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Following Intel's announcement to postpone the construction of a wafer fab in Germany, American chip maker Wolfspeed also shelved its plan to build a semiconductor factory in Ensdorf, Germany.

TechInsights predicts that by 2025, laptops based on Arm architecture processors will account for 20% of global laptop shipments, and by 2029, this proportion will double to more than 40%, which means that the x86 architecture large-scale transformation

The semiconductor industry's relentless pursuit of smaller, faster chips is driving a surge in demand for high-purity quartz components. As manufacturers worldwide expand their production capabilities and adopt advanced technologies like EUV lithography and HAR etching, quartz is emerging as a critical material. With major players investing heavily in R&D and expanding their fabs, the future of the quartz market looks promising. While challenges like supply chain disruptions and environmental regulations persist, the overall trend is undeniably positive.

According to the latest report released by the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) earlier this week, global semiconductor sales reached US$53.1 billion in August 2024, a year-on-year increase of 20.6% and a month-on-month increase of 3.5%, setting a record high in total sales.

The latest data from Canalys shows that Lenovo continues to maintain its leading position in the global PC market. In the third quarter of 2024, Lenovo's global PC shipments reached 16.5 million units, a year-on-year increase of 3%, and its market share increased to 24.8%......

The FICCI report reveals a $15 billion investment opportunity from Taiwan in India’s key manufacturing sectors, including electronics, semiconductors, renewable energy, and automotive components. Taiwan's advanced technology aligns with India's goals for local production under Make in A new report by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) reveals a $15 billion investment opportunity from Taiwan in India's key manufacturing sectors. As India scales up its manufacturing capabilities, Taiwan, renowned for its technological expertise, is emerging as a critical partner. Targeted sectors include electronics, semiconductors, renewable energy, and automotive components—integral to India’s industrial transformation. 

Vietnam has unveiled an ambitious plan to become a global semiconductor powerhouse, aiming to build three chip manufacturing plants and over 20 packaging and testing facilities.

India is set to unlock $117 billion in untapped export potential, targeting over 30 countries across key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, automobiles, engineering goods, textiles, and agriculture. Major markets like the U.S., UAE, and emerging economies in Africa and Southeast Asia offer significant growth opportunities. With government support through initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme and free trade agreements, India aims to expand its global trade presence and strengthen its economy. This initiative aligns with India's broader strategy to boost manufacturing and reduce dependency on imports.

The U.S. Department of Energy has committed over $3 billion to 25 projects aimed at boosting advanced battery production and critical materials supply across the country. Focusing on expanding domestic manufacturing of lithium-ion and solid-state batteries, securing key materials like lithium and cobalt, advancing recycling techniques, and funding research to improve battery performance. Additionally, the initiative supports workforce development to meet the growing demand in the energy storage industry, aligning with the nation's clean energy goals and reducing reliance on foreign supply chains.

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded $269 million for 33 Microelectronics Commons projects, focusing on secure IoT, 5G/6G communications, AI hardware, quantum technologies, and electromagnetic warfare. These projects include a cross-hub Electronic Design Automation solution that provides access to leading tools from Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens, Keysight, and Ansys, aimed at accelerating innovation in microelectronics and enhancing national security.