➀ Despite U.S. warnings, Malaysia has been breaking records in chip imports, with nearly $2 billion worth of chips imported in March.

➁ In April, Malaysia imported nearly $3 billion worth of GPUs, setting a new record and showing a trend of triple-digit monthly increases since January 2025.

➂ Malaysia's GPU imports have reached $6.45 billion year-to-date, accounting for around 13% of Nvidia's total revenue in Q1 2024.

➀ SignOff Semiconductors, a leading provider of VLSI and Embedded Design services, has opened a new office in Penang, Malaysia.

➁ The expansion is in response to the increasing demand for semiconductor chip design services from Fortune 500 companies in Penang.

➂ The move aligns with the Malaysian government's vision to establish the country as a semiconductor hub.

➀ ASE has officially launched its fifth plant in Penang, Malaysia;

➁ The new facility will enhance the company's packaging and testing capabilities;

➂ The expansion is part of a strategic plan to increase the floor space of ASE's Malaysia facility.

➀ The semiconductor industry is witnessing a surge in investment and expansion of advanced packaging facilities;

➁ This surge is driven by the growing demand for high-performance computing and other applications;

➂ Key players are significantly expanding their capacity with the aim of substantial production increases by 2025.

➀ Malaysia has historically been involved in the semiconductor industry, focusing on backend tasks such as chip assembly, packaging, and testing;

➁ The country is seeking to become a global center for integrated circuit design and manufacturing, with a government plan to invest $107 billion in the semiconductor industry;

➂ Major companies like Intel and Infineon have invested in Malaysia, and Chinese chip companies are considering setting up operations there.