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TSMC tech leak in Taiwan highlights high stakes in global battle for chip supremacy
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At least two TSMC employees had been flagged for suspiciously accessing sensitive information.
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- TSMC faces a probe into the alleged theft of sensitive 2nm process data, potentially harming customer trust and Taiwan's tech leadership.
- The theft involves employees allegedly taking photos of confidential data, raising questions about possible links to Japan or China.
- Analysts urge stronger security and legal protections in Taiwan's semiconductor industry to prevent future leaks and manage national security risks.
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TAIPEI – An alleged trade secret leak targeting Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology’s (TSMC) most advanced technology has underscored the critical need for robust security measures in a sector where competition is fierce and the stakes are high.
The alleged theft of sensitive information related to the company’s next-generation 2-nanometre (nm) process could erode not just customer confidence but also pose risks to Taiwan’s strategic technological leadership, analysts said.