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The technological evolution in Phoenix traces back to critical decisions made following World War II when federal mandates encouraged companies handling sensitive assets to relocate inland. This period saw companies like Chicago-based Galvin Electronics, which later evolved into Motorola, relocating to the city. The arrival of GE and Intel marked significant milestones in Phoenix's transformation into a semiconductor powerhouse, catalyzing the development of over 80 semiconductor companies in the region.