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As more companies move production and sourcing closer to home, it adds a new dynamic to procurement. This article shares a few interesting perspectives not often talked about near/on shoring.

One is, is it making the supply chain more complicated as opposed to its goal of simplification? Companies are not completely getting rid of their offshore supply chain, so adding another source of supply at home may just be adding to the complication in the supply chain.

Read about both the rewards and risks: https://www.scmr.com/article/nearshoring-shifts-focus-of-procurement-leaders

Electronics keep getting smaller in both consumer and commercial applications. As the demand for minuscule form factors rises, electronics designers face the increasingly difficult task of embracing this trend while ensuring manufacturability.

Click to read 5 technologies reshaping electronics manufacturing: https://www.edn.com/five-technologies-reshaping-electronics-manufacturing/

The market for active electronic components is on the big rise. Active Electronic Components Market is poised for significant growth with projected market size USD 535 billion by 2031. This reflecting a CAGR of 6.69 % from 2024 to 2031, building upon a 2023 market value of USD 318.5 billion, according to the SNS Insider report.

Read details: https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/721846093/active-electronic-components-market-size-worth-usd-535-billion-by-2031-at-6-69-cagr-report-by-sns-insider

"...the ECST survey results still point to a solid start for electronics component sales in the first half of 2024 with fairly consistent, month-to-month improvements for six months following a low of 77.8 in December,” said ECIA Chief Analyst Dale Ford in a statement.

Click to read details: https://epsnews.com/2024/06/12/may-was-rough-on-electronic-component-sales/

Samsung Electronics topped analyst earnings estimates after its semiconductor division returned to profitability, as companies like Microsoft and Alphabet led a surge in spending on artificial intelligence (AI) services.

Read more: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3260860/samsung-reports-chip-profits-after-year-losses-ai-boom-drives-fourfold-surge-overall-income

Japan was once the world's leading chip manufacturer. Now, concerns over supply chains and geopolitical tensions have prompted the government to go on a massive investment spree.

Tokyo has also been motivated to get back into the semiconductor manufacturing business to support domestic industries that consume vast numbers of chips and protect its economy more generally.

See what prompted them into action: https://www.dw.com/en/japans-semiconductor-sector-whats-behind-the-chip-reboot/a-68947295

The University of Michigan is spearheading a joint effort with Semiwise to create energy-efficient and cryogenic control electronics.

The primary objective is to advance the scalability of quantum computing for more feasible real-world applications.

Learn more: https://www.powerelectronicsnews.com/university-of-michigan-team-and-semiwise-collaborate-on-cryogenic-control-electronics/

The Dutch government announced new restrictions on exports of some semiconductor equipment.

They join the U.S. in placing new restrictions on exports of semiconductor technology exports to China to protect national security but this drew an angry response from Beijing.

Read more: https://www.reuters.com/technology/amid-us-pressure-dutch-announce-new-chip-equipment-export-rules-2023-06-30/

A team of South Korean researchers report on a room-temperature superconductor in the pre-print server ArXiv.

The superconductor is based on a modified lead-apatite structure. Previous claims of room-temperature superconductors have not held up to scientific scrutiny.

See if this work has a long research journey ahead: https://thequantuminsider.com/2023/07/26/researchers-claim-they-developed-a-room-temperature-superconductor/

Researchers have developed a new fabrication process for paper-based flexible supercapacitors that delivers higher energy storage for wearables.

Paper is a promising alternative to plastic and metal foil electrodes used in flexible electronics for powering wearable devices, such as smartwatches, fitness trackers and VR headsets, said the researchers.

Read more: https://www.electronicproducts.com/flexible-supercapacitors-yield-higher-energy-storage/

The Sustainability for Electronics Leadership Council comprises industry experts responsible for helping IPC to identify the most pressing sustainability topics the electronics manufacturing industry is facing and ensuring a strategy to address these topics.

Learn more: https://www.ipc.org/advocacy/sustainability-electronics

Computing revenue for the two main automotive segments – ADAS and cockpit processors – is increasing at a CAGR22-28 of 13% to reach $12.7 billion in 2028, says Yole Developpement.

Click to read more: https://www.electronicsweekly.com/news/business/auto-processor-market-growing-at-2023-03/

The duo plan to provide joint funding for a collaborative research program to harness and augment state-of-the-art artificial intelligence for breakthroughs in more sustainable semiconductor processes and manufacturing technologies.

Intel is in a unique position to make a difference that extends beyond its own operations and is invested in pursuing innovative solutions for a brighter future.

See how this research venture is intended to support sustainability along the entire semiconductor value chain: https://community.intel.com/t5/Blogs/Thought-Leadership/Big-Ideas/Intel-and-Merck-KGaA-Darmstadt-Germany-Fund-Semiconductor/post/1478514

The US-China tech war continues to escalate, as reported by the Financial Times (FT).

Beijing has reportedly instructed official institutions in China to refrain from using PCs and servers equipped with microprocessors from Intel and AMD, as well as to reduce procurement of Microsoft Windows operating systems and database software outside of China.

See how it impacts you here: https://www.trendforce.com/news/2024/03/25/news-escalating-us-china-tech-war-china-reportedly-tightens-grip-on-intel-and-amd-impacting-tsmc/

[News] Escalating US China Tech War! China Reportedly Tightens Grip on Intel and AMD, Impacting TSMC | TrendForce Insights The US-China tech war continues to escalate, as reported by the Financial Times (FT). Beijing has reportedly instructed official institutions in China...

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said his country will invest 9.4 trillion won ($6.94 billion) in artificial intelligence by 2027 as part of efforts to retain a leading global position in cutting-edge semiconductor chips.

This comes as South Korea tries to keep abreast with countries like the United States, China and Japan that are also giving massive policy support to strengthen semiconductor supply chains on their own turf.

More details here: https://www.reuters.com/technology/south-korea-invest-7-bln-ai-bid-retain-edge-chips-2024-04-09/

South Korea to invest $7 billion in AI in bid to retain edge in chips South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Tuesday his country will invest 9.4 trillion won ($6.94 billion) in artificial intelligence by 2027 as part of efforts to retain a leading global position in cutting-edge semiconductor chips.

The always-present risk of procuring counterfeit electronic components was exacerbated during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. A recent survey of industry experts found 87 percent of 93 respondents said counterfeit components were a major or significant concern. And 88 percent of the respondents said a counterfeit component in electronic assemblies would cost in excess of $50,000.

With China heading into difficult economic times in 2024 and with reduced microchip manufacturing, formerly employed workers with component manufacturing or sales experience may be tempted to apply those skills toward counterfeiting components.

Read more here: https://epsnews.com/2024/03/12/new-solutions-for-battling-counterfeit-components/

New Solutions for Battling Counterfeit Components The always-present risk of procuring counterfeit electronic components was exacerbated during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic

India sees itself as a “trusted value chain partner” for electronic device manufacturers, industrial and defense electronics, and power electronics.

India will stand to benefit as more companies look to reduce reliance on China as U.S.-China tensions show no signs of ending soon.

Click to read more https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/18/india-wants-to-be-a-global-chip-powerhouse-in-5-years-says-it-minister.html

India wants to be a global chip powerhouse in 5 years India wants to be among the top five semiconductors producers in the world, said the country's minister of electronics, IT, railways and communications.

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This video walks you through our highly developed quality control process.

Don’t take any chances.

Watch video now: https://www.aeri.com/testing

And contact AERI for all of your hard-to-find and obsolete electronic components.

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Nvidia has unveiled its latest graphics processing unit for artificial intelligence computing as the U.S. company looks to further cement its grip on the global market for AI chips.

Get the details here https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Tech/Semiconductors/Nvidia-unveils-Blackwell-GPU-for-AI-as-successor-to-Hopper-chip

Nvidia unveils Blackwell GPU for AI as successor to Hopper chip Company says new chip 'will be subject to U.S. export restrictions'

BREAKING NEWS: Will Taiwan’s 7.4 Earthquake Affect Chip Production?

The earthquake that struck Taiwan on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024, measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale, stands as the most significant seismic event to jolt the nation in a quarter-century. Fortunately, the casualties appear to be minimal compared to the devastating 1999 quake, which claimed over 2000 lives.

Taiwan, a focal point of the recent chip shortage, garnered global attention as it became evident that the island housed the largest wafer manufacturer, TSMC. While TSMC's facilities endured tremors, most were situated in areas of low impact. With thorough assessment, it is hoped that the wafer fabs will soon reopen, and production will return to normal levels. Notably, TSMC isn't the sole manufacturer in Taiwan, and some are situated in regions more severely affected by the quake.

This article segments numerous Taiwanese electronics manufacturers based on their proximity to the epicenter and provides updates on their current operational status.

Read the 2024 Taiwan Earthquake Supplier Impact Report:https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6303ce2cdfed203774265fb8/660dc0e750689967b02a57a1_Z2Data%20_Taiwan_Earthquake_Supplier_Impact_Report_2024.pdf

Embracing new technologies is one part of the digital revolution transforming how electronic components move through the supply chain.

See how digitalization is undeniably the future of electronic component distribution https://fpga.semiconductorreview.com/cxoinsight/transforming-electronic-components-distribution-in-the-semiconductor-industry--nwid-753.html

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Increased interest in artificial intelligence (AI) has resulted in the need for more PCBs and other hardware.

Manufacturers must be prepared to respond to this increased demand.

Read how to remain forward-thinking and how to reduce the impact of shortages with strategic planning https://epsnews.com/2024/03/18/pcb-makers-need-to-ramp-up-as-ai-spurs-demand/

PCB Manufacturers Need to Ramp up as AI Spurs Demand Increased interest in artificial intelligence (AI) has resulted in the need for more PCBs and other hardware

Speaking at a Citi technology conference in London, CEO Jean-Marc Chery said the company is not daunted by plans by Chinese chipmakers to invest in relatively older generations of chips, following a US-led campaign to prevent Chinese companies from being able to make their own advanced chips.

Learn more https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/stmicroelectronics-ceo-says-china-is-a-growth-market-despite-us-chip-war/articleshow/108442997.cms

STMicroelectronics CEO says China is a growth market despite US chip war Speaking at a Citi technology conference in London, CEO Jean-Marc Chery said the company is not daunted by plans by Chinese chipmakers to invest in relatively older generations of chips, following a US-led campaign to prevent Chinese companies from being able to make their own advanced chips.

President Biden highlighted the initial progress made in implementing the landmark CHIPS and Science Act, which is on track to greatly strengthen America’s economy, national security, and semiconductor supply chains.

Click to read more https://www.semiconductors.org/president-biden-highlights-importance-of-strong-u-s-semiconductor-supply-chains-during-state-of-the-union-address/

President Biden Highlights Importance of Strong U.S. Semiconductor Supply Chains During State of the Union Address WASHINGTON—March 7, 2024—The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) today released the following statement from SIA President and CEO John Neuffer regardi

The sales of electronic components has finally gone into positive growth territory after 21 months of retraction.

What will that mean for the near future? May the industry be caught off guard with a shortage after component manufacturers have turned down their production?

Click to read more https://epsnews.com/2024/03/07/electronic-component-sales-break-21-month-slump/

Electronic Component Sales Break 21-Month Slump Electronic component sales in February moved into positive territory for the first time in 21 months, driven by momentum in IP&E devices.

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