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[News] Taiwan Lists 22 Critical Technologies to Face Strict Controls, Included 14nm Processes and Beyond

In an announcement on December 5th, Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council(NSTC) has designated 22 technologies, such as IC manufacturing and heterogeneous integration packaging, as national core key technologies. This inaugural list prioritizes technologies with leading advantages and immediate protection …

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[News] TSMC Reportedly Possibly Reconsiders German Investment Amid Subsidy Uncertainty

Germany is currently caught in a budget dispute that led to the rejection of a planned multi-billion-euro official subsidy for semiconductor companies. Sources suggest that if the German government reduces the initially committed subsidy, TSMC might need to reopen discussions …

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[News] Sino-US Memory Joint Venture, Longsys and Kingston Unite for High-End Embedded Solutions

On November 27, Kingston, the global leader in memory modules, and Longsys, acclaimed as key memory module maker in China, jointly announced the establishment of a new joint venture company in China. This strategic move aligns with the resurgence in …

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[Insights] In-Depth Analysis of TSMC, PSMC, and UMC’s Latest Overseas Expansion Strategies

Against the backdrop of geopolitical influences, the concentration of advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes in Taiwan has raised concerns among international companies. According to TrendForce data, as of the end of 2024, over 70% of global advanced process manufacturing capacity is …

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[News] CT Scans Unveil Authentic AirPods’ Structural Superiority and Quality

According to TechNews’ report, ever since the introduction of Apple’s AirPods, there’s been a surge in demand for true wireless earphones, resulting in a proliferation of knockoffs attempting to mimic the success of AirPods. While these counterfeits may resemble AirPods …

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