The Ultimate Guide to Semiconductors
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Semiconductors.
What to know about Semiconductors
Semiconductors are the foundational technology behind virtually all modern electronic devices, powering everything from smartphones and computers to automotive systems and industrial equipment. This tag gathers stories that explore the dynamic global semiconductor market, highlighting key industry shifts, technological advances, and major corporate activities shaping the sector.
Through these articles, readers can gain insights into market trends such as chip demand fluctuations, the impact of supply chain disruptions, and the strategic mergers and acquisitions reshaping the competitive landscape. The coverage also delves into emerging areas like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and the automotive semiconductor market, illustrating how semiconductors are driving innovation across industries.
For those interested in the complex interplay of technology advancement, industry economics, and global trade influencing semiconductor progress, this collection offers a comprehensive view. It is valuable for understanding how leading companies like Samsung, Intel, Qualcomm, and others maneuver within the market as well as how evolving applications and geopolitical factors affect semiconductor development worldwide.
UK Semiconductors News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
British Business Bank boosts Northern Gritstone to GBP £40m
A state-backed push to fund northern university spinouts has lifted Northern Gritstone’s capital base to GBP £382 million amid a tough fundraising market.
Europe launches HiCONNECTS to cut AI data centre power
Researchers say light-based computing could curb rising electricity demand as AI and cloud services push data centres towards higher power use.
UK launches GBP £500m sovereign AI fund amid doubts
The plan could deepen UK firms’ dependence on overseas AI providers unless ministers also spur wider enterprise adoption and infrastructure.
UK government launches GBP £500m Sovereign AI Unit
The £500 million fund is meant to help British AI start-ups scale, as ministers seek growth and greater control over core technology.
Experts react to UK £500 million sovereign AI unit
The new fund is intended to boost growth while giving the UK more control over data, chips and AI systems used by public services.
RANsemi chip powers Apeiroon deployable 5G systems
Deployable 4G and 5G kits for defence and emergency teams are set to shrink as Apeiroon adopts RANsemi's RNS802 chip.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Semiconductors
Europe retail tech shifts to higher-performance PCs
IDC says global server revenue hits USD $444.1 billion
IDC warns smartphone shipments to fall on memory shock
Enterprise IoT hits USD $324bn as AI drives autonomy
AI notebook prices drop as retailers face tough trade-offs
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Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Semiconductors News
UK patent filings slip as EPO applications top 200000
UK patent filings drop 3.3% after three years of growth as EPO applications pass 200,000 for the first time, led by US, Germany and China.
European spinouts hit EUR €370 billion, led by photonics
European university spinouts now total EUR €370bn in value, with photonics and quantum science driving a surge in deep-tech commercialisation.
Open banking becomes core UK fintech infrastructure
Open banking has swiftly evolved from a regulatory fix into core UK infrastructure, transforming payments, lending and everyday money management.
UK faces 120,000 tech skills shortfall by 2035, report warns
The UK risks a 120,000-strong tech talent gap by 2035, with AI, cyber security and semiconductor roles hardest hit, a report warns.
Ubitium unveils universal RISC-V chip for embedded systems
German start-up Ubitium tapes out universal RISC-V chip on Samsung 8nm, aiming to replace dozens of embedded processors with one device.
Space Forge opens Welsh base for microgravity chips
Space Forge opens £13 million Swansea hub to link microgravity chip production with Welsh semiconductor research and manufacturing.
London Tech Week 2026 agenda puts sovereign AI centre stage
London Tech Week 2026 unveils an AI-heavy agenda, with founders and global enterprises set to debate sovereign models and large-scale deployment.
AI boom drives PC component shortages, price rises
AI data centre investment is starving Europe's PC market of key components, driving sharp RAM and SSD price rises into 2026.
British Business Bank backs IQ Capital's GBP £50m fund
British Business Bank pledges up to GBP £50 million to IQ Capital Fund V, reinforcing a 20-year partnership backing UK deep tech.
Vespertec warns AI growth will hit hard data centre limits
Vespertec says AI growth will slam into hard data centre limits by 2026, as chip, memory and cooling bottlenecks reshape infrastructure plans.
Women & rising stars honoured at 2025 TechWorks Awards gala
Women leaders and emerging engineers headlined the 2025 TechWorks Awards in London, as UK deep tech celebrated talent and diversity.
Photonics seen as key to greener AI as energy use surges in Europe
Photonics could be key to cutting Europe's soaring AI energy demands and emissions as a new report warns current tech cannot meet growth sustainably.
TechWorks launches initiative to boost UK women in technology
TechWorks launches Women in TechWorks to boost UK women's careers in tech, focusing on recruitment, retention, mentoring and celebrating achievements.
Why deep tech venture capitalists have resilience in the face of global tariffs
Despite US tariffs disrupting global trade, deep tech venture capital remains resilient due to its strategic, long-term innovations and growing investor confidence.
AI & automation key to improving threat intelligence maturity
A Cyware survey reveals 80% of IT pros find their threat intelligence programmes underperforming, with AI and automation seen as key to boosting cyberdefence maturity.
Pushing the boundaries: how the channel powers hybrid and remote working
With 67% of UK adults hybrid working, Channel partners are key to supporting flexible work through cloud, cybersecurity and unified communications solutions.
Industrial Strategy hailed as digital, skills & supply chain reforms urged
The UK's new Industrial Strategy launches, but leaders urge urgent reforms in digital, skills, and supply chains to boost growth.
Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs
Two thirds of global firms saw a rise in cyberattacks last year, with AI-driven threats and lack of expertise raising security concerns, says Hiscox report.
Westcon-Comstor launches managed SOC solution for Cisco partners
Westcon-Comstor launches a managed SOC solution powered by Cisco XDR, enabling UK and EMEA partners to offer cybersecurity services without hefty infrastructure costs.
UK set to play crucial role in $2 trillion chip market
The global semiconductor industry is set to reach $2 trillion annually within ten years, with the UK poised for significant growth, says NMI.
