Honda and Nissan scrapped merger talks after failing to agree on terms, marking an abrupt end to what could have been a landmark consolidation in Japan’s auto industry. The negotiations, which began in December 2024, were seen as a survival strategy amid intensifying global competition.

According to Nikkei Asia, Apple is currently in discussions with its suppliers to potentially assemble iPhones in Indonesia. This move would be significant for the Indonesian government, which has been keen on securing larger investments from the tech company in exchange for access to its market.

Server shipments are gaining momentum, resulting in strong January revenues for server ODMs who remain optimistic about 2025, with component suppliers confident in double-digit revenue growth.

Taiwan’s telecom giant Chunghwa Telecom is setting its sights on a trillion-dollar market value by 2025, building on seven consecutive years of record performance. The company’s growth strategy revolves around AI integration, talent development, network resilience, technology platform upgrades, stronger partnerships, and sustainability. A key priority will be expanding AI applications to enhance both operational efficiency and financial performance.