Samsung, SK Hynix lose US waiver on chip gear for China use September 01, 2025 Samsung manufactures about 35-40% of its total NAND flash memory chips at its plant in Shaanxi, while SK Hynix produces about 40% of its DRAM in Jiangsu and 20% of NAND flash chips in Liaoning.
CHIPS Act funding could come with US government stakes August 20, 2025 The US government is examining whether to take ownership stakes in major semiconductor companies in exchange for federal CHIPS Act grants, Reuters reports, citing two sources familiar with the talks.
Malaysia imposes trade permits for AI chips of US origin July 14, 2025 Individuals or companies have to notify authorities at least 30 days in advance for exporting, transhipping or bringing in transit items not listed on Malaysia’s strategic items list.
Meyer Burger closes Arizona solar plant, cuts 282 jobs May 30, 2025 Swiss solar panel maker Meyer Burger said it was in talks with a group of bondholders about restructuring, but the future of the Goodyear, Arizona site was uncertain.
Report: US to allow UAE to import millions of Nvidia’s AI chips May 15, 2025 According to the draft agreement, 20% of the chips, or 100,000 per year, may go to UAE’s tech firm G42. The remaining are likely to be divided among American firms with major AI operations, Reuters reports.
No foolproof method to keep AI chips away from China, TSMC warns April 22, 2025 The challenge for the Taiwanese tech giant is that the semiconductors TSMC customizes for many fabless firms and chip designers often end up being used in gadgets made by third parties, which is perfectly legitimate.
Nvidia expects $5.5 billion hit as US restricts chip sales to China April 16, 2025 Nvidia said the US government informed the chipmaker that the H20 chip needs a permit to be sold to China. The license requirement for H20 chips would be in effect “for the indefinite future.”
Trump slams CHIPS act in congress – credits tariffs for investments March 05, 2025 In an address to Congress on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump called the CHIPS Act a “horrible, horrible thing” and credited his administration's economic policies for a surge in domestic investment.
Trump administration halts $5 billion EV charging program February 10, 2025 The Federal Highway Administration said the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program will be updated to “align with current U.S. Department of Transportation policy and priorities.”
Trump’s rollback unlikely to slow global lithium demand January 24, 2025 Mining industry staying calm in the face of returning President’s early rollback on EVs
Biden ups loan for ioneer's Nevada lithium mine in parting gesture January 20, 2025 The U.S. Department of Energy has finalised a USD 996 million loan for Australia-based ioneer's Rhyolite Ridge lithium project
US tightens export controls on advanced AI technologies January 15, 2025 The US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued an interim final rule, effective January 13, 2025, enhancing export controls on advanced computing ICs and certain artificial intelligence (AI) model weights.
Threat of new tariffs cast shadows over 2025 January 14, 2025 Potential tariff increases on major U.S. trading partners, including China, Canada, and Mexico, could significantly raise the cost of electronic components in 2025.
TSMC's Arizona facility has started 4nm production January 13, 2025 Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co is now officially manufacturing 4-nanometer chips for its US customers in Arizona, says the US government.
Nvidia criticizes U.S. plan to tighten AI chip export controls January 10, 2025 The Biden administration is reportedly considering new export restrictions that could target advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips produced by U.S. companies. According to Reuters, Nvidia has expressed concerns about the potential impact of these measures on the tech industry’s growth and the competitiveness of the United States in the global market.
Hemlock bags $325M in CHIPS Act funding for polysilicon plant January 10, 2025 The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) up to USD 325 million in funding under the CHIPS Incentives Program, to support the construction of a new manufacturing facility in Hemlock, Michigan.
Tech firms to act as US ‘gatekeepers’ for AI chips December 16, 2024 The companies would have to comply with strict requirements, which includes reporting key information to the US government and blocking Chinese access to AI chips, according to a Reuters report.
China drives global EV sales to another record high December 13, 2024 In line with earlier trends, China contributed to nearly 70% of total EV sales in November, while Europe showed a slight year-on-year decline.
Coherent, SkyWater and X-Fab receive CHIPS Act boost December 11, 2024 The Biden-Harris Administration has announced USD 99 million in proposed CHIPS Act funding for Coherent, SkyWater Technology, and X-Fab to strengthen U.S. semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain resilience, creating over 290 jobs across Texas and Minnesota.
SkyWater secures $16 million in federal funds December 09, 2024 Minnesota chip manufacturer SkyWater will use USD 127 million, including USD 19 million in matching state funds, to improve its infrastructure and cybersecurity systems, among other upgrades.
US commits $7.5 billion loan for 2 EV battery plants December 06, 2024 The conditional loan commitment from the DOE will provide USD 6.85 billion in principal and USD 688 million in capitalized interest to StarPlus Energy LLC, a JV between Stellantis and Samsung SDI.
Rivian secures $6.6 billion loan for Georgia EV factory November 29, 2024 Rivian plans to produce its R2 and R3 models that will be sold at a “significantly lower price point” than its flagship R1 vehicle, the company said.
China warns of ‘necessary actions’ if US adds new chip controls November 29, 2024 The newly proposed sanctions continue to target Chinese chip fabrication plants while putting greater emphasis on targeting domestic firms supplying manufacturing equipment to chipmakers.
US to boosts chip packaging with $300M in funding November 21, 2024 US government announces up to USD 300 million in funding to boost advanced semiconductor packaging.
US finalizes $6.6 billion in chips grants for TSMC November 18, 2024 TSMC will produce the world’s most advanced 2-nanometer technology at its second Arizona fab, which is expected to begin production in 2028.
Microelectronics hubs get $160 million in fresh DoD funding November 15, 2024 Most of the new funding will go to the eight established Microelectronics Commons Hubs that focus on building infrastructure, supporting operations and accelerating workforce developments.
Has Trump decided to kill Biden’s $7,500 EV tax credit? November 15, 2024 Representatives of Elon Musk’s Tesla, US’s biggest EV maker, have reportedly told a Trump transition committee that they are in favor of ending the subsidy.
CHIPS Act will support new California semiconductor manufacturing facility November 13, 2024 The U.S. Department of Commerce has agreed to provide up to USD 18.2 million in direct funding to Akash Systems to help develop a 40,000-square-foot cleanroom space for advanced semiconductor manufacturing in West Oakland, California.
Battery recycler Li-Cycle secures $475 million US loan November 08, 2024 The loan to build a battery plant in Rochester is being seen as a move to bolster President Joe Biden’s domestic EV supply and climate agenda before Donald Trump assumes office in January.
US fines GlobalFoundries for shipping chips to blacklisted firm November 04, 2024 The Commerce Department said contract chipmaker GlobalFoundries sent 74 shipments worth USD 17.1 million to SJ Semiconductor, an affiliate of sanctioned Chinese firm SMIC, without seeking a license.
US to invest $825 million in New York chip facility November 01, 2024 The site in Albany, New York, will focus on extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography, which is used to make the most advanced nodes for the next generation of chips and processors.
US extends semiconductor tax breaks to solar ingot and wafers October 28, 2024 The Biden administration has finalized rules for a 25% tax credit for chip manufacturing projects, expanding eligibility for one of the largest incentive programs from the 2022 Chips and Science Act.