Market Trends & Industry Updates

Ireland’s National Semiconductor Institute Confirms Major Expansion Plans

Ireland’s semiconductor plans received a promising boost this with with government approval for a significant expansion of the Tyndall National Institute – a move that strengthens the country’s long-term position within the global semiconductor ecosystem. Backed by more then €100 … Read More

Semiconductor News: December 2025 Roundup

Semiconductor News & Industry Developments December closed out 2025 with a strong mix of design breakthroughs and strategic partnerships across the semiconductor ecosystem. From hyperscaler AI infrastructure and advanced memory research to new design hubs and talent initiatives, this month’s … Read More

Semiconductor Industry Milestones: 2025 Trends in ASIC Design & Verification

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

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

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

Science Week 2025 Ireland

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

What to Expect at Embedded World North America 2025 – Event Agenda & Highlights

Embedded World North America (4‑6 Nov, Anaheim, CA) is the go‑to gathering for engineers seeking the latest in embedded systems, edge AI, IoT, hardware/software convergence and more. The conference will offer attendees the opportunity to learn, network and engage with industry … Read More