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Aug
18
Aug
MSI MPG 321CURX QD-OLED is the brand’s first curved 32″ 240Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor
16
Aug
Zerova adapts global marketing strategy as US EV charging market faces uncertainty
The US EV charging market is temporarily affected by numerous variables due to the 2024 US presidential election. Alex Lin, Chairman of Phihong’s EV charging market subsidiary, Zerova, stated that while the US market has slowed down, markets in Europe and Japan have shown growth, compensating for the US market’s vacancy. The overall revenue for 2024 is predicted to be about the same as 2023, with hopes of returning to a growth rate in 2025.
16
Aug
Geely, Xpeng, Xiaomi boosted by strong vehicle sales amid threats from EU tariffs
Chinese automakers including Xpeng Inc., Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., and Xiaomi Corp. should all report higher vehicle sales, though challenges remain as competition heats up and the European Union moves ahead with tariffs.
16
Aug
Top Chinese chip gear maker sues Pentagon to void sanctions
One of China’s most prominent chip gear makers is suing the Pentagon for linking it to the People’s Liberation Army, seeking to get off a blacklist that bars business with American firms.
16
Aug
China’s struggle to boost domestic chip use in EVs
Bloomberg previously reported that China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has instructed EV companies like BYD and Geely to increase the procurement of domestic electronic components and accelerate the adoption of locally produced semiconductor chips. Although there was an informal target for EV companies to increase the share of domestic chips to 20% by 2025, progress has been slow.
16
Aug
Indian IC design startup seeks six automotive contracts and eyes mid-term chipmaking investment
L&T Semiconductor Technologies, an Indian startup set up less than a year ago, expects to begin developing chips for six automobile companies and eventually venture into the chipmaking business.
16
Aug
Struggling in the EV era: traditional Tier 1 suppliers face restructuring amid global challenges
Due to weaker-than-expected demand for electric vehicles (EVs), many traditional Tier 1 suppliers in Europe and the US have undergone significant restructuring in recent years.
16
Aug
Component suppliers see promise in 2H24 amid launch of new models and AI demand
The second half of the year is traditionally the peak season for the launch of flagship smartphones, which is expected to boost demand for key components such as PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) and optical parts.
16
Aug
International firms eyes Vietnam semiconductor talent amid rising geopolitical tension
Vietnam has made talent development a top priority to support the country’s growth semiconductor industry.