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Re:TSMC to build second Japan chip factory, raising investme... by randomcarbloke on Wednesday February 07, 2024 @10:24AM (#39289634)
They didn't lose it, they volunteered it, supporting not only the embargo but the spirit of the embargo...rightfully.

Opening a factory in the USA means jeopardizing the safety of Taiwan to some extent, they were all for it, and as far as I know as of late last year was reading to begin staffing and production, however the US administration backed off their enthusiasm and support leaving the factory stranded, an absolute fucking catastrophe.

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Re:TSMC to build second Japan chip factory, raising investme... by Rapzid on Wednesday February 07, 2024 @03:04PM (#39293554)
> Opening a factory in the USA means jeopardizing the safety of Taiwan to some extent

It doesn't which is why they are all for it. Diversifying TSMCs production base geographically weakens China's hand.

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Re:TSMC to build second Japan chip factory, raising investme... by kavalg on Thursday February 08, 2024 @04:25AM (#39299987)
but also weakens Taiwan's value from US' perspective.
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