Dai Nippon Printing (DNP) said it has developed a nanoimprint template capable of producing 1.4nm chips using only one-tenth of the power required by extreme ultraviolet lithography tools.

Given ODM manufacturers’ expansion plans, there are no signs of an AI bubble. MiTAC plans to bring four factories online in 2026. Its new plant at the Linkou headquarters can flexibly adjust production according to its strong customer order demand.

A Dutch television investigation has raised fresh questions about the reach of ASML’s technology inside China. According to a December 9, 2025, report by Nieuwsuur, at least one of ASML’s customers is linked to the Chinese military.

Benefiting from solid order momentum across its technology and consumer-related business groups, cleanroom electromechanical integrator Acter Group posted consolidated revenue of NT$3.73 billion (US$119.6 million) in November 2025, up 20% year-over-year. Consolidated revenue for the first 11 months of 2025 reached NT$37.43 billion, up 41% year-over-year, with both setting new historical highs for the same period. Facility engineering projects for clients in semiconductors, electronic components, cloud computing, and general consumer sectors have been steadily recognized according to Acter’s schedule. Demand for cleanroom upgrades and retrofits in existing factories continues to climb and increase business.