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Monday 10 February 2025
Beyond hardware: Taiwan's challenge in breaking into US drone supply chain
Taiwan's ambitious push to become a trusted partner in the US drone supply chain faces significant hurdles as manufacturers struggle to transition from their traditional hardware...
Monday 10 February 2025
Musk urges US military to boost drone output or risk falling behind
Elon Musk has intensified his advocacy for military drones, warning that the US military must accelerate research and production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to maintain its...
Saturday 8 February 2025
Airlines extend jet leases as supply woes persist
The aviation supply chain has seen some relief from bottlenecks, but new aircraft orders continue to outpace production capacity, keeping pressure on deliveries. In response, airlines...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
EU to step up small drone development for defense
The EU convened a non-official defense summit on February 3, 2025, focusing on strengthening Europe's military capabilities against Russia and other threats. Given the pressing need...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Evolution of the submarine: From traditional to digital age
Submarine technology has evolved dramatically with the advancement of technology, transforming naval tactics and global maritime security. From the first US Navy submarine, the USS...
Wednesday 5 February 2025
Japan tightens export controls on semiconductors and quantum tech, drawing criticism from China
Amid the rapid development of dual-use technologies, the Japanese government has announced intensified regulatory measures on critical technology exports. On January 31, 2025, Japan's...
Friday 24 January 2025
Taiwan targets drones as strategic assets amid shifting defense landscape
As global defense priorities shift in 2025, Taiwan's Aerospace Industrial Development Corp. (AIDC) is positioning drones as strategic assets, leveraging the nation's technological...
Friday 24 January 2025
Thunder Tiger rides policy tailwinds amid drone sector uncertainty
While China implements export bans on key drone components in retaliation, the market has become increasingly volatile. Industry observers note that the drone industry's readiness...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Trump escalates NATO defense budget demands, spotlight on Taiwan's role in military tech
Since assuming office, Donald Trump has drawn global attention with tariff policies and defense strategy influence through protectionism. Dissatisfied with NATO allies' defense spending,...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Taiwan's submarine cable cut near China raises gray-zone concerns, again
Taiwan's digital infrastructure faced challenges again as two submarine cables connecting Taiwan and the Matsu Islands were completely severed on January 22, marking the latest in...
Tuesday 21 January 2025
China challenges Boeing and Airbus for dominance in aerospace
China is broadening its ambitions from drone supremacy to the aerospace sector, aiming to challenge the dominance of European and American firms. Experts suggest that this endeavor...
Tuesday 21 January 2025
Taiwan startup secures military contract for advanced anti-drone systems
Taiwan's military has awarded a contract to Tron Future Tech for 26 anti-drone systems, marking a significant step in the island's efforts to counter unmanned aerial threats amid...
Monday 20 January 2025
Taiwan's aerospace supply chain sees bright future amid US market opportunities
Upon Donald Trump's return to the presidency, Taiwan's overseas expansion strategies are attracting significant attention. Jyh-Huei Kuo, Taiwan's Minister of Economic Affairs (MOEA),...
Monday 20 January 2025
Intel Foundry adds new RAMP-C customers for US Defense
Intel Foundry has announced the addition of two new defense industrial base (DIB) customers, Trusted Semiconductor Solutions and Reliable MicroSystems, as part of the third phase...
Friday 17 January 2025
Massive budget cuts could threaten Taiwan's AI ambitions and cripple science parks operations, warns NSTC minister
As the Legislative Yuan nears the end of its current session, opposition parties have proposed significant cuts and freezes to the 2025 central government budget. At a press conference...