China’s brain-computer interface (BCI) sector is accelerating, driven by strong state policy support and private-sector advances. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), National Health Commission, State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), and National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) have jointly released an “Implementation Plan for Promoting Innovation and Development of the brain-computer interface (BCI) Industry.”

Micron Technology has reportedly launched a new round of layoffs in its China operations, starting August 11, 2025, affecting embedded research and development, testing, and technical support teams — including field application engineers (FAE) and application engineers (AE) — in major hubs such as Shanghai and Shenzhen. Industry observers view the move as a strong signal that Micron is scaling back its presence in the mainland market, even as the company reports record global revenue.

ASE Technology Holdings, a leading global semiconductor assembly and testing company, will invest approximately NT$6.5 billion (US$217 million) to purchase a factory and related facilities in Lujhu District, Kaohsiung City, through its subsidiary. The acquisition from Win Semiconductors aims to boost ASE’s advanced packaging capacity amid growing demand.

Taiwan’s Univacco Technology posted a record gross margin of 41.61% in the second quarter of 2025, pushing its first-half margin to a historic high of 41.06%. The company attributed its strong profitability to operational gains, despite a sharp New Taiwan dollar surge in May that cut second-quarter EPS to NT$0.73. First-half EPS reached NT$1.93, the highest since its market debut.