US awards $500M to SandboxAQ to discover new chipmaking materials under CHIPS Act

First reported June 17, 2026 by CryptoBriefing · covered by 2 sources

US awards $500M to SandboxAQ to discover new chipmaking materials under CHIPS Act

The grant to SandboxAQ could reshape global semiconductor supply chains, reduce reliance on China, and enhance US technological independence. The post US awards $500M to SandboxAQ to discover new chipmaking materials under CHIPS Act appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jun 17, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

US awards $500M to Nvidia-backed SandboxAQ to discover new chipmaking materials

The grant to SandboxAQ highlights a strategic shift towards securing semiconductor supply chains by reducing reliance on foreign materials. The post US awards $500M to Nvidia-backed SandboxAQ to discover new chipmaking materials appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

Jun 17, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing