TechnologyAugust 9, 2026

asynchronization

ay-SING-kruh-nuh-ZAY-shun

Definition

The state or process of occurring at different times or rates, lacking coordination or simultaneous timing.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'a-' (without) and 'synchronize,' coming from the Greek 'synchronos' meaning 'at the same time.' It entered English as a noun describing the lack of coincidence in timing.

In the news

In the context of global semiconductor and AI markets, asynchronization refers to the misalignment between supply chain capacities and fluctuating technological demand.

The global artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor markets are going through unprecedented vo..

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