03 Aug
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In China, the cars of the future come with monthly fees and friction

As automakers in Europe, the US, and China race toward smarter, software-defined vehicles, a new controversy is emerging across markets: the rise of in-car subscription fees. Nowhere is the backlash more pronounced than in China, where rapid development of vehicle electrification and software capabilities has collided with a tech-savvy and vocal consumer base.

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03 Aug
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Taiwan Mobile launches ‘Superman Project’ to drive internal AI transition

Taiwan Mobile (TWM) has launched a “Superman Project” aimed at equipping employees with the know-how to implement AI tools across all of the company’s business segments, from IT development and backend operations to physical retail and customer support. In addition to a technical upgrade, the move represents a total transformation of corporate culture as AI promises to accelerate digital transition, offering other companies a blueprint for AI-driven transformation.

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02 Aug
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Samsung Display loses foldable OLED top spot to BOE; 1Q25 revenue rises 2% on non-phone demand

Global overall OLED panel revenue saw modest year-over-year growth in the first quarter of 2025, buoyed by rising demand across emerging segments such as augmented reality glasses, automotive displays, smartwatches, TVs, and monitors. However, in a significant market shift, Samsung Display (SDC) lost its leadership position in the foldable OLED segment to Chinese rival BOE Technology Group, according to Chosun Biz and News1, citing data from Counterpoint Research.

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02 Aug
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AOC AGON Pro AG326UZD is unveiled with a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED display and a 240Hz refresh rate

AOC AGON Pro AG326UZD is a new gaming monitor for China, built around a 31.5-inch QD-OLED display with a 4K UHD resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate. The 10-bit display panel covers 100% of the sRGB and 99% of the DCI-P3 color space. It delivers a typical SDR brightness of 250 nits (100% APL), a maximum SDR brightness of 450 nits, and a peak HDR brightness of 1000 nits. The model is VESA…

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01 Aug
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BenQ ZOWIE XL2540X+ goes official with a 280Hz 24.1″ Fast TN display

BenQ ZOWIE XL2540X+ is a new gaming monitor for esports that has just been launched, priced at USD 300. It resembles in many ways the BenQ ZOWIE XL2546X+, which was unveiled in November 2024. Each boasts a 24.1-inch Fast TN display with an FHD resolution and a 280Hz refresh rate. This is a new Fast TN display panel that provides clearer and sharper outlines of moving images. This newly developed…

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01 Aug
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AI talent’s potential to revive Taiwan’s traditional industries

As Taiwan’s AI server production and shipments continue to expand, high-performance computing chips are driving strong demand in manufacturing, packaging, and testing, making Taiwan’s overall export performance stand out. However, this success has also obscured the severity of the downturn in traditional industries, raising concerns that Taiwan’s overall economic and export statistics may be distorted.

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