The European Union's (EU) tariff policy is designed to preserve the advantages of its domestic industry chain, but the high taxes imposed on Chinese auto businesses have motivated major manufacturers, including BYD, to establish local facilities

Since its US launch in February and subsequent rollout to more markets in June, Apple's Vision Pro has received praise and criticism. After personally experiencing it at the Canton Road Apple Store in Hong Kong, my biggest takeaway was that it was a truly "smooth" experience

DIGITIMES Research's latest study on automotive components shows that automotive CMOS image sensors (CIS) have become the automotive industry's mainstream choice for cameras due to their advantages of low power consumption and high processing speed and can help greatly in accelerating autonomous driving popularization

As Microsoft transitions from a software giant to a cloud leader, with its cloud business now accounting for 40% of its revenue, a senior executive emphasized the company's expanding AI partnerships. The executive clarified that Microsoft's custom chip development serves as a reference model for customers rather than positioning the company as a competitor to chip manufacturers

Boosted by short-term orders in the electronics supply chain and shipments of AI and high-performance computing (HPC) chips, Taiwan's wafer foundry industry posted better-than-expected revenue in the first half of 2024, reaching US$44.5 billion. This represents a growth of 19% year-on-year and 6% from the second half of 2023, indicating a steady recovery in the industry, according to DIGITIMES Research's latest report covering Taiwan's wafer foundry industry

Rapidus, a Japanese semiconductor startup aiming to mass-produce 2nm chips by 2027, faces significant funding, technology, and market competitiveness challenges

The US Department of Commerce has announced a new initiative to maintain the country's semiconductor industry leadership by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to develop sustainable materials and processes. With up to $100 million in anticipated funding, this competition is part of the CHIPS for America program, which seeks to drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing while addressing environmental challenges

Cultural sensitivity has not always been a strength of Taiwanese businesses, potentially straining Taiwan-Japan relations as Taiwan's semiconductor ventures expand overseas without fully considering local communities' perspectives

Vietnam, as Samsung Electronics' largest smartphone production base, has seen the company invest over KRW30 trillion (US$22.37 billion) locally over the past 17 years, earning the title of "national enterprise of Vietnam." However, concerns have emerged as Samsung lost its leading position in the Vietnamese smartphone market to Chinese competitors in the second quarter, prompting claims of "Vietnam betraying Samsung.

Amid speculation surrounding a potential acquisition of Intel by Qualcomm, reports have surfaced indicating Apollo-managed funds, a key partner in Intel's "Smart Capital" initiative, has expressed interest in increasing its equity investment by US$5 billion

As AI continues to captivate the tech world, industry experts are shifting their focus to the next big challenge: energy efficiency. Brandon Wang, vice president of corporate strategy at Synopsys, recently shared insights on how this crucial factor could shape the future of AI and semiconductors

Despite a broader economic stagnation and softening demand across various sectors, investment in AI, especially cloud AI, remains exceptionally high. Concerns are mounting about a potential AI bubble and whether this poses a real crisis or is merely a false issue

On September 20, news of Qualcomm's intentions to acquire Intel sent a shock wave through Silicon Valley and Wall Street

The escalating tensions between major powers are reshaping global investment and trade patterns, leading to a surge in companies facing divestment, relocation, and investment shifts. This trend suggests an impending rise in production and trade costs, coupled with intensified competition for localized investments. Nations that previously benefited from global supply chain shifts should remain vigilant, as they may become potential targets in the United States' evolving trade strategies

The Wall Street Journal reported that Qualcomm has approached Intel for a potential takeover, a story later verified by CNBC. While the news initially sparked a 3% rally in Intel's share price, significant doubts remain about the feasibility of such a deal