TSMC seeing orders fill sub-40nm capacity

March 2, 2012 | TECHNOLOGY

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has enjoyed strong demand for sub-40nm node technologies tightening capacity for the advanced processes, according to industry sources. The foundry has also seen rising orders for some of its mature processes used to produce mainly analog and LCD driver ICs. (read the story…) Related items TSMC posts growth in...

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EM ASIA FX-Won lifts Asia FX on carry trades, intervention eyed

March 2, 2012 | NEWS

* Model funds lift won to 7-mth high vs yen * Taiwan dlr supported by portfolio inflows, importers cap * Philippine peso up on offshore funds, 42.60/dlr capped * StanChart says Thai insurance inflows half … (read the story…) Related items EM ASIA FX-Greece hopes lift Asia FX, but intervention caps EM ASIA FX-Won,...

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Taiwan market: Samsung unveils 2 ultrabooks

March 2, 2012 | TELECOM

Samsung Electronics on March 1 unveiled two Series 5 ultrabooks equipped with Intel Core i5 processors for launch in the Taiwan market at recommended retail prices of NT$30,900 (US$1,047) for a 13.3-inch model and NT$32,900 for a 14-inch model, according to Samsung Electronics Taiwan. (read on…) Related items Taiwan market: HTC recaptures top handset...

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Apple to unveil cheap iPad2 along with two iPad 3 models?

March 2, 2012 | NEWS

A cheaper iPad 2 and two iPad 3 models migth be revealed in Apple Inc.'s much-awaited iPad-related event next week, a Taiwan-based tech news site reported. (read the story…) Related items iPad mini to debut during second half of 2012? ASUS bringing Zenbook Prime UX21A, UX32A and UX32VD to the US, prices tentatively start...

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Taiwan Stock Market May Reverse Thursday's Losses

March 2, 2012 | NEWS

Taiwan Stock Market May Reverse Thursday's Losses (read the story…) Related items Additional Upside Called For Taiwan Stock Market Taiwan Stock Market May End Losing Streak Taiwan Stock Market May Surrender 8,000-Point Support Taiwan Stock Market Unlikely To Hold Support At 8,000 Taiwan stocks – Factors to watch – May 5

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Apple Urges China Court for ‘Fair and Just’ Ruling in IPad Case

March 2, 2012 | NEWS

Apple Inc. urged a court in southern China to deliver a “fair and just” ruling in its dispute with the local unit of Proview International Holdings Ltd. over ownership of the iPad trademark in the country. (read the story…) Related items Taiwan Shines at International Toy Fair Nurnberg 2012! Taiwan's UMC says to invest...

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CNinsure Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2011 Unaudited Financial Results

March 2, 2012 | FINANCE

GUANGZHOU, China — CNinsure Inc., , (the "Company" or "CNinsure"), a leading independent insurance intermediary company operating in China, today announced its unaudited financial … (continue…) Related items CNinsure to Announce First Quarter 2012 Financial Results and Host Conference Call on May 22, 2012 GigaMedia to Report Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2011 Financial Results on...

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Taiwan market: G.SOL launches PND+driving recorder

March 2, 2012 | TELECOM

G.SOL Technology, a Taiwan-based developer of GPS navigation solutions, has unveiled Trywin DTN-3DX, a GPS PND with a built-in driving recorder developed by Japan-based Trywin, for launch in the Taiwan market at a recommended retail price of NT$6,990 (US$237), according to the company. (read on…) Related items Taiwan market: Acer to launch Mango smartphone...

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MegaFon S.A. – Final Results

March 2, 2012 | TELECOM

MegaFon Announces Audited Financial Results for the Year 2011 March 1 st , 2012, MOSCOW, Russia – Open Joint Stock Company "MegaFon", a Russian universal telecommunications operator, announces … (read on…) Related items Webwire: KT lags behind rivals in LTE competition GigaMedia to Report Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2011 Financial Results on March 22 CNinsure...

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UPDATE 2-Asahi seen as frontrunner to buy StarBev -sources

March 2, 2012 | NEWS

* Japan brewer tipped to buy east European beermaker StarBev * Sale of CVC's StarBev could come within two weeks * StarBev sale could raise about $3 bln for CVC Capital (Adds analyst comment, more details … (read the story…) Related items UPDATE 2-Misys agrees $2 bln takeover by Vista UPDATE 2-ValueAct withdrawal clears...

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The Taiwan Fund, Inc. Announces the Results of the Annual Stockholders Meeting, Adoption of a Discount Management …

March 2, 2012 | NEWS

NEW YORK, March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –Results of the Annual Stockholders MeetingThe Taiwan Fund, Inc. (NYSE: TWN – News) announces today that at the Annual Stockholders Meeting held on February 23, 2012, the … (read the story…) Related items The Taiwan Fund, Inc. Indicates Dividend Amount The Taiwan Fund, Inc. Declares Dividend The Taiwan...

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March shipments of 4G mobile phones to reach over 1 million

March 1, 2012 | TECHNOLOGY

Mobile phone makers Samsung and HTC both target 4G phone shipments in March to exceed one million units. Shipments in second-quarter 2012 are likely to reach 5-10 million units. Suppliers such as Qualcomm, Broadcom, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), ASE and Silicon Precision Industries (SPIL) are expected to benefit from the large orders. (read...

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TAITRA: Taiwan to Showcase Latest Innovative and Stylish Products at CeBIT 2012

March 1, 2012 | TECHNOLOGY

Leading Information and Communications Technology Brands will display 66 new products at the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion. (read the story…) Related items China government refutes rumors of banning Google from mobile devices MSI outs new GT60 / GT70 gaming laptops, we go hands-on (video) Asustek plans no booth at CeBIT 2012 Feb 23, 13:59 Asustek...

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New Issue-Virgin Media Finance sells $500 mln in notes

March 1, 2012 | FINANCE

Feb 28 (Reuters) – Virgin Media Finance Plc on Tuesdaysold $500 million of senior unsecured notes, said IFR, a ThomsonReuters service. The deal was increased from the originally planned $400million. Bank … (continue…) Related items New Issue-The World Bank sells $300 mln in global notes Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai Said Looking To Sell Next...

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Undersea robot developed by Taiwan researchers

March 1, 2012 | NEWS

Taiwanese researchers have developed an undersea robot that can resist strong underwater currents and operate in turbid waters. (read the story…) Related items Recall news Tens of thousands gather to protest ahead of Taiwan president's inauguration Taiwan's president set to start 2nd term under China's shadow, but with improved economic ties China shadow looming,...

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TAITRA: Taiwan ICT Industry Backgrounder

March 1, 2012 | NEWS

Taiwan's tech firms are stepping up their innovation and launching their own brands to ride the global ICT boom. (read the story…) Related items Recall news Tens of thousands gather to protest ahead of Taiwan president's inauguration Taiwan's president set to start 2nd term under China's shadow, but with improved economic ties China shadow...

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Infonetics Research: Cable Broadband Market Sees Massive Growth in CMTS Ports; Cisco Nears All-Time Market Share High

March 1, 2012 | TELECOM

Market research firm Infonetics Research today released excerpts from its fourth quarter CMTS and Edge QAM Hardware and Subscribers market share and forecast report, which t (read on…) Related items Infonetics: Operators Using Residential Gateways to Boost Broadband Revenue via Home Automation, Video Infonetics Research: Record Year for Broadband Aggregation, Record Quarter for PON...

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Infonetics Research: Record Year for Broadband Aggregation, Record Quarter for PON Equipment

March 1, 2012 | TELECOM

Market research firm Infonetics Research today released excerpts from its fourth quarter PON, FTTH, and DSL Aggregation Equipment and Subscribers market share and forecast r (read on…) Related items Infonetics: Operators Using Residential Gateways to Boost Broadband Revenue via Home Automation, Video Webwire: KT lags behind rivals in LTE competition MegaFon S.A. – Final...

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Goldman Exec Focus of Insider Probe’s Taiwan Arm

March 1, 2012 | FINANCE

A U.S. investigation of possible insider-trading by Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) employees expanded to include a managing director whose name first emerged at the trial of convicted hedge fund manager Raj Rajaratnam , a person with knowledge of the probe said. (continue…) Related items Goldman Sachs Analyst Inquiry Said to Show U.S. Focus...

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Seaspan Reports Financial Results for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2011

March 1, 2012 | FINANCE

HONG KONG, CHINA– – Seaspan Corporation announced today its financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2011. Below is a summary of Seaspan's key financial results:Summary of Key Financial … (continue…) Related items GigaMedia Announces First-Quarter 2012 Financial Results ChipMOS REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2012 RESULTS South American Silver Files First Quarter...

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Google VP Dishes On Android Tablet and App Strategy

March 1, 2012 | TECHNOLOGY

Google's Vice President of Android Engineering explains the company's tablet app and Nexus device plans for 2012. (read the story…) Related items Google is working on a Nexus tablet Is Google Finally Coming Out With a Nexus Tablet? Google planning its own Nexus tablet Google planning Nexus-style tablet Apple Snags More Tablet Share as...

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MSI-ECS holds seminar in Davao

March 1, 2012 | TECHNOLOGY

In its attempt to enable companies maximize its IT investments and appreciate technologies behind Dell offerings, MSI-ECS and DC Tech, a Davao-based MSI-ECS’ partner, together with Dell Philippines recently conducted an enablement seminar featuring the latest products, solutions and services from Dell last February 17 at The Pinnacle Hotel and Suites, Davao City. Attended...

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Taiwan gov't wants ailing memory chip industry to seek merger with Micron, restructured Elpida

February 29, 2012 | OPPORTUNITY

By The Associated Press TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan's government said Wednesday it would continue to push for the consolidation of the island's memory chip makers with Elpida Memory Inc., two days after the … (read more here…) Related items Spies target Taiwan’s U.S.-made defenses Taiwan exports fell 6 in April as foreign demand wanes...

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Taiwan Pavilion at CeBIT 2012 — Expand Your Business with Taiwan Products!

February 29, 2012 | OPPORTUNITY

The Taiwan External Trade Development Council , the foremost non-profit trade and investment promotion organization in Taiwan, is leading a business delegation to participa (read more here…) Related items Expand Your Business with Taiwan Products Taiwan Pavilion at Bike Expo 2011! Expand Your Business with Taiwan Products TAITRA: 2012 EXPO Republica de China (TAIWAN)–Expand...

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