Despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and a seasonal slowdown after the second-quarter stockpiling, memory chip suppliers remain cautiously upbeat about growth heading into the third quarter of 2025. A worsening shortage of DDR4 modules has triggered a surge in rush orders from customers, with demand skyrocketing and prices for DDR4 now surpassing those of newer DDR5 products—a rare flip that's accelerating the industry's transition to next-gen memory. Analysts expect the supply crunch to persist through the end of the year.
In a move to strengthen its technological R&D and localized manufacturing capabilities, global interconnect solutions provider BizLink Holding Inc. formally inaugurated its Advanced Technology Center (transliteration) in Tainan, Taiwan, on June 26. The facility marks a strategic investment in both high-end production and sustainable development as the company deepens its presence in Taiwan.
Taiwanese Micro Controller Unit (MCU) maker Megawin Technology announced a strategic pivot toward non-China markets during its investor conference Monday, signaling early success in its global expansion strategy and a growing emphasis on automotive and industrial sectors.