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Infineon Technologies takes over the number one position in the global microcontroller market. According to the latest research by Omdia [1], the company increased its market share to 21.3% in 2024 (2023: 17.8%), achieving the largest year-over-year gain (3.5%age points) among its competitors. This makes Infineon the most successful supplier of microcontrollers worldwide for the
The European Commission has unveiled the ‘Clean Industrial Deal: A joint roadmap for competitiveness and decarbonisation’. The European Semiconductor Industry Association (ESIA), representing the semiconductor industry and broader ecosystem in Europe, welcomes this initiative as a timely impetus to regain competitiveness and strengthen the industrial base in the EU. Semiconductors are at the heart of a
The Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult is the UK’s authority on compound semiconductor applications and commercialisation. Based in Newport, South Wales, it operates as a centre of excellence equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The Catapult specialises in the measurement, characterisation, integration, and validation of compound semiconductor technologies across four areas: power electronics, advanced packaging, radio frequency
The semiconductor industry is the beating heart of modern technology, enabling advancements in computing telecommunications, AI, and various other fields. So who are the top 10 companies behind this massive industry? Here, we will explore these industry giants, with insights into their market capitalisation, revenue, and influence, as of February 2025. NVIDIA Corporation NVIDIA, founded
The US has taken another step in strengthening its standing in the semiconductor industry by finalising a $1.5 billion subsidy to GlobalFoundries (GF) to expand its chip production in New York and Vermont, aiming to create 10,000 jobs. This is part of the CHIPS and Science Act, a $52.7 billion programme designed to grow domestic
Smith, a global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, will be exhibiting at electronica Munich 2024, a leading trade fair and conference for the electronics industry. The event runs from 12–15 November 2024 at Messe München, Munich, Germany. Smith’s team will be available in Hall B5, Booth 331, to discuss its supply chain solutions, market
The semiconductor supply chain is a critical component of the global technology ecosystem, supporting industries ranging from consumer electronics to automotive manufacturing. However, this intricate network faces several threats that can disrupt production and lead to significant economic consequences. Understanding these threats is crucial for stakeholders aiming to build a more resilient semiconductor supply chain.
In recent years, the U.S., Japan, and the Netherlands have progressively tightened restrictions on China’s access to semiconductor technology. In contrast, South Korea has responded more cautiously to U.S. demands, owing to its heavy reliance on the Chinese market. This is all in the midst of growing U.S.-China tensions. However, according to a report by
Tata Electronics has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ASMPT to collaborate on establishing semiconductor assembly equipment infrastructure and solutions. Through this partnership, ASMPT and Tata Electronics will collaborate for workforce training, advancing service engineering infrastructure, automation, spare supports and boosting R&D initiatives in the area of wire bond, flip chip, advanced packaging and
One only needs to look back a few decades to see when the semiconductor landscape had Japan on top, controlling over 50% of the market. However, since then, a combination of geopolitical pressures, particularly from the United States, alongside increasing competition from rival Asian nations like South Korea and Taiwan has led to a steep
