Semiconductor in Flux: Past Disruptions and Emerging Trends in Chip Industry
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https://doi.org/10.56472/ICCSAIML25-128Keywords:
Chip, Integrated circuit (IC), Chip shortage, Advanced Packaging, Semiconductor, CHIPS Act, Semiconductor EcosystemAbstract
Semiconductors or chips are the backbone of the digital economy, enabling advancements across industries such as consumer electronics, industrial automation, telecommunications, and healthcare. In 2024, global semiconductor sales exceeded $600 billion, and projecting growth beyond $1 trillion by 2030. This growth is driven by artificial intelligence (AI). Despite their ubiquity, semiconductor production involves intricate processes requiring advanced manufacturing techniques and globally distributed supply chains. The 2020–2023 chip shortage highlighted systemic vulnerabilities, underscoring the need for resilient supply chains and strategic investments in manufacturing capabilities. This review examines the semiconductor ecosystem, addressing its design, fabrication, packaging, and distribution stages while exploring emerging trends across the globe. By contextualizing these developments, this work emphasizes the pivotal role of semiconductors as critical technological and strategic assets shaping our today’s world
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