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Russian spy infiltrates ASML and NXP to steal technical data necessary to build 28nm-capable fabs
Part of a spy network?
German A., a 43-year-old Russian engineer, is accused of secretly supplying sensitive technical information from ASML, NXP, and TSMC to Russia, allegedly to assist in building a 28nm-capable fab there, reports NRC. German A. is reportedly also linked to an attempt to acquire a chemical vapor deposition tool, possibly as part of efforts to equip a future chip facility in Russia. Experts asked by NRC believe the leaked data includes presentations and manuals but not the core plans needed to construct chip machines or an entire plant.
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