2nd International Conference on Emerging Technologies in Electronics, Computing and Communication (ICETECC 2025)








Keynote Speech on:
Chip Design Journey and the RISC-V Processor

Abstract: Apple's iPhone has tens of chips working together to give you the best experience—from the main processor chip, to Bluetooth chip, display chip, power management chip, and various communication controller chips. Have you ever wondered how these chips are actually made? In this talk, we'll dive into the chip-making process, exploring every step from initial design, to layout, to fabrication. We'll also discover how complex modern chips can get. For example, a System-on-Chip (SoC), where a single chip combines a processor with many other specialised modules. In the second part, we'll explore RISC-V, the open-source processor architecture that's becoming increasingly popular. You'll understand why RISC-V matters for future devices and how major tech companies are moving towards open-source processor designs to boost innovation and flexibility. By the end, you'll have a clear view of chip design and why open-source processors like RISC-V are shaping the future of technology.