As MWC 2025 concluded, industry observers are focusing on the evolution of next-generation communication technologies. This year's conference highlighted Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), with major telecom operators actively positioning themselves as related technologies continue to mature.

As the global electric vehicle (EV) market grows, key regions such as China, Europe, and the US face challenges due to high EV-per-charger ratios in direct current (DC) charging infrastructure since the imbalance has led to longer waiting times for EV owners, according to DIGITIMES' latest finding in its latest report, which added that the introduction of liquid-cooled ultrafast charging systems appears to have emerged as an optimal solution for high-power charging to address charging anxiety

While the global EV market continued to grow in 2024, the growth rate had slowed down with sales only reaching around 17 million units, a year-on-year increase of 25.5%. Although China maintained an overwhelming lead in the global market, the performances of the European and American markets were below expectations due to policies and weak demand, according to DIGITIMES' new global EV sales report

Intel has named Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO, following a three-month search. The market has reacted positively to this appointment, but some insiders in the semiconductor supply chain remain skeptical. They express concern that as an outsider, Tan might find it challenging to initiate change at Intel, particularly in revitalizing its foundry business, without establishing clear goals

Intel's partnership with TSMC has strengthened since it began in 2019, with about 30% of Intel's products now outsourced. Lip-Bu Tan's appointment as CEO hints at further collaboration with TSMC. As Intel prepares for earnings calls and strategic events, the emphasis will be on future directions amidst broader geopolitical influences, including Trump's focus on US manufacturing. Tan's leadership might explore a strategic spin-off while navigating Intel's foundry challenges

China's latest AI sensation, Manus, is being marketed as the world's first general-purpose AI agent. Overnight, it became a trending topic, with many touting it as a groundbreaking leap in Chinese AI development. But is Manus truly a game-changer, or just another overhyped product

Global server shipments are anticipated to pick up by 2.3% in 2025, surpassing 15 million units, according to DIGITIMES' latest report covering server market shipments and performance in 2025. However, the growth rate will be lower than in 2024 as intensifying global tariff wars and escalating geopolitical tensions will lead to more conservative enterprise investments, with a focus on increasingly mature large language model (LLM) applications

The White House may be celebrating TSMC's record-breaking investment, but not everyone is cheering. The Financial Times warns that amid all the back-patting, Intel's long-term survival as a US chip powerhouse is being sidelined—a concern that's growing louder within Washington's policy circles

China-based start-up Butterfly Effect claims to have launched the world's first General AI agent, Manus. The company aims to capitalize on the momentum of "Chinese-branded AI" following DeepSeek's success. However, industry response over the past week has been muted, as experts believe the startup lacks the crucial components needed to outshine its predecessor

Intel may follow AMD's Lisa Su by spinning off its foundry business to GlobalFoundries, creating a US-based chipmaking powerhouse, says a former TSMC executive

The US economy heavily relies on domestic consumption, and under President Donald Trump, the administration employed a tariff-driven strategy aimed at bringing manufacturing back to the US The most dramatic of these measures was the 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, a move that was quickly dubbed by The Economist as " [the] dumbest trade war in history

Intel has appointed Lip-Bu Tan as its next CEO following his resignation from the board in 2024 due to dissatisfaction with the company's organizational structure. This decision comes as Intel undertakes significant reforms amid its critical mission to ensure US semiconductor security. Tan, who previously felt overwhelmed by the challenges of transforming Intel, is now seen as a key figure in revitalizing the company during this pivotal time

The Breakthrough Technology Dialogue held in Singapore at the end of February saw participation from technology experts across various countries. However, the discussions were largely influenced by Asian perspectives, with Chinese viewpoints being particularly prominent. Even in private conversations, there was limited opposition to China's stance

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker and a cornerstone of Taiwan's economy, has found itself at the center of domestic political controversy following its announcement of a US$100 billion investment expansion in the United States. The massive investment comes at a sensitive time for Taiwan, where the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) lost its legislative majority in recent elections, creating a divided government where opposition parties now wield significant influence over major policy decisions

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has announced plans for a US$100 billion expansion investment in the United States, marking a significant escalation in the global semiconductor industry's geographic diversification. US President Donald Trump welcomed the announcement, emphasizing that unlike TSMC's initial US investments, this expansion would proceed without financial backing from the US government—a notable shift from projects previously subsidized under the CHIPS Act