Jing Ji Ri Bao·2025-09-30 23:02Core Insights - The U.S. government is actively working to increase domestic chip production capacity, with Intel and TSMC establishing advanced manufacturing sites in Arizona [1] - Intel's new factory in Arizona will produce chips using the Intel 18A (1.8nm) process, expected to start shipping by the end of 2025, solidifying its position in advanced semiconductor manufacturing [1] - The Intel Tech Tour (ITT) event, now in its fourth year, was held in Arizona for the first time, symbolizing the significance of the new factory and the Intel 18A process [1] Group 1: Intel Developments - Intel's first product using the Intel 18A process will be the AI PC processor Panther Lake, expected to start shipping by the end of this year [2] - The Intel 18A process utilizes RibbonFET GAA transistor architecture to enhance density and performance, and introduces PowerVia back power delivery technology [2] - Another product, the Clearwater Forest server processor, will also use the Intel 18A process and is planned for release in the first half of 2026, featuring the new Foveros Direct 3D advanced packaging technology [2] Group 2: TSMC Developments - TSMC's Arizona facility is set to begin mass production using 4nm process technology in Q4 2024, with plans for a second factory to adopt 3nm technology [2] - Construction has begun on a third TSMC facility, which will utilize 2nm and A16 (1.6nm) process technologies, with considerations to accelerate production timelines [2] - TSMC has plans for four to six additional factories in Arizona [2]