Leading offshore wind turbine component maker Yeong Guan Energy Technology has announced that mass production at its Taichung plant will begin in 2025, while its plant in Thailand will begin trial production in mid-2025. Amid the trend toward supply chain diversification, the company has already received numerous inquiries from European companies about production in its Thailand plant, potentially boosting growth next year.

Neousys Technology has defied the downward trend in the industrial PC (IPC) industry in 2024, achieving solid revenues and profits through its early investments in edge AI computing. As the IPC industry rebounds amid growing AI adoption, chairman James Gau projects sustained growth for the company in 2025.

Taiwan's Hiwin Technologies, a leading maker of motion control components, has been investing in robotics for years, with a strong focus on industrial applications. Chairman Eddie Chuo has repeatedly emphasized that Hiwin has no plans to produce humanoid robots. Instead, the company continues to enhance its expertise in core components such as harmonic reducers, ball screws, and linear guideways, which are critical across various robot types.

The global push toward net-zero emissions is transforming industries, presenting both challenges and unprecedented opportunities. With 198 countries committed to net-zero targets by 2050, this transition has become essential for businesses seeking long-term sustainability. The industrial PC (IPC) sector stands at the forefront of these changes.

Allis Electric Co. (AEC) is broadening its market focus beyond semiconductors to tap into the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence and data center sectors. The company plans to leverage its established expertise in high- and low-voltage switchgear and transformers, building upon its strong foundation as a supplier to Taiwan's leading semiconductor manufacturers.

According to Science and Technology Daily on October 16, ChatGPT's emergence has spurred unprecedented growth in AI innovation, with China experiencing a rapid surge in AI computing power development. The country has over 250 AI computing centers that are either built or under construction nationwide.

In 2024, AI smartphones remain a central focus for major brands and chipmakers, aimed at advancing AI to create all-in-one mobile assistants and revolutionize human-device interaction. Sales during the year's peak season exceeded supply chain projections, signaling sustained consumer interest.

Quanta Executive VP Alan Tsai projected that within the next one to two years, AI will become as seamlessly integrated into daily life as the internet, no longer perceived as a distinct innovation. Tsai stressed that for individuals to fully harness AI's benefits, reliance on cloud-based solutions alone will not suffice, highlighting edge AI as an inevitable development.

LG Group convened a board meeting to finalize senior leadership changes across its subsidiaries. While overall promotions were scaled back, the company emphasized advancing R&D talent and increasing representation among women and younger professionals, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and long-term growth strategies.

LG Electronics has announced a major organizational restructuring aimed at shifting from a product-focused strategy to a solution-driven approach. This strategic realignment seeks to drive sustainable business growth while bolstering the company's competitive edge.

Wistron anticipates reporting a three-digit percentage increase in its AI server sales for 2024, followed by another substantial three-digit growth in 2025, driven by robust market demand, according to the Taiwan-based ODM.