RE149 Q1 2025 Market Insights V3 - Flipbook - Page 12
Renesas
• Future Electronics has launched the Renesas Wireless Connectivity Solutions hub, providing engineers with a
dedicated resource for accessing Renesas’ latest wireless technologies, development tools, and expert support to
streamline product design and accelerate time-to-market.
• Renesas has introduced the RZ/V2N MPU with an integrated AI accelerator, offering dual-camera processing and
efficient edge AI computing in a compact, fanless design.
• Renesas has launched the R-BMS F, a fixed-firmware battery management system designed for drones, robotics, and
electric vehicles, offering pre-validated firmware and an easy-to-use GUI for simplified battery management.
Samsung
• Samsung Electronics’ leadership apologized for the company’s stock decline and pledged to regain competitiveness
through AI chip advancements and a major M&A deal in 2025.
• Samsung will begin rolling out One UI 7 on April 7, introducing AI-driven features, enhanced personalization, and a
streamlined design for Galaxy devices.
• Samsung has launched the 9100 PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD in Singapore, boasting up to 14,800 MB/s read and 13,400 MB/s
write speeds. Available in 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB capacities, it offers improved power efficiency and enhanced heat
management.
Siemens
• Siemens plans to cut over 6,000 jobs worldwide, mainly in its factory automation unit, due to weak demand in China
and Germany. About 5,600 cuts will happen by 2027, with half in Germany. The EV charging division will also reduce
450 jobs, shifting focus to fast-charging infrastructure.
• Siemens’ Cre8Ventures partners with Minima blockchain to enhance security and data authenticity in its digital twin
marketplace and IoT applications.
ST Microelectronics
• STMicroelectronics may cut up to 3,000 jobs in France and Italy as part of a $300 million restructuring plan, focusing
advanced production facilities.
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• TotalEnergies will supply 1.5 TWh of renewable power to STMicroelectronics in France over 15 years, supporting ST’s
goal of 100% renewable energy by 2027.
• Europe’s semiconductor ambitions face setbacks as STMicroelectronics and GlobalFoundries shelve their €5.7 billion
wafer fab project in France, shifting focus to China amid geopolitical and economic challenges.
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