Sony, TSMC Deal Brings Japan Chipmaking Investment to $37bn
pstAsiatech · x · 2026-08-13
A new deal between Sony and TSMC brings total overseas investment in Japan's chipmaking sector to $37 billion. While Tokyo's subsidies play a role, the powerful draw of US tech and AI giants is the primary driver behind these massive investments.
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