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Taiwan’s economy thrives on AI, faces energy challenges
Taiwan’s industrial sector sees growth in September, driven by AI demand, despite challenges in manufacturing and services. Learn about the economic shifts.
2024/10/29 15:49
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NCCU and RAND discuss AI’s impact on national security
NCCU and RAND Corporation leaders met to discuss AI’s impact on national security, focusing on tech policy research. They aim to boost Taiwan-U.S. academic ties.
2024/10/24 16:15
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AI model’s typhoon predictions face criticism
The Central Weather Administration in Taipei acknowledges inaccuracies in AI-based typhoon predictions, highlighting the need for improvement. Despite challenges, they continue to refine AI tools for better forecasts.
2024/10/04 14:36
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ENEX General Assembly focuses on AI, global collaboration
At the ENEX General Assembly in Shanghai, global broadcasters, including Taiwan’s TVBS News, discussed the challenges of artificial intelligence, disinformation, and covering global conflicts.
2024/10/04 07:00
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NVIDIA CEO praises TSMC, cites excellence in chip production
Discover how NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang praises TSMC’s excellence and addresses the challenges of geopolitical tensions and chip shortages at the Goldman Sachs conference.
2024/09/13 11:11
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Etron chairman: Semiconductor growth to dip in late 2024
Discover insights from Etron’s chairman, Nicky Lu, on the semiconductor industry’s growth slowdown in H2 due to economic shifts and global challenges, and why AI could fuel future demand.
2024/09/05 11:01
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ASE CEO discusses Taiwan’s challenges in AI ahead of SEMICON
Discover insights from SEMICON Taiwan 2024, where industry leaders highlight the impact of AI on semiconductors, addressing challenges and opportunities ahead. Learn about the expo’s focus on AI, smart mobility, and more.
2024/09/03 10:40
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ASE CEO highlights Taiwan’s role in AI at SEMICON Taiwan
Discover insights from Tien Wu, CEO of ASE, on Taiwan’s pivotal role in the AI and semiconductor industries, emphasizing collaboration and adaptability at SEMICON Taiwan 2024.
2024/09/02 17:23
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Quanta sees stable demand despite Nvidia shipment rumors
Discover how Quanta’s Chairman Barry Lam responds to concerns over Nvidia’s chip shipment delays and their impact on Quanta’s performance. Read about the company’s record-breaking Q2 earnings and future outlook amidst market challenges.
2024/08/26 14:35
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Taiwan’s tech industry faces AI bubble risk, says expert
At COMPUTEX 2024, amid industry celebration, Chien Lee-feng, former Google Taiwan head, cautioned against an impending AI bubble. His warnings highlighted the risks of Taiwan’s passive tech innovation and dependency on AI giants like NVIDIA.
2024/07/17 17:51
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Formosa Plastics Group raises employee salaries by 3%
Formosa Plastics Group is navigating economic challenges with a 3% salary increase for employees, despite a significant drop in revenue and profit in 2023. Learn about their strategic focus on AI transformation and innovation.
2024/07/17 15:20
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Taiwan boosts defense against AI-generated misinformation
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is addressing the challenges of deepfake technology in national security, including its first discussion on deepfake recognition with the National Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology.
2024/07/16 16:48
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Taiwan to enhance economic strength through AI, says premier
Taiwan aims to become an AI island, with Premier Cho Jung-tai highlighting the government’s commitment to digital and net-zero transitions for SMEs. Learn about the NT$900 billion plan and the challenges facing the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant.
2024/07/12 10:43
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Taiwan summit discusses AI advancements, green goals
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te plans to position the island as a leader in AI technology amid global challenges, focusing on cloud infrastructure and green energy goals.
2024/06/26 17:03
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Asian Journalism Forum highlights media’s role in election
Explore how the historic election year impacts global politics and the critical role of media in a polarized world, featuring insights from leading journalists on democracy and technology challenges.
2024/06/24 18:52
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TVBS interview with Nvidia CEO sparks global discussion
Discover insights from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s interview on TVBS Insight People, where he predicts humanoid robots will dominate the future, sparking a discussion and a response from Tesla’s Elon Musk. Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs expected in robot technology.
2024/06/21 13:53
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Premier Cho Jung-tai takes helm, focuses on Taiwan’s economy
Discover how Taiwan’s new Premier Cho Jung-tai is tackling economic challenges with a focus on innovation and U.S. support on his first day in office. Read about the strategic meeting that sets the tone for future growth.
2024/05/23 10:17
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EU Parliament, ENEX sign MOU ahead of crucial elections
Explore the pivotal partnership between the European Parliament and ENEX as they gear up to combat disinformation and leverage AI for the upcoming European elections. Discover how this collaboration aims to address global challenges and ensure democratic integrity.
2024/02/23 16:43
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Taiwan must innovate to counter declining Ph.D. students
Discover the challenges facing Taiwan’s doctoral education, including declining enrollments, financial burdens, and the rise of alternative learning methods. Learn how these factors are impacting research talent and industrial technology development.
2024/02/12 12:30
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Taiwanese unaware of carbon reduction policies: survey
Eugene Chien, president of the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy, discusses the challenges and opportunities of Taiwan’s planned carbon fee by 2025, aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Insights from a recent survey show public unawareness and dissatisfaction with current climate change efforts, stressing the need for alignment with global carbon taxation trends and the integration of AI with ESG initiatives.
2024/02/01 15:52
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Jaw Shaw-kong calls AI Taiwan’s new ’silicon shield’
Kuomintang’s vice presidential candidate, Jaw Shaw-kong, proposes that AI should be considered Taiwan’s next "guardian mountain god" in a bid to position Taiwan as a leader in artificial intelligence. He advocates for the creation of an "AI Minister" position within various ministries, including the Ministry of National Defense and the Executive Yuan. Jaw questions the government’s plans for AI legislation and calls for a foundational AI law to address future challenges. He highlights the rapid advancements in AI technology and their ethical implications, praising the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company for its contributions. Jaw emphasizes the importance of supporting academic research and corporate AI initiatives, arguing that integrating AI technologies could enhance military efficiency, a crucial consideration given Taiwan’s limited armed forces personnel.
2023/12/20 21:28
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C.C. Wei to maintain course after Liu’s 2024 exit: analyst
TSMC chairman Mark Liu’s upcoming retirement in 2024 has led investment experts to suggest that the semiconductor giant should slow down the progress of its new manufacturing facility in the United States. Industry analyst Jonah Cheng believes that TSMC’s policy direction will remain unchanged under the leadership of chief executive C.C. Wei, who is expected to succeed Liu as chairman. Cheng also proposes maintaining a dual leadership structure to cultivate successors from various backgrounds. Speculation suggests that Liu’s retirement may be linked to potential investment challenges in the company’s U.S. expansion. In response to these challenges, Cheng recommends a deceleration in the construction of TSMC’s second U.S. plant. He also highlights the need to assess the current downturn in the car market and economic outlook before proceeding with the German plant focused on automotive applications. Cheng suggests that the Japanese facility could be an optimal choice due to labor and power shortages in Taiwan, as well as cultural similarities and strong government support from Japan. TSMC’s primary obstacle, according to Cheng, is maintaining its leadership position in the semiconductor industry, especially after surpassing Intel. Additionally, the cyclical nature of the industry and the potential opportunities presented by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) applications pose further challenges for the company.
2023/12/20 18:45
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Taiwan’s math scores rise, but equity gaps widen
Junyi Academy has pointed out the growing disparity in mathematics achievement among students in Taiwan. While Taiwanese students ranked third internationally in mathematics, with an average score of 547, there is a significant gap between the top and bottom performers. The top 10 percent scored an average of 623 points, while the bottom 10 percent scored an average of 434 points. This "M-shaped" divergence in proficiency is attributed to the unequal access to digital learning. Children from higher socioeconomic status households have benefited more from digital devices for educational purposes, widening the gap. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital teaching methods, but there has been a decline in platform usage recently. Junyi Academy emphasizes the need for guided learning in technology and equitable teaching to address urban-rural and learning disparities. The chairman, Lu Kuan-wei, also highlighted the potential of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, as an educational tool but raised concerns about students misusing AI for homework completion. Lu urged presidential candidates to develop comprehensive educational policies that address the challenges and opportunities brought by technological advances.
2023/12/07 18:47
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Ko Wen-je pledges AI revolution in Taiwan agriculture
Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je has unveiled a series of policy proposals to revolutionize Taiwan’s agricultural sector. These proposals include employing artificial intelligence (AI) to create a comprehensive agricultural database. Ko’s five-pronged approach aims to address challenges faced by Taiwanese farmers, such as fragmented landholdings and an oversaturated domestic market. He also highlights the need to modernize traditional poultry houses and the agricultural marketing system. One focal point of Ko’s agricultural policy is the establishment of a strategic food security plan with AI, aiming to enhance planning in agricultural production and ensure transparency in the sale of farm products through data analytics. Ko also emphasizes the importance of resilient infrastructure to protect the farming sector from extreme weather events and the formation of an agricultural carbon sink platform to promote sustainable and low-carbon development. By drawing on international models, Ko aims to transform rural architecture and farming practices for a more sustainable future in Taiwanese agriculture.
2023/12/07 16:59
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Taiwan’s industrial power demand drops post-summer: TRI
The Taiwan Research Institute (TRI) reports a decrease in electricity demand in September, following the end of the summer peak period for consumption. The TRI’s October Taiwan EPI shows a 0.16% growth in high voltage electricity usage across national industries compared to the same period in 2022. However, this growth is smaller than the increase seen in September. TRI President Wu Tsai-yi attributes the deceleration in economic growth to global inflation, interest rate hikes, and ongoing geopolitical crises. Despite these challenges, the domestic electronic technology industry has experienced successful inventory turnover due to the rise of AI applications, the launch of new consumer electronics, and stockpiling for the end-of-year shopping season. With sustained private consumption momentum and negative economic growth factors in the fourth quarter of 2022, a significant increase in economic growth to 4.4% is estimated for October. Wu predicts a gradual return to normalcy for global economic and business activities as the effects of inflation and interest rate increases diminish.
2023/11/22 17:23