The Packaging PDK Is the Missing Layer for Co-Packaged Optics

The Packaging PDK Is the Missing Layer for Co-Packaged Optics
by Moh Kolb on 07-07-2026 at 10:00 am

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From Photonic Device Design to Electro-Optical Realization

Co-packaged optics will not scale through photonic device performance alone.

As AI infrastructure pushes bandwidth, power, latency, and reach to new limits, optics is moving closer to the compute engine. The industry is no longer asking only whether a photonic device… Read More


AI-native Virtual Chiplet Eco-systems: Shift Left, Shift Up, and Shift Out to accelerate Chiplet adoption

AI-native Virtual Chiplet Eco-systems: Shift Left, Shift Up, and Shift Out to accelerate Chiplet adoption
by raghu shankar on 06-22-2026 at 6:00 am

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Systems-in-package (SIPs) with 2.5D and 3D heterogenous integration, consisting of multiple dies and chiplets deliver 10x more functionality than traditional monolithic chips. This capability enables innovative solutions for diverse needs in scientific computing, automotive, edge computing, and aerospace/defense.… Read More


Intel: Pushing EMIB Forward: Design Methodology Insights with Synopsys Tools

Intel: Pushing EMIB Forward: Design Methodology Insights with Synopsys Tools
by Daniel Nenni on 06-04-2026 at 6:00 am

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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


What Winemakers and Chip Designers Have in Common

What Winemakers and Chip Designers Have in Common
by Daniel Nenni on 05-22-2026 at 6:00 am

What Winemakers and Chip Designers Have in Common

Consider this a standout presentation at the Silicon Catalyst Spring Portfolio Update Meeting held yesterday at the Computer History Museum. Mahesh Tirupattur, CEO of Analog Bits, is a modern-day, multidimensional semiconductor hero and one of my trusted few. Analog Bits is a premier member of the semiconductor ecosystem,… Read More


Silicon Catalyst and Microelectronics US 2026

Silicon Catalyst and Microelectronics US 2026
by Daniel Nenni on 04-02-2026 at 10:00 am

Silicon Catalyst Microelectronics US 2026 Conference

The designation of Silicon Catalyst as the exclusive strategic partner for Microelectronics US 2026 represents a significant alignment between a leading semiconductor startup ecosystem and a rapidly growing U.S. microelectronics industry event. This partnership reflects broader trends in semiconductor innovation, … Read More


TSMC Technology Symposium 2026: Advancing the Future of Semiconductor Innovation

TSMC Technology Symposium 2026: Advancing the Future of Semiconductor Innovation
by Daniel Nenni on 03-16-2026 at 10:00 am

TSMC Technology Symposium 2026

One of my favorite times of the year is coming (sailing season) and my favorite event of the year is coming as the company I most respect will host the best international semiconductor networking event starting here in Silicon Valley.

The 32nd annual TSMC Technology Symposium represents one of the most influential events in the … Read More


Podcast EP335: The Far Reaching Impact of UCIe with Dr. Debendra Das Sharma

Podcast EP335: The Far Reaching Impact of UCIe with Dr. Debendra Das Sharma
by Daniel Nenni on 03-13-2026 at 10:00 am

Daniel is joined by Dr. Debendra Das Sharma, a Senior Fellow and Chief I/O architect in the Data Platforms and Artificial Intelligence Group at Intel. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), Fellow of IEEE, and Fellow of International Academy of AI Sciences. He is a leading expert on I/O subsystem and interface… Read More


MZ Technologies Launches Advanced Packaging Design Video Series

MZ Technologies Launches Advanced Packaging Design Video Series
by Daniel Nenni on 12-12-2025 at 6:00 am

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In a significant move aimed at empowering semiconductor and systems-design engineers, MZ Technologies has announced the launch of a new video series focused on advanced packaging design. This initiative comes at a time when the semiconductor industry is rapidly shifting toward multi-die, 2.5D/3D integration, heterogeneous… Read More


Silicon Creations Company Update 2025

Silicon Creations Company Update 2025
by Daniel Nenni on 11-21-2025 at 6:00 am

Silicon Creations PLL

Silicon Creations continues to strengthen its position as one of the most reliable and widely used analog and mixed-signal IP providers in the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on high-performance and low-risk IP solutions including PLLs, oscillators, SerDes interfaces, and high-speed differential

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GlobalFoundries, MIPS, and the Chiplet Race for AI Datacenters

GlobalFoundries, MIPS, and the Chiplet Race for AI Datacenters
by Jonah McLeod on 10-09-2025 at 6:00 am

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GlobalFoundries’ (GF) acquisition of MIPS in 2025 wasn’t a nostalgic move to revive a legacy CPU brand. It was a calculated step into one of the most lucrative frontiers in semiconductors: AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and datacenters. As Nvidia, AMD, Intel, and hyperscalers embrace chiplet architectures, GF is betting… Read More