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Monday 9 February 2026
South Korea bets on AI and electric powertrains to shape cars of future

The South Korean government announced plans to invest KRW464.5 billion (approximately US$316 million) in the automotive sector in 2026,...

Monday 9 February 2026
Exclusive: Color e-paper fuels an e-reader boom across Asia, E Ink says
At the annual Taipei International Book Exhibition — traditionally a peak season for e-reader launches and promotions — E Ink Holdings, the world's largest e-paper material...
Sunday 8 February 2026
Nvidia and Dassault Systèmes deepen partnership to bring AI into the physical world
Dassault Systèmes announced that it will undertake its largest-ever technology integration with Nvidia, deepening a partnership that spans more than 25 years. Under the expanded...
Sunday 8 February 2026
Memory shortage and Windows 11 refresh reshape Europe's 2026 PC market outlook
Europe's PC market is entering a period of renewed uncertainty. The effects of the Windows 11 refresh cycle are colliding with the memory supply crisis, fundamentally altering shipment...
Sunday 8 February 2026
Google named Apple's preferred cloud provider as AI partnership details remain unclear
Alphabet executives have confirmed that Google is Apple Inc.'s "preferred cloud provider," renewing market speculation over the scope of their collaboration in artificial intelligence,...
Saturday 7 February 2026
Musk rains on Apple's EV parade: Talent alone isn't enough
Elon Musk said Apple's failed attempt to develop an electric vehicle underscores a broader misconception in the technology industry: that recruiting high-profile talent from established...
Friday 6 February 2026
HTC expedites AI glasses sales with channel expansion, ecosystem growth

Following the launch of its first AI smart glasses, Vive Eagle, HTC has continued to roll out operational initiatives, including expanding...

Friday 6 February 2026
Foxconn sees 35% revenue increase in January on AI server demand
Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) reported a 35.53% year-over-year increase in revenue for January 2026, reaching NT$730.04 billion (US$23.06 billion), driven by strong demand for...
Friday 6 February 2026
Japan's consumer electronics decline: From mobile phones to TVs
Sony has recently chosen to partner with TCL in managing its Bravia TV brand, reflecting the long-standing downturn of the Japanese vendor's television business. In Japan, once-dominant...
Friday 6 February 2026
Huawei unveils new wearables, phones, and tablets ahead of MWC
Huawei announced on February 4 that it will hold a product launch event titled "Now is Your Run" on February 26 in Madrid, Spain. The company plans to introduce a diverse lineup, including...
Thursday 5 February 2026
Renesas posts first annual loss in six years as 1Q26 margin rebounds to 32%
Renesas Electronics forecast a sharp improvement in profitability for the January to March quarter as growth in data center and other industrial infrastructure demand offsets weakness...
Thursday 5 February 2026
Global tech firms shrink China operations: Amazon, Bosch drive major workforce cuts
As year-end nears, several multinational technology companies with deep roots in China are reshaping their local workforce structures. Following a new round of layoffs at Amazon, Bosch...
Thursday 5 February 2026
Qualcomm reports record 1QFY26 results, flags memory constraints in near-term outlook
Qualcomm reported record financial results for its fiscal first quarter of 2026, while guiding lower for the current quarter as memory supply constraints begin to weigh on handset...
Thursday 5 February 2026
Wi-Fi, auto, and data center momentum underpin Skyworks' broad market confidence

Skyworks Solutions devoted much of its earnings call Q&A to outlining why broad markets remain a key growth driver, with management...

Thursday 5 February 2026
Infineon's Ams Osram sensor acquisition signals shift toward higher-value systems and AI-linked growth
Infineon's planned purchase of Ams Osram's non-optical sensor portfolio underscores a strategic move to deepen its systems capability, rebalance exposure away from cyclical automotive...