The recent data paints a stark picture of Europe's dwindling role in the semiconductor industry. While regions like Asia and North America continue to ramp up investments, Europe's share is notably smaller, as shown in the chart. This gap isn't just about numbers; it reflects a deeper issue of technological dependency and lost opportunities in innovation. Europe's dream of becoming a chip superpower seems to be fading, not with a bang but a whimper, as we lag behind in critical tech investment.
