Week In Review: Auto, Security, Pervasive Computing
Foxconn chip venture; six levels of AVs; automotive cybersecurity standards; falling rockets.
Pervasive computing — IoT, edge, cloud, data center, and back
Foxconn (also known as
Yageo
Group, a component production and process management company for EVs and other high-end electronics, to focus on the development of semiconductors under $2 USD, which they call “small ICs.” Through the JV, a new company called
XSemi will develop semiconductors to provide a stable supply to both companies and other customers. According to a press release. “Hon Hai has built capabilities within semiconductor equipment, design services, IC design in 5G, AI, CIS (CMOS Image Sensors), and display driver, foundry fabs, and advanced packaging.” Yageo brings component production and sales. “Yageo aims to create a one-stop shop for its customers,” said Yageo chairman Pierre Chen in the press release. “That and through this joint venture, we will further provide the services and products that meet customers’ need for supply chain optimization.” Yageo will add to its passive components into semiconductors. The JV will be based in Hsinchu, Taiwan.