Breaking Tech: May 6 (5 stories)
Wednesday, 6 May 2026 Daily Technology GLOBAL
Here is your Daily summary for Technology across the world for Wed 6th May 2026
Apple is diversifying its chip production strategy by considering Intel and Samsung as alternatives to TSMC, its long-time supplier. This move highlights the tech giant's efforts to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure production stability in the U.S. market.
In the semiconductor sector, ASML's new CEO, Christophe Fouquet, confidently stated that the company’s monopoly on advanced chip-making technology remains unchallenged, emphasizing its critical role in the industry.
Meanwhile, Guggenheim's Alan Schwartz warned that the U.S. could lag in the AI race unless it addresses significant infrastructure issues, particularly concerning the electrical grid. This concern underscores the intersection of technology and essential services in maintaining competitive advantage.
Lastly, Cerebras Systems is witnessing heightened demand for its IPO, prompting it to require limit orders from institutional investors, signaling strong market interest in AI-related technologies.
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Apple Explores Intel and Samsung as TSMC Backup
Bloomberg Technology 5 May 2026, 5:05pmApple is exploring using Intel and Samsung to produce chips for devices in the US — as a backup to longtime partner TSMC. Peter Elstrom explains. (Source: Bloomberg)
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ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet on his company’s monopoly: no one is coming for us
TechCrunch 5 May 2026, 8:06pmChristophe Fouquet, who became ASML's CEO in 2024 after more than a decade at the company, sat down with this editor on the rooftop deck of his Beverly Hills hotel Tuesday morning ahead of his appearance at the Milken Institute Global Conference. Dressed in a blue suit and white shirt, he was relaxed — even when the conversation turned to the rivals.
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Guggenheim’s Schwartz Warns Power Crunch Imperils US in AI Race
Bloomberg Technology 5 May 2026, 7:58pmGuggenheim Partners Executive Chair Alan Schwartz warned that the US risks falling behind in artificial intelligence development if it fails to address critical infrastructure challenges facing the nation’s electrical grid.
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Thoma Bravo Is `Model Agnostic,' Says Boro
Bloomberg Technology 5 May 2026, 7:50pmThoma Bravo is model agnostic when it comes to AI models and has relationships with OpenAI and Anthropic as well as Google, says the company’s managing partner Seth Boro. Boro discusses AI cybersecurity and deployment costs with Bloomberg’s Dani Burger at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles. (Source: Bloomberg)
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Cerebras Requires Limit Orders From IPO Buyers as Demand Grows
Bloomberg Technology 5 May 2026, 6:23pmCerebras Systems Inc. is telling institutional investors placing orders in its IPO to specify the number of shares and the maximum price they’re willing to pay, according to people familiar with the matter, another sign that the artificial intelligence chipmaker’s shares are in high demand.