Taiwan’s NSTC unveils results of 33 chip development projects based on mature processes

The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) has outlined four main strategies for the development of semiconductor technology in Taiwan: sustaining current advantages, global expansion, innovation in applications, and adaptation for sustainability. The aim is to secure Taiwan’s position as a key player in the global semiconductor industry, while also advancing the application of semiconductor technology in various industries, including biomedical and agricultural applications.

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Tesla’s outlook dims amid multiple challenges; auto chip industry remains cautious on market recovery

This week, several US automotive electronics companies, including Tesla, NXP, and Texas Instruments (TI), released their financial reports and shared their perspectives on the market outlook. Overall, there are still no clear signs of a rebound in the automotive sector, with the global car market expected to remain subdued through the second half of 2025.

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Taiwan’s Kuroshio Current to be harnessed for renewable energy

Academia Sinica signed a Net-zero Carbon Reduction Research Application memorandum of understanding (MOU) with National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) on July 24, 2025, prioritizing investment in the research and development of power generation using the Kuroshio ocean current. Academia Sinica president James Liao stated that as a maritime nation, Taiwan is the perfect place for multi-faceted marine research and development.

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Trump’s Nvidia breakup idea fizzles as Intel cries for intervention

At the “Winning the AI Race” summit in Washington, President Donald Trump revealed he once considered breaking up Nvidia to spur competition in the US artificial intelligence (AI) chip sector. Trump later acknowledged that he abandoned the idea after realizing Nvidia’s technological dominance and the complexity of the chipmaking landscape. Industry insiders, however, argue the real candidate for government intervention isn’t Nvidia — it’s Intel.

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