➀ Littelfuse launched the DFNAK3 Series High-Power TVS Diodes, featuring a compact DFN package with 3 kA surge current protection and a 70% smaller footprint;

➁ Designed to meet IEC 61000-4-5 Level 4 standards, the diodes are ideal for Power over Ethernet (PoE), data center power supplies, and industrial DC systems in harsh environments;

➂ The surface-mount design supports automated PCB assembly, enabling high-density layouts while maintaining robust surge protection for critical applications.

➀ Global semiconductor fab investment is forecast to reach $1.5 trillion from 2024 to 2030, driven by government subsidies and AI-driven server/network market growth, with AI accelerators projected to dominate 50% of datacentre semiconductor revenue;

➁ The automotive industry, fueled by EVs and autonomous driving, may see GaN/SiC power semiconductors exceed 60% share by 2030, while AI applications in home appliances (e.g., AR/VR) will boost demand for power-efficient chips;

➂ A talent gap of 100,000 engineers by 2030 and collaborative ecosystem transformations (fabless firms, foundries, IP vendors) are critical challenges and enablers for the semiconductor sector.

➀ Rohm launched the TLR1901GXZ, a nano-power rail-to-rail op-amp in a 910×800μm WLCSP package for sensors in compact devices like wearables and motion detectors;

➁ Operating at 1.7–5.5V with 160nA typical current, it offers 400Hz gain-bandwidth and 300V/s slew rate but lacks detailed ESD protection specifications;

➂ Includes an ultra-compact 2.4×2.9mm evaluation board and targets applications requiring minimal power and space.

➀ Texas Instruments (TI) introduces the industry's most sensitive in-plane Hall-effect switch, detecting magnetic fields as low as 1mT for compact, cost-effective designs;

➁ Features ultra-low power consumption (0.6 μA) and integrated signal amplification, ideal for battery-powered devices like smart appliances and security systems;

➂ Supported by developer tools for rapid prototyping, it replaces traditional sensors (e.g., reed switches) and enhances TI’s magnetic sensing portfolio.

➀ Fraunhofer IZM and Akhetonics collaborate on the SPOC project to develop an all-optical quantum processor using advanced packaging technologies like thin-glass interposers and photonic wire bonding;

➁ Optical processors leverage photons for higher bandwidth, energy efficiency (up to 60x improvement), and scalability compared to traditional electronic systems;

➂ The SPOC project, funded by Investitionsbank Berlin, aims to deliver the first fully optical quantum processor by 2026 through iterative testing and hybrid material integration.

➀ Sundance Multiprocessor and Etion Create introduced the Cheetah Tactical Router, the first military-grade L2/3 switch/router for harsh environments like military vehicles;

➁ It supports the VNX+ standard, enabling cryptographic security, video processing, and diverse connectivity interfaces (Tactical Data Link, PoE, etc.);

➂ Samtec provides high-speed SEARAY connectors for the router, ensuring 56 Gbps performance, with customization available through Sundance.

➀ PI introduces a Nanopositioning & Micropositioning Essentials portfolio, offering fast delivery and volume discounts for OEMs in research, automation, and manufacturing;

➁ Key products include hexapods, precision actuators, and motorized stages for applications like microscopy, metrology, and laser processing;

➂ Highlights PI's expertise in high-precision motion control for industries such as semiconductors, photonics, and robotics, backed by technical support and scalable solutions.

➀ Multimodal AI integrates diverse data types (images, text, audio) for advanced applications, projected to drive innovation across industries over five years;

➁ AI TRiSM ensures ethical AI deployment through governance, security, and privacy protections, addressing challenges conventional methods miss;

➂ Gartner highlights both technologies at the 'Peak of Inflated Expectations,' urging organizations to adopt layered AI TRiSM solutions.

➀ Latest CHIIPS podcast episode features Dr. Kelly Scanlon discussing sustainability in electronics manufacturing;

➁ Focus on circular economy, Evolve project, and global industry collaboration for sustainable practices;

➂ Highlights the role of the Global Electronics Association (formerly IPC) in driving environmental initiatives.

➀ Global semiconductor sales reached $62.1 billion in July 2025, marking a 20.6% year-on-year increase and a 3.6% month-on-month growth;

➁ The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) reported sustained demand across sectors, particularly in automotive and computing applications;

➂ The data highlights the industry's continued recovery and expansion amid evolving market dynamics.

➀ Global foundry revenue hit a record $41.7B in 2Q25, up 14.6% QoQ, driven by China's consumer subsidies and early inventory buildup;

➁ TSMC dominated with 70% market share as capacity utilization and wafer shipments surged;

➂ TrendForce highlights stronger H2 demand from new smartphone/PC launches and AI server deployments.

➀ Polymer hybrid capacitors combine liquid electrolyte and conductive polymer, offering lower equivalent series resistance (ESR) and enhanced reliability for high-performance applications;

➁ These capacitors excel in automotive, industrial, and telecom systems due to their durability, high-temperature tolerance, and vibration resistance;

➂ TAIYO YUDEN provides diverse product lines optimized for demanding environments, ensuring stable performance in automotive ECUs, power electronics, and compact consumer devices.

➀ Electronics Weekly celebrates 65 years since its 1960 launch, documenting the UK's early semiconductor industry, space projects, and evolving technology trends.

➁ The publication transitioned from print to digital platforms, including a website (1999), podcasts (CHIIPs), and multimedia content, expanding its global readership across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

➂ It established industry-recognized initiatives like the Elektra Awards, BrightSparks, and Women Leaders in Electronics Awards, maintaining its role as a trusted source for electronics industry news and analysis.

➀ Fraunhofer IAF developed a 70nm GaN transistor technology achieving record efficiency under satellite conditions, enabling compact active antennas for high-bitrate data transfer in Ka-, Q-, and W-bands;

➁ The technology demonstrates high linearity and power efficiency (58.6% peak efficiency at 38 GHz), meeting ESA standards for satellite communications, and aims to support resilient global networks;

➂ Results from projects like Magellan and GANYDEM170 will be showcased at EuMW 2025, alongside other GaN-based RF electronics advancements.

➀ Fraunhofer IAF developed 70nm GaN HEMT transistors with 58.6% power-added efficiency at 38 GHz, setting a record under satellite conditions;

➁ The technology enables compact active antennas for high-bitrate data transfers in Ka/Q/W-bands, supporting global satellite communication networks;

➂ Achievements validated under ESA standards and presented at EuMW 2025, highlighting applications in GEO/LEO satellites and 6G systems.

➀ UZH researchers developed a superconducting nanowire single-photon detector (SNSPD) to search for light dark matter particles below 1 MeV, achieving sensitivity to 1/10th of an electron's mass;

➁ The device detects photon-induced changes in superconducting nanowires, marking the first exploration of ultra-low-mass dark matter with this technology;

➂ Future plans include optimizing SNSPD for smaller particle detection and underground deployment to mitigate background radiation interference.

➀ The EU-funded PEARL consortium achieved over 21% efficiency for flexible perovskite solar cells using advanced R2R manufacturing, with institutions like ICIX and VTT developing surface treatments and greener processes;

➁ Durability tests confirmed stability over 2,000 hours in harsh conditions, while sustainable practices, including carbon electrodes and material recycling, reduced the carbon footprint by 50%;

➂ The project aims to optimize large-scale production for applications like building-integrated photovoltaics, with demonstrations planned at the EU PVSEC 2025 conference.

➀ The PEARL Consortium achieved over 21% efficiency in flexible perovskite solar cells using advanced materials and roll-to-roll (R2R) pilot manufacturing;

➁ Sustainability efforts, including carbon electrodes and recycled PET, reduced carbon footprint by over 50%;

➂ The consortium plans to optimize R2R processes and expand real-world applications like building-integrated photovoltaics and IoT.

➀ ROHM has developed the TLR1901GXZ, an ultra-compact CMOS op amp with the industry's lowest operating current (160nA), targeting space-constrained and battery-powered devices like wearables and industrial sensors.

➁ The op amp features a miniature WLCSP package (under 1mm²) and high precision with low input offset voltage (0.55mV max), ensuring reliable performance in applications such as motion detectors and IoT environmental sensors.

➂ ROHM plans to further enhance op amp technology by reducing noise, expanding voltage ranges, and leveraging process innovations to support energy-efficient solutions across industries.

➀ Study reveals organic solar cells exhibit unexpected 're-entrant mixing' where polymer-SMA blends separate when heated and remix when cooled, challenging classical material models;

➁ Researchers developed an advanced framework incorporating free volume and glass transition temperature to explain phase behavior, enabling better prediction of solar cell stability;

➂ This breakthrough paves the way for designing high-efficiency organic solar cells with improved thermal stability for renewable energy applications.