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Europe's defense boom has a semiconductor problem
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Europe's quantum patents hit record growth, but startup funding loses steam
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Scaling the final frontier: Supply chain strategies from Paris Space Week 2026
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Taiwan boosts military drone orders 16-fold as tensions with China escalate
Taiwan plans to spend more than US$1.68 billion acquiring 48,000 military drones by 2027, a 16-fold increase from current levels, as the island strengthens defenses against growing Chinese military pressure, including frequent airspace incursions and...
US defense contractors deepen Taiwan ties as AI military applications expand
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US defense contractors deepen Taiwan ties as AI military applications expand
American defense technology companies are strengthening relationships with Taiwan's tech sector as the Biden administration's AI action plan signals increased military AI spending, potentially boosting demand for dual-use hardware and cybersecurity...
Taiwan advances silicon photonics as global market heads toward US$7.8 billion by 2030
Taiwan is positioning itself in the growing silicon photonics market through government investment and university research partnerships, as the technology becomes critical for artificial intelligence infrastructure and defense applications, with the...
US hits Chinese graphite with 160% tariffs, threatening EV costs
The US Commerce Department imposed anti-dumping tariffs as high as 93.5% on Chinese graphite imports in mid-July 2024, bringing total duties to 160% when combined with existing countervailing measures and threatening to increase electric vehicle costs...
Taiwan US$1.68 billion military drone order draws eyes from global suppliers
Taiwan's defense ministry plans to procure 48,750 drones across five categories through 2027 with a budget exceeding US$1.68 billion, attracting manufacturers globally as the island bolsters military capabilities amid rising tensions with China.
Taiwan US$1.68 billion military drone order draws eyes from global suppliers
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China defense export surge tempts South Korea to push for AI-integrated weapons
China's defense industry is transitioning from domestic-focused growth to global competition through artificial intelligence integration and civil-military technology fusion, prompting South Korea to reassess its strategy for achieving its goal of becoming...
VIS sees New Taiwan Dollar's strength weighing on margins
Taiwanese contract chipmaker Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) reported a 15.4% quarterly decline in second-quarter net income as the New Taiwan Dollar appreciation offset higher wafer shipments, while forecasting moderate semiconductor market...
Manufacturing sector prioritizes measurable returns as AI adoption accelerates smart factory push
Global manufacturers are demanding clearer performance metrics before investing in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart manufacturing systems, with supply chain experts identifying three key criteria driving adoption decisions: visibility, verifiability,...
Taiwan's Cold Electric expands battery production as global supply chains shift from China
Cold Electric, a Taiwanese lithium iron phosphate battery manufacturer, is capitalizing on growing international demand for non-Chinese energy storage systems as it expands production capacity eight-fold and targets markets in Japan and the United St...
Tesla differentiates through full supply chain decarbonization
Tesla is developing an integrated approach to supply chain decarbonization spanning battery production, manufacturing processes, and energy systems as automakers face increasing pressure to reduce emissions across entire value chains rather than just...
Taiwan orders 48,000 drones in historic defense buildup amid escalating China tensions
Taiwan's defense ministry has expanded drone procurement sixteenfold to 48,000 units from an initial 3,000, testing domestic manufacturers' ability to rapidly scale production amid heightened military tensions with China.
Counter-drone market set to reach US$14.3 billion by 2032 as warfare evolves
The global counter-drone systems market is projected to reach US$14.32 billion by 2032 as small unmanned aerial vehicles transform modern warfare, driving demand for detection and neutralization technologies among military and security agencies world...
US solar tariffs create domestic opportunity hampered by supply chain gaps
President Donald Trump's tariffs on Chinese solar imports have effectively blocked competition for American manufacturers, but severe raw material shortages threaten to undermine the protectionist strategy as domestic production capacity remains structurally...
Young Optics turns profitable on insurance claim despite core business losses
Taiwan's Young Optics posted first-half 2025 net income of NT$8.22 million (US$252,000) after fire insurance compensation offset operating losses, as the optical components manufacturer prepares to enter silicon photonics production and expand LiDAR...
Trump escalates solar trade war with China, targeting 95% of global polysilicon supply
US President Donald Trump launched a Section 232 trade investigation targeting China's polysilicon exports, which control 95% of the global market, as his administration dismantles renewable energy subsidies and forces Chinese manufacturers to exit...
Apacer profits from DDR4 shortage as memory shift creates supply gaps
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Apacer profits from DDR4 shortage as memory shift creates supply gaps
Taiwan's Apacer Technology reported 44% revenue growth in the second quarter as DDR4 memory shortages drove demand for the older standard, highlighting how the industry's transition to newer technology is creating profitable opportunities for specialized...
Tesla revenue falls as Musk banks on robotaxi rollout even with regulatory hurdles
Tesla reported double-digit declines in second-quarter revenue and profit as CEO Elon Musk doubled down on autonomous vehicle ambitions while facing California regulatory challenges that could disrupt expansion plans.
Tech giants ramp up AI spending in heated infrastructure race
Alphabet has raised its 2025 capital expenditure to US$85 billion from US$75 billion as technology companies accelerate artificial intelligence infrastructure investments despite uncertain returns, with server manufacturers including Quanta and Foxconn...
Tesla loses European market share to Volkswagen and Chinese rivals as its limited vehicle lineup hurts sales
Tesla's European market share continues declining as Volkswagen AG and Chinese automakers deploy aggressive volume strategies, highlighting challenges from the electric vehicle (EV) maker's narrow product range and CEO Elon Musk's controversial public...
Tesla's price cuts challenge premium brand positioning as EV competition intensifies
Tesla's aggressive price-cutting strategy risks undermining its luxury brand status as the electric vehicle (EV) pioneer prepares to launch affordable models in the second half of 2025, raising questions about its ability to maintain premium positioning...
Foxconn advances next-generation AI server development as cloud spending sustains demand
Foxconn is developing Nvidia's next-generation Vera Rubin server architecture and securing custom chip orders from cloud providers, reinforcing its market-leading position as artificial intelligence infrastructure spending continues despite mixed industry...
Trump's aggressive trade tactics yield mixed global economic signals
President Donald Trump's aggressive trade strategy, executed alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, continues to reshape international economic relationships. Japan exemplifies this dynamic: after facing a...
BYD delays Hungary plant, pivots to Turkey in Europe strategy shift
Chinese electric-vehicle maker BYD is reshaping its European manufacturing plans, pushing back mass production at its Hungary facility while fast-tracking a Turkey plant as it grapples with market challenges.
MSI may tie motherboard shipments with Gigabyte in 2025
MSI is adopting a cautious strategy toward AI server-related products, while its Taiwanese rivals Gigabyte Technology, Asustek Computer and ASRock are all aggressively expanding in the sector with immediate operational benefits, but its motherboard...
New trade deal likely to have minor effect on Japanese auto market, say analysts
With Japan agreeing to invest US$550 billion in US markets and open sectors including automobiles, rice, and agricultural products under a new trade agreement in exchange for the US to cut its reciprocal tariffs on Japan to 15%, sources from industry...
OpenAI, Oracle salvage US$500 billion Stargate AI project after SoftBank exit
The US$500 billion Stargate artificial intelligence infrastructure project is moving forward despite internal disputes and SoftBank's withdrawal, with OpenAI and Oracle signing agreements for a 4.5GW data center that suppliers expect will drive sustained...
Taiwan military drone orders surge to 48,000 units, testing manufacturers' capacity
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Taiwan military drone orders surge to 48,000 units, testing manufacturers' capacity
Taiwan's Ministry of Defense has launched a massive drone procurement drive, planning to purchase 48,000 military-grade commercial drones over the next two years-a 16-fold increase from its previous 3,000-unit order that challenges local manufacturers...
Samsung plans HBM4 comeback with advanced chip technology
Samsung Electronics is preparing a strategic challenge to SK Hynix's dominance in sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory with an ambitious technological leap that could reshape the HBM4 supply landscape.
Taiwan's PlayNitride expands into China with US$19 million microLED plant
MicroLED manufacturer PlayNitride will establish a Chinese subsidiary in Kunshan Development Zone, Jiangsu Province, as part of its global expansion strategy following its 2023 US operations launch. The Taiwan-based company plans to invest up to US$19...
├śrsted powers up Taiwan's first TSMC-exclusive wind farm
Ørsted announced that the first turbine of the Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms has successfully connected to Taipower's grid and begun generating electricity. This 920 MW project represents a groundbreaking achievement as the world's...
OpenAI and Google AI models reach Olympiad gold medal-level in math but diverge on rollout plans
Large language models (LLMs) from OpenAI and Alphabet's Google have achieved gold medal-level performance on International Mathematical Olympiad problems, marking a breakthrough in artificial intelligence capabilities while revealing different commercial...
South Korean tech giants fall short on cybersecurity talent amid telecom breach fallout
South Korea's largest technology platforms are facing scrutiny over inadequate cybersecurity investments following a major breach at SK Telecom, with data showing Naver and Kakao employ fewer security specialists than industry peers.
PlayNitride faces revenue decline as microLED growth streak ends
Taiwanese microLED manufacturer PlayNitride is confronting its first significant slowdown after years of rapid expansion, with first-half revenue falling 4.64% to NT$504 million (approx. US$17.1 million) amid customer product transitions and global...
Beijing's law of evolution: China moves to crash EV price war amid mounting cash crunch
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China moves to crash EV price war amid mounting cash crunch
China has revived price controls and capacity discipline mechanisms across its clean energy sectors, triggering a solar industry price recovery. The government now extends similar self-regulation demands to electric vehicles after BYD-led price cuts...
Taiwan importers sidestep car taxes with assembly workaround
By Annabelle Shu, Taipei; Vyra Wu, DIGITIMES Asia Taiwan's auto importers are using local assembly tactics to reduce crushing tax burdens that can push levies above 50% on foreign vehicles. Full access to articles dating back to 2000. Real-time access to the news as it breaks. Access to premium content. Full access to Tomorrow's Headlines. Asia Supply Chain 250 dataset access.
TSMC drone tender sparks Taiwan supplier interest as chipmaker expands Arizona operations
TSMC issued its first drone procurement tender for workplace safety and factory inspections at its Arizona facility, with partner selection expected in the second half of 2025. The move signals the world's largest contract chipmaker's push into unmanned...
China solar companies push for government intervention as prices surge after months of losses
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China solar companies push for government intervention as prices surge after months of losses
Chinese solar manufacturers have orchestrated sharp price increases across the industry supply chain after reporting widespread losses, with government backing for production curbs aimed at halting a destructive pricing war.
Nvidia's China chip clearance spurs SK Hynix memory expansion plans
Nvidia's renewed ability to sell H20 artificial intelligence chips to China following the lifting of US restrictions is driving SK Hynix to consider expanding production of advanced memory semiconductors.
China weighs deeper solar export curbs as Taiwan faces supply squeeze
China's leading solar manufacturers are signaling fresh production and pricing restrictions reminiscent of late 2024 measures, according to supply chain sources. Beijing has already cut export tax rebates on solar cells to 9% from 13% in a bid to halt...
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