Smartphones: No Recovery In Sight, Says Morgan Stanley

Taiwan Semi may see some boost from fabb’ing parts for crypto currency mining, which may offset poor trends assembling Apple’s A-series processors for the iPhone. MediaTek has guided its 1Q'18 smartphone chipset shipments to decline 20-30% Q/Q ... ( read original story ...)

Taipei, New Taipei unveil monthly pass for MRT and city buses

Taipei, March 12 (CNA) The mayors of Taipei and New Taipei cities on Monday unveiled a monthly pass that will give commuters unlimited use of greater Taipei's public transportation network, including the Mass Rapid Transit system and city buses. The "All ... ( read original story ...)

Cathay Financial raises Taiwan’s 2018 GDP growth forecast

Taipei, March 12 (CNA) Cathay Financial Holding Co., one of the largest financial holding firms in Taiwan, said Monday that it has raised its forecast for Taiwan's gross domestic product (GDP) growth for 2018, citing strong global demand. Joining the ... ( read original story ...)

10 Things To Do In Taipei So the Air Ticket Won’t be Wasted

Experience Taiwan at its finest and make the most of your vacation in this interesting country. Definitely, a rising travel destination these days, this Asian country will bring you an exciting escape. Head to its capital, Taipei, and do plenty of fun ... ( read original story ...)

China courts technology and Taiwan with Foxconn IPO

China is rolling out the welcome mat for technology companies — and Taiwan. Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics assembler and key Apple supplier, is set to list a $50 billion-plus subsidiary in Shanghai. The speedy approval shows Beijing is ... ( read original story ...)

HTC eyes 3rd largest smartphone vendor title in Taiwan

Taipei, March 10 (CNA) Taiwan-based smartphone brand HTC Corp. has set itself a goal of becoming the third largest vendor in the local market in the first half of this year. Darren Chen (陳柏諭), head of HTC Taiwan, said the company will launch models ... ( read original story ...)

Property market contracts for 3rd straight month: poll

Taipei, March 10 (CNA) Taiwan's property market flashed a "blue light" -- signaling contraction -- for the third consecutive month in February, reflecting a traditionally slow season, according to a survey conducted by the real estate magazine My Housing. ( read original story ...)

City Guide: Taipei, Taiwan

Nestled in a river valley, Taipei’s beauty lies in its fusion of Chinese culture ... a host of local Taiwanese design talent have brought their influence to bear on the property – check out emerging graffiti artist ANO’s outdoor mural and works ... ( read original story ...)