Keywords: Semiconductors


AI chipmaker Cerebras targets strong valuation in US IPO push

Artificial intelligence chipmaker Cerebras Systems is preparing to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in the United States, with expected share pricing set between $115 and $125. The move marks a renewed effort to enter public markets after a previous attempt was withdrawn last year. The company......

SK Hynix shares surge on strong AI data center investment outlook

Shares of SK Hynix jumped significantly, gaining around 12% as investor confidence strengthened following upbeat signals from major U.S. technology firms. The rally highlights the growing importance of artificial intelligence in shaping global financial markets. The surge was largely supported by foreign......

Chinese tech giants rush to secure Huawei AI chips after DeepSeek V4 launch

Demand for advanced artificial intelligence chips in China has surged following the release of a new AI model, prompting major technology firms to secure supply from Huawei. According to industry sources, leading Chinese companies including ByteDance, Tencent, and Alibaba are actively seeking to place......

Marvell shares rise on reports of AI chip development talks with Google

Marvell Technology shares rose sharply in premarket trading on Monday after reports that Google is in discussions with the chip designer to develop two new artificial intelligence chips aimed at improving the efficiency of AI model processing. According to industry reports, the potential collaboration......

U.S. lawmakers revise bill aimed at Chinese chipmaking industry

U.S. lawmakers have revised proposed legislation aimed at restricting China’s access to advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment, scaling back some of the more expansive measures included in earlier drafts. The updated proposal reflects ongoing debates over how far export controls should......

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......