As SK hynix pushes ahead with HBM4 production, attention is turning to TC bonder suppliers. According to The Elec, citing sources, SK hynix has placed a new order for thermal compression (TC) bonders with Singapore-based ASMPT to support HBM4 manufacturing. The order reportedly comes amid an ongoing...

As a key beneficiary of Google’s TPU boom, U.S. chipmaker Broadcom’s ASIC business is drawing heightened attention. On its latest earnings call, despite Broadcom usually keeps its major clients under wraps, CEO Hock Tan revealed that the company’s $10 billion custom-chip megadeal came from AI ...

Samsung Electronics has rapidly strengthened its partnership with Tesla after securing the automaker as a major foundry customer. According to South Korea’s JoongAng Ilbo, citing sources, Samsung Chairman Lee Jae-yong met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk while visiting Samsung’s Taylor, Texas fab during...

One of China’s key Apple suppliers is making an unexpected push into the AI era. Consumer electronics giant Lens Technology plans to acquire 100% of PMG International, according to Commercial Times and Anue, giving it indirect control of Yuans Technology and access to server-rack and liquid-coolin...

As major tech companies race to define the future of smart wearables, Apple’s long-rumored smart glasses are drawing increasing attention. According to 9to5Mac, citing sources, Apple Glasses are expected to be unveiled in 2026, though shipments may not begin until 2027, with rumored features inclu...