Samsung’s fourth-quarter 2024 financial performance missed market expectations. The company aims to regain momentum in 2025 by focusing on AI, robotics, and subscription services. According to Digital Today, Samsung’s revival strategy revolves around three key areas: robotics, AI, and smart home solutions.
As Donald Trump takes office with his “America First” agenda, South Korea’s electronics and automotive industries are closely monitoring potential shifts in global trade policies. A major concern is the proposed 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, which could pose significant challenges for South Korean companies with manufacturing operations in Mexico.
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan recently announced that its scientific collaboration with Israel for 2026–2027 will focus on semiconductor design and next-generation materials. This marks a significant step forward following years of joint efforts in digital health, agricultural and marine biotechnology, cybersecurity, and biomedical engineering.
Samsung Electronics has officially denied recent reports suggesting plans to revise the design of its fifth-generation 10nm-class DRAM (1b DRAM), emphasizing that no such changes are underway.
As the global display market rapidly shifts towards OLED technology, South Korea’s two major panel manufacturers, Samsung Display (SDC) and LG Display (LGD), are accelerating their efforts to enhance technological capabilities and expand their market presence.
Highpoint Service Network (HSN), Acer’s subsidiary specializing in brand repair services, has achieved record-breaking annual revenues since its establishment in 2018. The company’s robust growth is anchored by three key pillars: expanding its geographical reach, servicing more brands, and diversifying product categories. CEO Jacky Lin anticipates continued growth, forecasting a revenue increase of at least 30% in 2025.
China’s wafer foundry industry is estimated to see revenues pick up 7% on year in 2025, but development may be hindered by oversupply and geopolitical conflicts with the US.
In its efforts to address low-carbon energy and decarbonization issues, Taiwan may be able to import renewable green ammonia from desert regions in the future to effectively reduce carbon dioxide emissions, according to Cheng-wen Wu, Minister of the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC).