American manufacturing faces a dual crisis: half a million unfilled skilled jobs and $400 billion in annual productivity losses. Experts argue that combining robotics for unskilled tasks with AI-assisted design could finally bring manufacturing back to US shores without the mass unemployment fears.
Photonics specialist Hamamatsu has introduced a new silicon photodiode designed for hydrogen and UVB detection. The S16495 features a compact ceramic package and specialized filtering for accurate measurements in industrial settings.
Taiwanese prosecutors have raided the homes of former TSMC Senior VP Wei-Jen Lo and seized computers and USB drives. The investigation centers on whether Lo took trade secrets about 2nm processes when he left for Intel earlier this year.
Japan’s semiconductor startup Rapidus is accelerating its plans to build a 1.4nm chip manufacturing facility in 2027, putting it ahead of TSMC’s 2028 timeline. The company has secured billions in government and corporate funding while also targeting 1nm development. But can they overcome the yield c
Commercial vehicles undergo extreme testing that simulates years of real-world operation in just weeks. ASC’s 5525MF sensors capture every vibration and stress point to optimize vehicle durability. The process saves manufacturers significant time and costs compared to traditional road testing.
The European Commission has approved a €450 million subsidy for Onsemi’s silicon carbide manufacturing facility in the Czech Republic. The $1.64 billion project will be operational by 2027 and represents the first comprehensive SiC production plant in the EU. Chips produced will target electric vehi
Jim Ratcliffe built a $15 billion fortune through aggressive acquisitions in commodity chemicals, but now his empire faces serious financial strain. A prolonged petrochemical downturn combined with massive dividend payments for side projects has investors worried.
Nokia is pouring $4 billion into expanding its US operations with a heavy focus on AI-optimized networking technologies. The investment comes alongside recent moves including splitting its operational model and a $1 billion strategic agreement with Nvidia. Most of the funding will target R&D while $
First Solar just inaugurated a $1.1 billion AI-enabled manufacturing facility in Louisiana that’s already employing over 700 people. The factory produces cadmium telluride thin-film solar panels using entirely American materials and supply chains. It’s part of a massive US manufacturing expansion dr
Finland is positioning itself as Europe’s specialized microelectronics hub with ambitious growth targets. The country plans to triple semiconductor sector revenue and employment within ten years through strategic EU pilot line investments. This builds on Finland’s strengths in RF technology, quantum
