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The new company Rapidus, which means “quick” in Latin, will work on developing next-generation, or “post-5G,” semiconductors.

Japan vies for 'last chance' as major global chip producer

Japan is investing 70 billion yen ($490 million) to beef up semiconductor development and production, setting up a consortium that brings together Toyota, Sony and other major companies

By YURI KAGEYAMA
Published - Nov 11, 2022, 12:12 AM ET
Last Updated - Jun 23, 2023, 04:07 PM EDT

TOKYO (AP) — Japan is investing almost half a billion dollars to beef up semiconductor development and production in a “last chance” attempt to keep its position as a major player on the global technology stage, the government said Friday. 

The new company Rapidus, which means “quick” in Latin, will work on developing next-generation, or “post-5G,” semiconductors, according to the Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry.  

These advanced chips will allow for smart gadgets and smart cities with high-speed sensors and transmission. The components have to be extremely thin — a fraction of a hair's breadth.  

The 70-billion-yen ($490-million) effort will involve working closely with major Japan ally the U.S. to bring together “the best and the brightest” from both nations, the ministry said in a statement.  

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