TSMC Profits Soar on AI Demand, Warns of Iran War Risks
#TSMC #SemiconductorsTSMC reports a record $18.1 billion quarterly profit, a 58% surge driven by AI demand. The chipmaker is expanding plants but warns the Iran war could disrupt supply chains and increase costs. read more
Dutch Court Probes Chinese-Owned Chipmaker
#Semiconductors #GeopoliticsA Dutch court orders a formal investigation into chipmaker Nexperia, upholding the suspension of its Chinese CEO. The probe follows national security concerns and internal disputes that disrupted global auto supply chains. read more
Taiwan Government to Assess Controversial $100 Billion Semiconductor Deal
#TSMC #semiconductorsTSMC, the leading producer of advanced semiconductors, may not guarantee a $100bn deal with Trump. Taiwan’s government requires assessment to ensure tech protection, impacting national security. The US investment aims to avoid tariffs and assert dominance. read more
TSMC CEO meets Trump to discuss $100B US investment.
#TSMC #semiconductorsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company plans a $100bn investment in US plants, with CEO discussing the deal with Trump at the White House. TSMC, a major player in the tech sector, aims to expand its chip production in the United States, reducing reliance on Asia. read more
US Implements Export Restrictions to Limit China's Access to Semiconductors
#USChina #semiconductorsThe US imposes new restrictions on China, limiting advanced chip technology exports, prompting swift condemnation from Beijing. The move aims to curtail China's military modernization and AI development, setting the stage for further restrictions under the incoming Trump administration. read more
Biden Administration to Reduce Intel's Federal Funding for Chip Plants
#Intel #SemiconductorsThe Biden administration plans to reduce part of Intel's $8.5 billion federal funding for chip plants, not linked to Intel's financial performance. The move is due to $3 billion military chip supply agreement. Biden praised Intel in Ohio; funding tied to U.S. semiconductor law. read more