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Trade Policy Uncertainty Dampens Semiconductor Recovery, Texas Instruments Reports

Texas Instruments indicates the semiconductor industry’s recovery is progressing more slowly than historical patterns suggest, according to recent earnings reports. Trade policy uncertainty and tariff tensions are reportedly causing customers to delay investment decisions. Despite these challenges, the company’s datacenter component business shows exceptional growth exceeding 50% year-to-date.

Slower Semiconductor Recovery Amid Trade Uncertainties

The global semiconductor market is experiencing a more moderate recovery than in previous cycles, according to reports from Texas Instruments. The chipmaker’s recent earnings indicate that macroeconomic dynamics and ongoing uncertainty surrounding US trade policy and tariffs are contributing to this sluggish turnaround. Sources suggest that the ever-shifting trade rules from the Trump administration continue to create hesitation among investors and businesses.

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Next-Generation Wi-Fi 8 Specification Advances Despite 2028 Finalization Timeline

Industry leaders are already developing Wi-Fi 8 technology despite its formal specification not being finalized until 2028. The new standard prioritizes reliable performance for AI applications at the network edge through advanced coordination features.

Wi-Fi 8 Development Accelerates Ahead of 2028 Specification Finalization

While Wi-Fi 7 only officially launched in January 2024, technology companies are already advancing development of its successor, Wi-Fi 8, according to industry reports. The next-generation wireless standard, formally known as IEEE 802.11bn by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, represents a significant shift in focus from previous generations that primarily competed on peak throughput numbers.