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Wednesday 28 August 2024
Micron's Taiwan land acquisition shifts focus from HBM to DRAM support
Micron Technology, the leading memory manufacturer, has announced a surprising move in its Taiwan operations. The company has entered into a purchase and sale agreement (PSA) with...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
HD Renewable Energy expands into Japan and Australia with green power solutions
HD Renewable Energy (HD) is set to see stronger performance in the second half of 2024, driven by progress in its Southern Taiwan projects. The company, which holds ample land reserves,...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
South Korea launches initiative to support tech firms following ASML model
The South Korean government is rolling out a "Super eul" initiative to foster companies in the materials, components, and equipment sectors. This ambitious plan includes targeted...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
Fanuc aims for growth in collaborative robots amid market competition
Global robotics leader Fanuc made its debut at the Taiwan Automation Intelligence and Robot Show (TAIROS) in 2024, showcasing 23 robotic arms, with more than half being collaborative...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
CMC navigates local content challenges: Adjusting MG brand operations and delaying new car launch
At the online investor conference on August 26, Ching-wu Chien, vice President of China Motor Corp. (CMC), addressed the company's response to new government regulations mandating...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
SK Group obtains three major weapons to strike global AI market
To seize the initiative in AI, the SK Group revealed that it is ready to use "three weapons," namely HBM, GTAA, and energy solutions. It hopes to sound the attack on the semiconductor,...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
China-South Korea Semiconductor Fund fuels Wuxi's rise as a hub for South Korean chip firms
With TSMC expanding its presence in the United States, Japan, and Europe, many suppliers have followed suit, venturing abroad to establish new operations.
Tuesday 27 August 2024
Samsung sees surge in memory production in 1H24
Samsung Electronics reported a significant increase in memory chip production in the first half of 2024, surpassing 1 trillion chips. This surge is largely driven by a recovery in...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
Handset panel demand weakening in 2H24
Demand for LTPS LCD and AMOLED handset panels is expected to decelerate in the second half of 2024 with prices weakening, as handset customers start adjusting inventory, according...
Tuesday 27 August 2024
Taiwan unveils 2025 strategy to advance tech R&D and talent development
Taiwan's prominence in the global tech industry continues to grow, as evidenced by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt's recent praise at Stanford University. Schmidt highlighted Taiwan's...
Monday 26 August 2024
Taiwan-based machinery sector faces challenges from geopolitical tensions and net-zero push, shifts to global expansion
The Taiwan-based machinery sector, which relies heavily on exports and is therefore highly vulnerable to global influences, is facing significant challenges, particularly from geopolitical...
Monday 26 August 2024
Evalue set to lead Taiwan EV charging market with over 30% share by 2026
Fortune Electric's subsidiary, Evalue, is set to expand its charging pile network across Taiwan, aiming to install 3,700 units by the end of 2026, which could secure over 30% of the...
Monday 26 August 2024
Former TSMC executive set to depart Samsung after two years as advanced packaging division restructures
In early 2023, Samsung Electronics welcomed former TSMC deputy director Jing-cheng "Vic" Lin to lead an advanced packaging task force to compete against TSMC. However, industry insiders...
Monday 26 August 2024
MCU industry faces diverging fortunes in China and Taiwan
As the traditional peak season for MCU production approaches in the third quarter, the industry's outlook is characterized by a stark contrast between China and Taiwan. While Chinese...
Monday 26 August 2024
TSMC Kumamoto branch shows investment efficiency, expands general manufacturing
Three years since the Japanese government's decision in 2021 to support Taiwan's large foundry company, TSMC, in establishing a factory in Kumamoto, Kyushu has not only seen growth...