Quantum computing moves into data centers as 2028 tipping point approaches

Quantum computing is shifting from isolated experiments toward hybrid architectures integrated with high-performance computing and artificial intelligence (AI), speakers said on March 25 at the AI Expo Taiwan 2026, as the industry looks to position quantum systems as components within data center infrastructure rather than standalone research platforms.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 bridges AirDrop gap, ending ‘green bubble’ isolation

Samsung Electronics officially announced a transformative update to its Quick Share solution, marking a historic shift in the mobile industry by introducing native compatibility with Apple’s AirDrop protocol. Beginning March 23, 2026, the South Korean tech giant is rolling out this cross-platform functionality, starting with the newly released Galaxy S26 series. This move represents the first time a Samsung smartphone has natively bridged the gap to Apple’s notoriously closed sharing ecosystem, effectively ending years of digital isolation between Android and iOS users.

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As stablecoins enter enterprise use, wider adoption hinges on accounting and control measures, says Taiwan Mobile president

Taiwan Mobile (TWM) president Jamie Lin notes that the combination of stablecoins and on-chain finance has allowed a financial framework that can operate 24 hours a day, and has been running for more than a decade without manual maintenance. By breaking free from banking business hours and settlement schedules, this system is redefining how businesses exchange value and offers automated fund management solutions beyond traditional banking systems.

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MR new products drive near-eye display market to grow over 200% in 2026

The near-eye display market is rapidly recovering from a low point in 2025, driven by an influx of next-generation mixed reality (MR) and smart glasses launches. Industry forecasts point to significant growth in 2026, fueled by major international brands releasing new products and creating key opportunities for Taiwan’s display and optoelectronics supply chain.

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Middle East conflict threatens petrochemical and semiconductor supply chains

The widening Middle East conflict has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and prompted Formosa Chemicals & Fibre Corporation to declare force majeure, threatening cuts to styrene monomer and other petrochemical supplies from April 2026—risks that could ripple through global energy, manufacturing, and semiconductor supply chains and trade flows.

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