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At Stack Semi, we pride ourselves on being a leading provider of  Chinese Electronic Design Automation (EDA) solutions tailored for the semiconductor industry. Our offerings extend beyond just tools—we also provide in-depth training programs designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their roles. Additionally, our specialized consultancy services are available to help businesses optimize their design processes, innovate effectively, and navigate the complexities of the ever-evolving semiconductor landscape. Whether you're looking to enhance your team’s expertise or seeking strategic advice, Stack Semi is here to support your success every step of the way.

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Our Team

Dr Kamarulzaman bin Mohamed Zin, former CEO Silterra,  is a highly accomplished professional who currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer. With a rich and extensive background in the industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.


Ken Khoo, co-founder, a seasoned Silicon Valley industry veteran with an impressive career spanning 30 years, adds a significant depth of experience to the team. His long-standing commitment and dedication to the field have greatly contributed to the success and growth of the organization.

Our Philosophy

Foster innovation and provide robust support for Malaysian foundries and their surrounding ecosystem. Our commitment aims to enhance the capabilities of local foundries, promoting advancements that drive growth and sustainability within the industry while ensuring a thriving environment for all stakeholders involved.

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1. China EDA Industry

  • China's EDA industry has experienced rapid growth over the past five years, driven by national investment and the strategic need for semiconductor self-reliance.
  • Domestic EDA vendors have expanded from niche verification tools into comprehensive IC design platforms covering the entire semiconductor design flow.
  • The ecosystem now supports digital, analog, mixed-signal, verification, PCB, packaging, chiplet, AI, and cloud-based design environments.
  • Chinese EDA tools are increasingly adopted by leading domestic semiconductor companies for mature and advanced process node development.


2. Major China EDA Players

  • Empyrean Technology – Comprehensive full-custom, analog, mixed-signal, digital implementation, verification, and packaging solutions.
  • Primarius Technologies – Device modeling, SPICE simulation, parasitic extraction, reliability analysis, and manufacturing-aware design.
  • X-Epic – Digital implementation, timing analysis, physical verification, FPGA prototyping, and AI-assisted design tools.
  • Semitronix – Design-for-Test (DFT), silicon validation, yield analysis, and test engineering solutions.
  • EnnoCAD – Digital verification, CDC, lint, low-power verification, DFT, and cloud-based verification platforms.
  • UniVista – Digital simulation, debugging, virtual prototyping, DFT, PCB design, interface IP, and cloud verification.


3. Full-Stack China EDA Ecosystem

  • Comprehensive digital front-end and back-end design tools.
  • Analog and mixed-signal design environments.
  • Functional verification, simulation, debugging, CDC, lint, and formal verification.
  • Design-for-Test (DFT), ATPG, scan insertion, and silicon validation.
  • Physical verification, parasitic extraction, timing, power, and reliability analysis.
  • PCB, advanced packaging, Chiplet, and 3D IC design.
  • Hardware emulation, FPGA prototyping, and cloud-based verification infrastructure.
  • AI-assisted design optimization and design productivity platforms.


4. Malaysia's Positioning as a Semiconductor Bridge

  • Position Malaysia as a neutral semiconductor innovation hub connecting Western and Eastern EDA ecosystems.
  • Continue leveraging established U.S. EDA vendors while introducing qualified Chinese EDA solutions to broaden industry capabilities.
  • Provide Malaysian universities, startups, and SMEs with more affordable and accessible IC design tools.
  • Reduce technology concentration risk by adopting a diversified multi-vendor EDA strategy.
  • Strengthen Malaysia's competitiveness in IC design, chiplet development, AI semiconductor design, and advanced packaging.
  • Establish Malaysia as a regional center for semiconductor talent development, IP creation, and EDA innovation.


5. NSS (National Semiconductor Strategy) Contribution

  • Promote collaboration between Malaysian industry, universities, research institutes, and both U.S. and Chinese EDA vendors.
  • Establish a National EDA Centre of Excellence to provide shared access to commercial EDA tools, cloud infrastructure, and training.
  • Accelerate development of local semiconductor talent through industry-recognized certification and hands-on design programs.
  • Support Malaysian startups and SMEs with affordable EDA access, technical mentoring, and IP commercialization.
  • Encourage joint development of semiconductor IP, AI-assisted design methodologies, and next-generation chiplet technologies.
  • Enhance Malaysia's semiconductor resilience by fostering a diverse, sustainable, and globally connected EDA ecosystem.


Stack Semiconductor FAQ

1. What is Stack Semiconductor?

Stack Semiconductor (Stack Semi) is a Malaysian semiconductor technology company focused on enabling local IC design capability through advanced semiconductor design solutions, engineering services, and EDA technology adoption. Stack Semi acts as a bridge between global semiconductor innovation and Malaysia's growing IC design ecosystem by bringing competitive EDA platforms, technical expertise, and semiconductor development capabilities closer to Malaysian universities, startups, and industry players.

2. Why is Stack Semi introducing China EDA solutions into Malaysia?

Q: Why does Malaysia need alternative EDA solutions?

A:

  • Modern semiconductor development depends heavily on EDA tools for chip architecture, simulation, verification, physical design, testing, and manufacturing preparation.
  • The global EDA market has historically been dominated by U.S. companies such as Synopsys, Cadence, and Siemens EDA.
  • China has invested significantly in developing domestic EDA capabilities to build a more diversified semiconductor ecosystem.
  • Stack Semi provides Malaysian companies and institutions with access to additional EDA choices, reducing dependence on a single technology ecosystem.
  • A multi-vendor EDA strategy strengthens Malaysia's semiconductor resilience while supporting cost-effective IC design education and innovation.

3. Which China EDA companies are represented by Stack Semi?

Q: Which EDA companies can Stack Semi support?

A:
Stack Semi works with leading Chinese semiconductor software companies, including:

Empyrean (华大九天)

  • One of China's largest EDA companies.
  • Provides:
    • Analog and mixed-signal IC design tools
    • Digital IC design solutions
    • Physical verification
    • Advanced packaging design
    • Memory compiler development platforms
    • Custom IC design flows
  • Empyrean provides a broad EDA portfolio covering full-custom design, digital design, foundry-related tools, advanced packaging, and 3D IC solutions.


4. Are China EDA tools replacing U.S. EDA tools?

Q: Will Stack Semi replace Synopsys, Cadence, or Siemens EDA?

A:
No.

Stack Semi promotes a multi-EDA ecosystem approach.

The objective is:

  • Use the best tool for each application.
  • Provide affordable alternatives for universities, startups, and emerging semiconductor companies.
  • Allow Malaysian designers to gain experience with multiple EDA environments.
  • Reduce technology dependency risk.

The current reality is that U.S. EDA companies remain leaders in advanced-node semiconductor design. However, Chinese EDA companies have made significant progress, particularly in mature nodes, analog, verification, packaging, and specialized semiconductor applications.

5. What advantages do China EDA solutions bring to Malaysia?

Q: Why should Malaysia consider China EDA?

A:

Cost Advantage

  • More accessible licensing models for universities, startups, and SMEs.
  • Enables broader semiconductor education deployment.

Technology Access

  • Provides additional options for:
    • Analog IC design
    • Power semiconductor design
    • Automotive chips
    • IoT chips
    • RISC-V processors
    • AI accelerators

Talent Development

  • Allows Malaysian engineers and students to learn different EDA methodologies.
  • Creates a larger semiconductor engineering workforce.

Ecosystem Development

  • Encourages local IP development.
  • Supports Malaysian semiconductor startups.
  • Enables more companies to participate in IC design rather than only semiconductor manufacturing services.

6. How does Stack Semi support Malaysia's NSS (National Semiconductor Strategy)?

Q: What role can Stack Semi play in Malaysia's semiconductor roadmap?

A:

Stack Semi can contribute through:

National EDA Capability Building

  • Establish EDA training centres.
  • Provide access to professional IC design tools.
  • Support universities and research institutions.

Semiconductor Talent Pipeline

  • Train engineers in:
    • Analog design
    • Digital design
    • Verification
    • Physical implementation
    • DFT
    • Chiplet development

Startup Enablement

  • Lower entry barriers for Malaysian semiconductor startups.
  • Provide EDA access and technical support.
  • Accelerate local semiconductor IP creation.

Regional Semiconductor Hub

  • Position Malaysia as a neutral bridge between:
    • U.S. semiconductor technology
    • Chinese semiconductor innovation
    • ASEAN semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem

7. Why is Stack Semi strategically important?

Q: What is Stack Semi's unique position?

A:

Stack Semi represents a new model for Malaysia's semiconductor industry:

From:

  • Semiconductor assembly and manufacturing dependency

Towards:

  • IC design capability
  • Semiconductor IP ownership
  • EDA competency
  • Local innovation

By connecting Malaysia with emerging EDA ecosystems while maintaining compatibility with global semiconductor standards, Stack Semi helps create a stronger, more independent, and globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem.

8. What is Stack Semi's long-term vision?

A:

Stack Semi's vision is to make Malaysia a regional semiconductor design hub by combining:

  • Global EDA technology access
  • Local engineering talent
  • Semiconductor IP development
  • University-industry collaboration
  • AI-assisted chip design methodologies

The goal is not simply to sell EDA tools, but to build the next generation of Malaysian semiconductor designers and companies.