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Thursday 10 July 2025

Japan secures 'golden share' in Rapidus to safeguard chip tech, bolster 2nm push

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) said it will condition public investment in chip startup Rapidus on the issuance of a "golden share" that grants the government...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Taiwan UMT sees strong satellite orders despite June revenue dip

As the global low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite industry enters a phase of rapid commercialization, demand for high-frequency communication components continues to climb. Taiwanese...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Samsung's foldable focus on high-end smartphones sparks chipmaker optimism

Samsung Electronics has introduced its latest flagship foldable smartphones, adding fresh momentum to what is shaping up to be a pivotal year for the foldable device market. While...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Three questions for Taiwan and its attempt to build a fully integrated EV industry

Taiwan's electric scooter market appears to be entering a new phase—one defined by a tripartite division of battery-swapping networks...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Taiwan's SAS group sees overseas solar momentum amid domestic slowdown

Sino-American Silicon Products Group (SAS) said that international solar cell demand is picking up steam even as Taiwan's domestic market struggles with project delays over the past...

Thursday 10 July 2025

TSMC posts record Q2 revenue despite strong currency headwinds

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) reported consolidated revenue of NT$263.709 billion (approx. US$8.11 billion) for June 2025, down 17.7% from May due to the sharp appreciation...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Semes' semiconductor cleaning process designated as South Korea's National Core Technology

Semes, the semiconductor equipment subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has had its semiconductor cleaning process technology recognized by the South Korean government as a National...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Mixed outlook for substrate market in 2H25: Price hikes mainly reflect rising costs

As the calendar moves into the second half of 2025, the traditional consumer peak season is gradually unfolding. The market expects that due to continuous increases in operating costs...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Taiwan’s electric scooter market faces a shake-up as third player eyes entry

Driven by global industrial trends and supportive local policies, Taiwan has taken an aggressive lead in developing its electric scooter...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Stay or relocate: Taiwan makers weigh exodus amid weak government support

The free trade agreement (FTA) between the US and South Korea has now become irrelevant under Donald Trump's administration. Taiwan's tech products also face the possibility of losing...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Taiwan suppliers eye foldable smartphone growth, face barriers in South Korea

Taiwanese component suppliers are ramping up efforts to enter the growing foldable smartphone market, but penetrating South Korea's highly integrated supply chain remains a major...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Vivo debuts flagship X Fold 5 in Taiwan, targeting high-loyalty users for 'large folds'

On July 9, Vivo officially launched its first foldable smartphone, the X Fold 5, in Taiwan, marking a strategic move to tap into the premium device market, strengthen brand value,...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Applied Materials becomes largest shareholder of Kokusai Electric

Japanese semiconductor equipment maker Kokusai Electric will see a shift in its largest shareholder following a partial sale of shares by US investment fund KKR. Applied Materials,...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Tripolar shift: Taiwan's battery swapping market moves toward fragmentation

Taiwan's electric scooter industry may be on the cusp of a new chapter—one defined not just by innovation, but by fragmentation. With the potential emergence of a third battery-swapping...

Thursday 10 July 2025

Yageo-Shibaura merger talks shift to Taipei, signaling strategic pivot in acquisition push

Taiwan-based passive component manufacturer Yageo Corporation is advancing its bid to acquire Japan's Shibaura Electronics following multiple deadline extensions and a surprise bid...

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