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Samsung takes cautious approach to adopting next-gen smartphone battery technologies
While Chinese smartphone manufacturers are using large battery capacities and fast charging speeds to launch a fierce marketing war, Samsung Electronics has chosen to “take a step back,” cautiously introducing next-generation battery technologies.
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Jun
Rapidus and Siemens partner to advance 2nm semiconductor design and manufacturing processes
On June 23, 2025, Rapidus announced a strategic collaboration with Siemens Digital Industries Software to enhance semiconductor design and manufacturing processes for the 2nm technology node. The partnership aims to develop a process design kit based on Siemens’ Calibre platform, focusing on design verification and manufacturing optimization.
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Jun
Exclusive: ‘A Chip Odyssey’ director crafts semiconductor epic
The documentary ‘A Chip Odyssey,’ which chronicles the development of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, premiered on June 13, 2025. It quickly surpassed NT$5 million (approx. US$169,141) in box office revenue during its opening weekend and has maintained strong public interest since. With over 300 private screenings booked, the film’s performance is impressive.
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Jun
China Telecom forms AI network alliance, gunning for global standards
As tensions between the United States and China in technology escalate, China is pushing to establish a new AI-driven path in the telecom sector. At the 2025 Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Shanghai, China Telecom introduced the world’s first Network Large Model Association, framing it as a springboard for next-generation intelligent communications.
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Jun
Apollo Go eyes Southeast Asia expansion as Baidu pivots to light assets operation
Baidu’s Apollo Go autonomous taxi service is poised to enter Singapore and Malaysia by 2025, expanding its reach beyond China. The company is currently in talks with potential partners to establish commercial partnerships in these Southeast Asian countries, according to Bloomberg.
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Jun
Japan races to build domestic drone supply chain as China tightens grip
Japanese drone makers, long proud of their “Made in Japan” branding, remain heavily reliant on low-cost components from China, including key parts like electronic speed controllers, propellers, and engine generators. However, that dependence is coming under fresh scrutiny as China’s recent export restrictions, imposed over national security concerns, have sparked concerns about supply chain reliability.
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Jun
Taiwan copper foil maker Co-Tech sees stable AI server demand despite industry headwinds
Taiwan-based Co-Tech Development said Monday it expects steady orders for specialized copper foils used in AI servers through the second half of 2025, even as the broader industry grapples with Chinese oversupply and price competition.
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Jun
Tesla robotaxi quietly launches as auto camera margins squeeze suppliers
Tesla’s robotaxi service has soft-launched with limited fanfare, though the autonomous vehicle sector continues drawing global investor interest. Industry analysts are tracking related opportunities in automotive camera systems, a market proving more challenging than initially anticipated.
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Jun
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event set for July 9, spotlighting AI-driven foldable devices
Samsung Electronics officially announced that it will hold its Galaxy Unpacked launch event at 10 p.m. Taiwan time on July 9 in Brooklyn, New York. Industry insiders anticipate the unveiling of a new generation of foldable smartphones along with accessories such as earbuds and smartwatches.