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Chipmaker Nvidia is seeking to shore up confidence in its ability to meet demand as supply concerns regarding AI chips rise.

Mate 70 smartphone sales are expected to reach 3 million units this fourth quarter.

The impact on the Chinese chip industry would be significant if major domestic suppliers are blacklisted, sources say

The 58,000 sq m plant will produce vaccines and other biopharmaceutical products such as enzymes and lab-grown antibodies.

The Penang government has applied for a RM60mil allocation from the Federal Government to support development and attract investors under the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS).

China’s top trade negotiator and key figure during Trump’s first term met Nvidia’s global business head amid reports of fresh US export restrictions

STMicroelectronics partners with Hua Hong to produce chips in China, leveraging its vast market, strong supply chains, and innovation to stay competitive, especially in the growing EV sector.

Applied Materials launched the Epic Advanced Packaging Platform in Singapore to accelerate energy-efficient chip-packaging technologies, boosting collaboration across the semiconductor industry to meet growing AI-related energy demands.

AI is transforming business models globally, with South Africa updating ICT regulations and Softbank partnering with NVIDIA to turn communication networks into AI-driven assets for higher revenue.

Equinix invests $260M in SG6, a sustainable data centre in Singapore, featuring liquid-cooling systems to support AI and advanced tech, aligned with Smart Nation and green goals.

PC Partner Group has relocated its headquarters to Singapore and opened a factory in Indonesia, expanding its operations in Southeast Asia amid growing geopolitical tensions and supply chain challenges.

GlobalFoundries is innovating in semiconductor technology with advancements in RF, power, and optics, while focusing on efficiency and partnerships to support AI, 5G, and other industries.

Southeast Asian nations are reshaping semiconductor strategies, with South Korea easing labour rules, Japan boosting investments, and Vietnam simplifying processes to attract global tech manufacturers.

Chinese semiconductor stocks surged as U.S. restrictions on TSMC chip exports to China intensified Beijing’s self-reliance drive, boosting investor confidence in local tech firms like SMIC.

India’s semiconductor industry aims to create 1 million jobs by 2026, addressing a talent shortage with extensive upskilling and reskilling efforts, internships, and increased investment in workforce development.

AstraZeneca’s new US$1.5 billion Singapore facility will produce targeted cancer treatments, creating 800 jobs and supporting Singapore’s sustainable manufacturing and net-zero emissions goals.

TSMC halts chip shipments over US export rules, Samsung loses smartphone lead, and Singapore’s deep tech investments surge amid US-China tech tensions.

OpenAI partners with Broadcom and TSMC to develop custom AI chips, diversifies with AMD alongside Nvidia, and focuses on cost-cutting and chip design to meet growing AI infrastructure demands.

KLA Corp is expanding its presence in Singapore with a $200 million investment, creating 400 jobs and strengthening Singapore’s role as a key player in the global semiconductor industry.

Apple’s iPhone 16 introduces AI features like Visual Intelligence for real-time information retrieval and enhanced Siri capabilities, aiming to revolutionize user experience in a competitive smartphone market.

Johor’s economy surged with RM31 billion in foreign investment in 2023, particularly in data centres, leveraging its abundant land but facing potential risks of overusing this asset.

A*Star and Applied Materials have launched the Apex lab to enhance Singapore’s semiconductor ecosystem, focusing on resource-efficient manufacturing and supporting local SMEs to compete globally.

Singapore will implement temperature and visual screenings at airports and sea checkpoints from August 23 to prevent mpox cases, with health advisories urging travelers to take precautions.

Pfizer opened a $1 billion plant in Tuas, creating 250 jobs and producing active pharmaceutical ingredients, furthering the country’s role as a global biomedical hub.

Singapore is expanding its semiconductor manufacturing capacity, adding 11% more land to wafer parks, aiming to attract top firms and capitalize on rising global demand driven by AI.