Blog: 05/06/15

SIA Joins Effort to Develop International Anti-counterfeiting Curriculum for Customs Officers

…curriculum will be offered by the International IP Crime Investigators College in online modules free to customs officers from any nation. Much of the training will focus on the public…

Blog: 03/18/15

What End Use Applications Drove Semiconductor Sales in 2014?

…the largest end use application for semiconductors, overtaking the PC/computer end use application category. In 2014, communications represented 34.4 percent of total end use sales of semiconductors and PC/computer accounted…

Blog: 03/17/15

Myths vs. Facts: Setting the Record Straight on Immigration

examines and discredits a series of common misconceptions about immigration. One such myth is that lowering the number of immigrants would free up jobs for American workers. In fact, immigration…

Press Release: 07/31/15

SIA Welcomes Progress on Trans-Pacific Partnership Talks, But Urges Swift Conclusion of Final Deal

…of America’s economic strength, national security and global competitiveness. Semiconductors – microchips that control all modern electronics – enable the systems and products we use to work, communicate, travel, entertain,…

Blog: 02/28/13

Expansion of Key Trade Agreement Should be a Top Priority

Earlier this month, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) completed an investigation into the proposed expansion of the Information Technology Agreement (ITA), which promotes fair and open trade by providing…

Press Release: 07/06/15

Global Semiconductor Sales Increase Five Percent in May

…percent compared to last May to lead all regional markets. All monthly sales numbers are compiled by the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) organization and represent a three-month moving average….

Blog: 07/01/20

USMCA Implementation is a Milestone for Global Technology Trade

…market access for innovative encryption products, increased safeguards and penalties to protect trade secrets, new rules to ensure state-owned enterprises compete fairly and transparently, and prohibition of forced transfer of…

Blog: 12/03/14

What is a Multi-Component Semiconductor (MCO)?

…ICs. Must be multi-component: In addition to an IC, and MCO must include one or more semiconductor component like a sensor, oscillator or resonator. The list of components that make…

Blog: 07/27/23

The State of the Industry Report Highlights Challenges and Opportunities Facing U.S. Chip Industry

…needed semiconductor research investments and manufacturing incentives. and reinforce America’s economy, national security, and supply chains. Since the CHIPS Act was introduced, companies from around the world have responded enthusiastically,…

Blog: 01/06/23

Semiconductor Industry is Committed to Combatting Illicit Chip Diversion

…broad range of challenges in preventing the illicit purchase and counterfeiting of semiconductors. Semiconductor companies take very seriously their responsibility to have robust and comprehensive compliance programs, which include conducting…

Blog: 05/15/14

Global Semiconductor Industry Urges ITA Expansion Breakthrough at APEC Trade Meeting

…seeks expanded coverage for new and innovative semiconductor products, including multi-component semiconductors (MCOs). MCOs comprise a growing share of the global semiconductor market, and will be key to continued growth…

Blog: 02/05/19

As Washington Sets 2019 Policy Agenda, Semiconductor Priorities Central to Debate

…to ensure that controls are effective, multilateral, and narrowly tailored to address national security concerns and allow U.S. semiconductor companies to effectively compete in the global market. Research: Research is…