More Apple chips could be made in US thanks to TSMC & Intel joint venture

Apple could benefit from more chip fab availability in the United States in the coming years thanks to a joint venture that will bring TSMC talent to Intel foundries.Apple's A16 is being made in ArizonaThe preliminary agreement between the competitors will give TSMC a 20% stake in the combined company, while Intel and other semiconductor companies will own the majority of shares. TSMC will bring talent and manufacturing methods to teach American employees and get the US-based Intel foundries running.The report comes from The Information and was detailed by MacRumors. Discussions are still underway between Intel and TSMC, but ideally it will mean making more TSMC chips in the United States. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apr 4, 2025 - 02:15
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More Apple chips could be made in US thanks to TSMC & Intel joint venture
Apple could benefit from more chip fab availability in the United States in the coming years thanks to a joint venture that will bring TSMC talent to Intel foundries.

Illustration of Apple's A16 chip, showing a grid-like pattern with various rectangular sections, in a purple gradient background.
Apple's A16 is being made in Arizona

The preliminary agreement between the competitors will give TSMC a 20% stake in the combined company, while Intel and other semiconductor companies will own the majority of shares. TSMC will bring talent and manufacturing methods to teach American employees and get the US-based Intel foundries running.

The report comes from The Information and was detailed by MacRumors. Discussions are still underway between Intel and TSMC, but ideally it will mean making more TSMC chips in the United States.


Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums