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Mar 31

India approves new electronics component projects to deepen domestic supply chain

India has approved 29 additional proposals under its Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), as the government steps up efforts to localize the production of critical parts and reduce reliance on imports. The latest approvals represent a planned investment of about INR71.04 billion (approx. US$750 million), with projected output of INR845.15 billion and an estimated 14,246 direct jobs.

MediaTek and Airoha deepen telecom open-source platform to challenge Broadcom, Qualcomm in edge AI

Mar 31

AI computing shifts from training to inference; heterogeneous architectures go mainstream

Mar 31

OpenClaw signals shift to AI agents and self-evolving models

Mar 31

Commentary: AI drives global tech layoffs, but Intel, QNAP, and Realtek tell different stories

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AIApple at 50: From PC to mobile, AI shift now in focus

Apr 1, 15:36

Apple marks its 50th anniversary on April 1, after helping shape multiple waves of the technology industry, from personal computing to the internet and mobile eras. As artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as the next phase, the company is coming under closer scrutiny in the transition.

AIOpenAI raises record US$122 billion, paving way for superapp pivot

Apr 1, 15:36

OpenAI has closed a record-breaking US$122 billion funding round, valuing the company at US$852 billion, according to CNBC. The raise — the largest in Silicon Valley history — sets the stage for a highly anticipated IPO expected by the end of the year, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reports.

ICT MANUFACTURINGSharp names Kawamura as CEO, shifts to growth after restructuring

Apr 1, 15:19

Sharp has named Tetsuji Kawamura as its president and chief executive officer, effective April 1, marking a shift from restructuring to growth as the company looks to expand its global brand alongside parent Foxconn Technology Group.

AITaiwan panel leaders pivot: AUO targets CPO, Innolux advances FOPLP

Apr 1, 15:10

Taiwan's panel industry is undergoing a collective transformation, with its two major players adopting distinct technology paths.

AIHuawei revenue hits US$122bn in 2025, nears peak as AI growth becomes key test

Apr 1, 12:38

Huawei reported 2025 revenue of CNY880.9 billion, up 2.2% year-over-year, its second-highest on record, with net profit rising 8.63% to CNY68 billion (approx. US$9.87 billion). Growth slowed sharply from 22.4% in 2024, leaving revenue just below its 2020 peak of CNY891.4 billion and raising the bar for further expansion, analysts cited by Chinastarmarket.cn said.

ICT MANUFACTURINGInfineon's power semiconductor content per kW to hit US$150 as 800V systems mature

Apr 1, 11:00

Infineon held its "We Power AI" event in Taipei this week, marking the second consecutive year the company has hosted a large-scale forum in Taiwan focused on power-related technologies for AI data centers. Adam White, President of Infineon's Power & Sensor Systems division, said that Taiwan is the absolute core of the AI data center ecosystem, and the company will continue to collaborate closely with Taiwan's supply chain partners. Looking ahead, AI servers will gradually upgrade from the current 500 kW per rack specification to the megawatt level. Accordingly, the power semiconductor content in AI data centers will also reach US$150 per kW.

ICT MANUFACTURINGGeopolitical jitters shake markets as AI shores up Taiwan's economic future

Apr 1, 10:45

As the US-Iran conflict continues, external concerns over its economic impact have intensified, and capital markets have recently experienced significant volatility. Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce (CNAIC) Chairman Thomas T.L. Wu explained how the words and actions of US President Donald Trump have had a major impact on short-term market fluctuations. Although rising international raw material prices in the short term have caused disruptions such as inflation and delivery delays, Taiwan's economy benefits from the strong foundation of the AI and ICT industries, and its medium- to long-term outlook remains promising.

ICT MANUFACTURINGGaN in 800V systems on the rise; Infineon and TI IDMs continue expanding production

Apr 1, 10:45

In the 800V power supply systems of AI data centers, market consensus has solidified around strong demand for wide bandgap semiconductors. The industry has broadly concluded that the adoption of gallium nitride (GaN) will rise rapidly, at a higher rate than silicon carbide (SiC).

ICT MANUFACTURINGFoxconn advances AI supply chain localization, splitting work between US and Mexico

Apr 1, 10:08

Foxconn's March 2026 capital campaign in North America signals a shift toward regionalized AI supply chains, promising shorter lead times, lower geopolitical risk, and improved delivery for global customers as it builds manufacturing, design, and system-integration capabilities across the US and Mexico while supporting cloud service provider investment needs.

ICT MANUFACTURINGSamsung expands innovation campus in India to boost global digital talent pipeline

Apr 1, 10:05

Samsung R&D Institute India, Bangalore, has expanded its Samsung Innovation Campus to six additional colleges, deepening its efforts to equip young learners with AI, IoT, and coding skills — strengthening digital workforce pipelines and international competitiveness while promoting inclusivity and employability through industry-aligned training and mentorship across India and beyond.

ICT MANUFACTURINGGoogle flags rising quantum threat to crypto security, urges shift to post-quantum encryption

Apr 1, 10:01

Google researchers have heightened concerns about the long-term security of cryptocurrencies, warning that advances in quantum computing could undermine the cryptographic foundations that protect digital assets such as Bitcoin, according to Bloomberg.

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