A.I. Riches Fuel Economic Divide in Asia’s Chip Powerhouses

She reports that the surge in demand for artificial intelligence is fueling significant economic gains in South Korea and Taiwan, particularly in the chip industry. The resulting stock market growth and booming exports are benefiting these countries, driven by their strong semiconductor sectors. However, this growth is also exacerbating economic divides, as other sectors of the economy are not experiencing the same level of prosperity. The chip-driven boom is leaving behind other industries and workers, contributing to a widening economic gap.

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