➀ Taiwan Semiconductor has introduced the first product in its new series of SUPER CLAMP Snapback TVS devices;
➁ The devices feature a superior 1.0 to 1.05 clamping ratio and protect circuits at a much higher peak pulse current;
➂ The 24V LTD7524CAH is the first in the series, providing a peak power rating of 7700W and designed to clamp repetitive transients of up to 300V peak.
➀ TSMC faces challenges due to Trump's tariffs and the potential for additional taxes from the US government.
➁ The Taiwanese semiconductor industry is under pressure to establish more fabs in the US.
➂ Taiwanese fabs like TSMC and United Microelectronics Corporation are struggling with the dual pressures of US tariffs and competition from Chinese mainland fabs.
➃ Taiwanese fabless companies like MediaTek are adapting to geopolitical risks and exploring new markets.
➄ South Korea's semiconductor industry is facing challenges from Chinese competitors and US tariffs.
➅ Both Taiwan and South Korea are seeking a balance between technological innovation and supply chain security.
➀ The U.S. Department of Commerce is investigating TSMC for potentially producing AI or smartphone chips for Huawei.
➁ TSMC responds that the company is a law-abiding enterprise committed to complying with all applicable rules and regulations, including export controls.
➂ There is a possibility that Huawei may have purchased chips from TSMC under different company names or through intermediary companies, and it is being investigated whether TSMC conducted due diligence on customers (KYC) when accepting orders.
