美政府想拿补助款换入股？台积电称“不回答假性议题”，岛内网民：一步步变美积电

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. government is considering acquiring stakes in semiconductor companies, including Intel, Micron, TSMC, and Samsung, in exchange for cash subsidies under the "Chip Act" [1][2]. Group 1: U.S. Government Actions - The U.S. Commerce Secretary is exploring how to exchange cash subsidies for equity stakes in semiconductor firms [1]. - The Trump administration previously emphasized attracting companies to invest in the U.S. through subsidies and high tariffs [2]. - The "Chip Act," promoted during Biden's presidency, requires actual execution progress for fund disbursement, with TSMC and GlobalWafers being the only companies currently receiving funds [2]. Group 2: Industry Reactions - TSMC declined to comment on hypothetical issues regarding U.S. equity stakes [2]. - Micron and Samsung have not responded to inquiries about whether they received requests from the White House [2]. - There is a growing concern among Taiwanese netizens about the implications of U.S. investments in TSMC, with some expressing fears of U.S. dominance over Taiwanese companies [3][4][5]. Group 3: Economic Implications - The potential $300 billion investment by TSMC in Arizona is expected to significantly impact Taiwan's economy, reducing its development momentum and autonomy [6]. - Criticism has been directed at the Taiwanese government for its perceived failure to protect local industries and for facilitating U.S. interests at the expense of Taiwan's economic well-being [6].