Nan Pao posts record March and 1Q26 revenue driven by semiconductors and new products

Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group reported a historic revenue high for March, reaching NT$2.4 billion (approx. US$75.3 million), up 17.4% year-over-year, fueled by raw material price fluctuations and customers’ proactive stockpiling ahead of expected product price hikes. The company also achieved a record first-quarter revenue of NT$5.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026, supported by ongoing new product development and successful expansion into new customer segments.

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Taiwan’s chip program covers 200+ high-end devices to boost advanced IC design talent

The Chip-based Industrial Innovation Program (Taiwan CBI), a decade-long, NT$300 billion (US$9.4 billion) initiative launched by the Executive Yuan to support academic and research institutions in acquiring costly semiconductor equipment, has begun to achieve initial results. According to a report from the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), over 200 key semiconductor-related devices are now available to provide regular fabrication and implementation services, becoming a major boost for training advanced IC design talent.

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Delta Electronics hits record revenue on AI server, liquid cooling surge

Delta Electronics’ record March revenue signals a global shift as cloud providers ramp up AI infrastructure spending, boosting demand for AI server power supplies and liquid cooling. Worldwide operators face pressure to adopt liquid cooling and higher-voltage DC power, affecting data center design, supplier strategies, and procurement across regions and markets.

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ViewSonic VX2740D‑4K is a dual-mode 4K gaming monitor built for immersion and esports speed

The ViewSonic VX2740D‑4K has just been launched, targeting two very different audiences at once: players who crave cinematic 4K immersion and competitive gamers who demand extreme speed. The standout feature is its dual‑mode capability, allowing users to switch between 4K UHD at 160Hz for high‑fidelity visuals and 1080p at 320Hz for maximum responsiveness. The display is built on a 27-inch 4K IPS…

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Philips 27M2G5800 is launched with a 165Hz 5K display and dual mode capability

The Philips 27M2G5800 is a brand-new monitor designed to give players unprecedented flexibility between ultra‑high resolution visuals and extreme refresh‑rate performance. The model’s defining feature is its 27-inch Fast IPS display with dual‑resolution mode, allowing users to switch seamlessly between 5120 x 2880 at 165 Hz and 2560 x 1440 at 330 Hz, offering a choice between razor‑sharp detail…

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Sony teases the launch of its 2026 True RGB TVs

Sony is preparing to usher in a major shift in premium television technology this spring as it readies the launch of its first True RGB TVs – a next‑generation display platform built around independently controlled red, green, and blue LEDs. After years of development and several early demonstrations, the company is now positioning True RGB as a flagship technology designed to surpass not only…

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US expands tech curbs on China with MATCH Act and FCC testing ban proposal

US lawmakers from both parties have recently introduced a new bill aimed at further restricting China’s access to advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The move seeks to strengthen efforts to curb China’s ambitions in semiconductor development and to achieve closer alignment with allies such as the Netherlands and Japan on export controls.

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