With the advent of 5G-Advanced (5.5G) in 2024, the journey toward 6G is swiftly approaching. Non-terrestrial networks (NTN) have become a key transformative force in the future of communications. By expanding network coverage from terrestrial to aerial and space domains, NTN not only paves the way for “ubiquitous connectivity,” a central objective of 6G, but also signifies a crucial milestone in the convergence of the telecommunications and aerospace sectors.

SpaceX continues to dominate the low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications market, but other US companies are advancing with distinct strategies aimed at capturing emerging opportunities in the rapidly evolving space connectivity sector.

With the global race toward net-zero intensifying, Taiwan’s energy strategy now stands at a critical crossroads. An amendment to the Environmental Impact Assessment Act, currently under review in the Legislative Yuan, is drawing fierce concern from industry groups, who argue the proposal could create a self-inflicted “legislative barrier” that jeopardizes Taiwan’s energy security, semiconductor supply chain, and the livelihoods of millions.

Kaynes Semiconductor is looking to expand into IC backend businesses as Kaynes Technologies’ EMS business faces uncertainties due to US tariffs.

Qisda chairman Peter Chen said the company’s third-quarter 2025 performance was weaker than previous years’ seasonal peaks, mainly due to currency fluctuations and tariffs. He noted that US demand has been clearly soft since the third quarter of 2025. He expects the fourth quarter to remain flat amid lackluster promotional events for Thanksgiving, Singles’ Day, and Christmas.

Taiwanese PCB makers Zhen Ding Technology (ZDT) and Compeq Manufacturing posted solid third-quarter 2025 results, lifted by stronger-than-expected sales from Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup and steady consumer electronics demand.