Tag Archives: Semiconductors

Netherlands Seizes Chinese-Owned Chipmaker Nexperia

THE HAGUE – In a rare and forceful intervention, the Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor firm headquartered in the Netherlands, citing “serious governance shortcomings” and threats to Europe’s economic and technological security. The move underscores the … Continue reading Netherlands Seizes Chinese-Owned Chipmaker Nexperia

Japan: Preferred Networks Takes on Nvidia

TOKYO – Preferred Networks, a burgeoning Japanese tech company, is setting its sights on the global AI and semiconductor markets, taking on established giants like Nvidia. Co-founded by Toru Nishikawa and Daisuke Okanohara, the company is rapidly gaining recognition for … Continue reading Japan: Preferred Networks Takes on Nvidia

China’s Leap in Semiconductor Sovereignty

BEIJING – In a significant stride toward semiconductor independence, China’s JFS Laboratory in Wuhan has achieved a groundbreaking development in silicon photonics technology. This advancement, as reported by the South China Morning Post, marks a pivotal moment for China’s chip … Continue reading China’s Leap in Semiconductor Sovereignty