Nexperia China Arm Defies HQ; Parent Wingtech Flags Cash-Flow Strain Despite 280% Q3 Profit Jump
The Dutch government seized control of Nexperia and dismissed its Chinese CEO, sending shockwaves through the global semiconductor industry. According to Tom’s Hardware, Wingtech stated in its earnings filing that if it fails to regain operational control of its European subsidiary, Nexperia could face temporary pressure on revenue, profit, and cash flow due to governance issues, even as […]
Omdia: India smartphone market grew 3% as brands gear up for festive season
LONDON: India’s smartphone market grew 3% year-on-year (YoY) in Q3 2025, reaching 48.4 million units shipped according to the latest research from Omdia. Vendors filled the channels with new stocks in expectation of a high-demand festive period. The modest growth was driven by a wave of new launches in July and August, retail incentivization and […]
SEMI Announces Update to International Board of Directors
Terry Higashi Elected and Six Members Reelected to Serve on the Board MILPITAS, Calif. – SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced updates to the SEMI International Board of Directors. Tetsuro (Terry) Higashi, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Rapidus, has been elected and began his three-year term […]
Project Bromo: An Escape Hatch, Not a Fortress for European Space Industry
This post from Andrew Parsonson’s excellent newsletter, Europe in Space provides insights into Project Bromo, an agreement by Airbus, Leonardo and Thales to combine their space businesses.
PCEA Announces PCB West 2026 Dates and Booth Sales Open for Returning Exhibitors
PEACHTREE CITY, GA – The Printed Circuit Engineering Association (PCEA) announced today dates for the PCB West 2026 conference and exhibition. The one-day exhibition will take place Wednesday, October 1, while the four-day technical conference will take place September 29 to October 2. All events will be held at the Santa Clara (CA) Convention Center. […]