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Saturday 24 January 2026
Energy limits AI growth; geopolitical stakes in rare earths, new packaging innovations reshape global supply chains
The Global Electronics Association's latest "2026 Electronics Industry Trend Forecast" highlights critical challenges and shifts that will impact the sector over the next few years...
Saturday 24 January 2026
Canada cuts tariffs on Chinese EVs, shaking the North American auto market
The North American automotive landscape is cloaked in strategic uncertainty. In a move that has captured international attention, Canada recently announced a dramatic, one-time reduction...
Saturday 24 January 2026
European automakers face US-China squeeze as South America emerges as key buffer
European car manufacturers are confronting a complex geopolitical and economic dilemma that threatens their global competitiveness. Increasing tariffs and unpredictable policies in...
Saturday 24 January 2026
Taiwanese optics industry poised to reshape automotive electronics amid autonomous driving boom
As the automotive sector pivots toward autonomous driving technologies, Taiwan's optics industry is rapidly evolving from a consumer electronics supplier into a critical player in...
Saturday 24 January 2026
Mercedes-Benz Taiwan poised for price adjustments following anticipated US tariff reductions amid trade talks
As Taiwan-US tariff negotiations near finalization, Mercedes-Benz Taiwan signals potential vehicle price reductions on US-made models, reflecting prospective customs duty cuts. The...
Friday 23 January 2026
China pushes space-based AI from concept to deployment, industry group says

As demand accelerates for satellite connectivity and AI in space, China's push into orbital computing is showing new momentum.

Friday 23 January 2026
15% relief without reassurance: Taiwan's auto industry after the tariff talks
As the initial results of trade negotiations between Taiwan and the US emerged in early 2026, a long-standing cloud over Taiwan's industrial sector appeared, at least briefly, to lift...
Friday 23 January 2026
Foxconn Industrial Internet accelerates AI-driven transformation to reshape global manufacturing platform
Foxconn Industrial Internet (FII), a subsidiary of Foxconn (Hon Hai Precision), outlined ambitious plans to reposition itself as a key manufacturing platform within the global artificial...
Friday 23 January 2026
Lite-On Technology launches public bid for U-Media to boost AI and 5G expansion
Lite-On Technology's board has approved a public cash tender offer at NT$54 (US$1.71) per share to acquire common shares of U-Media. The minimum acquisition target is 20% of U-Media's...
Friday 23 January 2026
Alibaba's T-Head Semiconductor reportedly eyes IPO amid China chip boom
Alibaba is reportedly planning to spin off its chip unit, T-Head Semiconductor, and pursue an initial public offering (IPO) to capitalize on the current surge in Chinese chipmaker...
Friday 23 January 2026
Taiwan-based Delta Electronics redefines value as power becomes AI development lifeline
At the World Economic Forum, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang highlighted energy and power systems as the backbone of AI infrastructure. This perspective has shifted market attention to companies...
Friday 23 January 2026
Tesla's BEV moat erodes as Europe's legacy depth meets China's digital speed
In 2025, Tesla's EV market share declined as Volkswagen's BEV sales surged in Europe, while Xiaomi aggressively expanded in China, challenging Tesla's position in that market. Tesla's...
Friday 23 January 2026
Tata Group to invest US$11 billion in Maharashtra's Innovation City, boosting India's AI and semiconductor ambitions
The Tata Group will invest INR1 trillion (US$11 billion) to build a state-of-the-art Innovation City near Navi Mumbai International Airport, marking a key step in Maharashtra's plan...
Friday 23 January 2026
Anthropic's funding round oversubscribed as revenue projection surges despite margin squeeze
AI startup Anthropic has secured enthusiastic investor participation in its latest financing round, Bloomberg reported, citing insiders. Originally targeting US$10 billion,...
Friday 23 January 2026
EU's fuel-car ban reversal leaves Euro automakers scrambling against Chinese rivals
The EU's potential reversal of the 2035 ban on new gasoline and diesel vehicles is forcing European automakers to reconsider engine R&D. However, stringent emissions rules and...