Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) has announced that it will begin production of a new chip manufacturing technology called “A16” in the second half of 2026. This technology will enable the delivery of power to computing chips from the backside of the chip, which will enhance the performance of artificial intelligence chips.
During a conference in Santa Clara, California, TSMC’s co-Chief Operating Officer Y.J. Mii highlighted this development as significant, stating that it will further solidify TSMC’s position in the competitive landscape against U.S. rival Intel. Currently, TSMC is the largest contract manufacturer of chips for companies like Nvidia, known for producing the world’s fastest chips. However, Intel has plans to surpass TSMC in producing faster chips with its “14A” technology in 2026.
The competition between the two companies is likely to intensify as they strive to push the boundaries of chip performance and innovation in the coming years. The advancements made by TSMC and Intel in chip manufacturing technology will have far-reaching implications for the future of computing and artificial intelligence. With faster chips, computers and AI systems will be able to process more data and perform more complex tasks at a much faster rate, leading to significant advancements in fields such as medicine, finance, and transportation.
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