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Wed, Dec 7

17:06Impact score 8
Cardiff and CSA Catapult develop AI method to optimize wide-bandgap power electronic converters
Cardiff University and CSA Catapult have developed an AI-based method for modeling and designing power electronic converters, which could improve efficiency in the development of power systems using wide-bandgap semiconductors. This is a research milestone focused on design optimization rather than manufacturing or supply chain changes. Neutral: This R&D development has no immediate impact on supply, demand, or pricing for electronic components.
Wide-bandgap Power SemiconductorsPower Electronic ConvertersSemiconductor TodayTechnical
03:04Impact score 8
Imec introduces framework to model GaN HEMT and InP HBT RF devices for 5G and 6G
Research institute imec presented a novel Monte Carlo Boltzmann modeling framework at IEDM 2022 for predicting 3D thermal transport in advanced GaN HEMT and InP HBT RF devices. This is a long-term R&D development aimed at improving the design of components for future 5G and 6G infrastructure. Neutral: This is a pure research milestone with no immediate impact on component supply, demand, or pricing for traders.
GaN HEMTInP HBTSemiconductor TodayTechnical

Tue, Nov 22

20:10Impact score 10
ITRI introduces high-resolution full-color micro-LED display for AR glasses
Taiwan's ITRI has introduced a high-resolution full-color micro-LED display technology for AR glasses, aimed at assisting panel makers in upgrading their capabilities for next-generation AR products. This is a research and development milestone from a public institute, not a commercial production announcement from a major manufacturer. Neutral: This R&D announcement has no immediate impact on component supply, demand, or pricing for traders.
Micro-LEDAR DisplaySemiconductor TodayTechnical
02:58Impact score 10
ZSW’s perovskite-CIGS tandem solar module reaches 21%+ efficiency
Germany's ZSW research institute has achieved a 21.1% efficiency milestone for a perovskite-CIGS tandem solar module. This represents a laboratory R&D advancement for flexible, thin-film solar technology. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D development with no immediate impact on semiconductor trading or component supply/demand.
CIGS Thin-Film SolarPerovskite SolarZSWSemiconductor TodayTechnical

Fri, Nov 11

20:21Impact score 10
Ennostar and PlayNitride team up on 6” micro-LED epiwafer production
Ennostar's Epistar and PlayNitride's PlayNitride Display have partnered to establish a production line for 6-inch micro-LED epiwafers. This collaboration aims to advance micro-LED manufacturing technology for future display applications. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D and capacity-building effort with no immediate impact on the supply, demand, or pricing of mainstream electronic components.
micro-LED epiwafersEpistar, PlayNitride DisplaySemiconductor TodayTechnical

Thu, Nov 10

23:45Impact score 10
Ayar granted $15m for US DoD Project KANAGAWA
Ayar Labs received a $15 million multi-year prototype contract from the U.S. Department of Defense for Project KANAGAWA, focusing on co-packaged optical I/O technology. The funding, awarded via a non-traditional OTA agreement, supports the DoD's Trusted & Assured Microelectronics program. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D milestone for a niche technology with no immediate impact on commercial semiconductor supply, demand, or pricing.
Optical I/O ChipletsCo-Packaged OpticsAyar LabsSemiconductor TodayTechnical
20:30Impact score 8
France’s DIAMFAB moves to new dual business model strategy
French startup DIAMFAB, a spin-off from CNRS specializing in diamond semiconductor epilayers, announced a shift to a dual business model involving direct sales and strategic partnerships. This move aims to commercialize its diamond synthesis and doping technology for potential applications in power electronics and high-frequency devices. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D development with no immediate impact on semiconductor supply, pricing, or trader inventory decisions.
Diamond SemiconductorDIAMFABSemiconductor TodayTechnical

Wed, Nov 2

17:10Impact score 10
MICLEDI demos 50nm-FWHM 630nm red GaN micro-LEDs
MICLEDI Microdisplays has demonstrated red GaN micro-LEDs with a 50nm FWHM at 630nm wavelength, a technical improvement for monochrome red pixels. This addresses historical performance issues with red micro-LEDs, a key challenge for full-color AR displays. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D milestone with no immediate impact on component supply, pricing, or trader inventory decisions.
Micro-LEDsMICLEDI Microdisplays B.V.Semiconductor TodayTechnical

Fri, Oct 28

00:05Impact score 8
Sumitomo Electric develops N-polar GaN HEMT using Hf-based gate dielectric
Sumitomo Electric has developed an N-polar GaN HEMT using a novel Hf-based gate dielectric, presented at the 2022 IEEE BCICTS. This is a research milestone targeting future high-capacity, high-speed post-5G communications infrastructure. The announcement is a long-term R&D development with no immediate impact on component supply, pricing, or production capacity.
GaN HEMTSumitomo Electric Industries LtdSemiconductor TodayTechnical

Wed, Oct 26

02:56Impact score 8
Riber wins European order for research MBE system
Riber S.A. received an order from a new European customer for a Compact 21 research MBE system, which will be used for R&D on quantum computers. This is a single-unit sale of a research-grade tool, not a high-volume production system. Neutral: This is a minor, company-specific order with no direct impact on semiconductor component supply, demand, or pricing.
MBE SystemsRiber S.A.Semiconductor TodayTechnical

Fri, Oct 21

18:38Impact score 10
Ganvix and ITRI sign phase II deal extending JV to commercialize blue-green laser technology
Ganvix and ITRI have signed a Phase II agreement to extend their joint venture focused on commercializing blue-green GaN VCSEL technology, following the development of Ganvix's first blue GaN lasers. This represents a continued R&D effort in a specialized, early-stage photonics component segment. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D milestone with no immediate impact on the supply, demand, or pricing of commercially traded electronic components.
GaN VCSELBlue-Green LaserGanvix Inc, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)Semiconductor TodayTechnical

Thu, Oct 13

17:38Impact score 10
Veeco’s new integrated MBE and ALD system chosen for hybrid GaN deposition research
Veeco Instruments received an order from Justus Liebig University Giessen for an integrated GENxplor MBE and Fiji ALD system for hybrid GaN deposition research. This is a single-unit R&D equipment sale for academic research purposes. Neutral: This news has no immediate impact on component supply, demand, or pricing for traders.
GaNMBEALDVeeco Instruments IncSemiconductor TodayTechnical

Wed, Oct 12

21:58Impact score 20
ams OSRAM launches 514nm laser diode as small, low-cost alternative to argon-ion lasers
ams OSRAM has launched the PLT5 522FA_P-M12, a commercial off-the-shelf 514nm laser diode targeting life science applications. This product is positioned as a smaller, lower-cost alternative to traditional argon-ion lasers. Neutral: The launch may create incremental demand for this specific component but does not indicate a major supply/demand shift for the broader semiconductor market.
514nm Laser Diodeams OSRAM GmbHSemiconductor TodayProduct Launch

Fri, Oct 7

22:21Impact score 15
Smartphone shipments fall 7.3% year-on-year in Q2; Samsung on 21.5% marketshare and Apple at 16.3%
Global smartphone shipments declined 7.3% YoY to 291 million units in Q2 2022, marking the fourth consecutive quarterly decline, with Samsung leading at 21.5% market share and Apple at 16.3%. The sustained market contraction signals weakening end-demand for key mobile components. Bearish: This indicates persistent softness in consumer electronics demand, pressuring prices for mobile memory, processors, and sensors.
Smartphone SoCMobile DRAMMobile NAND FlashSamsung Electronics, Apple Inc. and 7 totalSemiconductor TodayMarket Analysis

Thu, Oct 6

19:25Impact score 12
MICLEDI and Kura partner on manufacturing AR glasses
MICLEDI Microdisplays and Kura Technologies announced a collaboration to manufacture AR glasses, utilizing MICLEDI's 300mm micro-LED display technology. This partnership is focused on integrating a novel display solution into Kura's next-generation AR headset architecture. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D and design win announcement with no immediate impact on component supply, demand, or pricing for traders.
micro-LED displaysMICLEDI Microdisplays B.V.Semiconductor TodayTechnical

Tue, Oct 4

19:09Impact score 55
SweGaN raises €12m in Series A financing to expand production capacity
SweGaN secured €12 million in Series A funding to expand its production capacity for custom GaN-on-SiC epitaxial wafers. The funding round was co-led by venture capital firms and included participation from MediaTek, indicating strategic backing for the specialized supplier. Bearish: Increased wafer supply capacity could ease long-term pricing pressure for GaN-on-SiC materials used in telecom and defense.
GaN-on-SiC Epitaxial WafersSweGaN ABSemiconductor TodayCapacity Change

Mon, Oct 3

21:26Impact score 8
Spain launches its first commercial III-Vs foundry, targeting integrated photonics
Spain has launched its first commercial III-V semiconductor foundry, SPARC, in Vigo, featuring a 1600m2 cleanroom for wafer production and an integrated research center. The facility aims to assist customers in bringing certified integrated photonic products to market. This represents a long-term R&D and capacity addition in a niche, high-value segment with no immediate impact on mainstream semiconductor supply or pricing.
III-V PhotonicsSemiconductor TodayTechnical

Wed, Sep 28

21:42Impact score 8
Novel Crystal Technology reports first inverted gallium oxide DI-MOS transistor
Novel Crystal Technology reported the first basic operation of a gallium oxide inverted DI-MOSFET with a 1kV breakdown voltage and 6V threshold voltage at a Japanese academic symposium. This is part of a long-term R&D program funded by the Japanese government since 2019, aiming to commercialize β-Ga2O3 transistors. Neutral: This is a pure R&D milestone with no immediate impact on commercial supply, demand, or pricing for existing power semiconductor components.
Gallium Oxide (β-Ga2O3) Power DevicesNovel Crystal Technology IncSemiconductor TodayTechnical
07:06Impact score 10
Altum RF announces new grant and collaboration with ITRI and TMYTEK
Altum RF announced a grant and collaboration with Taiwan's ITRI and TMYTEK to develop mmWave solutions for 5G/B5G and SATCOM markets. This is an early-stage R&D initiative funded under the Eureka Globalstars Taiwan framework. Neutral: This is a long-term technology development effort with no immediate impact on component supply, pricing, or trader inventory decisions.
mmWave RF Components5G/B5G Front-EndSATCOM ChipsAltum RF, TMY Technology Inc (TMYTEK)Semiconductor TodayTechnical

Tue, Sep 27

01:38Impact score 12
Oxford Instruments and ITRI develop recessed-gate GaN MISHEMT
Oxford Instruments and ITRI announced a technology development for recessed-gate GaN MISHEMTs, targeting improved performance for EV and data center power applications. This is a research and development milestone focused on process technology. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D announcement with no immediate impact on component supply, pricing, or trading dynamics.
GaN MISHEMTGaN-on-Si power devicesOxford Instruments Plasma TechnologySemiconductor TodayTechnical

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NuAxi Stream - Real-Time Semiconductor Intelligence

Wed, Dec 7

Cardiff and CSA Catapult develop AI method to optimize wide-bandgap power electronic converters

Imec introduces framework to model GaN HEMT and InP HBT RF devices for 5G and 6G

Tue, Nov 22

ITRI introduces high-resolution full-color micro-LED display for AR glasses

ZSW’s perovskite-CIGS tandem solar module reaches 21%+ efficiency

Fri, Nov 11

Ennostar and PlayNitride team up on 6” micro-LED epiwafer production

Thu, Nov 10

Ayar granted $15m for US DoD Project KANAGAWA

France’s DIAMFAB moves to new dual business model strategy

Wed, Nov 2

MICLEDI demos 50nm-FWHM 630nm red GaN micro-LEDs

Fri, Oct 28

Sumitomo Electric develops N-polar GaN HEMT using Hf-based gate dielectric

Wed, Oct 26

Riber wins European order for research MBE system

Fri, Oct 21

Ganvix and ITRI sign phase II deal extending JV to commercialize blue-green laser technology

Thu, Oct 13

Veeco’s new integrated MBE and ALD system chosen for hybrid GaN deposition research

Wed, Oct 12

ams OSRAM launches 514nm laser diode as small, low-cost alternative to argon-ion lasers

Fri, Oct 7

Smartphone shipments fall 7.3% year-on-year in Q2; Samsung on 21.5% marketshare and Apple at 16.3%

Thu, Oct 6

MICLEDI and Kura partner on manufacturing AR glasses

Tue, Oct 4

SweGaN raises €12m in Series A financing to expand production capacity

Mon, Oct 3

Spain launches its first commercial III-Vs foundry, targeting integrated photonics

Wed, Sep 28

Novel Crystal Technology reports first inverted gallium oxide DI-MOS transistor

Altum RF announces new grant and collaboration with ITRI and TMYTEK

Tue, Sep 27

Oxford Instruments and ITRI develop recessed-gate GaN MISHEMT

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