Lasertec gets first next-gen gear orders from memory makers
The EUV process unlocks today’s smallest-scale designs, enabling more powerful and efficient microprocessors, referred to as logic chips in the industry.
Japan and U.S. business leaders call for improved supply chains
The Japanese and U.S. governments seek to deepen cooperation to strengthen supply chains for critical products such as computer chips and batteries.
Taiwan says peace crucial to chip supply as China pressure grows
A heavy reliance on the island has spurred major governmental players to reconsider their own domestic chip industries.
Silicon Valley answer to the EV question calls for less silicon
Semiconductor companies are urging EV-makers to ditch traditional silicon chips and embrace materials that will make cars more efficient.
Toyota's August global output mark is the first fall in a year amid parts crunch
The world's top-selling automaker has trimmed its output outlook for fiscal 2021 through next March to 9 million units.
Nissan will reach 2% profit margin goal despite COVID-19 parts pain, CEO says
Achieving the target set out last year in Nissan's turnaround plan would be a positive sign the carmaker is holding up despite the shortages plaguing the industry.
India accelerates talks with Taiwan on chip plant and trade deal
India has sought to lure high-technology investments as it seeks to become more self-reliant on chips, while Taiwan wants to strengthen its diplomatic presence around the globe.
Worsening chip shortage to cost automakers $210 billion in sales
A dire forecast from AlixPartners says global automakers will build 7.7 million fewer vehicles due to the chip crisis this year.
Japan's machinery orders up 0.9% in July on high demand from manufacturers
The orders, excluding those for ships and utilities due to their volatility, totaled ¥859.7 billion ($7.8 billion), according to the Cabinet Office.
An $11 billion distraction for China's chip ambitions
China’s lack of self-sufficiency in the equipment, materials and software required to build chips will further complicate capacity expansion.
Toyota shares dip after unveiling more production cuts
The announcement surprised the market as Toyota had been largely unaffected by parts shortages that have rattled competitors.
