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Tuesday 2 July 2024
Samsung Union plans three-day walkout in push for better pay
The largest union at Samsung Electronics Co. said it will stage a three-day walkout beginning July 8, adding to the challenges for South Korea's largest company as it seeks to recover...
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Sony to scale down BD production business in Sendai
Sony's optical disc business is facing challenges due to declining demand as data storage methods shift towards cloud-based solutions and plans to cut its workforce by 40%.
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Taiwan's leadership in chip manufacturing may not last forever: Father of FinFET
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is a pure-play foundry that has been enjoying leadership status in the advanced semiconductor manufacturing market in the world.
Tuesday 2 July 2024
BYD's ambitious drive into East Asian markets faces hurdles and opportunities
Chinese EV giant BYD is making significant inroads into the South Korean and Japanese markets, challenging established domestic players and reshaping the competitive landscape in...
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Sony investments planning collaboration with JASM for 2030
Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS), the semiconductor subsidiary of Sony, announced in May 2023 that it had acquired land in Kōshi, Kumamoto, for a new factory, with plans to...
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Chinese manufacturers to benefit from CoWoS-like structures and TSMC order surplus
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) remains the world's sole provider capable of delivering a complete end-to-end Chip-on-Wafer-on-Substrate (CoWoS) packaging solution...
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Taiwan-based TECO secures EV power system orders in India
TEMICO, a TECO Electric and Machinery (TECO) subsidiary in India, has secured 55,000 orders for EV power systems.
Tuesday 2 July 2024
With AI server cooling demand rising, Samsung and SK Hynix promote immersion cooling verification
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have conducted immersion cooling technology verification tests on their semiconductors. This move is seen as a response to the emerging next-generation...
Tuesday 2 July 2024
Compal seeks talent from AI server peers
Competition has been heating up in the server industry, as server makers vie not just for GPUs, but talent as well.
Monday 1 July 2024
South Korea's export growth accelerates on record chip sales
South Korea's export growth accelerated last month, reflecting resilience in global demand as the artificial intelligence and technology sectors drive record gains in semiconductor...
Monday 1 July 2024
President Lai's vision for 'AI Island': Stable power, supercomputers, and talent cultivation
President Ching-te Lai, committed to developing Taiwan into an "AI Island" after taking office in May, has highlighted three priority tasks to achieve this goal, including ensuring...
Monday 1 July 2024
Taiwan launches first Paraguay green carbon project, helping boost Apple suppliers' sustainability
Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX) expands with Paraguay's first green carbon project, aiding Apple suppliers in offsetting emissions. TCX ensures compliance with Taiwan's environmental...
Monday 1 July 2024
Diode maker Eris poised for breakthrough growth with acquisition boost
Taiwan's leading diode manufacturer, Eris Technology, is poised to enter a new growth era for revenues and profit margins starting in 2024, as its product lines will expand significantly...
Monday 1 July 2024
Nations race to secure talent to bolster indigenous semiconductor industry
As AI surges, major countries are all trying to establish their indigenous ecosystem to achieve semiconductor autonomy.
Monday 1 July 2024
Global top-5 brands enjoy over 20% on-month shipment growth in May, driven by education procurement orders
The booming education procurement season in North America significantly contributed to a 23% month-on-month increase in combined notebook shipments (excluding detachable models) by...