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Canon, front-end equipment makers shift focus to advanced AI chip packaging solutions
AI chips required by generative AI rely on finely wired and processed equipment; thus, front-end process equipment manufacturers have shifted their focus to the advanced packaging solutions market as well.
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China-South Korea Semiconductor Fund fuels Wuxi’s rise as a hub for South Korean chip firms
With TSMC expanding its presence in the United States, Japan, and Europe, many suppliers have followed suit, venturing abroad to establish new operations.
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Intel slashes marketing budget as AMD presses for market shift
Intel’s Sales and Marketing Group (SMG) reportedly plans to streamline its workforce and reduce marketing expenses, aiming to cut costs by over 35% by the end of 2024.
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Black Myth: Wukong surpasses 10 million copies sold; supply chain observing demand impact
A Chinese game developer recently launched the AAA title “Black Myth: Wukong,” which has sold over 10 million copies globally since its release on August 20. Due to the game’s stunning visuals, the market anticipates it will drive a wave of hardware upgrades among gamers. However, supply chain sources caution that while there is excitement, it’s still uncertain whether this will lead to significant growth in overall performance.
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SK Group obtains three major weapons to strike global AI market
To seize the initiative in AI, the SK Group revealed that it is ready to use “three weapons,” namely HBM, GTAA, and energy solutions. It hopes to sound the attack on the semiconductor, AI infrastructure, and AI service areas to strengthen future competition power.
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CMC navigates local content challenges: Adjusting MG brand operations and delaying new car launch
At the online investor conference on August 26, Ching-wu Chien, vice President of China Motor Corp. (CMC), addressed the company’s response to new government regulations mandating local content rates for new cars assembled in Taiwan.
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Fanuc aims for growth in collaborative robots amid market competition
Global robotics leader Fanuc made its debut at the Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robot Show (TAIROS) in 2024, showcasing 23 robotic arms, with more than half being collaborative robots. The move has sparked speculation about intensifying competition in the collaborative robot market.
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Hua Hong accelerates 12-inch fab expansion, aims to boost overseas orders by 2025
Hua Hong Group, one of China’s two major semiconductor foundries, trails behind Chinese industry leader SMIC in terms of both capacity and market share, holding a global market share of only 2-4% and ranking sixth. However, Hua Hong is rapidly expanding its production capacity in mature process technologies.
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South Korea launches initiative to support tech firms following ASML model
The South Korean government is rolling out a “Super eul” initiative to foster companies in the materials, components, and equipment sectors. This ambitious plan includes targeted support for research and development, accelerated commercialization, and financial backing, sparking interest across various industries.