Navigating the Impact of China’s Export Restrictions on Critical Materials

Recent developments in the global electronics industry have raised concerns about the availability of critical materials. China’s decision to restrict the export of gallium, germanium, and antimony in response to tightened U.S. sanctions on semiconductor technology has significant implications for manufacturers worldwide. This blog post from White Horse Laboratories offers guidance.

China Captures 61% of Global EV Traction Inverter Installation Volume in 3Q24, Europe Pushes Reforms to Rebound, Says TrendForce

TrendForce’s latest findings show that global shipments of EV traction inverters reached 6.87 million units in the third quarter of 2024, representing a 7% QoQ increase, though the growth rate has slowed compared to the same period last year. Among the segments, PHEV traction inverter shipments grew by 16%, marking the highest growth across all powertrain types, […]

PCs and Tablets Expected to Grow in 2024, but AI Isn’t the Main Driver -Yet, Says IDC

The global market for personal computing devices, including PCs and tablets, is set to grow 3.8% in 2024, reaching 403.5 million units, according to the latest forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. While PCs have dominated the discussion, driven primarily by the AI PC marketing combined with the approaching […]