Arm raises stakes in mobile AI with Lumex CSS; debuts C1 CPU and Mali G1-Ultra GPU

Arm unveiled its Lumex Compute Subsystem (CSS) on September 10 at the Unlocked Summit in Shanghai, signaling its boldest step yet to elevate AI and gaming on flagship smartphones. The platform debuts the C1 CPU cluster based on Armv9.3 and the Mali G1 GPU lineup, headlined by the Mali G1-Ultra with support for second-generation Scalable Matrix Extensions (SME2). Together, they bring edge devices closer to data center-class performance.

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Adani pivots to LCD fab talks with Sharp, Panasonic after chip setback

The Adani Group is reportedly in discussions with Japan’s Sharp Corporation and Panasonic to establish a joint LCD fabrication plant in India, marking a strategic pivot after its proposed semiconductor wafer fab in Maharashtra was paused. According to Economic Times sources, the talks have gained momentum, particularly following Prime Minister Modi’s recent visit to Japan, which emphasized strategic industrial collaboration between the two nations.

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Japan grants up to JPY536 billion subsidy to Micron for advanced DRAM production

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan announced on September 12, 2025, that it will provide Micron Technology with subsidies amounting to as much as JPY536 billion (US$3.63 billion) for the development and mass production of next-generation DRAM at its Higashihiroshima factory. The assistance is intended to promote advanced research and expand production capacity.

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German automakers advocate technology neutrality ahead of EU carbon emission review

IAA Mobility in Munich, Germany, is generally seen as a key indicator for the global automotive industry, compared to CES in Las Vegas, the US, which is a showcase of the strengths of innovative technologies. However, the EU is set to review carbon emission regulations in mid-September 2025, shortly after this year’s IAA Mobility. At this sensitive juncture, the direction of the IAA seems to have taken a sharp turn.

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Gogoro launches new entry-level electric scooter to boost 4Q25 sales

Despite concerns that upcoming commodity tax changes could disrupt demand for electric scooters, Gogoro has continued to pursue growth through precise market positioning. Following the mid-June 2025 launch of the green-plate Ezzy, the company recently introduced the Ezzy 500, a white-plate model equipped with automotive-grade features, to strengthen its leadership in the entry-level segment.

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Quantum computing can solve AI energy consumption issues, says Wiwynn chair

Wiwynn chair and chief strategy officer Emily Hong said that the company is collaborating with silicon photonics companies to address the rapid increase in AI computing power. As computing power surges, energy consumption has become a major challenge, with industry players working to tackle this issue through cooling and other technologies. Hong believes that quantum computing could serve as a potential solution to the energy consumption problem.

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CXMT breaks into CXL memory, putting Samsung and SK Hynix on edge

China’s DRAM maker CXMT is reportedly developing compute express link (CXL) DRAM modules, a move that could escalate rivalry with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix as the CXL market takes off in 2026. According to South Korea’s EBN, CXMT has outlined its CXL roadmap to Korean semiconductor component suppliers and begun early design work, with one major substrate partner confirming initial joint R&D on CXL substrates.

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韩媒:前有SDC,后有BOE,留给LGD的“黄金时间”不多了

9月15日消息,据韩媒,韩国电子巨头LG Display(LGD)正面临”上下夹击”的困境——上方有三星显示(SDC)压制,下方遭遇京东方(BOE)的激烈竞争。虽然当前实现了盈利转正,但一年后的收益性仍是未知数。雪上加霜的是,由于资金短缺,LGD正错失开拓新业务的关键窗口期。因此,有行业评价称,LG Display(LGD)的盈利转变只剩下为期一年的短暂喘息。

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