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Thursday 8 January 2026

Transcom's 2026 rebound: Taiwan Dome drives counter-drone demand

Transcom is targeting a return to growth in 2026 as defense procurement picks up and demand rises for counter-drone systems and air-defense infrastructure, following a steep revenue...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

CES 2026: pushing AI to the edge

At CES 2026, Nvidia and AMD placed physical AI and on-device intelligence at the core of their keynote speeches. Taiwan's technology ecosystem is set to play an important role in...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Naver doubles Google's search market share in South Korea in 2025

South Korea's leading internet company, Naver, secured a dominant position in the search engine market in 2025, capturing 62.86% of the South Korean market share, more than twice...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

TSMC's secret behind countering quake risks

TSMC sustained minor losses from the December 27, 2025, earthquake near Yilan, thanks to comprehensive seismic management implemented after the 1999 earthquake. These measures safeguarded...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Beijing's dual-use controls test Japan's economic security strategy

China has moved to tighten export controls on dual-use products to Japan. This step could have wide-ranging implications for supply chains spanning advanced materials, electronics,...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

TSMC names Gina Proctor Treasurer of Arizona subsidiary

TSMC appointed Gina Proctor as treasurer of its TSMC Arizona Corporation subsidiary effective January 6, 2026, according to a regulatory disclosure...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Taiwan's Fulltech moves to capture the high-margin glass fiber market due to shortages

As demand for high-end applications such as artificial intelligence and 5G communications continues to build into 2026, concerns are mounting over persistent shortages of glass fiber...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Samsung speeds Pyeongtaek P5 fab toward 2028 output

Samsung Electronics is accelerating construction of its P5 semiconductor line in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, as it moves toward a 2028 production...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Taiwan seeks deeper Europen cooperation in 6G, smart manufacturing

As the Russia-Ukraine war continues into its fourth year, Taiwan is looking to strengthen its partnership with Europe. The government aims to expand cooperation across investment,...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

5G and AI demand boost Taiwan's copper wire industry growth

Taiwan's copper wire sector has experienced notable growth since 2021, with output value exceeding NT$200 billion (approx. US$6.36 billion) for the first time, according to the Ministry...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

CES 2026: Spotlights put on companion robots and robotic dogs from Taiwan

Small companion robots and specialized hardware from Taiwan took center stage at CES Unveiled, the traditional media preview that sets the tone...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Asus claims top spot among Taiwanese notebook brands as industry undergo AI-driven shift

Taiwan's leading notebook makers have experienced significant shifts in brand value driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), according to a report released on January...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Samsung, SK Hynix reportedly reject long-term DRAM contracts and raise prices by up to 70%

Reports in Korean business media say Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are raising quoted prices for server DRAM by 60% to 70% for the...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

TSMC reportedly set to build 12 Arizona fabs as Japan, Germany expansions stall

Recent market reports highlight ongoing challenges for TSMC's wafer fabs in Arizona, including high costs and low profits. Industry sources cite supply chain issues, talent shortages,...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Honda delays China factory restart as Nexperia dispute continues to disrupt supply

Honda Motor said on January 5 that it would delay the reopening of three factories operated by its Chinese joint venture, GAC Honda,...

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