Rapidus has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the UK Semiconductor Centre (UKSC) and Fondazione Chips-IT...

Rapidus has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the UK Semiconductor Centre (UKSC) and Fondazione Chips-IT in Italy, as reported by multiple sources (Digitimes, EETimes, Electronics Weekly, PRNewswire). The agreements aim to provide British and Italian innovators access to Rapidus's upcoming 2nm manufacturing technology. This follows Rapidus's recent milestone of successfully operating 2nm GAA transistors in July 2025 and securing substantial government funding. These partnerships signal growing international interest in Rapidus's foundry services as it races toward mass production by 2027. The MoUs are expected to help Rapidus build a customer base outside Japan, potentially increasing future order volumes. The company also completed a 150 billion yen funding round from the Japanese government and has announced AI design tools for 2026. This string of developments points to strengthening momentum for Rapidus's advanced node ambitions.