Articles by Jessie Lin
DIGITIMES Insight: AI data demand surges as power and cooling become new bottlenecks
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DIGITIMES Insight: AI scaling is moving from chip shrinkage to system integration
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DIGITIMES Insight: Google outlines AI compute expansion, speeds TPU cycle to 6 months
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Research Insight: US humanoid supply chains pivot away from China as Taiwan moves from parts to actuator modules
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BYD leverages in-house semiconductors to power next phase of automotive intelligence; smart driving chip roadmap moves towards 4nm SoC
DIGITIMES notes that BYD Semiconductor's portfolio has expanded from the IGBTs and SiC power chips developed to meet early electric vehicle (EV) demand into high-computing-power smart-driving SoCs. DIGITIMES notes that BYD Semiconductor's portfolio has expanded from the IGBTs and SiC power chips developed to meet early electric vehicle (EV) demand into high-computing-power smart-driving SoCs, reflecting BYD's automotive business shift from the electrification-first first half to the...
Research Insight: Unitree IPO reveals humanoid robot commercialization still in early innings
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Research insight: Robotaxis, AI chips and shared platforms accelerate AIDV commercialization
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Research Insight: CXMT reaches 7.67% DRAM share with US$4.4B IPO, 2028 tech roadmap
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WAIC 2026 unveils AIDV shift as physical AI gains ground
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Cross-sectional and longitudinal analysis of prefrontal intermittent theta-burst stimulation-evoked hemodynamic responses in major depressive disorder
Abstract Prefrontal theta burst stimulation (TBS) – induced brain activation may offer insights into the therapeutic mechanisms underlying TBS. This study aimed to compare baseline TBS-induced prefrontal hemodynamic responses in individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) and healthy controls (HCs), and to evaluate whether changes in stimulation-evoked responses are correlated with improvements in depressive symptoms following four weeks of daily TBS.
Research insight: Taiwan's auto tech pushes beyond components into autonomous systems
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Research Insight: Beijing auto show signals shift from vehicle launches to AI-driven supply chains
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Rapid deployment and flexible scalability drive the rise of modular data centers
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Research Insight: AI reshapes Taiwan's PCB industry around high-end capacity and materials
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Green Bay hires ISG to oversee Leicht Park pavilion project
By JESSIE LIN USA Today Network The Green Bay City Council hired design and engineering firm ISG to help oversee the building of the Leicht Memorial Park pavilion, which needs to be completed within nine months before funding is inaccessible.
Research Insight: High-end fiberglass cloth supply tightens as server demand spotlights Nittobo
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Green Bay and 8Pine seek dismissal of Leicht Park lawsuit
By Jessie Lin USA Today Network The City of Green Bay and construction company 8Pine framed Miron Construction‘s lawsuit against them as the attempt of a “disappointed bidder” to use the courts for the company’s gain, according to two briefs filed Jan. 12 at the Brown County Courthouse. They asked that the temporary injunction be lifted and Miron’s motion be dismissed. The lawsuit is in regard to bids to construct a pavilion for Leicht Memorial Park’s renovations in downtown Green Bay.
Research Insight: Tesla and BYD compete beyond batteries, betting on AI and smart driving
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Research insight: BYD reinvents itself as a global EV powerhouse
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Research insight: Software-defined vehicles are rewriting auto industry blueprint
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Research Insights: Global auto market forms multi-track pattern
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Research Insights: Global EV sales jump 29% in 1H25, poised to exceed 20M this year
Research Insights: Global EV sales jump 29% in 1H25, poised to exceed 20M this year Global electric vehicle (EV) sales rose 29.4% year-over-year to 9.29 million units in the first half of 2025, driven by strong momentum in China, Europe, and the US. The three markets delivered 8.4 million units, accounting for 90.4% of the total. China retained its position as the world's largest EV market and the sector's key growth driver.
Research Insight: UCIe 1.1 upgrade aims at auto industry, boosts chiplet adoption
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Inroads in Algeria: The Promise and Perils of Beijing’s Localization Strategy
Executive Summary: The One Belt One Road initiative is evolving, with Chinese enterprises beginning to localize. In Algeria, this has led to increased exposure to the corruption and mismanagement that continue to plague the country’s economy. This is leading to tensions with Beijing’s pragmatic commitment to non-interference in other countries’ “internal affairs.” As a result of its localization strategy, Algeria’s “internal affairs” are increasingly the PRC’s problem too.
Solid-state batteries address three major energy challenges in humanoid robots
The AI-driven humanoid robot market is rapidly heating up, becoming a popular application area for global tech giants and startups alike. Whether in smart manufacturing, logistics handling, healthcare, or even home applications, humanoid robots are...
Tutorial: Augment your AI use case with RAG on CockroachDB
With the rise of AI across industries, it’s becoming more important to address the limitations of LLMs. One increasingly popular method is Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), which allows you to provide external knowledge sources as context to Large Language Models (LLMs). In this blog post, we dive into the significance and benefits of RAG applications first.
BYD EV status and R&D of smart driving techs
BYD's CNY100 billion investment in smart driving tech R&D and supply chain integration advancing the EV leader toward progress in Smart Driving for AII strategy. China-based automaker BYD shipped 4.27 million electric vehicles (EVs) in 2024, outpacing Tesla's 1.79 million units and maintaining its position as the global EV market leader for the third consecutive year, according to DIGITIMES.
Trump eases auto tariff impact for North American-made vehicles
On April 3, 2025, the White House announced a sweeping new 25% tariff on imported automobiles and auto parts. Less than a month later, on April 29, President Donald Trump signed an executive order refining the policy to ease its immediate impact. The...
Growing Demand for Broken Rice for Feed and Food: The Implications for Global Trade
Rice is one of the world’s most widely cultivated and consumed crops, and the efficient operation of the rice market is a critical concern for global food security. Broken rice (a byproduct of milling) is sold at a lower price than full grain rice for direct consumption, animal feed, or for industrial use. A potential exists that increased demand for broken rice for feed and industrial use could affect importing countries that depend on broken rice for food.
Ennostar leverages microLED expertise for data center optical communications market
Taiwan's Ennostar is positioning its microLED technology as a compelling alternative in the data center optical communications market, particularly for short-distance transmissions under 10 meters.
Ennostar preps 30-inch transparent Micro LED window display for smart vehicles
Ennostar, a leading developer in compound semiconductors, showcased major advancements in Micro LED technology at Touch Taiwan 2025, with a dual focus on innovation at both the component and application...
Trump reciprocal tariff impact on auto industry
The US reciprocal tariffs on auto parts impacts Taiwanese manufacturers with revenue structure and capacity allocation becoming key risk factors. DIGITIMES observed that with the US federal government announcing a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and auto parts effective April 3, 2025, Taiwan's automotive supply chain industry faces unprecedented challenges, particularly affecting auto parts manufacturers significantly.
Liquid-cooled ultrafast chargers to become new star of cutting EV down time, says DIGITIMES
As the global electric vehicle (EV) market grows, key regions such as China, Europe, and the US face challenges due to high EV-per-charger ratios in direct current (DC) charging infrastructure since the imbalance has led to longer waiting times for... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
China EV market to stay robust in 2025, with Europe at second and US last, says DIGITIMES
While the global EV market continued to grow in 2024, the growth rate had slowed down with sales only reaching around 17 million units, a year-on-year increase of 25.5%. Although China maintained an overwhelming lead in the global market, the performances... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
Global EV sales, 2024 review and 2025 forecast
Global EV sales are expected to grow by 18.8% in the year 2025, while the performance gap among major EV markets will become more pronounced. Abstract DIGITIMES observes that while the global EV (EV) market continued to grow in 2024, the growth rate had slowed down. Sales are expected to reach 17.23 million units, with a year-on-year increase of 25.5%.
Liquid-cooled ultrafast charging techs, 2025
The liquid-cooled ultrafast charging system equipped with a solar-storage-charging DC-coupled solution is capable of effectively addressing charging anxiety. Abstract As the global electric vehicle (EV) market grows, key regions such as China, Europe, and the US face challenges due to high EV-per-charger ratios in direct current (DC) charging infrastructure. This imbalance leads to longer waiting times for EV owners.
Auto tech innovation dazzles at CES 2025
DIGITIMES' analysis of the electrification sector at CES 2025 reveals four transformative areas reshaping the automotive industry: EV product innovation, smart charging technologies, ecosystem integration, and battery advancements. LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
China exports only 2.6% of EVs to North America from Jan to Sep 2024; likely to decline even further post-Trump
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China extends lead over Japan in global auto exports, defying tariff challenges
At the close of October 2024, China and Japan disclosed automotive export figures covering January to September. DIGITIMES Research noted that China's lead over Japan, first achieved in 2023, has continued to expand throughout 2024 as China's... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
Foxconn deepens SDV development to support smart car transformation
At the 2024 Hon Hai Tech Day (HHTD24), DIGITIMES Research conducted an insightful interview with Foxconn about the future of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The discussion explored the impact and potential applications of SDVs in the automotive industry... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
Formosa Smart Energy innovates with solid-state battery tech, tackles interface resistance head-on
Solid-state batteries, an emerging technology revolutionizing the battery industry, are gaining significant market traction. At Energy Taiwan 2024, DIGITIMES Research spoke with Ming Chi University of Technology (MCUT), an academic partner of Formosa... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
Taiwan's EV chargers rev up for fast charging era
Electric vehicle adoption hinges on charging infrastructure, and Taiwan's industry players are raising the bar with ultra-fast DC solutions to bring charging times closer to traditional refueling speeds. LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
ASEAN deployment of Chinese automakers
Chinese automakers are keenly deploying in the EV markets of ASEAN, with local manufacturing and supply of key components playing a crucial role in their success. Abstract China's automobile exports continued to outpace Japanese automakers in the first half of 2024, with its electric vehicle (EV) shipments surpassing one million units and comprising 37% of its total car exports. This performance highlights the growing strength of China's EVs in the global automotive market.
Why is Volkswagen shutting down its factories?
Automaker Volkswagen has announced several plans to shut down or migrate its factories, signaling a strategic adjustment for the company in the global market. In particular, this is a response to a decline in demand for fuel vehicles and the rapidly... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
Global automobile and EV sales, 2024
Overall automobile sales began to decelerate, but electric vehicle (EV) sales remained in robust growth in China in the first half of 2024. Abstract Global auto sales in the first half of 2024 reached 43.3 million units, marking a 3.3% year-over-year increase. However, growth slowed in the second quarter as backlogged orders were cleared.
Liquid-cooled charger and cable tech, 2024
Liquid-cooled chargers are reshaping the EV charging experience with cable players leading the development of liquid-cooled charging gun systems. Abstract The penetration of electric vehicles (EV) is closely related to the infrastructure construction of chargers. The charging time of EVs is inversely proportional to the power of chargers.
Revisiting the role of governance and institutions on agricultural production
1 INTRODUCTION As agriculture remains the backbone of the economy in many low-income countries, improving agricultural production and productivity is a necessary component for economic development and poverty reduction (Fuglie et al., 2020; Lio & Liu, 2008). Yet, historically, there have always been disparities in the levels of agricultural productivity between low- and high-income countries (Gollin et al., 2014a, 2014b; Hayami & Ruttan, 1970).
Revisiting the role of governance and institutions on agricultural production
1 INTRODUCTION As agriculture remains the backbone of the economy in many low-income countries, improving agricultural production and productivity is a necessary component for economic development and poverty reduction (Fuglie et al., 2020; Lio & Liu, 2008). Yet, historically, there have always been disparities in the levels of agricultural productivity between low- and high-income countries (Gollin et al., 2014a, 2014b; Hayami & Ruttan, 1970).
Milk, money, and gender: Exploring the link between women's decision‐making in dairy production and welfare investments in boys versus girls
1 INTRODUCTION The distribution of household decision-making affects how households allocate resources. Studies show that when women have more bargaining power and greater control over household finances, they tend to direct household resources toward higher investments in human capital, such as education, health, and nutrition (Mishra & Sam, 2016).
China dominates global automobile exports in 2023 as EV demand surges, says DIGITIMES Research
China's automobile exports have shown significant growth in recent years, with the export volume reaching 5.22 million units in 2023, nearly 800,000 more than Japan's, making China the world's largest automobile exporter. According to DIGITIMES Research's... LOGIN Save my User ID and Password Save my User ID and Password Some subscribers prefer to save their log-in information so they do not have to enter their User ID and Password each time they visit the site.
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