U.S. Halts TSMC's Advanced Chip Shipments to China, Impacting AI Industry
The U.S. has ordered TSMC to stop shipping advanced chips to Chinese customers, targeting 7nm or more advanced designs used in AI applications. This move could significantly impact China's AI industry and heightens tensions in the global tech sector.
TSMC Halts Advanced AI Chip Production for Chinese Clients Amid Export Controls
TSMC announces suspension of advanced AI chip production for Chinese customers, aligning with U.S. export controls. This decision impacts chips using 7nm or more advanced processes, potentially affecting China's AI ambitions.
Intel's Struggle: US Officials Weigh Government Intervention for Chip Giant
As Intel faces financial challenges, US policymakers consider supporting the largest American chip manufacturer. The company's strategic importance in maintaining a competitive US semiconductor ecosystem has prompted discussions about potential government intervention.
GlobalFoundries Fined $500K for Unauthorized Chip Exports to China
GlobalFoundries faces a $500,000 fine for violating export regulations by shipping $17 million worth of restricted semiconductor products to a Chinese company with military ties. This incident highlights the challenges faced by chipmakers in navigating complex international trade rules and export controls.
Washington Prepares Contingency Plans for Potential Intel Crisis
U.S. policymakers are quietly discussing contingency plans for a potential Intel financial crisis, highlighting the chipmaker's critical importance to national technology and economic interests. The proactive approach underscores Intel's unique role in designing and manufacturing cutting-edge chips on American soil.
Samsung Pioneers Next-Gen Memory: Combining RAM and SSD in One
Samsung accelerates development of Selector-Only Memory (SOM), a revolutionary technology merging RAM speed with SSD storage. Advanced computer modeling narrows thousands of material combinations to 18 prime candidates for testing.
Nvidia Surpasses Apple as World's Most Valuable Company, Riding AI Wave
Nvidia has overtaken Apple as the world's most valuable company by market capitalization, reaching $2.78 trillion. This milestone highlights the growing importance of AI and semiconductors in the tech industry landscape.
Intel's $3.5 Trillion Misstep: The Nvidia Acquisition That Never Was
In 2005, Intel passed on acquiring Nvidia for $20 billion. Today, Nvidia is worth $3.5 trillion, highlighting a massive missed opportunity in the AI revolution and semiconductor industry.
TSMC Halts Chip Shipments After Huawei Product Discovery: Navigating Export Controls
TSMC suspends chip shipments to an unnamed customer after finding its chip in a Huawei product, violating US export restrictions. The incident highlights the challenges faced by semiconductor companies in the US-China trade tensions.
Arm Terminates Qualcomm's Snapdragon License, Shaking Semiconductor Industry
Arm's decision to cancel Qualcomm's chip license threatens to disrupt the mobile chip market. The move, stemming from a dispute over Qualcomm's Nuvia acquisition, could significantly impact Android smartphone production.