At the 2026 VLSI Symposium, Intel Foundry provided a detailed update on its process technology roadmap, highlighting the continued maturation of Intel 18A, the introduction of Intel 18A-P, and several advanced research initiatives that extend beyond current gate-all-around (GAA) transistor architectures. The presentation… Read More
The Memory Sector Is Becoming One of the Main Beneficiaries of the AI Boom
The explosive growth of artificial intelligence is transforming the semiconductor industry, and nowhere is this more evident than in the memory sector. AI training and inference workloads are fundamentally memory-intensive, driving unprecedented demand for advanced DRAM architectures, High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), and… Read More
Synopsys and Samsung Foundry Extend AI-Driven Design Collaboration for Advanced 2nm and Multi-Die Systems
At SAFE Forum 2026, Synopsys announced significant advancements in its collaboration with Samsung Foundry, expanding AI-powered design, verification, test, and IP solutions for Samsung’s most advanced process technologies. The announcement underscores the growing importance of electronic design automation (EDA), … Read More
CEO Interview with Daniel Schall of Black Semiconductor
Dr. Daniel Schall is CEO and Co-Founder of Black Semiconductor. He holds a PhD in graphene optoelectronics from RWTH Aachen University. His work has shaped integrated photonics for over a decade, driving innovation in chip-to-chip communication. As co-founder of Black Semiconductor, his focus is on rethinking current solutions… Read More
Intel: Pushing EMIB Forward: Design Methodology Insights with Synopsys Tools
As advanced packaging becomes a critical enabler for next-generation semiconductor products, Intel continues to drive innovation through its Embedded Multi-die Interconnect Bridge (EMIB) technology. EMIB has emerged as a foundational packaging solution for heterogeneous integration, allowing multiple chiplets and… Read More
TSMC Expands Use of NVIDIA AI Technologies Across Chip Production Operations
TSMC, the world’s largest contract semiconductor manufacturer, is significantly expanding its deployment of NVIDIA artificial intelligence and accelerated computing technologies throughout its chip design and manufacturing operations. The initiative represents one of the most comprehensive applications of AI within… Read More
TSMC Pioneers a New Era in AI-Powered Trade Secret Management, Achieving Intelligent Innovation
As semiconductor manufacturing becomes increasingly knowledge-intensive, protecting intellectual property and trade secrets has emerged as a strategic imperative. The world’s leading foundry, TSMC is advancing beyond conventional information security practices by integrating artificial intelligence into… Read More
Breaking the Clock Lane Barrier: MIPI C-PHY/D-PHY Combo IP on TSMC N2P
The transition to advanced process nodes is reshaping high-speed interface IP requirements for mobile, automotive, AR/VR, and AI edge devices. As SoC designers migrate to cutting-edge foundry technologies, the demand for highly optimized MIPI PHY solutions continues to grow. A key development in this space is the availability… Read More
Re-Spins Get You Fired, Says Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan’s statement that “re-spins get you fired” reflects the enormous pressure facing semiconductor companies as chip complexity, manufacturing costs, and competitive demands continue to rise. In the semiconductor industry, a “re-spin” occurs when a chip design must be revised and manufactured again because… Read More
TSMC Powers Up: 408,000 Batteries Get a Safety Intelligence Upgrade
As semiconductor manufacturing becomes increasingly dependent on uninterrupted power and energy efficiency, battery reliability has emerged as a critical operational issue for advanced fabs. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, better known as TSMC, is addressing this challenge through an ambitious global initiative… Read More


TSMC CoWoS versus Intel EMIB Semiconductor Packaging