Aurotek profit jumps on embodied AI and semiconductor automation demand

Aurotek Corporation reported stronger second-quarter and first-half 2026 results on August 6 as demand rose for embodied AI solutions, semiconductor foundry and advanced packaging equipment, high-end AI server manufacturing equipment, and service robots used in logistics and inspection. The Taiwan-based supplier said the mix of higher-value products lifted profitability across its business lines.

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China’s new renewable rules drive a surge in hydrogen investment

China’s tighter renewable-energy compliance rules have opened the way for green hydrogen, green ammonia, and green methanol to be included in the country’s minimum renewable-energy consumption framework, amid a sharp rise in investment. In the first half of 2026, investment in China’s hydrogen sector increased by more than 160% year-on-year, outpacing the other cited energy infrastructure categories.

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AOC AGON Pro AG326UZD Soft Light Edition debuts as a twin of the AG326UZD2 with additional perks

AGON by AOC unveiled yet another high-end OLED gaming monitor, comprising the AG326UZD moniker – the AOC AGON Pro AG326UZD Soft Light Edition. It is built around a 31.5‑inch 4th‑generation QD‑OLED Penta Tandem panel, enhanced by the EL Gen 3 stack and the latest DarkShield 3.0 anti‑reflection treatment with 3H hardness. The screen delivers 4K UHD resolution with native 10‑bit color and covers 99%…

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Commentary: From free flow to tight control — how tech talent became a national security asset

Tech talent has moved from being simply a hiring priority to a matter of national security. As major economies increasingly tie talent to competitiveness and national security, control over its cross-border movement is tightening. That shift is visible today: Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau is probing 17 companies accused of illegally recruiting tech talent in Taiwan, China is preparing to tighten exit controls on key technical workers, and the US continues expanding semiconductor and AI export controls and research security reviews.

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Greenfiltec posts first-half loss as activated carbon costs squeeze margins

Greenfiltec reported first-half 2026 consolidated revenue of NT$311 million, up 18.35% from a year earlier, but the Taiwan-based airborne molecular contamination (AMC) filter supplier swung to a net loss of NT$140 million. The company said higher shipments of high-end filters for semiconductor customers lifted sales, while surging activated carbon costs cut into profitability.

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Rethinking road safety: Why existing safety standards can no longer keep pace with autonomous vehicles’ advances

AI is moving from infotainment into steering, braking, and other core driving functions, raising safety questions that matter far beyond one market. Traditional testing rules are no longer enough, Irene Chuang, senior business manager for Industrial Services and Information Security at TÜV Rheinland Taiwan, said at a Taiwan industry forum, as regulators and automakers worldwide confront black-box AI risks in vehicles.

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WT Micro sees AI data centers and communications reaching 70% of revenue, with growth extending into 2027

WT Microelectronics (WT Micro) posted record revenue and profit in the second quarter of 2026, supported by strong AI momentum and better-than-expected demand from the automotive and consumer markets. AI data centers and communications now account for 70% of revenue, up from 50%, with their contribution expected to rise further.

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Rohm sees AI server demand lift first-quarter profit 4,825%

Rohm Semiconductor reported sharply higher first-quarter results on August 5, 2026, as recovering demand for automotive power semiconductors and strong AI-linked data center business drove growth. For the quarter ended June 2026, the Japanese chipmaker posted revenue of JPY135.7 billion, up 16.8% from a year earlier, while operating profit surged 4,825.6% to JPY9.6 billion.

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