Coupang signs LOI with MOEA to expand Taiwan logistics infrastructure

Coupang announced on October 21 that it signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) to jointly promote retail innovation and supply chain resilience in Taiwan. The LOI was signed at the MOEA’s 2025 Taiwan Business Alliance Conference by Robert Porter, Coupang’s Global Affairs Director, and Deputy Minister Cynthia Kiang.

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Will TSMC’s 2nm price hike force Qualcomm and MediaTek to switch orders to Samsung?

As TSMC raises its 2nm prices, rumors have emerged suggesting Qualcomm and MediaTek might shift orders to Samsung. The speculation has gained traction in industry circles, with some observers pointing to the price increases as a potential catalyst for change. Yet supply chain sources told DIGITIMES that this scenario is highly unlikely and may be part of a broader South Korean tech industry narrative.

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South Korean AI startup Rebellions partners with Malaysia’s Sarawak government in Borneo

South Korean AI chip startup Rebellions has announced a partnership with the Sarawak state government in Borneo, marking its official entry into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) market. According to South Korea’s News 1 and MTN, Rebellions signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sarawak’s IC design company, SMD Semiconductor, to collaborate on AI chip design and development. The cooperation includes joint semiconductor development, the Sarawak state government’s data center initiatives, and joint marketing activities.

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