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Wednesday 18 December 2024
Apple selects Chinese supplier for next-gen HomePod displays
In a strategic move to diversify its display supply chain, Apple has selected Tianma Microelectronics to provide 7-inch LCD panels for its upcoming screen-equipped HomePod, scheduled...
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Chinese manufacturers stockpile South Korean components ahead of Trump 2.0
Despite continued weak demand for South Korean displays and components in 2024, an unexpected recovery has emerged near year-end. Analysts interpret this trend as a response to the...
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Chinese hybrids evade EV tariffs, gain ground in EU
Chinese automakers, led by BYD, are leveraging hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) to strengthen their foothold in the European market, where the European Union's (EU) increased tariffs...
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Rapidus partners with EDA leaders to accelerate 2nm chip design
Rapidus has established strategic partnerships with two leading electronic design automation (EDA) companies to expedite the mass production of next-generation semiconductor chips.
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Japanese companies in Taiwan decline, expansion seen in semiconductor sector
In recent developments, a report has unveiled a notable shift in the business landscape concerning Japanese companies operating in Taiwan.
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Samsung pivots to mature processes in China, navigating US export controls
Samsung Electronics is doubling down on mature process foundry services while strengthening partnerships with IC design firms to expand its footprint in China, carefully navigating...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Baidu's car dream crashes as Ji Yue Auto spirals, exposing the pitfalls of automaking
Ji Yue Auto's sudden collapse has jolted the industry, marking a sharp and unceremonious shift in Baidu's automotive ambitions. Once the tech giant's symbol of its car-making aspirations,...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Xiaomi's CNY100 billion cash reserve is seen as lifeline for its automotive ambitions
Given the current competitive landscape among Chinese automakers, it is not surprising that new entrants face challenges in vehicle manufacturing. However, Ji Yue's recent turmoil...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Asia's floating wind race: South Korea, Taiwan set sail as Japan stays in port?
The competition to dominate Asia's nascent floating offshore wind market is intensifying, with Taiwan and South Korea emerging as frontrunners while Japan's cautious approach risks...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
China targets Nvidia as cloud firms navigate AI chip restrictions
The Chinese government has ramped up actions against Nvidia, including reopening antitrust investigations and abruptly removing all products from the company's Tmall flagship store...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
LGD's OLED gamble: a decade of investments tested as market stalls
LG Display (LGD) has spent over a decade investing in OLED TV panel technology. However, the market's growth remains sluggish as Samsung Electronics and Chinese manufacturers prioritize...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Samsung to enter 2nm production in 2025, challenging TSMC
TSMC and Samsung Electronics (Samsung) are set to begin mass production of 2nm technology starting in 2025. Both industry giants are actively vying for customer orders. The South...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Samsung taps RISC-V potential with expert recruitment in China
Samsung Electronics is stepping up talent recruitment in China to advance next-generation semiconductor development. With China's rapidly growing semiconductor IP market, Samsung...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Advantest unveils testing solutions for AI and advanced chips
Japanese semiconductor testing equipment firm Advantest has announced its latest testing solutions for advanced applications such as high-end memory, 5G, AI, and high-performance...
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Beyond China: display maker EDT to expand bases in SEA
Amid growing US-China tensions, display maker EDT is preparing to diversify its manufacturing footprint beyond Taiwan, joining a wider industry shift that could reshape Asia's tech...