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Thursday 5 February 2026
Amazon explores deeper OpenAI ties as AI competition intensifies

Amazon is in discussions to secure special access to OpenAI's technology as it considers a multibillion-dollar equity investment in the AI company, according to a report by The Information. The talks highlight how major cloud providers are seeking closer relationships with leading AI model developers as competition in consumer and enterprise AI accelerates.

Thursday 5 February 2026
Wi-Fi, auto, and data center momentum underpin Skyworks' broad market confidence

Skyworks Solutions devoted much of its earnings call Q&A to outlining why broad markets remain a key growth driver, with management highlighting sustained demand across Wi-Fi, automotive connectivity, and data center infrastructure.

Thursday 5 February 2026
Skyworks signals confidence in mobile stability as AI and mix uncertainty shape outlook

At its first quarter fiscal year 2026 earnings call, Skyworks Solutions addressed investor concerns around mobile content stability, pricing risk, and visibility into upcoming handset cycles, emphasizing defensiveness over aggressive growth assumptions.

Thursday 5 February 2026
AEMC joint venture to build semiconductor adhesives R&D center in Southern Taiwan Science Park

Shin Bao Hong Technology (transliteration), a joint venture backed by three Taiwanese firms: Advanced Echem Materials (AEMC), Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group, and Trusval Technology, applied to establish a branch at the Tainan campus of the Southern Taiwan Science Park, where it plans to build an advanced research and development center focused on adhesive materials used in semiconductor manufacturing processes.

Thursday 5 February 2026
Taiwan companies navigate supply chain gaps as India emerges as key manufacturing market
The US move to lower reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18% is reshaping Taiwan manufacturers' India strategies, creating fresh opportunities in localization and import substitution while highlighting persistent risks tied to supply chain gaps, currency volatility, and execution challenges for Taiwanese IC and electronics suppliers.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Vanguard International Semiconductor sees strong 2026 AI server power demand
Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) forecasts that the semiconductor market in 2026 will be driven primarily by expanding AI investments and applications, which will broadly boost chip demand. At the same time, inventory corrections for commercial, industrial, and automotive chips are gradually returning to healthy levels, strengthening mature process demand.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Intel CEO unveils plans to enter GPU market dominated by Nvidia
Intel is making a bold strategic push into graphics processing units (GPUs), a segment long dominated by Nvidia. According to Reuters, Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan announced on Tuesday at an AI conference in San Francisco that the company plans to design and build its own GPUs. The move signals a significant shift in the chipmaker's product focus.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
AI drives ODM/EMS growth despite weak consumer electronics in 2025
Global data center investment in 2025 has begun to shift decisively, driven by the rapid expansion of generative artificial intelligence and the growing computational demands of large-scale model training. Spending is moving away from conventional, general-purpose servers toward high-performance computing platforms built specifically for AI training and inference. This transition is ushering the server supply chain into a new phase of structural growth.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Taiwan prioritizes global partnerships in trade
Officials from Taiwan's Ministry of Finance are attending the 2026 APEC Finance and Central Bank Deputies' Meeting (FCBDM) in Shanghai from February 4-5, just after opposition Kuomintang (KMT) leaders led business representatives to Beijing for a cross-strait exchange forum on February 3. Some argue that Taiwan should not deepen ties solely with the US to avoid losing economic resilience, emphasizing the need to maintain trade and investment relations with China.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Defending the crown: Samsung and LG leverage AI and Micro RGB to counter Chinese rivals in appliances and displays
As Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics prepare for 2026, both South Korean technology leaders are sharpening their competitive edge by embedding artificial intelligence (AI) across displays and home appliances. Beyond hardware upgrades, their strategies increasingly rely on subscription and leasing models, platform ecosystems, and an expanded Micro RGB TV lineup, signaling a shift toward service-oriented growth and deeper customer engagement.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Karnataka govt wades into Foxconn tax dispute, averting escalation
The Karnataka government has asked two local gram panchayats to stand down from taking action against Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn over alleged tax dues, a move that temporarily defuses a dispute threatening the state's investment climate, according to The Economic Times.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
India wins electronics investment, but key gap threatens momentum
India's rise as an electronics manufacturing hub has been one of the fastest shifts in the global supply chain over the past decade. Geopolitical realignments, generous incentives, and growing interest from multinational companies have pushed the country into the spotlight as a serious alternative manufacturing base.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Taiwan-US sign Pax Silica Declaration to boost trusted AI and advanced robotics
The sixth US-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue (EPPD) recently concluded with the signing of a joint statement on the Pax Silica Declaration and US-Taiwan Cooperation on Economic Security. The Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce (CNAIC) expressed strong support, highlighting that the dialogue precisely focused on complementary strengths between Taiwan and US industries, facilitating deep collaboration in trusted AI and advanced robotics.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Taiwan's paper-counting academic culture is being challenged—here's why
Taiwan has long measured academic success through publication volume, a metric that has driven intense competition with China in research output. But National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) Minister Cheng-wen Wu is now calling for a different approach—one focused on global impact and technological leadership rather than paper counts.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Liquid cooling's next frontier: Data centers rethink heat management

If the first revolution in artificial intelligence (AI) data centers was the move from air cooling to liquid cooling, the second is now unfolding: equipping cooling distribution units (CDUs) with on-board intelligence.

Tuesday 3 February 2026
AMD and Broadcom back Powertech's FOPLP; monthly revenue to hit NT$3 billion
Memory packaging giant Powertech Technology is aggressively expanding into fan-out panel-level packaging (FOPLP), with chairman Duh-Kung Tsai optimistic about the AI industry. Amid ongoing memory shortages and rising demand for advanced packaging, Powertech aims to become the top partner outside the TSMC ecosystem, expecting a significant revenue surge in 2027-2028 as FOPLP capacity reaches full utilization, contributing NT$3 billion (US$95 million) monthly.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Univacco Technology to launch Vietnam factory, targets global market competitiveness
Vacuum coating film maker Univacco Technology plans to begin mass production at its new Vietnam facility in the first half of 2027. The overseas factory is designed to take advantage of tariff benefits, lower manufacturing costs, and an ample labor supply, supporting the company's efforts to strengthen competitiveness in international markets.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Foxconn faces tax dispute in Karnataka, prompting government intervention
Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn is embroiled in a local tax dispute in Karnataka, with two gram panchayats issuing notices over alleged unpaid dues and requests for detailed land-use documentation. The development has sparked concerns over the state's investment climate as it seeks to attract high-end electronics manufacturers, according to The Economic Times, Money Control, and India Today.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Trump's India tariff pledge draws skepticism as New Delhi continues to diversify trade ties
A surprise tariff announcement by US President Donald Trump following a call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has eased immediate trade pressure on India, but the lack of detail and India's parallel push to diversify partners suggest the deal may be more tactical than transformative.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Oracle plans US$50 billion fundraising in 2026, reportedly considering layoffs and asset sales
Oracle announced plans to raise US$45-50 billion in 2026 to expand its cloud infrastructure, aiming to meet demand from major customers including OpenAI, AMD, Meta, Nvidia, TikTok, and xAI. However, investment banks warn of rising financing pressures, with reports indicating Oracle is evaluating workforce reductions and the sale of its healthcare technology unit, Cerner, to ease financial strain.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Nvidia reclaims cooling control as AI CDU ushers software-defined thermal management
AI data centers are undergoing an unprecedented thermodynamic power shift. From the semiconductor supply chain's perspective, Nvidia has quietly initiated a "cooling reform," transitioning from traditional separated cooling architectures toward highly integrated, actively managed motherboard designs.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
Taiwan's top talent pivots to healthcare, eyeing TSMC-style success
TSMC leads the global semiconductor race with advanced processes and a market value of NT$46.5 trillion (US$1.47 trillion), placing itself at the core of what is commonly described as Taiwan's "silicon shield." Inspired by this success, Taiwan's top talent is now turning to the medical field, aiming to replicate TSMC's path by developing a biotech- and healthcare-centered "shield" that could become another national pillar.
Monday 2 February 2026
Microsoft cuts Maia 200 chip costs by 30% amid GPU shortage and strong demand
Microsoft reported better-than-expected revenue and profit for its fiscal second quarter 2026, but concerns linger over slowing cloud growth. Despite expanding capital expenditure (capex), Azure's core business showed a decline in growth, raising questions about Microsoft's competitive edge in the AI race.
Monday 2 February 2026
Apple boosts high-end iPhone share as Foxconn solidifies assembly lead
Amid a cautious recovery in the consumer electronics market, Apple highlighted the critical role of its iPhone series in driving overall operations in its fiscal first-quarter 2026 earnings report. The company reported record-high iPhone-related revenue this quarter, with year-over-year growth significantly outpacing the overall average and serving as the core driver of holiday-season sales expansion.
Monday 2 February 2026
Liquid cooling triples growth for thermal solution makers
AI computing demand is increasing the need for thermal management. To optimize space efficiency in data centers, server cooling is shifting from traditional air cooling to liquid cooling, bringing a new wave of high-growth revenue opportunities for thermal solution companies. Leading Taiwanese thermal module makers Asia Vital Components (AVC) and Auras Technology's revenues jumped as they expanded from PCs and smartphones into server cooling. AVC also benefits from server components like enclosures and quick connectors, with year-over-year growth approaching triple digits.