United States & GlobalFoundries

United States: The United States, through its Department of Commerce, is investing $2 billion in quantum computing firms to secure its leadership in emerging technologies, create jobs, and enhance national security, particularly in competition with China.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries will receive $375 million from the United States — United States Department of Commerce to build a U.S. factory for quantum machine components and has launched ConnectM Technology Solutions, a new business focused on scaling manufacturing for quantum-computing hardware. The U.S. government is taking an equity stake of about 1% in GlobalFoundries.

United States: The Semiconductor Hub aims to strengthen U.S. competitiveness and accelerate innovation across industries, contributing to national security and economic vitality.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a founding member of the Semiconductor Hub, working with researchers and partners to tackle industry challenges and develop talent for U.S. innovation.

United States: The United States equities market experienced overall gains across major indices, indicating a generally positive economic environment.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries shares fell following reports that its majority owner was seeking to sell a large block of shares.

United States: The U.S. is a target for sovereign supply chain objectives, with GF's U.S. manufacturing capabilities leveraged. The partnership supports U.S. semiconductor security priorities.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is the manufacturing partner, leveraging its process technology and quantum solutions business. The MoU strengthens its quantum technology portfolio and aligns with its sovereign supply chain goals.

United States: The deal boosts domestic chip production and supports the administration's reshoring goals. Apple's $600 billion U.S. investment commitment is partially fulfilled.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is part of Apple's American Manufacturing Program, but not directly involved in this deal.

United States: The US is mentioned as the jurisdiction where GlobalFoundries filed lawsuits against Tower, but is not directly involved in the expansion.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries filed patent infringement lawsuits against Tower in March 2026, a separate legal matter that may affect Tower's operations.

GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries will collaborate with Cirrus Logic to establish new semiconductor process technologies at its Malta, New York, facility, enabling key technologies for Apple Inc. products.