Business · 10 August 2026

Sony and TSMC to spend $6.3 billion on next-gen sensor chips

The joint venture, set to start commercial production in Japan's Kumamoto prefecture by 2029, was announced by Sony and TSMC in May. The venture aims to combine Sony's sensor design with TSMC's manufacturing expertise. They plan to target "physical AI" applications in cars and robotics, as well as current smartphone sensors.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 August 2026 at 15:26

Reported by finance.yahoo.com · How we write briefs

Get the app

More briefs

BusinessIceland supermarket boss tells the Chancellor to cut business taxes for employers BusinessNorwich trains face disruption in September and October for rail works BusinessEngland's free bus pass age will rise to 67 by April 2028 BusinessBritish tourist visits to Japan up 40.8% since 2019 TechnologyGoogle paying £260m to settle UK Play Store developer lawsuit BusinessSnack makers warn new UK rules could undo years of reformulation work More business stories → Browse all stories →