The Chinese Government Eyes RISC-V Chips as a Strategic Technology Move
China is reportedly drafting policy guidance to encourage the local use of open-source RISC-V chips, which could be announced before the end of the month. The XiangShan project, initiated by China's Academy of Sciences in 2019, aims to roll out the open-source chip with the same name, and recent updates suggest steady progress. As the lower costs involved make RISC-V chips an attractive option for Chinese companies, the move could also enhance the country's technological sovereignty.
- The push towards local use of RISC-V chips may serve as a strategic tool for China to reduce its dependence on foreign technology and promote domestic innovation in the chip industry.
- How will the increased adoption of open-source RISC-V chips impact the global semiconductor market, potentially altering the balance of power between major tech players?