➀ STMicroelectronics has unveiled its fourth-generation STPOWER silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET technology; ➁ The technology is designed for traction inverters in electric vehicles (EVs), offering improved power efficiency and power density; ➂ The new SiC MOSFETs are particularly beneficial for next-gen EV traction inverters, improving performance and energy savings.

➀ STMicroelectronics introduces Page EEPROM, a new memory device offering the power efficiency of EEPROM and the capacity and speed of flash memory; ➁ The new Page EEPROM is designed for ultra-low-power IoT modules and solves the EEPROM-versus-flash debate with a lower-power alternative; ➂ It boasts power efficiency exceeding most rival EEPROMs, high performance with a 320Mb/s read speed, and longevity with 100-year data retention and 500,000-cycle write endurance; ➃ STMicro has launched three models of Page EEPROM: M95P08, M95P16, and M95P32, with support for byte-level operations and page programming; ➄ The X-NUCLEO-PGEEZ1 evaluation board hosts a M95P32 Page EEPROM and is accessible over an SPI bus for rapid experimentation.

➀ The UK Ministry of Defence has purchased the former Fujitsu fab in Newton Aycliffe for £20 million to produce GaAs ICs for military use. The facility will be renamed Octric Semiconductors UK. ➁ Hynix has started mass production of a 36GB 12-layer HBM3E memory, increasing capacity by 50% compared to the previous eight-layer product. ➃ Powerchip Semiconductor has abandoned its plan to build a fab in Japan and is now planning to build one in India.

➀ Avnet Silica outlines its strategy for supporting customers’ compliance with the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA); ➁ The company provides a range of device management and provisioning services; ➂ Avnet Silica is leading a series of workshops across Europe to cover compliance issues.

➀ BEC Distribution announces the availability of high-quality alternatives for STMicroelectronics and onsemi IGBT transistors. ➁ The transistors offer maximum reliability with high-voltage, high-current characteristics. ➂ They are designed for high-power applications with a low-power input, making them ideal for power conversion, such as inverters for air conditioners, refrigerators, and industrial motors.

➀ ST has joined Quintauris, a RISC-V facilitator, as its sixth shareholder. ➁ Quintauris aims to advance the adoption of RISC-V-based products. ➂ Initial applications will focus on the automotive sector, with plans to expand to mobile and IoT.

➀ Several companies, including Intel, MediaTek, and STMicroelectronics, project a modest 1% revenue growth for Q3 2024. ➁ The semiconductor market saw an 18% increase in the first half of 2024, driving robust growth for the full year. ➂ Forecasts for 2024 range from 14.4% to 20.7%, with a deceleration expected in 2025, ranging from 11.0% to 15.6%.

1. PoE technology allows power and data to be transmitted over Ethernet cables, simplifying installation and reducing costs. 2. STMicroelectronics' reference design features a 3.3V/20A active clamp forward converter and is IEEE 802.3bt compliant. 3. The PM8805 interface enhances operational flexibility and compatibility in various networking environments.

1. STMicroelectronics introduces the VL53L4ED ToF sensor for industrial applications, enhancing proximity detection in high ambient light conditions. 2. The sensor features high accuracy, compact design, and power-saving capabilities. 3. It supports various industrial tools and systems, including robot guidance and security systems.

1. STMicroelectronics introduces the ST4SIM-300, the first eSIM compliant with the GSMA's new SGP.32 standard for IoT deployments. 2. The new eSIM standard addresses specific IoT needs, including advanced features for remote SIM provisioning and simplified management of large device fleets. 3. The ST4SIM-300 is designed for security and compatibility with 5G and LPWAN devices, suitable for applications like smart meters and medical wearables.

1. STMicroelectronics has introduced the TSB952, a high-speed dual operational amplifier suitable for industrial and automotive applications. 2. The TSB952 features a 52MHz gain-bandwidth product and a low supply current of 3.3mA per channel at 36V, designed for power-conscious applications. 3. It supports a wide supply voltage range from 4.5V to 36V and offers robust performance against transient spikes and voltage drops, available in compact DFN8 and popular SO8 packages.

1. STMicroelectronics maintained its position as the top supplier of SiC devices with a 32.6% market share in 2023. 2. The SiC market, heavily influenced by EV sales, is expected to slow down significantly in 2024. 3. Major players like ST, onsemi, Infineon, Wolfspeed, and ROHM are expanding their SiC production capacities and strategic partnerships to enhance market competitiveness.