https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/belgian-chinese-man-to-face-trial-over-suspected-semiconductor-espionageContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/belgian-chinese-man-to-face-trial-over-suspected-semiconductor-espionagehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/belgian-chinese-man-to-face-trial-over-suspected-semiconductor-espionage#u62177Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:52:45 +0000A Belgian-Chinese former researcher at BelGaN will face trial after authorities arrested him on suspicion of industrial espionage. Prosecutors allege the suspect transferred proprietary gallium nitride semiconductor technology and trade secrets to a Chinese competitor. The arrest occurred as the suspect attempted to board a flight from Brussels to Beijing. Investigators are examining whether insiders at BelGaN helped move intellectual property to China.Why it mattersGallium nitride is a critical material for advanced chip production. This case reflects broader European concerns regarding the t