Reported push by TSMC into 3D DRAM memory manufacturing

Press reports say TSMC is weighing production of 3D DRAM memory for Nvidia, its largest customer, which would take the foundry beyond logic chips and into a segment dominated by Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron. The reports say TSMC could either build dedicated advanced-memory fabs or convert an existing facility, and no production timing has been set. This is an early, unconfirmed report rather than an announced program. First observed by Moatkeep today.

1. The Information reported that TSMC is evaluating 3D DRAM production at the request of Nvidia, its largest customer.
2. Reuters reported that TSMC could build new memory-focused factories or acquire and convert an existing facility.
3. The timing of any memory production remains unclear according to the reporting.
4. Potential competitors named in coverage include Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix and Micron Technology.
5. TSMC has not confirmed the plan in the material reviewed.