Podcast EP62: Exploring the VSORA architecture

Podcast EP62: Exploring the VSORA architecture
by Daniel Nenni on 02-16-2022 at 10:00 am

Dan is joined by Jan Pantzar, VP sales and marketing of VSORA, a provider of high-performance silicon intellectual property (IP) and chip solutions for artificial intelligence, digital communications and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) applications based in France.

Dan and Jan explore the VSORA architecture… Read More


Podcast EP55: A New Year’s Perspective with Dan and Mike

Podcast EP55: A New Year’s Perspective with Dan and Mike
by Daniel Nenni on 12-31-2021 at 10:00 am

Dan and Mike take some time to review 2021 – the events that led to growth, opportunities and challenges and a discussion of what lies ahead.

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these podcasts belong solely to the speaker, and not to the speaker’s employer, organization, committee or any other group or individual.… Read More


Podcast EP43: Navigating the Architecture Exploration Jargons and What Do They Mean to a Chip Architect?

Podcast EP43: Navigating the Architecture Exploration Jargons and What Do They Mean to a Chip Architect?
by Daniel Nenni on 10-15-2021 at 10:00 am

Dan is joined by Deepak Shankar, founder of Mirabilis Design. Dan explores the application and impact of architectural exploration on chip and system design.

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these podcasts belong solely to the speaker, and not to the speaker’s employer, organization, committee or any other group… Read More


Podcast EP34: IP Management for Early Stage Semiconductor Companies

Podcast EP34: IP Management for Early Stage Semiconductor Companies
by Daniel Nenni on 08-20-2021 at 10:00 am

Dan and Mike are joined by Michael Munsey, senior vice president of marketing, business development and corporate strategy at Perforce. Michael discusses the unique IP management requirements of early stage semiconductor companies and how to address these requirements. The risks associated with a sub-optimal approach are… Read More


Podcast EP16: Hyperscale Computing & Changes in the Datacenter

Podcast EP16: Hyperscale Computing & Changes in the Datacenter
by Daniel Nenni on 04-16-2021 at 10:00 am

Dan is joined by Frank Schirrmeister, senior group director of solutions marketing at Cadence Design Systems, Frank has extensive experience in complex system design from his work at companies such as Cadence, Synopsys, Imperas and ChipVision. He has also advised Vayavya Labs and CriticalBlue.

Dan and Frank discuss the many… Read More


Podcast EP9: Why Fabs and Fabless Matter

Podcast EP9: Why Fabs and Fabless Matter
by Daniel Nenni on 02-26-2021 at 10:00 am

Dan and Mike are joined by Ray Zinn, the longest serving CEO in Silicon Valley. Join us for a tour of the very beginnings of the semiconductor industry and the rise of the fabless movement. Beyond a historical perspective, Ray also discusses the importance of semiconductor technology and its impact on the world, governments and … Read More


Podcast EP2: Moore’s Law, Dead or Alive?

Podcast EP2: Moore’s Law, Dead or Alive?
by Daniel Nenni on 01-08-2021 at 10:00 am

Dan and Mike are joined by Dr. Walden Rhines for a scenic tour of Moore’s Law. The genesis and evolution of Moore’s Law are discussed, along with the fundamental processes that have driven it. How the technology world continues to grow and innovate in spite of a slowing of Moore’s Law is a central theme of the discussion.… Read More


SemiWiki in 2021!

SemiWiki in 2021!
by Daniel Nenni on 01-01-2021 at 6:00 am

Happy New Year 2021 SemiWiki 5

Today is SemiWiki’s 10th anniversary so an extra special Happy New Year to all! It has been an exciting 10 year adventure for sure and I hope it can continue for another 10 years, absolutely.

2020 brought in a record amount of content, readers and members. Our readership grew 70% YoY in 2020 according to Google Analytics which is a big… Read More