THE CRUNCH
Singapore-based Nexstrom has raised new funding to develop equipment that could help chipmakers manufacture 2D semiconductor materials at scale. The startup aims to provide the specialised tools required to integrate these novel materials into existing fabrication lines. This development suggests a potential step toward commercialising 2D semiconductors, which are often touted for their efficiency but have struggled,
Nexstrom is targeting the gap between laboratory research and mass production. By building equipment compatible with current fabs, the company hopes to lower the barrier for chipmakers to adopt 2D materials. These materials are known for their thinness and potential to improve performance, but they have historically been difficult to produce in large quantities.
The funding round will support the engineering and prototyping of the new machinery. The startup’s focus on compatibility with existing infrastructure is a key differentiator. Many 2D semiconductor projects have stalled because the materials are hard to handle and integrate into standard manufacturing processes.