The Rise of Arizona as the Heart of the Semiconductor Industry

November 03, 2025

The Phoenix Business Journal reports that since 2020, Arizona has attracted more than $205 billion in semiconductor investment—more than any other state.

TSMC, the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, has announced an impressive $165 billion investment in Arizona to date, with global companies Apple, NVIDIA, AMD and Qualcomm all agreeing to buy chips from Arizona. Intel has also announced more than $32 billion in investments in Arizona to build two new fabrication facilities.

The future of the U.S. semiconductor industry will be shaped by bold collaboration—and Arizona is at the forefront. Boasting a vibrant innovation ecosystem, renowned universities and strong industry partnerships, the state is establishing a new national benchmark for what can be achieved. From research labs to manufacturing facilities, classrooms to clean rooms, Arizona isn’t just preparing for the future of semiconductors—it’s actively creating it.

 

The Town of Superior Celebrates 2026 Economic Development Week

The Town of Superior Celebrates 2026 Economic Development Week

The International Economic Development Council’s (IEDC) Economic Development Week celebrates the immeasurable impact economic development organizations and professionals have in their communities. This year, May 4-8 marks Economic Development Week and has an added importance…

ASU Ranks in the Top 10 Globally and Nationally for Patents Issued

ASU Ranks in the Top 10 Globally and Nationally for Patents Issued

For the fifth time, Arizona State University (ASU) has earned a place among the top 10 universities worldwide for U.S. utility patents on the National Academy of Inventors’ annual Top 100 Worldwide Universities list. ASU ranked No. 9 globally for the third straight year and climbed one spot…

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