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Beijing's chip advance, from equipment to AI, threatens Seoul's tech stronghold

Lillian Chen, Taipei; Levi Li, DIGITIMES Asia Saturday 13 September 2025 0

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South Korea's chipmakers are raising red flags as China accelerates in equipment, materials, components, and AI semiconductors. Analysts warn Beijing is no longer just closing the gap but could soon pull ahead, threatening South Korea's long-standing...

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