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Oct
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Oct
Penang outlines semiconductor cluster: Focus on PCB, backend
A semiconductor industry cluster is emerging in Penang, Malaysia, with an emphasis on the PCB and backend supply chains.
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Oct
Google Is working on reasoning AI, chasing OpenAI’s efforts
Google is working on artificial intelligence software that resembles the human ability to reason, similar to OpenAI’s o1, marking a new front in the rivalry between the tech giant and the fast-growing startup.
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Oct
APAC offshore wind market faces crossroads as regional competition intensifies
The Asia-Pacific offshore wind sector is at a pivotal juncture, with Taiwan’s early lead now under pressure from rapidly advancing markets in Japan and South Korea. Industry experts at the 13th Asia Offshore Wind Day warn that the region must address key challenges to maintain its competitive edge against European projects.
04
Oct
AI data center structure upgrade to benefit Taiwanese suppliers
The high power consumption and heat generation by AI data centers can no longer be solved through simple hardware upgrades, leading to changes beneficial to Taiwanese supply chain development. According to industry analysis, two main advantages include Taiwan’s responsibility for supplying 90% of global products and its increased visibility in regional markets under TSMC’s lead.
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Oct
Offshore wind industry faces headwinds despite long-term growth prospects
The global offshore wind industry is grappling with near-term challenges even as it eyes substantial long-term growth, according to Irfan Choudry, Director of Power and Renewables Consulting at S&P Global. Speaking at the 13th Asia Offshore Wind Day, Choudry described a sector facing rising costs and supply chain bottlenecks, while being buoyed by ambitious government targets and technological advancements.
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Oct
Taiwan’s AI revolution: Sovereign AI applications set to launch in 2025
At a recent Legislative Yuan session, National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) Minister Cheng-wen Wu addressed legislators’ concerns about Taiwan’s AI standing. According to the 2023 Government AI Readiness Index by Oxford Insights, Taiwan ranks 19th in AI preparedness globally but only 106th in compute power, revealing a significant disparity.
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Oct
Europe uses geographical advantage to combat power consumption
The rise in artificial intelligence (AI) demand has led to a corresponding increase in data center requirements. However, finding locations with sufficient power to support these energy-intensive facilities has proven challenging.
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Oct
Typhoon Krathon sparks race among 7 major AI models for most accurate forecasting
Typhoon Krathon’s erratic movement and prolonged stay over Taiwan have sparked discussions about which AI models can most accurately predict its trajectory. Research from various companies indicates that the key factors in improving weather prediction accuracy remain data, algorithms, and vast computing resources. A significant challenge lies in integrating new technologies into existing systems without substantially increasing computational demands.
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Oct
Ford Lio Ho repositions Kuga lineup to navigate Taiwan’s competitive mid-size SUV market
Taiwan’s domestic mid-size SUV market is experiencing fierce competition, with brands like Ford Lio Ho Motor, 70% owned by Ford Motor, striving to stand out amid rising costs.