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Monday 19 May 2025
Chipmakers seek edge beyond Moore's Law as computing power race escalates
The semiconductor industry's decades-long strategy of shrinking transistors faces diminishing returns, forcing companies to explore alternative technologies for competitive advantage in the post-Moore's Law era.
Monday 19 May 2025
Nvidia's master plan: forging a strategic alliance for the future of AI infrastructure

For the past two years, the AI revolution has resembled a software arms race: the bigger the model, the better the odds of winning. But in 2025, the race is shifting from code to concrete. The new battleground is physical, industrial, and strategic—the rise of the AI factory.

Thursday 15 May 2025
GB300 leads AI server showcase at Computex 2025
AI servers will be a major focus of the upcoming Computex 2025, with ODMs and EMS providers set to showcase their latest solutions, including GB300 models, at the annual tech tradeshow in Taipei.
Wednesday 14 May 2025
Taiwan's Skymizer unveils AI accelerator for edge computing, targeting post-GPU market
Taiwanese semiconductor IP provider Skymizer has launched HyperThought, a next-generation AI accelerator intellectual property (IP) designed to bring multimodal, generative AI capabilities to edge devices without relying on cloud connectivity. The announcement positions the compiler startup to capitalize on the growing demand for efficient AI hardware beyond traditional GPU solutions.
Wednesday 14 May 2025
Imaging specialist Ability unveils new machine vision modules for next-gen automation and edge AI
Taiwan-based optical imaging solutions provider Ability Enterprise is accelerating its diversification strategy by entering the machine vision market. The company has launched two new imaging modules, an infrared (IR)-assisted full-color wide-angle module and an active stereo 3D imaging module, to meet emerging customer needs in high-end sensing and edge computing applications.
Monday 12 May 2025
Chief Telecom delivers record 1Q25 growth, defies tariff and currency headwinds
Taiwan-based internet data center provider Chief Telecom has posted robust first-quarter results, achieving double-digit growth across all major financial metrics despite global trade uncertainties and a strengthening New Taiwan dollar. The company remains steadfast in its 2025 growth targets, citing minimal impact from currency fluctuations due to its prompt settlement of overseas revenue.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Winmate hits 1Q25 revenue record driven by edge AI and robotics demand
Taiwanese industrial computing firm Winmate Corporation reported its highest-ever first-quarter revenue, driven by growing global demand for robotics and edge AI computing platforms, alongside the expansion of AIoT applications across industries.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Advantech zeroes in on humanoid robotics, fusing IPC heritage with edge AI to chart the next frontier
As AI evolves beyond algorithms and computational benchmarks, focus has shifted to real-world implementation. Robotics—especially humanoid robots—has emerged as one of the most promising vectors for applying AI at scale. Advantech, a global leader in industrial PCs, has been quietly preparing for this shift. In 2024, the company launched a new business unit aimed at becoming the "brain and heart" of next-generation intelligent robots.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
COMPUTEX 2025 kicks off with AI NEXT Forum, showcasing transformation innovations
The much-anticipated COMPUTEX 2025 kicked off on May 6, with the AI NEXT Forum, setting the stage for groundbreaking advancements in technology. Paul Peng, chairman of the Taipei Computer Association (TCA), highlighted that this year's theme, "AI NEXT," places artificial intelligence at the forefront, with more than 60% of exhibitor booths dedicated to AI-driven innovations.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Advantech set to return to Computex under new AI vision
As AI applications continue to proliferate, industrial PC (IPC) manufacturer Advantech will return to Computex in 2025 after a 12-year absence. CEO KC Liu emphasized that the company will invest in promoting AI within the industry through seminars, forums, and even live streaming, as well as work with various partners to build an industry ecosystem.
Tuesday 6 May 2025
Taiwan's industrial PC sector adapts to US tariffs with strategic localization and supply chain resilience
Taiwan's industrial PC (IPC) manufacturers are intensifying efforts to localize production and expand their presence in North America amid increasing tariff pressures from the US. Ennoconn has altered its initial strategy to build a factory in Mexico, choosing instead to set up a new facility in Tennessee, with operations expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025. Similarly, Advantech is considering the creation of a printed circuit board assembly and contract manufacturing center in the US, signaling a wider industry move toward domestic production as companies adapt to evolving trade policies.
Friday 2 May 2025
Etron expands AI portfolio with edge computing solutions for smart robots and privacy-preserving AI

Etron Technology is making bold moves into the burgeoning edge AI market with the launch of its AI vision solution, eYs3D, under its subsidiary eYs3D Microelectronics. The solution has already secured 12 customers, including a major Taiwanese parking lot operator, with expectations that over a thousand parking lots will adopt the technology by the second half of this year. This growing demand is set to fuel Etron's growth trajectory through 2026. Additionally, its other subsidiary, DeCloak, has unveiled new applications for its robot dog technology, integrating AI-powered privacy systems into military and law enforcement operations, with orders already overflowing into the year-end.

Wednesday 16 April 2025
Hybrid and near-edge computing is gaining traction in robotics development
Computing architecture design has become a focus with the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics technology. Industry observers point out that a hybrid model that combines the advantages of cloud, edge, and local computing is gaining traction. With government policy support, the hybrid model can effectively reduce the model training costs for enterprises. Hyper-local edge computing is particularly seen as a solution with great development potential because it can solve both latency and privacy compliance issues.
Tuesday 15 April 2025
The Great Tech Reset 10: China's innovation edge—where business models outrun the tech
Electric vehicles are naturally ideal platforms for testing AI technologies. At the same time, the robotics industry is moving beyond 2D control systems into 3D, 4D, and more complex dimensions. The real shift, however, lies in business model innovation, not just technical advancement. Lei Zhang, founder of Hillhouse Investment, highlights this evolution, calling China "not only a leader in technological innovation, but a global powerhouse in business model innovation." A new wave of Chinese entrepreneurs is capturing global attention.
Friday 11 April 2025
The Great Tech Reset 9: Inside the autonomous future—smart cars, drones, robots, AR gear take the lead
China's EV dominance is already global, but the next front is autonomous driving. It's no longer just about the vehicle; it's about the AI-powered stack behind it: maps, sensors, monitoring, and infrastructure. For AI, smart cars aren't just another use case—they're the ultimate proving ground.
Wednesday 9 April 2025
The Great Tech Reset 7: China's ambitious roadmap to semiconductor self-sufficiency
Compared to the wafer fabrication industry, which is highly restricted by equipment limitations, China's IC design sector—based on the opportunities within its domestic market—appears to have a more optimistic outlook. According to DIGITIMES, the output value of China's IC design industry reached US$35.8 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow to US$73.2 billion by 2030, achieving double-digit annual growth. From autonomous driving chips to electronic design automation (EDA) tools, China aims to cover all aspects of the semiconductor industry and cultivate domestic leaders in each field. Huawei's HiSilicon, Cambricon (AI accelerators), Horizon Robotics (ADAS), and Silergy (often referred to as "China's Texas Instruments") all play key roles in this ecosystem.
Monday 31 March 2025
Taiwan Mobile and Phison collaborates to boost AI applications
Taiwan Mobile announced on March 26 a strategic cross-industry partnership with Phison Electronics, focusing on three major aspects—joint software development, co-marketing and distribution, and brand-market expansion.
Monday 31 March 2025
Interview with Ceva CEO: Neural networks gradually replacing traditional DSP; targeting edge AI in the IP market
IP provider Ceva has been actively entering the edge AI sector in recent years. In an interview with DIGITIMES, CEO Amir Panush stated that edge AI presents significant market opportunities and will be a key growth engine for Ceva in the coming years.
Monday 31 March 2025
Musk's xAI startup swallows up X social network in surprise deal
Elon Musk said his xAI artificial intelligence startup has acquired the X platform, which he also controls, at a valuation of US$33 billion, marking a surprise twist for the social network formerly known as Twitter.
Saturday 29 March 2025
LLM proliferation drives edge market growth, benefiting IPC vendors
The widespread market adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) has prompted various industries to seek AI applications for transformation and efficiency enhancement. In particular, the integration of large language models (LLM) with edge AI/edge computing is gradually becoming a focal point in market discussions.
Friday 28 March 2025
Silicon Motion joins AI humanoid robotics supply chain
Silicon Motion Technology has entered the AI humanoid robotics supply chain and anticipates substantial growth from this area over the next five years, according to the flash device controller specialist.
Thursday 27 March 2025
IPC vendors integrate hardware and software for competitive advantage
With the increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI), how to leverage AI technology to drive digital transformation in industries has become a focal point of concern.
Thursday 27 March 2025
Positive outlook for quantum computing; academic and research initiatives poised to propel Taiwan forward
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently revised his earlier skepticism about the potential of quantum computing, now acknowledging its potential to enhance Nvidia's chip sales through synergies with classical computing. As the significance of quantum computing grows, Taiwan is ramping up its efforts in quantum research, backed by major government support and groundbreaking projects, positioning the country as a key player in the next wave of technological advancements.
Thursday 27 March 2025
AI Expo 2025: Edge AI will redefine human-machine interaction, says Qualcomm VP
In a pivotal appearance at AI EXPO Taiwan 2025, organized by DIGITIMES, Qualcomm's vice president and President of Qualcomm Taiwan and Southeast Asia, ST Liew, delivered a compelling keynote on the dawn of the Edge AI era.
Thursday 27 March 2025
US tech stays bullish on AI ROI as edge AI nears breakout
Bank of America's (BofA) Global Research division recently hosted an AI forum, spotlighting two major investor concerns: AI return on investment (ROI) and the impact of US tariffs. While Apple has postponed the launch of Apple Intelligence, analysts said the delay reflects a deliberate focus on user experience, which continues to support optimism around edge AI development.