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Thursday 23 January 2025
Xiaomi and BYD challenge Tesla's dominance in China
Xiaomi recently announced that the Xiaomi SU7 had surpassed the Tesla Model 3 in terms of vehicle deliveries in December 2024, thereby achieving a position among the top 5 in China's...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Foxconn, Mitac to benefit from Trump's AI infrastructure plan
The US is set to enhance its AI infrastructure under President Donald Trump's administration, with Taiwan-based server manufacturers Foxconn and Mitac positioned to capitalize on...
Thursday 23 January 2025
Infineon launches program to boost Malaysia's semiconductor sector
The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Infineon Technologies have launched a vendor development program to enhance Malaysia's semiconductor industry.
Thursday 23 January 2025
Automakers challenge Biden's regulation, highlight sensor systems competition
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, composed of General Motors (GM), Toyota, Volkswagen, and others, has recently appealed to a US court to overturn a regulation set by the National...
Thursday 23 January 2025
EU, US automakers pivot from EV-only plans as demand cools
Amid cooling electric vehicle demand throughout 2024, European and American automakers are revising their strategies for 2025, moving away from an all-EV approach toward flexible...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
AI-generated code disrupts software development, redefining engineering roles
AI is revolutionizing the global software industry, with tech giants like Meta and Google emphasizing its ability to generate code on par with mid-level software engineers. This shift...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Trump to prioritize US auto manufacturing despite challenges
President Donald Trump has returned to the White House, and in his inaugural speech, he reaffirmed his commitment to manufacturing in the US as a priority, vowing to revive the American...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
PTI sees memory backend demand start recovering in 2Q25
Backend house Powertech Technology (PTI) anticipates a resurgence in demand from the memory sector beginning in the second quarter, with further enhancement projected through the...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Trump 2.0 has led to accelerated sales of US electric vehicles
During his campaign, Donald Trump announced the removal of the US$7,500 tax credit for consumers purchasing electric vehicles (EVs) under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). As a result,...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Microsoft relaxes exclusivity, allowing OpenAI to use rival cloud providers
Microsoft has revised its agreement with OpenAI, allowing the AI company to partner with other cloud service providers (CSPs). However, Microsoft retains the Right of First Refusal...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Auto giants challenge Biden-era safety rules over high-speed AEB mandate
Leading automakers, including General Motors, Toyota Motor, and Volkswagen AG, are challenging stringent vehicle safety rules implemented during the Biden administration. The Alliance...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Taiwan's export orders set to decline in early 2025 amid electronics off-season
Export orders from Taiwan are expected to decline significantly in January 2025, with the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) forecasting values between US$44.5 billion and US$46.5...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
EU to raise Biden's AI chip curbs with Trump administration
The European Union will raise concerns with the US over a decision to restrict the export of artificial intelligence chips from the likes of Nvidia to some of its
member states,...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Server ODMs to rapidly open production sites in US, with Texas being top choice
Server ODMs are swiftly establishing manufacturing facilities in the US to mitigate the impact of geopolitical uncertainties, with Texas emerging as a favored location, according...
Wednesday 22 January 2025
Siri privacy settlement exposes Apple's gaps in AI governance
Apple's US$95 million settlement over Siri privacy violations has brought AI governance and accountability into sharp focus. The case highlights the growing challenges of balancing...