Applied Materials announced that it had established the EPIC Center to jointly develop next-generation technologies. Participating companies include TSMC, Intel, SK Hynix, Micron, Samsung, Broadcom, SCREEN and Besi.
Applied Materials established the EPIC Center to jointly develop next-generation technologies. The news was announced on 14 October 2026, with the aim of creating a framework for research and development of advanced technologies in cooperation with related companies.
Major companies involved in semiconductor manufacturing and design are listed as participants in the EPIC Center, including TSMC, Intel, SK Hynix, Micron, Samsung, Broadcom, SCREEN and Besi. The companies are expected to jointly advance technology development in semiconductor materials, processes and devices.
The announcement suggests a strengthening of the joint development framework, while specific details of technology sharing and collaborative projects through the EPIC Center are expected to emerge in subsequent updates. The scope of cooperation among the companies, the scale of their funding commitments and the specific research themes to be disclosed are expected to be key considerations in assessing investment decisions and market impact.