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AI时代的芯片机会,罗姆怎么看?
半导体芯闻· 2025-12-18 10:24
如果您希望可以时常见面,欢迎标星收藏哦~ 过去几年人工智能的浪潮不但让英伟达和AMD这样的算力厂商业绩暴涨,三星和SK海力士等存储 厂商也收获颇丰,就连博通和Marvell等厂商也凭借定制业务和互联产品等优势成为人工智能时代 的另一批受惠者。此外,诸如光模块供应商、线缆供应商、服务器制造商、芯片制造商,甚至芯片 设备供应商等产业链参与者也乘势成为了AI弄潮儿。 由于AI产业链庞大,供应商众多,我们并不能在一个报道中尽数详述。但从罗姆半导体(上海) 有限公司深圳分公司技术中心总经理水原徳健先生的介绍看来,这其中必然有功率器件供应商的一 席之地。 AI服务器需求猛增,电量问题凸显 无论是传统的服务器,还是新兴的AI服务器,都需要供电,这是一个毫无争议的事实。但和过往 不一样,AI时代的基础设施建设越来越多,相应的AI芯片也有了越来越大的功率,这就让与之密 切相关的能源问题,成为全球关注的重点。 水原徳健先生也承认,AI服务器的发展,最大的问题就是它的耗电量会激增。他引述相关数据介 绍说,到2030年,AI耗电量将激增至约1000TWh,至少消耗全球10%的电力。对于能源供应的充 沛的国家而言,这可能不是问题。但对 ...
坚持自主研发与产业协同 新相微绘就显示芯片发展新蓝图
Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the strategic focus of the company on high-end display chip domestic substitution and innovation in advanced display technologies [1][2] - The company has established a comprehensive product matrix covering over a hundred types of new display driver ICs and power ICs for various applications including smart wearables, mobile phones, and automotive displays [1] - The company has maintained long-term collaborations with leading manufacturers such as BOE, Huike, Tianma Microelectronics, Visionox, Huawei, and Xiaomi, ensuring a stable supply of high-quality products and services [1] Group 2 - The company is committed to increasing R&D investment and has implemented a tiered R&D system to ensure continuous technological innovation and leadership in the field [1] - Recent capital operations include the establishment of the "Chongqing Liangjiang New Display Venture Capital Fund" in collaboration with the Chongqing Liangjiang New Area government, aimed at nurturing high-end technical talent and projects in the display chip industry [2] - The company aims to leverage global display technology iterations and accelerated domestic substitution opportunities to enhance market penetration and international competitiveness [2] Group 3 - The company announced the termination of a previously planned major asset restructuring with Shenzhen Aisheng Technology Co., Ltd., stating that this adjustment will not affect normal operations or strategic progress [4]
苹果芯片,太多了!
半导体行业观察· 2025-03-18 01:36
Core Viewpoint - Apple is set to continue its strong product launches in 2025, with a focus on semiconductor technology as a backbone for its products, including the iPhone 16e and Mac Studio [1][3]. Group 1: Product Launches and Specifications - The iPhone 16e is scheduled for release on February 28, 2025, featuring Apple's proprietary modem chipsets [1]. - The Mac Studio will be launched on March 12, 2025, with options for "M3 Ultra" or "M4 Max" versions, supporting up to 512GB of unified memory [1]. - The new Mac mini, set to release on November 8, 2024, will utilize the 3nm technology-based M4 Pro chip, significantly reducing its size and weight compared to the previous generation [3][8]. Group 2: Chip Development and Integration - Apple is actively developing not only its digital processors but also peripheral chips (power ICs and interfaces) to enhance processor performance, creating a complete system in chipsets [2][3]. - The integration of power ICs with processors has been a focus since Apple's acquisition of Dialog Semiconductor's power IC business in 2018, allowing for improved power management and performance [6][7]. - The upcoming products will feature Thunderbolt 5 interfaces, which offer double the speed of Thunderbolt 4, showcasing Apple's commitment to in-house chip development [7][9]. Group 3: Design and Efficiency - The design of the new Mac mini's circuit board has been optimized, resulting in a smaller footprint while maintaining processor packaging size, thanks to advancements in semiconductor technology [8]. - Apple's M4 Pro and M4 Max chips will share a significant amount of silicon, indicating a strategy of standardizing design assets to enhance development efficiency [12][13]. - The company emphasizes the use of its proprietary silicon and control chips across its product range, ensuring consistent performance and functionality [10][11].
安森美500亿收购惨遭拒!
国芯网· 2025-03-07 04:46
Core Viewpoint - Allegro Microsystems rejected a $6.9 billion cash acquisition offer from ON Semiconductor, citing the proposal as "inadequate" [1][2]. Group 1: Allegro Microsystems - Allegro's board received the acquisition proposal in February and deemed the offer of $35.10 per share insufficient, following a previous offer of $34.50 per share [2]. - Allegro's latest closing stock price was $26.78 per share, with a total market capitalization of approximately $4.9 billion [2]. - In 2024, Allegro reported sales revenue exceeding $1 billion, reflecting an 8% year-over-year growth, with the latest quarterly revenue at $178 million [2]. Group 2: ON Semiconductor - ON Semiconductor's revenue primarily comes from automotive CMOS image sensors (CIS) and power semiconductors, holding a leading position in the automotive image sensor market with a 50% market share [3]. - In the advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) segment, ON Semiconductor commands a significant 68% market share [3]. - The CEO of ON Semiconductor stated that the merger would combine two highly complementary companies [3].
汇顶终止收购云英谷,英集芯收购辉芒微,新相微收购爱协生
半导体行业观察· 2025-03-04 00:53
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the termination of the acquisition of Yunyinggu Technology by Huizhi Technology, highlighting the reasons behind the decision and the financial status of Yunyinggu Technology [2][3][5]. Group 1: Termination of Acquisition - Huizhi Technology announced the termination of the acquisition of 100% shares of Yunyinggu Technology due to failure to reach an agreement on the transaction price and commercial terms [2][3]. - The decision was made after thorough analysis and discussions with the transaction parties, aiming to protect the interests of the company and its shareholders [3]. Group 2: Yunyinggu Technology Overview - Yunyinggu Technology specializes in OLED display driver chips (DDIC) and is classified under the "new generation information technology industry" as a strategic emerging industry [3][4]. - The company operates a Fabless model, focusing on integrated circuit design, quality control, and sales, while outsourcing manufacturing and testing [4]. Group 3: Financial Performance - As of September 30, 2024, Yunyinggu Technology reported total assets of 1.27 billion, total liabilities of 170 million, and a revenue of 704 million with a loss of 162 million for the first three quarters of the year [5]. - The losses are attributed to high early-stage R&D investments, which exceed 100 million annually, but are expected to improve as commercial applications scale up [5][6]. Group 4: Competitive Landscape - Yunyinggu Technology's main competitors are South Korean and Taiwanese firms, and it is currently in a revenue growth phase with relatively high production costs [6]. - The company has established stable partnerships with leading Micro-OLED panel manufacturers, positioning itself as a key supplier in the market [5].