OpenAI's ChatGPT recently introduced a new image generation feature, allowing users to transform images into the style of Hayao Miyazaki (Studio Ghibli), once again setting off a trend. However, high system traffic has led OpenAI to impose usage limits

For the first 45 years after Intel's founding, from its first CEO Robert Noyce to its fifth, Paul Otellini, the company focused on perfecting the IDM (integrated device manufacturing) model. The "Intel Inside" campaign became a global success, cementing Intel's position at the top of the semiconductor industry. It wasn't until 2013 when Brian Krzanich became Intel's sixth CEO that the company made its first tentative steps into foundry services

During China's peak prosperity, Taiwan managed to survive under significant pressure. Now, freed from direct Chinese constraints, Taiwan continues to navigate challenges alongside global powers. Within the G2 dynamic, Taiwan grapples with internal limitations such as energy, talent, and land. Even the goal of maintaining the status quo poses an increasingly daunting challenge, with US policy toward Taiwan—especially under the Trump administration—remaining a critical factor

Between the 1960s and 1980s, the semiconductor industry primarily used a vertically integrated model covering all aspects, from equipment to materials. This approach disadvantaged latecomers such as Taiwan and South Korea, which concentrated on process technology rather than developing their own equipment and material capabilities

Texas is pioneering advanced energy storage technologies as part of a broader push to enhance grid stability and expand renewable capacity, addressing growing power demands — including from data centers projected to consume 9% of the US electricity by 2030

The metaverse trend briefly surged after Facebook rebranded to Meta Platforms in October 2021, fueling industry-wide interest in virtual reality (VR) and its integration with augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) into extended reality (XR). The ambition was to create immersive digital experiences, with Meta leading substantial investments into building a metaverse ecosystem. However, initial enthusiasm quickly faded as the concept struggled to gain market traction

IP provider Ceva has been actively entering the edge AI sector in recent years. In an interview with DIGITIMES, CEO Amir Panush stated that edge AI presents significant market opportunities and will be a key growth engine for Ceva in the coming years

When Donald Trump took office, he pushed hard on using tariffs as a tool to force manufacturers to move their production to the US. His goal was simple: create more jobs for Americans

US President Donald Trump loves to mention TSMC's US$165 billion investment in the US as a symbol of success. But the real issue isn't whether that investment materializes — it's how US strategic policy is forcing a global reset of the tech supply chain

Every spring, Apple convenes its top 100 executives in an offsite meeting to chart the company's strategic direction. The 2025 meeting was focused on a critical issue—Siri, Apple's voice assistant, and its lagging performance in the rapidly advancing world of artificial intelligence (AI). Unlike many of its tech rivals, Apple has been slow to build out AI-focused data centers, but recent moves suggest the company is finally positioning itself to compete in the generative AI (GenAI) space

The Trump administration is disrupting US energy policies with executive orders that roll back clean energy initiatives and emphasize fossil fuels. In February, Trump established the National Energy Dominance Council to guide energy policy, highlighting traditional resources while notably excluding wind and solar power

China's EV industry is now building on the past glories of its automotive sector. The much-criticized issue of "overcapacity" seems to be a perpetual non-concern. Outdated, low-quality EVs are sent to the scrapyard during market transitions. China's system naturally eliminates laggards that fail to keep pace. The Chinese assure the world there is no need to worry unnecessarily, emphasizing that they possess greater resilience and flexibility than other nations to tolerate failures. Even if only three EV manufacturers remain profitable, the Chinese will not falter

With the White House soliciting industry input for its "Artificial Intelligence Action Plan" until March 15, OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic have unveiled detailed proposals to shape US AI policy. These firms, identified by 01.AI CEO Kai-Fu Lee as future AI market leaders, emphasize the need to balance innovation, national security, and global competitiveness

Semiconductor equipment vendors have historically operated in stealth mode, relying on proprietary technologies and patents as their main defense. Product launches were subdued, often reaching foundries only after extensive validation—far from the world of bold marketing campaigns

China is leading the charge in 5G technology, transforming factory efficiency standards. Countries like Indonesia must accelerate their innovative and digital transformation efforts to attract manufacturing investments, as this trend is becoming evident, said Julian Gorman, head of Asia Pacific at GSMA