Huawei posted its second-highest revenue on record as the Chinese telecommunications giant demonstrates resilience despite years of US trade restrictions that have reshaped its business model.

Apple's first real effort to cut ties with Qualcomm's modem dominance appears to have stumbled out of the gate. Qualcomm commissioned Cellular Insights to run real-world 5G tests on T-Mobile's sub-6GHz standalone network in New York City. The results, reported by Bloomberg, MacRumors, TrendForce, and Mobile World Live, showed Android devices with Qualcomm modems consistently outperforming Apple's iPhone 16e—Apple's first handset powered by its self-developed C1 modem.

The US Court of International Trade ruled on May 28, 2025, that US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs are invalid. Yuan-Kai Chung, chairman and president of Audix, commented that Trump may find other ways to pressure specific companies. However, the tariff impact on Apple is relatively limited. The real focus remains on overall market innovation momentum and consumer willingness to upgrade devices.

Samsung Electronics is nearing a wide-ranging deal to invest in Perplexity AI Inc. and put search technology from the artificial intelligence startup at the forefront of the South Korean company's devices.

Sercomm, a networking equipment manufacturer, released its 2024 business report and financial statements during a shareholders meeting held on May 29, 2025. Company Chairman James Wang presided over the meeting, during which a new board composed of eight directors, including four independent directors, was elected.

D-Link Corporation is defying the slowdown in global networking demand triggered by inflation and geopolitical tensions. Backed by its global distribution network, the company continues to post stable revenue. Its "Made in Taiwan" strategy—anchored in the belief that "cybersecurity is national security"—recently secured a five-year supply deal with a US client.

US tariff uncertainty continues to shake global supply chains, but Foxconn Chairman Young Liu said the company faces minimal direct impact due to its contract manufacturing model. Speaking at the May 29, 2025, shareholder meeting, Liu noted that exchange rate volatility presents a more significant operational risk, while tariff burdens are more likely to affect clients.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its third year, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have solidified their role as a pivotal force in both offensive and defensive operations. Recently, fiber-optic-guided drones, known for their exceptional resistance to electronic warfare interference, have surged in deployment across the Ukrainian battlefield, emerging as critical assets for both sides' military operations.

With artificial intelligence driving explosive demand for high-speed data transfer, optical communication technologies are advancing in lockstep. Foxconn's Hon Hai Research Institute (HHRI), in partnership with National Taiwan University (NTU) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), has unveiled a breakthrough in multi-wavelength micro-LED (μ-LED) technology.

Sony has unveiled its 2025 flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VII, aiming to strengthen its position in the high-end segment despite its diminished influence in the global smartphone market. While far behind giants like Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo, Sony is leveraging its brand strength and technological integration to maintain relevance, particularly in Japan, Taiwan, and parts of Europe.