TSMC Said to Suspend Work for Chinese Chip Startup Biren Amid US Curbs

The video discusses the escalating tech clash between the US and China, focusing on recent US restrictions on chip technology exports to China. These restrictions have significant implications for the global tech supply chain, particularly affecting Chinese chip designers like TSMC. The video highlights the broader geopolitical tensions, with countries being forced to choose sides between the US and China. The US has been aggressive in its policies, aiming to limit China's access to advanced technologies, especially those with potential military applications. This situation is creating a divide in the global tech industry.

What recent action did the Biden administration take regarding chip technology?

• They allowed free trade of chip technology with China.

• They partnered with China for chip development.

• They imposed new restrictions on chip technology exports to China.

• They increased exports to China.

How has the global tech supply chain been affected by the new restrictions?

• It has become more integrated.

• It has split into two distinct parts.

• It has remained unchanged.

• It has become more dependent on China.

What is a significant challenge for China's tech industry due to the restrictions?

• Lack of access to raw materials.

• Inability to build a domestic chip industry.

• Shortage of skilled labor.

• Overproduction of chips.

Which administrations have been aggressive towards China regarding tech policies?

• Only the Biden administration.

• Both the Biden and Trump administrations.

• Only the Trump administration.

• Neither administration.

What are allied countries being forced to decide due to the US-China tech clash?

• Whether to increase their own chip production.

• Whether to develop new technologies independently.

• Whether to stop all tech exports.

• Whether to align with the US or continue business with China.