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Monday 31 March 2025
Taiwan and Japan expand joint research into next-gen compound semiconductors
To strengthen academic exchange and collaboration between Taiwan and Japan, the renowned Japanese research institute RIKEN has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Taiwan's...
Monday 31 March 2025
Darfon sees strong growth by 2026 as its green energy de-inventory ends
As Darfon's de-inventory process finally coming to an end, a more robust supply chain as well as better-integrated group resources are gradually falling into place. Andy Su, chairperson...
Monday 31 March 2025
Edge AI gains momentum as industry players push for real-world applications
Nvidia GTC 2025 highlighted AI application scenarios and emerging opportunities in edge computing, fostering a collaborative atmosphere among industry players. While opinions on the...
Monday 31 March 2025
Yulon Motor president addresses tariffs, EV production, and financial outlook
Yulon Group commenced its earnings conference, with Yulon Motor leading the discussion on March 26. This marked president Kuo-Hsing Hsu's first earnings call since assuming the role...
Monday 31 March 2025
Japan injects US$5.4 billion into Rapidus, eyes US$660 million in private funding for 2nm chip rollout
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) said on March 31, 2025, it will provide up to JPY802.5 billion (US$5.4 billion) in fresh funding to Rapidus, a domestic startup...
Monday 31 March 2025
NSTC advances digital healthcare with AI, 5G, MIoT, and biomedical big data integration
With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), smart healthcare and digital health are entering a new era of possibilities. In response, the Taiwanese government is leveraging...
Monday 31 March 2025
Trump's 25% auto tariff set to boost Tesla as Europe, Canada threaten retaliation
US President Donald Trump will impose a 25% tariff on imported passenger vehicles and key components starting April 2, prompting retaliation threats from the European Union and Canada...
Monday 31 March 2025
Samsung SDI considers more Chinese battery equipment amidst cost pressures
As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) slows, battery manufacturers are adjusting their procurement strategies to manage costs. South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI is exploring...
Monday 31 March 2025
LG Group prioritizes battery business and compliance at shareholder meeting
At LG Group's 63rd shareholders' meeting in Seoul, chairman Koo Kwang-mo, though absent, conveyed his strategic vision through a written message, emphasizing the company's commitment...
Monday 31 March 2025
Hanwha Semitech expands HBM production capabilities with orders from SK Hynix
Hanwha Semitech is poised to expand its supply of thermal compression bonding machines (TCB) for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) production to SK Hynix.
Monday 31 March 2025
S-Tech secures US aerospace certification among global defense expansion
Taiwan's S-Tech, a specialist alloy materials manufacturer under Taiwan Steel Group, has obtained aerospace-grade superalloy certification from a major US aircraft engine manufacturer,...
Monday 31 March 2025
Taiwan power crisis driven by fossil fuel costs, not green energy
Taiwan's state utility Taipower faces significant losses and calls for price hikes primarily due to soaring fossil fuel costs that power 80% of the island's electricity supply, not...
Monday 31 March 2025
Micron initiates price increase; Samsung and SK Hynix may follow suit
Following the announcement of a price increase by Micron, the world's third-largest DRAM manufacturer, South Korean media analysis indicates that the other two major DRAM players,...
Monday 31 March 2025
Weekly news roundup: Semiconductor business like DeepSeek may emerge in China; Intel Japan chair defends Gelsinger strategies
These are the most-read DIGITIMES Asia stories from the week of March 24 – March 29.
Monday 31 March 2025
Geely's Zeekr establishes company in South Korea to accelerate entry into high-end market
Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle (EV) brand under Geely, is making swift moves to enter the South Korean market. On December 28, 2024, the company registered "Zeekr Intelligent...