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South Korea sends ‘Iran warning’ to Samsung and other chipmakers

South Korea has now issued a warning to its semiconductor industry, including giants like Samsung and SK Hynix about the potential disruptions stemming from the escalating war between US-Israel and Iran. According to a report by Reuters, the ruling party lawmaker Kim-Young-bae said that the executives raised concerns over sourcing critical chip-making materials from the…

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China adds new rule for chipmakers as part of its ‘Whole Nation’ approach and the ‘reason’ once again is America

China has reportedly issued a new mandate under which domestic chipmakers will be required to source at least 50% of their equipment from local suppliers. Insiders describe the move as a core component of President Xi Jinping’s ‘Whole Nation’ approach to technology, and it is seen as is a direct response to tightening US export…

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