Pixio PX27U Prime Neo is launched in Japan with a dual-mode 4K Fast IPS display

Pixio PX27U Prime Neo has launched an interesting gaming monitor, which is exclusive to Japan (so far). The model boasts a 27-inch Fast IPS display that introduces a distinctive dual‑mode system that allows users to switch seamlessly between two performance profiles: a 4K resolution mode running at 160Hz for high‑precision, visually rich experiences, and a Full HD mode capable of reaching an…

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SK’s US$10bn AI venture takes chairman to Nvidia’s door

Global competition in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure is intensifying, and SK Group is accelerating its strategic expansion. Korean media report that SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won and senior SK Hynix executives recently traveled to the US to discuss cooperation with major technology companies, including Nvidia, while advancing plans for the proposed “AI Company” (tentative name).

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Samsung boosts HBM4 DRAM investment to secure market leadership

Samsung Electronics is set to begin mass production of the world’s first sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM4) chips later in February 2026, marking a major milestone in the race to supply critical components for next-generation AI hardware. Industry sources cited by the Yonhap News Agency say shipments could start as early as next week, following the Lunar New Year holiday, with Nvidia among the first customers.

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Advanced chip testing demand climbs; KYEC consolidates global lead, steps up local recruitment

King Yuan Electronics Co. (KYEC) held its year-end banquet, where chairman C.K. Lee said that collaboration with employees, customers, and suppliers has positioned the company as a major chip testing provider in the global semiconductor supply chain. Advanced chip testing has become the core driver of business growth. The company has expanded beyond being a major employer in Miaoli, with total headcount exceeding 8,600.

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ACpay, inFlux partner to bridge Taiwan fitness liquidity gap; eye education sector next

Taiwan’s ACpay, a fintech firm specializing in payment and e-commerce solutions, is accelerating its expansion into retail channels and high-growth verticals—particularly fitness and supplementary education, both posting annual compound growth rates above 20%. The company is now positioning subscription payments and receivables financing as its next major revenue engine.

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