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GlobalFoundries acquires MIPS
GlobalFoundries will acquire MIPS to integrate RISC-V-based CPU and AI IP into its portfolio, shifting from a pure-play foundry to a provider of complete compute solutions.
AI boom drives explosive demand for leading-edge process nodes
Surging adoption of AI, next-generation technologies is driving semiconductor makers to expand 7nm and more advanced production capacity by 69% through 2028.
Semiconductor industry faces critical talent crisis
News Analysis The semiconductor industry is experiencing strong growth and soaring demand, but a worsening shortage of engineers, managers, and technical talent threatens to undermine its ability to grow further.
GlobalFoundries announces $16 billion U.S. chip production spend
Contract fab GlobalFoundries has announced a commitment to spend $16 billion on plant expansion and advanced packaging research. The move comes with no expected spending date.
China's rare earth export restrictions threaten global chipmaking supply chains
News Analysis China's latest export restrictions on Scandium and Dysprosium threaten to disrupt global supply chains for major tech players, but also emphasize potential weaknesses of its anti-sanctions approach.
Trump's tariffs on chipmaking tools could make U.S.-made processors more expensive
A major hit on domestic chipmakers?
Russian spy infiltrates ASML and NXP to steal technical data necessary to build 28nm-capable fabs
A Russian engineer is accused of leaking confidential technical data from ASML, NXP, TSMC, and GlobalFoundries to Russia, allegedly to support construction of a 28nm-capable fab.
GlobalFoundries mulls UMC takeover in effort dubbed 'Project Ultron'
A new foundry that could challenge TSMC?
