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From shadows to spotlight: Taiwan’s OSAT giants power the AI
For decades, the companies that package and test the world’s semiconductors have been the unsung heroes of the chip industry. While designers like Nvidia grabbed headlines and foundries like TSMC earned Wall Street’s admiration, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) firms quietly handled the essential final steps of turning raw silicon into functional chips. That era of invisibility is ending fast. Fueled by the artificial intelligence revolution, Taiwan’s OSAT industry is stepping into the spotlight. The island controls 48% of the global OSAT market, employs over 130,000 skilled workers, and is home to five of the world’s top ten OSAT companies. What was once considered a commodity business has become an indispensable link in the AI supply chain.
2026/02/06 16:52
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Taiwan’s power and cooling suppliers drive the AI revolution
The AI infrastructure story has entered its second act. The first wave of investment chased silicon chips and the fabs that produce them. Now the market is confronting a different set of constraints: the physical ones. Heat must be removed. Power must be delivered. And increasingly, the companies solving these problems are headquartered in Taiwan.
2026/02/06 16:22
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Japan could get TSMC’s 3-nanometer chips under new plan
TSMC Chairman C.C. Wei met with Japan’s Prime Minister to discuss upgrading the Kumamoto fab to 3-nanometer chips. Taiwan retains top tech, ensuring leadership.
2026/02/06 08:00
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Taiwan’s tech ecosystem powers the global AI revolution
As artificial intelligence transforms the global technology landscape, Taiwan’s fully integrated supply chain has become the indispensable foundation for next-generation AI chips. With seamless connections spanning IC design, wafer fabrication, advanced packaging, testing, equipment, and materials, Taiwan’s ecosystem delivers the agility, innovation, and scale that the fast-moving AI market demands. Taiwan now produces over 90% of advanced AI chips and AI servers, a concentration unprecedented in technology history.
2026/02/05 20:23
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Taiwan stocks close sharply lower on semiconductor slide
Taiwan’s stock market fell 1.51% on Feb. 5, closing at 31,801.27 points. Electronics and semiconductors weakened, while financial and tourism stocks rose.
2026/02/05 15:20
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Tigerair Taiwan orders four Airbus A321neo aircraft
Airbus and Tigerair Taiwan have signed a deal for four A321neo aircraft, marking Tigerair’s first purchase of this model. The move aims to enhance fleet efficiency and expand regional operations.
2026/02/05 08:00
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Taiwan stocks recover after early plunge, close up 0.29%
Taipei stock market rose 94.45 points to 32,289.81 on Feb. 4, despite early losses. TSMC fell, while Foxconn and MediaTek gained. High-priced stocks showed strong momentum.
2026/02/04 17:39
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How Taiwan’s DDK Group weathered the pandemic boom, crash
DDK Group faced multiple challenges in Vietnam. The company is gradually recovering post-pandemic. Inventory has been significantly reduced this year. Revenue is rebounding, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
2026/02/03 19:30
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TSMC and MediaTek lead Taiwan’s 571-point stock surge
The Taiwan Stock Exchange surged 571.33 points on Feb. 3, closing at 32,195.36, with TSMC and MediaTek leading gains. Memory stocks struggled, impacting the sector.
2026/02/03 15:46
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Taiwan Lottery unveils five new games for Lunar New Year
Taiwan Lottery Co. unveils five new scratch-off games, targeting younger audiences with prizes up to NT$5 million. New mascots aim to rejuvenate the market.
2026/02/03 15:42
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Bank of Taiwan to exchange new bills for Lunar New Year
Bank of Taiwan will open 160 branches next week for Lunar New Year bill demand. General Manager Wu Chia-hsiao reports record profits and a positive 2026 outlook.
2026/02/03 08:00
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Taiwan stock index drops 439 points amid heavyweight losses
Taiwan’s stock market fell sharply on Feb. 2, closing 439.72 points lower. Major stocks like TSMC and MediaTek dropped amid external market influences.
2026/02/02 15:33
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TSMC, Foxconn lead Taiwan stock market decline on Friday
The Taipei stock market fell 472.52 points on Jan. 30, closing at 32,063.75. Textile stocks led declines, while memory stocks saw gains. TSMC and Foxconn dropped.
2026/01/30 16:41
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Taiwan stocks close at record 32,803 points on chip rally
The Taipei stock market hit a record high on Jan. 28, driven by semiconductor gains. TSMC and Macronix led the surge, while pandemic-related stocks soared.
2026/01/28 16:25
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Taiwan real estate in crisis as sales plunge to 9-year low
Taiwan’s real estate market hit a nine-year low in 2025, with a 25.5% drop in transactions. Credit controls and bank capacity issues led to decreased market confidence.
2026/01/28 08:00
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Taiwan index surges to record as investors eye Fed decision
Taiwan’s stock market hit a record high on Jan. 27, led by TSMC’s surge. Investors eye global financial events and U.S. market trends.
2026/01/27 16:10
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Taiwan stock market gains 0.32% on strong trading volume
Taipei stock market closed up 103.01 points at 32,064.52 on Jan. 26, with a transaction value of NT$724.614 billion. TSMC saw a decline, while MediaTek rose.
2026/01/26 16:00
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Taiwan official touts benefits of new U.S. trade agreement
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission Chairman Peng Jin-lung announced that the new U.S.-Taiwan tariff trade agreement will boost industrial competitiveness and reduce revenue uncertainty.
2026/01/26 12:00
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How Taiwan’s flagship housing promise fell apart from within
Taiwan’s government admits its 130,000 social housing target may drop to 40,000-60,000 units after internal documents revealed the pledge was impossible from the start.
2026/01/22 17:47
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TAIEX jumps 500 points as Wall Street rebound lifts markets
Taiwan’s stock market surged as TAIEX rose 1.6% amid easing U.S.-Europe tensions. Key gains in electronics and semiconductors drove the index to a historic high.
2026/01/22 16:00
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Taiwan bucks global trend with slight rise in Porsche sales
Porsche’s global deliveries fell 10% in 2025, with 279,449 vehicles sold. Despite a global downturn, Taiwan sales rose. Electrified models led in Europe.
2026/01/22 14:00
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Taiwan’s Dec. export orders hit record highs in U.S., ASEAN
Taiwan’s export orders to the U.S. hit $268.34 billion in 2025, a 38.6% rise from 2024, driven by AI and automotive components. ASEAN surpasses China as the second-largest market.
2026/01/21 11:07
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Taiwan aviation surpasses pre-pandemic passenger levels
Taiwan’s aviation industry surpasses pre-pandemic levels, with 68.8 million passengers in 2022. International flights and cargo volumes show strong recovery, signaling economic growth.
2026/01/20 15:00
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Tamsui leads Taiwan in net migration for 2025
Tamsui District in New Taipei City leads Taiwan in net migration for 2025, adding 7,996 residents. Affordable housing and infrastructure projects boost its appeal.
2026/01/19 09:26
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Taiwan’s year-end bonuses reveal stark economic disparity
Taiwan’s stock market hits record 31,408 points, but 60% of listed companies underperform. TSMC dominates while hospitality workers get one-month bonuses versus tech, travel industry’s 10 months.
2026/01/16 17:18