The integrated circuit was invented in the U.S., and the semiconductor industry was pioneered in the U.S. Op said that the U.S. pioneers and develops technolog

The integrated circuit was invented in the U.S., and the semiconductor industry was pioneered in the U.S. Op said that the U.S. pioneers and develops technology, giving a first mover advantage. Yes, eventually other countries catch up and start innovating on their own, but the point that the U.S. is generally the pioneer stands.