Taiwan’s AIDC eyes Q3 launch for counter-drone system as civilian aircraft orders exceed US$1.72B

Taiwan’s Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) announced that its anti-drone system is progressing as planned and may be launched by the third quarter of 2025. Additionally, the company’s civilian aircraft orders have exceeded NT$50 billion (approx. US$1.72 billion), driven by strong demand from major international aviation firms.

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As US and Japan expand EUV capabilities, South Korea faces semiconductor setback

As the global race to develop next-generation semiconductor technologies accelerates, the United States and Japan are investing heavily in extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography equipment through public-private partnerships. In contrast, South Korea, constrained by limited budgets, is lagging in deploying cutting-edge tools, raising concerns that it may lose ground in the race for semiconductor supremacy.

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Niching sees strong growth ahead as AI boosts demand for advanced packaging

As artificial intelligence continues to accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor packaging, Taiwan-based materials supplier Niching is riding a wave of momentum. The company reported strong performance in its heat dissipation solutions—particularly its heat spreader product line—and expressed optimism about the remainder of 2025 as substrate demand begins to rebound.

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Well Shin looks to EVs, LEO satellites, and refrigerated containers for growth in 2025

Despite ongoing uncertainties in the market, such as exchange rates and tariffs, cable manufacturer Well Shin Technology is optimistic it will be able to maintain overall growth in 2025, thanks to an increase in pull-ins from electric vehicle (EV) customers and the continued growth of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites and refrigerated containers.

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