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Monday 1 July 2024
India roundup: Foxconn denies discrimination against married women in India
Foxconn encountered fresh accusations from a Reuters report saying the company excludes married women from working at facilities, which Foxconn refutes. Data indicated that India issued much fewer visas to Chinese nationals after the border conflict with China
Friday 28 June 2024
Taiwanese official expects more ICT investments in India
A Taiwanese top official expects more suppliers in the ICT ecosystem to invest in India, as the bilateral economic ties are deepening because of global supply chain relocation
Friday 28 June 2024
Foxconn Indian operations highlight cultural differences and third-party recruitment challenges
Due to the diversification of global supply chains and strong demands from customers, Foxconn's increasing investments in India have garnered significant attention
Thursday 27 June 2024
Foxconn statement denies discrimination against married women in India
In response to a Reuters report indicating that Foxconn has concerns regarding discrimination against married women, Foxconn issued a statement denying the allegations
Thursday 27 June 2024
Corning breaks ground for first Indian cover glass facility
Corning has held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new cover glass facility in Tamil Nadu, with operations scheduled to commence by mid-2025. This marks a significant expansion of another major electronic component supplier in India
Thursday 27 June 2024
India asks local government to investigate Foxconn hiring practices
After a Reuters report indicating Foxconn may be barring married women from working at its Indian facility in Tamil Nadu, the Indian government asked the state government to investigate the matter
Thursday 27 June 2024
Indian PC and tablet market expected to return to strong growth in 2024 and 2025
Despite weak growth in India's PC and tablet markets over the past few years due to inventory challenges, Canalys believes the demands are expected to grow in the following two years
Wednesday 26 June 2024
Synopsys expected to provide automation and analytics tools for Tata Electronics chipmaking facilities in India
Following the collaboration with Taiwan-based PSMC to build a 300mm wafer fab in India, Tata Electronics plans to expedite the operation of the fab with tools provided by Synopsys
Wednesday 26 June 2024
Indian electronic component production value set to surge fivefold by 2030
Due to government policy, India's electronics and component production values are expected to grow fivefold by the end of the decade. However, challenges remain as India still relies heavily on imports from other manufacturing powerhouses
Tuesday 25 June 2024
India reportedly to require common charging ports for smartphones in mid-2025
Following in the footsteps of the EU's regulations, India is reportedly considering implementing a timeline for standardized charging port requirements for consumer electronics by 2025 and 2026, a move that could potentially have the greatest impact on older iPhone models sold in India
Tuesday 25 June 2024
India tightens visa rules for Chinese nationals amid geopolitical strain, impacting electronics industry supply chain
Amid souring ties over geopolitical tensions, India has been tightening visas for incoming Chinese nationals, which Indian electronics industry insiders believe to have a negative economic impact on its supply chain development
Tuesday 25 June 2024
Meta AI launched in India, limited local language support challenges competitiveness
Meta rolled out its Meta AI chatbot in India after the general elections concluded. Its limited support for local languages could potentially hinder its competitiveness against other AI chatbots in an increasingly competitive landscape
Monday 24 June 2024
Xiaomi shifts gear ten years after India entry
As Xiaomi is expected to celebrate its tenth anniversary in entering India in July, the company is strategizing to pivot towards premiumization, AIoT, ecosystem integration, and local manufacturing to reclaim its leadership position in the country
Monday 24 June 2024
Beyond Bangalore: Indian chip companies look to smaller cities amid growth
Bangalore, often dubbed India's Silicon Valley, has long been the heart of the country's semiconductor industry, attracting heavyweight corporations and pioneering startups. This vibrant hub has been integral to India's technological ascendancy for years
Monday 24 June 2024
India roundup: US, India expand technology collaboration, targeting China
The US and India enhanced their technological cooperation under the iCET initiative to reduce their reliance on China. India is still dependent on imported electronic components from China despite its ambitious target of building a local ecosystem
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Summary of Tech Supply Chain News!
Samsung expands mobile phone production beyond Asian countries, says DIGITIMES Research
SLMs to increase presence in GenAI business opportunities, says DIGITIMES Research
Generative AI market to reach US$1.5 trillion by 2030 with Taiwan holds hardware advantage; software and services to see promising future, says DIGITIMES Research