US and Japanese semiconductor giants have formed the US-JOINT alliance to develop next-generation packaging for advanced chips. Led by Resonac (Japan), six Japanese materials companies join forces with four US companies spanning materials (Moses Lake), packaging equipment (Kulicke & Soffa), measurement (KLA), and services (Azimuth). The alliance plans to open a California research center later this year, targeting the US market with its innovations and aiming to collaborate with major US tech companies like NVIDIA and Qualcomm.
The chip war heats up! Taiwan's TSMC, the world's leading chip manufacturer, has unveiled its most advanced chip technology yet – a groundbreaking 1.6nm process. This announcement comes amidst intensifying competition from Samsung, Intel, and a rising challenger, Japan's Rapidus. TSMC's 1.6nm tech promises significant performance and efficiency improvements for next-generation processors. This move is a strategic attempt to maintain their dominance in the chipmaking industry, but they face pressure from Samsung's aggressive roadmap and Intel's renewed focus on manufacturing.
Additionally, Rapidus, a venture backed by Japan's "BIG EIGHT" and the government, aims to disrupt the market with its own cutting-edge chip production capabilities. This fierce competition will likely lead to even more advanced chip technologies emerging at a rapid pace, potentially revolutionizing various sectors that rely on ever-more powerful and efficient processors.
Rapidus, is taking a significant leap forward by establishing a subsidiary in the heart of the global tech industry – Silicon Valley, California. This move signals Rapidus's ambition to become a major player in the global semiconductor race via. strategic expansion and collaboration.
In a strategic move, OpenAI, a leader in artificial intelligence research, is reaching out to Japan's semiconductor industry. This collaboration has the potential to be mutually beneficial. OpenAI seeks access to Japan's cutting-edge chips for its ever-more complex AI models, while Japan gains a chance to stay ahead of the curve by contributing to AI-specific chip design and potentially revolutionizing various fields through novel AI applications. If successful, this partnership could be a catalyst for advancements in both AI and chip manufacturing, impacting the global technological landscape.
Tokyo Electron becomes the 3rd largest company in Japan, over $100b in market capitalization. Anticipating the surge in demand for next-generation semiconductors, Tokyo Electron, a major player in the industry, is making a strategic move. The company is ramping up its R&D spending significantly over the next five years. This hefty investment will fuel the development of cutting-edge chip manufacturing tools, ensuring they stay ahead of the curve. This strategic focus on R&D positions Tokyo Electron to be a key contributor in the creation of the next generation of semiconductors.
In a move seen as critical to Japan's aspirations in the global chip race, the state-backed Japan Investment Corporation (JIC) is set to begin its $6 billion acquisition of JSR Corporation. JSR, a leading manufacturer of photoresists essential for advanced semiconductor production, will become private under this deal. This acquisition strengthens Japan's domestic chip manufacturing capabilities and lessens its dependence on foreign suppliers, potentially marking a turning point for the country's semiconductor ambitions.
Chip giant TSMC recently marked a milestone with the opening of its first chip fabrication plant in Kumamoto, Japan. This significant event on February 24th, 2024, signifies not only TSMC's global expansion strategy but also a boost for Japan's domestic semiconductor industry. The Kumamoto plant, a joint-venture with Japanese partners, is expected to begin mass production later this year, paving the way for future facilities and potentially solidifying Japan's position in the global chip race.
A beacon of hope for Japan's tech industry emerged recently with TSMC founder Morris Chang predicting a "chip renaissance" in the country. Chang, a titan in the semiconductor world, spoke at the opening ceremony of TSMC's first chip plant in Japan. This significant investment, coupled with Chang's optimistic outlook, suggests Japan is poised to reclaim its former glory in chipmaking, a sector it dominated in the 1980s.
Japan comes out as winner as US-China tensions creates division in global trade. As countries rapidly shift their supply chains and derisks from China. Funds that were invested in Taiwan, Hongkong and China have been shifting into Japan at record pace.
Japan invests $67 Billion to Regain Title of Global Chip Powerhouse, outspending China, US and Germany via. percentage of GDP on semiconductors.
The "BIG EIGHT" Japanese megacaps form RAPIDUS - by Toyota, Sony, NTT, NEC, Softbank, Denso, Kioxia (formerly Toshiba Memory Corporation), and Mitsubishi UFJ in partnership with IBM & IMEC. Rapidus aims to manufacture 2nm semiconductors for AI in Chitose City, Hokkaido.
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