Infineon partners with Xilink to expand the USB 20 Gbps ecosystem, empowering AI and high-bandwidth applications

Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) recently announced a strategic partnership with Xilink Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as ‘Xilink Technology’), aimed at accelerating the adoption of USB 20 Gbps technology to meet the growing demand for machine learning cameras and physical AI systems. In 2025, Infineon launched the EZ USB FX20 controller, which supports data transfer rates of up to 20 Gbps via existing USB-C infrastructure, thereby providing robust support for bandwidth-intensive applications.

Infineon’s EZ-USB FX20 controller supports data transfer rates of up to 20 Gbps via existing USB-C infrastructure, thereby providing robust support for bandwidth-intensive applications.

To enable deployment on a larger scale, reliable, high-bandwidth connections require not only device-side components, but also robust cabling and comprehensive host support. By combining Infineon’s EZ-USB FX20 with ASMedia’s latest USB4 40 Gbps host controller, the ASM4242, the two companies are working together to lead the industry in building a tightly integrated end-to-end USB 20 Gbps ecosystem. This collaboration enables developers and device manufacturers to implement high-speed USB connectivity in emerging AI and data-intensive applications.

Ganesh Subramaniam, Senior Vice President of Infineon’s Wired Connectivity Solutions Division, stated: “With the launch of our EZ-USB FX20 controller in 2025, a new generation of devices—ranging from AI-driven cameras to advanced industrial systems—will be able to fully realise the potential of USB 20Gbps connectivity. However, innovation on the device side alone is far from sufficient to truly accelerate the development of the entire ecosystem. Through our collaboration with ASMedia, we are able to provide a comprehensive and robust solution covering key host support and cabling infrastructure. By working together, we are removing the final barriers to the widespread adoption of USB 20Gbps and enabling developers to utilise this high-bandwidth data channel with greater confidence to create innovative applications.”

Lin Zhewei, General Manager of ASMedia, stated: “As the industry’s demand for rapid breakthroughs in machine learning and physical AI continues to grow, a seamlessly connected ecosystem is crucial. With comprehensive USB technology capabilities spanning 20Gbps to 80Gbps, ASMedia maintains its leading position in the field of high-speed data transmission. By integrating our ASM4242 USB4 host controller with Infineon’s EZ USB FX20, we have established a unified technical path that connects robust host infrastructure with AI peripherals, thereby ensuring the creation of a dynamic, future-proof ecosystem.”