Backed by state subsidies and a self-sufficient supply chain, China is ramping up SiC substrate and mature process chip production at an unprecedented pace. The expansion is fueling fears of a global oversupply and intensifying price competition for industry leaders like Rohm Semiconductor and Wolfspeed

India, the world's most populous country with a population of over 1.4 billion, has enormous growth potential in the network communications market. In the past, India lagged behind others in 3G and 4G development due to a number of factors, such as a market over-crowded with competitors, weak telecommunications infrastructure, and poor policy implementation. However, the arrival of the 5G era has gradually changed the landscape of India's telecommunications market, according to DIGITIMES's latest report covering India's 5G market

At the end of February, I attended an exclusive "Breakthrough Technology Dialogue" in Singapore—a gathering of global tech elites. My aim was to capture the essence of the insights shared while blending in my own observations, offering a glimpse into the collective mindset driving Asia's embrace of transformative technologies

Ennocon, a Taiwan-based industrial PC (IPC) manufacturer and Foxconn subsidiary, has reportedly begun operations in India, targeting the industrial automation and digital transformation market. The move reflects a shift in manufacturing as IPC companies relocate production from China to India and Southeast Asia amid geopolitical tensions

Recently, Chinese lithium battery powerhouse Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) announced it had initiated arbitration proceedings with the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) against US energy storage company Powin. CATL claims Powin owes CNY319 million (US$43 million) and is seeking the seizure of Powin's assets. The same complaint has also been filed with the US Circuit Court in Oregon

Singapore is investigating whether Dell Technologies Inc. and Super Micro Computer Inc. servers shipped to Malaysia housed Nvidia Corp. chips barred from China, outlining a case that's highlighted the role of middlemen in funneling high-end semiconductors

Malaysia announced Arm Holdings Plc's imminent deal to establish a base in Malaysia, highlighting the importance of political stability and transparent policies. However, the country's talent outflow challenges the plan, despite efforts under the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS) and a commitment of MYR25 billion (approx. US$5.6 billion) to bolster semiconductor industry training

Xiaomi's latest electric vehicle (EV), the SU7 Ultra, has exceeded expectations, hitting over 10,000 locked orders in less than three days since its launch on February 27. According to Xiaomi CEO Jun Lei, the company has already met its annual sales target ahead of schedule, with 19,000 confirmed orders and production now underway

With the European Union (EU) increasing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports, BYD is ramping up its localization efforts to minimize the impact. The company is evaluating potential sites for a third European factory and expects to finalize its decision within the next 18 months, according to Executive Vice President Stella Li

Kaynes Technology, a leading Indian electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, is planning strategic acquisitions in Japan and Taiwan to expand its global footprint and enhance manufacturing capabilities

Smartphone shipments in the Chinese market reached slightly less than 79 million units in the fourth quarter of 2024, representing a 14.9% increase quarter-over-quarter and a 0.6% growth year-over-year. Looking ahead to the first quarter of 2025, it is estimated that shipment volumes will experience a single-digit decline, according to DIGITIMES' latest report covering the Chinese smartphone market

Lens Technology is expanding beyond smartphones, strengthening its position in automotive glass manufacturing. While still a key Apple supplier, the company is accelerating its shift into new-energy vehicle (NEV) components, positioning itself for long-term growth despite short-term market headwinds

HP is cutting up to 2,000 jobs and scaling back its dependence on Chinese manufacturing for the North American market. This decision follows mounting US tariffs and rising component costs as the company reshapes its supply chain to stay competitive

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. has begun production at its new manufacturing facility in Kharkhoda, Haryana, marking its first plant opening in eight years. The facility, inaugurated on February 25, is part of the company's broader strategy to expand production capacity and strengthen its presence in India's evolving passenger vehicle market, Nikkei and Bloomberg reports

The humanoid robotics industry is expanding rapidly, fueled by breakthroughs in AI, precision manufacturing, and materials science. By 2030, the global market is expected to surpass US$350 billion, with China leveraging its mature supply chain and cost efficiency to capture more than half of the market