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Semiconductor Supply Chain Problems Running Rampant?

Solutions to mitigate future materials supply vulnerabilities.

Global Silicon Wafer Shipment Growth to Bounce Back in 2024 After 2023 Decline, SEMI Reports

Continuing softness in demand for semiconductors and challenging macroeconomic conditions are driving the 2023 decline. 

Quantum Dots Revolutionizing Image Sensors, Reports IDTechEx

Quantum dots (QDs) could potentially be targeting the huge consumer electronics application via its adoption in image sensors, apart from existing industrial applications.

New Institute Accelerates Future of Microelectronic System Integration, Advanced Packaging

Purdue collaborates with Cadence, imec, SRC, Osaka University to bolster rapid technology development in U.S.

The User Experience: More Intuitive X-Ray Inspection Software

A reimagined user interface saves technicians time.

Growing Supply Chain Risks for Germanium and Gallium

How can the US stabilize Ge/Ga supply to support high semiconductor demand?

Global Semiconductor Sales Increase 1.9% Month-to-Month in August

August increase marks sixth consecutive month of month-to-month market growth; worldwide chip sales down 6.8% year-to-year.

Semiconductor Supply Chain Problems Running Rampant?

Solutions to mitigate future materials supply vulnerabilities.

Global 200mm Fabs to Reach Record High Capacity by 2026, SEMI Reports

Semiconductor manufacturers worldwide are projected to increase 200mm fab capacity by 14% from 2023 through 2026, adding 12 new 200mm volume fabs (excluding EPI) as the industry reaches a record high of more than 7.7 million wafers per month.

2024 Global Fab Equipment Spending Recovery Expected After 2023 Slowdown, SEMI Reports

Global fab equipment spending for front-end facilities in 2023 is expected to decline 15% year-over-year (YoY) to US$84 billion from a record high of US$99.5 billion in 2022 before rebounding 15% YoY to US$97 billion in 2024.

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