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Wednesday 23 April 2025
Robots on the run: China's groundbreaking humanoid marathon reveals tech's growing pains
In a landmark event that tested the limits of current robotics technology, Beijing became the stage for the world's first humanoid robot half-marathon. Nearly 20 teams from across...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Taiwan tech leader clinches quiet win in global auto supply chain amid US-China tensions
As the global automotive sector advances rapidly toward electrification and autonomous technologies, Taiwan is establishing a significant presence through steady and deliberate progress...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
GTOC invests NT$1.7 billion to expand automotive glass business in Vietnam
Glass processing manufacturer G-Tech Optoelectronics (GTOC) announced a board resolution to invest an additional NT$1.385 billion (US$42.6 million) in its Vietnam project. The board...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
China curbs auto industry's self-driving claims
China has halted autonomous driving promotions at the Auto Shanghai, forcing automakers to revise marketing strategies just as the exhibition opened.
Wednesday 23 April 2025
OpenAI would buy Google's Chrome browser, ChatGPT chief says
OpenAI would be interested in buying Google's Chrome browser if a federal court orders it to be spun off, the head of ChatGPT said in a court hearing Tuesday.
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Huawei's expansion in smart driving stirs competition, scrutiny
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi's pivot into cars has become a high-profile success story. Its SU7 is a hit, forecast to sell 350,000 units this year, and even Ford Motor CEO Jim...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Microsoft earnings call: 3 key areas to watch
Microsoft is set to release its latest earnings report on April 30, with the market closely watching key topics such as Microsoft's relationship with OpenAI, data center developments,...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
China's humanoid robot marathon reveals shifting industry dynamics and technological trends
China staged the world's first humanoid robot half marathon on April 19, 2025, establishing a benchmark for testing robotic capabilities in extended mobility challenges. The competition...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
AWS reportedly follows Microsoft in slowing data center expansion amid economic uncertainty
Due to rising economic uncertainties, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has reportedly paused some data center leasing negotiations, indicating a cooling demand for artificial intelligence...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
O'Prueba rides edge AI wave amid global tech tensions
The rise of edge computing and artificial intelligence is revitalizing Taiwan's software sector, leading to a new wave of startups despite longstanding hurdles. Among the emerging...
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Renault-Geely's retrofit-ready hybrid aims to redefine EV manufacturing
Horse Powertrain, the joint venture between Renault and China's Geely Group, will debut its Future Hybrid powertrain concept at Auto Shanghai 2025. Vehicles featuring the system are...
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Toyota expands NEV presence in China with Lexus EV production based in Shanghai
On April 22, the Shanghai municipal government and Toyota officially held a strategic cooperation agreement signing ceremony, announcing that Toyota's wholly-owned Lexus battery electric...
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Hygon delivers blowout 1Q results amid surge in domestic AI, compute demand
On April 22, Hygon Information Technology, a top Chinese high-performance chipmaker, posted its first-quarter 2025 earnings, surpassing analyst forecasts. Driven by accelerating demand...
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Tesla exploring Indian suppliers to diversify away from China
Tesla has recently shown strong interest in India, with CEO Elon Musk announcing plans to revisit the country later in 2025. Tesla is also reportedly exploring potential suppliers...
Tuesday 22 April 2025
FET launches enterprise AI consulting platform, partners with TIPC to drive smart port operations
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the role of telecom operators, expanding their reach beyond traditional network infrastructure to enterprise solutions. Far EasTone Telecommunications...