the International Trade Administration (ITA), under Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs, has announced a new export control measure under Article 13 of the Trade Act, effective immediately. Under the new rules, Taiwanese companies must now obtain an export license from the Bureau of Foreign Trade for products sold to Chinese companies such as Huawei and SMIC. This regulation comes as a surprise, as there was no prior notice, and customs officials will now be inspecting exports at Taiwan's borders. Goods without the necessary permits will not be allowed to pass through

Baidu has launched its most extensive recruitment drive yet for top-tier AI talent, expanding its AI Developer Unit (AIDU) program by over 60% from last year. Unveiled via WeChat and during its recent AIDU Open Day, the 2026 initiative offers uncapped salaries and a personalized training program designed to cultivate the next wave of AI leaders