
TSMC's first European chip design centre to be established in Munich | AI News Digest
TSMC, the world's leading chip contract manufacturer, is set to establish its first European chip design center in Munich, aiming to enhance collaboration with European clients. The European Union Design Center (EUDC) will focus on developing chip designs for production by TSMC and its joint venture, ESMC. Scheduled to open in Q3 2025, the center will prioritize microcontrollers for automotive applications, utilizing innovative memory technologies. TSMC plans to leverage its existing global design centers to support EUDC's initiatives. This move underscores TSMC's commitment to expanding its footprint in Europe and engaging with key industry players like Apple.