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Foundational semiconductors are essential building blocks to #decarbonize and #digitalize our lives and economies. Companies like Infineon Technologies continue to make significant investments in innovation, capacity expansion and to make supply chains more resilient. Governments, e.g. in the U.S. and EU, are committed to promote the industry yet also to protect their national and economic interests. This intersection of corporate and industrial strategy offers a rich, timely and pertinent area for debate. Chris Miller and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) are leading, globally recognized voices in semiconductor policy, and I look forward to advance understanding and develop tangible recommendations with them.

Exciting opportunity ahead in the semiconductor industry! 🌟 Are you actively engaged in the semiconductor industry or the photonics sector? Explore new business horizons in the United States and Canada through an exclusive economic mission to Connecticut, New York State, and Ontario.    This mission, endorsed by esteemed government officials, offers unparalleled networking and growth prospects. 📈 Led by industry leaders Ingrid Thijssen and Marc Hendrikse, it's tailored for startups, scale-ups, SMEs, multinational corporations, and knowledge institutions.    Don't miss this chance to expand your global footprint! For more information on the economic mission for the semiconductor and photonics industry to the United States and Canada, click here: https://bit.ly/49CXIxv #SemiconductorIndustry #Photonics #BusinessOpportunities #EconomicMission

In 2024 so far, we’ve reported on 6 acquisitions which will impact the machine vision sector, already more than the whole of 2023. Find out what’s driving this activity, and what we think lies ahead for the industry: https://bit.ly/3vUXnsf #MachineVision #ComputerVision #IndustryTrend #Imaging #MergersAndAcquisitions

July 25 2024 – 5 Notable Articles To Read Article: Brad Jacobs’s QXO Raises $620M, Adds Kushner to Board Takeaway: The construction materials distribution company, established by roll-up expert Brad Jacobs, is now following up with a new private placement. This comes after the acquisition-focused business secured $3.5B in funding last month. Source: The Wall Street Journal Link: https://lnkd.in/dnAAgNXE Article: NVIDIA preparing version of new flagship AI chip for Chinese market Takeaway: Developing a version of its new flagship AI chips for the Chinese market that complies with current U.S. export regulations. Source: Reuters Link: https://lnkd.in/dvCrcwrJ Article: Bosch to Buy Johnson Controls Air-Conditioning Assets in $8B Deal Takeaway: The transaction will nearly double Bosch's home comfort business and includes production and development sites in 30 countries. Source: Bloomberg Link: https://lnkd.in/dbPDFkek Article: Johnson & Johnson vets burst into biotech with $165M Third Arc series A Takeaway: Third Arc Bio has convinced prominent investors, some of whom rarely participate in Series A rounds, that it can lead the development of multifunctional drugs. Notable investors include Vida Ventures, Cormorant Asset Management, LP, and Hillhouse Investment, along with Omega Funds, Goldman Sachs Alternatives, BVF PARTNERS, L.P, Janus Henderson Investors, and AbbVie Ventures. Source: Fierce Biotech Link: https://lnkd.in/dXzFtWjF Article: PE Firm KKR to Buy Janney Montgomery Scott LLC Scott from Penn Mutual Takeaway: KKR stated that it was drawn to Janney due to the firm's growth and its strong position in the wealth management sector. Source: Barron's Link: https://lnkd.in/dreiDQM9 #news #research #business #ai

𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮 Exciting opportunity ahead in the semiconductor industry! 🌟 Are you actively engaged in the semiconductor industry or the photonics sector? Join us to explore new business horizons in the United States and Canada through an exclusive economic mission to Connecticut, New York State, and Ontario. This mission, endorsed by esteemed government officials, offers unparalleled networking and growth prospects. 📈 Led by industry leaders Ingrid Thijssen and Marc Hendrikse, it's tailored for startups, scale-ups, SMEs, multinational corporations, and knowledge institutions. Don't miss this chance to expand your global footprint! For more information on the economic mission for the semiconductor and photonics industry to the United States and Canada, click here: https://lnkd.in/ekDJqADm 🚨 Please note that registration is still open until April 28! #SemiconductorIndustry #Photonics #BusinessOpportunities #EconomicMission

Maxis Advisors, a Foundry Commercial company, recently shared a fantastic breakdown about WHAT economic incentives are, WHY they're offered, and WHO qualifies to receive them. These incentives can be a game-changer in reducing project costs for companies planning to expand or relocate. Maxis Advisors’ team of experienced economic development and incentives experts help companies increase ROI by as much as 20% or more through our comprehensive services. Dive into the article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eb-NiESR

Just finished my Global Semiconductor Industry Research Report! The semiconductor industry is the aggregate of companies engaged in semiconductor devices, such as transistors and integrated circuits. It formed around 1960, once the fabrication of semiconductor devices became a viable business. The industry's annual semiconductor sales revenue has since grown to over $481 billion, as of 2018 In my presentation, I’ve covered: 1️⃣ Market Overview: Get a snapshot of the industry's current state. 2️⃣ Trends & Drivers: Analysis of the latest trends and drivers influencing the industry's growth and evolution. 3️⃣ M&A Insights: Explore the latest mergers and acquisitions. I sincerely want to thank Manoj KumarANKUR GAURsir and IB Institute for their constant support and guidance. Stay tuned for more such content Piyush Jhamb  hashtag#Semiconductor hashtag#Research hashtag#Finance hashtag#IndustryResearch hashtag#Analysis hashtaghashtag#LinkedIn hashtag#Learning hashtag#MergersAndAcquisitions

Zabolis Partners has completed the acquisition of laser company EKSMA Optics Zabolis Partners, the investment and investment fund management group, completed the acquisition of Eksma Optics, a manufacturer of #laser optical components, and appointed a new board. As reported by the company, the transaction was implemented through Francis EO, a company managed by Zabolis Partners, which acquired sole control of Eksma Optics. The parties do not disclose the value of the transaction. "With new investors, we will seek to implement the growth and technological development strategy. The transfer of production chains to Europe creates new opportunities", said Dainius Tumosa, head of Eksma Optics. VŽ wrote that in April the Competition Council allowed "Francis EO" to purchase 50.14% of the shares of "Eksma Optics" and take over its sole control. Algirdas Baltaduonis, Alvydas Zabolis, Justinas Domarkas, Dr. Michail Berba and Juozas Zabolis became members of the board of Eksma Optics. The chairman of the company's board will be elected next week. "By investing in the Vilnius photonics ecosystem, we expect sustainable long-term value. We want to help Lithuanian laser sector companies to grow not only organically, but also through acquisitions. We will look for opportunities for new products, combining photonics and software development knowledge", noted Algirdas Baltaduonis, Partner at Zabolis Partners. Alvydas Žabolis said in the VŽ podcast that this company marks their new investment strategy starting in 2026: "We are buying Eksma Optics because both the defense industry and large European and US photonics production companies want to change their supply chain." They need manufacturers in the Western world, and Eksma Optics is exactly that." Eksma Optics manufactures and sells laser optical components and supplies its products to more than 50 countries around the world. The company's plans include the development of the technological base and the growth of the supply of new products to the world's leading laser manufacturers.

Rocket Lab Boosts Capital with $355 Million in Convertible Senior Notes Amid Growth Plans, Los Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 08, 2024 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: RKLB), a key player in the aerospace manufacturing and satellite launch sectors, has successfully closed its private offering of $355 million in 4.250% convertible senior notes due in 2029. This offering combines an upsized initial offering of $300 million with an additional $55 million option fully exercised by initial purchasers, underscoring strong

Thrilled to see Afference Inc. making strides in the realm of artificial touch sensations! Did you know that Afference is a spin-off from technology developed at the Human Fusions Institute? It's a testament to the groundbreaking research and innovation happening in our labs. This collaboration underscores our commitment to pushing the boundaries of human potential through advanced technologies. Check out this article to witness the real-world impact of our research! https://bit.ly/4bl23aH #AfferenceInc #SensoryTechnology #Innovation"