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TSMC fires workers for breaching data rules on cutting-edge chip tech


Prosecutors are investigating the matter under Taiwan's National Security Act

TAIPEI -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. has fired several employees for violating rules on obtaining sensitive information related to cutting-edge chip technology and initiated legal action over the matter, Nikkei Asia learned.

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