Semiconductor Industry Update: Key Developments Shaping the Market on October 16, 2025
Discover 16 October 2025 top semiconductor news: ASML, TSMC, Samsung, Nvidia updates, and China’s rare earth export controls shaping the AI-driven chip market
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UK Launches “Neuroware” First National Innovation Centre for Neuromorphic Computing Hardware
The UK has launched Neuroware, its first national Innovation and Knowledge Centre for neuromorphic computing hardware, led by University College London with £12.8 million in funding. The centre unites top universities and major tech firms to accelerate brain-inspired, energy-efficient computing for AI, healthcare, and IoT, aiming to bridge research and real-world applications.
Volkswagen Group and Rivian Unveil Joint Semiconductor Procurement Model to Strengthen Automotive Supply Chains
Volkswagen Group, in partnership with Rivian, has announced a new semiconductor procurement model covering over 50 categories, aiming to streamline sourcing, cut costs, and boost supply chain resilience for future vehicle models. The joint venture will manage critical chip sourcing across Europe and North America, setting a new benchmark for collaboration between the automotive and semiconductor industries.
Trump Administration Eyes 1:1 Semiconductor Import Rule, Sparking Industry Uncertainty
The Trump administration is considering a policy requiring semiconductor companies to manufacture as many chips domestically as they import, or face steep tariffs. Industry leaders warn the plan could disrupt supply chains and increase costs, citing the significant time and investment needed to expand U.S. chip production.
Huawei Patents Two Silicon Carbide Cooling Technology to Power Next-Gen AI Chips
Huawei has disclosed two new patents in China for silicon carbide (SiC) cooling technology, targeting heat dissipation challenges in next-gen AI chips. These high-purity SiC cooling chips aim to enhance thermal performance in compact, high-power devices, potentially boosting Huawei's competitiveness in AI hardware.
Semiconductor Sell-Off Triggers 2% Tech Stock Slide as Fed Warnings and Shutdown Risk Rattle Markets
Semiconductor stocks tumbled over 2% on September 25, 2025, dragging the tech sector down as Fed warnings and a rising risk of a U.S. government shutdown rattled investor confidence. Broadcom, TSMC ADRs, and Micron were among the hardest hit.
How Semiconductor Trends and Geopolitics Reshoring Are Driving Market Growth in 2025?
While the semiconductor industry anticipates robust capital expenditures exceeding $185 billion in 2025 to expand production capacity by 7%, several challenges remain. Read to know more
Light powered chips are poised to replace current chips , But Why?
Light powered chips are poised to replace current chips , But Why? You must would have heard scientists and researchers saying that the future of chips are Light Powered Chips or to be more professional Photonic Chips. But have you…
Quantum Computing and Supercomputing : India’s Ambitious Rs 10000 Cr Plan
An early and successful foundation in quantum computing is necessary to achieve leadership in this emerging field and hence, The MeitY Quantum Computing Applications Lab is established with the support of AWS. It is the first of its kind initiative…
Unprecedented Breakthrough: Quantum Coherence achieved at Room Temperature in 2024.
team of scientists has claimed that they have achieved quantum coherence at room temperature, meaning that their quantum system can retain its state for a long time without losing information. This breakthrough could have significant implications for the development of scalable and practical quantum devices
Deep dive into Intel’s new Backside power delivery
2024 is going to be a big year for Intel as Intel is trying its best to take back its throne from TSMC foundry business and in that Pursuit Intel unveiled its Backside Power Delivery technology . We recently covered…
“Quantum Computing chips :The door to limitless possibilities”
“Quantum computing chips are specialized processors that leverage quantum mechanics to achieve exponential gains in computing power over classical systems. In this guide we explore the incredible potential of these chips…” Imagine a tiny chip, smaller than your fingernail, holding…