CONNECT WITH US
Global supply chain: Emerging tech, businesses
Emerging tech, businesses news coverage
IN THE NEWS
Friday 25 February 2022
Ola Electric said to build a 50GWh battery cell plant
Indian EV unicorn Ola Electric is reportedly setting up a battery cell manufacturing plant to meet its electric two-wheeler (E2W) needs despite struggling to expand its E2W production...
Friday 25 February 2022
Automakers struggling amid prolonged chip crisis
The prolonged shortage of automotive chips has compelled automakers to strategize for their survival, while major and emerging suppliers are facing different challenges.
Thursday 24 February 2022
Taiwan chipmakers see their role in global EV supply chain grow
The role of Taiwan's IC industry is growing amid the persistent shortage of automotive chips.
Thursday 24 February 2022
Industry watch: EV industry's strategic initiatives for carbon neutrality
ICT firms mostly conceive the future cars as computers on wheels. On the other hand, the traditional automotive players are making all out efforts to hold their ground. I assume besides...
Thursday 24 February 2022
Automotive MCU prices to rally further by 15-20% in 2Q22
Automotive MCU prices are expected to rise by another 15-20% in the second quarter of 2022 due to supply-side constraints, according to sources at related IC distributors.
Thursday 24 February 2022
Southeast Asia: The allure of play-to-earn blockchain games
The blockchain gaming market is worth billions of dollars and Southeast Asia (SEA) is one of its key markets. The concept of play-to-earn has made the virtual gaming world very popular...
Thursday 24 February 2022
Flammability of lithium batteries challenges EV makers
The high reactivity and flammable nature of lithium batteries have caused problems for electric vehicle (EV) makers over the years. Although players in the automotive supply chain...
Thursday 24 February 2022
HD Renewable Energy envisions green energy charging
Addressing the rising need for green energy for EVs, HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) president Jason Chou pointed out that there are only a few operators in Taiwan with advantages in green...
Thursday 24 February 2022
HwaCom touts transformation for 5G, smart tech
HwaCom Systems, which started in the fields of key telecommunications systems, broadband network construction, and smart transportation, is strengthening its 5G application services...
Thursday 24 February 2022
French unicorn partnering with iProspect Taiwan, pushing retail media
French ad-tech unicorn Criteo on February 22 announced its alliance with performance marketing firm iProspect Taiwan, aiming to create a retail media platform in Taiwan.
Thursday 24 February 2022
Excellence Optoelectronics January revenues hit 27-month high
LED automotive lighting module maker Excellence Optoelectronics (EOI) has reported consolidated revenues of NT$377.9 million (US$13.6 million) for January, the highest monthly level...
Wednesday 23 February 2022
Highlights of the day: Upcoming firms prepare innovative designs while Taiwan dominates chipmaking
NIO is preparing to design phones that interact with its cars, and to implement those phones in-house. ASE hopes that...
Wednesday 23 February 2022
Asian startups shaping trends in AI, health, and other areas
The number of unicorns across the Asia-Pacific region has neared 200 - second only to the US' number, and their growth is built on AI, decentralized finance (DeFi), fintech/e-commerce,...
Wednesday 23 February 2022
Supply chain watches nervously over Russia-Ukraine tension
Tensions between Russia and Ukraine have risen after Russia recognized the independence of Donetsk and Luhansk in eastern Ukraine. Russia's massive military build-up at the Ukrainian...
Wednesday 23 February 2022
Shanghai becomes Tesla's main production base
According to multiple media reports, Shanghai has become Tesla's main manufacturing base, with production surpassing expectations. There are also video clips on social media showing...