OpenAI is preparing to launch its first custom artificial intelligence chip, marking a major shift in the company’s strategy as it seeks to reduce dependence on Nvidia and strengthen control over its own computing infrastructure. The chip, internally referred to as an “XPU,” is being co-developed with Broadcom and is
Read MoreAdvent International has agreed to acquire Swiss positioning chip specialist U-blox in a deal valued at CHF1.05 billion (approx. US$1.86 billion). The transaction will be executed through Advent’s subsidiary ZI Zenith, which on August 18, 2025 launched a public tender offer for all outstanding U-blox shares.
U-blox confirmed that
Hyderabad, India, August 07, 2025: Cyient Semiconductors Private Limited, a fast-growing custom silicon company, announced a strategic Channel Partner Agreement with GlobalFoundries (GF), one of the world’s leading pure-play semiconductor foundries. Under the agreement, Cyient Semiconductors becomes an authorized reseller of GF’s semiconductor manufacturing services and technologies.
This collaboration
The World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) organization has released Q2 statistical data and confirmed the WSTS Spring forecast for the global semiconductor market through 2026.
The global semiconductor market reached 346 billion dollars in the first half of 2025, marking an 18.9 percent increase year-over-year. Growth was driven primarily
Washington, D.C., August 7, 2025 — In a bold move to bolster domestic semiconductor production, U.S. President Donald Trump announced yesterday that he plans to impose a 100% tariff on all imported computer chips and semiconductors. However, the proposed levy would not apply to any company that commits to manufacturing—and
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WASHINGTON—Aug. 4, 2025—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today announced global semiconductor sales were $179.7 billion during the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 7.8% compared to Q1. Global sales were $59.9 billion during the month of June 2025, an increase of 19.6% compared to the June 2024 total of
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