The European Union has approved an €8.1bn state aid package to fund the development of chips, sensors, processors, and more, with a focus on resource-efficient technologies to enhance the bloc's microelectronics and communications sector. The initiative spans over 14 member states and aims to advance 5G/6G telecoms, autonomous driving, AI, and quantum computing. Private investment of €13.7bn is expected, bringing the total impact to €22bn. The EU's Chips Act will increase semiconductor chip production, targeting 20% of the global market share by 2030.
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