09 Feb
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Taiwan’s Mighty Hornet IV drone completes US integration test, aims for full local production

Taiwan’s National Chung-Shan Institute of Science & Technology (NCSIST) and US-based Kratos Defense & Security Solutions have announced the successful completion of system integration testing for the Mighty Hornet IV high-speed attack drone in the United States. Following further flight tests and validations, the project plans to incorporate Taiwanese suppliers into the development chain with a goal of achieving 100% Taiwan-made production.

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09 Feb
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Generic DDR shortage persists as smartphone brands adopt multi-pronged strategies

The smartphone industry is facing ongoing challenges from soaring memory prices, with many expecting the market to contract in 2026. Mid- and low-tier smartphones are projected to suffer the most significant impact. Retailers report that the persistent shortage and price surge of generic DDR memory remain unresolved. Smartphone manufacturers have responded with various strategic measures, including adjusting pricing and downgrading specifications for mid- and low-end models.

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09 Feb
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India-US trade deal offers tariff cuts, capital goods access to reshape supply chains

New Delhi and Washington have established an interim trade deal framework targeting electronics, intellectual property, and supply chains. The Economic Times reports that this move aims to enhance competitiveness and improve supply chain resilience. This agreement follows discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, focusing on reducing trade barriers between the two nations.

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09 Feb
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India, Malaysia forge strategic pact on chips, energy and digital payments

India and Malaysia used Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Kuala Lumpur to signal a step-change in their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, unveiling wide-ranging cooperation across semiconductors, clean energy, digital finance, and security that carries implications for supply chains, the Indo-Pacific balance, and South–South economic integration.

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09 Feb
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Qualcomm’s 2nm tape-out marks India’s arrival in cutting-edge chip design

According to ANI and IANS, Qualcomm Technologies has completed the tape-out of its 2-nanometre semiconductor design with significant contributions from its engineering centres in India, underscoring the country’s rising importance in the global race toward next-generation chip technologies and aligning with New Delhi’s push to strengthen domestic semiconductor design capabilities.

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09 Feb
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CSP orders and space economy fuel strong start to 2026 for Taiwan’s supply chain

Rising investments in AI data centers and an intensifying global push to build large-scale satellite networks are rapidly transforming Taiwan’s technology supply chain, delivering a powerful start to 2026. From advanced cooling solutions and ASIC thermal modules to satellite communications components and semiconductor testing services, companies such as Microloops, Universal Microwave Technology (UMT), and MSScorps are seeing demand surge, translating into record revenues and strengthening growth visibility for the year ahead.

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