TSMC, the leading chip foundry, held the "First tool-in" ceremony for its Arizona wafer plant in the United States. Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed at the ceremony that Apple will purchase TSMC's Arizona new plant. Chips manufactured by the factory became the first customers of the factory, which is an important step to reduce the company's dependence on Asian manufacturing.
Chip foundry leader TSMC held the "First tool-in" ceremony for its 5nm plant in Arizona on Tuesday, US time. Important customers such as Apple, Huida, and Super Micro were invited to give speeches during the ceremony.
Cook said that Apple cooperates with TSMC to manufacture chips to provide power for the company's products around the world. As TSMC invests in and builds factories in the United States, it looks forward to expanding production in the next few years. The chips produced can be proudly printed with "USA Manufacturing" label.
Cook also pointed out that today's first batch of equipment arriving at the factory is an important moment, and it is only the beginning. Apple combines TSMC's expertise with the unparalleled creativity of American workers, and is investing in a stronger and brighter future. TSMC is in the Arizona desert. Plant the seeds that are made in the USA, and Apple is proud to help nurture and grow them.
