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Friday 8 August 2025

Tariff clarity and car market recovery boost IKKA-KY outlook for 2H25

Japanese company IKKA-KY, which is listed in Taiwan, announced on August 7 its consolidated financial report for the first half of 2025. Consolidated revenue for the period reached...

Friday 8 August 2025

Chinese companies investigated for illegal poaching of Taiwanese tech talent

The Taiwan Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau is investigating 16 Chinese companies, including major firms such as Victory Giant Technology, Huntkey, and GoerTek, for allegedly...

Friday 8 August 2025

'China for China' becomes new rulebook for Western chipmakers

Rising geopolitical tensions and trade barriers are prompting more US and European chipmakers to accelerate their "China for China" strategy — partnering with local Chinese...

Friday 8 August 2025

Beijing's grand chip merger vision falters over clashing interests

Beijing's push to restructure its fragmented semiconductor industry is running into sharp resistance. While the effort aims to strengthen...

Friday 8 August 2025

SMIC flags limited visibility for 4Q25 amid high demand, expects limited tariff impact thanks to clients' preparedness

SMIC warned of weaker chip shipment momentum in the fourth quarter of 2025 due to seasonal effects and customer inventory buildup, noting limited visibility ahead. However, the company...

Friday 8 August 2025

BYD’s Taiwan entry via Denza sparks a spike in trade and security debate

In a move that has reignited Taiwan's automotive and geopolitical debate, Chinese automaker BYD is reportedly seeking to enter the Taiwanese...

Friday 8 August 2025

China's equipment market remains elusive as Taiwanese panel makers retreat to Innolux and AUO

China's LCD panel market share has surpassed 70%, establishing absolute dominance in the global market. In recent years, Chinese panel manufacturers have primarily focused on expanding...

Friday 8 August 2025

Chinese automakers slip through loopholes of Taiwan's EV barriers

Taiwan's auto industry is facing mounting pressure amid a wave of global disruption, with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD reportedly holding discreet meetings in Taiwan on...

Friday 8 August 2025

Apple and Samsung to jointly develop new sensor chips in Austin, according to reports

The "frenemy" relationship between Samsung Electronics and Apple, spanning over 20 years, has once again become a focal point. Reports indicate that the two tech giants are deepening...

Friday 8 August 2025

Hua Hong plays down tariff risks, cites limited exposure to US

Hua Hong Semiconductor struck a cautious yet confident tone in its second quarter 2025 earnings call, addressing tariff risks, pricing adjustments, and global partnerships while reaffirming...

Friday 8 August 2025

SMIC reports mixed 2Q25 results, forecasts modest growth as stimulus boost fades

On late August 7, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) posted mixed financial results for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting sequential softness but continued...

Friday 8 August 2025

Hua Hong Semiconductor signals optimism for 3Q25 on 12-inch ramp-up

Hua Hong Semiconductor reported second-quarter 2025 revenue of US$566.1 million, marking an 18% year-over-year increase, driven by strong momentum in its 12-inch wafer business. Net...

Friday 8 August 2025

Tesla's Optimus sees with Samsung eyes in expanding AI hardware pact

Samsung is deepening its collaboration with Tesla, moving beyond self-driving systems into humanoid robotics. After winning a contract to supply next-generation AI chips, Samsung...

Friday 8 August 2025

Samsung and LG vie for Hitachi's Japanese home appliance unit as South Korea and Japan join forces against Chinese competition

Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are actively competing to acquire the Japanese home appliance division of Hitachi. For Samsung, this marks a return to the Japanese home appliance...

Thursday 7 August 2025

Samsung Display wins first MacBook order, BOE eyes iPads

As Samsung Display (SDC) secures its first-ever OLED panel order for Apple's MacBook, Chinese panel maker Beijing Oriental Electronics (BOE) is positioning itself to target any supply...

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