Automotive IC demand remains sluggish amid deepening tariff conflicts
Despite a resurgence in demand for various applications, the demand for automotive processors remains flat. Although a few chip companies…
Qisda expands production in Vietnam as US tariff policies reshape global supply chains
The US tariff policy is set to cause major changes in the global supply chain. Joe Huang, president of Qisda,…
Trump 2.0 unleashes tariff tactics: bold moves, hidden agendas, and the new world order
As US President Donald Trump marks the first month of his second term in office, the reforms and fiscal austerity…
Asian Perspectives 3: Digital twins and smart vehicles
The concept of digital twins initially emerged in consumer applications for AR/VR/MR, but its future lies in smart manufacturing. Like…
Compound semiconductor market on track for US$25 bln by 2030, fueled by EVs, 5G, and AI
The global compound semiconductor market is projected to reach US$25 billion by 2030, growing at an annual rate of nearly…
Chicony’s 1Q25 outlook: Embracing AI and high-value products
Chicony Power Technology, a prominent player in the power supply solutions market, is projecting a cautious start to 2025, with…
India’s lithium battery incentive scheme fails to deliver required production
India launched an incentive scheme to support local production of lithium batteries amid an EV trend in 2021. However, all…
Jabil unveils 2024 sustainabilityr report, major milestones in emissions reduction
Jabil Inc. has unveiled its 2024 Sustainability Progress Report, showcasing its significant advancements in meeting its five-year sustainability objectives. The…
A vision of robust PC upgrade cycle fuels optimism for 2025
Taiwanese semiconductor firms have recently shared their perspectives on the PC market’s trajectory for 2025, exuding optimism. This bullish sentiment…
iPhone 16e faces pricing headwinds amid consumer downgrading in China and India
Apple has launched the iPhone 16e, the successor to the iPhone SE, with prices starting at US$599, up from US$429.…