Fixing Semiconductor Shortage Isn’t As Easy As Building New Foundries

The video discusses the challenges in semiconductor production, including high costs and long lead times. It explains the complex process of making wafers and chips, which involves significant investment and time. The US is taking steps to boost its semiconductor supply chain, with new fabs being built and policy recommendations being reviewed. However, global competition remains fierce, with countries like Taiwan, China, and the EU also investing heavily in semiconductor production.

What is one of the main challenges in increasing chip supply?

• Building small factories quickly

• Simplifying the photography process

• Constructing mega factories known as fabs

• Reducing the cost of silica sand

What analogy is used to describe the process of designing and constructing wafers?

• A construction site

• A bakery with various orders

• A photography studio

• A painting workshop

What action did President Joe Biden take to boost semiconductor production?

• Signed a trade agreement

• Issued an executive order

• Launched a new semiconductor company

• Reduced taxes on chip imports

Which company is investing in new fabs in Arizona?

• Intel

• NVIDIA

• Samsung

• Qualcomm

What is a significant challenge for the US in shoring up semiconductor supply?

• Increasing domestic production to 50%

• Reducing the cost of production

• Eliminating all foreign competition

• Diversifying chip import sources