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The author of ‘Chip War’ on the state of the fight

Mar 28, 2024
Chris Miller, author of 'Chip War,' discusses the US semiconductor strategy vs. China, the impact of the Chips Act, Taiwan's success in chip manufacturing, US-China technological struggle, visionary leadership in the chip industry, and the evolution towards AI technology.
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  • The Chips Act aims to revitalize US chip manufacturing, but may not fully secure domestic production chain.
  • US-China tech rivalry reflects historic divisions, sparking debates on fairness and concerns over Chinese competitiveness.

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Impact of the Chips and Science Act on US Chip Manufacturing

The Chips and Science Act aims to rejuvenate US chip manufacturing through financial and tax incentives. While the $50 billion allocation seems substantial, compared to Taiwan's TSMC's $31 billion investment in a year, it appears moderate. The Act attempts to lessen reliance on Taiwan and China for chip supply, yet may fall short in providing a completely secure domestic chip production chain.

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