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Toyota, Nissan, and Honda Join Forces on AI and Chip Development for Next-Gen Vehicles
Toyota, Nissan, and Honda have teamed up to develop cutting-edge AI and semiconductor technologies for next-generation vehicles, focusing on areas like semiconductor chips, APIs, virtual simulation, and cybersecurity. Supported by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry, this collaboration aims to enhance Japan's competitiveness in the evolving automotive industry. The initiative includes forming the Advanced SoC Research for Automotive (ASRA) group, involving 12 companies, to create high-performance system-on-chip (SoC) technologies for mass production by 2030, marking a significant advancement in software-defined vehicles (SDVs) and autonomous driving capabilities 
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1.30.2024

Infineon Urgently Expanding Workforce in India and Vietnam

Infineon, a leading European semiconductor manufacturer, is swiftly seeking to hire skilled labor in South Asia and Southeast Asia, recognizing the increasing importance of these regions in the global technology and semiconductor supply chains.
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1.30.2024

India Plots Chip Path: IESA Report Charts Course for Semiconductor Supremacy

India's ambition to become a major semiconductor player received a roadmap with the IESA report, unravelling complex government policies and incentives, guiding investors and policymakers. Initiatives like the PLI scheme and partnerships with tech giants like Foxconn and HCL add further momentum. The IESA report acts as a call to action, urging collaboration to actualize India's "chip dream" and solidify its position as a future semiconductor powerhouse. 
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1.30.2024

India Gears Up for Electronics Manufacturing Dominance with Digital India futureLABS and Semiconductor Research Centre

India is setting its sights on global electronics leadership, launching two ambitious initiatives: Digital India futureLABS and the India Semiconductor Research Centre. futureLABS aims to ignite innovation and collaboration in crucial sectors like automotive and strategic electronics, while the research center will dive deep into chip technology development, fostering self-reliance in this critical area.
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1.29.2024

Beyond Investments: Karnataka Prepares New ESDM Policy to Build a Robust Ecosystem

Karnataka is developing an updated electronics policy to replace the current one expiring in 2025. Shifting focus from contract manufacturing to developing indigenous products and intellectual property, the plan includes ESDM clusters, startup financial support, and incentives for homegrown development.
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1.29.2024

OPPO and Nokia Sign 5G Patent Cross-licensing Agreement

OPPO and Nokia have officially settled their global patent dispute by entering into a cross-licensing agreement covering essential patents in 5G and other cellular communication technologies. The resolution concludes a two-year and seven-month-long legal battle that emerged from the failure to renegotiate a new 5G patent license agreement after both parties' patents expired in 2021. 
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1.26.2024

BYD Surges Ahead of Volkswagen to Claim Top Spot in Chinese Auto Market

Recent findings from the China Automotive Technology and Research Center (CATRC) indicate a pivotal transformation in China's automotive landscape, with BYD anticipating a groundbreaking 2.4 million new car insurance registrations by 2023. This projection firmly establishes BYD as the emerging leader in China's domestic auto market. 
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1.26.2024

US and Vietnam Collaborate on Chip Production and Clean Energy

The Deputy Minister Jose Fernandez, responsible for economic growth, energy, and the environment at the U.S. Department of State, shared insights on cooperation with Vietnam in two critical areas during a meeting with members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Ho Chi Minh City on January 24th. The focus areas include semiconductor chips and clean energy.
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1.24.2024

Market Insight: Potential DRAM Price Surge in Q1 2024 (TrendForce Analysis)

The DRAM market is poised for a significant price surge in the first quarter of 2024, according to a recent report by TrendForce. The analysis predicts a 13-18% increase across various segments, driven by surging demand for next-generation DDR5 technology and strategic production adjustments.
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1.24.2024

New energy vehicle price war in China Market

Tesla cut prices in China and launched a low-interest financial policy to boost sales in China igniting price war to Chinese auto market. This resulted for other car companies to offer sales promotion to compete in order to stay competitive. 
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1.24.2024

Murata's Inductor Factory Continues to Shut Down, Supply Chain Fluctuations May Lead to Substitution Opportunities

The Noto Peninsula earthquake in Japan significantly impacted Murata's factories in the Hokuriku region. While most have resumed production, Himi, Wakura, and Anamizu factories remain shut down. Anamizu, the most affected, faces an uncertain restart timeline, potentially impacting production of components used in various consumer electronics. Though Murata's overall production shouldn't be severely affected, downstream supply chains, particularly for Anamizu's inductors, might experience disruptions. 
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