Key facts
- China's lab-grown diamonds are experiencing rising demand.
- The increased demand is linked to their use in advanced chipmaking for AI.
- This trend makes lab-grown diamonds an unlikely winner in the AI boom.
The artificial intelligence boom has created unprecedented demand for advanced semiconductors. These chips require specialized materials for their manufacturing processes. Lab-grown diamonds, known for their hardness and thermal conductivity, are finding a niche application in the production of these high-performance components.