Computex 2025: Taiwan’s robotics moment, yet still a step behind

In response to the global buzz around robotics, fueled in large part by companies like Nvidia and Tesla, Computex 2025 has, for the first time, introduced a dedicated exhibition zone for robots and drones. It’s a notable shift for the long-running tech trade show, which has traditionally focused on components and computing, rather than full-fledged robotics systems.

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Yulon cites tariff uncertainty, urges clarity on auto policy

Yulon Motor convened its shareholders meeting on May 27, 2025, where President Kuo-hsing Hsu and Vice President Chien-hui Lee, who also chairs the Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association, addressed pressing challenges facing Taiwan’s automotive sector. In a post-meeting interview, both executives stressed the urgency of resolving tariff and commodity tax issues amid a shifting policy landscape and cooling consumer sentiment.

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Hiwin eyes steady gains in 2025 with strategic focus on AI robotics, green tech, mechatronics integration

Hiwin Technologies, a leading manufacturer of motion control components, remains optimistic about its business outlook for 2025. Chairman Wen-heng Cho expressed confidence that the company is on track to achieve both its revenue and profit targets despite global tariff concerns, as Hiwin’s international presence and strong foothold in the North American market have helped minimize the direct impact of trade tensions.

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US reportedly targets EDA exports to China; vendors push back on disruption claims

China’s semiconductor sector was abuzz in late May 2025 by reports that Siemens EDA received a notice from the US Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) instructing it to halt all electronic design automation (EDA) services and support to Chinese clients. Several Chinese media outlets and local industry sources alleged that Siemens had already begun blocking regional access to its technical websites.

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