Technology·Sep 4, 2026
Fujitsu to Exit Commodity Hardware as AI Shifts Production Strategy
Japanese tech group signals retreat from low-margin products while doubling down on artificial intelligence infrastructure
By Aiko Nakamura · 4 min ·
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Technology·Aug 22, 2026
Delta Electronics Unveils AI-Powered Dual-Arm Cobot for Server Assembly
Taiwanese automation giant showcases embodied AI robotics integrated with Nvidia platform, while pivoting strategy to supply components rather than finished humanoid robots
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 17, 2026
Taiwan's FSC Targets Late-2026 Trial Production for High-End Capacitors
Injection molding machinery maker pivots into passive components for AI and GPU markets
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 2 min ·
Technology·Aug 14, 2026
Taiwan Emerges as Critical Hub for Co-Packaged Optics Manufacturing
Ayar Labs CEO argues the industry question has shifted from technical proof to commercial scalability, with Taiwan's packaging ecosystem positioned as the solution
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 14, 2026
Honor Unveils Robot Phone as First Move in AI Hardware Pivot
The Chinese smartphone maker positions its August 12 launch as a strategic shift from mobile devices to AI-driven hardware, with preorders opening immediately.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 2 min ·
Finance·Aug 12, 2026
Hong Kong Courts AI Hardware Makers to Boost Tech Listings
The city is positioning itself as a capital-raising hub for Chinese optical transceiver firms as Beijing's AI build-out accelerates
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 12, 2026
Samsung Closes Gap on SK Hynix With Sharp HBM4 Yield Gains
The Korean chipmaker's sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory production has reached near-80% efficiency, putting it back in the race for AI chip dominance.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 2 min ·
Technology·Aug 11, 2026
Seoul Warns Against Redistributing Chip Profits as China Investment Accelerates
Trade minister urges reinvestment in facilities and R&D to maintain South Korea's semiconductor edge amid surging AI-driven memory demand
By Jun-ho Seo · 2 min ·
Technology·Aug 11, 2026
TSMC and Sony Plan $6.3 Billion Sensor Factory in Japan
The chipmaking giants are targeting AI robotics and autonomous vehicle markets with production set to begin in 2029
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 9, 2026
China's Export Growth Slows as Weather Disrupts July Output
AI-related product demand cushions impact while Beijing prepares for critical US and EU trade negotiations
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 6, 2026
Samsung Takes Double Win at California Memory Conference
South Korean chipmaker recognized for V10 BV-NAND and LPDDR5X-PIM technologies at Future of Memory and Storage 2026
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 5, 2026
Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron Spotlight AI Memory at FMS 2026 as CXMT Stays Away
The annual Flash Memory Summit in Santa Clara showcased leading chipmakers' AI roadmaps, but China's rising memory player was notably absent from the exhibitor lineup.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 5, 2026
German Equipment Maker Manz Expands Into Taiwan's Advanced Packaging Hub
The company is establishing an R&D center in Tainan Science Park to develop next-generation tools for AI and high-performance computing markets
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 4 min ·
Technology·Aug 5, 2026
Samsung Introduces zHBM Concept for Next-Generation AI Computing
The Korean chipmaker's new memory architecture aims to deliver eight times the performance of upcoming HBM5 standard
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 5, 2026
Samsung Electro-Mechanics Accelerates Philippine MLCC Factory Amid AI Supply Squeeze
South Korean manufacturer moves up timeline for its first overseas capacitor plant as artificial intelligence hardware drives unprecedented demand for critical passive components
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 4, 2026
Samsung Set to Reclaim Lead in High-Bandwidth Memory Market by 2027
UBS forecasts the Korean chipmaker will capture 41% of global HBM shipments next year, driven by aggressive HBM4 rollout and Nvidia qualification wins
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Aug 1, 2026
Nvidia, Samsung, and SK Group Chiefs Convene at AI Summit in San Francisco
Jensen Huang's joint appearance with Korean semiconductor leaders signals intensifying collaboration across the AI hardware ecosystem
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Jul 31, 2026
ASE Technology Lifts 2026 Budget to $10.5 Billion on AI Packaging Surge
Taiwan's packaging giant boosts capex 23.5% above original plan as hyperscaler orders strain advanced capacity
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Jul 30, 2026
Macronix Gross Margin Climbs to 64% as Memory Chip Shortage Drives Price Gains
The Taiwanese memory chipmaker posted record quarterly revenue and expects profitability to continue rising with structural supply constraints in NAND and NOR flash markets
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Technology·Jul 30, 2026
NXP Carves Infrastructure Play in AI Data Centers
The Dutch chipmaker is leveraging real-time control and connectivity technology to supply networking, cooling, and power management systems for accelerator-heavy facilities.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Finance·Jul 27, 2026
Chinese Chipmaker CXMT Surges 470 Percent in Shanghai Debut
The memory chip manufacturer briefly overtook ICBC to become mainland China's most valuable company following a $9.8 billion IPO
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 2 min ·