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Taiwan Targets Huawei and SMIC with New Export Restrictions
Taiwan Targets Huawei and SMIC with New Export Restrictions, escalating global tech tensions. On June 15, 2025, Taiwan’s Commerce Ministry added Chinese tech giants Huawei Technologies and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) to its export control list, aligning with U.S. efforts to curb China’s access to advanced technologies. This move, affecting 601 entities, requires Taiwanese firms to seek special permits…
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CHIPS Act Requirements Unacceptable for South Korean Chipmakers
CHIPS Act Requirements Unacceptable for South Korean Chipmakers Korean chipmakers have expressed their concern over the strict requirements for getting funding under the CHIPS and Science act by the U.S. government. As part of the application process for subsidies, companies must provide detailed information regarding fab capacity and expected yields, among other things. The U.S. Department of Commerce demands companies…
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Samsung Announces Multi-Billion Dollar Investment in South Korea’s Chip-Making Plan
Samsung Announces Multi-Billion Dollar Investment in South Korea’s Chip-Making Plan The South Korean government has recently announced a $230.8bn investment plan to develop a mega semiconductor hub in the country. This investment plan is part of the country’s push to become an international leader in the semiconductor industry. This move has been met with mixed reactions from industry players due…
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