How the Ukrainian war is affecting the chip industry, and what does neon gas have to do with it?
As the war continues in Ukraine, many companies have stopped working.
The Donetsk Oblast region, in particular, produces neon gas from steel manufacturing.
The limited supply of neon gas has affected semiconductor chip production globally. Neon gas is used in the lasers that manufacture chips.
Two companies, Ingas and Cryoin, produce between 45% to 54% of the world’s semiconductor-grade neon. These companies have struggled to operate since the war began.
Let’s explore how the conflict is and will affect global chip production.
Is it possible that Russia could dominate the neon gas market?
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