Hyundai expands EV and hybrid lineup as Nan Yang sees Taiwan auto market rebound

Nan Yang Industries, a subsidiary of Sanyang Motor (SYM), anticipates a recovery in Taiwan’s automotive market by the end of 2025, with annual sales volume expected to hold steady at around 400,000 units, according to company vice president Sing-sheng Chan during an interview on November 6. Pointing to a “late surge” as a result of government policies, Chan noted that Hyundai Motors aims to continue growing its market share as conditions improve in 2026.

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Microsoft launches superintelligence team to counter Meta

Microsoft has announced the launch of its new MAI Superintelligence Team, led by AI chief Mustafa Suleyman, marking a significant step in the company’s long-term AI strategy. The initiative, now hiring more than 100 positions across multiple US cities and London, UK, is widely viewed as a direct response to Meta Platforms Inc.’s growing ambitions in the superintelligence space.

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Next-gen power systems aim to cool AI’s growing energy appetite

The rise of artificial intelligence has sharply increased the demand for computing power, making electricity consumption and grid bottlenecks a central concern for data centers. With power density per rack rising, traditional AC-based infrastructure faces limitations, prompting a search for more efficient energy solutions. High-voltage direct current (HVDC) architectures paired with solid-state transformers (SST) are emerging as leading options for next-generation power management, although commercialization faces significant hurdles.

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AI bubble concerns mount amid 2026 shipment uncertainty

AI-related products have become a key growth engine for Taiwan’s economy, being a major driver of Taiwan’s exports in 2024 and boosting investment in 2025. However, as companies continue to increase their AI investments by hundreds of billions or even trillions of US dollars annually, revenues have yet to rise proportionally. Experts recommend closely monitoring US CSP trends, as any reduction in procurement could directly impact Taiwan’s tech exports.

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STM, Onsemi tackle soaring AI data-center power demand with new SiC and GaN tech

As GPU counts in AI servers soar, rack power consumption has reached record highs, straining data-center energy systems. In response, major European and US power semiconductor makers, including STMicroelectronics (STM) and Onsemi, are rolling out advanced power-management technologies to enhance efficiency, reduce heat, and lower overall system costs.

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Foxconn builds digital health ecosystem through cross-industry integration

Foxconn is accelerating its digital health strategy by collaborating across medical systems, long-term care institutions, and other industries to create a seamless chain. The strategy will focus on connecting clinical care, long-term care, and home healthcare. Foxconn has signed memorandums of understanding with Nobel Medical Group and formed partnerships with Mackay Memorial Hospital and Shiangbao Longterm Care Group to pilot integrated smart long-term care models. It aims to drive industry convergence through evidence-based and scalable deployments, helping Taiwan establish a comprehensive digital health ecosystem spanning inpatient to outpatient settings.

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Taiwan firms remain committed to local investments despite expansions in US

US president Donald Trump predicts that within two years, the US will control 40-50% of the global chip market. He claims that major Taiwanese companies are establishing plants in the US because of his tariffs policy. Amid speculation that companies are fleeing Taiwan, Taiwanese government officials have repeatedly maintained that the makers are expanding overseas, demonstrating to the world their manufacturing capabilities.

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