Taiwan’s drone effort achieves success in Europe, adding Czech Republic and Poland as partners

The Taiwan Excellent Drone International Business Alliance (TEDIBOA) is presently in Germany to attend Europe’s largest drone exhibition, “XPONENTIAL Europe.” This expedition has yielded positive results, as the alliance members have effectively expanded Taiwan’s drone industry foothold in Europe through collaborative agreements with firms in the Czech Republic and Poland.

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China’s mature-node foundry price war eases as global clients shift orders

China’s aggressive price war in mature-node wafer manufacturing appears to be stabilizing, as Vanguard International Semiconductor (VIS) reports shifting customer orders. Chairman Leuh Fang said during an earnings call that while overcapacity in China will drive severe pricing pressure in 2024, the irrational competition has eroded trust, prompting global clients—particularly from the US—to diversify supply chains.

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Vivo aims for 30% sales growth in Taiwan by 2025 with V50 launch

Vivo has unveiled its latest V50 series in Taiwan as part of its strategy to expand its footprint in the competitive smartphone market. The launch, held on February 25, 2025, is underpinned by Vivo’s ongoing collaboration with optical company Carl Zeiss, known for its precision in lens manufacturing. The new V50 series boasts advanced artificial intelligence and optical capabilities, featuring a 50-megapixel Carl Zeiss lens on both the front and rear cameras, promising enhanced image quality for users. Additionally, Vivo has upgraded the series’ battery capacity, fast charging, and screen specifications to meet heightened consumer expectations.

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