High bandwidth memory (HBM) major client Nvidia is said to have visited Samsung Electronics’ advanced packaging plant again, just over a month after their last visit. Industry sources speculate that Samsung is supplying fifth-generation HBM3E and has entered the final stage of quality testing.

While President Trump has remained steadfast in imposing tariffs on China, his approach toward other economies has been marked by a combination of aggressive rhetoric and repeated extensions, creating significant policy uncertainty. He initially poised to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico, but ultimately reversed his decision at the last moment, announcing a delay. This inconsistency has fueled doubts about whether the global reciprocal tariff policy will take effect as planned on April 2.

China-based start-up Butterfly Effect claims to have launched the world’s first General AI agent, Manus. The company aims to capitalize on the momentum of “Chinese-branded AI” following DeepSeek’s success. However, industry response over the past week has been muted, as experts believe the startup lacks the crucial components needed to outshine its predecessor.

On March 12, ChungHwa Telecom (CHT) held its 2025 Tech Day, showcasing six forward-looking research and development outcomes focused on AI, smart networking, the metaverse, and digital trust. CHT’s Chairman, Alex C.C Chien, expressed hope that the company could leverage ICT technology to open up new blue oceans, emphasizing four key differentiators in comparison to its telecom competitors.