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Friday 24 July 2026

TSMC's Arizona expansion moves past initial hurdles as fabs and packaging ramp up

Since TSMC announced in 2020 that it would build factories in the US, the market has closely watched how overseas fab costs would affect operations. TSMC's long-running Arizona buildout...

Friday 24 July 2026

Rapidus expands Hokkaido chip hub with packaging and analysis

Rapidus is expanding the semiconductor development and production network around its Chitose, Hokkaido foundry, adding chip analysis...

Friday 24 July 2026

Commentary: Wistron's Texas AI factory shows why US manufacturing still needs Taiwan

Wistron's opening of its D1 AI smart factory in Fort Worth, Texas, marks a new milestone for Taiwan's downstream electronics manufacturers. The plant will support...

Friday 24 July 2026

Japan, Korea, and Taiwan face fresh 10-12.5% US tariffs under forced-labor Section 301 action

Much of Asia's manufacturing base is now subject to new US import duties of 10% to 12.5% after the White House finalized a Section 301 action against 60 economies, citing their failure...

Friday 24 July 2026

Taiwan manufacturers advance OT security under supply chain pressure

Taiwanese companies are strengthening operational technology cybersecurity as smart manufacturing and critical infrastructure become increasingly digital, with manufacturers generally...

Friday 24 July 2026

Taiwan turns to AI and robotics to build senior-tech industry for super-aged era

Taiwan is turning to artificial intelligence, robotics and connected-care systems to manage one of the world's fastest demographic transitions, while seeking to turn the challenge...

Friday 24 July 2026

South Korea's mandatory ESG disclosures loom: How Samsung Display and LG Display are preparing

South Korea has finalized plans to bring climate-related information under statutory disclosure requirements beginning in 2028, advancing the timetable and widening the scope compared...

Friday 24 July 2026

Analysis: Why Nvidia is betting Japan's manufacturing data will power physical AI

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's whirlwind visit to Japan in mid-July extended well beyond product announcements and public appearances. Alongside...

Friday 24 July 2026

Mitsubishi Electric seeks September deal on power-chip merger with Toshiba, ROHM

Mitsubishi Electric is seeking an agreement with Toshiba and ROHM by September on combining semiconductor operations centered on power...

Friday 24 July 2026

Taiwan EV subsidies lag as buyers weigh gasoline, hybrid, and electric cars

Taiwan's electric vehicle market is moving more slowly than expected as long-stagnant subsidies leave buyers with a difficult choice between internal combustion engine, hybrid electric,...

Friday 24 July 2026

PG Union bets on new models as Taiwan auto market weakens

PG Union is counting on new vehicle launches to navigate a weakening Taiwan auto market in the second half of 2026, after demand in the first seven months fell short of industry ex...

Friday 24 July 2026

Techzone sees stronger 2026 demand as semiconductor waste processing tightens

Techzone said growing AI demand and continued ramp-up of advanced semiconductor production have increased both the volume and complexity of specialty solvents, pushing hazardous waste...

Friday 24 July 2026

TEEMA advances Mexico science park plan as Sonora offers visa and policy support

The Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA) moved its event promoting investment in science parks forward on July 21 in Taipei, with Mexico's Sonora state...

Friday 24 July 2026

Ubiqconn lifts first-quarter revenue and expands North America and AI plans

Ubiqconn Technology, a Taiwan-based industrial computer manufacturer, said on July 21 that its consolidated revenue rose to NT$548 million in the first quarter of 2026, up 61% from...

Friday 24 July 2026

TEEMA unveils three-part plan for Mexico technology park to help small exporters expand

Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA) on July 21 held an investment briefing in Taiwan on its Mexico science park plan, bringing together representatives...

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