Taiwan's semiconductor materials industry is entering a new window of opportunity as advanced semiconductor process and packaging technologies continue to evolve. Despite geopolitical headwinds, stronger local supply-chain resilience is accelerating the push toward materials self-sufficiency.
Xiaomi unveiled its second-generation humanoid robot at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing, where the machine made its first public appearance and performed gestures for attendees. The demonstration highlighted the company's latest push into humanoid robotics, with the robot able to follow live commands and recognize scenes through a large model.