SEMIFIVE, a global leader in custom AI semiconductor (ASIC) design solutions, announced that it has entered into a strategic memorandum of understanding (MOU) with SAPIEN Semiconductors, a specialist in advanced micro-LED display driver ASICs. Through this partnership, both companies will collaborate to enhance the design and technical evaluation of CMOS backplane technology, a vital component of micro-displays.
Under the agreement, SEMIFIVE and SAPIEN will jointly focus on technology and business development, including design verification and simulation to strengthen technical maturity. Additionally, they will provide technical guidance on Micro-LED Display Driver IC (DDI) implementation and develop coordinated strategies for global market expansion. This combined effort aims to deliver highly optimized solutions that address the growing demand for high-performance micro-displays.
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This collaboration comes at a crucial time when major global technology companies are positioning AI smart glasses as the “next smartphone,” thereby intensifying investments in the AI wearable sector. As the market shifts toward devices that require ultra-high resolution, low power consumption, and compact form factors, the need for advanced micro-displays is rising rapidly. Consequently, SEMIFIVE and SAPIEN intend to lead the market by merging their core competencies and delivering optimized display solutions.
SEMIFIVE will lead the overall chip development process using its advanced AI SoC design platform and turnkey development capabilities, covering every stage from design to mass production. Meanwhile, SAPIEN Semiconductors will contribute its proprietary technology and specialized knowledge in micro-LED display driver design to develop highly optimized CMOS backplanes. By combining these complementary strengths, the partners aim to respond quickly to market needs and accelerate the commercialization of next-generation display technologies.
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“By combining SAPIEN Semiconductors’ expertise in micro-display driver design with SEMIFIVE’s custom ASIC capabilities, we will optimize the next-era display value chain and drastically reduce time-to-market,” said Brandon Cho, CEO and co-founder of SEMIFIVE. “Through this synergy, we aim to redefine standards in the wearable market and jointly secure a dominant position in the global display industry.”
“As the commercialization of AI wearables accelerates worldwide, this strategic partnership with SEMIFIVE is a key driver for staying ahead of market needs,” said Myunghee Lee, CEO of SAPIEN Semiconductors. “We are committed to establishing a solid technical edge in the future display market by successfully delivering differentiated CMOS backplane solutions.”
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