Recent #technology news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark dismisses DeepSeek's recent hype as 'perhaps a bit overblown';
➁ Clark acknowledges DeepSeek's 'clever algorithmic ideas' but suggests it is 'six to eight months behind US frontier companies';
➂ DeepSeek's cost-efficient model training has boosted confidence in China's AI industry;
➃ Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls for tighter chip exports to China in response to DeepSeek's success.
➀ Huawei is constructing an advanced chip production line in Shenzhen as part of a network of semiconductor facilities aimed at reducing China's reliance on foreign technology.
➁ The facilities, located in Guanlan, are part of a broader effort by Huawei to become a semiconductor leader and challenge the US in technology development.
➂ The sites are operated by Huawei, SiCarrier, and SwaySure, with financial backing from the Shenzhen government and support from local engineering teams.
➀ Singaporean prosecutors have been granted an additional eight weeks to deepen their investigation into a fraud case involving Nvidia Corp. chips.
➁ The case involves three men accused of shipping servers with Nvidia chips to China, which is prohibited under US export controls.
➂ The prosecutors may bring additional charges as they seek more evidence to support the case.
➀ DigiTech ASEAN Thailand & AI Connect 2025 will take place from November 19th to 21st, 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, following a successful edition in 2024.
➁ The event aims to connect global tech and digital markets, focusing on six key sectors including AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and smart solutions.
➂ Thailand's digital economy is projected to grow significantly, with strong government support and increasing demand for digital tools and solutions.
➀ IBM has unveiled the new z17 Telum II processor module;
➁ The processor module is cut open for materials analysis;
➂ IBM's Fishkill facility provided a unique opportunity to see the hardware down to the silicon atom level.
➀ Qualcomm has filed a countersuit against Arm for hearing in Q1 2026.
➁ Qualcomm claims Arm has breached the contract by misrepresenting the relationship with its customers and not delivering IP.
➂ Qualcomm also accuses Arm of interfering with its business and not licensing IP at reasonable prices.
➀ Electronic Design’s editors bring back the latest innovative products from the IEEE’s APEC 2025 conference;
➁ Highlighting disruptive technologies and significant industry news;
➂ A special edition of PowerBites covers the event in detail.
➀ The 45th Symposium on VLSI Technology & Circuits will be held in Kyoto, Japan from June 8-12, 2025;
➁ Topics include DRAM technology innovation, VLSI for AI growth, and challenges in semiconductor design technologies;
➂ The program features joint focus sessions, short courses, and panel discussions on sustainability and education.
NTT has developed the world's first lightning triggering and guidance system using drones, aiming to protect cities and infrastructure from lightning damage. The system has successfully undergone trials and is expected to be installed in key locations to prevent damage. NTT's drones are equipped with lightning-resistant cages and have demonstrated the ability to intercept lightning safely.