Doug Sparks, CEO of M2N Technologies, joins The Siliconimist on this episode, and shares his first-hand experience of over 14 years working inside China’s semiconductor industry. We talk about the complexities, strategic ambitions, and behind-the-scenes stories of China’s push for semiconductor self-sufficiency, the impact of US export controls, and the future of global tech competition.
In this episode:
How an American executive ended up managing semiconductor fabs in China
The evolution of China’s semiconductor goals from self-sufficiency to supply chain independence
The influence of Big Fund initiatives on China’s industry growth
The effects of US sanctions on China’s technological development and acquisition strategies
China’s ongoing push for advanced nodes and alternative lithography methods
The potential for a stable US-China semiconductor balance and future innovation pathways
Resources & Links:
A Decade in the Chinese Semiconductor Industry, An American Story (Amazon Affiliate Link)
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