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[–] 77 points 2 days ago (8 children)

Yes, all computer parts should be made by one company on an internationally disputed island. What could go wrong?

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  • [–] 55 points 2 days ago (1 child)

    It's an interesting strategy if you're Taiwan.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicon_shield

    Silicon shield is the principle in geopolitical relations regarding Chinese unification that the semiconductor industry in Taiwan is important enough to global economic prosperity that it would deter an attempt by China to seize Taiwan by force, and if not would induce foreign powers, particularly the United States, to defend Taiwan in order to preserve the stability of the semiconductor supply chain.

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  • [–] 8 points 1 day ago (2 children)

    They also have a factory in Arizona.

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