Chip manufacturer TSMC considers the construction of a plant in the United Arab Emirates. The US has responded with criticism.
By Emily Kossak
The US government has issued new export controls targeting semiconductor design software suppliers. The measures, aimed at exports to China, reportedly also cover semiconductor-related chemicals, butane and ethane, machine tools and aerospace equipment.
By Leonardo Pape
During talks with France and the Netherlands, China emphasized its willingness to deepen its partnership with the EU. Topics included trade, climate action and technology.
By Amelie Richter
The USA and China continue their trade talks on the sidelines of an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce sharply criticized the latest round of US semiconductor export controls.
By Leonardo Pape
Despite an embargo, AI processors from Nvidia are being exported to China. A new law aims to stop this.
By Emily Kossak
In a meeting with the US Congress, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expressed concerns about Huawei's growing role in AI development. Export bans on Nvidia chips could further strengthen China's technological supremacy – with global consequences.
By Amelie Richter
SiCarrier claims to be able to manufacture advanced microchips that only ASML, Canon and Nikon have produced to date. However, Western manufacturers are still leading in the smallest chip segment.
By Emily Kossak
The semiconductor industry is a multi-billion dollar business – and consumes enormous amounts of water and fossil energy. A study has examined the impact on the environment in detail.
By Anna Gauto
The US tariffs against Taiwan's chip industry appear to have been averted for the time being. However, despite announced billion-dollar investments, Trump continues to pressure global market leader TSMC. Meanwhile, China continues to become increasingly independent of Taiwanese semiconductors.
By Leonardo Pape
Together with a "coalition of the willing," the Netherlands wants to strengthen the semiconductor industry in Europe and better coordinate support measures. Germany is also part of the coalition.
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