Taiwan

Energy Plug Technologies Corp. has secured an exclusive distribution agreement with Taiwan’s SEETEL New Energy Co., Ltd. for their advanced energy storage systems in Canada, under the “MBT-SEETEL” brand. This partnership aims to supply critical infrastructure sectors like data centers and defense installations across North America. The deal includes dedicated Canadian production capacity and leverages a joint venture with the Malahat First Nation.

United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) exceeded market expectations with strong June 2025 net sales. This robust performance highlights UMC’s resilient operations and strategic position in the dynamic semiconductor market. The foundry giant’s growth, fueled by demand in AI, automotive, and IoT, signals a promising outlook for the second half of 2025.

A recent report accuses five Taiwanese cyber espionage groups (APT-C-01, 62, 64, 65, and 67) of orchestrating attacks on mainland systems. The report, which directly links these groups to Taiwan’s “Cyber Warfare Unit,” highlights APT-C-67 (Ursula)’s alleged involvement in recent attacks, including targeting critical infrastructure. Experts note the groups utilize known vulnerabilities and rely on less sophisticated techniques, making them easier to detect. The report also highlights broader cyber threats and emphasizes AI’s role in future cybersecurity.

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.