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Thursday 29 May 2025
WPG marks 20 years by doubling down on AI and tariff strategy amid global disruptions
As it marks its 20th anniversary in 2025, WPG Holdings, Asia's largest semiconductor distributor, finds itself at the intersection of two disruptive forces: the generative AI boom...
Thursday 29 May 2025
Trump tariff ruling overturned by court; Wiwynn prepares multiple scenarios to navigate changing landscape
The US Court of International Trade ruled on May 28, 2025, that US President Donald Trump did not have the authority under emergency law to impose tariffs globally, drawing widespread...
Thursday 29 May 2025
Explainer: Why Trump's emergency tariffs were struck down, and what tariffs still remain

A federal court ruling this week has dealt a significant blow to President Donald Trump's trade agenda, suspending a wide array of tariffs...

Thursday 29 May 2025
Japan plans major US chip purchases as leverage in tariff talks
In ongoing tariff negotiations between Japan and the US, the Japanese government has proposed purchasing semiconductor products from American manufacturers worth several billion US...
Wednesday 28 May 2025
Trump threatens new tariffs on iPhones and EU imports, raising tensions with Apple

Fresh off a triumphant Middle East tour, President Donald Trump reignited trade tensions on Thursday with a bold new proposal: imposing...

Wednesday 28 May 2025
US chip tariffs pose biggest challenge to American firms; Trump likely to back down
The impending semiconductor chip tariff policy continues to cause concern. The semiconductor supply chain believes that if US President Donald Trump insists on imposing tariffs, it...
Wednesday 28 May 2025
Computex 2025 hits record attendance amid growing uncertainty over AI boom and policy risks
Computex 2025 wrapped up with record-breaking attendance and exhibitor participation, underscoring the sustained momentum of artificial intelligence (AI) across the tech sector. Exhibitors...
Tuesday 27 May 2025
Trump 2.0: Boon or bane for Taiwan? January-April trade and output data offers some clues
Despite fresh uncertainty under Trump's second term, Taiwan's technology and trade sectors are showing surprising resilience and even growth. While his unpredictable tariff policies...
Tuesday 27 May 2025
Who suffers as Trump targets Apple over iPhone production?
US President Donald Trump recently demanded that Apple relocate the assembly and production of iPhones to the US. Otherwise, a 25% tariff would be imposed on iPhones and other smartphones...
Thursday 22 May 2025
Computex 2025: Mitac Computing strategically expands to counter tariffs; doubles server production capacity
Billy Ho, the president of Mitac Holdings Corporation, remains highly optimistic about the robust growth of server shipments driven by AI advancements in 2025. Despite challenges...
Wednesday 21 May 2025
Tea, scones, or tariff? Unveiling how the UK reached a trade agreement with the US
US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policies have prompted countries worldwide to vie for priority negotiation opportunities. Among them, the UK was the first to secure...
Monday 19 May 2025
Pre-tariff rush leaves US car market facing cold spell

As President Donald Trump's auto tariff policy begins to take effect—levying duties on foreign-made vehicles and parts while exempting...

Friday 16 May 2025
Tariff truce sparks order surge at Ability Enterprise, but production still stuck in neutral
Taiwan-based electronics manufacturer Ability Enterprise held an online investor briefing on May 13 to share its first-quarter 2025 results and outlook for the remainder of the year...
Thursday 15 May 2025
AI computing power race continues amidst Trump tariff uncertainties
Global tech markets are closely monitoring AI server shipments and generative AI evolution as the industry enters a new phase of computing power competition. Economic uncertainties...
Tuesday 13 May 2025
Thaw or theater? US-China tariff pause masks deeper strategic fault lines
Against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical strain and unresolved trade friction, the US and China have concluded a new round of high-level negotiations, releasing a joint statement...