Apple’s Next MacBook Could Run an iPhone Chip
Internal Apple files reference unreleased MacBooks with A15 and A18 Pro chips. The A18 Pro configuration looks more like a real product, pointing to a potential low-cost MacBook launch in 2025.
Category: Semiconductors
China’s EUV Prototype Is a Shock, But Don’t Panic Yet
According to a report, China has built its first operational extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machine prototype. This marks a potential breakthrough in its quest for semiconductor independence, targeting mainstream use by 2030.
A Former AMD Exec Just Became a $6.5 Billion AI Chip Billionaire
The founder of Chinese AI chip firm MetaX, Chen Weiliang, is now worth $6.5 billion after his company’s shares skyrocketed 693% in their Shanghai trading debut. This marks China’s second chip billionaire in two weeks, fueled by massive investor demand and a national push for semiconductor self-relia
NVIDIA Might Slash RTX 50 GPU Production By 40% Next Year
New rumors from supply chain sources indicate NVIDIA is planning a significant reduction in RTX 50 series GPU production. The move is a response to a looming, long-term memory shortage that’s hitting the entire industry. Gamers hoping for easier upgrades in 2026 could be in for a nasty surprise.
Lumentum Adds Onsemi’s CFO to Its Board. Here’s Why It Matters.
Lumentum has expanded its board to nine members with the appointment of Thad Trent, the current CFO of onsemi. The move brings deep semiconductor finance and manufacturing expertise to the photonics company’s leadership as it targets AI infrastructure growth.
US Launches ‘Pax Silica’ Chip Alliance, Excluding Taiwan
The US has formed a new international group, ‘Pax Silica,’ to secure the semiconductor supply chain. The initial members include South Korea, Japan, and the Netherlands, but Taiwan—which makes 60% of the world’s chips—is not included. The move underscores the geopolitical battle over critical tech i
Ukrainians Sue US Chip Giants Over Russian Weapons
Ukrainian civilians have filed lawsuits in Texas against major US semiconductor firms. They allege the companies negligently allowed their chips to be diverted into Russian and Iranian weapons used in deadly attacks, including one on a children’s hospital.
Intel CEO Accused of Pushing Deals That Benefit His Own Investments
A new report alleges Intel’s CEO has been pitching acquisitions of startups like Rivos and SambaNova, in which his venture firm has a financial stake. In response, Intel has shifted deal-making authority to the CFO for conflicted transactions. This controversy hits as Intel desperately tries to rebu
Nvidia’s new service tracks GPU health, and maybe location too
Nvidia is developing a new inventory and health monitoring platform for its data center GPUs. The service could also provide a path to comply with proposed U.S. laws requiring location verification to prevent smuggling.
The 2026 CPU War is Heating Up: Intel, AMD, Qualcomm Clash
The next generation of laptop and desktop CPUs from Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm is already taking shape through leaks and early tests. 2026 is shaping up to be a year of massive performance jumps, especially in AI and integrated graphics. The battle lines are being drawn now.