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Friday 11 July 2025
China's 'trade-in' subsidy policy aims to stabilize panel prices amid funding crunch concerns
The Chinese government has been vigorously promoting the "trade-in" subsidy policy since the second half of 2024, positioning it as a key tool to stimulate consumption and stabilize...
Friday 11 July 2025
Subsidy hangover? China's June auto sales surge may be last hurrah
China's auto sales reached 2.08 million units in June, marking the highest monthly total since June 2022. Analysts believe the spike was likely driven by consumers accelerating purchases...
Thursday 10 July 2025
Japan secures 'golden share' in Rapidus to safeguard chip tech, bolster 2nm push
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) said it will condition public investment in chip startup Rapidus on the issuance of a "golden share" that grants the government...
Thursday 10 July 2025
Semes' semiconductor cleaning process designated as South Korea's National Core Technology
Semes, the semiconductor equipment subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has had its semiconductor cleaning process technology recognized by the South Korean government as a National...
Thursday 10 July 2025
Stay or relocate: Taiwan makers weigh exodus amid weak government support
The free trade agreement (FTA) between the US and South Korea has now become irrelevant under Donald Trump's administration. Taiwan's tech products also face the possibility of losing...
Thursday 10 July 2025
Tripolar shift: Taiwan's battery swapping market moves toward fragmentation
Taiwan's electric scooter industry may be on the cusp of a new chapter—one defined not just by innovation, but by fragmentation. With the potential emergence of a third battery-swapping...
Thursday 10 July 2025
Taiwan-Germany academic collab reportedly finalizes semiconductor research projects
Taiwan and Germany reportedly have finalized the semiconductor research projects that their academics will be collaborating on from 2026 to 2029.
Wednesday 9 July 2025
Amazon's Project Kuiper targets South Korea in global satellite push

Amazon's satellite internet venture, Project Kuiper, is accelerating its expansion into Asia, with a focus on South Korea, Taiwan, and...

Wednesday 9 July 2025
Tax policy uncertainty stalls Taiwan's auto sector despite govt push
As the calendar turns to July, major car brands across Taiwan are rolling out aggressive promotional campaigns in a bid to jumpstart lackluster sales. However, while automakers are...
Wednesday 9 July 2025
IBM sees potential in Taiwan & Japan as quantum strategies advance
Hans Dekkers, General Manager of IBM Asia Pacific, recently returned to Taiwan for his fifth visit in less than a year since taking office. He believes Taiwan and Japan will play...
Tuesday 8 July 2025
Taiwanese firms upbeat about Vietnam's long-term prospects in auto manufacturing
Taiwanese firms remain optimistic about Vietnam's long-term automotive prospects, citing trade agreements, government support, and improving infrastructure. Though still developing...
Monday 7 July 2025
Talent crunch in Vietnam puts Luxshare's investment plans in limbo
Apple supplier Luxshare-ICT (also known as Luxshare Precision) has called on the Vietnamese government to address ongoing skilled labor shortages and bureaucratic inefficiencies in...
Monday 7 July 2025
Taiwan energy startup eyes AI-powered grid solutions as power demand surges
Energy AIoT startup Thingnario is positioning Taiwan to capitalize on surging electricity demand from generative AI while meeting net-zero targets, bringing together industry and...
Monday 7 July 2025
China's solar overcapacity campaign targets US-hit industries
China launched a "de-involution" campaign targeting solar, energy storage, and electric vehicle sectors since mid-March following the Two Sessions, focusing on industries hit by US...
Monday 7 July 2025
Australia sues China-backed firm over rare earths stake in national security move
Australia has filed a lawsuit against China-backed Indian Ocean International Shipping and Service Company for violating foreign investment laws, demanding it divest from rare earths...