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TSMC denies exploring 3D DRAM production at Nvidia's request

TSMC has denied reports that it is exploring the production of 3D DRAM at the request of Nvidia. The chip manufacturer stated that its focus remains on its core business as a logic foundry. While a report suggested TSMC was preparing plans for 3D DRAM manufacturing, the company maintains its commitment to providing trusted technology and capacity for the global logic IC industry. AI

IMPACT This denial suggests that the supply chain for AI hardware remains focused on logic foundries, with DRAM production continuing to be handled by specialized memory manufacturers.

RANK_REASON The article discusses a denial of a report about a potential new business venture for TSMC, rather than an actual product release or significant industry event.

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TSMC denies exploring 3D DRAM production at Nvidia's request

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 (CA) · Anton Shilov ·

    TSMC denies exploring 3D DRAM at Nvidia's request

    Nvidia reportedly asks TSMC to produce '3D DRAM' to address memory shortages.