New June Meetup: Chip War by Chris Miller (Previously April 2025 book)

“Chip War” is a gripping narrative detailing the fierce global competition for microchip technology dominance, likened to the importance of oil in the modern era. As the foundation of military, economic, and geopolitical power, microchips are indispensable in everything from weapons to consumer electronics. Historian Chris Miller explains how the US's historic lead in chip design and manufacturing has fueled its military superiority and economic prosperity. However, China's aggressive investment in chip production threatens America's position, sparking a new Cold War over this critical resource.