Sarawak has launched its first locally designed gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductor chip. Announced during this year’s International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak (IDECS) 2026, keteq.GaN was developed by state-owned Sarawak Microelectronics Design (SMD) Semiconductor Sdn Bhd. This chip is aimed at a wide range of applications, including AI infrastructure, among other things.
Unveiled by Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Zohari Abang Openg, keteq.GaN is meant for power electronics. Basically, it concerns the conversion and management of electricity. This is, of course, an increasingly important area as global computing demands continue to increase. According to SMD, the chip’s highlight is its “ultra-efficient power conversion and management for critical future industries”. Aside from AI, applications include renewable energy and battery energy storage systems, as well as smart grids and space technology.
