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➀ Worldwide silicon wafer shipments grew 2.2% YoY to 2,896 million square inches (MSI) in Q1 2025;

➁ Shipments declined 9.0% quarter-over-quarter compared to Q4 2024;

➂ SEMI Silicon Manufacturers Group (SMG) released the quarterly analysis of silicon wafer industry trends.

➀ The article presents an interview with Scott Bulbrook, President of DA-Integrated, discussing the company's role in the semiconductor industry;

➁ DA-Integrated was founded to address gaps in test development services for advanced Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs);

➂ The company's vision has evolved to adapt to changing demands, focusing on cutting-edge semiconductor testing solutions.

➀ UCIe drives modern chip design with high-bandwidth data transfer, thermal efficiency, and reduced leakage;

➁ Integrates bioinspired advancements, system co-optimization, and 3D packaging to transform AI, HPC, and consumer electronics;

➂ Advances optical I/O to push technological boundaries in semiconductor innovation.

➀ Aion Silicon (formerly Sondrel) rebrands to focus on advanced SoC and ASIC solutions;

➁ Leverages decades of expertise to address complex semiconductor development challenges;

➂ Introduces new leadership team and vision to enhance customer-centric chip design services.

➀ Certus Semiconductor has announced an official partnership with TSMC to join the TSMC Intellectual Property (IP) Alliance program;

➁ The program is a key element of the TSMC Open Innovation Platform® (OIP);

➂ The partnership aims to enhance custom I/O and ESD solutions for the semiconductor industry.

➀ QuickLogic's eFPGA IP is now integrated into Faraday's FlashKit™-22RRAM SoC development platform;

➁ The collaboration provides designers with unmatched flexibility and adaptability;

➂ The integration aims to enhance IoT edge solutions.

➀ TSMC unveiled its next-generation logic process technology, A14, at the North America Technology Symposium;

➁ A14 represents a significant advancement over TSMC's N2 process;

➂ It is designed to enhance AI transformation with faster computing and improved power efficiency.

➀ KeyASIC, a leading ASIC design services company, has partnered with AnySilicon;

➁ The collaboration aims to expand KeyASIC's marketing reach;

➂ Access to AnySilicon's extensive network of potential customers seeking ASIC design solutions is provided.

➀ The transition from silicon-based components to GaN technology is reshaping the electronics industry;

➁ GaN HEMTs provide superior efficiency and improved thermal management over traditional semiconductors;

➂ This guide is tailored for engineers and enthusiasts in modern electronics.

➀ In the fast-evolving field of electronic design, ensuring the correct operation of complex mixed-signal designs is more critical than ever.

➁ Mixed-signal verification, or AMS verification, is at the core of this challenge, bridging the gap between analog and digital designs in a more digital world.

➂ As these technologies become more complex, understanding AMS verification becomes increasingly important.

➀ The DFN (Dual Flat No-leads) and QFN (Quad Flat No-leads) packages are gaining popularity in high-performance applications due to their compact size and advanced circuitry support.

➁ These packages are used in a wide range of applications, from consumer electronics to automotive systems.

➂ Understanding their specifications can significantly enhance design strategies and product development.

➀ Vertex Growth, a Singapore-based growth-stage venture capital fund, has announced a €10M investment in Dolphin Semiconductor;

➁ The investment aims to support and accelerate the growth strategy of Dolphin Semiconductor;

➂ Dolphin Semiconductor is a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions specializing in mixed-signal IP design.

➀ GS Microelectronics (GSME) has secured $18 million in growth investment;

➁ The investment is from a consortium of strategic partners and technology funds;

➂ The funds will be used to fuel GSME's growth plans including portfolio diversification and global service expansion.

➀ Omni Design Technologies announced the availability of its high-precision PVT monitor;

➁ The ODT-PVT-ULP-001C-3 integrates seamlessly with a single core-voltage supply and a digital interface;

➂ The monitor supports 3nm technology and single core-voltage supply rail process.

➀ Hailo, a pioneering chipmaker of edge AI processors, has selected Avnet ASIC as its silicon channel partner for future chip production.

➁ Avnet ASIC is a leading provider of ASIC and SoC full turnkey solutions and a business division of Avnet Silica.

➂ The collaboration is for future chips to be produced using TSMC's silicon technology.

➀ Tell me a bit about your background? How did you first get started with SmartSoC Solutions?

➁ After completing my education in engineering, I started my career in the semiconductor industry, working on silicon design and implementation.

➃ Over the years, I gained...

➀ Cyient, a global engineering and technology solutions provider, has launched its fully owned semiconductor subsidiary, Cyient Semiconductors.

➁ The move aims to strengthen Cyient's commitment to innovation and excellence in the global semiconductor market.

➂ Cyient Semiconductors will leverage Cyient's expertise in semiconductor design.

➀ imec, a leading nanoelectronics and digital technologies research center, is establishing an Advanced Chip Design Accelerator (ACDA) in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

➁ The €40 million center is funded over the next five years.

➂ The focus is on advancing automotive chiplet technology, enhancing Germany and Europe's position in this field.

➀ Taiwan's United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) has launched a new US$5 billion wafer fabrication facility in Singapore;

➁ The facility, located in the Pasir Ris Wafer Fab Park, features a 22nm wafer fabrication process;

➂ The event was attended by senior Singaporean officials, highlighting the importance of the project.