China begins making homegrown DUV chipmaking tools, The Information reports

China has begun domestic production of immersion deep ultraviolet lithography machines, long monopolised by Dutch supplier ASML, with initial deliveries expected to Chinese chipmakers this year. The homegrown tools lag on performance and reliability but offer Chinese fabs an alternative source as US export restrictions tighten.

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