Around the world in one SemiSlice
from Central New York to Indonesia to Oregon
Jay Rosenthal & Jason Tennen
November 15, 2023
Good morning. A new 3D chip is coming from Samsung and some international collaboration from the US State Department in Indonesia. Around the globe in this week’s mid-week SemiSlice.
NEWS
Need-to-Know Updates
Samsung's SAINT Chip Technology: Samsung Electronics is set to introduce a new 3D chip packaging technology called SAINT (Samsung Advanced Interconnection Technology) to compete with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). The SAINT technology aims to enhance the performance and integration of memory and processors for high-performance chips used in AI applications. Read more »
Oregon Grants for Workforce Training: Oregon has awarded $35 million in grant funding to 30 projects aimed at supporting workforce training in high-demand industries. This initiative is part of the Future Ready Oregon plan, focusing on historically underserved communities and workforce training in healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. Read more »
UCSB Joins California Defense Ready Electronic and Microdevices Superhub: UC Santa Barbara has joined the California Defense Ready Electronic and Microdevices Superhub (California DREAMS) to enhance semiconductor manufacturing and development in the United States. The hub includes industry partners like Northrop Grumman and Boeing. Read more »
Qualcomm Adds 150 Jobs in Cork: Semiconductor firm Qualcomm is set to add 150 jobs in Cork, Ireland contributing to the region's technology sector growth. Read more »
Economic Outlook and Biden's Policies: Here’s a thorough analysis of US President Joe Biden's economic policies, including the American Rescue Plan Act, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Chips Act, and Inflation Reduction Act, and their potential impact on the upcoming election. Read more »
BIG MOVES
Investing in People and Places
Lattice Semiconductor: Appoints John Forsyth and Que Thanh Dallara to its Board of Directors. Read more »
Micron Technology: Plans to construct four large semiconductor fabrication plants in Central New York over the next two decades. Read more »
AROUND THE INDUSTRY
Major industry announcements
Semiconductor Excellence Awards: The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) and Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC) are honoring Dr. Supriyo Datta from Purdue University and Dr. Kevin Skadron from the University of Virginia with the 2023 University Research Awards. These awards recognize exceptional contributions to semiconductor technology and design. Kudos and more »
US Department Partnership with Indonesia: The U.S. State Department and the Government of Indonesia are partnering to explore opportunities for expanding and diversifying the global semiconductor industry. This collaboration is made possible through the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, established by the CHIPS Act of 2022. Read more »
Onto Innovation's Third Quarter Earnings Report: Onto Innovation reported its third-quarter 2023 earnings, which showed a decrease in revenue, net income, and profit margin compared to the same period in 2022. While the company missed analyst estimates for revenue and EPS, it forecasts a 12% annual revenue growth for the next three years. Read more »
Reports: Semiconductor Industry Earnings Roundup: Q3 highlights:
Indie Semiconductor: Reported a 101%! revenue increase and a 55% reduction in net loss.
Navitas Semiconductor: Reported a substantial revenue surge of 115%.
Valens Semiconductor: Faced challenges, with a 39% decline in revenue and a widened net loss.
Monolithic Power Systems: Managed to exceed earnings per share expectations despite a decrease in revenue.