Southeast Asia’s smartphone shipments up 11% in 2024 as OPPO takes lead for first time

Canalys’ latest research reveals that Southeast Asia’s smartphone market rebounded in 2024, with vendors shipping 96.7 million units – up 11% year on year after two years of decline. OPPO led the market for the first time, capturing an 18% share with 16.9 million shipments, marking a 14% annual increase.

Infineon partners with TSRI to drive innovation ecosystem in Thailand

Infineon and Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI) have signed an MoU to strengthen the semiconductor ecosystem in Thailand

Micron building new HBM advanced packaging factory in Singapore

Micron's new HBM advanced packaging facility will be the first facility of its kind in Singapore.

Telink Semiconductor unveils ML and AI TL-EdgeAI Platform

Telink Semiconductor has launched a new generation of highly integrated chips as well as an ML and AI platform based on these devices.

Microchip MPLAB compiler licenses simplify software management

Microchip's unified system accommodates evolving development needs and offers multiple tiers to suit growing teams.

imec achieves electrical yield for 20nm pitch metal lines with High-NA EUV single patterning

imec has presented the first electrical test results obtained on 20nm pitch metal line structures patterned after single-exposure High NA EUV lithography.

Keysight enhances portfolio of RF and Microwave Test Instruments

Keysight has launched six new analog signal generators, two vector signal generators, eight RF synthesizers, and three signal source analyzers.

ST NFC reader IC and modular kit accelerate contactless design development

ST's ST25R200 reader/writer IC makes it easier to explore creative applications for contactless NFC technology.

The race for humanoid robotics

As labor shortages and rising operational costs persist, global investments in robotics research and development (R&D) are accelerating.

Food texture market forecast to reach USD38.62 billion by 2032

Introspective Market Research launches Food Texture Market report forecasting the global texture market to reach a value of USD 38.62 billion by 2032, from $23.65 billion in 2023

The key to accessible nutrition

Expert panel weighs in as concern about food security highlights the urgency of accessible nutrition.

Outlook 2025: What do consumers want?

Interview with Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Pacific