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    Applied Materials to pay $252.2M to settle export violations

    The semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker’s penalty is the second-highest the Bureau of Industry and Security ever imposed.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    US commits to 15% tariff limit for Taiwan goods

    The two countries came to terms on a pact that would also reduce levies on most U.S. goods entering Taiwan and facilitate agricultural and industrial trade.

    By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 13, 2026
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    The Rise of AI in Manufacturing

    How are manufacturers using AI, and what should leaders know about the technology? 

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Siemens raises 2026 outlook, driven by AI and data center demand

    The company’s orders grew 10% over last year, led by smart infrastructure activity in the first quarter.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    Trump administration moves to require 100% domestic materials in EV chargers

    Renewable energy advocates say the proposal could further delay the buildout of charging station infrastructure and undermine U.S. competitiveness.

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    Amprius Technologies reaches deal to scale US battery cell production

    The manufacturing agreement with Nanotech Energy would allow the drone battery maker to comply with sourcing restrictions under the National Defense Authorization Act. 

    By • Updated Feb. 9, 2026
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    Texas Instruments to acquire TSMC customer for $7.5B

    The deal would reshore Silicon Labs’ integrated circuit manufacturing from Asia-based foundries. The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2027.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
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    EPA says Deere can’t cite Clean Air Act to limit farm equipment repairs

    The agency’s guidance is a direct response to the tractor maker’s request last summer on how manufacturers should interpret the law when it comes to repairs.

    By • Feb. 3, 2026
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    Eli Lilly chooses rural Pennsylvania for $3.5B weight-loss drug production

    The development is the fourth announced by the pharmaceutical giant since September as competitors look to reshore operations and upgrade their facilities in the U.S.

    By • Feb. 2, 2026
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    Beyond the noise: How trust, AI and visibility are reshaping the manufacturing buyer

    Manufacturing buyers are changing fast. Trust, AI, and visibility now shape who gets chosen—and why.

    By G&S Business Communications • Feb. 2, 2026
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    The manufacturing outlook for 2026

    Investment is rising in domestic production, automation, M&A and more. At the same time, manufacturers are navigating a complex  environment due to trade policies and changing regulations.

    By Manufacturing Dive Staff • Jan. 30, 2026
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    Tesla ending Model S, X production in Q2, CEO Elon Musk says

    It’s the end of an era for the electric sedan and SUV as the company looks to produce its own AI chips and humanoid robots.

    By • Jan. 29, 2026
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    Corning, Meta ink $6B deal supporting US manufacturing

    The deal would expand Corning’s optical cable facility in Hickory, North Carolina, where the Facebook app developer will serve as an anchor customer.

    By • Jan. 29, 2026
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    The physical AI craze and other automation trends to watch in 2026

    As companies lean further into automated software, sensor technologies and robots to fill labor gaps and remain competitive, they also are using AI tools to bolster their cybersecurity.

    By • Jan. 29, 2026
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    IonQ to spend $1.8B on chipmaker SkyWater to advance US quantum computing

    The cash-and-stock deal will create an end-to-end, domestic supply chain for quantum-related products. IonQ aims to meet growing demand from the U.S. government and allied nations.

    By • Jan. 27, 2026
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    Drone maker Anduril to expand in Long Beach, California

    The $1 billion investment will support 5,500 jobs and build on the company’s effort to grow its industrial production capacity.

    By • Jan. 26, 2026
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    Chipmakers have mixed reactions to Trump’s phase-one tariffs

    Nvidia supported Trump’s plan to implement 25% duties on certain AI chips, while others remain quiet.

    By • Jan. 20, 2026
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    Manufacturing’s AI moment: Why readiness matters more than technology

    Most manufacturers aren’t ready for AI. Find out what it takes to get there.

    By Michael Simms • Jan. 20, 2026
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    Why your digital thread has always been broken

    Continuous improvement teams at top manufacturers are battling to close this hidden gap plaguing productivity and divorcing design and production.

    Jan. 20, 2026
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    US caps Taiwan tariffs at 15%

    The limit would apply to both reciprocal and sector-specific duties, per the Commerce Department, although the implementation timeline remains unclear.

    By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 16, 2026
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    TSMC ramps up Arizona production as AI demand drove 2025 revenue to $122B

    The manufacturer expects demand to continue as it works to accelerate U.S. expansion plans. The company’s second fab is now complete, with production starting later this year, and construction on a third is underway.

    By • Jan. 16, 2026
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    ChemSec issues low grades to US chemical manufacturers

    Minnesota-based Ecolab scored the highest for its plans to phase out PFAS use by the end of 2026. Chemours placed last with zero points.

    By • Jan. 13, 2026
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    Howmet Aerospace to buy hardware business for $1.8B, among other M&A to end 2025

    South Korea-based Samsung Biologics plans to acquire its first U.S. manufacturing site, and Deere is expanding its technology services with the purchase of equipment management provider Tenna.

    By • Jan. 12, 2026
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    GM expects $7.1B EV-related charge in Q4 as it realigns North American strategy

    The automaker cited slowing electric vehicle demand and the termination of consumer tax incentives for its shift in its North America strategy to produce more internal combustion engine trucks and SUVs.

    By • Jan. 9, 2026
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    Illinois offers $24M in grants for manufacturing training programs

    Applicants outside of the Chicago metropolitan area can apply for grants valued between $3 million and $6 million through the end of April.

    By • Jan. 9, 2026
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    Micron to break ground on $100B New York semiconductor fab

    The tech company is moving forward with the project after obtaining the necessary permit approvals and undergoing a “rigorous environmental review,” according to a news release.

    By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 8, 2026