AMD to Manufacture Chips in U.S. for First Time

AMD has announced plans to produce its key processor chips at TSMC's new facility in Arizona, marking the first time AMD's products will be manufactured in the United States. This strategic move comes amid U.S.-China trade tensions and potential tariffs on semiconductor imports as the Trump administration investigates national security threats posed by these imports. AMD's fifth-generation EPYC CPUs, designed for data centers, will be among the first products manufactured at the new site. This decision aligns with similar moves by tech giants like Nvidia, which is also expanding production in Arizona and Texas to meet the growing demand for AI infrastructure. AMD's CEO, Lisa Su, highlighted the importance of a resilient supply chain that includes both the U.S. and Taiwan. The expansion in the U.S. is part of AMD's broader strategy to strengthen its supply chain resilience and boost its manufacturing capabilities in collaboration with TSMC and other partners.