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TSMC Sets Limits for AI Share Purchases

In this lesson: Separate ownership from supply and approval from completion.

Name: __________________________ Date: __________________

Read the story

TSMC’s board approved up to $500 million for shares in Anthropic and the same maximum for OpenAI, Reuters reported on November 10.

The chipmaker would gain ownership stakes in AI developers as well as supply chips. The report describes approved plans, not confirmed completed purchases.

Source: Reuters via Investing.com, 2026-11-10. https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/tsmc-to-invest-up-to-1-billion-in-anthropic-openai-5015908

Read and practise

1. What would buying shares give TSMC?

   1. Ownership stakes
   2. A loan repayment
   3. Exclusive ownership of both developers

2. Which stage is established?

   1. Completed purchases
   2. A confirmed final payment
   3. Board approval

Your turn

Describe the new role and the transaction status.

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