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The US is worried China could have a top-spec chipmaking machine despite export restrictions, but the machine maker ASML…The US is reportedly concerned that ASML, the sole manufacturer of advanced chipmaking machines, may have supplied its top-tier EUV machines to China, despite export restrictions. ASML denies these claims, stating no EUV machines are in China, while US officials claim to have evidence to the contrary. The potential presence of such technology in China could significantly advance its chipmaking capabilities, narrowing the gap with Western companies.
Elon Musk speaks to ASML CEO and employees ahead of SpaceX IPOElon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, recently praised ASML, a key supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, calling it "arguably the greatest company in Europe." This comes as SpaceX prepares for a record-setting $80 billion IPO and seeks to secure more chips for its operations. Musk's comments were made privately at ASML's annual technology conference.
Samsung is cashing in on the memory crisis, as it estimates profits of over 8 times this period last yearSamsung Electronics has released its first quarter 2026 earnings guidance, projecting consolidated sales of 133 trillion Korean won ($88.6 billion) and an operating profit of 57.2 trillion Korean won. This significant increase in profit, attributed to the ongoing memory crisis driven by AI demand, represents an over eight-fold increase compared to the first quarter of 2025. The company is also investing heavily in advanced manufacturing, including ordering EUV machines from ASML to boost production capacity for DRAM and HBM4.
How to make your very own semiconductor-class cleanroom in a wooden shed and build your own chips, well kindaA DIY enthusiast has constructed a Class 100 semiconductor cleanroom within a backyard wooden shed using common materials and HEPA filters to maintain positive air pressure. While this setup achieves the necessary air purity for chip manufacturing, the article highlights the prohibitive cost and complexity of acquiring the actual chip-making tools, which run into billions of dollars, making home chip fabrication impractical.