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Wednesday 3 June 2026
MiniMax and Z.ai seek Shanghai listings as AI compute spending grows
MiniMax and Z.ai both plan to apply for listings in Shanghai's tech-focused STAR Market, months after the two AI companies successfully launched IPOs in Hong Kong's stock market in...
Saturday 30 May 2026
AI boom strains optical supply chain as Nvidia, Corning expand fiber output
The global AI boom is pushing supply-chain pressure beyond memory chips and CPUs into optical communications, creating shortages across a less visible but increasingly critical layer...
Thursday 21 May 2026
Vietnam issues AI regulations, requires OpenAI and Anthropic to appoint local government liaisons
Vietnam has issued artificial intelligence (AI) regulations requiring companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic to appoint representatives to communicate with the government, with affected...
Thursday 14 May 2026
Japan expands push to secure legacy chip supply chain

Japan is broadening its semiconductor support strategy by expanding subsidies for domestic production of legacy chips, aiming to strengthen...

Wednesday 29 April 2026
Samsung exits China's TV and appliance market to double down on US growth
Samsung Electronics is reportedly preparing a significant strategic pivot: a withdrawal from China's home appliance and television sales market by the end of 2026. According to Nikkei...
Friday 17 April 2026
Honda plans deeper China capacity cuts, targets Guangzhou and Wuhan plants
Struggling with weak sales, Honda has decided to significantly scale back its vehicle production capacity in China, with cuts targeting plants in Guangzhou and Wuhan.
Wednesday 15 April 2026
Japan forges physical AI alliance to challenge US and China
Japan is accelerating efforts to build domestic AI capabilities, with SoftBank and major industrial partners forming a new company focused on physical AI to power robots, vehicles,...
Wednesday 15 April 2026
China chip tool imports shift to Southeast Asia as US tightens export controls

China's imports of semiconductor manufacturing equipment from Southeast Asia surged in 2025, surpassing direct shipments from the US,...

Wednesday 8 April 2026
Kioxia considers first dividend as long-term contracts shape global memory strategy
Kioxia Holdings, Japan's NAND flash memory producer, is exploring the possibility of paying its first dividend since listing in December 2024, reflecting confidence in its growing...
Wednesday 8 April 2026
Apple's foldable iPhone reportedly still on track for September launch despite engineering hurdles

Apple's first foldable iPhone is reportedly facing a more complex-than-expected engineering testing phase, raising concerns about potential...

Tuesday 7 April 2026
PCB bottlenecks, freight costs push electronics prices higher
The global electronics supply chain is facing a cost shock not seen in years. War in Iran, surging AI demand, and tight capacity are simultaneously driving up prices across raw materials,...
Thursday 2 April 2026
France backs Taiwan's ProLogium with EUR1.5B subsidy to build solid-state battery factory
The French government will provide about EUR1.5 billion (US$1.7 billion) in subsidies to support Taiwanese startup ProLogium Technology's new factory construction in France. According...
Tuesday 31 March 2026
Huawei poaches top scientist as Germany's tenure rules drive talent away
Huawei has recruited a leading scientist from a German research institute, raising concerns among the German government and academic circles. According to Nikkei Asia, Martin...
Friday 27 March 2026
DRAM and NAND costs hit 90% of smartphone prices, squeezing low-end profits
Core component costs for smartphones are surging at unprecedented rates, threatening the survival of low-priced models in the market. Nikkei reports that prices for two essential...
Thursday 5 March 2026
Suzuki to acquire Kanadevia's solid-state battery business to strengthen EV technology
Suzuki Motor Corporation said it will acquire the all-solid-state lithium-ion battery business of Japanese engineering firm Kanadevia Corporation, as the automaker steps up development...