ON Semiconductor posts record revenue

On Semiconductor Corp. posted record revenue in 2011, but the company saw only a slight profit for the year and a loss for the fourth quarter as it integrated its purchase of Sanyo's semiconductor unit.

Cisco, Diamond Foods, Groupon, Prodential, TriQuint: U.S. Equity Preview

Cisco Systems Inc. : The biggest maker of networking equipment reported profit and sales that exceeded analysts' estimates, signaling that corporate-network revenue helped make up for slower spending by phone and cable companies.

STMicroelectronics Unveils World's First 3-Axis Gyroscope for Automotive Applications

ST's newest angular-rate sensor aims to add positioning accuracy and stability to a wide range of automotive applications, including in-dash navigation, telematics and vehicle tolling systems.

Public memorial service will be held for Steve Appleton

A public memorial service for Micron CEO Steve Appleton, who was killed in a plane crash on February 3, will be held in a few weeks.

CAE says booming civil aerospace offsets delays in military orders

The interior of CAE's Phenom 100 flight simulator is shown in this company handout photo.

Samsung says TV sales stronger; plans to launch low-end TVs

Samsung Electronics Co, the world's top television manufacturer, has seen TV sales firming up so far this year and plans to introduce cheaper TVs, as demand for lower-end models increase, the head of its TV business said on Wednesday.

Sun Valley, Spanish Springs power out, but now restored

NV Energy reports 7,732 customers in Spanish Springs and Sun Valley lost power at about 8:30 a.m. today because of a faulty circuit breaker on a power line.

S&P cuts Sony rating, warns of further downgrade

A new cell phone application limits distracted driving by prohibiting the ability to text or e-mail when the device is traveling more than 15 miles per hour.

Daredevil CEOs may put their companies at risk

The death of Micron Technology Inc Chief Executive Steve Appleton in the crash of an experimental plane is raising fresh questions about what a company should disclose to investors when a senior executive has a high-risk hobby.

Gov. Perry ventures back into Texas public eye

Texas Gov. Rick Perry speaks with Lt Governor David Dewhurst before the Williamson County Republican party's annual Reagan Dinner on Monday, Feb.

Judge OKs sale of Beacon Power to equity firm

A Delaware bankruptcy judge on Tuesday approved a private equity firm's $30 million offer for an alternative energy company that failed despite a $39 million government loan.

Digi-Key Corporation Announces Global Distribution Agreement with Marktech Optoelectronics

Electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation, recognized by design engineers as having the industry's largest selection of electronic components available for immediate shipment, and Marktech Optoelectronics today announced the two companies have signed a global distribution agreement.

UPDATE 2-Wolfson expects another weak quarter before recovery

British chipmaker Wolfson Microelectronics plc expects another weak quarter before customer additions and product launches boost revenue this year.

LG Electronics appoints a new Gulf President

LG Electronics today announced that Mr. D. Y. Kim was appointed as the President of LG Electronics, Gulf FZE in January 2012.

AUO's US-Made Solar Solutions Ready, with 9 MW Solar Power Project in ...

AU Optronics , the global leading display and solar solutions provider, today announced that it is ready to provide its customers with US-made solar solutions.

NV Energy driver cited in fatal North Vegas crash

Prosecutors in North Las Vegas have filed misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter and other charges against the driver of a 40-ton utility truck that police say ran a red light and slammed into a sedan, killing the wife of a Nellis Air Force Base airman and injuring two other women in November.

With Perry away, acting governors cost Texas $32K

Gov. Rick Perry spent 126 days outside Texas during his unsuccessful run for president and the state paid more than $32,000 for the lieutenant governor or Senate pro tem to fill in for him.

Fairchild Semiconductor's LED Driver Compatible with Traditional...

LED lighting has evolved into a promising solution for replacing conventional lighting sources, such as fluorescent and incandescent lights.

Sony, Panasonic keep sliding as Samsung soars

Japan's biggest makers of phones, TVs and microchips say they'll lose about $17 billion this year, about three-quarters of what Samsung Electronics Co.

Stocks: All eyes on Greece

U.S. stocks were set for a weak open Monday as investors anxiously await a Greek government decision on budget cuts key to securing a second bailout and avoiding default.

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