Jan. 15, 2026 –
In light of trade restrictions on next-generation AI chip technologies, leaders should adapt quickly to make supply chains more resilient, according to Deloitte Global
What’s new: Geopolitical tensions and escalating trade restrictions could be reshaping semiconductor supply chains, with far-reaching implications for AI chip innovation, the global economy, national security, and scientific progress, according to Deloitte Global’s “TMT Predictions 2026” report.
Why it matters: An AI system’s performance depends on a narrow stack of globally distributed technologies, including advanced AI logic design, leading-edge front-end node fabrication, and advanced packaging. Many of these high-tech processes and materials rely on a handful of suppliers whose dominance in key regions has prompted governments to impose trade barriers to protect strategic interests and reduce dependence.