Qualcomm’s Autotalks Deal Under China’s Microscope 🚀🔍
China’s SAMR says its probe into Qualcomm’s unapproved Autotalks deal is routine. Learn why this antitrust check matters for the global chip and green tech supply chain.
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High-Tech Manufacturing Fuels Chinese Mainland’s Comeback
High-tech manufacturing in the Chinese mainland is powering a rapid economic recovery, from semiconductors to 5G devices.
China Applauds South Africa’s Taiwan Institute Move, Dismisses Chip Politics
China praised South Africa’s decision to relocate a Taiwan institution and criticized Taiwan authorities’ chip export move, saying weaponizing semiconductors will fail.
China Pushes Back on U.S. VEU List Removal of Semiconductor Firms
China opposes U.S. removal of Intel, Samsung and SK Hynix from the VEU list, warning of risks to global chip supply chains.
Trump Secures 10% Intel Stake in $10B US Chip Deal
Trump announced Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan agreed to give US government a 10% stake (~$10B) to boost US chipmaking, marking a historic gov intervention.
U.S. Government Looks to Take 10% Stake in Intel via Chips Act Equity
The U.S. government is exploring converting Chips Act grants into equity to take a 10% stake in Intel, potentially reshaping the chip giant’s future.
Appliance Subsidies Fuel Tech Sales Boom in Chinese Mainland
Appliance subsidies in the Chinese mainland are driving record-breaking electronics sales and boosting its role in semiconductor consumption and display manufacturing.
Trump’s 100% Chip Tariff Leaves Tech Firms Scrambling
Trump’s surprise 100% chip tariff plan has big semicon players cheering but leaves smaller firms in limbo. Find out how Asia’s startups are coping.
Trump to slap 100% tariff on imported semiconductor chips
President Trump announced a 100% tariff on imported semiconductor chips to boost US chip production and reshape global tech supply chains.
Golden Semiconductor Breakthrough Paves Way for Next-Gen Chips
Researchers from the Chinese mainland unveil a new method to mass-produce high-quality golden semiconductor indium selenide, opening doors for next-gen chips.