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Mar
Who will step in for ZT System’s US factory?
In response to the tariff policies of the Trump administration, server ODMs are actively relocating their production lines. Texas has become a common denominator, with nearly all ODMs preparing to establish factories there. Another option is to acquire AMD’s ZT Systems (ZT) production line located in New Jersey. Taiwanese companies are also reportedly participating in the bidding.
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Mar
Ventec optimistic about high-margin product momentum; hopes new Thailand plant mitigates geopolitical impacts
Copper-clad laminate (CCL) manufacturer Ventec has experienced declining revenue over the past three years but has strategically shifted towards niche specialty materials and high-margin products, progressively boosting its gross margin.
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Mar
Aeon Motor reports impressive growth and plans major expansion into new energy markets
Aeon Motor’s global market growth, production optimization, and new energy product strategy led to significant financial gains. In the fourth quarter of 2024, revenue was NT$483 million (approx. US$14.66 million), contributing to an annual consolidated revenue of NT$2.29 billion, marking a 6.81% year-over-year increase. In 2025, Aeon Motor plans to strengthen its presence in the two-wheeler market and continue its push into the new energy sector.
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Mar
Nvidia expands ecosystem strategy with CoreWeave’s Project Osprey
With explosive demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips, Nvidia has not only become a global giant in AI chip supply but is also quietly orchestrating a strategically significant investment. A recent initial public offering (IPO) application from a cloud computing newcomer has revealed Nvidia as the second-largest customer of CoreWeave.
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Mar
Mitsubishi Electric to see sharp growth for defense business
Mitsubishi Electric expects revenue from its defense system business to soar to at least JPY600 billion (approx. US$4.03 billion) in fiscal 2031, with its operating profit to more than quadruple, thanks to an increase in spending by the Japanese government to reinforce the country’s defense capabilities.
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Mar
BYD unveils EV battery system that charges in five minutes
BYD unveiled a new system for electric cars that the Chinese automaker says will allow them to charge almost as fast as it takes a regular car to refuel.
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Mar
Tesla offers free one-month FSD trial in China amid market woes
With competitive pressure increasing in the Chinese market, compounded by various unfavorable factors globally, Tesla China announced on March 17 that it will offer a one-month free trial of its full self-driving (FSD) feature. This initiative is viewed as an urgent measure to stimulate sales in the Chinese market and demonstrates Tesla’s effort to enhance competitiveness and reverse declining sales.
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Mar
Taiwan boosts academic incentives to address talent gap
Taiwan’s declining birthrate is not only causing labor shortages across industries but also creating a severe talent gap in academia. In response, the government has introduced academic incentives to retain top talent.
18
Mar
Buima turns to green energy, cost reduction in transition efforts
Construction material maker Buima saw its gross margin reach 14.56% in 2024, boosted by solid shipments of battery module products and a marked increase in exports of metal construction materials, yet heightened competition in the wall panel market in China led to an overall loss for the year. Going forward, the company hopes to see more positive operations from cost reduction strategies and green products.