Samsung Electronics Plans to Rename Its Second-Generation 3nm Process to ‘2nm’
Chinese foundries in the semiconductor industry are facing challenges due to overexpansion, while Samsung Electronics plans to rename its second-generation 3nm process to the ‘2nm’ process, with mass production expected to commence in the second half of 2024. Samsung’s rebranding aims to enhance marketing efforts for its foundry services, and the move to consolidate the 2nd-gen 3nm and 2nm processes suggests accelerated mass production of 2nm chips. Intel’s advanced process technology roadmap also demonstrates intense competition within the semiconductor industry, with both Samsung and Intel vying for leadership in advanced process technologies.
TSMC Announces Delay in Deployment of Second Fab in Arizona
TSMC, the world’s leading foundry, has announced a delay in the deployment of its second fab in Arizona, citing uncertainties with demand and U.S. government decisions concerning subsidies. The company stated that the deployment of the fab will be delayed…