CONNECT WITH US
Global supply chain: Advanced economies
Advanced economies news coverage
IN THE NEWS
Thursday 29 August 2024
Taiwan's Ubiqconn targets satellite and drone markets for expansion
Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites are emerging as a hotbed of innovation, attracting significant industry interest. Ubiqconn Chairman Leo Chien sees LEO satellites as poised to become...
Thursday 29 August 2024
TPSC new plants begin delivery of perovskite solar cells
Taiwan Perovskite Solar Corp. (TPSC) has invested more than NT$200 million (US$6.3 million) to build Taiwan's first carbon-free perovskite plant, which has delivered the first batch...
Thursday 29 August 2024
Taiwan could face 3-5 year gap in drone market as China retains key module dominance
Taiwan, with its critical geopolitical position, has an opportunity to secure key positions in the global drone supply chain not dominated by Chinese businesses. Thunder Tiger (TT),...
Thursday 29 August 2024
Fortune Electric to boost hiring by 150% for domestic expansions and rising exports
Taiwan-based Fortune Electric, a dedicated supplier of heavy electrical equipment, is set to substantially increase its hiring in 2024 to meet rising demand driven by global power...
Thursday 29 August 2024
Macnica Galaxy cautiously optimistic about operations in 2H24, 2025
IC channel distributor Macnica Galaxy is cautiously optimistic about its operations in the second half of 2024 and 2025.
Thursday 29 August 2024
Panel-level packaging looks promising
Panel-level packaging (PLP) is promising to become a viable choice due to its cost-effectiveness and insufficient capacity for advanced chip packaging in the semiconductor industry...
Thursday 29 August 2024
Taiwan-based equipment makers eye biz opportunities from glass substrate packaging
Taiwan-based makers have established an alliance targeting the supply of glass substrates, potentially a game changer for semiconductor packaging.
Wednesday 28 August 2024
3S Silicon will unveil its latest development of the 3S Open Lab Platform, helping RD teams turn smart concepts into valuable reality, for EV Power Modules packaging
Under the theme of "3S Open Lab Platform," 3S will present its achievements and advancements at SEMICON Taiwan 2024, showcasing the unique capabilities of the 3S Open Lab Platform.
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Hyundai to double hybrid lineup; unveils US$3 billion buyback
Hyundai Motor Co. plans to double its lineup of hybrid cars as demand for pure electric vehicles slows and announced a KRW 4 trillion ($3 billion) share buyback as part of a plan...
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Taiwan's undervalued defense sector: a missed opportunity in the global arms race
After taking office, President Lai Ching-te identified five key industrial chains for development, with the defense sector among them.
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Electricity retailers embrace ICT solutions and personnel for green energy trading growth
The green energy market continues to expand rapidly, with significant developments in the first half of 2024. Green energy trading saw an annual increase of 40%, accompanied by substantial...
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Japanese startups see investments bounce back from foreign venture capital in 1H24
The Japanese government has been encouraging venture capital (VC) funds, particularly foreign VC funds, to invest in the Japanese market.
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Rapidus pursues US$690 million loan to achieve 2nm chip production by 2027
Rapidus, aiming to begin mass production of 2-nanometer chips in Japan by 2027, is seeking significant financial support for its trial production and eventual mass production.
Wednesday 28 August 2024
How Kioxia going public may affect NAND leaders Samsung and SK Hynix
Kioxia, currently ranked third in the global NAND market, is reportedly set to go public in Japan in October 2024. The move aims to secure funds for R&D and production capacity...
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Taiwan panel industry may need support from semiconductor industry to survive
Leading panel makers AU Optronics (AUO) and Innolux are expected to end the year in the black, boosted by non-operating income as they sell their factories to TSMC and Micron, which...