A Taiwanese engineer, Chen Li-ming, is set to face a verdict next month for allegedly stealing sensitive technical information from TSMC, a leading semiconductor manufacturer. The case is one of three related indictments and could result in up to 20 years in prison if found guilty. Li-ming worked at TSMC before switching jobs to Tokyo Electron Japan, where he allegedly coordinated industrial espionage efforts. The Taiwanese courts have invoked the National Security Act for the first time in such a case, citing concerns over trade secrets and national security. If convicted, Li-ming could face significant prison time, while Tokyo Electron Japan could be fined up to $4.52 million. The verdict is scheduled for April 27.
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