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TSMC's quarterly sales hit a record $30 billion
After posting a record $30 billion revenue in Q2 2025, TSMC announced plans to build at least 15 new fabs worldwide.
Japanese chipmaker Rapidus begins test production of 2nm circuits — company commits to single-wafer processing ahead of 2027 mass production target
Rapidus has begun prototyping 2nm gate-all-around transistor structures at its IIM-1 fab in Japan as it prepares for 2027 mass production.
Intel allegedly planning more Oregon layoffs — new report says retreating operation could become a liability to the state
The Intel Oregon workforce is down to its lowest point in more than a decade, but there may be more cuts on the way.
Synopsys acquires simulation specialist Ansys for $35 billion following Chinese regulator approval
A $35 billion deal.
Exclusive: GlobalFoundries says MIPS takeover will expand its business without creating competitive friction with its clients
GlobalFoundries' acquisition of MIPS will not turn it into a chipmaker, but will enhance its role as a foundry by offering ready-to-use RISC-V processor IP to help customers accelerate development.
Ex-ASML employee sentenced to three years' imprisonment for sharing company secrets with Russia
An ex-ASML employee has been sentenced to three years imprisonment for sharing company secrets with a Russian contact.
Zombie fabs plague China's chipmaking ambitions, failures burning tens of billions of dollars
28 fabs later
Trump says he has struck a trade deal with Hanoi
Premium The U.S. and Vietnam have reached a tentative agreement that sets tariffs on Vietnamese goods at 20%, but hits transshipments with a 40% import tax.
