US may block TSMC from making Xiaomi's chip

Xiaomi's new "XRING O1" chip, using TSMC's 3nm process, has raised concerns that the Trump administration may intervene, potentially banning TSMC from working with Xiaomi. The chip, a 3nm SoC developed by Xiaomi, marks a significant advancement in Chinese chip design. Its use of TSMC's advanced manufacturing process has prompted speculation about potential US export controls and restrictions on TSMC's collaboration with Xiaomi. This development follows Xiaomi's announcement of the "XRING O1" chip, placing them among the few companies globally capable of designing 3nm mobile SoCs. The chip's success could be seen as a win for China, but also a potential target for US scrutiny.