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🌟 Nexperia's $200 million investment in semiconductor innovation! 🌟 Nexperia is investing $200 million in Hamburg, Germany, to develop state-of-the-art broadband semiconductors (WBGs), such as SiC and GaN, and expand production of silicon (Si) diodes and transistors. This will improve the efficiency of energy-intensive applications and support decarbonization goals. 🚀 Main impacts: Increased efficiency: SiC and GaN semiconductors for high-efficiency applications. Increased capacity: More diodes and Si transistors to meet growing demand. Advanced manufacturing: New 200 mm production lines for SiC MOSFETs and GaN HEMTs. Job creation: Strengthening EU semiconductor self-sufficiency and local employment. 📈 For our distribution business: This investment enables us to offer a wider range of high-efficiency components to support your electrification and digitization needs. Stay tuned for further updates!  #Semiconductors #Innovation #Electronicpartner

Y'all know I bring excitement and an anything-is-possible vibe to work. That's why I'm excited about participating in an upcoming International Semiconductor Executive Summits panel on workforce needs in #powersemiconductors. Some 20+years ago, I was a marketer at Nitronex, a power semiconductor startup. On a long drive to go ⛷ in WV, I once talked nonstop about our RF power devices to my now husband and his friend, both telecom tower engineers. Why? Well, Nitronex devices were component parts used in wireless base stations at cell tower sites. Um, ok And they boosted cell signals So? Which meant tower breathing space/coverage areas could be maintained as data load increased. And? We all had these new devices in our pockets. Nokias. Motorolas. (Remember the RARZ?) We began to text, take pictures, and use the WWW. On tiny, low-res screens. And business placed bets on what “killer app” was going to drive widespread adoption.  ...20 years later I can say there never was a single killer app as evidenced by screens of icons on my 14th gen iPhone... So then what? More users using more features takes up bandwidth. Cell breathing space shrinks. Signals can’t make it to the next tower. Your connection drops. 😕 Then tower companies put up more towers between the existing towers. ...Everyone loves cell towers in their backyards and open fields. Especially, the tree ones... Or, You can power up the signal so it can make it to the next tower uninterrupted. 🥁 Enter Nitronex's power semiconductors. You're thinking power semiconductors are kind of cool now, aren't you? Today, they are still enabling cool stuff: EVs, renewable energy, aerospace, defense, data centers, and yes still our mobile devices. So what’s the problem? The Workforce. ❌The industry has a brand problem. The companies at this event could be household names, but they are not.  ❌Kids don’t think careers in semiconductors are cool—even if they are.  ❌The industry faces a retirement cliff. ❌Worker demand is sky high and increasing due to reshoring. ❌Employers aren’t attracting and retaining talent. Especially women. I hope it’s not lost on you that I am the only woman speaking at this event.  And I’m representing a workforce perspective, not a technical one. As I reflect on this, I'm reminded of my time at Nitronex (h/t to all the old crew) and how far we've come - and how far we still have to go. Power semiconductors underpin innovation and it's fun to again be part of an industry shaping a more sustainable future. But we're missing out on diverse perspectives that could accelerate our progress. To my fellow #womenintech: Your voices and talents are needed here! To ISES and industry leaders: Thank you for this platform. Now let's work on making it reflect the diversity of talent out there. Representation matters. Looking forward to great discussions later in the month, and to seeing more women on these stages in the future. 😉 #womeninSTEM #GaN #SiC

As industries like automotive, IoT and mobile devices demand high-performance semiconductor solutions, partnerships like GlobalFoundries and NXP Semiconductors, announced today, are essential. This partnership is about more than technological advancement—it’s about delivering real customer value with a balance of power efficiency, performance, and reliability while supporting a secure and diverse global supply chain. 

Polar Semiconductor Sold to Niobrara and Prysm Capital, Plans $525M Facility Expansion Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gx_9cujX "Today’s announcement that the Department of Commerce has finalized the first commercial CHIPS Incentives award with Polar Semiconductor marks the next phase of the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act." — President Biden Joe at United States “The Biden-Harris Administration’s investment in Polar will create a new U.S.-owned foundry... bolstering our supply chains and creating quality jobs.” — Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce at United States “Polar is positioned to enable many of America’s most critical industries... to have a dedicated, high-performance, low-cost, onshore source of power semiconductors and sensors.” — Chip Schorr, Founder at Niobrara Capital #manufacturing #growth #SoMFNews

Hall Effect Omnipolar Switch Market Size, Outlook: Share, Growth, and Forecast for 2024-2031 Hall Effect Omnipolar Switch Market Competitive Analysis With the increasing demand for Hall Effect omnipolar switches in automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial applications, the market is becoming highly competitive. Companies are investing in research and development to enhance the performance and reliability of these switches. Additionally, the market is witnessing a trend of strategic partnerships and collaborations among key players to expand their market presence and gain a competitive edge. The competitive landscape is further influenced by the introduction of innovative products and technological advancements. Top Hall Effect Omnipolar Switch Market Companies @ABLIC Inc. @ Allegro MicroSystems @ Asahi Kasei Microdevices/AKM @ Diodes Incorporated @ Honeywell @ Infineon Technologies @ IXYS Integrated Circuits Division @ Melexis Technologies NV @ NVE Corp/Sensor Products @ Panasonic Electronic Components @ Rohm Semiconductor @ Silicon Labs @ SparkFun Electronics @ Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation @ Texas Instruments @ Torex Semiconductor Ltd @ Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage

Join us at the #SEMICONEuropa CxO Summit as we feature Frederic Godemel Executive Vice President of Power Systems & Services at Schneider Electric. Frederic will speak on ‘Green Growth: Guiding the Future of the Global Semiconductor Industry’ -- Did you know that the use of semiconductors has doubled every three years? If this trend continues, the semiconductor industry could account for nearly 20% of global energy consumption by 2030! Join us in this session to learn more about how to create an efficient and sustainable fab of the future. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ec7iQQTG #SEMICONEuropa #Munich #Europe #Semiconductor #Manufacturing

74% of Chip-Reliant Organisations Report Insufficient Supply https://ift.tt/btAYSme Almost 60% of organisations that rely on semiconductors regard supply issues as an ongoing concern. via TechRepublic https://ift.tt/zHS9jPm January 10, 2025 at 10:07AM

The U.S. is projected to triple domestic #semiconductor manufacturing capacity and capture over 1/4 of total global capex by 2032, according to a new report from the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Learn more about the #CHIPSActImpact: https://ow.ly/Rx7R50RzCoy

Discover the dynamics driving Taiwan's IC industry to impressive heights! Witness a robust 25.1% growth in Q2 2024 across design, manufacturing, packaging, and testing sectors. Dive deeper into the figures that highlight regional and global impacts in the semiconductor space. Tap here to explore the full analysis: https://lnkd.in/gNbc-DgA #Semiconductors #TaiwanIC #TechGrowth #IndustryAnalysis #TSIA #Dataquest

There has been an increase in activity for decarbonization efforts. Against this background, there is a field in semiconductors where the pace of the movement in technological innovation is rapidly accelerating. This is the power semiconductor field. Power semiconductors are semiconductor devices that play the role of managing, controlling, and converting the power necessary to operate electrical and electronic equipment. These power semiconductors, which are key devices to realize a sustainable society, have now started to undergo a once-in-50-year full model change. Check out the full article in collaboration with Murata here: https://lnkd.in/ek6k5uyS -------------------------------- How to get your company on Wevolver? Wevolver is a platform used by millions of engineers to stay up to date about the latest technologies. Learn how your company can connect with the community and reach a global audience of engineers: https://lnkd.in/gtbsMuU2