ASML’s memory revenue tops logic in 1Q26, AI-fueled HBM demand surges

ASML revealed during its first quarter 2026 earnings call that revenue from memory systems has, for the first time, exceeded that of logic chips. Against a backdrop of sustained AI infrastructure investment, DRAM manufacturers are aggressively competing for extreme ultraviolet (EUV) equipment capacity, signaling a shift in global semiconductor demand patterns.

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Electronic system design industry sustains double-digit growth in 4Q25, driven by strong SIP and services demand

The global electronic system design industry closed 2025 on a strong footing, with revenue reaching US$5.47 billion in the fourth quarter—up 10.3% year-over-year—according to the latest Electronic Design Market Data (EDMD) report from SEMI’s Electronic System Design Alliance. The report also showed a 10.1% rise in the four-quarter moving average, underscoring sustained momentum across the sector.

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Qualcomm Chief reportedly seeks memory and manufacturing deals in South Korea

Qualcomm Chief Executive Cristiano Amon is expected to meet senior executives from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix during a recent visit to South Korea, according to industry sources. The discussions are expected to focus on securing memory supplies as well as potential cooperation with Samsung in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, including its 2nm foundry process.

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Taiwan has more than 260,000 job vacancies, with manufacturing accounting for 32.4%

Taiwan’s artificial intelligence (AI) servers and advanced-process chip manufacturing businesses are booming, with related manufacturing industries also benefiting. According to a survey by Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor (MIL), labor turnover rates in the manufacturing industry are relatively low, while vacancy rates and recruitment periods are comparable to the overall industry average, indicating a stable workforce structure.

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