Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) has introduced a comprehensive set of artificial intelligence (AI) development policies, emphasizing the private sector as the primary engine of innovation. Minister Yen-nun Huang noted that the government’s role is to create an enabling environment through targeted policy tools that support a vibrant and sustainable AI ecosystem.

Hot melt adhesives maker Nan Pao Resins Chemical Group is transitioning its product line from conventional solvent-based adhesives to water-based products, as part of the company’s sustainability efforts. The company has established 28 facilities across seven regions worldwide to ensure proximity with its clients, since adhesives must be tailored to the specific manufacturing needs of each plant. By developing new eco-friendly products, Nan Pao has managed to both increase its unit prices and secure new orders, and has thus maintained a growth trajectory even as most shoe brands reduce production.

Huawei’s CloudMatrix 384 supernode, powered by its Ascend 910 series AI processors, is positioning itself as a viable challenger to Nvidia’s newly launched GB200 NVL72, despite trailing in chip generation. According to a recent SemiAnalysis report, Huawei’s edge lies not in silicon specs, but in a fundamentally redesigned system architecture that prioritizes interconnect efficiency at scale.