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Month: January 2026
Global memory crunch pushes modders to experiment with DIY DDR5 RAM
The unprecedented memory chip shortage isn’t going to end anytime soon, but that doesn’t mean DDR5 RAM sticks couldn’t be cheaper than they are currently selling for. Modders are now […]
DDR3 motherboard sales are climbing quickly as DDR4 and DDR5 prices continue to rise
Over the past few months, memory prices have climbed at an alarming rate. DDR5 RAM prices skyrocketed, making upgrades difficult for PC builders. DDR4, which was once the more affordable alternative, […]
Global Chip Revenues Forecast to Reach $1 Trillion for the First Time in 2026
Growth is being driven by the rapid surge in memory and logic IC revenues, generated by massive demand from AI market. Global semiconductor revenues will exceed $1 trillion in 2026, […]
Introduction to Electronic Components
Electronic components are the building blocks of all modern electronic devices—from smartphones and laptops to industrial machines and smart home systems. Understanding these components is essential for anyone interested […]
Kung Hei Fat Choi 2026
As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we extend our sincere wishes for continued growth, prosperity, and success. May the year ahead bring new opportunities, strong partnerships, and steady […]
Year 2026 – Regular holidays and Special Non-working days
PLAN AHEAD Official Holidays for 2026Malacañang has issued the list of regular and special non-working holidays for the year 2026.
PSECE 2025
Chip 1 Exchange is thrilled to be part of the 20th Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition. We’re bringing our global supply chain expertise to Manila to help you […]
Understanding Texas Instruments: A Leader in Technology and Innovation
A Brief History of Texas Instruments Texas Instruments (TI) was founded in 1930 by John Lindsay and his partners, initially operating under the name Geophysical Company of Texas. The company […]
Navigating the Electronics Semiconductor Industry: Trends, Challenges, and Future Outlook
Introduction to the Semiconductor Industry The semiconductor industry is a vital segment of the global electronics sector, known for producing microchips that serve as the foundation for modern technology. Semiconductors […]
Navigating the LPDDR4X Supply Crisis: A Strategic Guide for Procurement and Operations Leaders
The semiconductor industry is facing a critical inflection point. As major memory suppliers accelerate their phase-out of LPDDR4X production in favor of next-generation LPDDR5X, procurement teams across automotive, industrial, and […]
Hidden BOM Risks: Raw Material Volatility Reshapes Procurement
For procurement leaders managing semiconductor supply chains in 2025, the headlines focus on chip shortages and geopolitical tensions. But beneath these visible challenges lies a more fundamental threat: the raw […]