China’s Chipmaking Breakthrough: Racing the Semiconductor Clock
Can China really outsmart US sanctions, or is this just another mirage in the desert of semiconductor dreams?
China claims a significant leap in chipmaking technology despite the tightening grip of US sanctions. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) recently announced the development of a domestic immersion lithography machine capable of 65nm resolution, a notable improvement over the previous 90nm machines from Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment (SMEE).
While it still lags behind global leaders like ASML Holding, whose machines reach an impressive 8nm, China’s progress hints at a potential future where it might close the technology gap. As SMEE and other firms race to build more advanced chipmaking gear, the stakes are high—especially for AI and other cutting-edge sectors dependent on next-gen semiconductors.
The question remains: can China truly achieve tech self-sufficiency, or will it remain under the shadow of US export restrictions? What does this mean for the future of tech geopolitics?
Read the full article on Bloomberg.
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