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11 Feb

Asus and Advantech invest in Freedom Systems to tap into growing commercial IT market

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Asus has acquired a 10% stake in Freedom Systems to enhance IT management and plans to increase this holding by another 10%, while Advantech has acquired a 20% stake. With the support of these two major companies, Freedom Systems is expected to register for the emerging stock market by the end of 2025 and be listed on the Taiwan Innovation Board by the end of 2026.

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ASEAN deepens China supply chain ties despite Panama’s BRI exit

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Under pressure from the Trump administration, Panama has exited China’s Belt and Road Initiative, even as Southeast Asian nations move to deepen their supply chain ties with China in a bid to strengthen their US negotiating position.

11 Feb

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Sumco to end silicon wafer production at Miyazaki plant by 2026

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Japanese silicon wafer manufacturer Sumco has announced plans to cease silicon wafer production at its Miyazaki plant in Japan by the end of 2026, as part of its strategy to improve profitability by optimizing its product mix.

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Color e-paper drives growth in 2024 for E Ink and Netronix, but revenue drops in January 2025

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Benefiting from the rise of color e-paper, both E Ink and Netronix enjoyed a successful 2024, with significant revenue growth. However, both companies saw a sharp year-over-year decline in their revenues for January 2025—over 30% for E Ink and 40% for Netronix.

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Panel demand set to surge in 2025, but challenges loom in 2H25

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Panel procurement momentum, which began in the fourth quarter of 2024, continues to strengthen in 2025, driven by four major factors. Industry experts believe that the first quarter of 2025 could see a strong off-season, while the second quarter remains uncertain. The market outlook for the second half of 2025 appears challenging, as inventory accumulation in the first half could potentially weaken the traditional peak season.

11 Feb

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Tesla unveils Shanghai ESS gigafactory despite Musk’s absence

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Tesla has expanded its energy storage capabilities with the inauguration of a new gigafactory in Shanghai, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy.

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Apple supplier Luxshare signs CNY120 billion industrial project in Kunshan

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Luxshare Precision has signed a CNY120 billion (approx. US$16.43 billion) industrial project agreement in Kunshan, the city’s largest investment in three years. When fully operational, the project is expected to generate CNY80 billion in annual output, significantly driving regional economic growth, according to Jiemian.

11 Feb

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iPhone slump reverberates through Taiwan’s chip supply chain

February 11, 2025
By jeff

Apple’s iPhone revenue has fallen short of market expectations, slipping slightly year-over-year. The downturn is sending shockwaves through the mobile power amplifier (PA) sector, with Skyworks—a key IDM—losing ground in Apple’s latest iPhone lineup. The shift is rippling across Taiwan’s chip supply chain.

11 Feb

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Top 4 global smartphone trends shaping 2025

February 11, 2025
By jeff

The global smartphone market is set to expand, with demand projected to exceed 1.2 billion units in 2024 and grow further by 2% to 4% in 2025, fueled by the rising shipment of affordable smartphones and AI advancements. Companies like Xiaomi and Samsung Electronics are enhancing AI features and optimizing supply chains to address geopolitical and inflationary issues while accounting for longer smartphone replacement cycles.

11 Feb

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Trump announces sweeping tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, escalating global trade tensions

February 11, 2025
By jeff

In a significant policy move, US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum products, removing any prior exemptions or exceptions. This sweeping tariff policy, effective from March 4, is aimed at reviving the US industrial base and reducing dependence on foreign supply chains for critical industries, reports multiple outlets, including CNN and The Guardian.

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