Samsung smartphones gain share at expense of iPhone in Taiwan in February
Samsung Electronics made the biggest gain in share in Taiwan’s handset market in February, although Apple remained the top vendor.
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China breaks ground in GaN: first 8-inch N-polar wafer, 100nm PDK signal high-frequency chip ascent
On March 24, 2025, Jiufengshan Laboratory (JFS) announced two major breakthroughs in GaN technology: the world’s first 8-inch silicon-based N-polar gallium nitride on insulator (GaNOI) material with high electron mobility, and the debut of China’s first 100nm GaN process design kit (PDK) for chip fabrication.
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Taiwan shipbuilder unveils military USV free of China supply chains
A Taiwanese shipbuilder has launched a military-grade unmanned surface vessel (USV) that it independently developed without any involvement from China’s supply chain.
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Tesla stumbles abroad: political backlash, labor unrest, and Robotaxi ambitions collide
Tesla is grappling with mounting international headwinds as geopolitical friction, regulatory uncertainty, and brand controversies collide. Straddling the divide between the US and China, the EV maker is catching heat from both sides—disrupting its supply chain, denting its image, and complicating expansion efforts.
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Pegatron chair advocates nuclear expansion for Taiwan’s energy security
Energy resilience is vital to a nation’s economy, and electricity costs directly impact national competitiveness, according to Pegatron Chairman T.H. Tung. He urged Taiwan to invest more in developing high-value components and services within the power industry.
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AI Expo 2025: Taiwan-US experts analyze key developments in AI
The fourth AI Expo, organized by DIGITIMES, has officially kicked off. Taiwan’s Vice President Bi-Khim Hsiao attended the event, while Minister of Economic Affairs J.W. Kuo delivered a speech during the opening ceremony. AI Fund managing general partner Andrew Ng, industry representatives from AWS, Microsoft, Etron, and Trend Micro were also present at the inauguration.
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SEMI Country excerpt 3: How Foxconn redefines manufacturing
At the Foxconn 50th anniversary banquet, Apple CEO Tim Cook conveyed his congratulations via video message. He mentioned that products which would typically take several months to complete were accomplished by Foxconn in just a matter of days. (Founder) Terry Gou has redefined the limits of mass production, compelling major brands that have defined products over the past three to four decades to take notice.
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Chinese suppliers develop server component capabilities, says DIGITIMES Research
As US-China trade tensions rise, the global server EMS supply chain is transforming, with Chinese manufacturers rapidly gaining prominence and challenging established players. A recent DIGITIMES report noted Chinese suppliers’ capability to provide server components amid a complex landscape where geopolitical strategies, technological advancements, and market competitiveness intersect.
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Samsung Electronics faces leadership crisis after sudden passing of co-CEO Han Jong-hee
The sudden passing of Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-hee has sent shockwaves through the company and the broader market, throwing the conglomerate into a potential crisis. Han, a key figure who oversaw Samsung’s TV, home appliances, and smartphone businesses, also led the company’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) efforts in recent years. His death raises immediate concerns about succession and leadership continuity within Samsung.
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PCB firms see AI and networking demand drive growth in 2Q25
Entering the second quarter of 2025, Taiwanese PCB manufacturers have exhibited optimism on market recovery, propelled by persistent demand from high-end applications, including AI servers and satellite communications, as well as the expedited adoption of edge AI devices. This trend is expected to enhance order visibility for high-layer count, high-speed, and high-frequency PCBs, according to industry sources.