NXP Semiconductors is sharpening its global competitive edge through a series of strategic acquisitions and regionally aligned operations, CEO Kurt Sievers said during the company’s first quarter 2025 earnings call on April 29. He framed the recent acquisitions of Kinara, Aviva, and TTTech Auto as part of a broader offensive strategy aimed at enhancing product differentiation, particularly in the Automotive and Industrial sectors.

Foxconn is planning to invest in India through its subsidiary Yuzhan Technology to tap into the newly launched production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for electronic components, according to The Economic Times, which cites sources familiar with the matter. This move comes amid industry speculation that other major players, such as Dixon Technologies and Tata Electronics, are also preparing to apply for the scheme.

After becoming Taiwan’s first unicorn to go public in the US, Gogoro—the electric scooter company known for its sleek design and battery-swapping model—has struggled to maintain investor confidence. The company recently filed to transfer its listing from the Nasdaq Global Select Market to the Nasdaq Capital Market, a move typically seen as a step-down. Though 2025 may have started with a stumble, some in the company’s supply chain say the year could yet hold promise.