IBM Opens New Chitose Site Near Rapidus as 2nm Mass Production Hinges on Funding

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    "title": "IBM Opens New Chitose Site Near Rapidus as 2nm Mass Production Hinges on Funding - XenoSpectrum",
    "excerpt": "Translated from the Japanese original IBM Japan has opened a new office in Chitose, Hokkaido. The city is home to the plant of Rapidus, which aims to mass-produce next-generation 2nm chips, so IBM has set up a base close to its technology partner. But Rapidus's target of starting mass production in the second half of fiscal 2027 depends on more than technology development and expanded support. It also requires secure funding for massive capital investment. Of the government's planned cumulative equity investment of 650 billion yen, 400 billion yen is contingent on approval in future fiscal investment and loan (FILP) plans. The most important piece is the additional 150 billion yen equity investment scheduled for fiscal 2027. That equals 37.5% of the unconfirmed 400 billion yen, and about 23% of the planned cumulative government investment of 650 billion yen. Rapidus plans to raise about 400 billion yen in private loans in the same fiscal year, and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) explains that it must maintain a certain equity ratio to obtain those loans. While IBM's technical support expands, strengthening equity through government investment and securing private loans are key challenges on the road to mass production. AD On October 26, 2026, IBM Japan announced the opening of its \"Chitose Office\" in Chitose, Hokkaido. The aim is to strengthen support for...",
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