Semiconductor Industry Milestones 2025 As 2025 comes to a close, it’s an ideal time to reflect on the trends and developments that shaped the semiconductor industry this year. From advances in process technology to the rise of chiplet architectures and … Read More
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Kickstart Your Microelectronics Career: Tyndall Summer Fellowships
Applications close: Friday 31st January 2026. Apply now via Tyndall National Institute. Kickstart Your Microelectronics Career in 2026 with Tyndall National Institute Semiconductor Summer Fellowships Are you an Irish STEM student planning a career in semiconductors or ASIC design/verification? The … Read More
Semiconductor News: November 2025 Roundup
Semiconductor News & Industry Developments Stay ahead in semiconductors with our November 2025 roundup. From AI-driven chip design and quantum ASIC developments to breakthroughs in verification and photonics, this edition highlights key industry moves, technical insights and must-watch videos. ChipAgents … Read More
NVIDIA and Synopsys Partner to Accelerate AI-Driven Design and Verification
Accelerating Verification with NVIDIA & Synopsys NVIDIA has announced a strategic multiyear partnership with Synopsys, starting with a $2 billion investment in the EDA leader. The collaboration combines NVIDIA’s GPU-accelerated computing and AI expertise with Synopsys’ engineering and verification platforms. … Read More
Best On-Demand Semiconductor Webinars for Engineers (2025)
Staying ahead in semiconductor design means constantly learning – but not everyone has time for live events. This curated list brings together some of the best on-demand technical webinars from leading EDA vendors and semiconductor experts. ASIC & RTL Design Sharpen your … Read More
Electronic Design Automation (EDA) for ASIC Engineers: Key Tools, Use Cases & Industry Outlook
Electronic Design Automation: A Practical Guide for Engineers As semiconductor complexity continues to surge, Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools have become the backbone of modern chip development. These vital software platforms enable engineering teams to design, verify, implement and validate … Read More
ASIC Design & Verification Research (2025): Technical Papers to Add to Your Reading List
Keeping up with the latest ASIC design and verification research can be overwhelming. From AI-driven automation and LLM-assisted RTL generation to high-throughput architectures and advanced security frameworks, 2025 has delivered remarkable breakthroughs. To save you time, we’ve curated some of … Read More
Cadence Acquires ChipStack to Accelerate AI-Powered Chip Verification
Cadence Design Systems has announced it will acquire ChipStack, a startup specialising in agentic AI solutions for chip verification. This acquisition strengthens Cadence’s AI-driven design and verification offerings. As a result, engineers can expect accelerated workflows and improved productivity across … Read More
Supporting Ireland’s STEM Future: Science Week 2025
Science week Ireland 2025 (9th – 16th November) is the perfect moment to celebrate innovation, curiosity and the engineers shaping Ireland’s technological future. From inspiring students to empowering seasoned professionals, Science Week highlights the invaluable role that STEM plays in … Read More
2026 International Semiconductor Events Calendar
2026 International Semiconductor Events Calendar: In-Person Events The semiconductor industry evolves quickly – and so too does the global events landscape. New conferences, technical symposiums and virtual learning sessions continue to be announced regularly as chipmakers, EDA providers and research … Read More