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Category: Commerce Department
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Biden’s Semiconductor Plan Bets on Federal Aid to Change Corporate Behavior
The New York Times – Business:The administration says the conditions it has attached to $40 billion in new subsidies will help U.S. semiconductor makers compete globally. Some economists disagree.
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What is in the CHIPS Act, Aimed at Childcare Expansion and National Security
The New York Times – Business:A sprawling new program for the semiconductor industry is foremost about national security, but it will try to advance other priorities as well
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The CHIPS Act Is About More Than Chips: Here’s What’s in It
The New York Times – Business:A sprawling new program for the semiconductor industry is foremost about national security, but it will try to advance other priorities as well
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How Biden Is Seeking to Reshape Business via the CHIPS Act
The New York Times – Business:Big strings are attached to funding for chip makers, meant to bolster Democratic priorities including child care for workers and discouragement of stock buybacks.
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Biden Administration to Impose Financial Restrictions for Chip Makers
The New York Times – Business:Guidelines to be released Tuesday will include firm financial requirements to try to ensure that chip makers don’t waste federal money.
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Chip Makers Turn Cutthroat in Fight for Share of Federal Money
The New York Times – Business:Semiconductor companies, which united to get the CHIPS Act approved, have set off a lobbying frenzy as they argue for more cash than their competitors.
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How Arizona Is Positioning Itself for $52 Billion to the Chips Industry
The New York Times – Business:The state has become a hub for chip makers including Intel and TSMC, as the government prepares to release a gusher of funds for the strategic industry.
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U.S. Blacklists 6 Chinese Entities Involved in Spy Balloon Programs
The New York Times – Business:The action to cut off five Chinese companies and a research institute from American parts and technologies is part of the Biden administration’s response to the balloon it shot down last week.
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U.S. Courts India as Technology Partner to Counter China
The New York Times – Business:American and Indian officials are working toward new partnerships in defense technology, advanced telecom and semiconductors.
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U.S. Economy Grew at 2.9% Annual Rate in Fourth Quarter
The New York Times – Business:Activity at the end of last year showed the resilience of American consumers and businesses in the face of rising inflation and interest rates.