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TAITRA Leads 81 Companies to Arizona to Deepen AI Footprint
James C.F. Huang, Chairman of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), led a Taiwan business delegation to the inaugural "Arizona Artificial Intelligence and Semiconductor Global Forum" on April 30 hosted by The Arizona Commerce Authority. The delegation drew more than 100 executives from 81 companies across semiconductors, AI solutions, electronics and ICT, and critical components, making it the largest international delegation at the forum and underscoring Taiwan’s pivotal role in the global tech supply chain.
2026/05/04 05:46
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AI demand triggers global memory shortage, report warns
AI demand reshapes Taiwan’s memory market, driving up costs and creating a digital divide. Local tech prices soar as manufacturers prioritize AI over consumer needs.
2026/04/21 11:09
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From Copper to Light: TSMC’s COUPE Powers AI’s Next Era
For decades, copper wiring has carried data inside the world’s data centers. That era is now drawing to a close. As artificial intelligence pushes computing infrastructure to unprecedented scale, the physical limits of copper, most notably its bandwidth ceiling, heat, and power consumption, are forcing the industry to make a fundamental switch from electrons to photons and from electrical signals to light.
2026/04/15 12:16
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Delta Electronics Posts Record Q1 as AI Power Demand Surges
Delta Electronics started out decades ago making power supplies for televisions. Today it is a US$100 billion company and the single most important supplier of power and cooling systems for the world’s AI data centers. As artificial intelligence drives the biggest infrastructure buildout in a generation, Delta sits at the center of it all.
2026/04/13 16:33
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Taiwan Exports Top $80 Billion as AI Reshapes Trade Flows
Taiwan’s monthly exports surpassed US$80 billion for the first time in March 2026, underscoring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the island’s trade profile and its deepening centrality to the global computing supply chain.
2026/04/13 15:35
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TIER reports synchronized downturn in February indicators
Taiwan’s economic indices fell in February due to the Lunar New Year, not the Middle Eastern conflict. High oil prices may impact the consumer price index.
2026/03/25 17:11
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Taiwan hosts global expo on AI and sustainable cities
The 2026 Smart City Summit & Expo in Taipei showcases AI and sustainable urban innovation. With over 2,250 booths and 70 forums, it connects global leaders and startups.
2026/03/17 18:18
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Taiwan President Lai Ching-te meets Japan’s Keiji Furuya
President Lai Ching-te met with Keiji Furuya to discuss Taiwan-Japan cooperation in AI, cybersecurity, and energy. They emphasized regional security and cultural exchanges.
2026/03/16 16:56
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Reservoir levels drop as Central Taiwan enters dry season
Taiwan’s reservoirs, including Deji and Liyutan, hold 170 million cubic meters of water amid the dry season. Authorities assure water supply remains stable and urge conservation.
2026/03/12 13:00
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Nvidia’s Record Q4 Fuels Taiwan’s High-Tech Boom
Nvidia’s fiscal fourth-quarter results, reported on February 25, did more than silence doubters of the AI spending boom. They reaffirmed Taiwan’s position as the indispensable backbone of the global artificial intelligence supply chain. With record revenue of US$68.1 billion, up 73% year over year, and a fiscal first-quarter 2027 outlook of US$78 billion that sailed past Wall Street expectations, Nvidia delivered the kind of numbers that ripple outward through the island’s dense ecosystem of chip foundries, server manufacturers, and component makers. Nvidia’s data center segment produced US$62.3 billion in quarterly revenue, accounting for roughly 91% of total sales and growing 75% year over year. Gross margins held near 75%, underscoring that the company is scaling without sacrificing profitability. CEO Jensen Huang framed the moment as an "agentic AI inflection point," pointing to enterprise adoption of AI agents and multi-quarter infrastructure buildouts by cloud providers and hyperscalers.
2026/02/26 11:47
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CoWoS Explained: The Hidden Tech Inside Every AI Chip
The artificial intelligence revolution runs on silicon, but not just any silicon. The processors driving today’s most advanced AI systems demand a level of integration and performance that pushes semiconductor engineering to its limits. At the center of this challenge sits CoWoS (Chip-on-Wafer-on-Substrate), an advanced packaging technology developed by TSMC that has quietly become the essential foundation of AI infrastructure worldwide.
2026/02/09 17:22
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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 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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Hsiao tells schools to gear up students for uncertain future
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim urges universities to meet young people’s needs in a changing world, emphasizing cross-disciplinary collaboration and global opportunities at NTU.
2026/01/28 08:00
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Taiwan college exam tests students on global, local issues
Students in Taipei tackled a tough social sciences exam on Jan. 19, blending local and global issues. The test emphasized data analysis and interdisciplinary skills.
2026/01/19 22:00
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Taiwan forecasts 4.14% growth in 2026, driven by AI boom
The Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research forecasts a 4.14% growth rate for Taiwan in 2026, driven by AI demand. Taiwan-U.S. tariff talks boost optimism.
2026/01/19 04:14
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Overtime hours rise for Taiwan’s migrant workers due to AI boom
The Ministry of Labor’s survey reveals increased overtime for migrant workers in Taiwan due to AI growth. Salaries rise, but language barriers remain a challenge.
2026/01/12 17:41
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Opposition heavyweights lobby for fertility law changes
Ko Wen-je met with Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu to discuss amendments to the Artificial Reproduction Act. The visit supports legislator Chen Chao-tzu’s efforts.
2026/01/09 14:53
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Taiwan debates surrogacy amid reproductive law review
Lawmakers in Taipei debate Taiwan’s artificial reproduction laws, focusing on surrogacy. The Ministry of Health and Welfare seeks to expand rights for single women and same-sex couples.
2026/01/08 17:00
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AI and IoT to combat illegal dumping in Taiwan
Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment launches a tech-driven plan to combat illegal waste disposal. The initiative uses AI and IoT for real-time monitoring and alerts.
2026/01/08 14:48
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Taiwan considers reproductive access for unmarried women
Taiwan legislators discuss amendments to the Ministry of Health and Welfare Act, focusing on artificial reproduction rights for unmarried women and same-sex couples
2026/01/07 12:00
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Taiwan passes first AI Basic Law to regulate technology
Taiwan’s legislature passed the AI Basic Law, led by KMT lawmaker Ko Ju-chun, to regulate AI technology. The law mandates clear labeling for high-risk AI and establishes a National AI Strategy Special Committee.
2025/12/24 11:14
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Cathay poll reveals 46% anticipate salary increases in 2026
Cathay Financial’s December survey reveals mixed expectations for 2026 bonuses and salaries. While 57% foresee bonuses of one to three months, 48% expect unchanged salaries. Economic optimism declines, yet home-buying interest rises slightly.
2025/12/22 10:00
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Taiwan’s 2025 growth hits 15-year high at 7.31%
Taiwan’s central bank revises 2025 growth forecast to 7.31%, driven by AI demand. Risks include the maturity of AI applications and supply chain issues. Global factors and geopolitical tensions add uncertainty.
2025/12/19 12:13
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Taiwan opens reproductive tech to unmarried women, couples
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan passed a draft amendment to the Assisted Reproduction Act, expanding access to reproductive technologies for unmarried women and same-sex female couples.
2025/12/11 15:00