TSMC is attempting to restore chip production after a significant earthquake in Taiwan.

The earthquake underscores the dangers of concentrating chip manufacturing in an earthquake-prone and geopolitically tense region.

TSMC, responsible for 90% of the world's most advanced chips, experienced facility damage, affecting output.

Global efforts to decentralize chip production are underway, with the US investing $200 billion and TSMC expanding into Japan, Germany, and the US.

The tech industry is vigilant about the impact on chip supply, with potential effects hinging on the specific manufacturing processes disrupted.

The incident has propelled the Taiwanese government and tech industry to reassess their strategies for chip manufacturing diversification and disaster preparedness.