20.07.2026
The AI Materials Foundry is a collaborative initiative designed to accelerate materials discovery and development by combining AI, scientific research and industry expertise. For the semiconductor industry, future advancements in AI computing, advanced packaging and energy-efficient electronics will depend not only on computing power, but also on continued materials innovation. At ASMPT, we believe the future of innovation lies at the intersection of AI and domain expertise. While AI can rapidly surface new material possibilities, experienced engineers and technologists play a critical role in understanding which discoveries matter, why they matter and how they can be successfully implemented in semiconductor manufacturing. As a Founding Partner, ASMPT looks forward to collaborating with fellow members to help translate AI-driven discoveries into real-world industrial impact.
About CupsAI
CuspAI was founded in 2024 by Dr. Chad Edwards and Prof. Max Welling to build the AI system for materials discovery. Through its 'AI Materials Foundry' - a global network of over 45 partners, including NVIDIA and Meta - the company is accelerating breakthrough discoveries in semiconductors, energy, and climate. CuspAI has raised over $650M from investors including Kleiner Perkins, NEA, Temasek, NVentures, Bezos Expeditions, Samsung, and Hyundai Motor Group. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, the company operates globally across London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Tokyo, Singapore, and the United States. Its advisory board includes Nobel laureate, Geoffrey Hinton; former President and CTO of ASML, Martin van den Brink; and AMD Board Member & Chairman of Lam Research, Abhi Talwalkar.
To learn more about CuspAI, please visit: www.cusp.ai