July 21 (Reuters) - UK semiconductor wafer maker IQE on Tuesday raised its ‌full-year revenue growth forecast after its ‌first-half trading beat expectations, driven by rising demand ​for its semiconductor products used in AI infrastructure and data centres. Here are some details:• IQE upgraded its 2026 revenue growth ‌forecast to above ⁠30%, from 20% previously and said core profit would reach ⁠the low-teens millions of pounds. • The company said demand for its Indium Phosphide solutions, ​a key ​component in ​optical photonic products used ‌in AI infrastructure and data centres, accelerated in the first half and would remain strong through the rest of the year. • The improved outlook was also ‌supported by strength in ​the aerospace and defence ​market, alongside ​robust demand for 3D sensing ‌and wireless products. • IQE expects ​first-half revenue ​of at least £64 million($86 million), with trading during the first half exceeding ​management expectations ‌across all core businesses.