In a conference held in Santa Clara, California, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) announced that a new chip manufacturing technology called “A16” will be entering production in the second half of 2026. This technology will enable the delivery of power to computing chips from the backside of the chip, leading to faster artificial intelligence chips. TSMC has been in competition with U.S. rival Intel in this area.
TSMC is currently the world’s largest contract manufacturer of chips, producing chips for companies like Nvidia. They are known for making the fastest chips in the world. However, Intel has announced their “14A” technology, which they believe will surpass TSMC’s speed in 2026.
This new development by TSMC is significant in the semiconductor industry, as it highlights the advancements in chip manufacturing technology. The competition between TSMC and Intel indicates the fierce rivalry and innovation present in the sector. It will be interesting to see how these developments shape the future of chip manufacturing and artificial intelligence.