Sensor Platform
UK-based Paragraf is developing a groundbreaking 'blank canvas' graphene foundry that allows customers to customize sensors for diverse applications. The innovative approach enables up to 100-channel sensing capabilities while targeting competitive $1 per sensor pricing at scale.
Intel Faces Potential Split as Broadcom and TSMC Consider Acquisition
Intel Corporation may be headed for a breakup, with Broadcom and TSMC reportedly exploring separate acquisitions of its design and manufacturing operations. The semiconductor giant's strategic shift comes amid market share losses and manufacturing challenges against key competitors.
Intel Breakup Looms as TSMC and Broadcom Consider Split Acquisition
Tech giants TSMC and Broadcom are exploring potential separate acquisitions of Intel's operations, with Broadcom eyeing chip design while TSMC considers manufacturing facilities. The complex deal faces significant hurdles, including U.S. government concerns over foreign ownership of strategic semiconductor assets.
Intel Abandons Falcon Shores AI Chip to Refocus on Rack-Scale Solutions
Intel has canceled development of its Falcon Shores AI chip as part of a strategic pivot toward complete AI infrastructure solutions. The company aims to strengthen its position in the competitive AI chip market by focusing on Jaguar Shores, a comprehensive rack-scale system.
Taiwan Earthquake Forces TSMC to Halt Chip Production, Disrupting Global Supply Chain
A 6.4-magnitude earthquake in southern Taiwan forced TSMC to temporarily suspend operations at multiple fabrication facilities producing advanced chips. While most equipment resumed operation quickly, some production lines face delays due to required safety inspections and adjustments.
China Launches Probe into US CHIPS Act, Claims Unfair Competition in Semiconductor Industry
China's Ministry of Commerce investigates $52.7 billion US semiconductor subsidies, alleging harm to domestic chipmakers through artificially low chip prices. The probe highlights escalating tensions in the global semiconductor market as China seeks to protect its investments and expand manufacturing capacity.
Nvidia Expands into ASIC Market with Strategic Hiring Push to Maintain AI Chip Dominance
Nvidia is establishing a dedicated ASIC department and plans to hire 1,000 engineers in Taiwan, marking a strategic pivot beyond its GPU stronghold. The move comes as the AI chip market evolves toward specialized inference solutions, with the sector projected to reach $90.6 billion by 2030.
TSMC Achieves Taiwan-Level Quality at Arizona Fab with 4nm Chip Production
TSMC's Phoenix facility begins manufacturing cutting-edge 4nm chips, matching Taiwan's quality standards and producing components for Apple and AMD. The $65 billion investment marks a significant step in U.S. semiconductor independence, backed by substantial government support.
TSMC's 3nm Chip Manufacturing Costs Hit Record $18,000 Per Wafer
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's 3nm wafer prices have surged to $18,000, more than triple the cost from a decade ago. The dramatic increase reflects growing manufacturing complexity and impacts major tech companies like Apple, while highlighting broader semiconductor industry challenges.