President Donald Trump’s announcement on April 3 of a 25 percent tariff on imported vehicles has sent shockwaves through the American auto market, triggering a late-March buying frenzy as consumers rushed to purchase cars before prices rose.

Silicon photonics (SiPh), hailed as a transformative technology for AI development, data centers, and 5G networks, is rapidly converging toward standardized parameters and specifications.

In a reprieve for global markets, US President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs on nations yet to retaliate, imposing only a baseline 10% levy. However, the specter of uncertainty lingers. Frank Ko, CEO of AUO, and James Yang, COO of Innolux, agree that the ongoing tariff conflict will unavoidably lead to increased procurement expenses. This development is expected to result in higher prices for final products, thereby increasing the financial burden on consumers.

Chinese EV makers are navigating divergent paths in Europe as tariffs and geopolitical tensions reshape competitive dynamics. While some manufacturers accelerate market entry, others face setbacks requiring strategic pivots.