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Why are chips so important?

Chips are the tiny brains inside almost all modern electronics, from your phone to supercomputers. They process information, making devices function. The demand for increasingly powerful and specialised chips, especially for AI, is driving massive investment and competition among tech giants. Control over chip technology and production is therefore a key strategic advantage for countries and companies alike.

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