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Taiwan says Chinese vessel activity jumps, raising fears for Pacific supply routes

Taiwan reported a significant increase in Chinese coast guard vessel activity around the island in June. This surge prompted Taipei to plan drills simulating potential Chinese escalations near its Pacific coast. Officials noted that some Chinese vessels are former naval destroyers, posing a heightened threat. The increased activity strains Taiwan's…

The Economic Times

Jensen Huang's signature black leather jacket just sold at Sotheby's for nearly $1 million—and the money is going to young tech builders

The Nvidia CEO's Tom Ford jacket, photomatched to a 2023 Taipei appearance, carried a $40,000-$60,000 estimate.

Fortune

TSMC Stock Slides Despite Crushing Q2 Estimates With Fifth Straight Record Profit

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:TSM) delivered a fifth consecutive record quarterly profit, beating Wall Street expectations. At the time of writing, TSMC stock rose 1.23% to close at NT$2,470 ($76.72) in Taipei.

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Ayush, Unnati, Lakshya bow out in dismal day for India at Japan Open

Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda fought gallantly before exiting the Japan Open. Lakshya Sen also lost in straight games, marking a disappointing day for India. Ayush Shetty showed grit but ultimately lost to the second seed in a long match. Unnati Hooda faced her second defeat against Huang…

The Economic Times

Flight pulled over typhoon

Thai Airways International has cancelled a Taipei-Bangkok flight scheduled for July 12 as Typhoon Bavi continues to disrupt air travel in the region.

Bangkok Post

More flights to Taipei and Shanghai cancelled due to Typhoon Bavi

Thai Airways International has cancelled more flights between Bangkok and Shanghai and Bangkok and Taipei this weekend due to the impact of Typhoon Bavi.

Bangkok Post

Dozens of Hong Kong flights cancelled as Typhoon Bavi nears Taiwan

Dozens of outbound flights from Hong Kong to Taiwan, mainland China and Japan originally scheduled for later this week have been cancelled due to Super Typhoon Bavi, with some local carriers offering special arrangements for affected passengers.

Bangkok Post

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Thai Airways cancels flights between Bangkok and Taipei as typhoon moves closer

Thai Airways International (THAI) suspends one flight between Bangkok and Taipei on Friday and five more on Saturday as Typhoon Bavi approaches the island.

Bangkok Post

Taiwan pushes back at China patrols with Coast Guard trip for foreign lawmakers

ON BOARD THE TAIWAN COAST GUARD SHIP PP-10081, Taiwan Strait - T aiwan's government took a small group ‌of foreign lawmakers on a Coast Guard ship around sensitive Taiwan-controlled islands next to the Chinese coast on Thursday, pushing back against China's Coast Guard whose patrols have angered Taipei.

Bangkok Post

Taiwan revives ‘anti-communist education’ for military cadets amid China threat

Taipei says ‘it is necessary for them to clearly understand national security threats’

The Independent UK

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, once detained by China, dies in Taipei

Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, who fled to Taiwan amid fears of ‌Chinese persecution, has died at the age of 70, the South China Morning Post reported on Thursday, citing Taiwanese media.

Bangkok Post

Kidambi Srikanth ends runner-up at US Open Super 300 badminton tournament

India's Kidambi Srikanth secured a runner-up finish at the US Open Super 300 badminton tournament, losing a hard-fought final to Chinese Taipei's Su Li-yang. Despite a strong comeback in the second game, Srikanth couldn't overcome the pace and intensity of his younger opponent, ultimately falling in three games. This marks…

The Economic Times

Badminton: Srikanth ends runner-up at US Open

The Economic Times

Asia's vendors grapple with rising costs of ever-present plastics

Rising plastic costs: Asian food vendors are struggling with soaring plastic costs, a direct consequence of the Middle East energy crisis. Despite a US-Iran deal, supply chain disruptions persist, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz. Vendors in Taipei and Bangkok report significant price hikes for essential items like bags and…

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China angered, Taiwan cheered by Western allies' alarm over Chinese Coast Guard activities

International concern is mounting over China's assertive maritime actions near Taiwan. The US, Britain, France, and Germany have voiced alarm, while Taiwan expresses gratitude for their support. Beijing claims these patrols are legitimate exercises, but Taipei and its allies view them as maritime expansionism threatening regional stability and international law.…

The Economic Times

Heavy rains from nearby Typhoon Mekkhala pound Taiwan, 200 to be evacuated on east coast

Typhoon Mekkhala's outer bands have unleashed heavy rains and localized flooding across Taipei and southern Taiwan. Authorities are evacuating over 200 residents in eastern Taiwan due to a rapidly filling barrier lake, a stark reminder of last year's deadly breach. While no casualties are reported yet, the island braces for…

AAP

From GPU Dominance to Optical Scale-Up: DIGITIMES Decodes AI's Next Inflection Point

TAIPEI, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DIGITIMES will host an exclusive webinar on June 30, 2026 (08:30 GMT+8) examining the two structural forces redefining AI computing infrastructure: the architectural shift from monolithic GPU silicon toward application-specific and edge deployments, and the industry's accelerating transition to optical interconnects as electrical bandwidth…

The Times of India

China condemns new Taiwan intelligence tip website, vows ‘resolute countermeasures’

Beijing has reacted sharply to Taiwan's latest intelligence initiative designed for Chinese nationals, warning of 'strong counteractions' and charging Taipei with provoking further strains across the Strait. The website, introduced by Taiwan's National Security Bureau, is intended as a secure means of communication, reflecting increasing frustration among the Chinese populace…

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Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) Accelerates Global Leadership In AI Factories, Infrastructure At Europe's VivaTech

TAIPEI and PARIS, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) (TWSE:2317), the world's largest artificial intelligence server provider, accelerated its global leadership in AI factories and sovereign AI infrastructure by showcasing at VivaTech its end-to-end integration capabilities that also stand up the world's most state-of-the-art, rack-scale AI…

The Times of India

Taiwan detects 6 Chinese naval vessels operating around its territory

Taiwan's defence ministry reported six Chinese navy vessels encircling the island early Wednesday, a day after a similar sighting. Taipei is bolstering its defences, planning to significantly expand its anti-ship missile stockpile by 2029. This comes as Taiwan's first domestically built submarine begins new sea trials, underscoring its commitment to…

AAP

GEEKOM Launches Biggest Summer Sale of 2026 with Storewide Discounts and Prices Lower Than Prime Day

TAIPEI, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GEEKOM is set to launch its biggest Summer Sale of 2026 on June 15, bringing storewide discounts to its lineup of mini PCs. Every product will be available with at least 15% off, while selected models will receive discounts of 20%, 25%, or more.…

Bangkok Post

Taiwan launches website for disgruntled Chinese nationals to post 'information'

TAIPEI - Taiwan's government launched a website on ‌Sunday to encourage Chinese nationals to report intelligence tips, saying it was offering a secure channel to what it says is an increasing number of people who are fed up with the system and want change.

AAP

GIGABYTE Celebrates 40 Years of Milestone at COMPUTEX 2026 with Award-Winning AI, Gaming, and Design Showcases

TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, concluded COMPUTEX 2026 with multiple products recognized by international media and industry organizations. Presented under the 40th Anniversary theme ENTER INFINITY, the showcase highlighted advancements across AI, gaming, product design, and user experiences, earning numerous Best of COMPUTEX…

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Cathay Financial Holdings Leverages Open-Source Small Language Models to Identify Customer Intent

TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To enhance operational efficiency and customer experience, Cathay Financial Holdings (Cathay FHC) continues to advance the application of generative AI in financial services through its generative AI technical framework, GAIA, and AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) strategy. Building on last year's validation of large language models (LLMs)…

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GIGABYTE Announces AERO X16 Now Available, Bringing Next-Gen AI Performance to an Ultra-Thin Copilot+ PC

TAIPEI, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, announced the availability of the GIGABYTE AERO X16, an ultra-thin Copilot+ PC that combines mobility, AI performance, and creator-friendly features in a versatile design. Featuring WINDFORCE Infinity cooling and GIGABYTE's exclusive GiMATE AI agent, the AERO X16 ensures…

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