Former TSMC co-CEO Shang-yi Chiang and renowned immersion lithography expert Burn Lin have weighed in on TSMC’s dominance in the global semiconductor market. Chiang noted that competitors have repeatedly faltered over the years, enabling TSMC to secure over 60% of the foundry services market, which he attributed not to extraordinary achievements but competitors’ missteps.

SK Hynix announced during its 77th shareholders’ meeting that it will determine product volume for its high bandwidth memory (HBM) lineup in the first half of 2025. CEO Noh-Jung Kwak stated that customer negotiations for 2026 HBM product allocations will conclude by mid-2025 to enhance sales stability, according to South Korean media reports, including JoongAng Ilbo and Hangkyung.

On March 27, Taiwan’s Executive Yuan approved the establishment of the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) as an independent regulatory body to enhance personal data protection and support the robust development of the digital economy in the era of widespread AI applications.

On March 27, the National Development Council (NDC) of Taiwan released its economic outlook for February 2025, revealing a positive momentum in the country’s economic activities, fueled by global investments in technology sectors. The report highlighted a substantial increase in capex by global tech giants in artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers, while Taiwan’s strategic position in the semiconductor supply chain continues to bolster its export capabilities.