** TSMC Faces Technology Restrictions Amid US-China Tensions: Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs has confirmed that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) cannot produce 2-nanometer chips abroad due to the country's technology protection rules. This move is in response to concerns about Trump's re-election and potential restrictions on China's tech industry. However, experts say this won't significantly affect TSMC's partnership with the US. ** Source: https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/biz/archives/2024/11/08/2003826545