Synopsys IP Processor Summit 2024

Synopsys IP Processor Summit 2024
by Daniel Nenni on 08-21-2024 at 6:00 am

Synopsys Processor Summit

Now that live events are filling up there are even more live events especially here in Silicon Valley. Synopsys, the #1 full IP provider, will host a processor summit here in Santa Clara next month. Given the popularity of anything RISC-V, I would expect this event to be very well attended so be sure and register in advance.

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CEO Interview: Anders Storm of Sivers Semiconductors

CEO Interview: Anders Storm of Sivers Semiconductors
by Daniel Nenni on 08-16-2024 at 6:00 am

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Anders Storm is the CEO of Sivers Semiconductors. Under his almost decade-long leadership, the company has experienced significant growth, solidifying its position as a key player in the global semiconductor industry. With expertise in wifi communications, 5G, and photonics, he drives the company’s corporate strategy, … Read More


Emerging Memories Overview

Emerging Memories Overview
by Daniel Nenni on 08-15-2024 at 10:00 am

ReRAM History 2024

This year’s Future of Memory and Storage Conference (formerly the Flash Memory Summit) was again very well attended. The Santa Clara Convention Center is definitely the place to be for a Silicon Valley Conference.

This post is about the Emerging Memories session organized by Dave Eggleston. We will be covering other sessions… Read More


CEO Interview: Zeev Collin of Semitech Semiconductor

CEO Interview: Zeev Collin of Semitech Semiconductor
by Daniel Nenni on 08-14-2024 at 10:00 am

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Zeev Collin is a seasoned technology executive and serial entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in executive management across international semiconductor companies and startups. Prior to co-founding Semitech, Zeev co-founded and successfully exited two ventures focused on vehicle and trailer tracking devices.… Read More


WEBINAR: Silicon Area Matters!

WEBINAR: Silicon Area Matters!
by Daniel Nenni on 08-14-2024 at 8:00 am

SemiWiki Flex Logix Webinar

When designing IP for system-on-chip (SoC) and application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) implementations, IP designers strive for perfection. Optimal engineering often yields the smallest die area, thereby reducing both cost and power consumption while maximizing performance.

Similarly, when incorporating embedded… Read More


CEO Interview: Yogish Kode of Glide Systems

CEO Interview: Yogish Kode of Glide Systems
by Daniel Nenni on 08-09-2024 at 6:00 am

Yogish Kode

Yogish Kode is a senior solutions architect with substantial experience in product lifecycle management for over 20 years. His focus has been on semiconductor PLM and IP management. Prior to founding Glide Systems, he was a global solutions architect at Dassault Systèmes, an IT lead at Xilinx, and a senior programmer/analyst… Read More


Design Automation Conference #61 Results

Design Automation Conference #61 Results
by Daniel Nenni on 08-08-2024 at 10:00 am

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This was my 40th Design Automation Conference and based on my follow-up conversations inside the semiconductor ecosystem it did not disappoint. The gauge I use for exhibitors is “qualified customer engagements” that may result in the sale of their products. This DAC was the best for that metric since the pandemic, absolutely.… Read More


CEO Interview: Pim Donkers of ARMA Instruments

CEO Interview: Pim Donkers of ARMA Instruments
by Daniel Nenni on 08-02-2024 at 6:00 am

Pim Donkers

Pim Donkers is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Switzerland-based ARMA Instruments, a technology company which produces ultra-secure communication devices.

Pim is a technology serial entrepreneur operating internationally with several successful companies in his portfolio such as his recent IT outsourcing… Read More


CEO Interview: Dr. Babak Taheri of Silvaco

CEO Interview: Dr. Babak Taheri of Silvaco
by Daniel Nenni on 07-26-2024 at 6:00 am

Babak Taheri Headshot

Babak A. Taheri, Ph.D., has served as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Silvaco board of directors from August 2019 to September 2021 and from November 2021 to present. From October 2018 to August 2019, Dr. Taheri served as our Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President of Products.

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CEO Interview: Dr. Pierre-Yves Lesaicherre of Finwave

CEO Interview: Dr. Pierre-Yves Lesaicherre of Finwave
by Daniel Nenni on 07-25-2024 at 10:00 am

Dr. Lesaicherre holds an MBA with a focus on International Business and Strategy from INSEAD, and has an MS degree and a PhD degree in Material Science from the Grenoble Institute of Technology (Grenoble INP).  He is a Board Leadership Fellow, Governance Fellow and Director Certified for NACD (National Association of Corporate… Read More