For markets such as data center, high-performance computing, networking and AI accelerators the battle cry is often “copper is dead”. The tremendous demands for performance and power efficiency often lead to this conclusion. As is the case with many technology topics, things are not always the way they seem. It turns out a lot … Read More
Webinar – IP Design Considerations for Real-Time Edge AI Systems
It is well-known that semiconductor growth is driven by AI. That simple statement breaks down into many complex use cases, each with its own requirements and challenges. A webinar will be presented by Synopsys on October 23 that focuses on the specific requirements for one of the most popular use cases – AI at the edge. The speaker… Read More
WEBINAR: Design and Stability Analysis of GaN Power Amplifiers using Advanced Simulation Tools
Why should high frequency circuit designers consider stability early in the design process? Isn’t there enough to worry about just making the circuit function at the fundamental frequency?
In the past, Microwave Engineers used to solve stability problems in the lab, perhaps adding bypassing or loss in a strategic location to… Read More
The 2025 Semi Industry Forum: On the Road to a $1 Trillion Industry
The global semiconductor industry stands at a defining moment in its history. Having surpassed $600 billion in annual revenue, the path to a $1 trillion market is no longer a distant dream but an achievable milestone within the next decade. The annual 2025 Semi Industry Forum, organized by Silicon Catalyst, brings together the… Read More
SEMICON West AZ- Congress & China- Memory Madness- AI Semiconductor Tsunami
– First SEMICON in Arizona was great- should make it permanent
– Congress finally wakes up to China issues long after cows are gone
– Memory cycle in support of AI could be huge but scary at same time
– AI demand seems bottomless- but may distort chip industry dynamics
Phoenix SEMICON was wonderful!
The crowds… Read More
Podcast EP310: On Overview of the Upcoming DVCon Europe Conference and Exhibition with Dr. Mark Burton
Daniel is joined by Dr. Mark Burton, the General Chair for this year’s DVCon Europe. DVCon is the premier conference on the application of languages, tools, and methodologies for the design and verification of electronic systems and integrated circuits.
Mark shares his long history of involvement in DVCon with Dan. He … Read More
Exploring TSMC’s OIP Ecosystem Benefits
Now that the dust has settled let’s talk more about TSMC’s Open Innovation Platform. Launched in 2008, OIP represents a groundbreaking collaborative model in the semiconductor industry. Unlike IDMs that controlled the entire supply chain, OIP fosters an “open horizontal” ecosystem uniting TSMC… Read More
The RISC-V Revolution: Insights from the 2025 Summits and Andes Technology’s Pivotal Role
RISC-V has emerged as a cornerstone of modern computing, offering an open-source alternative to proprietary designs like ARM and x86. Free from licensing fees and highly extensible, RISC-V powers everything from IoT devices to AI accelerators, with over 13 billion cores shipped globally. Annual RISC-V Summits, organized… Read More
Teradyne and TSMC: Pioneering the Future of Semiconductor Testing Through the 2025 OIP Partner of the Year Award
In a significant milestone for the semiconductor industry, Teradyne was honored as the 2025 TSMC Open Innovation Platform® Partner of the Year for TSMC 3DFabric® Testing. This award, announced on September 25, 2025, underscores the deep collaboration between Teradyne, a leader in automated test equipment and robotics, and… Read More
Sofics’ ESD Innovations Power AI and Radiation-Hardened Breakthroughs on TSMC Platforms
In the fast-evolving semiconductor landscape, electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection is pivotal for ensuring chip reliability amid shrinking nodes and extreme applications. Sofics, a Belgian IP provider specializing in ESD solutions for ICs, has cemented its leadership through strategic collaborations showcased … Read More


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