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Monday 10 February 2025
Traditional industries seeking survival solutions: Is forming holding companies like WPG Holdings feasible?
While Taiwan's semiconductor and server sectors have thrived in recent years, traditional industries have faced mounting challenges. In response, the government has proposed encouraging...
Thursday 6 February 2025
Taiwan machine tool exports down 15%; government turns to AI to help address industry woes
Taiwan's total machine tool exports dropped 14.8% year-over-year to US$2.218 billion in 2024, prompting the government to introduce measures aimed at revitalizing the industry. The...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Samsung strives to keep pace with competitors in DRAM development
Samsung Electronics has officially denied recent reports suggesting plans to revise the design of its fifth-generation 10nm-class DRAM (1b DRAM), emphasizing that no such changes...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Samsung reportedly halves foundry capex amid order shortage
Samsung Electronics plans to drastically reduce capital expenditure for its wafer foundry business by more than half in 2025, as the company grapples with a lack of customer orders...
Thursday 16 January 2025
MediaTek and Himax to challenge US giants with SiPh solutions
Silicon photonics (SiPh) has garnered significant business interest as a technology solution for high-speed data transfer in the era of AI. Currently, leading US chip manufacturers...
Friday 3 January 2025
Taiwan extends IC design subsidies amid US$914.07 million budget gap
Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) will launch the second phase of its subsidy program for domestic IC design houses in 2025, aimed at boosting their competitiveness against...
Thursday 2 January 2025
Samsung kickoff advanced packaging supply chain overhaul with equipment shakeup
Samsung Electronics has launched a comprehensive overhaul of its advanced packaging supply chain, focusing on "reassessing" materials, components, and equipment to boost competitiveness...
Monday 16 December 2024
Trump 2.0 policy shift sparks Taiwan machinery sector pivot
The upcoming US policy focus on "high tariffs" and "Made in America" initiatives could significantly impact Taiwan's machinery exports while potentially creating new opportunities...
Wednesday 11 December 2024
Taiwan defense innovation group prioritizes drones, countermeasures
Taiwan has launched the "Defense Innovation Unit" to accelerate the development of dual-use military technologies, with a particular focus on drones and countermeasures. The initiative...
Thursday 5 December 2024
Lack of homegrown chips could stifle Taiwanese drone and LEO satellite development
Development of drones and low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites in Taiwan has been hindered by a lack of domestically developed chips, according to industry sources.
Friday 29 November 2024
Samsung Foundry's uncertain future: What path should it take?
Amid challenges, Samsung has decided to scale back investments in its foundry business, prioritizing existing production lines to reduce losses and refocusing efforts on regaining...
Thursday 28 November 2024
Innolux sharpens focus on carbon neutrality with innovative energy solutions
Innolux has pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from 2020 levels by 2030, aligning with its carbon reduction goals. The company targets achieving a 20% renewable energy...
Wednesday 27 November 2024
Samsung executive reshuffle: new foundry head to boost Nvidia ties
Samsung Electronics (Samsung) has implemented a significant personnel adjustment within its Device Solutions (DS) division to regain competitiveness in the semiconductor sector. This...
Thursday 21 November 2024
Samsung expands Suzhou packaging investments to bolster HBM competitiveness
Samsung Electronics is bolstering its HBM competitiveness through significant investments in advanced packaging. Upgrades are underway at its Cheonan facility in South Korea, and...
Thursday 7 November 2024
National-level computing power emerges as key indicator of global competitiveness
In the digital economy, national-level computing power is a key indicator of global competitiveness, with countries like China, the US, and Europe vying for dominance. The advancement...