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Friday 14 February 2025
Dixon Technologies seeks senior EMS executives as its expansion plans progress
Dixon Technologies is scouting for senior talents for its expansion in electronics component backward integration, having recruited experts from Taiwan-based Wistron and China-based HKC, with more expected
Thursday 13 February 2025
Smartphone premiumization in India slows, Apple makes top 5 for the first time
In 2024, India's smartphone market saw a slowdown in premium device sales, with growth expected to come from low-to-mid-range models in 2025. Despite this, Apple experienced a 34% increase in iPhone shipments, breaking into the top five in the Indian market during the fourth quarter
Thursday 13 February 2025
Micron reportedly seeks new contractors for India ATMP facility amid delays
Micron Technology has launched the bidding process to secure a construction partner for the second phase of its ATMP project, as the first phase of its Indian ATMP facility faces delays, challenging India's goal of timely producing its first domestically manufactured chip
Tuesday 11 February 2025
Modi's US visit aims to ease potential tariff tensions with Trump
Amid Donald Trump's repeated statements threatening tariffs on imported goods into the US, the Indian Prime Minister's visit to the US may seek to address this issue. The Indian side may attempt to resolve tensions by expanding imports from the US
Tuesday 11 February 2025
Recycled plastics industry shifting capacities toward India
With global environmental regulations becoming stricter and trade barriers rising, the recycled plastics industry is experiencing significant changes. The EU's tougher environmental standards, combined with the US's new tariffs on China and China's changing waste import and export rules, are pushing circular economy businesses to seek new production locations
Monday 10 February 2025
Can Trump's tariffs war be a boon for India's tech sector?
US President Donald Trump's proposed new semiconductor tariffs could create an unexpected windfall for India's growing tech sector, according to industry experts
Monday 10 February 2025
Apple makes manufacturing pivot: scales back Vietnam MacBook production, ramps up India operations
Apple is shifting its strategy by scaling back its plans to expand MacBook production in Vietnam, which was expected to ramp up in late 2024. This marks a departure from its earlier aggressive expansion approach and contrasts with its growing manufacturing focus in India, which is becoming more central to Apple's production plans
Monday 10 February 2025
India roundup: India cuts tariffs amid Trump's tariff policy
As US President Donald Trump threatens to impose tariffs on trading partners, India has lowered its basic customs duties in its latest annual budget and is reportedly reducing the agriculture infrastructure and development cess
Thursday 6 February 2025
India reportedly reviewing import tariffs to avoid trade tension with US
According to Reuters, India is set to review import tariffs on more than 30 items, such as luxury cars, solar cells, and chemicals. This move may increase imports from the US amid rising global trade tensions. While no timeline for the review process was provided, analysts suggest it could take several months
Thursday 6 February 2025
Sam Altman highlights India's pivotal role in AI, especially in small model development
On the concluding stage of his Asian tour, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman highlighted India's capacity to become a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), especially in developing smaller models. With OpenAI seeking to broaden its market, Altman pointed out the company's keen interest in India's vibrant developer ecosystem as a key component of its expansion strategy
Wednesday 5 February 2025
India emerges as a key beneficiary amid tariff wars
US President Donald Trump's new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China escalate global trade tensions, potentially extending to the EU. India, not yet targeted, stands to benefit as it attracts companies diversifying from US-China trade uncertainties
Wednesday 5 February 2025
India, Europe diverge from the US on DeepSeek, igniting AI ambitions
Hangzhou-based AI startup DeepSeek has made global waves with the launch of its large language model (LLM). While US mainstream media remains largely critical, international coverage—especially in India and Europe—has taken a more optimistic stance on its potential impact
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Shein returns to India in partnership with Reliance under market-for-technology
Shein, the Chinese fast-fashion company, has returned to India nearly five years after a ban, partnering with Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail, highlighting India's adoption of a market-for-technology approach similar to China's
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Pegatron cuts shareholding of Indian iPhone plant to 40%
Pegatron has disclosed that it has reduced its holding in an Indian subsidiary to 40%, confirming reports saying India's Tata Electronics has acquired a 60% stake in the Taiwanese maker's iPhone manufacturing plant in the South Asian country
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Optiemus Electronics partners with TP-Link to manufacture networking devices amid Make-in-India
Optiemus Electronics, an India-based electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, has formed a strategic partnership with China-based TP-Link to manufacture networking devices and smart home products in India. The collaboration supports the country's 'Make in India' initiative while reinforcing India's position as a global manufacturing hub
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Intel signals overhaul of IDM 2.0 and foundry strategy with Lip-Bu Tan's appointment, says DIGITIMES