If China invades Taiwan, ASML and TSMC can disable chip machines

ASML Holding NV and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. have measures in place to remotely disable chipmaking machines in the event of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. The US government has expressed concerns about the impact of such an attack on the global semiconductor supply chain. ASML’s advanced EUV machines are crucial in this scenario, with TSMC being a major client. The stakes are high as Taiwan produces around 90% of the world’s most advanced chips.