PHOENIX – Nvidia (NVDA.O) has unveiled the first U.S.-made Blackwell wafer, produced at TSMC’s semiconductor plant in Arizona, marking a major milestone in America’s AI and chip manufacturing capabilities.
As the global race for AI computing power intensifies, companies like Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom are investing heavily to meet the growing demand for chips that drive artificial intelligence.
In a statement, Nvidia said the move “bolsters the U.S. supply chain and onshores the AI technology stack”, helping to secure the nation’s leadership in the AI era.
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The initiative also aligns with President Donald Trump’s policies to boost U.S. technology and manufacturing independence.
TSMC’s Arizona facility is set to produce cutting-edge 2-, 3-, and 4-nanometer chips, along with A16 processors — all crucial for AI, telecom, and high-performance computing.
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Meanwhile, TSMC — the world’s largest chipmaker — has raised its 2025 revenue forecast after reporting record-breaking profits, driven by soaring AI investments.
This milestone marks a turning point in America’s effort to reclaim its dominance in advanced chip production — the foundation of the AI revolution.