➀ The UK has developed the world's first computer-controlled gas cutting machine, marking a significant step towards automation in shipyards; ➁ The machine, built by British Oxygen-Ferranti, can reduce steel plate cutting time by at least 50% compared to conventional methods; ➂ The technology is applicable to structural engineering, locomotive building, and atomic reactor construction.

➀ SK hynix achieves a remarkable 94% revenue growth in Q3'24; ➁ Credits the surge in memory demand for AI servers; ➂ Reports a 40% increase in net income quarter-over-quarter.

➀ Corsair tease DDR5-10000 CUDIMMs for Intel's Core Ultra 200S platforms; ➁ Based on SK hynix's 24Gb memory ICs; ➂ Features XMP-10000 profile for 10,000 MT/s data transfer rate; ➃ Gear 4 mode required, with memory controller operating at 1/4 the memory's transfer rate; ➄ Also includes XMP-8400 profile for 8,400 MT/s transfer rate with lower voltage and potential higher real-world performance.

➀ Imec spin-off Brailsports is developing a platform for optimizing athlete training volumes and schedules based on data analysis; ➁ The platform uses AI models to estimate individual athlete fitness and fatigue, improving performance and reducing injury risk; ➂ The platform is currently operational at cycling team Lotto Dstny, with positive results.

➀ The storage industry is experiencing a mixed situation with the revival of DRAM and NAND, and the rise of HBM, but the industry's future is not clear and growth has slowed down; ➁ SK Hynix is optimistic about its prospects, having started mass production of 12-layer HBM3E, and is set to supply advanced chips to Nvidia; ➂ Samsung is facing challenges, with its DRAM department lagging behind SK Hynix in HBM technology; ➃ Micron's stock has seen significant fluctuations due to strong AI demand, but it still faces challenges in the HBM market; ➄ Kioxia's future is uncertain due to its ownership by SK Hynix and its failed merger with Western Digital; ➅ Western Digital is considering a split into HDD and NAND/SSD divisions due to the underperformance of its NAND business.

Hynix has started mass production of a 36GB 12-layer HBM3E memory, marking the largest capacity HBM to date. The company achieved this by stacking 12 layers of 3GB DRAM chips, making each chip 40% thinner than before and using TSV4 technology. The new product offers improved heat dissipation performance and stability compared to the previous generation, and is designed to excel in speed, capacity, and stability, crucial for AI memory.

➀ SK hynix has begun mass production of its 36GB HBM3E with 12 high dies; ➁ The new HBM3E is designed for next-generation high-performance computing and gaming applications; ➂ This marks a significant advancement in memory technology.

➀ SK hynix has started mass production of 12-Hi HBM3E memory stacks, setting the stage for next-generation AI and HPC processors; ➁ The new modules offer a peak bandwidth of 1.22 TB/s per module and a total of 9.83 TB/s with eight stacks; ➂ SK hynix is the first company to mass produce 12-Hi HBM3E memory, with plans to ship by the end of the year for AMD's Instinct MI325X and Nvidia's Blackwell Ultra.

➀ Arrow Electronics showcased a range of tools, technologies, and kits at the 2024 Hannover Maker Faire; ➁ These offerings were aimed at fostering development within the maker community; ➂ The event aimed to support innovation and creativity among makers.

➀ Samsung, SK hynix, and TSMC are set to overtake Intel in revenue in Q3 due to strong performance in data centers and AI. ➁ Intel's revenue projection is between $12.5 billion and $13.5 billion, lower than the expected earnings of TSMC and Nvidia. ➂ Nvidia's sales projection is around $32.5 billion, making it the likely leader in semiconductor sales.

➀ SK Keyfoundry, a division of SK Hynix, announces the launch of its fourth-generation 180nm BCDMOS process; ➁ The new process aims to strengthen the company's technological capabilities in power-demanding applications; ➂ The expansion in specialty foundry business is a strategic move for the company.

➀ Samsung and SK Hynix are expanding their DRAM business due to the rapid growth of AI, which is expected to make the global DRAM market surpass the foundry sector. ➁ Samsung plans to build a new production line for DRAM and HBM chips in Pyeongtaek, while SK Hynix is set to triple its investment in DRAM chips. ➂ The global memory chip market, including DRAM and NAND flash, is forecast to nearly double to $175 billion this year, driven by investments in AI data centers.

➀ SK Hynix has developed the world's first sixth-generation 10nm-class DDR5 DRAM, featuring a 16Gb module. ➁ The new 1c process is reported to be 11% faster and 9% more energy-efficient than its predecessor. ➂ SK Hynix claims this technology can reduce data center electricity bills by up to 30% due to its enhanced power efficiency.

➀ Kioxia Holdings, the world's third-largest NAND flash memory company, has applied for a listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, aiming for an October IPO with a market capitalization of over $10.4 billion. ➁ SK hynix, which has invested $3 billion in Kioxia, is expected to benefit significantly from the IPO, potentially recovering its investment and enhancing strategic cooperation. ➂ The listing is anticipated to have a limited impact on the NAND supply market, as the enterprise solid-state drive market is dominated by SK hynix and Samsung Electronics.

➀ SK hynix's Tube T31 1TB flash drive is now available at Amazon for $69, its lowest-ever price. ➁ The drive offers impressive performance with speeds up to 1,000MB/s and a 3-year warranty. ➂ Ideal for students and anyone needing portable, high-capacity storage.

➀ SK Hynix's US sales nearly tripled to $11.8 billion in H1 2024. ➁ The company's US and China operations turned profitable. ➂ Strong demand for AI chips and HBM3E contributed to the growth.

➀ SK Hynix is planning to increase DRAM prices by up to 20% in the coming quarters. ➁ The price hike is due to a shift in manufacturing resources from DRAM to high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI accelerators. ➂ This move follows an industry-wide trend of reducing DRAM production to focus on HBM, leading to a supply shortage and potential price increases for DDR5.

➀ Q2 DRAM revenues surged 24.8% q-o-q to $22.9 billion; ➁ Samsung's revenue grew 22% to $9.82 billion with a 17%-19% ASP increase; ➂ SK hynix's revenue increased 38.7% to $7.91 billion driven by HBM3e products.