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Friday 7 February 2025
Taiwan aims for 1,200PF AI computing power by 2029 amid funding concerns
Taiwan's government has set an ambitious target to expand its AI computing infrastructure to 480 Petaflops (PF) by 2029, with the potential to reach 1,200 PF through private sector...
Friday 7 February 2025
Taiwan extends cybersecurity shield to critical infrastructures after DeepSeek AI ban
Taiwan's Executive Yuan convened a meeting in February 6 to discuss cybersecurity concerns surrounding DeepSeek AI, a Chinese open-source AI platform, calling for strict precautions...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Taiwan, Israel set to deepen collaboration on chip designs and advanced materials in 2026-2027
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan recently announced that its scientific collaboration with Israel for 2026–2027 will focus on semiconductor design...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Taiwan explores green ammonia imports from desert regions to cut carbon emissions
In its efforts to address low-carbon energy and decarbonization issues, Taiwan may be able to import renewable green ammonia from desert regions in the future to effectively reduce...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Former NSTC minister argues users need AI software services, not computing power
Taiwan has gained international prominence as a supplier of AI computing hardware, but according to Liang-gee Chen, former minister of the National Science and Technology Council...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Taiwan advances academic research in quantum technology and materials amid global race
While Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's recent comments at CES 2025--suggesting it may take at least 20 years to develop a "truly useful" quantum computer--have sparked widespread debate,...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Siri privacy settlement exposes Apple's gaps in AI governance
Apple's US$95 million settlement over Siri privacy violations has brought AI governance and accountability into sharp focus. The case highlights the growing challenges of balancing...
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...
Friday 17 January 2025
US govt commits US$1.4 billion to domestic chip packaging
The US Department of Commerce announced on January 16, 2025, that the CHIPS Program's National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) has finalized US$1.4 billion in awards...
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Taiwan scales back 5G satellite project amid technical hurdles, eyes AI and semiconductor leadership
Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) held its 13th committee meeting on January 14, 2025, approving a government technology budget request of NT$180 billion (US$5.44...
Thursday 9 January 2025
'New Silicon Valley' initiative in greater southern region of Taiwan
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) has launched the "New Southern Silicon Valley" initiative, which includes the construction of an "AI Innovation and Application...
Wednesday 8 January 2025
AI-driven 6G networks face energy crisis: Can efficiency meet demand?
Wireless communication technology is rapidly evolving, driven by the demand for higher transmission speeds, lower latency, and wider coverage. However, meeting the demand while also...
Friday 3 January 2025
Taiwan expands control list on core tech exports to China
Taiwan has implemented comprehensive regulations to prevent the transfer of sensitive technologies, including advanced chips, to mainland China, reinforcing national security and...
Tuesday 31 December 2024
Research subsidies face sudden cuts, impacting Taiwan's scientific research and investment climate
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan hastily passed amendments to the Act Governing the Allocation of Government Revenues and Expenditures without sufficient discussion, sparking major controversy...
Thursday 26 December 2024
Taiwan govt launches AI robotics initiative for July 2025 deployment
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) has unveiled its "AI-Driven Next Generation Robotics Technology Project" for 2025, as robotics development continues to gain prominence...
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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