Keywords: Semiconductors


Air liquide invests in Japan to support next-generation ai chip production

French industrial group Air Liquide has announced plans to invest approximately $236 million in Japan to support the growing demand for next-generation semiconductor production, particularly for artificial intelligence applications. The investment will fund the construction and operation of two new......

Chip equipment supplier Aixtron raises 2026 outlook as demand surges

Aixtron SE has raised its revenue forecast for 2026 after stronger-than-expected demand in the optoelectronics sector boosted its business outlook. The German chip systems supplier now expects annual revenue of around €560 million, compared with its previous projection of €520 million, with......

Japan approves additional funding to boost advanced chip development

Japan has approved a significant new funding package to accelerate the development of advanced semiconductors, reinforcing its ambition to strengthen domestic chip production and reduce reliance on global supply chains. The initiative includes additional financial support for Rapidus, a key player in......

Japan’s AI ambitions attract investors beyond the tech sector

Japan’s growing role in the global artificial intelligence industry is drawing attention from investors, including those targeting companies outside the traditional technology sector. One notable example is Ajinomoto, a firm historically known for producing food seasonings but now increasingly......

China and Netherlands discuss Nexperia and trade cooperation

China has expressed its willingness to address trade and economic issues with the Netherlands through dialogue, Wang Wentao said while meeting his Dutch counterpart on the sidelines of a WTO conference in Cameroon. The discussions included bilateral cooperation in the semiconductor sector and matters......

Imec acquires advanced Asml tool to accelerate next-generation chip development

Belgian research center imec has secured a cutting-edge lithography system from ASML, marking a significant step forward in Europe’s efforts to remain competitive in the global semiconductor industry. The newly acquired machine uses High Numerical Aperture extreme ultraviolet (EUV) technology,......

India and Malaysia reaffirm commitment to deepen trade and strategic cooperation

India and Malaysia on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and expanding cooperation across a wide range of strategic sectors, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim during an official visit to the country. The meeting,......

Taiwan says it has reached a “General Consensus” with Washington on trade deal

Taiwan announced on Tuesday that it has reached a “general consensus” with the United States toward the conclusion of a long-awaited trade agreement, following months of negotiations triggered by Washington’s tariff offensive launched in early 2025. According to Taiwan’s Office......

China halts Nvidia H200 orders pending import conditions

Beijing has instructed Chinese tech firms to pause orders for Nvidia's advanced H200 AI chips while regulators finalize import requirements, according to multiple reports this week. The directive coincides with deliberations over mandating purchases of domestic chips alongside each H200 order. This......