Rapidus reduces investments in 2nm technology in the USA

Rapidus, the Japanese company aiming to compete in the next-generation semiconductor sector, has scaled back its Research and Development programs in the United States related to 2nm technology. The decision, which came earlier than expected, raises concerns about the timeline and the availability of capital needed to carry out such ambitious projects.

The competition in the semiconductor market is increasingly fierce, with companies around the world investing heavily to develop increasingly powerful and efficient chips. 2nm technology represents a significant step forward, but requires massive investments in equipment, specialized personnel and infrastructure.

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