The advent of the personal computer (PC) provided an opportunity for Taiwan's manufacturing services to further evolve

The US has unveiled its latest round of reciprocal tariffs, set to take effect on August 1, 2025. Countries that have yet to reach an agreement with President Donald Trump's administration now face the near-certainty of increased tariffs, adding fresh strain to global trade negotiations

As of 2024, the global electronic manufacturing services (EMS) industry is valued at approximately US$700 billion, with about half originating from Taiwan. Starting in 1966 with basic black-and-white television assembly, Taiwan has transformed over six decades into a comprehensive EMS powerhouse

As Taiwan rides the wave of the AI revolution—with booming exports of GPUs and AI servers—some experts say the country risks losing sight of deeper, long-term challenges

Glass substrates are considered one of the key directions for advanced packaging development, especially showing significant potential in high-performance computing (HPC) and data center sectors. Advances in glass substrate technology have also attracted widespread attention across the semiconductor industry. Despite that, recent reports stated that Intel plans to stop self-developing and producing glass substrates, opting instead to use glass substrates supplied by external vendors

With global EV growth decelerating, Taiwan's Foxconn is pressing ahead with its electric vehicle ambitions. The company is reportedly in advanced talks with Nissan Motor over a potential joint venture at the automaker's Oppama plant in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, a development that analysts say could mark a turning point for both firms

The recent documentary on Taiwan's semiconductor development history, A Chip Odyssey, highlights how the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) licensed and transferred semiconductor technology to Taiwan, launching a half-century journey in semiconductors for the island

Small-to-medium-size panel maker Japan Display (JDI), despite having suffered 11 consecutive years of losses, global layoffs, and the recent resignation of its former CEO Scott Callon, the company is still eyeing to return to profitability in 2026 with the closing of its Mobara factory in Chiba to concentrate production at its Ishikawa plant

Xiaomi's latest breakout products, the YU7 electric vehicle and AI-powered smart glasses, are making waves not just for their functionality, but for how they're being positioned and sold. In today's digital-first consumer economy, tech is no longer just about utilities; it's a lifestyle marker. Analysts are increasingly framing this shift as "hype-driven tech consumption," with some even likening it to the rise of "tech collectibles.

Formosa Smart Energy has unveiled Taiwan's first lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery recycling pilot line, launched in tandem with the government's July 1 rollout of discounted disposal fees for used lithium batteries. The initiative aims to boost local investment in battery reuse and closed-loop recycling infrastructure

US President Donald Trump has confirmed a preliminary tariff framework with Vietnam that lowers duties on Vietnamese exports to the US from 46% to 20%. However, the deal includes a separate 40% tariff on transshipped goods routed through Vietnam from other countries. In return, Vietnam will eliminate all tariffs on US imports, granting American products full access to its market

As 2025 begins under President Donald Trump's second term, rising trade tensions and tariffs are pushing regionalized manufacturing. In this context, Foxconn is reportedly recalling Chinese engineers from its Indian operations, highlighting the complex China-India dynamics shaping global industry

On June 26, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced that the US had signed a trade agreement with China on June 25, which was also confirmed by China's Ministry of Commerce. From the talks in Geneva on May 11 to negotiations in London on June 10, followed by Trump's recent announcement, what exactly have the two countries agreed upon

Unlike semiconductor manufacturing processes, time is never an element that filmmakers can control. Since its release over three weeks ago, the documentary 'A Chip Odyssey' has accumulated a box office of NT$12 million (approx. US$410,582). The semiconductor godfather, Morris Chang, even quietly bought tickets and watched alongside regular audience members. Whether the screening period can be extended remains a race against time for director Chu-Chen Hsiao.

Since the onset of the US-China tech war, both sides have engaged in multifaceted struggles over strategic industries such as semiconductors, AI, and critical resources