Astute Group offers Central Semiconductor high voltage components
Astute Group offers Central Semiconductor's high voltage rectifiers and MOSFETs, designed to excel in demanding industrial, automotive, and power electronics applications.
Astute Group offers Innodisk industrial cameras for AI and automation
Astute Group is your trusted partner for industrial-grade vision solutions.
Power electronics: past to future
The future of power electronics is undergoing a radical transformation driven by cutting-edge materials like Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC). These wide-bandgap semiconductors bring game-changing advantages, outperforming traditional silicon and redefining performance benchmarks.
Optimism returns to the US electronics sector
Renewed positivity is sweeping through America's electronics manufacturing sector, marking a sharp turnaround from the pessimism of 2023.
Korean chip output surges – largest for 14 years – as AI fuels demand
South Korea's semiconductor industry is roaring back to life. February saw a staggering 65.3% year-on-year increase in output – the most significant jump since 2009. This robust growth signals a resurgence in both the nation's key manufacturing sector and broader global tech demand.
Astute Group announces authorised distribution partnership with Omega
Astute Group announces a new authorised distributor agreement with Omega, a global leader in process measurement and control. This strategic partnership expands Astute Group's industrial offering of high-quality temperature, humidity, pressure, flow, and other sensor solutions, bolstering its position as a comprehensive source for engineers worldwide.
Astute Group offers APEM Thumb Controls for Drones – UAVs & UGVs
Astute Group offers the APEM range of thumb controls from Apem, a range of compact and ergonomic joysticks suitable for use in drones (UAVs), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), robotics, and harsh environments.
Taiwan quake disrupts chip supply with likely impact on prices
Taiwan’s recent powerful earthquake continues to send ripples through the global electronics industry. Thankfully major chipmakers like TSMC have escaped the worst, production halts and disruptions will tighten the supply of key components like displays and semiconductors. Analysts warn this could lead to short-term price pressures, particularly in a market already facing tight inventories. The […]
TSMC gears up for 2nm chip dominance
Taiwanese tech giant TSMC is accelerating its push into next-generation chipmaking, with its Baoshan plant set to begin 2nm equipment installation in April. This move signals a major escalation in the advanced chipmaking race as TSMC aims to maintain its technological edge over rivals Samsung and Intel.
Astute Group offers Innodisk edge server SSDs for edge AI applications
Astute Group is your trusted partner for high-performance edge AI storage solutions.
Astute Group signs deal to distribute WAGO’s full product line across UK
Astute Group has signed a UK-authorised distribution agreement with WAGO, a global leader in automation and electrical interconnects. This partnership expands Astute Group’s growing portfolio of high-quality industrial components and solutions, offering customers even greater choice and flexibility.
Astute Group offers QUELL EESeal filter inserts for simplified EMI & ESD compliance
Astute Group offers the QUELL eSeal filter insert series, providing engineers with a compact, cost-effective, and highly reliable alternative to traditional, bulky filtered connectors. These inserts transform standard circular, D-Sub, Micro-D, and custom connectors into shielded, filtered versions in seconds, significantly simplifying EMI/ESD compliance efforts.
Astute Group offers Intelligent Memory legacy DRAM solutions
Astute Group is your trusted partner for extending the lifecycles of critical systems.
US chip push fuels tech war with China
Intel's massive $20 billion US CHIPS Act windfall marks the opening salvo in the US government's bid to revive domestic chipmaking and challenge China's industry dominance. But experts warn that even this unprecedented subsidy won't be enough to ensure America regains its semiconductor crown.
Astute Group offers Innodisk embedded peripherals for industrial & rugged applications
Astute Group is your trusted partner for robust embedded peripherals.
US on mission for microchip self-sufficiency
The US has set its sights on a bold and ambitious goal: to transform its position in the global semiconductor market. Currently absent in the production of advanced logic chips, the nation aims to capture a 20% market share by the end of the decade, as outlined by Secretary of State Gina Raimondo. This marks a dramatic shift in strategy, aiming to secure domestic control over critical components that power everything from smartphones to advanced military systems.
Astute Group offers SynQor VPX power systems for defence and industrial applications
Astute Group is your trusted partner for mission-critical VPX power systems.
Electronic component sales outlook turns positive
The electronic components industry is seeing a welcome shift in sentiment as the latest Electronic Component Sales Trend (ECST) survey reveals a return to positive territory for the first time in 21 months. This marks a significant turnaround after a prolonged period of stagnation, with February’s index score reaching 100.8, reports the ECIA. The uptick […]
Enterprise Tech poised for growth despite wider economic challenge
The telecommunications industry in 2024 faces a complex landscape, balancing exciting opportunities with significant headwinds such as a weak global economy and rising costs. However, the rise of enterprise-focused technologies like the Industrial Metaverse, RedCap, and AIoT provides promising avenues for growth.
Chip industry hits bottom, recovery sprouts: ASML
Semiconductor equipment giant ASML has declared the chip industry's slump over, predicting a budding recovery despite continued woes for major chipmakers.