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Wednesday 21 August 2024
Japan to reportedly subsidize firms to develop supply chain, independent of China in SEA
Fifteen Japanese companies plan to invest approximately JPY100 billion (US$680 million) in research, development, and equipment across Southeast Asia, focusing on the electric vehicle,...
Monday 19 August 2024
Indonesia seeks bigger biodiesel blend to reduce fossil fuel use
Indonesia is seeking to blend more palm oil with diesel to cut its use of fossil fuels, with the ambitious target raising the risk of tightening supply of the tropical oil.
Monday 19 August 2024
Regionalized production benefits Foxconn
The US-China trade war, combined with the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent global supply chain relocations, has benefited Foxconn due to its diversified global footprint.
Friday 16 August 2024
International firms eyes Vietnam semiconductor talent amid rising geopolitical tension
Vietnam has made talent development a top priority to support the country's growth semiconductor industry.
Thursday 15 August 2024
Tesla hits pause on Thai factory plans, focuses on charging stations; Malaysia and Indonesia left waiting
Tesla has reportedly paused its plans to build a factory in Thailand and will instead focus on establishing charging stations.
Wednesday 14 August 2024
Topoint anticipates 4Q24 pilot runs for new Thai plant
Taiwan-based Topoint Technology, which manufactures drill bits for producing IC substrates and PCBs and also accepts OEM drilling orders from clients, expects to begin pilot runs...
Wednesday 14 August 2024
China-based brands shoot for Vietnam's high-end mobile phone market
Vietnam's smartphone market is becoming more competitive, and every company is fighting for business opportunities in AI and high-end mobile phones.
Wednesday 14 August 2024
Penang to host inaugural 2024 Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Summit with strong Chinese presence
Malaysia, after hosting SEMICON Southeast Asia in May, is set to hold the first Asia Pacific Semiconductor Summit and Expo (APSSE) from October 16 to 18, showcasing the country's...
Monday 12 August 2024
Government support fuels Malaysia's new Infineon Kulim plant
Infineon inaugurated its new 8-inch SiC semiconductor plant in Kulim, Malaysia, on August 8.
Monday 12 August 2024
Thailand transforms into EV hub as Chinese manufacturers gain ground amid economic challenges
Thailand, a key automotive hub in Southeast Asia, is undergoing a significant shift towards electric vehicles (EVs). Driven by government incentives, many Chinese companies are entering...
Friday 9 August 2024
Chang Wah Electromaterials appoints new CEO as subsidiary CWTC announces major US$100M expansion in Malaysia
Chang Wah Electromaterials Inc. (CWE), a leading semiconductor materials and distribution company based in Taiwan, recently held a board meeting where the promotion of General Manager...
Friday 9 August 2024
Taiwan-based PCB industry navigates sustainability demands amid SEA expansion
Approaching the final quarter of 2024, major PCB and IC substrate manufacturers are expanding operations in Southeast Asia to reduce dependence on Chinese production. Needless to...
Friday 9 August 2024
What makes Malaysia so attractive to companies like Enovix and Infineon?
Enovix, a next-generation 3D silicon-lithium battery design and manufacturing company founded in 2007, is a global leader in high-performance battery technology. On August 8, it announced...
Friday 9 August 2024
Five key takeaways from Infineon 8-inch SiC fab opening event
Infineon has built a new plant in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Malaysia, dedicated to generating 8-inch silicon carbide (SiC) wafers. Here are five major takeaways from the new facility's...
Thursday 8 August 2024
Infineon's US$8 billion plant to boost Malaysian chip ambitions
Malaysia is gaining more heft in the global supply chain as Infineon Technologies AG opens a major semiconductor manufacturing complex in the country, the Southeast Asian nation's...
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Samsung expands mobile phone production beyond Asian countries, says DIGITIMES Research
SLMs to increase presence in GenAI business opportunities, says DIGITIMES Research
Generative AI market to reach US$1.5 trillion by 2030 with Taiwan holds hardware advantage; software and services to see promising future, says DIGITIMES Research