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At CES 2026 in the US, NXP showcased a comprehensive display area at the LVCC central plaza, highlighting its latest automotive computing processors, including the recently launched S32N7 and multiple module solutions. These modules are supplied largely by Taiwanese electronics giants such as Pegatron, Quanta, and Delta, underscoring Taiwan's growing influence in the automotive electronics market....

At CES 2026, TCL showcased new TVs but removed the "NXT FRAME" trademark following a German court ruling in February 2025 that favored Samsung Electronics' "The Frame" over trademark infringement....

As artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, and unmanned vehicles accelerate from concept to reality, connectivity technology is moving from a supporting role to the core of complex systems. At CES 2026, BizLink made that shift tangible, unveiling its latest strategy in AI-driven autonomous vehicles, drones, and vehicle electrification through live, real-world application scenarios for the first time....

At CES 2026, Qualcomm Technologies highlighted new collaborations and growing adoption of its Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions, aiming to advance software-defined vehicles (SDVs) and agentic AI-driven in-cabin experiences. The company outlined updates across infotainment, digital cockpit, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and end-to-end automated driving platforms....

Startups at CES 2026 are broadening the scope of wearable technology, shifting focus beyond fitness and health tracking toward workplace productivity and personal media applications, as early-stage companies look to stand out in a crowded hardware market....

Largan Precision, a leading optical lens manufacturer, held its earnings call on January 8 to announce its fourth-quarter 2025 and full-year 2025 financial results. Benefiting from new product pull-ins by customers, the company posted consolidated full-year 2025 revenue of NT$61.15 billion (US$1.94 billion), up 3% year over year and surpassing the previous record of NT$60.75 billion set in 2019. However, gross margin in the fourth quarter of 2025 unexpectedly fell below 50%, slipping to 47.8%....

Humanoid robots demonstrated more advanced intelligence and dominated CES 2026. However, they have yet to enter large-scale commercialization and widespread adoption. In contrast, various functional robots are already thriving, including increasingly sophisticated robot vacuum cleaners, pool-cleaning robots, and lawn-mowing robots. Innovation did not disappoint at CES this year, with many competing in the smart home space....

Nvidia's next-generation AI superchip, Vera Rubin, has become the center of industry debate following comments by CEO Jensen Huang at CES 2026, where he said the product had entered the production phase. The statement has drawn scrutiny from the semiconductor supply chain, particularly memory makers, as questions emerge over the readiness of sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM4) for commercial deployment....

At CES 2026, leading South Korean corporations such as LG Electronics, Hyundai Motor Group, and Samsung Electronics drew attention by focusing on robot actuators—critical components that function as joints in humanoid robots. Industry experts highlight actuators as a key growth market, as a single humanoid robot requires over 100 actuators to ensure performance and manage costs. This focus aligns with the growing interest in physical artificial intelligence applications across sectors....

AMEC disclosed on January 8, 2026, that its founder and chairman, Gerald Yin, plans to reduce his personal shareholding over the next three months to meet tax obligations following his restoration of Chinese citizenship. The filing shows that Yin plans to sell up to 290,000 shares via centralized bidding starting 15 trading days after the announcement, with the sale window running from January 30 to April 29, 2026. The transaction represents 0.046% of AMEC's total outstanding shares....

Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) has designated the silicon photonics (SiPh) co-packaged optics (CPO)-AI ecosystem as a core focus for the next decade, aiming to advance key AI computing infrastructure and technologies. This move aligns with the government's new AI-driven initiatives under the "New Ten Major AI Construction Projects," which include unmanned vehicles, smart robots, SiPh, and quantum technology development. The NSTC's decision comes amid a stalled 2026 budget proposal totaling NT$299.2 billion (US$9.5 billion), which includes funding for these critical tech sectors. If the 2026 plan is interrupted, continuation will depend on securing support beyond 2027 to maintain momentum in this strategic area....

At a media briefing on January 6, Nvidia's chief executive, Jensen Huang, offered further details on the safety design and real-world operating conditions of the company's newly unveiled autonomous-driving platform, Nvidia Alpamayo, as questions mount over how quickly such systems can move from demonstration to daily use....

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has updated its Covered List to exempt certain uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and critical drone components from import and authorization restrictions, but the revised exemptions do not include products from Chinese drone maker DJI, reinforcing regulatory pressure on the company's US business....

China has stepped up export controls affecting military and civilian sectors, with potential restrictions on rare earth products to Japan causing significant unease. Japanese industries, particularly automotive and electronics, are evaluating the possible consequences amid uncertainties about the scope of the new Chinese measures....

China's domestic lithography sector is entering another phase of internal restructuring, with AMIES Technology consolidating industrial assets originally spun out from Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment (Group) Co., Ltd. (SMEE). Corporate filings and Shanghai Securities News show that AMIES has acquired 100% of Shanghai Weiyao Industrial Co. for CNY228.5 million (US$32.5 million), replacing SMEE as the sole shareholder. The transaction completes SMEE's exit from Weiyao while keeping the asset within the SMEE-origin corporate structure....

Shanghai Iluvatar CoreX Semiconductor, a Chinese general-purpose GPU developer, listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's Main Board on January 8, 2025. Shares were priced at HKD144.6 (US$18.5), raising about HKD3.7 billion (US$474 million). The stock jumped 31.5% at the open to HKD190.2, lifting its debut valuation above HKD47.5 billion, signalling investor demand for China's domestic compute hardware....

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently stated that electricity is the ultimate currency in the AI race, aligning with supply chain insights showcased at CES 2026 around autonomous vehicles, robotics, and various AI applications....

On the opening day of CES 2026, Lenovo followed Nvidia and AMD by bringing its annual flagship event, Lenovo Tech World, to CES for the first time. Held at the iconic Sphere venue in Las Vegas, the event marked the largest Lenovo Tech World to date....

China said on January 6, 2026, that it would tighten export controls on so-called "dual-use" goods bound for Japan, a move that state media suggested could extend to rare earth materials, intensifying concerns about supply disruptions across Asia's industrial supply chains....

Optical lens maker Largan Precision held an earnings briefing on January 8, 2026, during which chairman Adam Lin expressed a wary smartphone industry outlook. Surging memory prices are squeezing smartphone bills of materials (BOM), making customers more hesitant to pursue lens specification upgrades. Visibility for the full year of 2026 remains unclear, with only the first quarter confirmed to be affected by the traditional off-season, during which capacity utilization will be lower than in previous years....