Examining the dynamics of advanced semiconductor manufacturing, from research and development to the competition for cutting-edge equipment and securing orders, major players such as TSMC, Samsung, and Intel are constantly in action. Simultaneously, newcomer Rapidus is making a strong entrance. The ...

As the Japanese government injects substantial funds to revitalize its semiconductor industry, the dynamics of the Japanese semiconductor industry have been a global focus. TrendForce, during this year's SEMICON Japan, organized its first overseas industry-focused information seminar, delving into t...

SEMICON Japan, commenced on the 13th, with key participants including Rapidus, tasked with revitalizing advanced semiconductor manufacturing in Japan, major equipment manufacturers Advantest, Japanese material giants Kyocera, Sekisui Chemical, and the Semiconductor Equipment Association of Japan (SE...

The growing importance of advanced processes in wafer foundries is evident, propelled by innovations like AI and high-performance computing. While 3nm chips have entered the consumer market, efforts are underway in wafer foundries to advance to 2nm chips. Recent reports suggest progress in 1nm chips...

According to a report by Bloomberg, Yoshihiro Seki, Secretary-General of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and a member of the Japanese parliament, has announced that the government is planning to allocate an additional ¥900 billion for the construction of TSMC's Fab 2 in Kumamoto, Japan. Further...