Update interview
22 Jan 2026

FormFactor KK
FormFactor is an international supplier of semiconductor test equipment. This profile focuses on their Japanese division's activity in supplying test equipment for quantum chips.
22 Jan 2026

Selecting the Right Low-Loss Materials for High-Frequency Circuits
As communication systems move to higher frequencies (e.g. 5G/6G) and data transfers move to higher rates, minimizing transmission losses and maintaining signal integrity become very important. This is where low-loss materials come in. With several different options for low-loss materials available in the market, this article looks at the key properties and factors to consider that guide the selection of materials for high frequency applications.
Full profile interview
22 Jan 2026

Blueqat
Blueqat is a Japanese developer of quantum hardware and software solutions, currently developing a silicon-spin qubit quantum computer.
Update interview
22 Jan 2026

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology AIST
Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) is a Japanese research facility headquartered in Tokyo and operating under the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). This profile will focus on their work in developing quantum computing hardware and international collaborations.
Full profile interview
21 Jan 2026

Svante
Svante is a carbon capture technology provider using a metal-organic framework (MOF) solid sorbent-based approach. In October 2025, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Eve Pope spoke with Project Development Manager Justin Hearn at the Carbon Capture Technology World Expo Europe 2025.
20 Jan 2026

Digitalization and Health Data with Wearable Technology
Enhancing the relationship between people's health and wellbeing and the global movement of digitalization with the use of wearables will allow for a wider understanding of health conditions or the optimization of communication. This article explores different device types and their use cases.
Background
20 Jan 2026

UMC
UMC (United Microelectronics Corporation) is a semiconductor foundry and the second largest in Taiwan. UMC provides 12-inch and 8-inch wafer foundry services, with process technology nodes ranging from 12nm to 0.6μm.
Background
20 Jan 2026

GCS Holdings
GCS Holdings specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of compound semiconductor wafers, primarily GaAs, InP, and GaN, for high-end RF and optoelectronic components.
Background
19 Jan 2026

Tenova
Tenova is an Italian conglomerate that has developed direct lithium extraction (DLE) processes using solvent extraction technology. This profile will cover its technology and recent market and project developments.
Background
19 Jan 2026

SLB
SLB is an oil & gas multinational developing membrane-based technologies for direct lithium extraction (DLE).
19 Jan 2026

Material Challenges for Superconducting Quantum Chips
In this article, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Noah El Alami explores the material and fabrication challenges in scaling up quantum computers and sensors based on superconducting chips.
Full profile interview
17 Jan 2026

Sublime Systems
Sublime Systems is a green cement start-up focused on electrochemical conversion of calcium silicate rocks into a cementitious material. IDTechEx interviewed Alexis Olans Haass, Managing Director of European Market Development at Sublime Systems.
Full profile interview
16 Jan 2026

Ucaneo
Ucaneo is a German start-up focused on electrodialysis direct air capture.
16 Jan 2026

Electronic Adhesives Meet Thermoforming for In-Mold Electronics
In-mold electronics (IME) is a manufacturing technology that prioritizes functionality and the seamless integration of electrical components into 3D structures. This article covers the use of IME for a sophisticated and lightweight aesthetic and some of the market forecasts over the next ten years.
15 Jan 2026

Flow Battery Technologies Beyond Vanadium
The vanadium redox flow battery (VRFB) technology is the most commercially deployed flow battery chemistry. However, high electrolyte costs have inhibited the wider market penetration of the technology, especially since Li-ion battery energy storage system (BESS) costs continue to fall. Vanadium electrolyte leasing models may help to reduce upfront cost to some degree, though the commercialization of cheaper, alternative flow battery chemistries will also drive global flow battery market growth. This article examines the current state of VRFBs and the evolving commercialization of alternative redox flow battery (RFB) technologies.
14 Jan 2026

SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) Market to Reach US$50 billion in 2036
Decarbonization of the aviation and maritime sectors will require large amounts of low-carbon fuels to reach global net-zero targets. IDTechEx forecasts that the global sustainable aviation fuel market may reach US$50 billion in 2036.
Full profile interview
13 Jan 2026

Beam Global (AllCell)
Beam Global is a provider of infrastructure solutions for electrification of transport and energy security. IDTechEx spoke to BeamGlobal to learn about its developments in AllCell phase change materials for thermal management and fire protection in EV applications.
13 Jan 2026

Could New Nuclear Feed Power-Hungry Data Centers?
In this article, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Noah El Alami discusses the potential of the new generation of nuclear technologies - fission small modular reactors (SMRs) and fusion energy - in powering the ever-increasing capacity of AI data centers.
Full profile interview
12 Jan 2026

Sakuu
Sakuu is an American developer of additive manufacturing processes and equipment for Li-ion and beyond Li-ion batteries. IDTechEx spoke to Sakuu about its technological innovations and market approach.
Full profile interview
12 Jan 2026

CFP Composites
CFP Composites is a UK-based manufacturer and developer of ultra-high temperature carbon fibre composites. IDTechEx spoke to CFP to learn more about its materials and one of its key target applications, the electric vehicle (EV) battery space.