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TSMC's Remote Kill Switch Could Disable Chip Machines if China Invades

ASML and TSMC have the capability to remotely disable advanced chipmaking machines in the event of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, addressing fears of significant global economic disruption. This "kill switch" option is part of broader geopolitical tensions involving the US, China, and Taiwan, with the US imposing restrictions on China's access to advanced chips and pressuring the Netherlands to limit ASML's exports to China. Taiwan remains a critical hub for semiconductor production, and any conflict in the region could have severe global repercussions.