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Phone Arena
12-06-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Samsung Foundry needs yield to hit 70% on 2nm node to finalize Galaxy S26 AP specs
Despite Samsung Foundry's 2nm trials showing yields in the 30% range, Sammy's latest application processor (AP), the Exynos 2600, is now reportedly going through prototype mass production using Samsung Foundry's 2nm GAA process node. Some of the company's units, such as its LSI chip design arm, and the aforementioned Samsung Foundry division, are hard at work seeking to improve yields. Low yields mean that only a small number of dies cut from a silicon wafer pass through QA and are deemed usable. The smaller the yield, the more expensive are the chips that survive the manufacturing process. Look at it this way. A baker bakes 100 cookies and only 30 come out edible. The cost to bake those 100 cookies can be split among 30 cookies only. If 75 cookies come out of the baking process without any defects, the cost of production is now divided by 75 reducing the cost. At the start of this year, Samsung Foundry's yield for 2nm trials was 30%. Since May, the foundry has been targeting a 50% yield and it must rise to 70% in order to make it worthwhile for Samsung Foundry to mass produce the Exynos 2600 at a 2nm process node. Not only does it seem that the Exynos 2600 will be one of the first APs to be built at 2nm, it will also be among the first to use Gate-All-Around (GAA) transistors. GAA transistors cover the channel on all four sides reducing current leakage and improving the drive current. Thus chips using GAA have improved performance while being more energy-efficient. Once Samsung is done with the mass production of the Exynos 2600 prototypes, it will start risk production while the foundry works on improving its yield. Official mass production of the Exynos 2600 AP could start in December or January just months before the expected February release of the Galaxy S26 series. The Exynos 2600 is expected to be equipped with 10 CPU cores. If Samsung Foundry can hike its 2nm yields to 70% we could see the Exynos 2600 power the Galaxy S26 , and the Galaxy S26 + in Europe, and depending on yields, in other regions outside of the U.S., Canada, and China. In those three markets, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 AP, built by TSMC using its 3nm node, will be under the hood of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy A26+ models. In all regions, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 AP.
Axios
28-05-2025
- Business
- Axios
Refugee casework returns to Iowa after federal funding delay
Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) has reestablished a small team of case managers to assist Afghan and Ukrainian refugees residing in the state after months of halted federal funds. Why it matters: Case management is a vital support system for refugees after their arrival, assisting them in navigating housing, employment, school enrollment, health care and legal paperwork. Resuming support offers people a better chance at long-term success and self-sufficiency, Nicholas Wuertz, LSI's director of refugee services, tells Axios. Catch up quick: LSI, one of Iowa's oldest and largest nonprofit human service agencies, has provided resettlement assistance through federal contracts for decades, including aiding the state in resettling hundreds of Afghan refugee families in recent years. Most of those services ended in April when the agency laid off 25 staffers after the Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid, reflecting actions taken by resettlement agencies nationwide. Driving the news: Federal reimbursements for extended case management, including services for Afghan humanitarian parolees and Ukrainian refugees, resumed this month with LSI receiving $1.5 million it was owed for previous work. This allowed LSI to rehire five staff members over the past two weeks and resume part of its case management programs. Yes, but: LSI isn't welcoming new families. Donor support, which has aided the agency in recent months, is still necessary to assist families who arrived before Jan. 24, when the federal resettlement program was halted, CEO Renee Hardman tells Axios. The big picture: ABC News reports that other agencies nationwide are resuming some services, including the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Ohio.
GSM Arena
27-05-2025
- Business
- GSM Arena
A merger between Samsung's LSI and Foundry divisions is getting increasingly likely
Samsung's chip-manufacturing business isn't doing great, and poor yield is partially to blame. Even the Galaxy S25 series switched entirely to Snapdragon this year. Though the Exynos will return to the S26 series if the rumors are correct. The issues with Samsung's LSI (the chip design arm) run so deep that reports suggest a merger between Samsung LSI and another division, most likely Foundry. The initial rumors suggest that Samsung is planning to merge Samsung MX (Mobile Experience) and LSI, but the latest development is pointing to a Foundry-LSI merger instead. A South Korean news outlet says that during an internal meeting at the company, three possible scenarios were discussed - merge LSI into MX, merge LSI into Foundry or massively restructure LSI. According to people familiar with the matter, a merger with Foundry was favored, but no final decision has been made. It's interesting to note that LSI and Foundry were once under the Samsung DS (Device Solutions) division, but they were separated back in 2017 to reduce the chances of conflict of interest with other Samsung Foundry clients like Nvidia and Qualcomm. Source
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NetTutor Launches AI Hub to Support Responsible Use and Development of Artificial Intelligence
New initiative from Link-Systems International offers guidance in AI literacy, development, and ethical usage NetTutor Tampa, Florida, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vincent Forese, President of Link-Systems International (LSI), announced the launch of a new AI Hub within NetTutor, the company's proprietary online tutoring platform. The AI Hub is designed to support both students interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Data Analytics (DA), as well as those seeking to understand and apply AI tools effectively in academic settings. The AI Hub offers two distinct but complementary learning paths. Students pursuing AI and ML development receive expert instruction in coding fundamentals, algorithmic reasoning, and ethical design principles. Meanwhile, students leveraging AI tools for academic tasks are guided through the 'How-to-AI' program, which promotes responsible and strategic usage aligned with academic integrity standards. As AI continues to shape educational and professional environments, developing both AI fluency and digital ethics has become critical. NetTutor is expanding its Student Success Coaching to include AI literacy, helping students integrate AI tools into their learning process while maintaining ethical standards. Tutors offer strategies for using AI in research, study assistance, and problem-solving, emphasizing critical evaluation and avoidance of plagiarism. 'As AI continues to transform education, it's essential that students not only understand how to build these technologies but also how to use them responsibly,' said Forese. 'With our new AI Hub, we're bridging the gap between development and application – giving students the tools to succeed, whether they're future AI engineers or simply looking to integrate AI into their studies in an ethical and effective way.' The launch of the AI Hub reinforces NetTutor's commitment to preparing students for the demands of a technology-driven academic and career landscape. With expert guidance tailored to diverse student goals, the platform aims to foster confidence, responsibility, and success in the age of AI. About Link-Systems International, Inc. Link-Systems International, Inc. (LSI) is an education technology company dedicated to improving student success through innovative online learning solutions. Since 1995, LSI has developed cutting-edge platforms, including NetTutor, a leading online tutoring service offering expert academic support across numerous subjects. The company partners with institutions to deliver scalable, customizable, and integrity-focused learning experiences. Media Communications. Inquiries: adamtorres@ Attachment NetTutorSign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SINGLE-FAMILY LOT SUPPLY LOOSENING IN MORE MARKETS
Up for the Third Consecutive Quarter; Highest Level in Five Years NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zonda's New Home Lot Supply Index (LSI) for 1Q25 showed lot supply loosened, both year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter across the United States, notching the third consecutive increase from previous quarters. The index is a residential real estate indicator based on the number of single-family vacant developed lots and the rate at which those lots are absorbed via housing starts. The New Home LSI came in at 64.3 for 1Q25, representing a 12.1% increase from 1Q24. The 1Q25 data shows a "significantly undersupplied" market nationally. The market has been "significantly undersupplied" since 2017. On a quarter-over-quarter basis, supply increased by 5.7% from 4Q24. The LSI counts the total vacant developed lot supply and adjusts for overall starts activity. "Today's housing market is shaped by the intersection of politics, economics, affordability, and consumer sentiment," said Ali Wolf, chief economist for Zonda and NewHomeSource. "The resulting impact is a choppy market, and mixed messages on the lot supply front. Zonda's LSI in the first quarter came in at the highest level in five years thanks to slower housing starts and more cautious consumers but remained significantly undersupplied." Total upcoming lots (delivery over the next 12-18 months) for 1Q25 increased 4.7% year-over-year, and were up 6.5% from last quarter. Additionally, they were up 26.3% compared to the same quarter in 2019. "There has been a lot of money invested in land and lot development in recent years, and we are seeing the fruit of that labor show up in total upcoming lots," said Wolf. "The big question now is how aggressive builders will be in the shifting market with housing starts, new community openings, and their land acquisition plans." See the full insights and analysis on Zonda's us at upcoming Zonda events including Future Place, Oct. 27-29 and Multifamily Executive Conference, Nov. 4-6. About ZondaZonda provides data-driven housing market solutions to the homebuilding industry. From builders to building product manufacturers, mortgage clients, and multifamily executives, we work hand-in-hand with our customers to streamline access to housing data to empower smarter decisions. As a leading brand in residential construction, our mission is to advance the home building industry, because we believe better homes mean better lives and stronger communities. Together, we are building the future of housing. About NewHomeSource (NHS) is America's #1 source for consumers as they search for new construction communities and homes. NewHomeSource also has the most extensive collection of ratings and reviews for homebuilders nationwide. As the only independent source of reviews from verified homebuyers, TrustBuilder delivers the honest insights you need to make decisions with confidence. For media inquiries or to schedule an interview with Chief Economist Ali Wolf:Contact: Diane BeginEmail: pr@ 224-836-5615 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NewHomeSource powered by Zonda
