Review: LG C5
C5 succeeds LG’s popular C4 OLED TV
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Oct
South Korea faces energy expressway backlash for Yongin Semiconductor Cluster
To support the development of Samsung and SK Hynix’s Yongin Semiconductor Cluster, the South Korean government has promoted a nationwide “energy expressway” to increase renewable energy infrastructure. However, the initiative has faced criticism for lacking consultation, increasing inequalities, and proving inefficient. Some experts have argued that the entire Yongin project should be halted and that the national power transmission policy should be restructured.
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Oct
Cheap drones reshape modern warfare economics
A new reality is setting in on the modern battlefield. Attackers are using drones that cost thousands of dollars to force defenders to fire missiles worth millions. This lopsided economic fight is a key feature of modern asymmetric warfare, evident from the war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Red Sea. Strategies built on cheap, mass-produced weapons are proving highly effective and are now central to both offense and defense.
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Oct
The hidden EUV tech giving TSMC its manufacturing edge
TSMC’s competitors have access to the same cutting-edge equipment from Dutch supplier ASML, yet they consistently fall short on yield rates. The reason, according to academic experts, lies in a critical detail: even ASML’s most advanced machines require extensive fine-tuning and enhancements to achieve optimal performance. The secret to TSMC’s edge may be hiding in plain sight—inside university labs developing nanoscale sensors that detect what others miss.
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Oct
From Brussels to Beijing, new rules threaten global auto supply chain stability
The world’s three largest auto markets—Europe, the United States, and China—are simultaneously undergoing a wave of regulatory and geopolitical shifts that analysts warn could dampen global vehicle demand by 2026. Automakers and suppliers alike now face mounting pressure on three critical fronts: cost inflation, tightening compliance mandates, and intensifying global competition.
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Oct
India roundup: AI gold rush and local reality
Tech firms are ramping up AI infrastructure investments and talent hunt in India as Tata Electronics reportedly develops its electronics manufacturing capabilities with a series of M&A efforts.
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Oct
Gigastorage expands green power portfolio with new CPPA and solar project
Gigastorage has taken a significant step forward in its clean energy strategy. Its wholly owned subsidiary, GEG, has signed a three-year corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA) with Taiwan Cooperative Bank, marking a milestone in the company’s effort to expand its green electricity business. Under the deal, Giga Energy will supply six million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy beginning in 2025.
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Oct
AOC AGON Pro AG327UXM with a dual-mode Mini LED display is launched
For those looking for more screen real estate and enhanced brightness, AGON by AOC added a 31.5-inch Mini LED offering to the AOC AGON Pro AG277UX, which was unveiled yesterday. The new model is dubbed AOC AGON Pro AG327UXM and is built around a 31.5-inch Fast IPS display with a native 4K UHD resolution and a 160 Hz refresh rate. In need of speed, you can quickly switch to an FHD resolution at a…
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Oct
Gigabyte G27UP breaks covers with a dual-mode 4K SuperSpeed IPS display
Gigabyte added another dual-mode 4K UHD monitor to its lineup as an alternative to the G27U, which it unveiled yesterday. Indeed, the new model is named almost the same – Gigabyte G27UP, and shares some features with its sibling. Engineered for users who demand both high-speed performance and professional-grade visuals, it features dual mode support, allowing seamless switching between 4K UHD at…
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Oct
Behind the silicon curtain, China’s tech illusion unravels
China’s technological advancement remains a central focus of global attention, with social media frequently showcasing local tech applications and innovations. Yet for many outside observers, the actual situation in China continues to fuel curiosity and skepticism, prompting many to wonder what lies beneath the polished surface.