2DG secures semiconductor advisor to develop initiatives
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2 December 2024
2D Generation Secures Semiconductor Industry Heavy Weight to Guide
Development and Commercial Initiatives
Leading specialty semiconductor advisory firm engaged to accelerate the development and
commercialisation of 2D Generation’s next generation technology.
Highlights:
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2D Generation has signed a Business Development Agreement with M&T Semiconductor, a
leading speciality semiconductor advisory firm
• M&T specialises in managing technological and commercial initiatives in the semiconductor
sector
• M&T is incentivised to deliver strategic partnerships with equipment vendors,
semiconductor fabricators, fabless chipmakers and end users with the aim of securing
licencing transactions and/or a buyout.
• M&T is led by industry leaders Dr. Itzhak Edrei, former President of Tower Semiconductors
(the world’s 6th largest semiconductor pureplay foundry) and Zmira Shterenfeld Lavie, former
General Manager at Tower Semiconductor
Adisyn Ltd (ASX: AI1) (“Adisyn” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that 2D Generation Ltd
(“2DG or 2D Generation”) has entered into a Business Development Agreement with highly
specialised leading semiconductor advisory firm, M&T Semiconductor Ltd (“M&T”).
2D Generation will work with M&T to introduce and facilitate strategic partnerships with equipment
vendors, semiconductor fabricators, fabless chipmakers and end users. M&T will prioritise licencing
and buyout opportunities. M&T bring over 30 years each of semiconductor experience at Tower
Semiconductor, one of the world’s leading foundries for high-value semiconductor solutions. The
key terms of the agreement are included in an annexure to this announcement.
M&T founders Dr. ltzhak Edrei and Zmira Shterenfeld Lavie have significant experience delivering
technological and commercial outcomes in the industry and have developed invaluable connections
with many of the key players that 2DG is seeking to engage.
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About Itzhak Edrei
Itzhak is a longstanding business leader in the semiconductor industry, having held several highlevel roles at Tower Semiconductor including President, and is currently serving as Tower's President
Emeritus. Itzhak established its R&D and Business Units divisions, playing a key role in growing
organic and inorganic revenue from $100M to $1.3B. This included setting up multiple key business
units, signing long-term agreements with customers, and identifying strategic M&A opportunities,
which he then successfully concluded.
About Zmira Shterenfeld Lavie
Zmira has led diverse projects and processes within the semiconductor industry for more than 30
years, amassing significant R&D process development expertise, including technology development
and transfers (CMOS, sensors, MEMS, discrete, etc.). As general manager of Tower Semiconductor's
TOPS™ (Transfer Optimization and development Process Services) business unit, she took the
business unit’s annual revenue from zero ~US$200M.
M&T is incentivised to deliver tangible outcomes and has a track record of doing so.
Dr. ltzhak Edrei says, “we are extremely excited to be working with 2D Generation. The industry
dictates that 2D materials will play a crucial role in semiconductors and 2DG’s solution represents a
breakthrough for future chip technology. This is not something the industry wants, it is something
the industry needs. We are confident in being able to deliver multiple meaningful partnerships with
large semiconductor companies.”
Background to 2D Generation’s Solution
2DG has developed a patented solution allowing graphene coating at sub-300 degrees centigrade,
an achievement that has never been successfully completed prior to 2DG. This opens the door to
the next generation of semiconductors capable of further miniaturisation, lower power
consumption, less heat and greater computational power.
2D Generation’s innovative technology centres around the aim of improving the performance and
capabilities of the interconnect.
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An interconnect in a semiconductor refers to the conductive pathways that connect different
components or regions within an integrated circuit (IC).
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These interconnects are crucial for the functionality of the IC as they facilitate the flow of
electrical signals between transistors, capacitors, resistors, and other elements on the chip.
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Interconnects can be made of various materials, typically metals like aluminium or copper,
and they can be implemented in different layers within the semiconductor structure.
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As IC’s have become more complex, with smaller and more densely packed features, the
design and materials used for interconnects have evolved to address issues such as
resistance, capacitance, and signal integrity but have reached scalability limitations.
The interconnect field has emerged as a critical technological barrier hindering industry progress.
Overcoming this challenge is recognised as the "Holy Grail" within the industry, promising
accelerated rates of and continued miniaturisation. Industry giants recognise that the entity with a
viable solution stands to gain a substantial competitive advantage.
Enter 2D Generation. With its groundbreaking innovation enabling in-situ ALD graphene
deposition on the interconnect at below 300 degrees Celsius. An achievement that has never
been done successfully prior to 2DG. This focus on graphene integration sets 2D Generation apart,
presenting a disruptive technology that has the potential to reshape the landscape of
semiconductor manufacturing.
Completion of the Company’s acquisition of 2D Generation (ASX: 4 November 2024) is expected to
take place following shareholder approval of the necessary resolutions to be sought at the general
meeting scheduled for 19 December 2024, subject to satisfaction of certain conditions precedent.
Further details regarding the terms of the acquisition are set out in the Company’s announcement
dated 4 November 2024.
Looking Forward
Chairman and CEO of 2D Generation, Arye Kohavi, says “we are honoured and very fortunate to be
guided by ltzhak and Zmira from M&T, who are very well respected by the industry. M&T brings
invaluable experience and gravitas to 2D Generation and can open doors at some of the largest
semiconductor companies in the world. We look forward to updating the market on our progress
with M&T."
-ENDSThis announcement has been approved for release by the board of Adisyn Ltd.
Further Information:
Blake Burton
Managing Director, Adisyn
investors@adisyn.com.au
1300 331 888
Adisyn Ltd | ACN 155 473 304 | 1300 331 888 | 2 – 3/4 McGrath Road, Henderson WA 6166 | adisyn.com.au
About 2D Generation
2D Generation is a high-tech company specialising in graphene-based solutions for the
semiconductor industry. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs and scientists, the company is
dedicated to overcoming current technological limitations by developing faster, stronger, and more
energy-efficient computer processing solutions. These advancements will support the next
generation of AI, data storage, telecommunications, cybersecurity, mobile devices, and more.
About Adisyn
Adisyn (ASX: AI1) is a provider of managed technology services and solutions, primarily targeting the
SME market. The company aims to be the preferred sovereign provider for SMEs in the Australian
defence industry supply chain. Adisyn’s offerings include a range of solutions tailored to this growing
market segment, leveraging internal capabilities and strategic partnerships, particularly in
cybersecurity and AI.
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performance, revenue, costs, dividends, production levels or rates, prices, or potential growth of
Adisyn Ltd are, or may be, forward-looking statements. Such statements relate to future events and
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Annexure
Under the Business Development Agreement:
(a) 2D Generation will:
(i) pay M&T a monthly fee of US$6,000 (plus VAT) per month for the services provided
under Business Development Agreement. This monthly fee is payable until such time
that 2D Generation provides notice of termination (which is to be not less than 30
days’ notice);
(ii) pay M&T a success fee of US$5,000 for each public relations material that is
generated as a result of the services provided under Business Development
Agreement; and
(b) Either party may terminate the Business Development Agreement by providing 30 days’
written notice to the other party.
The Business Development Agreement is otherwise on terms and conditions considered standard
for an agreement of this nature.
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