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European Union officials are considering a temporary pause on sanctions against Chinese chipmaker Yangzhou Yangjie Electronic Technology. This move follows urgent warnings from European car manufacturers about impending supply chain disruptions. The proposed exemption aims to provide industries breathing room to find alternative suppliers, addressing concerns that existing component stocks are dwindling rapidly.

Maharashtra is positioning itself as a nuclear energy hub to meet surging power demand from AI, data centers, and advanced manufacturing. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis invited American companies to invest, emphasizing nuclear power's role in stable, carbon-free electricity. The state aims to become a center for nuclear manufacturing and technology partnerships, exploring small modular reactors for industrial needs.

Taiwan's defense ministry reported Chinese military activity, with four aircraft and six naval vessels detected around the island. Three aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line. This follows a day of heightened activity, with 16 aircraft and eight vessels observed, 13 of which crossed the median line. These incursions underscore rising regional tensions.

According to data compiled by Bloomberg, Taiwan’s overall market capitalisation rose to $4.95 trillion as of Monday, while India’s market value declined to $4.92 trillion.

Prime Minister Modi's five-nation tour secured nearly $40 billion in investment, with over 50 global firms pledging fresh capital and expansion. Key sectors like semiconductors, defence, and energy saw significant commitments. India elevated ties with the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, and Italy, fostering strategic partnerships and boosting economic cooperation.

In a surprising move, the Trump administration announced in August 2026 that the U.S. government acquired a 10% stake in chipmaker Intel, valued at approximately $11 billion. This equity was reportedly secured in exchange for federal grants, with President Trump expressing satisfaction with the deal, which he believes strengthens American technological leadership.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns of US weaknesses in defense and supply chains. He announces a ten-year, $1.5 trillion initiative to invest in critical sectors. This plan targets advanced manufacturing, defense, energy, frontier technologies, and pharmaceuticals. Investors are watching closely as economic strength and national security become increasingly linked.

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Intel's CEO announced a significant breakthrough in chip manufacturing, with their next-generation 14A process set to rival TSMC's technology. The company's foundry business, crucial for its comeback, has overcome previous yield issues, now showing substantial monthly improvements. This efficiency is attracting major tech firms, with Intel poised to announce new partnerships soon.

Sanjay Mehrotra, is CEO of Micron Technology, the memory-chip giant that just crossed a market cap of $1 trillion to break into the top 10 US companies by valuation