C.C. Wei
TaiwanentrepreneurMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%C.C. Wei is the Chairman and CEO of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a pivotal player in the global semiconductor industry. Since taking over as CEO in 2018 and later becoming chairman in June 2024, Wei has been instrumental in advancing TSMC's role in AI technology development. Under his leadership, TSMC has expanded its operations internationally to the United States, Germany, and Japan, while also navigating complex geopolitical tensions between the US and China. Wei's strategic insights and careful public statements have earned him recognition as a leading figure in the tech world.
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Intel CEO says TSMC a ‘partner’ in chip productionTaiwan· 2026-06-03
C.C. Wei is the chairman of TSMC and was recognized as one of the most influential people of 2026.
SPEAK UP: TSMC’s C.C. Wei, Blackpink’s Jennie among ‘Time 100 list’ (1/2) 魏哲家、Jennie入選《時代》百大人物（上）Taiwan· 2026-05-30
C.C. Wei is the chairman of TSMC and is recognized in the Pioneers category of the Time 100 list.
SPEAK UP: TSMC’s C.C. Wei, Blackpink’s Jennie among ‘Time 100 list’ (2/2) 魏哲家、Jennie入選《時代》百大人物（下）Taiwan· 2026-05-30
C.C. Wei is the chairman of TSMC and has been involved in discussions regarding employee bonuses.
TSMC might raise bonuses more than 30%, source saysTaiwan· 2026-05-28C.C. Wei is the chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co who discussed the company's plans in Japan.
TSMC 3nm chip plan in Japan, a win for TakaichiTaiwan· 2026-02-06
C.C. Wei is the chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) and spoke during a meeting with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
TSMC to invest US$17bn in 3nm chip production in Japan: reportTaiwan· 2026-02-05
C. C. Wei is the CEO of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co and attended a dinner event with Jensen Huang.
Nvidia’s Huang pushes suppliers on Taiwan visitTaiwan· 2026-02-01
C.C. Wei is the Chairman of TSMC and was a guest at the dinner hosted by Jensen Huang.
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Vietnam· 2026-02-01C.C. Wei, the chairman of TSMC, stated that demand from US cloud service providers has proven to be genuine rather than speculative.
Bank forecasts 3.8% GDP growthTaiwan· 2026-01-16C.C. Wei, the chairman and chief executive officer of TSMC, spoke about the company's plans to meet AI demand at an earnings conference.
TSMC plans record expenditure to meet AI demandTaiwan· 2026-01-15
C.C. Wei is the chief executive of TSMC, which is central to Taiwan’s advanced technology manufacturing.
John J. Tkacik, Jr. On Taiwan: Venezuela, the Taiwan Strait and US National SecurityTaiwan· 2026-01-12
C.C. Wei is the chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC).
Fears over Taiwan as a chip risk misplacedTaiwan· 2025-12-08
TSMC chief executive officer and chairman C.C. Wei said that building the new factory in Arizona has taken at least twice as long as in Taiwan.
US eyeing workforce training in trade dealTaiwan· 2025-11-26
C.C. Wei is the chairman of TSMC who received the Robert N. Noyce Award for the company's significant role in the semiconductor industry.
Taiwan must tap into whole value chain: academicTaiwan· 2025-11-23
Huang met TSMC chairman and CEO C.C. Wei and asked for more chip supplies during his two-day whirlwind trip to Taiwan last week.
TSMC sales solid, but may be slowingTaiwan· 2025-11-10
C.C. Wei expressed his gratitude to employees for their contribution in helping the chipmaker smash records in sales and profit this year.
TSMC gives employees NT$25,000 ‘Sports Day’ bonusTaiwan· 2025-11-09C.C. Wei, the CEO of TSMC, participated in discussions with Jensen Huang during TSMC’s annual sports day.
Taiwan’s supply chain role unwavering: Nvidia CEOTaiwan· 2025-11-08C. C. Wei confirmed that TSMC is accelerating the implementation of new technologies in the USA due to high demand for artificial intelligence solutions.
TSMC показала відео з роботою своєї фабрики в США • Межа
Ukraine· 2025-10-20C.C. Wei, TSMC Chairman and CEO, announced plans to speed up production expansion in Arizona.
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, TSMC celebrate first US-made Blackwell chipTaiwan· 2025-10-18
C.C. Wei is the chairman and CEO of TSMC, discussing the company's expansion plans.
TSMC planning new plant in TaichungTaiwan· 2025-10-18C.C. Wei, TSMC chairman and CEO, stated that AI demand continues to be very strong.
TSMC raises full-year growth outlookTaiwan· 2025-10-17C.C. Wei is the chairman and CEO of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, present during discussions at the White House.
Taiwan to act prudently to US demands: TaipeiTaiwan· 2025-09-29
TSMC chairman and CEO Dr. C.C. Wei discussed the company's expansion and investment strategies.
Arizona’s manufacturing boom offers potential lessons for Canada
Canada· 2025-09-28
C.C. Wei is the chairman of TSMC who has addressed questions regarding potential partnerships with Intel.
TSMC denies investment or partnership discussionsTaiwan· 2025-09-27
Lai conferred the Medal of Economic Contribution on C.C. Wei for his leadership in enhancing Taiwan’s international visibility.
Lai pledges to support new AI tech developmentTaiwan· 2025-09-09
TSMC chairman and CEO C.C. Wei said demand for AI chips remains strong.
Advanced packaging in focus at Semicon TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-09-08
C.C. Wei is the chairman of TSMC and spoke to reporters about US government plans.
TSMC denies Nvidia CEO visit was to deliver Trump messageTaiwan· 2025-09-02TSMC chairman C.C. Wei previously stated that the company values fair competition over subsidies, clearly setting the tone for its negotiating stance.
Downsides to US equity in TSMCTaiwan· 2025-08-23
C.C. Wei is the CEO of TSMC and hosted Jensen Huang during his visit.
Nvidia’s Huang visits TSMC ahead of new AI chipsTaiwan· 2025-08-22TSMC chairman and CEO C.C. Wei said the company's second Arizona fab had finished construction.
Trump unexpectedly says TSMC ‘spending US$300bn in Arizona’Taiwan· 2025-08-06