TCL QM9K QD-Mini LED series goes official with Google TV and Gemini

TCL announced a premium addition to this year’s QD-Mini LED TV lineup – the TCL QM9K series. Providing Ultimate Performance, TCL’s newest model joins the TCL QM8K to create the company’s “ULTIMATE SERIES”. Just like the TCL QM8K series for the U.S. corresponds to the TCL C8K series in Europe, the TCL QM9K series in the U.S. corresponds to the TCL C9K series in Europe. Maximizing its Halo Control…

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China’s NEV market sees rising adoption of hybrid SiC tech amid price war

China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) sector continues to face intense price competition, with domestic manufacturers pushing vehicle prices to unprecedented lows. This aggressive pricing strategy has severely squeezed profit margins, prompting the industry to seek innovative solutions that can balance cost and performance. One such emerging technology gaining traction is hybrid SiC, which promises to enhance NEV efficiency while controlling manufacturing expenses.

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Hyundai Motor continues hydrogen investments, even as fuel cell vehicle sales slump

The global market for hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) has slowed in recent years, with overall sales declining and many multinational automakers scaling back their hydrogen investments. However, Hyundai Motor has been bucking the trend, driven by its industry-leading EV technology, proprietary technological heritage, and confidence in the long-term potential of hydrogen.

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Commentary: As Trump heightens global tensions, Taiwan needs to consider industrial policy responses

US President Donald Trump’s imposition of reciprocal tariffs and aggressive “Make America Great Again” measures has deepened political and economic rifts even among allies, undermining long-standing trust and reliance on the US. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit held in Tianjin, China, on September 1 brought together major powers including China, Russia, India, and Iran. This was soon followed by a grand military parade on September 3, during which the heads of state of North Korea and Russia joined Chinese leaders, in an alarming threat to global peace.

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Pathologist shortage spurs AIxMed’s push toward AI-assisted diagnosis

When Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Linko, New Taipei, recently offered a monthly salary of NT$650,000 (approx. US$21,145) to recruit a pathologist, it sparked widespread debate about physician shortages. The case underscores a critical challenge in healthcare: staffing gaps are not confined to nursing but extend to highly specialized physician roles.

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Tech Forum 2025: AI chip testing seen as necessary evil amid heterogeneous integration challenges, says National Instruments

As AI chip manufacturing technology rapidly evolves, US test equipment manufacturer National Instruments (NI) points out that many view the testing phase as a “necessary evil.” Customers must repeatedly verify their products to ensure proper operation and meet claimed performance standards. However, this process is lengthy and complex, driving up overall testing costs.

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Exclusive: NAND flash rally gains steam with SanDisk’s 10% price hike

SanDisk is spearheading a fresh round of NAND flash price hikes, issuing an exclusive notice of a 10% increase across all channels and consumer products starting September 4. The decision comes as supply tightens and demand from AI servers and enterprise storage accelerates. Industry sources told DIGITIMES Asia this marks the opening salvo in a new pricing cycle, with rival chipmakers widely expected to follow. SanDisk said further adjustments are under review for the coming quarters.

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