Thermal Characterization For Power Semiconductor Packages (KATECH) - Researchers from Korea Automotive Technology Institute published “Analytical Extraction of Thermal Resistance in Power Semiconductors Using Structural Function Derivatives and Series Resistance Modeling.” Abstract “Junction-to-case thermal resistance (RthJC ) is a critical parameter for assessing...
MediaTek Genio 360 IoT platform brings intelligence to the value tier - With the push towards greater device intelligence and real-time insights, we’re seeing more demand for edge AI devices across different industries. As part of our commitment to bringing AI everywhere, we unveiled the MediaTek Genio 360 platform to bring the latest AI capabilities to IoT devices in......
Powering AI at scale: How HVDC and GaN are transforming hyperscale data centers - The surge in power requirements for data centers is driving demand for denser, more efficient power conversion from the grid to the core. The post Powering AI at scale: How HVDC and GaN are transforming hyperscale data centers appeared first on EDN .
New Treatment Wipes Out Cancer Cells Without Harming Healthy Tissue - A dual-action nanomaterial uses cancer’s own chemistry to destroy tumors while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a new nanomaterial that activates two chemical reactions inside cancer cells, destroying them through oxidative stress while largely sparing...
[Blog] Edge AI Opportunity Will Come to Life in 2026 - When it comes to making predictions, sometimes you really have to go out on a limb and sometimes, well, it’s pretty easy. In 2026, there’s zero doubt that AI, generative AI, and agentic AI will continue to be the key buzzwords driving the tech industry forward. Perhaps a bit less obvious is this year...
Vishay shrinks inductors, keeps full performance - Four power inductors in 0806 and 1210 case sizes from Vishay offer improved performance for commercial and automotive applications. The post Vishay shrinks inductors, keeps full performance appeared first on EDN .
Singapore shines as photonics centre as Asia Photonics Expo 2026 begins - The importance of Singapore as a technology hub was reinforced today at the opening of the Asia Photonics Expo (APE) 2026. This year’s APE (4-6 February) is at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore. The three-day conference and exhibition will host more than 350 exhibitors, from 17 countries and...
Melexis Q4 2025 Round-Up - 10 innovations - Melexis launched 10 new products last quarter, led by a novel snubber optimizing SiC power modules. The releases also include a code-free LED driver, a dual-input inductive position sensor, and a new FIR-based people detection algorithm.
TSMC 22nm vs UMC 22nm vs GF 22FDX — Which Should You Choose? - Choosing a 22nm process node is not just a scaling decision — it is a strategic choice that affects power consumption, cost structure, ecosystem access, and long-term product risk. For many ASIC and SoC teams, 22nm sits at the crossroads between mature nodes (28nm/40nm) and more advanced, higher-risk...
3D-printed metamaterials that stretch and fail by design - New framework supports design and fabrication of compliant materials such as printable textiles and functional foams, letting users predict deformation and material failure.
Lead frame supplier CWTC reaches 40-month revenue high in January - Driven by a broad demand recovery and the gradual effect of price increases, Chang Wah Technology (CWTC) reported both month-on-month and year-on-year growth in consolidated revenue in January 2026, reaching the highest monthly level in nearly 40 months and the second-highest for the same period on record....
Fidget Clicker Becomes Miniature Game Console - Fidget toys are everywhere these days. A particularly popular type simply puts some keyboard switches on a plate to provide a certain type of clicky satisfaction. [wjddnjsdnd] took that concept …read more
Podcast EP330: An Overview of DVCon U.S. 2026 with Xiaolin Chen - Daniel is joined by Xiaolin Chen, Senior Director of Technical Product Management for Formal Solutions at Synopsys. She has over 20 years of experience applying formal technology in verification and partnering with customers to identify opportunities where formal methods are best suited to solve complex...
100V TMBS rectifier modules deliver forward voltage drop down to 0.83V - Vishay Intertechnology is introducing four 100V Gen 2 Trench MOS Barrier Schottky (TMBS) rectifier modules. They are in the compact, fully insulated SOT-227 package. According to Vishay, optimised for power conversion in industrial applications, the devices offer forward voltage drop down to 0.83V to...
Samsung foundry said to plan 10% price hike for 4nm, 8nm nodes - Samsung Electronics' foundry business is reportedly preparing price increases for certain process technologies, including 4nm and 8nm nodes, with hikes reportedly around 10%. Despite the adjustment, Samsung is expected to maintain a pricing advantage over TSMC as TSMC continues to raise its own wafer...
Lam Research Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend - Lam Research Corporation (Nasdaq: LRCX) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.26 per share of common stock. The dividend payment will be made on April...
Beyond Transformers. Physics-Centric Machine Learning for Analog - Physical AI is an emerging hot trend, popularly associated with robotics though it has much wider scope than compute systems interacting with the physical world. For any domain in which analysis rests on differential equations (foundational in physics), the transformer-based systems behind LLMs are not...
Skytech delivers self-made PLP equipment, eyes record 2026 growth - As advanced packaging technologies continue to evolve toward larger sizes and panel formats, Skytech CEO George Yi stated that in response to the key process requirements of next-generation chip-on-panel-on-substrate (CoPoS) advanced packaging, the company has completed delivery of the world's first 310mm...
Six 3D-IC Design Trends That Secure The AI Era - The pace of innovation in advanced packaging is rewriting the rules that IC and package teams have relied on for decades. The post Six 3D-IC Design Trends That Secure The AI Era appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering .
The Integration of Robots into Everyday Life with IDTechEx - Hand delivering parcels to the front door, providing companionship for people living alone, or working in warehouse manufacturing lines are some of the potential applications for robots. This article explores service robots, mobile robots, and collaborative robots.
TSMC confirms 3nm fab in Japan - TSMC will manufacture 3nm chips at its second plant in Kumamoto, Japan, marking a major upgrade to its previously announced plans of producing 6-12nm chips there.
Exclusive Interview: Mika Jäsberg Discusses CoreHW’s RTLS Offering - In this exclusive interview, Mika Jäsberg, Head of Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Operations at CoreHW, shares insights into the company’s next-generation real-time location system (RTLS). He discusses CoreRTLS Tag series, CoreRTLS-LOC4000, and CoreRTLS software—highlighting innovations in accuracy,...
Unleashing Possibility: How MediaTek Empowers Every User to Do More - Performance That Powers Your AmbitionWhether you’re editing high-res video, crunching data, or developing AI models, MediaTek’s advanced compute platforms deliver the speed and responsiveness you need. Our technical leadership is exemplified by our contributions to the NVIDIA DGX Spark, a personal......
[News] Intel Reportedly Warns China of CPU Shortages: Prices Up 10%+, Delivery Times Up to 6 Months - Memory is not the only asset in short supply. Reuters reports that both Intel and AMD have warned Chinese customers of tightening server CPU supplies, with the crunch pushing average prices for Intel’s server processors in China up by more than 10%, though increases vary by contract. According ...
Lumentum: Laser Demand, OCS, CPO and Optical Scale-Up - $LITE\u2019s enviable market position, big order of UHP lasers, OCS deployments, optical scale-up benefits, and what needs to happen for full optical scale-up by when.
Marvell Wins Interconnect Product of the Year for Ara 3nm 1.6T PAM4 DSP - In the Product of the Year Awards, Electronic Design News (EDN) named Marvell as the winner of the Interconnects category for its 3nm 1.6T PAM4 Interconnect Platform, known as Ara . Ara is the industry’s first 3nm PAM4 DSP specializing in bandwidth, power efficiency and integration for AI and data center...
ISC posts record earnings in 2025 thanks to AI demand - Semiconductor component maker ISC has posted its highest earnings to date last year thanks to high demand for its test products in the AI sector.Last year the company recorded 220.2 billion won in revenue and 60.1 billion won in operating profit, a jump of 26% and 34%, respectively, from 2024.ISC no
Texas Instruments to acquire Silicon Labs - Enhances global leadership in embedded wireless connectivity solutions Leverages Texas Instruments’ industry-leading, dependable, low-cost manufacturing capacity to better serve customers...
Flexible ICs, MEMS, Metal Oxides Solve Fresh Problems - Key Takeaways: Flexible ICs are durable and form-fitting, but they add manufacturing challenges to already complex processes, while printed flex sensors lack infrastructure. MEMS are finding new popularity in massively parallel systems, on one device, or in many devices distributed across a network. Metal...
Chiplets Get Physical: The Days of Mix-and-Match Silicon Draw Nigh - Things continue to gain traction in “chiplet space” (where no one can hear you scream). In fact, before I forget, Chiplet Summit 2026 takes place in just a couple of weeks as I pen these words. The organizers say this is the place to “see and be seen” if you are in any way dabbling your toes in...
Nano-aligning composite solid electrolytes - Nano-structural alignment of organic and inorganic solid-state electrolytes enables fast ion transport and good interfacial contact in batteries.
