Nvidia and TSMC Unveil First U.S.-Made Blackwell Chip Wafer in Arizona

Nvidia and TSMC have revealed their first Blackwell wafer produced in the United States. The wafer was manufactured at TSMC’s Phoenix, Arizona facility, marking a major step in U.S. semiconductor onshoring. 

This development supports America’s push to build a stronger AI supply chain on domestic soil. The wafer includes advanced nodes like 2 nm, 3 nm, 4 nm, and A16 chip technologies, which power AI, telecommunications, and high-performance computing. 

Nvidia said the move helps “bolster the U.S. supply chain” and enhances the country’s leadership in AI manufacturing.  TSMC’s Arizona plant will continue to make these advanced technologies, which are crucial for next-gen tech. 

This launch comes as Nvidia and other tech firms race to meet exploding AI demand. Nvidia previously announced plans to build $500 billion worth of AI infrastructure in the U.S. over four years, including chip production in Arizona. 

Still, the path ahead isn’t simple. Advanced chip packaging capacity remains a bottleneck, potentially restricting full U.S. chip manufacturing autonomy. 

But for now, the unveiling of a U.S.-made Blackwell wafer is a clear sign that America is moving closer to reclaiming its role in cutting-edge AI chip production.