Collaboration

Intel skipped its traditional Computex 2025 keynote to celebrate 40 years of collaboration with Taiwan, a strategic partner vital to global semiconductor innovation. CEO Lip-Bu Tan shared his career transformation through lessons learned in Taiwan, emphasizing cultural adaptability and relationship-driven business. He highlighted Intel’s legacy of nurturing 30 local startups via five venture funds and outlined a collaborative foundry strategy prioritizing partnerships over control, aligning with Taiwan’s evolving role as a key contributor to next-generation computing technologies.

ASUS collaborates with VIP.com to launch a women-centric Vivobook 14 laptop featuring Intel 13th Gen Core i5-1334U processor, 16GB RAM/1TB storage, and AI-powered Tudin assistant with DeepSeek integration. Priced at ¥3,589 (base) and reaching ¥2,807.5 after discounts, its dopamine-boosting “Gardenia White” design targets VIP.com’s 80% female, affluent urban audience. Weighing 1.4kg with 180-degree hinge and anti-glare display, the device prioritizes portability and AI-enhanced productivity for hybrid workflows, aligning with 72% of Chinese professional women prioritizing weight-performance balance. The partnership follows ASUS’s 71% YoY sales growth on VIP.com, signaling data-driven strategies for tailored premium electronics.