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A major chip company says prices may go up because making chips costs more money now
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A very important chip company says it may raise prices soon. The company makes computer chips for phones, computers, and other devices. Today, chips are more expensive to make than before.
The company's leader spoke about this problem in a rare interview. He explained why prices may go up. Making chips requires expensive equipment and special materials. Energy costs are also very high. These costs are growing every year.
The world uses more chips now than ever before. Artificial intelligence needs many chips to work. This demand is very strong. However, making more chips costs a lot of money.
If this company raises prices, other companies may do the same. This means phones and computers could cost more money for buyers. People around the world may pay higher prices for electronics.
The chip business is very important today. Many countries want to make their own chips. However, only a few companies can make advanced chips well. This company is the largest and most important one. What this company does affects the whole world.
Inspired by reporting from BBC News.
📚 어휘
chip
a small piece of material that makes computers and phones work
컴퓨터와 휴대폰을 작동시키는 작은 부품
raise prices
to make something cost more money
무엇의 가격을 더 비싸게 하다
demand
how many people want to buy something
사람들이 무언가를 사고 싶어 하는 양
equipment
machines and tools that people use to do work
일을 하기 위해 사용하는 기계와 도구
artificial intelligence
computer technology that learns and makes decisions like humans
인간처럼 배우고 결정을 내리는 컴퓨터 기술
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