Singapore’s Nexstrom wants to bring 2D semiconductors to chip fabs

TechCrunch - Sep 22, 2026

Singapore-based Nexstrom has raised new funding to develop equipment that could help chipmakers manufacture 2D semiconductor materials at scale.

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Nothing to spin off CMF as standalone Indian business; Optiemus to acquire 51.1% controlling stake; details here

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