US heavy tariffs block Chinese solar modules; HDRE cites exchange rates to reduce procurement costs

To prevent Chinese solar products from circumventing origin rules, the US Department of Commerce recently announced tariffs on solar products from Southeast Asian countries, with rates reaching as high as 3,521%. Regarding the impact of these tariffs, HD Renewable Energy (HDRE) chairman Edward Hsieh stated that since the company does not export any goods to the US, the direct effect is minimal. However, overall market fluctuations may still cause some indirect impacts.

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Adata and Giga Computing join forces to build server production in Brazil

Memory module manufacturer Adata Technology has announced a strategic partnership with Giga Computing, a subsidiary of Gigabyte Technology, to establish a new, upgraded server production line in Brazil. The venture will integrate ADATA’s server-grade memory and storage products, enhancing the competitiveness of the servers and jointly expanding their reach across the Latin American market.

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HTC, AT&T partner to bring immersive XR therapy to US senior care

Taiwanese technology company HTC announced on Thursday a strategic collaboration with US telecommunications giant AT&T, healthcare innovator Mynd Immersive, and rehabilitation services leader Select Rehabilitation. The partnership aims to implement a new generation of immersive extended reality (XR) therapy programs within senior care communities across the US.

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TI partners with Taiwanese firms to showcase automotive tech at 2025 Taipei AMPA

Texas Instruments (TI) reported robust first-quarter earnings for 2025, buoyed by a steady recovery across key application sectors, particularly in the automotive market. As the global semiconductor cycle shows signs of normalization, TI is deepening its commitment to automotive technologies—especially advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment platforms, and integrated cockpit solutions.

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Acer loses ground in desktop and display markets despite product refresh

Acer rolled out two new monitors on consecutive days—one foldable model for business users and another for gamers—amid mounting challenges in its monitor and desktop PC divisions. Acer’s monitor share has fallen out of China’s top 10, and its global desktop PC ranking slipped from fourth to fifth. These underperforming units fall under the direct oversight of Corporate President Victor Chien, a potential successor to Chairman and CEO Jason Chen.

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TCL T6C specifications and pricing for the U.K.

TCL T6C is a series of 4K QLED TVs with Fire TV for the U.K. is an entry-level series of 4K QLED TVs for the U.S. for 2025. The new range offers screen sizes from 43″ to 85″, ensuring there is a perfect option for every home: TCL 85T6C – specifications; GBP 1299 TCL 75T6C – specifications; GBP 999 TCL 65T6C – specifications; GBP 749 TCL 55T6C – specifications; GBP 549 TCL 50T6C – specifications…

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China’s weaponizing of raw materials in tariff war could cripple US EV supply chain

US President Donald Trump has imposed several tariffs since taking office, resulting in retaliatory actions from several countries. The response from China has garnered the most attention, especially its export restrictions on key industrial raw materials, rare earth minerals, and magnets, which could significantly impact the fledgling electric vehicle (EV) supply chain in the US.

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