And the technology has had teething troubles, so its future is unclear.

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This is due to be launched in 2010 and will include a lot of novel technology, which raises the risk of teething troubles.

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It's likely that SPIL and ASE are going to pick up market share from Amkor, as its troubles limit its ability to invest in new technology, says Don Floyd, the regional head of technology research at Lehman Brothers in Asia.

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The troubles continue to mount for solid-state drive maker OCZ Technology.

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Following in the footsteps of the bankruptcy and dismantling of Nortel Networks, the ongoing troubles at RIM have raised questions about whether Canada can be a player in the global technology business.

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