Monthly Archives: August 2024

[News] Micron Advances in Acquiring Innolux’s Southern Taiwan Facility After TSMC Outbids It for the G5.5 Plant

According to a report from TechNews, after Innolux shut down its 5.5-generation plant last year, it initially planned to sell the facility to memory giant Micron. However, TSMC successfully acquired Innolux’s 4th Plant in Tainan and its associated facilities, with …

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AR Device Shipments Expected to Reach 25.5 Million Units by 2030, with LEDoS Technology Becoming Mainstream, Says TrendForce

TrendForce reports that global AR device shipments are projected to reach 25.5 million units by 2030—with a CAGR of 67% from 2023 to 2030—thanks to product planning by AR brands and the advancement of AI technology and application ecosystems. Among …

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[News] Rapidus Reportedly Pursues JPY 100 Billion in Bank Financing for Mass Production

As per a report from Kyodo News on August 21st, that the Japan-based chip manufacturer Rapidus is expected to begin mass production of 2nm chips by 2027. To secure the necessary funds for semiconductor production, Rapidus is reportedly seeking JPY …

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[News] Taiwanese Server Giant Wiwynn Sues Musk’s X for Unpaid Bills, Echoing MiTAC’s Past Payment Disputes

As per a report from Business Insider, Taiwanese AI server giant Wiwynn has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s social platform X (formerly Twitter), claiming it refused to pay USD 120 million for parts. However, this may not be the first time …

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[News] July FOMC Meeting Minutes Highlight Rising Labor Market Risks, Indicating Dovish Policy Outlook

The Federal Reserve released the minutes of the July FOMC meeting on August 21, providing insight into the views of Fed officials on the current economic conditions and outlook:   Inflation: Inflation has eased compared to a year ago, with …

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