Tencent ramps up Nvidia H20 orders as DeepSeek’s breakout spurs AI arms race

Tencent Holdings Ltd. has reportedly ordered tens of billions of yuan worth of Nvidia H20 AI chips to support its expansion into large-scale AI applications. Caijing Magazine reports that this surge in demand has created a short-term supply crunch for H20 chips. To meet Tencent’s order, Nvidia is now reallocating resources to stabilize deliveries.

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Foxconn eyes NT$1 trillion in annual AI server sales

AI made a substantial contribution to Foxconn’s (Hon Hai Technology Group) sales growth in 2024. Looking ahead, Chairman Young Liu indicated that 2025 will be the first year of AI. Sales of AI server products are expected to increase quarterly. Their revenue share of the server industry will continue to grow. He anticipates that this sector will soon be Foxconn’s next trillion-dollar industry.

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Foxconn remains committed to global expansion and exploring new markets

Manufacturers are currently facing enormous challenges as a result of global geopolitical tensions and the tariffs that follow. In reaction to probable tariff effects and Foxconn’s strategic plans, company chairman Young Liu underlined the significance of staying in close contact with clients. He noted that using a comprehensive global layout will assist clients in making timely changes, allowing them to maintain their position as market leaders.

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Airoha secures NT$1.4 billion in government grants alongside approvals for three others

In November 2024, Airoha Technology (Airoha) secured a NT$1.4 billion (approx. US$ 42.59 million) grant from Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), drawing industry-wide attention. MOEA has always encouraged Taiwan-based companies to enhance their competitiveness through investment in forward-looking industries. Under such circumstances, they continue to support businesses by easing the financial burden of research and development.

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Samsung talent crisis: Corporate culture and decision-making to blame?

Samsung Electronics has struggled to retain the top-tier professionals it recruited in semiconductors, robotics, big data, and artificial intelligence (AI). The departure of these key talents points to a concerning pattern that industry watchers link to potential issues within Samsung’s corporate culture and decision-making approach. As these specialized experts continue to leave, questions emerge about the company’s ability to sustain innovation in critical technology sectors.

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