Trump’s push to repeal CHIPS Act puts Samsung at greatest risk

In his first congressional address of his second term, US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to repealing the CHIPS and Science Act, a policy shift that has unsettled South Korea’s semiconductor industry. Analysts suggest that while a full repeal may face legislative hurdles, the administration could still use regulatory reviews to scale back subsidies, putting pressure on companies like Samsung Electronics.

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C.C. Wei-Trump meeting highlights Taiwan’s irreplaceable semiconductor role, says TSMC supplier Gudeng Precision

On March 3, 2025, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) Chairman C.C. Wei met with US President Donald Trump at the White House, where both parties announced that TSMC would increase its investment in the United States by at least US$100 billion. The investment includes the construction of three new wafer fabs, two packaging plants, and one R&D center.

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TIMTOS 2025: Turvo showcases advanced planetary gear reducers and AI server UQD couplers, eye double-digit growth

At the 2025 Taipei International Machine Tool Show (TIMTOS), a leading global event held from March 3 to 8, Turvo International, a specialist in precision metal components, is showcasing its advanced solutions for smart manufacturing. Among the highlights are the proprietary TUF ONE planetary gear reducer and the GP200 and GP300 liquid-cooled universal quick disconnect (UQD) couplers, designed for AI server applications.

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