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Wednesday 13 May 2026

Intel's preliminary Apple deal puts Samsung's foundry ambitions under pressure

Intel's reported preliminary agreement to manufacture some chips for Apple is putting new pressure on Samsung Electronics, as the US chipmaker...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Altasec deepens edge AI imaging push into Europe and US security markets

Altasec Technology, a smart security and control solutions provider founded in 2011, will list on Taiwan's Emerging Stock Board on May 14 as it moves to capture demand from AI applications...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Tesla boosts Berlin output with US$250M battery cell expansion

Tesla is investing US$250 million to expand battery-cell production at its Berlin-Brandenburg Gigafactory, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Europe just as the company starts...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Samsung labor talks collapse as bonus dispute threatens chip output

Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union failed to reach a pay deal following government-mediated talks, raising the risk of an 18-day strike beginning May 21, 2026, that could...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Doosan to build new CCL plant in Thailand

South Korean copper clad laminate (CCL) maker Doosan is reportedly moving to strengthen its overseas capacity in Thailand, a key production hub for Taiwan PCB suppliers serving global...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Canada warns US tariff rollback is non-negotiable as USMCA review looms

Canada and industry groups pushed back against the prospect of linked concessions as the US prepared for a high-level summit with China on May 14 and North America readied for the...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Hanwha Semitech to supply FO-PLP equipment for SpaceX-linked chip production

South Korean semiconductor equipment maker Hanwha Semitech is reportedly preparing to supply fan-out panel-level packaging (FO-PLP) equipment for advanced chip packaging in the second...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Lite-On, Delta benefit from surge in AI server power demand

April results from Taiwan's power electronics sector underscored how deeply artificial intelligence infrastructure is reshaping demand for energy systems, with strong growth across...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Taiwan to set up US industrial parks as bilateral ties deepen

The US may soon see Taiwan-style industrial parks, according to officials and industry representatives who recently visited the country to attend a trade summit. The development could...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Acter reports record first-quarter results as AI-driven orders push backlog past NT$50 billion

Acter Group reported record first-quarter 2026 results as sustained demand from semiconductor, AI data center, and high-tech electronics customers drove factory buildouts and expansions,...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Taiwan telecoms post strong April on 5G migration and enterprise ICT momentum

Taiwan's major telecom operators delivered robust April results, supported by continued 5G migration, seasonal smartphone demand around Mother's Day, and sustained contributions from...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

TsangYow's Malaysia plant to start up in 2026

At the recently concluded SEMICON SEA, the scale of industry interest in Southeast Asia was clear. Alongside the growing presence of Chinese exhibitors and the expanding ranks of Singapore...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Taiwan machinery exports rise for 15th month on AI and semiconductor demand

Taiwan's machinery exports expanded for the 15th consecutive month in April 2026, as sustained demand for AI infrastructure and semiconductors lifted shipments of electronic equipment...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Chinese battery firms gain market share as North American EV slowdown hits Korean Rivals

Global electric-vehicle battery demand continued to expand in the first quarter of 2026, even as growth in several major automotive markets slowed, underscoring the industry's shifting...

Wednesday 13 May 2026

AI server tracker: GUC surges ahead as Faraday and Alchip face slower 2026 start

Taiwan's ASIC and design services sector is showing sharply diverging fortunes in 2026, with new monthly revenue data highlighting strong...

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