Silicon Sieges

Name: Silicon Sieges
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ISBN: 9789347436055

How Semiconductors Became the New Oil

Hana Kobori

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English

VIJ Books (India) Pty Ltd
05 February 2026

Central government policies; Political economy; Information technology industries; Electronic devices & materials

Global headlines report massive investments in chip factories while highlighting repeated shortages, underscoring how deeply microchips shape modern life. Yet behind each cutting-edge device stands a precarious network of precision engineering, costly fabrication, and international manoeuvring. Discover the real power structure hiding inside seemingly mundane chips, and how entire economies hinge on the decisions of only a handful of corporations and governments.

This in-depth exploration uncovers why the semiconductor supply chain extends far beyond factory floors, tracing how TSMC foundry dominance, EUV lithography advancements, and evolving technology policy combine to restructure global business and diplomatic ties. Detailed insights show how chip export controls determine access to advanced capabilities, while industrial policy chips unfold an intriguing picture of national competition. Along the way, strategies for supply chain resilience and tackling advanced node semiconductors emerge, exposing vulnerabilities and potential paths forward.

From discussions of Chinese decoupling efforts to a deeper look at semiconductor industry analysis, readers come away equipped with a clear understanding of the high-stakes decisions that will shape our technological tomorrow. Ideal for policymakers, engineers, business leaders, and curious minds, this book illuminates the logic behind the rush to master chip production and control a core resource few fully grasp. Gain perspective on the forces that will guide future breakthroughs, potential divisions, and innovation triumphs in an industry that touches everyone.

By: Hana Kobori
Imprint: VIJ Books (India) Pty Ltd
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 304g
ISBN: 9789347436055
ISBN 10: 9347436054
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 05 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Raised amid shifting global technology landscapes, Hana Kobori developed an early fascination with the hidden gears of innovation. Over the years, she has engaged with engineers, policymakers, and business strategists to map the interplay between modern electronics and geopolitical currents. Deeply curious about how theoretical breakthroughs move from the lab to large-scale production, she has researched the cascading effects of supply-chain vulnerabilities. Driven by a mission to promote transparent, responsible tech, her work often highlights the human side of engineering marvels. In exploring semiconductors beyond just chips, she points to their role in shaping modern society's power dynamics. Hana weaves historical context into her writing, illustrating how prior battles for resources prefigure today's semiconductor struggles. She believes in equipping both experts and lay readers with clear, real-world perspectives, so they can participate more fully in debates that guide our shared technological future.