The Semiconductor Research Center at the Hon Hai Research Institute (HHRI), together with National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYMCTU) in Taiwan and the University of Texas at Austin in the US have invested in forward-looking research on beta-gallium oxide (β-Ga2O3) ultra-wide bandgap (UWBG) semiconductors, which has led to significant breakthroughs in the satellite communications and high-power component sectors.

According to the official press release, Cadence has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Arm’s Artisan foundation IP business, expanding its design IP portfolio and entering the foundation IP market for the first time. The deal includes standard cell libraries, memory compilers, and general-purpose I/Os optimized for advanced nodes at leading foundries. It is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.

Tong Hsing Electronic, a major backend services provider for CMOS image sensors (CIS), reported that while first-quarter operations saw a slight year-over-year decline, performance nonetheless exceeded internal expectations. Looking ahead, the company anticipates stronger results in the second quarter, with optical communication products within its RF module segment poised to deliver the most robust growth. Demand for ceramic substrates and high-end CIS is also expected to recover gradually.