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Semiconductors
$5 billion Intel deal scrapped after China dragged out regulatory approval
by
Ali Budner
Aug 22, 2023
Intel recently scrapped a $5 billion deal to buy an Israeli semiconductor manufacturer — primarily because China dragged its feet on giving the regulatory green light for the deal.
How AI is reshaping the computer chip industry
by
Matt Levin
May 24, 2023
Semiconductor company NVIDIA seems to be leading the race in hardware AI.
The debt limit is not a tool for "extortion," Biden adviser Lael Brainard says
by
Kai Ryssdal
, Sean McHenry
and Sarah Leeson
Apr 26, 2023
The new head of the National Economic Council on inflation, supply chains, jobs and post-SVB bank regulation.
Boosting chip production is “an investment in America’s national security,” Commerce secretary says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Apr 25, 2023
“The stakes are so high” when it comes to making the U.S. a leader in this key technology, says Gina Raimondo.
Could a recent scientific breakthrough in electric conductivity transform tech?
by
David Brancaccio
, Alex Schroeder
and Ariana Rosas
Apr 5, 2023
Researchers at the University of Rochester created a material that could make superconducting possible at room temperature.
Biden administration makes a long-term bet with its CHIPS plan
Mar 3, 2023
But will it work out as the President hopes?
The transistor's role in the birth of Silicon Valley
by
David Brancaccio
and Alex Schroeder
Dec 15, 2022
Silicon Valley exists for a number of reasons. Chief among them might be the mother of a Nobel Prize winner.
For public good, not for profit.
US may expand restrictions on Chinese access to American tech exports
Oct 21, 2022
The concern is the potential use of advanced technologies for military purposes.
Demand for electronics is falling. But some types of semiconductors are still in short supply.
by
Justin Ho
Oct 7, 2022
Samsung and AMD say demand is weakening for high-end devices like laptops and smartphones. But vehicles still face semiconductor shortages.
What does it take for chip manufacturers to get a new plant up and running?
Aug 23, 2022
Semiconductor makers seek locations with plenty of space, water, electricity and workers. First, they need megabucks for construction.