Samsung Battles AI Chip Supply Issues as Q4 Earnings Loom
Samsung Electronics is expected to report a slowdown in profit growth for the fourth quarter, reflecting challenges in meeting Nvidia’s surging demand for AI chips. Analysts predict Samsung’s operating profit…
Jeju Island to Launch NFT Tourism Cards for Younger Visitors
Jeju Island in South Korea plans to introduce NFT-linked tourist cards in the second half of 2025, aiming to attract millennials and Generation Z. The cards will offer various perks,…
CES 2025 Brings a Fresh Wave of Tech Innovations
CES 2025 has already captivated the tech world, even before the show floor officially opens. A range of innovative gadgets, AI-powered devices, and futuristic tech concepts have been unveiled, offering…
Samsung’s Smart Fridges Are About to Get Smarter with Instacart Integration
Samsung is pushing the boundaries of smart home tech by bringing grocery shopping into the kitchen. Through a partnership with Instacart, Samsung’s latest AI-powered refrigerators will suggest, organize, and streamline…
Taiwan Reports 2.4 Million Daily Cyberattacks in 2024
Cyberattacks targeting Taiwan’s government departments surged in 2024, with an average of 2.4 million attacks daily—double the 2023 figure, according to Taiwan’s National Security Bureau. The report highlighted that the…
Singapore’s Digital Edge Secures $1.6 Billion in Funding
Singapore-headquartered data center operator Digital Edge has secured over $1.6 billion in new funding to accelerate its expansion across Asia. The funding, a mix of equity and debt, will fuel…
Xpeng and Volkswagen Partner to Build Ultra-Fast Charging Network
Xpeng Motors and Volkswagen are teaming up to bolster China’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. The companies announced plans to expand their collaboration by creating an ultra-fast charging network across China,…
China’s Pony.ai Expands Robotaxi Plans to Hong Kong
China’s Pony.ai is preparing to introduce its robotaxi services in Hong Kong, signaling another step in the autonomous vehicle race. The Guangzhou-based firm will join Baidu, which recently gained approval…
Chinese Hack Expands to More US Telecoms, Report Finds
A recent report from The Wall Street Journal has uncovered a broader scope of Chinese cyberattacks targeting U.S. telecommunications networks than previously disclosed. The breaches, attributed to the Salt Typhoon…
Foxconn Breaks Revenue Records in Fourth Quarter Amid AI Server Boom
Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics manufacturer and Apple’s primary iPhone assembler, announced record-breaking revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024, exceeding market expectations. The Taiwan-based company, officially known as…
Five Hyundai and Kia Electric Vehicles Now Eligible for $7,500 Tax Credit
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis electric vehicles have qualified for the $7,500 federal EV tax credit, according to Electrek. Five models, including the popular Hyundai Ioniq 5 crossover and Kia EV9…
Japanese Chipmakers Prepare for a New Era of Semiconductor Production
The Japanese semiconductor industry, once a global leader, is taking decisive steps to regain its competitive edge. Amid the increasing demand for advanced chips fueled by generative artificial intelligence and…
China Becomes a Bright Spot for Tesla Amid Global Sales Dip
Tesla reported record-breaking sales in China for 2024, marking an 8.8% increase to over 657,000 vehicles sold in its second-largest market. This performance stands in contrast to the company’s first-ever…
China’s Military States AI Cannot Replace Human Judgment on the Battlefield
China’s military has issued a clear warning against relying solely on artificial intelligence in warfare, emphasizing the irreplaceable role of human decision-making. In an article published in People’s Liberation Army…
China Proposes Export Curbs on Key Battery and Mineral Technologies
China’s Ministry of Commerce has unveiled a proposal to tighten export restrictions on key technologies for processing critical minerals like lithium and gallium, essential in battery production. The announcement, detailed…
Kia Recalls 23,000 EV9s After Seat Bolt Error by Assembly Worker
Kia is recalling nearly 23,000 EV9 electric SUVs after discovering that some vehicles may have improperly secured second- and third-row seats. The recall affects 22,883 EV9 models produced at Kia’s…
WeChat and TikTok Secure Licences to Operate in Malaysia
Malaysia has officially licensed Tencent’s WeChat and ByteDance’s TikTok to operate under a new social media regulation designed to address rising cybercrime. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced…
Market Share Caps for UPI Payments Deferred Until 2026
India’s decision to delay market share caps for unified payments interface (UPI) services will offer a reprieve to dominant players like Google Pay and Walmart-backed PhonePe. Initially scheduled to take…
Apple Discounts iPhones in China as Competition Heats Up
Apple has announced discounts of up to 500 yuan ($68.50) on its iPhone models in China, marking a rare move to maintain its foothold in the world’s largest smartphone market.…
US Sanctions Iran and Russia for Election Interference with AI Disinformation
The United States has sanctioned Iranian and Russian groups for attempting to interfere in the 2024 elections using disinformation campaigns powered by artificial intelligence. Announced Tuesday by the Treasury and…