MSI PRO MAX OLED 271UPJW12 is the world’s first 27-inch 4K IJP OLED monitor

The MSI PRO MAX OLED 271UPJW12 has just been unveiled as the world’s first 27‑inch Inkjet‑Printed (IJP) OLED display, marking a major milestone in next‑generation visual technology. Positioned as the ultimate all‑in‑one monitor for productivity and entertainment, the new model blends cutting‑edge OLED engineering with premium ergonomics and advanced wellness features – setting a new benchmark for…

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Treading the market slowdown: IT panel demand cools as Taiwan display makers pivot to AI

As early inventory stocking by brand customers winds down, China’s 618 Shopping Festival delivers weaker-than-expected sales, and LCD TV panel prices begin to retreat, demand for monitor and notebook (NB) panels is cooling in the third quarter. Despite the slowdown, panel makers remain reluctant to cut prices amid elevated production costs, and IT panel prices are expected to remain flat in July as buyers and suppliers enter a period of pricing negotiations.

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South Korea exports top US$100B in a month, stoking chip dependence fears

South Korea’s exports surpassed US$100 billion in a single month for the first time in June 2026, raising expectations that the country could exceed US$1 trillion in annual exports this year. While the milestone underscores the strength of South Korea’s export sector, it has also renewed debate over the economy’s growing dependence on semiconductors.

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Taiwan AI suppliers ride global demand as substrate, and CCL markets tighten

Taiwan’s AI hardware supply chain remained strong in June, as substrate and CCL makers posted sharp annual gains driven by demand for AI servers, ASICs, and high-performance computing. The latest sales data suggest the upgrade cycle is broadening beyond one segment, with advanced ABF substrates and high-end CCL benefiting from higher specifications, better pricing, and rising AI content. For investors, companies with greater AI exposure, stronger product mix, and disciplined capacity are capturing the most upside.

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