ASIC design factory Zhiyuan started cooperation with Samsung in advanced process projects last year. At that time, Zhiyuan had orders for high-end processes. For the two sides'cooperation, the insiders believed that they were not optimistic about the high performance contribution in the first year. But after last year's warm-up, the insiders anticipated that the cooperation between Zhiyuan and Samsung would bring more achievements this year, which could further strengthen Zhiyuan. Strength in Advanced Manufacturing Projects.

Industry insiders said that last year, with the cooperation of Samsung Wafer OEM, Zhiyuan has successfully entered the 10-nanometer advanced manufacturing market, proving that as long as there are Samsung's help in the OEM, Zhiyuan is expected to compete with other ASIC design factories in the advanced manufacturing capacity. It is expected that this year Zhiyuan will enter the 7-nanometer market, which will greatly help the cause of Zhiyuan ASIC and bring more customers.

In addition, Zhiyuan also holds a positive view on this year's outlook. The company is optimistic that with the cooperation of Samsung Wafer OEM, ASIC including 5G, AI, Internet of Things will grow significantly, and the product breadth will continue to expand.