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China proposes fresh export controls on EV technology after gallium, germanium ban

CNN

Hong Kong CNN — Beijing is planning to curb the export of technology used to extract minerals critical for the growth of the global electric vehicle industry, as a tech rivalry with Washington escalates ahead of the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump later this month. China also wants to add battery cathode technology to its list of controlled exports, …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

U.S. probes China chip industry on 'anticompetitive' concerns

The Hindu

The United States said on Monday it is opening an investigation into China's policies for its semiconductor industry, over concerns that Beijing is turning to "extensive anticompetitive and non-market means" to undermine other economies. The probe centres on foundational semiconductors — which go into everything from cars to medical devices — and whether China's actions create burdens for U.S. commerce, …

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Flat world is nothing but a utopia

China Daily

The overt and covert competition between China and the US has made it extremely difficult for companies to walk a tightrope between the two countries As a cornerstone of the information and communications technology industry and the burgeoning artificial intelligence industry, semiconductors are becoming the battlefield of industrial competition between major countries. On the one hand, TSMC's production should be …

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Flat world is nothing but a utopia

China Daily

YAN GUO/FOR CHINA DAILY As a cornerstone of the information and communications technology industry and the burgeoning artificial intelligence industry, semiconductors are becoming the battlefield of industrial competition between major countries. On the one hand, TSMC's production should be highly concentrated given the comparative advantages of factor endowments and the characteristics of the chipmaking industry, while on the other hand, …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Joe Biden to announce Chinese semiconductor probe in coming days

Hindustan Times

President Joe Biden’s administration is set to initiate a trade investigation into Chinese semiconductors in the coming days, as part of a push to reduce reliance on a technology that US officials believe pose national security risks. Biden officials have for months debated whether to initiate the investigation under Section 301, which allows the US to impose restrictions on countries …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Suchi Semicon begins chip plant without Centre’s incentive, plans $100 mn investment in 3 yrs

Live Mint

Surat, Dec 15 Gujarat-based Suchi Semicon has started production of semiconductors without the Centre's incentive and plans to invest USD 100 million in three years, a top official of the company said on Sunday. Suchi Group Chairman and Suchi Semicon founder Ashok Mehta said though the company has applied for the Centre's incentive under SPECS and India Semiconductor Mission, it …

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4 weeks ago

AI semicon, quantum computing to play key role in making Telangana $1 trillion economy

The Hindu

Emerging sectors such as AI semiconductors and quantum computing will be among the key drivers in transformation of Telangana into a $1 trillion economy in the next decade, Industries and IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu said here on Friday. Key drivers of this transformation include a strong focus on AI semiconductors and quantum computing. To support this growth, we are …

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1 month ago

HK must act decisively to cement its I&T push

China Daily

Hong Kong has long been synonymous with finance, trade and commerce, serving as a gateway between East and West, and a key player in the 11-city Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Hong Kong's broader push into digital transformation includes offering high-performance computing services, which are crucial for industries, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and health technology. The advanced facilities also …

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1 month ago

HK must act decisively to cement its I&T push

China Daily

Hong Kong has long been synonymous with finance, trade and commerce, serving as a gateway between East and West, and a key player in the 11-city Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Hong Kong's broader push into digital transformation includes offering high-performance computing services, which are crucial for industries, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and health technology. The advanced facilities also …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Tech wars: Why has China banned exports of rare minerals to US?

Al Jazeera

The two countries have imposed tit-for-tat export restrictions for months to hamper technological and AI development. Beijing’s announcement on Tuesday came just one day after the US ramped up restrictions on the export of advanced chips to China, which affects the country’s ability to develop advanced weapons systems and artificial intelligence. Washington’s ban also added 140 companies to its “entity …

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1 month, 1 week ago

AI and semiconductors: China hits out at latest US effort to block Beijing’s access to chip technology

CNN

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong/Washington CNN — The Chinese government has slammed America’s introduction of fresh export controls on US-made semiconductors that Washington fears Beijing could use to make the next generation of weapons and artificial …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Commerce Department to reduce Intel’s funding on semiconductors

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — The Biden administration plans on reducing part of Intel’s $8.5 billion in federal funding for computer chip plants around the country, according to three people familiar with the grant who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss private conversations. President Joe Biden announced the agreement to provide Intel with up to $8.5 billion in direct funding …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Assam’s Semiconductor Plant: A Game-Changer for India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem

Op India

India’s ambitious strides in the semiconductor industry are best exemplified by the development of a semiconductor unit in Morigaon, Assam, spearheaded by Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd. India Semiconductor Mission: Fostering a Self-Reliant Semiconductor Industry Industry estimates place the Indian semiconductor market at approximately $38 billion in 2023, with projections indicating growth to $109 billion by 2030. Under …

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55 years ago

NATO’s Tech Scouts Are Fortifying Europe for a World With Donald Trump

Wired

It’s the day after Donald Trump declared his election victory, and a tech scout for NATO is peering down at a miniature factory, the size of a shoebox, designed to manufacture semiconductors in space. Space Forge wants to send satellites equipped with tiny clean rooms into space, where they’ll grow semiconductor crystals before transporting them safely back to Earth. One …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

The changing pecking order in semiconductors

Live Mint

NEW DELHI : Last week, Nvidia Corp., the world's largest artificial intelligence chipmaker, replaced Intel Corp., best known for computer processors, in the 30-share American benchmark share index. Nvidia's market value jumped from about $81 billion at the end of 2018 to $3.6 trillion now, making it the world’s most-valued company, ahead of Apple Inc., Microsoft Corp. and Google Llc. …

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2 months ago

Jaishankar meets Singapore Deputy PM, discusses ties with focus on green energy, semiconductors

Firstpost

On the second leg of his two-nation tour, EAM Jaishankar arrived in Singapore on Friday where he met Deputy PM Gan Kim Yong and discussed with him ways to take forward contemporary bilateral partnership External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and discussed with him ways to take forward contemporary bilateral partnership, …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Syrma SGS Technologies Targets $1 Billion Revenue by FY27

Live Mint

Syrma SGS Technologies aims to reach $1 billion in revenue by FY27 through opportunities in manufacturing semiconductors and printed circuit boards. The company has a presence in high-volume segments like consumer and IT and in low-volume, high-margin segments such as healthcare, industrial and RFIDs, which balances its revenue portfolio. The company is evaluating opportunities in manufacturing semiconductors and printed circuit …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

World's Second Largest Mobile Producer, India Emerges As Global Semiconductor Powerhouse

News 18

As the global demand for semiconductors continues to surge, India is making significant strides towards establishing itself as a major player in the semiconductor industry. This shift was prominently highlighted at Semicon India 2024, a three-day event held in Greater Noida, which underscores the country’s commitment to becoming a key global semiconductor hub. This commitment helps maintain a robust talent …

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4 months ago

India, Singapore sign MoUs related to digital technology, semiconductors

The Hindu

India and Singapore signed four Memorandum of Understanding in the fields of digital technologies, semiconductors, health cooperation and skill development, which will further strengthen the cooperation between the two nations. The first MoU was signed between India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and Singapore's Ministry of Digital Development and Information for cooperation in the field of digital technologies. India's …

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4 months ago

PM Modi Singapore Visit: Narendra Modi meets Singapore counterpart Wong

The Hindu

Singapore is an important part of India’s ‘Act East’ policy and India wishes to create many Singapore-like success stories on its territory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday, on his visit to the country. Apart from meeting his Singaporean counterpart Lawrence Wong, Mr. Modi oversaw the signing of MoUs including one on semiconductors that will help in supply chain …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi to visit Singapore soon; semiconductors added to ministerial roundtable agenda

The Hindu

The high-level meeting between senior ministers of India and Singapore has set the stage for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the city-state that will happen soon, its Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan has said. Calling the ministers-only meeting "productive", Mr. Balakrishnan said it also sets the stage for an official visit to Singapore by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which will …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

EU approves Germany's 5-bln-euro subsidy for semiconductor plant

China Daily

The file photo shows the logo of German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon Technologies AG at the company's plant in Dresden, Germany on May 2, 2023. BRUSSELS -- The European Union has approved a 5-billion-euro state subsidy from Germany to support the construction and operation of a new microchip manufacturing plant, the European Commission announced on Tuesday. According to the European Commission, …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Intel Layoffs: Tech Firm Plans To Fire Thousands Of Employees, Says Report

ABP News

Intel Layoffs: Intel reportedly plans to cut thousands of jobs as part of a cost-cutting strategy to support the critical initiative of recovering from recent earnings declines and market share losses. Intel’s Chief Executive Officer Pat Gelsinger is investing heavily in research and development to improve the firm’s technology and restore its leading position in the semiconductor industry. Under Gelsinger's …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

US tariff war on China subverts WTO rules

New Indian Express

This May, the Biden administration unilaterally increased tariffs on 14 Chinese products, including electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries, semiconductors, solar cells, select medical products, minerals, steel and aluminium, valued at $18 billion. US Trade Representative Katherine Tai argued the action was due to China’s “unfair technology transfer-related policies and practices that continue to burden US commerce and harm workers and businesses.” …

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China proposes fresh export controls on EV technology after gallium, germanium ban

U.S. probes China chip industry on 'anticompetitive' concerns

Flat world is nothing but a utopia

Flat world is nothing but a utopia

Joe Biden to announce Chinese semiconductor probe in coming days

Suchi Semicon begins chip plant without Centre’s incentive, plans $100 mn investment in 3 yrs

AI semicon, quantum computing to play key role in making Telangana $1 trillion economy

HK must act decisively to cement its I&T push

HK must act decisively to cement its I&T push

Tech wars: Why has China banned exports of rare minerals to US?

AI and semiconductors: China hits out at latest US effort to block Beijing’s access to chip technology

Commerce Department to reduce Intel’s funding on semiconductors

Assam’s Semiconductor Plant: A Game-Changer for India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem

NATO’s Tech Scouts Are Fortifying Europe for a World With Donald Trump

The changing pecking order in semiconductors

Jaishankar meets Singapore Deputy PM, discusses ties with focus on green energy, semiconductors

Syrma SGS Technologies Targets $1 Billion Revenue by FY27

World's Second Largest Mobile Producer, India Emerges As Global Semiconductor Powerhouse

India, Singapore sign MoUs related to digital technology, semiconductors

PM Modi Singapore Visit: Narendra Modi meets Singapore counterpart Wong

PM Modi to visit Singapore soon; semiconductors added to ministerial roundtable agenda

EU approves Germany's 5-bln-euro subsidy for semiconductor plant

Intel Layoffs: Tech Firm Plans To Fire Thousands Of Employees, Says Report

US tariff war on China subverts WTO rules