Korea allocates US$31 million for physical AI as it seeks edge over the US, China
South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT allocated KRW42.6 billion (approx. US$31 million) for physical AI proof-of-concept projects through a…
Advanced packaging boom propels ASE, KYEC through shifting semiconductor landscape
Even as Taiwan’s semiconductor tariff policies remain unresolved and the New Taiwan dollar continues to appreciate, major chip packaging and…
Taiwan polarizer makers secure price hikes amid cost pressures
Taiwan’s polarizer manufacturers have successfully negotiated price increases exceeding 10% with panel makers as they grapple with currency headwinds and…
Section 232 tariffs risk jeopardizing US-Taiwan relations
Since taking office in January 2025, US President Donald Trump has launched a series of economic and trade policies aimed…
From oil to algorithms: Nvidia’s rise marks shift in global power structure
A major power shift is underway in the global industrial landscape. Once dominated by financial and energy giants, especially in…
Taiwan’s auto industry prepares for a post-tariff reality
With US–Taiwan tariff negotiations still unresolved, uncertainty is rippling through Taiwan’s auto industry. Industry sources now warn that should the…
Ocean cargo volumes to rebound in July: NRF port tracker
Volumes at U.S. ports are expected to increase by 2% to 2.36 million TEUs during the month following a delay of…
JB Hunt peak surcharges begin earlier amid trade uncertainty
Tariffs slated later this summer are leading to varying feedback from customers as some expect a volume surge while others…
Coach’s leather could pose deforestation threat: report
An investigation by environmental nonprofit Earthsight said the Tapestry-owned brand is at risk of sourcing leather linked to illegal cattle…