<ul><li>The U.S. semiconductor industry has faced a tumultuous year, playing a significant role in the AI race.</li><li>Key events include Intel appointing Lip-Bu Tan as CEO and Joe Biden proposing new AI chip export rules.</li><li>In April, layoffs were planned at Intel, and the Trump administration further restricted chip exports.</li><li>Nvidia faced export licensing requirements, while Intel and TSMC allegedly considered a joint chipmaking venture.</li><li>In March, Lip-Bu Tan became CEO of Intel, focusing on an engineering-oriented approach.</li><li>February saw delays in Intel's Ohio chip plant, and senators called for more chip export restrictions.</li><li>In January, DeepSeek released its 'reasoning' model, and Biden proposed new export restrictions.</li><li>Anthropic supported chip export restrictions, emphasizing the importance of controls in the semiconductor industry.</li><li>The industry's landscape continues to evolve, influenced by geopolitical decisions and technological advancements.</li></ul>

A timeline of the U.S. semiconductor market in 2025

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