Qualcomm set to unveil next-gen Snapdragon 8 chipset to redefine performance standards

Partnerships
Eta Compute and NXP Semiconductors collaborate
The collaboration aims to integrate NXP’s advanced AI-focused chips and software tools into the Aptos – Eta Compute MLOps platform to optimize Edge AI product development. Read More>>
Apple extends partnership with Amkor for semiconductor packaging in the US
The move aligns with Apple’s commitment to American manufacturing and aims to reduce reliance on TSMC for semiconductor packaging services. Read More>>
IQE extends partnership with Cardiff University
IQE extends its partnership with Cardiff University to research compound semiconductor technologies to focus on skills provision at postgraduate and doctoral levels. Read More>>

Centre Setup and Expansion
Axcelis announces the opening of a new logistics center in Beverly, MA
The 101,800-square-foot facility is equipped with AI-driven autonomous mobile robots and innovative warehouse automation to optimize operations. Read More>>
NVIDIA plans big expansions in Japan
NVIDIA announces plans to establish semiconductor plants in Japan by partnering with local companies to meet the growing demand for AI-driven graphics chips. Read More>>

Merger and Acquisition
MACOM acquires Wolfspeed’s RF business
This move enhances MACOM’s semiconductor product portfolio, offering advanced technology solutions in telecommunications, industrial, defense, and data center sectors. Read More>>

Executive Movements
Odyssey Semiconductor Technologies announces CEO transition
Rick Brown, co-founder, CTO, and Board member, has been appointed as CEO of Odyssey replacing Mark Davidson. Mark Davidson is stepping down as CEO and Board Member. Read More>>
Silicon Labs names Mark Mauldin as interim CFO
Mark Mauldin succeeds John Hollister. Silicon Labs is searching for a new CFO to lead the company’s growth in embedded wireless solutions for the Internet of Things. Read More>>

New Product Development and Product Launch
Qualcomm to unveil next-gen Snapdragon 8 chipset
Qualcomm is set to unveil its Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset, featuring a distinctive CPU core configuration with two powerful Phoenix cores and six medium Phoenix cores. Read More>>

Cloud Optimization and Open-Source Collaboration

• Ampere Computing pioneers a new line of cloud-optimized data center chips, emphasizing Arm processors and its strategic expertise in Arm-based solutions. 
• Ampere explores avenues to integrate its technology solutions, including the “Siryn” AmpereOne processor, with Ampere Computing’s processors while actively contributing to open-source projects like the Cloud Hypervisor Project to advance virtualization technologies collaboratively. 
• Ampere emphasizes sustainability by exploring ways to enhance energy efficiency and reduce power consumption in data center operations.

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