- Hokkaido University is expanding its research capabilities in advanced materials, with a focus on semiconductor research.
- Hokkaido University partnered with Rapidus on semiconductor initiatives.
SkyeChip joins Rapidus Ecosystem as design solution associate
What happened
SkyeChip, a Malaysian IP developer and IC design house, became one of 17 inaugural design solution associates in the Rapidus Collaborative Open Rapid Ecosystem. The company, which is listed on Bursa Malaysia, reported Q2 revenue of $12 million and a net profit of $3.4 million. In Q2, Semiconductor IP accounted for 52.9% of revenue, while ASICs accounted for 46.9%.
Why it matters
SkyeChip stated that the partnership aims to help customers bring advanced AI and HPC silicon to market faster. The company's Q2 sales were split between the US, which accounted for 54.6% of sales, and China, which accounted for 42.1% of sales. This move supports SkyeChip's goal of becoming a global silicon IP and silicon products company from Malaysia.
Hokkaido University has partnered with Rapidus on semiconductor initiatives and is expanding its research capabilities in advanced materials, including semiconductor research.
Who's involved
- ChinaA major market for SkyeChip's products, accounting for 42.1% of Q2 sales.
- Bursa MalaysiaThe stock exchange where SkyeChip is listed.
- MalaysiaThe country of origin for SkyeChip, the Malaysian IP developer.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- ChinaSpeculative
Might see increased demand for SkyeChip's products, given that China accounted for 42.1% of its Q2 sales.