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Intel To Cut Over 20 Percent Of Workforce – Report
Struggling chip giant Intel posed to announce plans to cut more than 20 percent of its staff, under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan
Huawei ‘Set’ To Begin Mass Production Of Advanced AI Chip
Huawei reportedly to begin mass shipments of Ascend 910C AI accelerator to Chinese customers as early as next month, after US Nvidia ban
Italy, White House Condemn ‘Discriminatory’ Tech Taxes
Italy, White House issue joint statement condemning 'discriminatory' tech taxes as US seeks to end levy on multinational digital giants
Head Of Chinese Chip Tools Company Drops US Citizenship
Gerald Yin, founder, chairman and chief executive of key Chinese chip tools maker AMEC, drops US citizenship following new US restrictions
Intel Tells Chinese Clients Some AI Chips To Require Licence
Intel reportedly tells clients in China some of its AI chips will now require export licence, after Nvidia takes $5.5bn hit
Intel Chief Flattens Leadership Structure
New Intel chief executive Lip-Bu Tan flattens company's leadership structure as he seeks to end 'suffocating' culture, boost innovation
TSMC Denies Talks With Intel Over Chipmaking Joint Venture
Denial from TSMC, after multiple reports it was in talks with Intel over a joint venture to operate Intel chip factories
AMD Warns Of $800m Charge From US Chip Restrictions On China
Another big name chip maker expects a hefty financial charge, after the US tightened rules over exporting chips to China
US State Dept Closes Office Flagging Russia, China Disinformation
Federal office that tackled misinformation and disinformation from hostile nations is closed down, after criticism from US conservatives
Temu, Shein To Increase US Prices After Trump’s Tariffs
Two Chinese retailers warn customers in America that prices will increase next week, as Trump's hefty tariffs bite
China’s Rare Earth Export Restrictions Poses Threat To US...
American think tank warns about possible threat to US defence, after China imposes rare earth export restrictions
ASML, Others Outline Impact Of Trump’s Tariffs
Chip making giant ASML mirrors other equipment makers, and outlines financial impact of Donald Trump's tariffs
AI in Cybersecurity: Double-Edged Sword or Game-Changer?
AI is transforming cybersecurity, offering faster defence and smarter attacks. Learn how businesses can harness its power while managing the rising risks.
Google Sued In UK For Online Search Domination
Search engine giant being sued for £5 billion ($6.64 billion) damages over allegations for online search domination
Intel Sells Majority Stake In Altera To Silver Lake
Intel sells 51 percent of programmable chip unit Altera to Silver Lake Partners in deal that values it at half its acquisition price
China Exempts Outsourced Chips From Tariffs
China will not levy duties on imports of US-branded chips unless they are actually manufactured there, in potential blow to US-based plants
Google Cuts Hundreds Of Android, Pixel Staff – Report
Hundreds of staff within the Android, Chrome and Pixel teams at Alphabet's Google are reportedly being laid off
PC Shipments Grow In Q1 Amid Tariff Worries
Shipments of personal computers grew in the first quarter, IDC and Canalys report, amid concern at the impact of Trump's tariffs
Silicon In Focus Podcast: From Hype to Reality – The Real ROI of AI...
Discover how businesses can cut through the AI hype, set realistic goals, and achieve real ROI. Insights on strategy, metrics, success factors, and trends.
Ofcom Launches First ‘Online Safety Act’ Investigation
British regulator Ofcom announces first investigation under new digital safety laws, into an online suicide forum
China’s YMTC Publishes Memory Patent Applications
US-sanctioned YMTC publishes nearly 20 memory patent applications, showcasing innovations in efficiency and chip construction
CATL ‘In Talks’ For Controlling Stake In Nio’s Power...
Battery giant CATL reportedly in talks to buy controlling stake in unit of EV maker Nio that operates thousands of China battery-swap stations
Intel, TSMC Strike Preliminary Deal On Foundry Venture
Intel, TSMC executives reportedly agree preliminary deal to form joint venture to operate Intel's factories
The Microsoft Milestone: 50 Years On, It’s Personal
Marking 50 years of Microsoft, this editorial reflects on its evolution from startup to tech giant—and how it quietly shaped the way we live, work, and connect.
Amazon’s First Project Kuiper Satellites Slated For 9 April...
Rival for Starlink and OneWeb. United Launch Alliance slated to send 27 Kuiper satellites into low Earth orbit on 9 April
Trump’s Tariffs: Implications For Tech Sector
Semiconductor imports are free of Trump's tariff war, but concerns remain over imports of smartphones from China, and items sold on Amazon
Amazon Launches Nova AI Agent To Perform Browser Actions
New addition. Next generation foundation model, as Amazon Nova model launches to perform actions within web browser
Overcoming Digital Transformation Challenges: Lessons from Industry...
Discover expert insights on overcoming digital transformation challenges. Learn how to manage change, balance innovation, and drive business growth effectively.
SMIC Sees Record Revenue, But Halved Profits
SMIC sees revenues rise 27 percent for 2024, but profits fall nearly 50 percent amidst sanctions, intensified competition