Despite US sanctions, Chinese companies are closing in on a major semiconductor breakthrough. Huawei and SMIC plan to roll out 5-nanometer smartphone chips this year, challenging US efforts to limit their tech access. These chips might be pricier and less efficient, but they signify China’s push for technological independence. Since October 2022, US chip restrictions […]
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