Benefiting from the continuous rise in embedded AI demand and the advancement of diverse vertical applications, embedded motherboard and industrial PC (IPC) provider DFI announced at its August 12 investor conference that it will leverage group resources and manufacturing service partners for forward-looking investments to prepare for potential challenges in the second half of 2025.

The number of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is expected to exceed 25 billion by 2030, yet one-third of all cybersecurity vulnerabilities are related to these devices. This trend has driven a surge in cybersecurity solutions, as every single connected device can become susceptible to attack. As a global hub in the tech industry, Taiwan has naturally become a focus: as an example, embedded IoT security company Exein has recently been actively expanding its business in Taiwan, forming strategic partnerships with MediaTek, Aaeon Technology, and other Taiwanese firms in a short span of time. Exein views Taiwan as its largest growth engine outside of Europe.

Lenovo reported a robust start to its 2026 fiscal year, with first-quarter revenue rising 22% year-over-year to US$18.8 billion, underscoring its resilience amid intensifying global trade tensions and persistent tariffs. The company credited strong PC and AI PC sales, along with strategic global manufacturing, for weathering geopolitical headwinds.