April 2024

Breakthrough:

Optical technologies facilitate computing
---The era of silicon photonics is here---

Emerging Tech & Biz:

Socionext’s strength lies in software development for home appliances
---Rendering semiconductor design more efficient with AI---

Emerging Tech & Biz:

FRC plasma generation at nuclear fusion reactors
---Power generation trials slated to begin in 2024---

Hot News:

TSMC to begin construction of second plant in Kumamoto Prefecture in 2024
---Toyota Motor Corporation also invests in operating company---