New IDTechEx Report: Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) 2026-2036
In recent years, optical transceiver technology has been steadily shifting toward placing the optics closer to the Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) in an effort to shorten the copper trace used for electrical signalling.
New IDTechEx Report: Sensor Market 2026-2036
IDTechEx forecasts that the global sensor market will reach US$250B by 2036 as global mega-trends in mobility, AI, robotics, 6G connectivity and IoT drive sensor demand.
New IDTechEx Report: Critical Material Recovery 2026-2046
This new report "Critical Material Recovery 2026-2046: Technologies, Markets, Players" characterizes secondary source critical material recovery markets, technologies, and players. Market roadmaps for emerging secondary sources, value chain analysis, and twenty-year market forecasts from 2026 to 2046 are provided. IDTechEx identifies a significant value opportunity, with the critical material…
New IDTechEx Market Report: Graphene & 2D Materials 2026-2036
"Graphene & 2D Materials 2026-2036: Technologies, Markets, Players" by IDTechEx offers a detailed independent analysis of the technological and commercial progress of graphene and other 2D materials.
New IDTechEx Market Report: Next-generation MEMS 2026-2036
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) is a US$15 billion industry that has grown and reached maturity in many sectors, but what are the technologies on the horizon that could be the next big leap forward for MEMS?
New IDTechEx Market Report: Quantum Sensors Market 2026-2046
This new IDTechEx report characterizes the quantum sensor market, key technologies, and players. Coverage across 20 quantum sensing technology areas, with applications of quantum sensors in electric vehicles, navigation, medical imaging, and quantum computing with market forecasts from 2026 to 2046. It reveals significant opportunity, with the quantum sensor market forecast to reach US$1.9bn by…
CCUS: 700 megatonnes of CO₂ captured each year by 2036
CCUS technologies can enable global decarbonization without deindustrialization. In this article, some key insights from the new IDTechEx "Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Markets 2026-2036" report are shared.
New IDTechEx Report: Biomanufacturing Specialty Chemicals 2026-2036
IDTechEx's new report "Biomanufacturing Specialty Chemicals 2026-2036" examines the role of white biotechnology in producing specialty chemicals, focusing on food additives, cosmetic and personal care ingredients, pigments, and enzymes.
Quantum computing and AI: Synergy or deep tech rivalry?
In this article, IDTechEx explores the fascinating relationship between quantum computing and AI: two supposed tech revolutions that frequently grab the spotlight. Underneath the hype, there exist both technical synergies and competing market forces.
Smart Packaging will become a US$2.6 billion market by 2033, says IDTechEx
IDTechEx predicts that the smart packaging market will grow to US$2.6 billion by 2033. Source: IDTechEx - "Smart Packaging 2023-2033".
The market momentum in RFID, discussed by IDTechEx
Almost two years after the COVID-19 outbreak began, the world is still in the tunnel. Despite the negative impact the pandemic has caused, there are some positive sides. For example, it accelerates digitalisation - businesses are pushed to adopt technologies quicker to improve production as well as management efficiency.
IDTechEx discusses the potential of printed piezoelectric sensors
Printed pressure sensors are a well-established technology, having been used for applications such as car occupancy sensors, electric pianos, and some medical devices. To date, such sensors have always been based on piezoresistive materials, in which applying pressure increases conductivity. In contrast, despite extensive R&D printed piezoelectric sensors, in which applying pressure produces…
IDTechEx discusses four challenges that 5G Open RAN advocates must solve
As of mid-2021, 5G is a reality in at least 78 nations. 5G is now being used in consumer sectors such as 5G smartphones, 5G broadband (fixed wireless access), and augmented reality (AR)/virtual reality (VR) games. In the foreseeable future, IDTechEx anticipates seeing widespread use of 5G in corporate areas such as industry 4.0, autonomous cars, and so on.
IDTechEx discusses RFID in 2021 and what to expect for the future
Despite a 5% drop in the global RFID market in 2020 compared to 2019, due to the impact of COVID-19, the market has recovered well in 2021, says IDTechEx in its latest report.
EV material and component opportunities outside the battery cell -IDTechEx report
When talking about the electric vehicle (EV) market, a great amount of emphasis is put on the battery cells - and rightly so. They govern the total storage capacity, impact energy density, and are a critical supply chain consideration when scaling up to meet the growing EV demand. However, EVs present a great range of opportunities outside of the battery cells, says IDTechEx.
Will Huawei survive? A comprehensive analysis from IDTechEx
Under US sanctions, Huawei's revenue in the first half of 2021 was RMB 320.4 billion, which despite COVID-19 is a 38% decrease from RMB 454 billion in the same period last year; Xu Zhijun, Huawei's rotating chairman, pointed out that Huawei's goal is to survive.
Is it finally time for printed temperature sensors?
Think of a temperature sensor - and a traditional glass thermometer, or perhaps a small thermistor would probably spring to mind. However, a new class of temperature sensor is rapidly emerging that offers spatial resolution together with a thin-film format.
5G small cells for connected industries: Benefits, challenges, and opportunities
A fully digitalised and connected world was unimaginable for us a couple of years ago. However, thanks to the development of 5G, this vision is in sight, says IDTechEx.
IDTechEx explores 5G from 2022 onward: deployment status, industry challenges, and market outlook
IDTechEx has been researching 5G-related topics for many years, and has released its most recent version of the 5G market research report "5G Technology, Market and Forecasts 2022-2032". This market research and business intelligence report investigates the key technical, industrial, and regional aspects affecting the rapidly expanding 5G market.
IDTechEx forecasts market for fully printed sensors will reach 4.9 billion by 2032
Printed and flexible sensors constitute the largest printed electronics market outside of displays. Indeed, IDTechEx forecasts that the market for fully printed sensors will reach 4.9 billion by 2032.
Repurposing fossil fuel assets: New options available, says IDTechEx
Thoughtful fossil majors are thinking beyond the obvious, says Raghu Das, CEO of analysts IDTechEx.
Pandemic accelerates adoption of electronic skin patches, reports IDTechEx
Electronic skin patches represent one wearable technology product type that is well suited for physiological monitoring. Placing a connected electronic device onto the skin via an adhesive provides a platform which can house many different types of sensor, most prominently for medical monitoring of the wearer.
45 million 5G small cells will be installed by 2031, says report
After years of waiting, 5G is finally here. 5G not only greatly improves network experiences for mobile consumers, but more importantly, will bring digitalisation into every industry, revolutionising our society. However, this vision will not be realized without small cell development.
COVID-19 helps drive electronic skin patches market to $10bn in 2021, finds new IDTechEx report
IDTechEx has released its latest report on Electronic Skin Patches. The report, titled "Electronic Skin Patches 2021-2031", covers the market, technology, and players in this unique product sector, and predicts that the sector will be worth $10bn in annual revenue in 2021.
IDTechEx explores graphene for 6G communications
6G communications need graphene, says IDTechEx in its latest report.