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Thursday 13 February 2025
Samsung reportedly to upgrade China NAND production to 286 layers
Samsung Electronics plans to convert part of its 3D NAND production at its Xi'an plant in China to the company's most advanced 286-layer stacked products.
Thursday 13 February 2025
US Paris Agreement exit rattles global climate commitments
Under the Paris Agreement, nations were required to update and submit their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) every five years, with the deadline having passed on February...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Taiwanese AI server assembly may not shift abroad; air freight value-added facilities aim for year-end completion
Foxconn chairman Young Liu announced plans in October 2024 to build a massive GB200 server factory in Mexico, but products entering the US from Mexico could face new tariff barriers...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Taiwan leverages DeepSeek-R1 to advance Traditional Chinese AI
A new initiative is revitalizing Taiwan's Traditional Chinese AI development landscape by leveraging DeepSeek-R1, an open-source model from Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. This effort...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Korean wafer foundry utilization rates rise on China consumption stimulus programs
South Korea's 8-inch wafer foundry DB HiTek reportedly has seen a significant increase in capacity utilization, thanks to demand from China.
Thursday 13 February 2025
Novatek projects broad 1Q24 rebound, but automotive demand lags
Novatek Microelectronics, Taiwan's leading display driver IC (DDI) maker, reported a fourth-quarter 2024 revenue of NT$25.263 billion (US$768 million), marking a 9.34% sequential...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Renault holds key to Nissan's future as Foxconn ponders move
As iPhone maker Foxconn circles the ailing Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Co., Renault SA will play a decisive role in any deal that's struck.
Thursday 13 February 2025
Why Mexico and Canada's retaliation to Trump tariffs may fuel further economic uncertainty across North America
The recent tariffs imposed on Mexico and Canada have sparked significant attention, with Washington later delaying their implementation by a month. Both countries have signaled their...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Taiwan drone sector navigates between European and US partnerships amid geopolitical tensions
Taiwan's efforts to expand its drone industry are gaining momentum in Europe, while collaboration with the US remains uncertain amid complex geopolitical dynamics. The Taiwan Excellence...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Decoding Taiwan-US semiconductor trade ties (Part 5): record exports mark milestone in bilateral chip partnership
According to statistics from the Customs Administration of the Republic of China, Taiwan's total semiconductor exports in 2024 amounted to US$165 billion, with exports to China and...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Taiyo Yuden raises fiscal 2024 projections; cites improved outlook for components demand from data centers
Japanese electronic components supplier Taiyo Yuden has revised its financial forecast for fiscal 2024 (ending March 31, 2025), expecting year-over-year increases in revenue and operating...
Thursday 13 February 2025
Apple and Foxconn face steep hurdles in Nissan stakes bid amid Honda merger collapse
The proposed merger between Honda and Nissan has reached an impasse, while Renault is preparing to reduce its 36% ownership in Nissan. This development has sparked speculation about...
Wednesday 12 February 2025
Taiwan launches talent recruitment program to bridge gap in AI, quantum research
A recent study by Academia Sinica highlights the need for Taiwan to inject fresh momentum into fundamental research, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI). The study suggests...
Wednesday 12 February 2025
Bridgestone rides Taiwan's EV boom with high-tech tires
The surge in luxury car and electric vehicle (EV) sales in Taiwan has created profitable opportunities for component suppliers, particularly in the tire sector. Bridgestone Taiwan...
Wednesday 12 February 2025
TSMC approves US$17.1B capital appropriation to boost advanced technology, packaging, and fab upgrades
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has released its financial and strategic plans for the coming year as its board approved its 2024 Business Report and Financial St...