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Tuesday 20 January 2026
US semiconductor tariffs may weigh on Malaysia's export-driven industries
The US' recent announcement of a 25% tariff on certain advanced computing chips, including Nvidia's H200 and AMD's MI325X, could have implications for Malaysia's semiconductor sector,...
Monday 19 January 2026
Research Insight: The rising chip cost inside every car is forcing a rethink in China
As electric vehicles and autonomous driving technologies spread rapidly, and as automotive electrical and electronic (E/E) architectures grow more centralized, the value of semiconductors...
Monday 19 January 2026
Commentary: US and Taiwan finalize tariff deal, securing favorable terms for semiconductor exports

The US and Taiwan have formally concluded a tariff agreement that sets a 15% rate on covered goods, alongside a sweeping package of Taiwanese...

Sunday 18 January 2026
South Korea signs IP pact again, China-linked tech leaks still dominate
South Korea's Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on intellectual property cooperation with China's National Intellectual Property Administration...
Friday 16 January 2026
US imposes 25% chip tariff under Section 232, but Taiwan secures strategic carve-outs in high-stakes talks
The US White House has formally announced a 25% import tariff on semiconductors under Section 232, while outlining multiple exemption mechanisms that could mitigate the impact on key...
Friday 16 January 2026
Vietnam to set up national semiconductor chip prototyping center
Vietnam's Ministry of Science and Technology has decided to establish a national center for semiconductor chip prototyping, a move aimed at developing high-quality human resources...
Friday 16 January 2026
South Korea seeks matching US tariff breaks after Taiwan's chip pact agreement

South Korean industry and government officials are monitoring a new trade agreement between the US and Taiwan that links semiconductor...

Friday 16 January 2026
Taiwan secures preferential US tariff treatment for semiconductors
Taiwan's Executive Yuan announced early Thursday that it had secured preferential tariff treatment from the United States on semiconductors and related products, marking a significant...
Thursday 15 January 2026
Delta Electronics plans major manufacturing expansion in India to support 'Make in India' push
Delta Electronics India is set to significantly expand its manufacturing footprint in India, reflecting the company's confidence in the country's growing semiconductor and electronics...
Thursday 15 January 2026
TSMC Arizona yields depend on Taiwan's on-site experts
TSMC is known for strong performance and high yields in advanced chip manufacturing, supplying key customers such as Nvidia and Apple. But producing leading-edge semiconductors requires...
Wednesday 14 January 2026
TSMC turns Arizona gamble into goldmine as suppliers ride 10-year wave
After five years of struggling with double construction timelines and billion-dollar regulatory hurdles, TSMC has quietly transformed its Arizona operations into a profit engine, and...
Wednesday 14 January 2026
From wastewater to green materials: Ping Ho bets on semiconductor recycling

Ping Ho Environmental Technology said it will move beyond its core wastewater treatment business and invest in recycling waste sulfuric...

Wednesday 14 January 2026
AI boom pushes Taiwan's GDP growth past 7%, masking tariff and talent strains on non-ICT sectors
Taiwan recorded a GDP growth of over 7% in 2025, driven by an AI-fueled export surge, yet the headline growth conceals mounting pressures on traditional industries grappling with US...
Tuesday 13 January 2026
Taiwan-US tariff talks near closure, Section 232 relief in focus
Taiwan's Office of Trade Negotiations under the Executive Yuan said on January 13 that the core objectives of ongoing tariff talks with the US have been to secure reductions in reciprocal...
Friday 9 January 2026
TSMC posts strong full-year growth in 2025 as December revenue eases on seasonal shipment patterns
TSMC reported solid year-over-year growth in December 2025 revenue, even as monthly momentum softened slightly toward the end of the year, underscoring resilient underlying demand...