Small powerful systems drive medical semiconductor sales
20 March, 2015Smaller and more powerful medical systems are expected to give a boost to the sales of ICs, sensors and other devices for the medical semiconductor market, according to research firm IC Insights.
Power electronics market set to grow
04 March, 2015After two years of stagnancy, the power semiconductor devices market is set to prosper, according to research and consulting firm Yole Développement (Yole).
Where to now for the test and measurement industry?
03 March, 2015The Internet of Things (IoT), big data and the rapid development of wireless networks are all having a significant impact on the test and measurement industry. This article provides insights on the key technologies and methodologies that are affecting the industry.
Best practices to enhance privacy and security in the IoT era
05 February, 2015In a detailed report on the Internet of Things (IoT), the US Federal Trade Commission has recommended a series of concrete steps that businesses can take to enhance and protect consumers' privacy and security.
Best practices to enhance privacy and security for the IoT
05 February, 2015In a detailed report on the Internet of Things (IoT), the US Federal Trade Commission has recommended a series of concrete steps that businesses can take to enhance and protect consumers' privacy and security.
Memory suppliers account for more than 60% of 300 mm wafer capacity
02 February, 2015Ranking of top 10 suppliers now accounts for 93% of total installed 300 mm wafer capacity, according to IC Insights.
Memory suppliers account for more than 60% of 300 mm wafer capacity
02 February, 2015Ranking of top 10 suppliers now accounts for 93% of total installed 300 mm wafer capacity, according to IC Insights.
Medical device M&A activity hits all-time high
15 January, 2015The medical device industry witnessed an unusually high amount of mergers and acquisitions activity in 2014 with a total of 96 mergers and acquisitions announced, representing an increase of 18.5% on 2013, according to an analyst with research and consulting firm GlobalData.
South Korean and Taiwanese companies control 56% of global fab capacity
19 December, 2014South Korean and Taiwanese chip companies are well known for manufacturing prowess when it comes to efficiently fabricating huge amounts of IC wafers.
Connector technology trends of 2014
12 December, 2014The connector industry grew in 2014, and that was a result of both evolving product lines and cutting-edge technology. Bob Hult looks back at the year's trends and products in the annual 2014 Connector Technology Review.
IoT: fact or fiction?
08 December, 2014The majority of organisations that have adopted Internet of Things (IoT) solutions are already seeing measurable results, including enhanced customer experience, collaboration, insight and productivity, according to a new Harvard Business Review study.
Australian workers 'donate' $109.6bn worth of unpaid overtime each year
02 December, 2014Millions of Australian workers are losing the battle for better work/life balance due to excessive unpaid overtime and feel they have little control over how to change the situation, according to new research by The Australia Institute.
A strategy for workplace diversity
01 December, 2014Engineers Australia has welcomed 'A strategy for inclusiveness, well-being and diversity in engineering workplaces'. The strategy provides a comprehensive roadmap to improve diversity and inclusiveness in Australia's engineering workplaces.
Automotive IC market to grow 15%
20 November, 2014The total automotive IC market is expected to grow 15% to $21.7 billion in 2014, compared to a 1% increase registered in 2013, according to IC Insights' 2015 IC Market Drivers Report.
APAC wearables market to reach US$37 billion
07 November, 2014The market for wearable technology in APAC is currently worth US$8.5 billion and is expected to grow to US$37 billion over the next five years at a CAGR of around 34%, according to Arvind Arun, industry analyst in the ICT Practice at Frost & Sullivan.
