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Wednesday 9 October 2024
AMD set to become second largest client of TSMC's US fab; hinted at one year ago
TSMC's Fab 21 in Arizona has not yet fully commenced its first phase of mass production, but it is already producing Apple's A16 chip. Additionally, AMD may become the second major...
Wednesday 9 October 2024
TSMC and Amkor collaboration completes key puzzle piece in US chip manufacturing
Amkor, a major US semiconductor packaging and testing company, received a US$400 million subsidy under the CHIPS Act to build a new plant in late July and will collaborate with TSMC...
Friday 4 October 2024
TSMC, Amkor sign MOU for advanced packaging at US facility, Apple to be first customer
TSMC and Amkor Technology, the world's second-largest semiconductor packaging and testing firm, announced on October 4 the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to deliver...
Monday 30 September 2024
Intel's Smart Capital: lifeline or stranglehold on future growth?
Amid speculation surrounding a potential acquisition of Intel by Qualcomm, reports have surfaced indicating Apollo-managed funds, a key partner in Intel's "Smart Capital" initiative,...
Friday 20 September 2024
TSMC names Rose Castanares as Arizona plant president as CEO Y.L. Wang races to accelerate production
TSMC has recently announced that Brian Harrison, president of TSMC Arizona, will retire on December 31, 2024. Effective October 1, he will transition to an advisory role within the...
Thursday 19 September 2024
TSMC solves mass production issues in US; advanced process self-sufficiency may be realized
In early December 2022, Apple CEO Tim Cook and US President Joe Biden attended the groundbreaking ceremony for TSMC's wafer fab in Arizona. During his speech, Cook stated that the...
Tuesday 3 September 2024
Arizona bets big on semiconductors, echoing Taiwan's tech cluster model
As the global demand for chips continues to grow, Arizona is positioning itself as America's answer to Taiwan's semiconductor prowess. The state is rapidly evolving into a powerhouse...
Wednesday 21 August 2024
TSMC maintains steady pace in EU fab expansion as competitors slow projects
Many chipmakers have disclosed delays or suspensions in their new European fab projects; however, TSMC's are proceeding more efficiently than those of their competitors.
Friday 16 August 2024
Intel's CHIPS Act implementation hamstrung by performance, packaging dependencies, workforce shortages
The US$39 billion funding allocation under the CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS Act) is nearing completion.
Thursday 15 August 2024
Taiwanese aerospace supplier AIDC tackles challenges in US expansion drive
AIDC, a key player in Taiwan's aerospace supply chain, is making a strategic move into the US market.
Wednesday 14 August 2024
Why Intel has also struggled to manufacture chips in Arizona
The New York Times recently published a piece expressing concern about the delay in the start of chip fabrication and sale at TSMC's Fab 21 in Arizona, despite the project...
Monday 29 July 2024
Amkor granted CHIPS Act incentives for Arizona plant
Amkor Technology has signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms with the US Department of Commerce to receive proposed funding as part of the CHIPS and Science Act, according...
Wednesday 24 July 2024
Who will benefit from a potential tariff war on chips?
With Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) chairman C. C. Wei promising to carry through overseas expansion plans regardless of the next US President, those securing TSMC's...
Tuesday 23 July 2024
TSMC braces for potential geopolitical variables
TSMC is believed to have adopted three critical strategies in anticipation of the potential geopolitical influences that may arise from the forthcoming US presidential election.
Tuesday 9 July 2024
SEMICON West to bring record exhibitors
SEMICON West, set to take place in San Francisco on July 9, is expected to draw a record number of exhibitors.