[Micron to Invest $9 Billion in Expanding Chip Factory in Western Japan, Expected to Begin Production and Shipping Around Summer 2028] BlockBeats News, July 4: Micron Technology has officially commenced the expansion of its factory in western Japan, with a total project investment of 1.5 trillion yen, aimed at producing advanced memory chips. This expansion is part of its global capacity expansion plan to meet the demands of the artificial intelligence industry. The Japanese government will provide subsidies of up to 500 billion yen to help cover construction costs. The expanded factory will enhance Micron's ability to improve the energy efficiency and data transmission performance of chips required for artificial intelligence services and autonomous vehicles. The expanded production line is expected to begin production and shipping around the summer of 2028.