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Renesas Electronics Acquires Apple Supplier, Dialog Semiconductor, for $5.9B

Renesas Electronics will acquire Dialog Semiconductor for $5.9 billion by the end of 2021. The merger substantially enhances its development capabilities.

DRAM Spot Prices Hit Two Year High Due to Global Chip Shortage

Spot prices for DRAM modules have reached their highest level in two years because of the global semiconductor shortage.

2022 Industry Insights: Predictions for the Global Semiconductor Sector

Sourcengine’s 2022 industry insight report discusses the availability, pricing, and risk issues that will affect the marketplace next year.

GlobalFoundries signs three-year, $1.6B wafer supply deal with AMD

GlobalFoundries made a $1.6 billion wafer supply deal with AMD. It will also develop 5G and 6G RF parts with Raytheon.

Renesas Suspends Operations at Ibaraki Factory Following 7.3 Earthquake

Renesas has temporarily suspended production at one of its Japanese plants following a 7.3 magnitude earthquake in its vicinity.

Sourcengine Q4 2021 lead time report highlights

Sourcengine’s Q4 2021 lead time report offers key insights about electronic component pricing and availability over the next three months.

Bel - Stewart Connector SS-60300 Series Ethernet Modular Jacks

Bel - Stewart Connector SS-60300 series Ethernet modular jacks are offered at Sourcengine. Learn more about Stewart SS-60300, buy and download data sheets here.

Cut Procurement Costs: Easily Using E-Commerce Marketplace Tools for Efficient Sourcing

Want to cut procurement cost? Find out how you can streamline the procurement process with Sourcengine, the world's e-commerce marketplace for electronic components. Learn more!

Can Moore’s Law Survive the 21st Century? Carbon Nanotube Processors and Other Technology Hold the Key

Is Moore’s Law here to stay? Many are saying Carbon Nanotube processors are the solution. Sourcengine talks about the future of Moore’s law.

Microchip Technology’s Automotive Solutions Enables Next-Generation Car Development

Microchip Technology’s latest automotive components empower OEMs to create the next generation of comfortable and convenient cars.

Automakers moving away from JIT inventory model post-global chip shortage

Because of the global chip shortage, leading car manufacturers are moving away from the “just-in-time” component inventory model.

The 4 Important Stages of The Product Lifecycle: How Parts Sourcing Impacts Total Product Performance

Product lifecycles are directly linked to electronic parts procurement. The sooner you grasp the importance of your product lifecycles, the better off your entire sourcing staff will perform. Review t

New Decade, New Developments: Supply Chain Projections for 2020

Electronic component supply chain industry predictions in 2020 delivered by Sourcengine. Impacts on the semiconductor industry.

Automobile Industry Estimated Costs From Global Chip Shortage Revised Up To $110B

AlixPartners, a global consultancy, estimates the global chip shortage will cost the automotive industry $110 billion this year.

Nexperia investing $700M in capacity expansion, opens new production line in Britain

Nexperia is spending $700 million to expand its development capabilities and manufacturing capacity. And it just activated a new production line.

European Union Plans to Create an Advanced Domestic Semiconductor Ecosystem by 2030

The European Union intends to make its domestic semiconductor industry a hub for cutting-edge microchip development by 2030.

China’s power crunch affects semiconductor companies with local facilities

China’s energy crisis has had a negative impact on firms that maintain component factories and chip packaging facilities in the region.

Western Digital in Advanced Discussions to Merge with Kioxia for $20 Billion

Western Digital and Kioxia are reportedly negotiating a $20 billion merger. But a possible IPO and global trade tensions threaten the deal.

IHS Markit's Insights and Recommendations Regarding the Global Chip Shortage

IHS Markit recently revealed key insights regarding the global semiconductor shortage. It also offered several best practice recommendations to help OEMs mitigate its impact.

Multiple industry leaders and analysts expect the global chip shortage will extend into 2023

Recently, many semiconductor industry leaders and analysts forecast the global chip shortage will not end until 2023.