CHIP TECH
MIT physicists predict exotic form of matter with potential for quantum computing
Boston MA (SPX) Nov 19, 2024
MIT physicists have shown that it should be possible to create an exotic form of matter that could be manipulated to form the qubit (quantum bit) building blocks of future quantum computers that are ... more
US finalizes up to $6.6 bn funding for chip giant TSMC
Washington (AFP) Nov 15, 2024
The United States will award Taiwanese chip giant TSMC up to $6.6 billion in direct funding to help build several plants on US soil, officials said Friday, finalizing the deal before Donald Trump's administration enters the White House. ... more
China's top chipmaker reports surge in profits
Beijing (AFP) Nov 7, 2024
China's leading chipmaker SMIC announced Thursday a sharp rise in profits over the same period last year, despite a simmering rivalry between Beijing and Washington over vital technologies. ... more