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SoftBank, Sprint, Far EasTone and TBCASoft Launch Blockchain Consortium for Telecom Carriers (2017.09.08)
Japan-based SoftBank, U.S.-based Sprint Corporation, Taiwan-based Far EasTone Telecommunications and U.S.-based TBCASoft today announced the launch of a new blockchain consortium, the Carrier Blockchain Study Group (“CBSG”) |
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AI to Propel Revenue from Semiconductor Chip Sales Worldwide at a CAGR of 3.1% in 2018~2022 (2017.09.07)
According to market intelligence firm TrendForce, AI will create new market opportunities as well as upgrading the fabrication process for semiconductor manufacturers. With AI becoming a major growth contributor, TrendForce forecasts that the global revenue from semiconductor chip sales will grow at a CAGR of 3 |
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congatec Announces Its New Roadmap for Bringing 10 GbE Interconnectivity to the Industrial Fields (2017.09.07)
congatec announces its new extended roadmap for bringing 10 GbE interconnectivity to the industrial fields. Developed to enable embedded system engineers to design small form factor edge nodes with a low power envelope of less than 20 watts, congatec is breaking new ground to realize the industry vision of entirely enclosed, fanless infrastructure components |
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Winbond to Establish Factory in Kaohsiung to Manufacture Niche Type DRAM and Flash Memory (2017.09.07)
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Taiwan's Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) announced yesterday that semiconductor manufacturer Windbond's application to establish a factory to manufacture Niche Type Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) and Flash Memory products has been approved |
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The Industry's First Dual-Mode LPWA Compliant Wireless Communication LSI (2017.09.06)
ROHM Group company LAPIS Semiconductor has recently announced the availability of an RF LSI optimized for LPWA (Low Power Wide Area), which is expected to usher in a new area of wireless IoT communication.
The ML7404 is the first wireless communication LSI in the industry to feature LPWA dual-mode functionality |
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Littelfuse 500VAC-Rated Ceramic-Body Fuses (2017.09.06)
Littelfuse introduced a series of compact, fast-acting 500VAC ceramic body fuses with current ratings ranging from 1.6A to 12.5A. With a high interrupting rating of 5,000A at 500VAC, the 514 Series Ceramic Body Fuse is ideal for high-voltage AC power line protection in HVAC and industrial systems |
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Larger-sized Screens Enables Public Display Revenue to Grow 18% CAGR (2017.09.06)
In contrast to stable or declining consumer TV sales, worldwide public display revenues are forecast to reach a healthy compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.2 percent from 2016 to 2021, according to IHS Markit.
The global public display market, which includes public-display monitors and public-display TVs used in digital signage and professional applications, can be expected to grow from $6 billion in 2016 to $13 |
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150V Synchronous Buck-Boost Controller (2017.09.06)
Analog Devices announces the LTC3779, a high efficiency (up to 99%) 4-switch single inductor synchronous buck-boost DC/DC controller that operates from input voltages above, below or equal to the regulated output voltage. Its 4 |
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Toshiba Memory Corporation to Expand Flash Memory Operations in Kitakami City, Iwate (2017.09.06)
Toshiba Corporation today announced that Toshiba Memory Corporation (TMC), its wholly owned subsidiary, has selected Kitakami City in Iwate prefecture as the next location to expand its Flash memory operations. TMC has started preliminary procedures to establish an appropriate site |
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TAICS and TTA Sign Collaborating MoU on 5G and IoT Standards Establishing (2017.09.06)
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan Association of Information and Communication Standards (TAICS) yesterday held the “TAICS Annual Standards Forum” and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA) |
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Low-Voltage 64 Megabit Serial Quad I/O SuperFlash Memory from Microchip (2017.09.06)
A new 1.8V Serial Quad I/O SuperFlash memory device is now available from Microchip Technology Inc. The SST26WF064C, a low-voltage 64 megabit device, combines Dual Transfer Rate (DTR) with proprietary SuperFlash NOR Flash technology |
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STM Cooperating with MediaTek to Integrate NFC Technology into Mobile-Platform Designs (2017.09.05)
STMicroelectronics has announced the integration of its contactless NFC technology with MediaTek's mobile platforms. This creates a complete solution for handset developers to design next-generation smartphones capable of supporting tightly integrated NFC mobile services |
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Acer Showcases Its MixBot Intelligent Mixology Robot Solution (2017.09.05)
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Acer will showcase its service-oriented and intelligent mixology robot solution, the MixBot, at the 2017 Taipei International Industrial Automation Exhibition.
The Acer MixBot solution, which integrates a robotic arm and an autonomous guided vehicle (AGV) |
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High-Power Single-Chip UV-C Source for Water and Air Disinfection (2017.09.05)
LG Innotek announces the first 70mW UV-C LED in the world. At 278nm, it features the highest power ever achieved from a single chip.
Its improved light emission capabilities derive from a newly developed semi-conductor technology |
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DRAM Module Industry Recorded a 12% Drop in Sales Revenue for 2016, TrendForce Reports (2017.09.05)
DRAMeXchange, a division of TrendForce, reports that the global sales revenue of DRAM modules for 2016 totaled US$6.9 billion, amounting to a decline of about 12% compared with the result of the previous year. The depressed PC DRAM prices during the first half of 2016 and the continuing contraction of the DIY market were the main factors behind the revenue drop |
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Asia/Pacific Healthcare Market Will Be One of the Significant Early Movers for Acceptance of the AI (2017.09.05)
IDC Health Insights recently published a report on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cognitive Computing adoption in Asia/Pacific, which outlines the best practices for AI/Cognitive adoption by hospitals across the Asia/Pacific region |
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XYZprinting Launches World's First Color 3D Printer with 3D Color Jet Technology (2017.09.05)
TAIPEI, Taiwan - 3D printer manufacturer XYZprinting at the German Consumer Electronics Unlimited Exhibition (IFA) announced the launch of the da Vinci Color, which is the world's first full-color 3D printer with 3D Color Jet technology |
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New BC66F2430 Sub-1GHz RF Super-Regenerative OOK Receiver A/D SoC MCU (2017.09.05)
Holtek announces the release of its low power, high sensitivity RF OOK receiver A/D type SoC flash MCU, the BC66F2430. The device operates in both the 315M and 433MHz ISM frequency bands, frequencies which are suitable for wireless receiver products such as wireless ceiling fans, wireless doorbells and smart home wireless control applications |
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Over 7 Million Units of Domestic Service Robots Are Sold Annually (2017.09.04)
IHS Markit estimates over 7 million units of domestic service robots are sold annually, including robotic vacuum cleaners, robotic floor cleaners, robotic window cleaners, robotic lawn mowers and robotic pool cleaners.
Three main factors affect the adoption of domestic service robots:
1) Better performance of the core task compared to first-generation robotic appliances
2) Leading-edge technology for navigation |
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China to Become Top Producing Region for Large-Size LCD Panels This Year, Says TrendForce (2017.09.04)
The latest analysis by WitsView, a division of TrendForce, reveals that China is set to overtake South Korea this year as the leading producing region for large-size LCD panels. In terms of area, China’s share of the global production capacity for large-size panels will surpass South Korea’s in 2017 |
