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DELO organizes Virtual Semicon Conference
DELO
Presto Engineering Joins MEDICALPS Cluster to Support Medical Device Innovations
Presto Engineering
Power electronics industry: facing rapid expansion in manufacturing capacity
YOLE Group
Mycronic appoints Nomination Committee
Mycronic AB
StratEdge Semiconductor Packages Set to Take the Spotlight at European Microwave Week and IMAPS Symposium
StratEdge Corporation
DELO introduces new microelectronics adhesive for ultra-fine structures
DELO
Boston Semi Equipment Enters Magnetic MEMS Testing Market
Boston Semi Equipment
MEMS & Imaging Sensors Summit to Highlight Innovations Driving the Next Generation of Connectivity
SEMI
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The day was Sep 16. What year was it?
Gandhi Begins Fast in Protest of Caste Separation
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In his cell at Yerovda Jail near Bombay, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi begins a hunger strike in protest of the British government's decision to separate India's electoral system by caste.
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Gandhi Begins Fast in Protest of Caste Separation
Answer: September 16, 1932
September 16, 2024
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HBM4 Feeds Generative AI's Hunger For More Memory Bandwidth
Generative AI, fueled by large language models (LLMs), accelerates computing progress. High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), especially HBM4, boosts AI workloads with exceptional data throughput and efficiency, despite increased complexity and costs.
Semiconductor Engineering
Chip Industry Week In Review
Infineon launched the first 300mm gallium nitride wafer, boosting chip production efficiency by 2.3 times over 200mm wafers. Meanwhile, Samsung began mass production of 1Tb V-NAND, and BIS proposed mandatory AI reporting for security measures and development activities.
Semiconductor Engineering
Atmospheric Plasma Simplifies Die-to-Wafer Bonding
We present a simple Die-to-Wafer bonding process enabled by atmospheric plasma, eliminating the need for complicated carrier wafers and costly vacuum plasma systems. Applications include heterogeneous 3DIC and integrated photonics.
Technical Paper
Germany strengthens semiconductor ties with Taiwan, eyes broader investment
Germany is ramping up its investment in Taiwan's semiconductor sector, a move expected to impact Europe’s tech landscape. Dr. Eva Langerbeck of the German Trade Office Taipei sees this as a key strategy for reshaping the semiconductor industry.
Digitimes
China touts home-grown chip lithography machines amid semiconductor self-sufficiency drive
China's government is highlighting advances in two domestic lithography machines designed for chip-making. Despite boasting significant technological breakthroughs & owning intellectual property rights, these machines lag behind leading global models in resolution & accuracy.
South China Morning Post
"Intel is a sick company. It has to separate manufacturing from development"
Intel's 50-year history in Israel reflects both its profound impact on the country's tech industry and the challenges ahead. As Intel faces a crisis, layoffs and restructuring could deeply affect the Israeli economy, especially given Intel's dominance in local high-tech and manufacturing.
Calcalist Tech
Ultrasonic Chips Could Cut Interference in the IoT
Researchers in Japan have developed ultrasonic circuit technology to miniaturize filters for smartphones and IoT devices, reducing wireless interference. This breakthrough promises more efficient devices as the number of connected gadgets continues to grow.
IEEE Spectrum
Is PPA Relevant Today?
Chip design optimization now goes beyond power, performance, and area (PPA), incorporating energy, thermal, and system factors. Engineers use AI-driven tools and multidisciplinary approaches to balance performance, power, and reliability amid increasing complexity.
Semiconductor Engineering
With Apple on board, OpenAI's next act could be its toughest yet
OpenAI is set for major challenges as it partners with Apple, faces criticism for shifting its mission, and prepares for the release of GPT-5. CEO Sam Altman navigates growing investor interest, internal turmoil, and mounting pressure for breakthroughs.
CNBC
Tech leaders and US officials discuss artificial intelligence infrastructure
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with U.S. officials, including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, at the White House to discuss AI infrastructure needs, emphasizing essential steps for advancing AI technology.
Taipei Times
Ex-Samsung chief strategy officer joins Arm board
Sohn Young-kwon, former president of Samsung Electronics, has rejoined the board of Arm, the U.K.-based processor IP company. Known for leading Samsung's $8 billion Harman acquisition, Sohn brings valuable expertise as Arm aims to drive innovation in AI and computing.
The Korea Times
Apple's cautious AI rollout: supply chain anticipates iPhone 16 3Q24 sales impact
Apple introduced its AI feature, Apple Intelligence, on September 10, set for an October US release. While language support for Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish arrives in 2025, its impact on market demand remains unclear until post-launch sales data emerges.
Digitimes
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