1. Elon Musk announces the completion of the AI5 chip tape-out and the initiation of AI6 development; 2. ASML opens a technical academy in the U.S. to train 1,000 chip equipment engineers annually; 3. Samsung adds $1.9 billion to upgrade its U.S. factory, deepening its high-end manufacturing layout; 4. Nokia invests $4 billion to expand … Read more
The Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs, Karremans, issued a statement on the 19th,announcing the suspension of the administrative order against ASML. Karremans stated that, in light of recent developments, he believes it is now an appropriate time to take constructive measures. The Netherlands has held constructive talks with the Chinese government, and the Dutch government … Read more
The global chip shortage has persisted for some time, affecting many industries, from automotive to electronics. Recently, ASML, a company based in the Netherlands, has become the focal point due to its critical role in the chip supply chain. ASML is the leading manufacturer of photolithography machines, which are core equipment for chip production. Without … Read more
When the Dutch government announced an expansion of export restrictions on Nexperia Semiconductor under the guise of “national security,” it perhaps did not anticipate that China’s countermeasures would come so swiftly and precisely—without loud protests, lengthy legal battles, but with a heavy blow of “cutting off key raw material supplies,” leaving the Dutch semiconductor industry … Read more
Overnight, the dynamics of the chip war have shifted. No one expected that a game concerning chips would completely change direction in just a few days. Washington has just revoked TSMC’s “free pass” for its Nanjing factory, requiring that any U.S.-controlled semiconductor tools shipped to Nanjing must apply for separate licenses. TSMC had to issue … Read more
Recently, Professor Wei Shaojun from Tsinghua University’s Microelectronics Institute criticized those who claim that “Chinese chips are invincible” during a television program. He mentioned that some people are constantly shouting, “Certain chips make the U.S. fearful” and “Scientists returning to China make the U.S. anxious.” But what is the actual situation? Our chip technology is … Read more
1. India Restarts “Semiconductor Strategy”, ASML Extends Olive Branch Last month, Indian Prime Minister Modi announced the restart of the “semiconductor strategy” during his “Independence Day” speech, promoting local chip manufacturing, with the first “Made in India” chip expected to be launched by the end of 2025. Dutch semiconductor giant ASML responded positively, with CEO … Read more
Source: Content from ASML, thank you! This article will take you through the chip manufacturing process. Manufacturing a chip requires continuously layering patterns on a wafer, which can reach over 100 layers. The chip manufacturing process involves hundreds of steps, and it may take four months from design to mass production. In the cleanroom of … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Scattering the eagle spirits to soar across the land, With wisdom and courage, calling for the brilliance of China. 01 Introduction According to a report by the market research and technology consulting firm Yole Group, the current global chip manufacturing landscape shows that Taiwan leads with a 23% … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Scattering the eagle spirits, soaring across the land, With wisdom and courage, calling for the wisdom of China. —— “The State Council’s Tribute to Comrade Jiang Shangzhou” 01 Introduction Yang Rui, former host of the English channel of China Central Television, interviewed Dutch journalist and semiconductor observer Mark … Read more