CoAsia, a specialized system semiconductor design company, announced on the 14th that it has signed a contract with Hyphen Deux, a Vietnamese edge artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor specialist, for the design and supply of AI Vision Processor semiconductor products.

As an Arm Approved Design Partner (AADP) of the global semiconductor IP company Arm, CoAsia secured this project by providing a total solution based on Arm's architecture. Notably, CoAsia collaborated with Arm from the initial prototype stage to prepare scenarios, which led to the successful contract signing. Hyphen Deux is recognized as one of Vietnam's leading semiconductor design companies, alongside Viettel and FPT, and supplies edge AI vision solutions to various industries, including smart cities, smart homes, and smart cars.

The Edge AI Vision Processor combines AI and Image Signal Processing (ISP) technologies. It is designed to be embedded in devices requiring intelligent vision analysis, such as IoT, security systems, and medical equipment. The two companies plan to begin development this year and aim for mass production by 2026, with expected revenues exceeding $100 million (approximately KRW 140.6 billion).

Bui Duy Khanh, CEO of Hyphen Deux, stated, "It is highly meaningful for Hyphen Deux, a fast mover in Vietnam, to partner with CoAsia to enhance our AI Vision solution capabilities and business vision. With CoAsia's advanced process references and skilled global design engineers in Vietnam, we anticipate creating synergies and achieving significant results in the rapidly growing AI semiconductor market in Vietnam in the mid to long term."

Hwang Sun Wook, President of Arm Korea, commented, "Arm supports various companies, including startups, in developing AI solutions in an open and efficient manner. We will continue to strengthen Arm's presence in the emerging Southeast Asian market and collaborate to empower Arm partners to thrive."

Shin Dong Soo, President of CoAsia's Semiconductor Division and CEO of CoAsia Semi, remarked, "This collaboration with Hyphen Deux, a company with outstanding technology and ideas rooted in digital innovation, presents a significant opportunity for growth in Vietnam and the global market. CoAsia will continue to uncover turnkey business opportunities in the global market through partnerships with Arm and other key players."

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