Chip War

Chip War by Chris Miller is a gripping and insightful account of how semiconductors became the most important strategic resource of the modern world. In Chip War, Miller reveals how tiny computer chips power everything from smartphones and cars to artificial intelligence, military systems, and global supply chains and why control over this technology now defines geopolitical power.

The book traces the rise of the semiconductor industry, showing how innovation, government policy, and global competition shaped today’s tech landscape. Chip War explains how the United States, China, Taiwan, and other nations are locked in a high-stakes struggle for chip supremacy, with consequences for economic growth, national security, and technological leadership.

Written in a clear and compelling style, Chip War connects complex technology to real-world politics and business strategy. Miller highlights key players, breakthroughs, and turning points that transformed chips from niche components into the backbone of the digital age. The book also examines vulnerabilities in global supply chains and why semiconductor manufacturing has become a critical strategic priority.

For readers interested in technology, geopolitics, economics, and the future of innovation, Chip War is an essential and timely read. It explains not just how chips work, but why they matter more than ever in shaping the modern world.