Japan-backed chipmaker Rapidus said it is still working toward a mass-production start in fiscal 2027’s second half, the timeline provided for its planned 2-nanometer chip program.
The spokesperson characterized Rapidus’ research and development details as confidential.
The company started running its pilot line in Chitose, Japan, in April 2025.
Its chip-design network includes an engineering partnership with HCLTech in India, detailed in Rapidus’ engineering partnership and design network.



