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TSMC Faces Pressure to Keep Some Chip Tech in Taiwan. What That Means for Intel.

Clyde MorganTuesday, Mar 4, 2025 8:16 am ET
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The global semiconductor industry is facing significant geopolitical pressures, with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) at the center of the storm. As the world's leading chipmaker, tsmc is being pressured to maintain some of its most advanced chip technology in Taiwan, raising questions about the implications for its partnership with intel. This article explores the geopolitical factors influencing TSMC's decision-making process and the potential impact on Intel.

TSMC's dominance in the global chip market has made it a critical player in the global supply chain. Its advanced manufacturing processes, particularly the 2 nanometer (nm) and 3nm technologies, are in high demand for various applications, including artificial intelligence (AI) and 5G networks. However, TSMC's decision to expand its production capacity in the United States has raised concerns about the potential loss of Taiwan's "Silicon Shield," a theory that TSMC's crucial role in global chip manufacturing would prevent China from invading or spur other countries to rush to its aid in the event of war.

The U.S. government has been lobbying TSMC to build plants in the United States for years, with the Biden administration's CHIPS Act providing $39 billion in federal funding for semiconductor manufacturing. TSMC's recent announcement of a $100 billion investment in the U.S. over the next four years, on top of its previous $65 billion commitment, has been hailed as a significant victory for the U.S. government's efforts to boost domestic chip production. However, TSMC's decision to maintain its most advanced chip technology in Taiwan has raised concerns about the potential impact on its partnership with Intel.

Intel, the world's largest chipmaker by revenue, has struggled with manufacturing technology in recent years. The company's decision to outsource some of its production needs to TSMC has raised questions about the potential for a deeper collaboration between the two companies. However, experts warn that such a move could pose risks, including cultural misalignment, internal resistance at Intel, and potential technology leakage. TSMC's decision to maintain its most advanced chip technology in Taiwan could exacerbate these risks, as it may limit Intel's access to the most cutting-edge manufacturing processes.



The geopolitical factors influencing TSMC's decision-making process are likely to evolve and continue impacting both TSMC and Intel in the future. As U.S.-China tensions persist, TSMC may face ongoing pressure to expand its U.S. presence and diversify its production locations. Meanwhile, Intel's struggles and the potential for collaboration between the two companies could shape the competitive landscape in the global semiconductor industry. Technological advancements and market demands will also play a crucial role in determining TSMC's strategic decisions.

In conclusion, TSMC's decision to maintain some of its most advanced chip technology in Taiwan has significant implications for its partnership with Intel. The geopolitical factors influencing TSMC's decision-making process are likely to evolve and continue impacting both companies in the future. As the global semiconductor industry faces increasing geopolitical pressures, TSMC and Intel must navigate a complex landscape to maintain their competitive edge and ensure the security of their supply chains.
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DanielBeuthner
03/04
$INTC Has dropped around $5 from yesterday's high—pretty wild.
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BloodForThCursedIdol
03/04
@DanielBeuthner What’s your take on the market volatility lately?
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rbrar33
03/04
$TSM to all the clowns who said sell the news. You have no idea what that means. It's been going down since January. The news didn't affect it beforehand. That's why you're clowns.
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sesriously
03/04
@rbrar33 How long you been holding $TSM? Curious if you're thinking long-term or just riding the dip.
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BrianNice23
03/04
$TSM No need to think the $100 Billion will weaken the company. I'll stick with what's already happened. In 2021, TSMC said they'd spend $100 Billion over three years to boost capacity, all from their own funds. This is on top of the $65 Billion they've already promised for U.S. projects, making it a total of $165 Billion.
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LarryKingsGhost
03/04
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03/04
$INTC I'm really regretting not selling earlier so many gains have slipped away now it's pretty obvious that buying now is a good option lame
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racoontosser
03/04
$INTC Wow, Mr. President, what's happening? The whole economy is falling apart...
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liano
03/04
$TSM If it hits $184 today I'm heading out for Walleye fishing
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03/04
@liano How long you planning to hold $TSM if it hits $184?
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03/04
$INTC totally kissing up to TSMC to dodge tariffs They're not building anything just brown-nosing the Mussolini dude
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03/04
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03/04
TSMC's moves got me thinking about diversification. Time to rebalance my portfolio, maybe snag some $AMD on the side.
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