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Nvidia CEO to kick off and dominate Computex gathering in Taipei

The CEO of the $5 trillion chipmaker, who was born ‌in Taiwan's southern ⁠city of ⁠Tainan, announced plans last week to invest around $150 billion a year in Taiwan, describing it as the epicentre of the AI revolution.

The Economic Times

Pete Hegseth’s silence on Taiwan is exactly what Xi Jinping wants

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a quieter approach to Taiwan at a Singapore security forum. This shift in communication aims to project American strength without overt confrontation. While the long-term impact is uncertain, this move is seen as a win for China's President Xi Jinping. Taiwan and the US…

The Economic Times

New Aukus drone tech to protect critical undersea cables as Marles warns: ‘seabed is a battlefield’

Minister at Singapore defence summit also reveals Australia to buy only secondhand Aukus submarines from US

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US defence secretary Hegseth chides Europe, hails ties with China & Asia allies

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lauded Asian allies like South Korea and Japan for defence contributions. He also noted improved ties with China following President Trump's meeting with Xi Jinping. Hegseth criticised European nations for weakening their militaries.

The Economic Times

Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific security

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured Pacific allies Saturday that Washington remains committed to the region while softening past comments that described China as an imminent threat

The Independent UK

US, China deepen media row as Donald Trump revokes Xinhua journalist’s visa

America has revoked the visa of a Chinese journalist working for Xinhua. This move follows Beijing's decision to expel a New York Times reporter. The US action is a direct response to China's expulsion of Vivian Wang. This tit-for-tat measure escalates tensions. It impacts media access for both nations. The…

The Economic Times

In Southern California Chinese enclave, a mayor's arrest stokes fears of Beijing's influence

Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has pleaded guilty to being an illegal agent of the Chinese government

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US and China trade journalist expulsions in tit-for-tat moves

The Trump administration has revoked the visa of a Chinese national working for the state news agency Xinhua in the U.S. This move follows Beijing's decision to expel Vivian Wang, a New York Times correspondent, apparently over a DealBook event featuring Taiwan's leader

The Independent UK

At Computex, Nvidia and Taiwan's expanding role in AI infrastructure set to take centre stage

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, arriving in Taipei more than a week ahead of the show, more than made that point when he said on Wednesday that his company would spend as much as $150 billion a year in Taiwan, which he called the epicentre of the AI revolution.

The Economic Times

US and China trade journalist expulsions days after Trump visits Xi in Beijing

AAP

Super Micro Just Sent a Blunt Message to the AI Server Market

Super Micro shares jumped after the company worked with Taiwanese authorities to crack down on illegal AI server smuggling operations.

Barchart

America fired 1,000 Patriot missiles but replaced only 172: Is the US missile stockpile crisis leaving Ukraine, Taiwan, and America vulnerable until 2029?

The US missile stockpile crisis is now exposing a deeper global defense weakness as America fired more than 1,000 Patriot interceptors but replaced only 172 during the Iran war. Pentagon missile reserves are shrinking fast. Patriot missile shortages are now affecting Ukraine and Taiwan at the same time. Defense experts…

The Economic Times

China Building Launch Pads Close To Nuclear Missile Silos: Report

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos, according to satellite images analyzed by Reuters.

International Business Times

Shangri-La Dialogue opens with China and doubts about US priorities topping concerns

Asia's top defense summit convenes amid rising concerns over China's military might and assertiveness. Leaders will discuss America's Indo-Pacific strategy and regional stability. The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East also feature prominently. Vietnam's leader opens the conference, followed by the US Defense Secretary. China's delegation is expected…

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In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz

AMD CEO Lisa Su visited China, adopting a low-profile approach. This contrasts with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's more public engagement. Their differing strategies reflect the complex AI chip market in China. AMD offers a broader product range, while Nvidia faces significant export control challenges. Both companies are making investments in…

The Economic Times

A single jawbone from Taiwan just changed what scientists knew about Denisovans

A mysterious ancient jawbone found in Taiwan has been identified as a Denisovan man. This discovery rewrites our understanding of these early humans. Previously thought to live in cold, high-altitude areas, the Denisovans are now known to have inhabited warmer, coastal regions. This finding significantly expands their known territory across…

The Economic Times

Foxconn has immense confidence in growth momentum due to AI, chairman says

Taiwan's Foxconn sees strong growth driven by AI demand. Chairman Young Liu is optimistic about the second half of the year. Cloud providers' massive AI investments are fueling this confidence. Foxconn, a key supplier for Nvidia and Apple, reported a profit rise. The company expects its capital expenditure to grow…

The Economic Times

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos

China is constructing a massive military complex in its desert regions. Satellite images reveal a sprawling network of launch pads and bunkers. This infrastructure is designed to safeguard China's nuclear missiles. The development signals a significant upgrade in Beijing's nuclear deterrent capabilities. It underscores intensifying nuclear competition with the United…

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Equity mutual funds deliver up to 17% return in May led by international funds. Should you go global?

Equity mutual funds saw strong performance in May, with returns reaching up to 17%. International funds led the gains, driven by markets like the US, Korea, and Taiwan. While global diversification is beneficial, experts advise caution due to high valuations. Investors should consider a systematic investment plan for global exposure,…

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Is Heading to Taiwan. Get Ready for Updates on an ‘AI Semiconductor Triangle Alliance.’

Investors may be nervous about Nvidia stock now, but all eyes are shifting to Taiwan, where CEO Jensen Huang could unveil fresh updates on the AI chip alliance powering the global AI boom.

Tom’s Hardware

Supermicro says it assisted Taiwanese authorities in server smuggling bust that led to three arrests — company issues statement on working with US, Taiwan to block illicit diversion of servers to China

Supermicro says it worked directly with Taiwanese authorities on a server smuggling bust that led to the seizure of 50 servers and three arrests.

The Economic Times

Asia Pacific real estate investment rises 19% in Q1; India emerges as key logistics, data centre growth market: Savills

Industrial and logistics assets also continued to attract strong investor interest due to growing demand linked to AI-related manufacturing, semiconductor exports, data centre development and infrastructure expansion across markets including India, Japan, Taiwan and Malaysia.

The Independent UK

Conflict over Taiwan could risk US-China nuclear crisis, major study warns

Assessment by International Institute for Strategic Studies warns world is on cusp of new nuclear arms race

The Economic Times

US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds

A new report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies warns that Asia is at the center of escalating nuclear rivalries, with a U.S.-China conflict over Taiwan risking nuclear escalation. The assessment highlights a lack of "guard rails" between the two superpowers, increasing the danger of unchecked conflict and a…

The Economic Times

Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed

Taiwan has secured preferential treatment for its semiconductor exports under a January trade deal with the US, ensuring favourable terms should future Section 232 tariffs be imposed. While the US has indicated potential tariffs on chips, no concrete timeline exists, according to Taiwan's vice premier.

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