In a significant move, Taiwan's prosecutors have charged three individuals with stealing sensitive information from TSMC, a leading chipmaker. This case is notable because it's the first time Taiwan's National Security Law has been used in a trade secrets case. The accused include a former TSMC employee, identified only by the surname Chen, who allegedly shared TSMC's secrets with Tokyo Electron after joining the company. Prosecutors are seeking a total of 14 years in prison for Chen, citing violations of trade secrets and national security laws.

TSMC has made it clear that they take this very seriously. They have a strict policy against any actions that could harm their company's interests. They also said they will keep improving their internal systems to prevent such incidents in the future. TSMC's 2-nanometer chip technology is considered the most advanced in the semiconductor industry, making this case even more critical.

Tokyo Electron, the company accused of benefiting from the stolen information, has not yet responded to requests for comment. This case highlights the importance of protecting trade secrets, especially in the competitive semiconductor industry. It also shows how crucial it is for companies to have strong internal systems to prevent such breaches.

The case began on August 5 when Taiwanese authorities detained the three individuals involved. Tokyo Electron later confirmed that one of its former employees was part of the case. This incident serves as a reminder of the risks companies face when it comes to protecting their sensitive information.

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