Tag: industry
Middle East Conflict Risks Shortage of Critical Material for Semiconductor Manufacturing
Ongoing tensions in the Middle East threaten supplies of a key material vital to chipmakers, adding to existing concerns over LNG, helium, and bromine.
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Top 10 Fabless Chipmakers Boost Revenue by 44% in 2025, Nvidia Leads the Pack
In 2025, the leading fabless semiconductor developers saw a combined 44% revenue increase, with Nvidia maintaining the top spot.
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xAI Now Solely Led by Elon Musk After Departure of Last Co-Founder
xAI, the AI startup founded by Elon Musk, has lost its final co-founder, leaving Musk as the sole leader amid ongoing industry workforce shifts.
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Global PC Shipments Projected to Decline 5% in 2026 Amid Rising Memory Costs
Worldwide PC shipments are set to drop 5% in 2026 due to increased memory prices, with Apple and gamers seen as key demand drivers.
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Nintendo Cuts Switch 2 Production Targets Amid Sluggish US Sales
Nintendo reduces Switch 2 production plans by 50% in the current quarter due to weaker than expected sales performance in the United States.
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Samsung and SK hynix Explore New Helium Supply Options Amid Middle East Conflict
Due to disruptions in Middle East helium supplies, Samsung and SK hynix are seeking additional sources in the US and Russia to support semiconductor production.
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Jeff Bezos Aims to Raise $100 Billion for AI Startup Project Prometheus
Jeff Bezos is seeking $100 billion in funding for Project Prometheus, an AI startup focused on enhancing industrial productivity.
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Apple iPhone Sales Rise by 23% Despite Overall Smartphone Market Decline in China
Smartphone shipments in China dropped by 4% early in 2026, while Apple’s iPhone sales surged 23% during the same period.
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Rising Silver Costs Drive Price Increases in Passive Electronic Components
Murata announces price hikes on passive electronic components amid rising silver costs, expanding industry-wide price pressure beyond memory and storage devices.
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Key Metals for Chip Manufacturing See Prices Surge Amid Supply Disruptions
Prices of essential metals for semiconductor production have more than doubled due to supply chain issues and geopolitical tensions.
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Scientists Discover Aluminum Compound That Could Replace Gold and Platinum Catalysts
A newly identified aluminum compound shows promise as an alternative to expensive gold and platinum catalysts in various chemical reactions.
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Top Chinese University Graduates Shift Careers from IT and Finance to Industry and Energy Sectors
New employment data reveals a notable rise in top Chinese university graduates choosing careers in manufacturing and energy over IT and finance.
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