Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Steps Down After Turbulent Four-Year Tenure
Intel announces the sudden retirement of CEO Pat Gelsinger amid declining revenues and manufacturing challenges, despite securing billions in CHIPS Act funding. The company has appointed interim co-CEOs while searching for a permanent successor to lead its ongoing transformation efforts.
US Tightens Export Controls to Block China's AI Chip Development
The US Commerce Department has imposed stringent export restrictions targeting China's semiconductor industry, blocking access to critical chip manufacturing equipment and software. These comprehensive controls aim to limit China's ability to develop advanced AI chips and military applications.
Intel Secures Record $7.9B CHIPS Act Grant for US Semiconductor Expansion
The US Department of Commerce awards Intel nearly $8 billion in CHIPS Act funding to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing across multiple states. The historic investment aims to create 30,000 jobs while strengthening America's chip production capabilities and reducing foreign dependencies.
Revolutionary RISC-V 'Universal Processor' Promises to Unify CPU, GPU and FPGA Functions
Startup Ubitium announces plans for a groundbreaking processor that combines multiple computing capabilities into a single unified RISC-V architecture. Despite ambitious goals and veteran leadership, the company faces significant funding and development challenges to bring this innovative chip to market by 2026.
TSMC's Next-Gen 1.6nm Chip Technology on Track for 2026 Launch
TSMC confirms its ambitious semiconductor roadmap with plans to mass produce groundbreaking 1.6nm chips by late 2026. The new process node promises enhanced performance through innovative backside power delivery, targeting next-generation AI datacenter applications.
TSMC Invests in High-NA EUV Systems to Lead Next-Generation Chip Manufacturing
TSMC is making a strategic investment in advanced high-NA EUV lithography systems from ASML, with the first EXE:5000 system expected by late 2024. This $384 million per-unit investment aims to enable 1.4nm chip production by 2027, cementing TSMC's dominance in cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing.
Major GPU Manufacturer Relocates from China to Singapore Ahead of RTX 5090 Launch
PC Partner Group Limited, maker of Zotac and other GPU brands, plans strategic relocation from Hong Kong to Singapore to avoid US semiconductor export restrictions. The world's second-largest graphics card manufacturer aims to maintain production capabilities ahead of NVIDIA's next-gen RTX 5090 launch.
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.