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Wednesday 22 October 2025
TSMC strengthens foundry 2.0 leadership, backed by robust AI chip packaging demand
AI investment has boosted semiconductor demand, with TSMC reporting a third-quarter 2025 revenue of US$33.1 billion. Strong advanced packaging demand, supported by Nvidia GPUs, benefits...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Tesla maps out AI6 chip supply chain from Korea to Texas
Tesla has started preparing for the production of its next-generation AI6 chip at Samsung's wafer foundry. Observers believe the company will first handle core technology development...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Dutch Minister held call with Beijing in rising tensions over Nexperia asset freeze

In a rare late-night statement issued on October 21, China's Ministry of Commerce disclosed that Minister Wang Wentao held a phone call...

Wednesday 22 October 2025
South Korean AI startup Rebellions partners with Malaysia's Sarawak government in Borneo
South Korean AI chip startup Rebellions has announced a partnership with the Sarawak state government in Borneo, marking its official entry into the Association of Southeast Asian...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Will TSMC's 2nm price hike force Qualcomm and MediaTek to switch orders to Samsung?
As TSMC raises its 2nm prices, rumors have emerged suggesting Qualcomm and MediaTek might shift orders to Samsung. The speculation has gained traction in industry circles, with some...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Samsung's Exynos 2600 returns to flagship-level performance
Samsung Electronics will reportedly equip its next-generation Galaxy flagship series with its own flagship mobile SoC platform, the Exynos 2600, resuming a shared chip supply with...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Ventec unveils next-gen PCB materials for AI servers, green electronics at TPCA 2025
Taiwan-based Ventec International Group, a niche copper-clad laminate (CCL) supplier, unveils its latest material innovations for manufacturing AI server printed wiring boards (PWBs)...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Foreign investment drives Taiwan's semiconductor output to NT$6 trillion
In 2024, AI drove Taiwan's semiconductor output to surpass NT$5 trillion (approx. US$162.9 billion). It is expected to grow another 20% in 2025 to reach NT$6.3 trillion. Additionally,...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
PSMC narrows loss despite memory market tightness and cautious IT demand
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (PSMC) reported a reduced net loss in the third quarter of 2025, driven by stronger memory product shipments, improved gross margins,...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Texas Instruments trims production, tightens focus for a measured recovery
In the Texas Instruments third-quarter 2025 earnings call held on October 21, President and CEO Haviv Ilan addressed investor questions regarding booking patterns and demand consistency...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Texas Instruments outlook signals continued market weakness
On October 21, Texas Instruments reported stronger revenue in the third quarter of 2025, posting growth across all major end markets despite a softer outlook for the coming quarter...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
ASE to acquire ADI's Penang plant, plans long-term supply deal
ASE Technology Holding announced it will acquire Analog Devices' (ADI) manufacturing facility in Penang, Malaysia, further expanding its global IC packaging and testing service network...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Analysis: Samsung reclaims memory crown but what about its foundry?
Samsung Electronics is expected to deliver a surprising performance in the third quarter of 2025, successfully reclaiming the top position in the global memory market, signaling a...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
AI boosts Taiwan's economy but challenges balanced growth goals
Taiwan's economy is experiencing a dramatic surge fueled by its dominant position in global semiconductor manufacturing and the artificial intelligence boom. The Chung-Hua Institution...
Wednesday 22 October 2025
Japan to appoint first female prime minister, pledges support for AI and chip industries
Sanae Takaichi, president of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), was appointed as the country's new prime minister on October 21, 2025, with cabinet formation to follow. This...