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Wednesday 13 May 2026
Altasec deepens edge AI imaging push into Europe and US security markets
Altasec Technology, a smart security and control solutions provider founded in 2011, will list on Taiwan's Emerging Stock Board on May 14 as it moves to capture demand from AI applications...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Tesla boosts Berlin output with US$250M battery cell expansion
Tesla is investing US$250 million to expand battery-cell production at its Berlin-Brandenburg Gigafactory, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Europe just as the company starts...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Samsung labor talks collapse as bonus dispute threatens chip output
Samsung Electronics and its largest labor union failed to reach a pay deal following government-mediated talks, raising the risk of an 18-day strike beginning May 21, 2026, that could...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Doosan to build new CCL plant in Thailand
South Korean copper clad laminate (CCL) maker Doosan is reportedly moving to strengthen its overseas capacity in Thailand, a key production hub for Taiwan PCB suppliers serving global...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Canada warns US tariff rollback is non-negotiable as USMCA review looms
Canada and industry groups pushed back against the prospect of linked concessions as the US prepared for a high-level summit with China on May 14 and North America readied for the...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Hanwha Semitech to supply FO-PLP equipment for SpaceX-linked chip production
South Korean semiconductor equipment maker Hanwha Semitech is reportedly preparing to supply fan-out panel-level packaging (FO-PLP) equipment for advanced chip packaging in the second...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Lite-On, Delta benefit from surge in AI server power demand
April results from Taiwan's power electronics sector underscored how deeply artificial intelligence infrastructure is reshaping demand for energy systems, with strong growth across...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Taiwan to set up US industrial parks as bilateral ties deepen
The US may soon see Taiwan-style industrial parks, according to officials and industry representatives who recently visited the country to attend a trade summit. The development could...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Acter reports record first-quarter results as AI-driven orders push backlog past NT$50 billion
Acter Group reported record first-quarter 2026 results as sustained demand from semiconductor, AI data center, and high-tech electronics customers drove factory buildouts and expansions,...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Taiwan telecoms post strong April on 5G migration and enterprise ICT momentum
Taiwan's major telecom operators delivered robust April results, supported by continued 5G migration, seasonal smartphone demand around Mother's Day, and sustained contributions from...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
TsangYow's Malaysia plant to start up in 2026
At the recently concluded SEMICON SEA, the scale of industry interest in Southeast Asia was clear. Alongside the growing presence of Chinese exhibitors and the expanding ranks of Singapore...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Taiwan machinery exports rise for 15th month on AI and semiconductor demand
Taiwan's machinery exports expanded for the 15th consecutive month in April 2026, as sustained demand for AI infrastructure and semiconductors lifted shipments of electronic equipment...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Chinese battery firms gain market share as North American EV slowdown hits Korean Rivals
Global electric-vehicle battery demand continued to expand in the first quarter of 2026, even as growth in several major automotive markets slowed, underscoring the industry's shifting...
Wednesday 13 May 2026
AI server tracker: GUC surges ahead as Faraday and Alchip face slower 2026 start

Taiwan's ASIC and design services sector is showing sharply diverging fortunes in 2026, with new monthly revenue data highlighting strong...

Wednesday 13 May 2026
Foxconn breach underscores rising cybersecurity threats facing Apple suppliers
Hon Hai Precision Industry, also known as Foxconn, said some of its facilities in North America were hit by a cyberattack, according to a corporate filing released on Monday.