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On November 5, 2024, Republican candidate Donald Trump won the US presidential elections, setting him up for a second go-around in the White House.
On November 5, 2024, Republican candidate Donald Trump won the US presidential elections, setting him up for a second go-around in the White House. Due to Trump's constant mention of tariffs and his previous "America First" policies, many in the tech sector are preparing for what's to come in the next four years.

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Tuesday 21 January 2025
TikTok refugees turn to Red Note, shows commercial potential
Following TikTok's ban in the US (though it was reinstated just a day later), China's RedNote (international version of Xiaohongshu) quickly gained popularity in the US, becoming...
Monday 20 January 2025
Trump pleases TikTok users but delay on App's ban faces scrutiny
Donald Trump pledged Sunday to delay enforcement of a national security law that threatened to ban TikTok, but it's not clear that the app's Chinese parent company has satisfied the...
Monday 20 January 2025
Trump's return sparks concerns over tariffs, supply chains, and global trade
Donald Trump is set to return to the White House on January 20 and is poised to sign over 20 executive orders targeting immigration, energy, and tax policies. The actions are expected...
Friday 17 January 2025
Trump's policy likely to increase US carbon emissions by 4 billion tons of CO2 equivalent, says DIGITIMES Research
The return of Donald Trump to power introduces substantial uncertainty in the progression of global climate change initiatives. An analysis by DIGITIMES Research delves into his energy...
Friday 17 January 2025
Taiwan's trade surplus with US raises negotiation challenges as Trump returns to power
Statistics from Taiwan's Ministry of Finance show a significant trade surplus with the US of US$64.88 billion. Coinciding with Donald Trump's second term as President, it may put...
Friday 17 January 2025
Asian countries urgently need to strategize against aggressive Trump 2.0 policies
As Donald Trump prepares to be inaugurated as President of the US on January 20, his controversial campaign statements and post-election remarks have raised alarm among allies in...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Trump 2.0 spurs Taiwan firms to consider dual HQ strategy
The impending return of Donald Trump to the White House may trigger significant global economic disruption. The president-elect's threats to increase tariffs on Vietnamese and Mexican...
Wednesday 8 January 2025
Trump 2.0's decoupling policy reshapes IC design strategies for 2025
With the Trump administration poised to take office, industry expectations point to a sharper division in global electronic supply chains. US electronic products are expected to adopt...
Wednesday 8 January 2025
Senao Networks eyes Thailand, Malaysia as Vietnam faces tariff risks under Trump
Senao Networks is navigating the complex geopolitical landscape shaped by the enduring US-China trade tensions. Chairman Tommy Tsai articulated the company's strategic approach amidst...
Tuesday 7 January 2025
Global auto market faces turbulence as Trump's return fuels uncertainty
The global automotive sector faces unprecedented challenges as 2024 witnessed a wave of unexpected resignations among top executives at major automakers and Tier 1 suppliers, with...
Friday 3 January 2025
2025 predictions: Advanced process competition, Trump's tariff war, and China's continued lead in EV growth
As 2024 comes to a close, the global technology industry is looking forward to new opportunities in 2025. The rapid implementation of generative AI (GenAI) technologies has led to...
Tuesday 31 December 2024
China's calculated retaliation intensifies tensions as Trump hints at renewed tariffs
Following Donald Trump's election, the US-China trade war appeared to be entering a new phase with Trump's announcement in late November of additional tariffs on China, Mexico, and...
Tuesday 31 December 2024
Huawei sanctions 2.0 in the cards with Trump back in office
Donald Trump's return to the US presidency, coupled with his appointment of hawkish cabinet members focused on China, signals the likelihood of escalated trade and technology sanctions...
Tuesday 31 December 2024
2025 semiconductor boom: AI to drive growth while Trump era adds volatility
As 2024 concludes and 2025 begins, AI remains the cornerstone of semiconductor sector growth, fueling increased demand for foundry services. However, Donald Trump's return to the...
Monday 30 December 2024
Trump's policies may reshape self-driving regulations, boosting Tesla's advantage
As Donald Trump readies his return to the White House, the automotive supply chain braces for potential regulatory shifts favoring Tesla. Reports suggest Trump's transition team aims...