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Theft of Micron Chip Secrets Is an Embarrassment for Taiwan
A loss of trust in the technology hub’s ability to protect intellectual property could threaten its economic survival.
An article of faith.
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A U.S. indictment of United Microelectronics Corp. and three executives is a slap in the face for Taiwan.
As a critical partner in the nexus between U.S. clients and the Chinese supply chain, the last thing Taiwan needs right now is to become known as a place that can’t be trusted.