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The United States' first 12-inch silicon wafer fab will be completed in #Texas by the end of the year, and #technology will be "inverted output" from Asia. Doris Hsu, chairman of GlobalWafer, admitted that they originally planned to expand a third factory in South Korea, but suddenly their strategy changed. What opportunities did they see? Find the article in the comments

Where can you experience pilotless aircraft, autonomous cars, and service robots all in one place? Surprisingly, it's not the #US or #Germany, but #China. Today, we sit down with 林以璿 to dive into China's remarkable technological strides, even amid international sanctions and mounting global pressures. What does this mean for the rest of the world, and what challenges lie ahead for China's ambitious #tech future? Listen to the Podcast in the comments

In this Q&A, former U.S. Under Secretary of State Keith Krach discusses his role in shaping a global alliance for trusted technology. He highlights the U.S.-#Taiwan partnership in countering authoritarian regimes through #tech #diplomacy, the Clean Network, and a shared commitment to transparency, security, and democratic values in the tech sector. To read the article, please find the link in comments.

The new AIT director reiterated U.S. commitment in the stability of the #Taiwan Straits and emphasized the pivotal role of Taiwan's #semiconductor industry in the world. However, he belives Taiwan cannot meet the surging #AI demand for chips alone, and it needs to forge stronger alliance with the #Philippines. To read the article, please find the link in comments.

🍟 🍔Do you wonder about the transformation of Taiwanese breakfast culture? Why did Western-style breakfast shops like Good Morning rise? In this article, we delved into the historical influences, such as McDonald's entry into #Taiwan, American wheat exports, and the evolving lifestyle in Taipei to find why it got favored over traditional rice-based breakfasts. Find the article in the comments

At the TSMC Sports Day event on October 26, TSMC founder Morris Chang reiterated, “#Semiconductors, especially in the most advanced semiconductors, globalization is dead, #globalization is dead, world free trade is also dead.” Chang said that in such an environment, TSMC's goal is to continue to grow despite the geopolitical challenges. He said: “I believe we can accept this challenge, we will succeed, we have the best team!” He deeply believes the good old days of globalization have past. In a dialogue with Chris Miller in 2023, the author of Chip War, Chang predicted that the death of globalization will drive the cost up, but the pervasiveness of chips will either stop or slow down considerably. “So we're in a different game,” Chang said.    To read more about what Chang said regarding TSMC is in a new game, please find the link below in comments.

🏳️🌈2024 Taiwan Pride Special Story🏳️🌈 It took 33 years from the time Chi Chia-wei came out as #gay in 1986 to when he could legally get married. How did those many years of struggle finally result in #Taiwan becoming the first country in #Asia to pass a same-sex marriage law? Find the link in the comments

🏳️🌈Today, Taiwan is hosting its 22nd LGBTQ+ Pride parade with the theme "Embrace the Inclusion." In 2019, Taiwan made history by becoming the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage, a milestone that reflects its commitment to democracy and progressive values. This landmark decision empowered the #LGBTQ+ community and positioned Taiwan as a leader in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, offering hope to advocates throughout Asia. Check the link in the comments to learn the history!

Is China truly committed to reviving its economy? A month after launching a large-scale stimulus package, the effects have fallen short of expectations. What’s going on? Can Beijing solve the property market crisis that continues to plague its economy? #China To read the article, please find the link in comments.

Kianna Chiu once saw herself as standing on the brink of a new life, stepping into an identity she had long sought. But behind the smiles and rainbows of Taipei's pride parades, shadows loomed. What price does one pay for authenticity? #Taiwan #LGBTQ Find the article in the comments