Chip War

Chris Miller's "Chip War" delivers a gripping account of the global struggle for semiconductor dominance, tracing the intricate history and profound geopolitical implications of these foundational technologies. From the invention of the integrated circuit to the cutting-edge fabrication plants of today, Miller illuminates how semiconductors became the indispensable engines of modern life, powering everything from smartphones to advanced weaponry. The book meticulously details the fierce competition and strategic maneuvering between key players like the United States, China, and Taiwan, as they battle for control over the design, manufacturing, and supply chains of these critical components. "Chip War" is a vital narrative that unpacks the economic leverage, national security imperatives, and inherent vulnerabilities in this high-stakes technological race, ultimately revealing how semiconductors have emerged as the new currency of global power and the linchpin of 21st-century prosperity and conflict.