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What Year Was It?
The day was Oct 7. What year was it?
Arnold Schwarzenegger Becomes California Governor
Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is elected governor of California, the most populous state in the nation with the world's fifth-largest economy.
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What Year Was It Answer
Arnold Schwarzenegger Becomes California Governor
Answer: October 7, 2003
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TSMC signs deal with US chip test firm
TSMC teams up with Amkor Technology in Arizona to offer advanced packaging and testing services, boosting geographic flexibility for customers. This partnership strengthens TSMC's U.S. chip production, supporting AI and high-performance computing applications.
Taipei Times
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Does Water Do the Job on Its Own?
Matching a cleaning agent to the soil it cleans is key because cleaning only with deionized water may not always be effective when cleaning electronics. Download to learn more.
Technical Paper
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SK hynix poised to outpace Samsung in Q3 chip earnings
SK Hynix is poised to surpass Samsung Electronics in third-quarter semiconductor operating profit, with projections estimating a record 6.76 trillion won for SK Hynix. The company's high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, critical for AI, are driving its impressive growth.
The Korea Times
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India iPhone plant resumes work
A Tata Group factory in Tamil Nadu resumed iPhone component production after a fire temporarily halted operations. This marks the third blaze affecting Apple's supply chain in India since last year. Analysts predict potential delays in older iPhone models.
Taipei Times
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Minister lauds TSMC fab, Germany ties
Taiwan is strengthening its semiconductor ties with Europe, as emphasized by Deputy Minister François Wu during Germany's National Day event. TSMC's Dresden facility signifies a new era of trade, technology, and academic collaboration between Taiwan and Germany.
Taipei Times
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From the Editor's Desk: SiC AR Glasses to Fast AI Training
Meta's new Orion AR glasses feature cutting-edge silicon carbide (SiC) lenses, offering a wide 70° field of view. SiC’s light weight, high refractive index, and lack of optical artifacts enhance performance. Meta plans prototype testing with employees and select external audiences.
EE Times
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Top Quartz Supplier to Chipmakers Likely to Recover in 3 Months
Sibelco, supplying 80% of high-purity quartz for chips, aims to resume U.S. production within three months after Hurricane Helene halted operations. Flood damage impacts mines and workers, but inventories and alternative suppliers may cushion the disruption.
EE Times
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Chip Industry Week In Review
Amkor will deliver advanced packaging & test services to TSMC at a new Arizona facility, utilizing InFO & CoWoS technologies. President Biden fast-tracked semiconductor projects via the CHIPS Act, as the Dept. of Commerce announced a $100M AI-driven manufacturing competition.
Semiconductor Engineering
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Test Your Knowledge
What does the "CAT" in "CAT scan" stand for?
See answer below.
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Quote of the Day
"Doubt everything or believe everything: these are two equally convenient strategies. With either we dispense with the need for reflection."
Henri Poincare
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"There is always room for improvement. It's a small room with no windows or distractions. We already moved your things."
Copyright © Randy Glasbergen
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Test Your Knowledge Answer
What does the "CAT" in "CAT scan" stand for?
Answer: Computerized Axial Tomography
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