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First Sensor AG, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in the development and manufacturing of sensor chips, components, and systems for industrial, medical, and mobility applications. Founded in 1991, the company offers products such as pressure sensors, optical sensors, and radiation detectors. In 2020, TE Connectivity Ltd. acquired a majority stake in First Sensor, integrating its sensor solutions into TE's broader portfolio. The company operates six locations in Germany and maintains development, production, and sales sites in the USA, Canada, China, the Netherlands, Great Britain, France, Sweden, and Denmark, supported by a global partner network. First Sensor's expertise in chip design and microelectronic packaging enables it to provide both standard and customized sensor solutions, enhancing its strategic position in the sensor technology market.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is the world's largest dedicated chip foundry, with about 70% market share in 2025. TSMC was founded in 1987 as a joint venture of Philips, the government of Taiwan, and private investors. It went public in Taiwan in 1994 and as an ADR in the US in 1997. TSMC's scale and high-quality technology allow the firm to generate solid operating margins, even in the highly competitive foundry business. Furthermore, the shift to the fabless business model has created tailwinds for TSMC. The foundry leader has an illustrious base of customers, including Apple, AMD, and Nvidia, that look to apply its cutting-edge process technologies to their semiconductor designs. TSMC employs more than 83,000 people.