Heran’s three-brand strategy targets all appliance segments, with Yamada brand driving 2026 growth

Taiwan-based appliance maker Heran’s shift to a multi-brand, multi-product strategy signals that mature appliance markets can still expand by segmenting price tiers; global consumers and competitors may see stronger low-end volume, steady air-conditioner demand, and measured pricing pressure from raw-material and currency volatility, as well as market responses.

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FSET eyes local battery recycling and storage by 2027

Amid rising electricity demand driven by geopolitical tensions and AI growth, Formosa Smart Energy Tech (FSET) is advancing its battery recycling and energy storage strategy to build a localized circular supply chain. The company plans to establish Taiwan’s first waste battery recycling line in Changhua County, targeting completion by the fourth quarter of 2027 with an initial capacity of 720 tons.

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Commentary: DeepSeek rethinks funding strategy under talent drain and AI race

The trajectory of DeepSeek has drawn scrutiny, but its latest move marks a clear inflection point. According to a report by The Information, the company is seeking external funding for the first time, triggering strong interest from China’s major tech groups. Four sources familiar with the matter said Tencent and Alibaba are in discussions to invest.

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Texas Instruments eyes further price hikes amid strong data center, industrial chip demand

Texas Instruments (TI) reported robust results for the first quarter of 2026 on April 23, driven by surging AI data center demand and a notable rebound in industrial control applications. TI stressed that while industrial demand has yet to reach its previous peak, the current recovery trend is positive, signaling continued growth prospects ahead.

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