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China forms semiconductor alliance as Alibaba, CXMT join launch of huge fund

Major Chinese technology companies and state-backed investment institutions have launched a 3.91 billion yuan long-term investment fund in response to tighter U.S. technology export controls. The Changzhi Hanhai Private Investment Fund, registered in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area, aims to supply “patient capital” to support research, development and commercialisation in deep-tech fields such as semiconductors. Investors include CXMT-related entities, Alibaba affiliates and AMEC, alongside state-backed funds.

AI & Enterprise

DeepSeek V4 sparks revaluation call for China\'s AI sector

The launch of DeepSeek’s latest AI model, V4, is expected to spur a broad revaluation of China’s AI industry, with analysts citing potential gains in demand for Chinese high-performance chips and wider commercial adoption. Chip designers and foundries are seen as beneficiaries, while securities firms project rapid growth in China’s AI chip market. Morgan Stanley also flagged lower inference costs and possible Hong Kong index inclusion for AI model firms.

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TSMC dominance shows cracks, boosting Samsung foundry opportunity

The foundry market is entering a new phase as TSMC’s grip shows signs of weakening amid advanced packaging bottlenecks, opening room for rivals. Counterpoint Research said global foundry revenue rose 16 percent last year to $320 billion on steady AI chip demand. It expects TSMC’s share to slip this year, with Samsung and SMIC moving in. Samsung is pushing 2-nanometre production, while SMIC expands capacity and Intel seeks large AI customers.