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Monday 3 February 2025
India to build home-grown foundational model by 2025
India is accelerating its artificial intelligence (AI) development, with the government aiming to build a domestic LLM within 10 months as part of the INR103.7 billion (approx. US$1.2...
Monday 3 February 2025
Taiwan poised to capitalize on AI advancements brought by DeepSeek, says Acer execs
The emergence of China's AI model DeepSeek has stirred the industry, highlighting the potential of open-source technology. Acer CEO Jason Chen noted that the future will see multiple...
Monday 3 February 2025
Tariffs 2.0 hits tech: TSMC fast-tracks US expansion amid AI shakeup
The global semiconductor industry is in turmoil, with TSMC facing a rocky start to the year, hit by three major challenges at once. Earthquakes in southern Taiwan could cost billions,...
Monday 3 February 2025
Meet DeepSeek's founder: journey from stock prodigy to AI disruptor
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, is making waves with its claim of rivaling OpenAI and Meta's large language models for a mere US$6 million. While this assertion has drawn skepticism,...
Monday 3 February 2025
OpenAI unveils plans for AI devices to rival smartphones
In a recent interview, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman unveiled plans to develop a generative AI-powered device aimed at replacing smartphones. Through this ChatGPT-optimized device, OpenAI...
Monday 3 February 2025
Singapore to keep working closely with US amid DeepSeek concerns
Singapore said its customs and law enforcement departments will continue to work closely with US counterparts amid concerns China AI firm DeepSeek obtained Nvidia Corp. chips through...
Monday 3 February 2025
Cadence aims to strengthen its presence in India's growing data center sector
Cadence Design Systems has said that it recognizes India as a critical hub for innovation and data-driven growth and is committed to deepening its footprint in the region's data center...
Monday 3 February 2025
India cuts import taxes on electronics components to boost local manufacturing
In a bid to strengthen India's position in global supply chains and boost local manufacturing, the Indian government has eliminated import taxes on several electronics components...
Monday 3 February 2025
Kaynes Technology confirms OSAT project delay due to regulatory process
India-based EMS player Kaynes Technology has reported robust financial growth in the first three quarters of fiscal 2025 (April 2024 to March 2025). Despite regulatory delays, Kaynes...
Monday 3 February 2025
US-Sino tariff war: limited immediate impact, long-term risks looms
According to Bloomberg Intelligence (BI) economists Chang Shu and David Qu, the latest 10% tariff hike on Chinese goods shifts the next move to Beijing. Signed by President Donald...
Monday 3 February 2025
Global supply chains holds breath over Trump's 100% chip tariffs
In late January 2025, President Donald Trump proposed tariffs of up to 100% on chips imported from Taiwan, aiming to bolster US manufacturing. The move, however, risks driving up...
Monday 3 February 2025
OpenAI releases more affordable model o3-mini in the wake of DeepSeek
OpenAI rolled out a new, lightweight artificial intelligence (AI) model that it said is capable of humanlike reasoning and makes gains on efficiency — a product that will be...
Monday 3 February 2025
Apple scraps work on Mac-connected augmented reality glasses
Apple Inc. has canceled a project to build advanced augmented reality glasses that would pair with its devices, marking the latest setback in its effort to create a headset that appeals...
Friday 31 January 2025
EMS Watch: Differences in EMS/ODM development across regions according to profit margin
The top 20 EMS/ODM companies in 2024 include 9 from China, 7 from Taiwan, and 4 from North America, ranked by revenue. However, if we analyze these companies based on profit and profit...
Friday 31 January 2025
CHPT co-founder outlines new AI strategies to tackle challenges and seize growth opportunities in Taiwan's semiconductor market.
The semiconductor industry is swiftly advancing due to high-performance computing and AI smartphones, creating opportunities for AI semiconductors. With the growing demand for advanced...