Keywords: Semiconductor industry


TSMC to boost Taiwan’s semiconductor leadership with three new 2-nanometer fabs

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is set to significantly expand its 2-nanometer chip manufacturing capacity by constructing three additional fabs in Taiwan’s Southern Science Park. This ambitious expansion will increase TSMC’s total 2nm fab count in Taiwan from seven to ten,......

Nvidia CEO praises TSMC as demand for Blackwell chips surges

Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, made an emotional return to Taiwan over the weekend, marking his fourth visit this year. Speaking at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s (TSMC) annual sports day in Hsinchu, Huang delivered a heartfelt speech in Mandarin, acknowledging the critical role TSMC......

China unveils national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen

China has launched its first national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen, a strategic move to bolster self-reliance in semiconductors amid a global chip shortage fueled by tensions with Nexperia. The facility, jointly developed by state-owned China Reform Holdings and the China Automotive Technology......

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......