In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen HIGHLIGHTS: Christophe Fouquet - CEO of ASML
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Feb 7, 2025 Christophe Fouquet, President and CEO of ASML, shares insights from his role at the forefront of semiconductor technology. He discusses the pivotal role of EUV lithography in producing advanced chips, the balancing act of innovation and energy efficiency, and the looming geopolitical challenges with the US and China. Fouquet also reflects on the need for Europe to enhance its infrastructure for competitiveness and reveals his journey from seeking validation to focusing on impactful leadership.
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ASML's Role in Chip Production
- ASML builds lithography systems, crucial for making computer chips.
- These systems print electronic circuit images onto chips, enabling technological advancements.
EUV Lithography Explained
- EUV lithography uses extremely short wavelengths (13.5 nanometers) to print smaller features on chips.
- Creating EUV light in sufficient quantities for industrial use was a major challenge.
Challenges of Increasing Chip Complexity
- While AI companies desire increased chip complexity, cost and energy consumption pose challenges.
- Innovation in lithography and memory is key to meeting this demand sustainably.