FT News Briefing TSMC's chip challenge
Nov 7, 2022
The clash between the European Central Bank and UniCredit over shareholder plans and Russian ties sparks debate. TSMC faces the challenge of producing ever-smaller chips amidst geopolitical tensions. Companies are now grappling with workplace policies impacting women's health and abortion rights after recent Supreme Court decisions. As tech evolves, so do corporate responsibilities towards employee health, pushing for greater inclusivity and support in the workplace. This intersection of technology and social change is reshaping industry norms.
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TSMC's Dominance
- TSMC dominates semiconductor production despite geopolitical risks, surpassing Intel in advanced technology.
- Samsung's attempts to overtake TSMC have not been successful.
TSMC's Technological Challenge
- TSMC faces the challenge of shrinking transistors further to increase computing power.
- Chip makers experiment with new chip architectures and techniques to overcome this physical limitation.
The Goal of Chip Manufacturing
- The semiconductor industry aims to increase computing power while reducing power consumption.
- This is driven by the increasing demands of AI, data centers, electric vehicles, and other technologies.