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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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12.3.2023

Geely and NIO Partner on Battery Swapping in Hangzhou

Geely and NIO have formed a strategic partnership to promote battery swapping technology in China. The two companies will collaborate on battery standards, technology, network expansion, swappable model development, and asset management.
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12.2.2023

Global Smartphone Shipments Expected to Decline in 2023, but Foldables See Rising Demand

Despite a projected 5% decline in global smartphone shipments this year, reaching the lowest level in a decade, the market is showing signs of resilience in certain regions and segments. South Africa's smartphone market surged 73% year-over-year in Q3 2023, driven by expanding 5G networks and affordable devices. Foldable smartphones are also gaining traction, with 64% of high-end Chinese consumers willing to consider them for their next purchase. Smartphone shipments are projected to increase by 3% year-over-year in Q4 2023, indicating signs of recovery.
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11.28.2023

Wide-Bandgap Semiconductors Market to Surge for Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure

The market for wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by their use in electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging equipment. WBG semiconductors, such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), offer superior properties over traditional silicon-based semiconductors, making them ideal for EV applications and contributing to a more sustainable future of transportation.
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11.28.2023

U.S. Government Invests $3 Billion in Advanced Packaging Manufacturing

The U.S. government is investing $3 billion in the National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) to help U.S. manufacturers adopt new technology and create a sustainable, profitable, and environmentally sound high-volume advanced packaging industry in the country. These programs are part of a larger effort by the U.S. government to strengthen the domestic semiconductor industry and reduce reliance on foreign manufacturing.
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11.27.2023

Probe Card Market to Reach $3.9 Billion by 2029, Driven by Semiconductor Technology Advancements

The global probe card market is expected to reach $3.9 billion by 2029, driven by advancements in semiconductor technology and the growing demand for high-performance electronic devices. This is leading to a surge in demand for probe cards, which are essential tools for testing and packaging ICs. The Asia Pacific region is expected to be the fastest-growing market for probe cards, while Europe and North America are expected to be the second- and third-largest markets, respectively.
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11.26.2023

Smartphone camera module shipments will decrease by 8.9% annually in 2023

Smartphone camera module shipments are expected to decline in 2023 due to a slowdown in smartphone production and shifting brand strategies. However, a rebound is anticipated in 2024 as the mobile phone market recovers with growth expected to be driven by renewed demand for smartphones and a resurgence in the adoption of multi-camera setups.
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11.25.2023

International Semiconductor Alliance to Streamline Chip Manufacturing

The International Semiconductor Alliance (ISA) is a new alliance between four leading German companies - Tresky GmbH, budatecGmbH, Berliner Nanotest und Design GmbH, and Bond Pulse - to provide seamless support to mutual customers throughout the entire chip manufacturing process including a wide range of chip packaging technologies, including bonding, soldering, sintering, inspection, and quality analysis. The ISA is poised to make a significant impact on the semiconductor industry, paving the way for more efficient and successful chip manufacturing endeavors.
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11.24.2023

China's smartphone sales show market recovery in October

China's smartphone market is on the rise again, with Huawei leading the way. The company's Mate 60 series devices are in high demand, and this success has fueled robust demand for other Huawei models as well. Xiaomi is also doing well, with its Mi 14 series garnering over 1 million orders since its launch in late October. The outlook for Chinese mobile phone manufacturers has transformed dramatically, and they are now experiencing a remarkable surge in demand.
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11.23.2023

The added value of China's semiconductor device special equipment manufacturing industry increased by 33.9% year-on-year in October

China's industrial sector continued its upward trajectory in October, driven by strong growth in the production of advanced manufacturing equipment, particularly in the semiconductor and electronic components sectors. The aerospace industry also witnessed remarkable growth, with aviation, spacecraft, and equipment manufacturing expanding by 12%.
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11.21.2023

IC Substrate Market to Boom, Reaching US$29 Billion by 2028

The demand for IC substrates is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for electronic devices in various sectors, including AI, 5G, and automotive. This growth is expected to push the value of the IC substrate market from US$15.1 billion in 2022 to nearly US$29 billion by 2028.
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