Chip War

Winner of the 2022 Financial Times Business Book of the Year Award and one of Barack Obama's favorite books of 2023, Chip War by Chris Miller explores the high-stakes global battle over microchip technology—the critical resource powering modern military, economic, and technological advances. Through a compelling history, the book reveals how the United States initially led in chip design and how China and other nations are investing heavily to catch up, with geopolitical tensions adding urgency to this pivotal industry. Rich with vivid stories and colorful characters, the narrative offers an insightful look into how control of the microchip industry will shape the future world order.