One of Taiwan’s most infamous bank robbers was Wang Yuan (王淵), nicknamed the “Raincoat Robber.” Wang committed three heists between 2005 and 2012, stealing more than NT$40 million (US$1.21 million), ...
Silicon Island: Assessing Taiwan’s Importance to U.S. Economic Growth and Security
This brief from the CSIS Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business analyzes Taiwan’s role in U.S. economic security and provides a policy roadmap to approach geopolitical and ...
Taiwan suspects Chinese vessel in undersea cable disruption
The damage to an undersea internet cable has heightened Taiwan's concerns about potential "gray area" operations by China. The Taiwanese Coast Guard suspects a Chinese vessel may have been involved in this incident.
CGA receives new corvette
Chunghwa Telecom near Yehliu (野柳) in New Taipei City was damaged, likely by a ship owned by a Hong Kong entity and manned by a Chinese crew. Though seemingly another gray zone act, there was no direct ...
Ko appeals latest detention decision to High Court
Lawyers representing former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲), currently detained on charges of bribery and corruption involving the Core Pacific City (京華城購物中心) redevelopment project, yesterday filed an ...
Taiwan Semiconductor Tops Analyst Estimates, Posts Record 2024 Revenue Fueled By AI: Retail’s Bullish
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSM) posted record revenue in the financial year 2024, riding the artificial intelligence (AI) wave and topping analyst expectations. TSM’s December quarter ...
Taiwan investigates suspicious cable damage amid China tensions
The damage to an undersea internet cable has raised Taiwan's concerns about possible "gray area" operations by China. The Taiwanese Coast Guard suspects a Chinese ship may have been involved. Taiwanese telecommunications company Chunghwa Telecom reported damage to an international undersea internet cable,
Taiwan Minister Says Trump’s Impact Limited By His Single Term
Taiwan’s economic minister said the impact of Donald Trump and his policies will be limited because he can only serve a single term, rare frank comments that show how governments around the world are ...
Taiwan’s MSI selects Syrma SGS to manufacture ‘Make in India’ laptops for Indian consumers
Syrma SGS partners with MSI to manufacture premium laptops in India, delivering high-quality products to Indian consumers.
Taiwan’s Lock-Kneed Soldiers Kick Up a Fuss Over Tabooed Tradition
Goose-stepping has a bad rap in the West, thanks to Nazi Germany. In Taiwan, it’s a beloved tradition that army veterans are fighting to keep.
Taiwan FM hails importance of US relationship, says group visits ‘contribute to peace and stability’
Days away from President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, a delegation headed by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute met with Taiwan's president and other senior officials in ...
Taiwan bolsters defences amid concerns over undersea cable damage
The damage to an undersea internet cable has heightened Taiwan's concerns about possible "grey area" operations by China. The Taiwanese Coast Guard suspects that a Chinese vessel may have been involved in the incident.
TSMC Q4 revenue jumps 34% to $26B, beating estimates on strong AI demand
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, reported robust fourth-quarter revenue growth for 2024, reflecting the accelerating impact of artificial ...
Education startup Day1 Company hopes to raise $25 million in IPO
Day1 Company hopes to raise 36.3 billion won ($24.7 million) in its initial public offering (IPO), seeking to cash in on the current frenzy for AI-related skills at workplaces around the world.
Taiwan expects small impact from Trump tariffs on chip exports
Taiwan only expects a small impact from any tariffs imposed by the incoming government of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on semiconductor exports given their technological superiority, Economy ...
Taiwan announces arrival of new missile defence systems from the US by year end
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) has announced that out of the three new weapons procurement contracts signed with the US in 2024, one of them will be delivered by the end of 2025, Taipei ...