Trump tariffs shake markets but rugged computer sector shows resilience

The Trump administration’s implementation of reciprocal tariffs has sent ripples through global markets, with effects lingering despite a 90-day grace period. Markets remain concerned that these measures could fuel inflation and dampen consumer spending. Unlike the vulnerable consumer PC segment, the rugged computer industry enjoys significant protection through its oligopolistic structure and consistent industrial and defense demand.

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O’Prueba rides edge AI wave amid global tech tensions

The rise of edge computing and artificial intelligence is revitalizing Taiwan’s software sector, leading to a new wave of startups despite longstanding hurdles. Among the emerging players, O’Prueba Technology—a spin-off from National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, founded in 2018—has quickly gained traction through partnerships with major tech firms such as Inventec and Ennoconn. Its growing influence signals a shift in Taiwan’s historically hardware-centric ICT industry.

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JD.com, Meituan drive export-to-domestic shift as Chinese manufacturers recalibrate

Amid escalating US-China trade tensions and Washington’s push for “reciprocal tariffs,” Chinese exporters are facing unprecedented strain. Canceled orders, rising costs, and growing policy uncertainty have shaken once-stable overseas markets. In response, Chinese regulators and e-commerce giants are mobilizing to redirect exporters toward the domestic market. Early indicators suggest this inward pivot is gaining traction.

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ViewSonic VX2758-4K-PRO-2 (2025) with a dual-mode 4K IPS display is launched in China

ViewSonic VX2758-4K-PRO-2 (2025) a.k.a. ViewSonic VX2758-4K-PRO-2 (new) is a new dual-mode gaming monitor for China. It shouldn’t be confused with the ViewSonic VX2758-4K-PRO-2 which was announced in 2024. The two monitors have identical designs and footprints, connectivity, and ergonomic options, but different displays. ViewSonic VX2758-4K-PRO-2 (2025) has a 27-inch IPS display with a 4K…

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