Ras Laffan attack raises spectre of prolonged LNG supply disruption
Severe damage to Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG complex is likely to prolong supply disruption well beyond initial expectations, with traders and analysts now warning of the potential for a sustained outage and extended gas price volatility. Questioned by specialist energy news outlet, Montel News, Tom Marzec-Manser, Director of European gas and LNG at Wood Mackenzie […]
ICYMI: When AI steals your memory chips: How EMS and OEM companies can survive the 2026 supply crisis
AI isn’t just transforming technology: it’s draining the global memory supply and putting electronics manufacturers under massive pressure. In 2026, survival won’t depend on budget, but on procurement intelligence and speed.
Strong AI Momentum to Drive 24.8% Growth in Foundry Revenue in 2026; Selective Price Increases Emerging, Says TrendForce
TrendForce’s latest research on the foundry industry reveals that continued investment in the AI arms race by North American CSPs and AI startups will keep demand for AI processors and supporting ICs strong in 2026. Global foundry revenue is projected to grow 24.8% YoY to approximately US$218.8 billion, with TSMC expected to post the largest […]
Driving Yield and Reliability: Indium Corporation to Present Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Solutions at CPCA 2026 – March 24-26
CLINTON, N.Y. — Indium Corporation® Senior Area Technical Manager Leo Hu will discuss how innovative interconnect materials can drive higher yields and reliability in semiconductor packaging processes at the International Electronic Circuit Exhibition (CPCA), taking place March 24-26 in Shanghai, China. The presentation, titled Co-innovation of Materials and Processes for Advanced Semiconductor Packaging, details how […]
Smartphone Sales Decline in February as Brands Raise Prices Amid Rising Memory Costs
Global smartphone sell-through volumes are expected to decline 1% YoY in February, with YTD volumes down 4% YoY. The decline is partly due to a slowdown in demand in the lower and mid-range segments due to price increases. Counterpoint has observed noticeable price increases across most Android brands, like Samsung, Xiaomi, OPPO, vivo, realme and […]