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May
Despite the recent tariff hikes by the US and the high degree of uncertainty surrounding supply chain relocation, one thing for certain is the demand for Taiwan’s AI and semiconductors by the US and the rest of the world, allowing Taiwan to maintain a strong growth momentum.
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May
ACSI posts stellar results amid increasing cybersecurity awareness
Acer Cyber Security Inc. (ACSI) released its consolidated financial report for the first quarter of 2025 at the company’s board meeting on April 29. The company delivered impressive quarterly results, benefitting from a surge in demand for cybersecurity services due to stricter regulatory requirements and the rising threat of cyberattacks.
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May
Trump adds small tariff exemption window as auto parts levies take effect
President Donald Trump’s administration has created a limited exemption pathway for automotive tariffs set to take effect May 3, 2025, offering modest relief to the industry despite a still-complex compliance process.
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May
AI Basic Act bill overhaul to be expedited, says Taiwan Premier
Current KMT legislator Ju-chun Ko is striving to shepherd the draft bill for the AI Basic Act through its third reading, continuing the work of former fellow KMT legislator Jason Hsu. In response to Ko’s persistent inquiries on the subject, Premier Jung-tai Cho noted that although the Executive Yuan has reservations regarding certain aspects of the bill, regulating AI does not mean stifling innovation, and he has instructed the Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) to expedite a draft proposal to the Executive Yuan for further discussion.
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May
Fengmiao wind farm becomes Taiwan’s first phase 3 offshore wind project to secure full financing
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has achieved financial closure for the Fengmiao offshore wind farm’s first phase, marking a milestone as the first fully financed project in Taiwan’s third phase (Zonal Development) of offshore wind development.
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May
OpenAI expands hiring in Asia amid tech industry trends and high tariff concerns
Market sources reveal that OpenAI is offering competitive salaries with numerous job openings in Singapore and Japan. Positions in Singapore cover areas such as sales and marketing, regulatory affairs, operations, and engineering, while Japanese vacancies primarily focus on IT engineers specializing in front-end and back-end development, cybersecurity, and architecture design.
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May
TCL rides display market rebound to record highs as supersized panels and strategic bets pay off
With panel supply-demand conditions improving and demand for larger displays accelerating, TCL Technology’s semiconductor display business is staging a strong comeback. According to its 2024 annual report and 2025 first-quarter results released on April 29, TCL posted record-high figures in its display segment, with robust revenue and profit growth underscoring its strengthened position in a recovering industry.
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May
Jensen Huang: Build at home, compete with Huawei, rethink AI export rules
Following a grand 100-day inauguration celebration in Michigan on April 29, U.S. President Donald Trump returned to Washington the next day to host a high-profile “Invest in America” event.
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May
Intel and UMC unite on 12nm to boost U.S. chip supply
At Intel’s Foundry Direct Connect 2025 event, United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) and Intel executives shared the stage for the first time to outline their joint development of a 12nm semiconductor manufacturing platform. The partnership underscores a shared commitment to strengthening U.S.-based production and addressing national security imperatives amid rising geopolitical and tariff-related uncertainties.
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May
Amazon Braces for Tougher Business Climate Amid Trump Trade War
Amazon.com Inc. said it’s bracing for a tougher business climate in the coming months, echoing concerns from a range of companies that tariffs and related economic turmoil could crimp consumer spending.