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AI boom drives global memory chip shortage and rising prices

A surge in artificial intelligence (AI) investments has triggered a global shortage of conventional memory chips, disrupting supply chains and driving up prices across the tech industry. The shift to high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, critical for AI workloads, has left manufacturers struggling to meet......

Taiwan’s record-breaking exports highlight AI-driven semiconductor boom

Taiwan’s exports soared to an unprecedented $58.5 billion in August, marking a 34.1% year-on-year increase and the island's highest-ever monthly trade performance. This significant growth defied concerns over newly imposed U.S. tariffs and underscored Taiwan’s pivotal role in the global......

Trump demands Intel CEO's resignation over Chinese investments

U.S. President Donald Trump has called for the immediate resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, labeling him "highly conflicted" due to his extensive ties to Chinese firms. The demand raises questions about Intel's leadership as the company navigates a strategic overhaul amidst mounting challenges. Allegations......

South Korea Boosts Chip Industry Aid to Navigate US Tariff Risks

South Korea has increased its semiconductor industry support package to 33 trillion won (approximately $23.25 billion), marking a 25% rise from the 26 trillion won announced last year. This move aims to bolster the nation's strategic chip sector amid growing uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade policies......

Huawei aims to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in AI chips with focus on inference technology

In the rapidly evolving landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI), China’s tech giant Huawei is making strategic moves to position itself as a key player in the semiconductor industry. With U.S. restrictions limiting access to advanced AI chips, Huawei has crafted an ambitious plan to......

Samsung Secures $4.75B Federal Grant for Texas Semiconductor Facilities

Samsung Electronics has secured $4.74 billion in funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce to establish semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Texas. The South Korean tech manufacturer plans to construct two new plants in Taylor, Texas, with additional investments planned for its existing Austin......

Nvidia's Historic $279 Billion Plunge Rattles Global Chip Market

Global semiconductor stocks experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday, following a steep decline in Nvidia’s share price in the U.S. overnight. The plunge in Nvidia’s stock value, amounting to a staggering $279 billion, marked the largest one-day market capitalization drop for a U.S.......