02
Oct
Google DeepMind has announced the release of two updated AI models, Gemini Robotics 1.5 and Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5, aimed at improving robots’ ability to reason, plan multi-step tasks, and use online information to complete assignments. These models also facilitate the sharing of skills across different robotic devices, pushing the boundaries of autonomous robot functionality.
02
Oct
Column: Pentagon boosts investment in Quantum navigation as GPS limitations drive search for alternatives
Quantum technologies, long confined to academic theory, are now laying the groundwork for a revolution in navigation. While the term “quantum computing” often raises fears about data security, the underlying physics is enabling next-generation navigation systems for defense and civilian use.
02
Oct
As geopolitical tensions and capital flows reshape satellite sector, Taiwan bets on electronically scanned array tech
The global space economy is entering a period of rapid expansion, triggering a wide-scale reorganization of investment flows and supply chains. At the center of this transformation, Taiwan is positioning itself to capitalize on its strength in ground-based satellite technologies, particularly in high-performance antenna systems critical for low Earth orbit (LEO) communications.
02
Oct
ODM shifts to server demand as 4Q25 consumer market weakens
Consumer electronics like notebooks are losing momentum amid a sluggish 2025 market. However, AI-driven server demand is surging, providing sustained growth for ODMs.
01
Oct
LG 32U990A is fully unveiled, pre-orders are underway
01
Oct
Qualcomm’s 2025 Snapdragon Summit: solid upgrades but AI vision falls short
Qualcomm’s annual Snapdragon Summit officially concluded last week and benchmark scores for the new products are now being released. Overall, Qualcomm has delivered significant upgrades in system-on-chips (SoCs) for both flagship smartphones and flagship PCs compared to the previous generation, and the new chips are expected to perform well in upcoming partner devices.
01
Oct
US generals warn China poses top space threat, say Beijing developing orbital ‘kill chain’
Senior US Space Force generals warned that China has become the nation’s top threat in space, rapidly expanding its orbital military capabilities to challenge American forces.
01
Oct
Notebook shipment update, August 2025
Driven by seasonal stocking momentum and rush orders, the combined shipments of the top five notebook brands increased by over 13% month-on-month in August.
01
Oct
China’s Zhaoxin unveils KH-50000 server chip in direct shot at AMD
Shanghai Zhaoxin Semiconductor has unveiled the Kaisheng KH-50000 server CPUs, aiming squarely at AMD’s EPYC line. Debuting at Alibaba Cloud’s Apsara Conference 2025, the chips were pitched not just as a technical breakthrough but also as a symbolic “National Day gift” to underscore China’s advancing domestic compute ambitions.
01
Oct
OpenAI posts US$7.8b operating loss despite US$4.3b revenue in 1H25
OpenAI’s revenue in the first half of 2025 reached US$4.3 billion, already surpassing its full-year 2024 revenue. However, due to persistently high R&D expenditures, the company posted an operating loss of US$7.8 billion.