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Siemens and Intel Foundry Advance Collaboration
Siemens has announced significant advancements in its collaboration with Intel Foundry, achieving multiple product certifications and technology enablements for the Intel 18A process node. This partnership is set to accelerate innovation in integrated circuits and advanced packaging, particularly benefiting AI applications.
Launches
ChEmpower Secures $18.7M to Advance Abrasive-Free Planarization in Chip Manufacturing
ChEmpower has raised $18.7 million in Series A funding to scale its innovative abrasive-free planarization technology, which enhances chip yield and performance while promoting sustainability. The funding will facilitate the commercialization of their solutions in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Charts
TECHCET Forecasts Strong Expansion in Sputtering Targets
According to TECHCET, semiconductor sputtering target revenues are projected to grow nearly 9% in 2025, driven by rising metal prices and increasing demand from AI applications. The market for non-precious metal targets is expected to surpass $1 billion by 2026, highlighting the sector’s robust growth trajectory.
Research
HKUST Research Sheds Light on Future Applications in Spintronics and Valleytronics
A study from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has successfully demonstrated the first experimental observation of a two-dimensional layered altermagnet. This breakthrough could pave the way for advancements in spintronics, enhancing the development of next-generation semiconductor devices.
Insight
Q&A: Banned but Not Broken—How US Policy is Reshaping the Global Semiconductor Landscape
Valeria Bertacco discusses the implications of U.S. export restrictions on the semiconductor industry, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities for innovation and market access amid heightened geopolitical tensions. This analysis highlights the evolving landscape for chip developers as they adapt to new regulations.
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