News Summary

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has initiated legal action and fired employees following the detection of a data breach concerning its 2nm chip technology. This technology is crucial for the production of Apple’s A20 chips, set to power the iPhone 18 lineup. The breach was discovered through TSMC’s internal monitoring systems, leading to the detention of three individuals under Taiwan’s national security law. This incident represents a significant case under the updated National Security Act, which protects advanced technologies as ‘National Core Critical Technologies.’ TSMC is collaborating with Taiwanese authorities to prevent future breaches, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy towards any attempts to compromise its trade secrets.