Do Son Qualcomm global layoffs will begin in November 2026 as smartphone shipments plunge 20 percent and memory costs strain device manufacturers worldwide.
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OpenAI and Cerebras sign a $10B+ deal in Jan 2026 to deploy 750MW of wafer-scale chips, promising 15x faster AI responses than traditional GPUs.
Apple's new C1X and N1 chips in the iPhone Air, along with a powerful A19 Pro, signal its push to control hardware and enable a new era of on-device AI.
Qualcomm's CEO says Intel's foundry technology isn't advanced enough for its needs, signaling continued reliance on TSMC and Samsung for chip production.
The U.S. government has acquired an equity stake in Intel, freeing the company from CHIPS Act restrictions and cementing Washington's control over the chip industry.
Apple has reportedly secured nearly half of TSMC's 2nm chip production for the iPhone 18's A20 processor, a move that highlights the fierce competition for cutting-edge silicon.
SoftBank is making a $2 billion investment in Intel, a move that signals confidence in the struggling chipmaker's future amidst reports of U.S. government interest.
Arm CEO Rene Haas confirms the company is exploring developing its own chips and chiplets, marking a strategic pivot that could put it in direct competition with long-time partners like Qualcomm and NVIDIA.Arm, Chip Development, AI, Chiplets, Semiconductors, Qualcomm, NVIDIA, Rene Haas, Licensing, Tech Industry
Intel's new CEO indicates the company may exit advanced chip manufacturing (14A/18A) if external demand falters, highlighting struggles to compete with TSMC and ongoing cost-cutting efforts.
India aims to launch its first "Made in India" chip and open six fabs by late 2025 to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and reduce 90% import reliance.