Samsung Electronics to Manufacture 2nm AI Chips for Japanese Startup Preferred Networks
July 09, 2024 – In a groundbreaking move, Samsung Electronics has revealed its successful collaboration with Japanese AI startup Preferred Networks. The tech giant has secured a deal to provide Preferred Networks with a comprehensive, turnkey semiconductor solution dubbed Interposer-Cube S (I-Cube S), leveraging cutting-edge 2nm GAA process technology and advanced 2.5D packaging techniques. This…
Kantar BrandZ Report: AMD Surpasses Intel in Brand Value, NVIDIA Tops Growth Chart
July 09, 2024 – In a major shakeup of the tech industry, AMD has emerged victorious over Intel in the prestigious Kantar BrandZ’s “Most Valuable Global Brands 2024” ranking, while NVIDIA takes the spotlight for its remarkable brand value growth. This development underscores the profound impact of the AI revolution on the technology landscape. AMD’s…
BYD and Ayvens Forge Partnership to Offer Electric Fleet Solutions to European Businesses
July 09, 2024 – In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, BYD Motor Company and Ayvens, an international sustainable mobility services provider, inked a strategic collaboration Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on July 2nd at BYD’s Shenzhen headquarters. This partnership heralds a new era in the provision of diversified and multifaceted electric vehicles (EVs) to European…
Apple Reportedly Revives iPad Production Plans in India, Hinting at Mac Line Expansion
July 09, 2024 – A groundbreaking revelation by Moneycontrol yesterday, July 8, indicates that Apple Inc. is reassessing its strategy for iPad production in India, buoyed by robust government incentives and other compelling factors. The Indian government, in a bid to bolster domestic IT manufacturing, is poised to unveil a comprehensive package of rewards and…
TSMC Customers Agree to Price Hike for Reliable Supply
July 08, 2024 – According to a report recently released by Macquarie Securities, most of TSMC’s customers have agreed to an increase in foundry prices in exchange for reliable supply, which is expected to drive TSMC’s gross profit margin to climb further. Analysts estimate that TSMC’s gross profit margin will rise to 55.1% in 2025…
Samsung Faces Chip Production Disruption as Over 6,500 Workers Strike for Higher Wages and Bonus Adjustments
July 08, 2024 – Over 6,500 workers at Samsung Electronics have walked off their jobs today, demanding higher wages and adjustments to the performance-based bonus system. The strike, led by the Korean labor union, is intended to convey these demands to Samsung management through a three-day protest. Negotiations between the two parties regarding salary and…
First Model Featuring Honda-Sony EV Chassis to Hit the Market in 2026
July 08, 2024 – Honda and Sony have announced their collaboration to share an electric vehicle (EV) chassis, marking a significant step in the automotive industry. The two companies plan to introduce this shared chassis system in their North American models starting from 2026. The chassis, often referred to as the backbone of a car,…
Gurman Reveals: Apple Watch Series 10 to Be Bigger, Slimmer, But New Health Features May Be Delayed
July 08, 2024 – Apple is gearing up for a significant revamp of its Apple Watch line this year, with reports indicating that the upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 will feature a larger screen, a slimmer design, and a more powerful processor. However, the tech giant has encountered some hurdles in introducing new health-related functionalities….
HMD Global Revives Nokia’s Colorful Polycarbonate Wired Headphones from the 2012 Era
July 08, 2024 – According to recent leaks from the source @HMDMeme, HMD Global is set to release a remake of the popular Nokia Lumia smartphone, dubbed the “Skyline.” This upcoming device is not only a nod to the past but also packs impressive modern specifications. The Skyline is rumored to be powered by the…
Huawei Dominates 5G Competitiveness for Six Years: Excels in All Five Key Areas
July 05, 2024 – For the sixth consecutive year, Huawei has been named the leader in the 2024 “5G RAN Competitiveness Evaluation Report” released by the globally renowned consulting firm, GlobalData. The report comprehensively evaluated RAN equipment providers across five key dimensions: AAU, RRU, millimeter wave, BBU, and energy efficiency, and Huawei emerged as the…