Taiwan Semiconductor

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is a leading semiconductor foundry headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Founded in 1987, TSMC is the world's largest dedicated independent semiconductor foundry, providing manufacturing services for a wide range of semiconductor companies.

TSMC specializes in the manufacturing of integrated circuits (ICs) using advanced process technologies. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of process technologies, ranging from older nodes such as 180nm to advanced nodes like 5nm and beyond. TSMC's process technologies enable the production of various semiconductor devices, including application processors, graphics processors, memory chips, and system-on-chips (SoCs) for mobile devices, computers, consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications.

As a foundry, TSMC operates on a business model where it manufactures chips for companies that design them but do not have their own fabrication facilities. TSMC collaborates closely with its customers, providing them with design support and manufacturing expertise to bring their semiconductor designs to production.

TSMC has a strong reputation for its manufacturing capabilities, technological leadership, and commitment to research and development. The company invests heavily in advanced manufacturing processes and facilities to stay at the forefront of semiconductor technology. TSMC's manufacturing facilities in Taiwan are among the most advanced and largest in the world.

The company plays a crucial role in the global semiconductor supply chain and serves a diverse customer base, including fabless semiconductor companies, integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), and system companies. TSMC's products are used in a wide range of applications, powering devices that are essential to modern life.