Entering an age of vertical globalization: Q&A with geopolitical futurist Abishur Prakash
The fresh US export restrictions on chips to China and Russia seem to have pushed the decoupling of the semiconductor technology a step further. DIGITIMES Asia had an exclusive interview with Abishur Prakash, co-founder and geopolitical futurist at t.....»»
Silobreaker unveils new geopolitical threat intelligence capabilities With RANE
Silobreaker announced that it will be showcasing its enhanced geopolitical threat intelligence capabilities with RANE (Risk Assistance Network + Exchange) at Infosecurity Europe 2023. The tie-up will see Silobreaker integrate global risk intelligence.....»»
Demand for STEM training skyrockets
The rapid pace of globalization, digital transformation, and AI advancements have created a renewed demand for digital and human skills among US learners, according to Coursera. “The rise of digital jobs and remote work is creating unprecedented op.....»»
Complexity is a barrier to horizontal gene transfer, shows new study
The recognition of the phenomenon known as horizontal (or lateral) gene transfer (HGT/LGT) revolutionized our understanding of evolutionary mechanisms. Unlike the conventional vertical transmission of genes from parent to offspring, HGT involves the.....»»
STMicroelectronics to make 200mm SiC devices with Sanan in China
STMicroelectronics (ST) announced it would form a joint venture with China-based counterpart Sanan Optoelectronics to secure a share in China's rapidly growing vehicle and industrial electrification market despite an ongoing geopolitical risk confron.....»»
Team develops magnetic microrobots with folate to promote targeted drug delivery to cancer cells
The limited ability of microrobots to assist drugs in entering cells hinders their therapeutic efficacy. To address this, a research team, reporting in Cyborg and Bionic Systems, has introduced the cancer-targeting molecule folic acid (FA) to microro.....»»
Taiwan is a crucial partner for traditional automakers seeking an edge against Chinese competitors
Thanks to its solid technology foundation and geopolitical dynamics, the ICT industry cluster in Taiwan has gained favor from mainstream car manufacturers in Europe, America, and Japan, giving Taiwan's ICT industry further opportunity to venture into.....»»
Audi is entering F1 in 2026—its head of technology tells us why
Expect F1-derived technology to appear on Audi's next performance plug-in hybrids. Enlarge (credit: Audi) In August of last year, we were somewhat shocked when Audi confirmed that it would enter Formula 1 in 2026. Rumors.....»»
Global foundry revenue to drop 9% in 2023, says DIGITIMES Research
With the Ukraine war, global inflation, and geopolitical tensions, consumer electronics sales plunged, which further caused a decrease in semiconductor sales. Given the weakened demand for chips, DIGITIMES Research projects a 9.2% decline in global f.....»»
Quit the geopolitical conspiracy theory on Oppo"s chip design flop
Chinese smartphone maker Oppo disbanded its chip design house Zeku in May, stimulating commentary on Zeku being the latest victim of the US-China chip war among the media in China. However, blaming geopolitical pressure for Zeku's failure does not he.....»»
Forrester predicts 2023’s top cybersecurity threats: From generative AI to geopolitical tensions
While cybersecurity teams continue to fight social engineering and ransomware attacks, they now need to defend their AI models and data too. While cybersecurity teams continue to fight social engineering and ransomware attacks, they now need to d.....»»
iPhone 16 rumored to have iPhone 12-like vertical camera arrangement
A new leak suggests iPhone 16 will get a vertical camera arrangement instead of the current diagonal cameras found in iPhone 14. It would look similar to iPhone 12.The iPhone 12 was the last model with vertical camerasApple tends to reserve the bigge.....»»
New use for AI: Correctly estimating fish stocks
For the first time, a newly published artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm is allowing researchers to quickly and accurately estimate coastal fish stocks without ever entering the water. This breakthrough could save millions of dollars in annual re.....»»
Taiwan server ODMs, related component suppliers diversifying production
Taiwanese server ODMs and associated component suppliers are diversifying production locations amid geopolitical tensions, favoring Thailand and Mexico......»»
Ohio court restrains picketing at Ford, GM supplier plant struck by UAW
The Lucas County Court of Common Pleas issued a restraining order Friday to prevent pickets from blocking entrances and stopping vehicles from entering or exiting a Clarios battery plant where UAW workers have been on strike since May 8......»»
Taiwanese PCB supply chain expands capacity across Asia, with Indian focus
PCB production used to be heavily concentrated in Kunshan, China and Taiwan. However, recent changes in the global economy and politics, as well as growing geopolitical conflicts, have led both upstream material suppliers and downstream rigid and fle.....»»
Who should be cast in Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda movie?
The intense critical and audience support for and the overwhelming box-office have led fans to believe we are entering the golden age of video game adaptations. The industry is now turning its head to other highly profitable IPs it can turn into cine.....»»
TSMC"s Europe plan gives it a new global dimension: Tim Culpan
It looks increasingly likely that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. will proceed with a factory in Europe — after entering the US — as a way to meet both industry demand and political pressure. Adding a third continent would make the.....»»
Apple Learning Coach program expanding to 12 more countries; US applications re-open
Apple is entering its second year of offering its Learning Coach program. Apple Learning Coach is a free training opportunity for educators who want to discover the best ways to leverage Apple’s technology in the classroom. more… The post Apple.....»»
AP Memory to expand AI memory biz
AP Memory Technology, which specializes in customized IoT RAM and other DRAM memory, will extend its AI memory business by entering the HPC area, according to company president Wen Chen......»»
How CEO political leanings affect their international deals
Conservative CEOs are four times more likely than their liberal counterparts to acquire international firms rather than forge new alliances when entering foreign markets, according to new research. The same study finds that these political biases can.....»»