US chipmaker Nvidia Corp. is investing in Wayve Technologies Ltd., joining a US$1.05 billion funding round for the UK startup that wants to get its autonomous-driving technology into cars.
Malaysia’s Johor state has emerged as a main hub for data center construction in the country, attributed to its proximity to Singapore, relatively, inexpensive land, water, and electricity resources, and the ongoing China-US trade conflicts, all of which are attracting more multinational corporations to establish operations there.
According to sources cited by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), Apple is said to be working on a chip designed specifically for running artificial intelligence software on data center servers. Internally referred to as Project ACDC (Apple Chips in Data Center), the project has been in progress for several years, intending to utilize Apple’s expertise to enhance the company’s server infrastructure. Apple declined to comment.
In the ever-evolving realm of mobile communications, a seismic shift is underway, propelled by SpaceX’s Starlink service. Once dominated by terrestrial networks provided by telecom giants, the industry is now witnessing a paradigmatic transformation as satellite operators and telecom titans navigate a landscape marked by collaboration and competition.
During the 2024 World Governments Summit, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang championed the concept of Sovereign AI, advocating for nations worldwide to establish their own national AI infrastructure.
Samsung Electronics reportedly intends to use metal oxide resist in the Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) exposure process of new generation DRAM products. Metal oxide resist belongs to the new generation photoresist, with higher resolution than chemically amplified resist and better impedance performance in etching.
Penang state boasts Malaysia’s most comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem, and the state government remains committed to collaborating with the federal government to attract investments in the semiconductor industry, including IC design. The state government will also make strategic investments to bolster the semiconductor ecosystem and its supply chain in the region, according to Penang Chief Minister Chow Kong Yeow.