Semiconductor Chip Manufacturers Halt Sales To Russia

thegamer.com:

The global tech industry has complied with the sanctions levied upon Russia after its invasion of Ukraine. While the world is already dealing with a massive shortage of chips, the sanctions imposed by the US government include prebuilt hardware, as well as components like semiconductors.

Intel provided a statement to Tom's Hardware saying, "Intel complies with all applicable export regulations and sanctions in the countries in which it operates, including the new sanctions issued by OFAC [Office of Foreign Assets Control] and the regulations issued by BIS [Bureau of Industry and Security]." The company's biggest competitor AMD has also reportedly halted all sales to Russia.

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Additionally, PC Gamer noted that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited, one of the world's largest chip manufacturers, has also ceased sales to Russia as directed by the Economy Ministry of Taiwan. "Domestic semiconductor manufacturers have also expressed that they will abide by the laws and closely cooperate with government measures," said the ministry in a statement.

The report also notes that while Russia does have companies that design and sell chips, they primarily rely on third party manufacturers for the components used to create them.

Various entities in the video game industry are also trying to help in any way they can. GOG is donating any revenue earned via developers supporting relief efforts in Ukraine, Ubisoft has set up a detailed plan to assist its staff in the country, Team Liquid is providing temporary shelter for esports players stranded due to the conflict, while Bungie and CD Projekt Red have made monetary donations to the relief effort.

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