Core Insights - TSMC and Samsung are set to produce the industry's most advanced 2nm chips in the second half of this year, leading to intensified competition for orders [1] - TSMC has already begun receiving 2nm orders and is expected to produce them at its Hsinchu and Kaohsiung facilities, utilizing GAA architecture for the first time, which is projected to enhance performance by 10% to 15% and reduce power consumption by 25% to 30% [1] - TSMC's 2nm clients include major companies such as Apple, Nvidia, AMD, Qualcomm, and MediaTek, with MediaTek's CEO hinting at a product design completion by September [1] - Samsung aims to start 2nm chip production in the second half of the year, likely for its new Galaxy S26 flagship device, but its yield rate is reportedly lower than TSMC's [1] - TSMC's 2nm yield has surpassed 60%, while Samsung's yield is around 40%, posing a challenge for Samsung in attracting orders from tech giants [1][2] Company Strategies - Samsung, despite being the first to produce 3nm chips using GAA architecture, has faced challenges with low yield rates and is now focusing on improving its 2nm yield based on previous experiences [2] - To enhance its competitive edge in advanced processes, Samsung has recruited Margaret Han, a former TSMC employee, to lead its foundry division [2]