Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company plans to invest around $150,000,000,000 in Taiwan each year, describing the country as the 'epicentre of the AI revolution' In it for the long haul? PC Gamer · May 27
Taiwan authorities arrest three on suspicion of smuggling Nvidia chips to China — operation allegedly used Japan as transshipment point before forwarding banned Supermicro servers to Hong Kong Reports say that the three individuals successfully shipped a batch of banned Nvidia AI chips in Super Micro servers to China from Taiwan to Hong Kong via Japan using falsified documentation. Tom’s Hardware · May 27
AI rally: SK Hynix, Micron Technology join trillion-dollar club; Taiwan bourse overtakes India in market value The AI boom is fueling a surge in chipmakers like SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron, pushing them into the $1 trillion market-cap club. This global tech rally has propelled Taiwan past India in market value, highlighting the dominance of AI-driven semiconductor giants. The Economic Times · May 27
TWSE Returns to COMPUTEX: The World's Fifth‑Largest Capital Market Powering a Full‑Stack AI Ecosystem TAIPEI, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) announced its participation in COMPUTEX 2026, returning for a second consecutive year to the leading global technology exhibition under the theme "Beyond the Exchange, Behind the World's AI." Taking place from June 2 to June 5 in Taipei under… AAP · May 27
‘Makes no sense’: experts doubt pause in US arms sale to Taiwan is due to Iran war While approval is due soon for $14bn deal, actual deliveries to Taiwan are years away – making ‘Operation Epic Fury’ in the Gulf an unlikely cause The Guardian - AU · May 27
China reunification is an inevitable historical trend Recently, the world's attention has been focused on the East. At the invitation of President Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, US President Donald Trump paid a state visit to China from May 13 to 15. These two major events have once… Bangkok Post · May 26
Why Has Trump Stopped Selling Weapons to Taiwan? The administration is avoiding conflict with China to focus on war in the Middle East. Taiwan’s democracy hangs in the balance. Reason · May 26
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang pays for all customers at Taiwan food stall to get his order first Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang paid for all customers at a Taiwanese market stall to get ahead in a queue for grilled corn, sparking a viral moment online. The $185 billion tech chief was seen interacting with vendors and enjoying street food during his visit, which quickly drew attention on social… The Economic Times · May 26
'India more diversified:' Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey comments on Taiwan's market ascent SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey emphasized India remains a diversified market despite Taiwan overtaking its market value. Driven by TSMC and the AI boom, Taiwan's market is concentrated, while India's capital spans broad economic sectors. The Economic Times · May 26
Navy Secretary drops bombshell at Senate hearing, exposes Trump and Hegseth lies over Iran and Taiwan: ‘Just making sure we have everything’ Trump had claimed it was a “good negotiating chip.” We Got This Covered · May 26
Taiwan says 21 Chinese aircraft detected in second ‘combat’ patrol in a week IN FULL The Independent UK · May 26
First Taiwan, then South Korea? How global AI supercycle is demoting Indian stock market A global AI-led market shift is driving massive foreign capital outflows from India toward East Asia’s technology hubs, with overseas investors pulling nearly $24 billion from Indian equities this year. Fueled by the AI boom and a sharp rally in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Taiwan has overtaken India as the… The Economic Times · May 26
Markets brace for a long conflict as investors reassess global equity risks: Andrew Freris West Asian tensions are creating market uncertainty. Investors face prolonged volatility for months or years. Some Asian markets like Singapore and Taiwan are outperforming the US. Investors should look beyond the S&P 500. AI investments need careful scrutiny. US bond yields are expected to remain elevated, impacting global capital flows. The Economic Times · May 26
Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week Taiwan is on high alert after China's military stepped up its military presence around the island. AAP · May 26
The Economic Times · May 26 The Trump-Xi Summit: Facts behind the noise Donald Trump's visit to Beijing yielded structural outcomes like new trade boards and regular leader meetings, restoring vital dialogue. However, the summit failed to significantly reduce the US trade deficit, with China's "90 Percent Model" remaining intact. A stark warning emerged regarding Taiwan, signaling potential conflict if mishandled.
The Economic Times · May 26 Taiwan overtakes India as world's 5th largest stock market Taiwan's stock market has now surpassed India's in value. This shift is largely due to a strong performance by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. The island's market capitalization reached $4.95 trillion. India's market value stands at $4.92 trillion. This development highlights the significant impact of artificial intelligence on global markets and…
Barchart · May 25 A $10 Billion Reason to Buy AMD Stock Now AMD’s rally continues as AI demand, cloud spending, and a major Taiwan expansion reinforce its position in the semiconductor boom.
The Economic Times · May 25 'Not fond of Indians': Taiwan candidate Lee Hung-Yi's billboard banning turbaned man, upside-down Indian flag sparks concern Taiwan anti-India billboard: A political candidate in Taiwan Lee Hung-Yi has ignited a social media firestorm with a billboard opposing Indian immigration and the flag. The controversial advertisement features a turbaned man and a 'no entry' sign. Indian residents in Taiwan have expressed feeling uncomfortable and offended by the display.
The Economic Times · May 25 Taiwan detects 9 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels, 1 ship Taiwan's defense ministry reported Chinese military activity near its waters. Nine Chinese aircraft and seven vessels were detected on Monday. Earlier, four aircraft and six vessels were observed. Some Chinese aircraft entered Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone. Taiwan's armed forces monitored and responded to the situation. China claims Taiwan as…
The Economic Times · May 24 Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands A Chinese coast guard ship departed waters near Taiwan's Pratas Islands on Sunday after a tense verbal confrontation with Taiwan's Coast Guard over sovereignty. Taiwan's vessel broadcast messages urging the Chinese ship to return and strive for democracy. This incident follows increased Chinese military activity around Taiwan.
Tom’s Hardware · May 24 After $2.5 billion Supermicro smuggling bust, Nvidia CEO urges company to fix export control compliance — Taiwan also begins to crack down on AI GPU chip smuggling to China Huang told reporters at Songshan Airport that Nvidia insists its partners follow U.S. trade rules.
The Economic Times · May 24 China accused of targeting Taiwanese religious followers amid fresh detentions China is facing renewed criticism after three Taiwanese followers of the religious movement I-Kuan Tao were reportedly detained in separate incidents earlier this month, according to Taiwan's semi-official cross-strait agency.
The Economic Times · May 24 Warren Buffett sits on $400 bn cash as Michael Burry warns of AI bubble. Is a massive market crash coming? Berkshire Hathaway holds nearly $400 billion in cash. Michael Burry warns of an AI bubble, citing similarities to the Dotcom crash. The AI boom is reshaping global markets. South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market have seen significant gains, surpassing established Western exchanges. This shift highlights a new global market…
The Independent UK · May 24 Trump is doing a Ukraine on Taiwan. And it exposes a startling new level of US weakness ANALYSIS: Trump has suspended weapons sales to Taiwan in a move that again shows he favours potential enemies over allies, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley
The Times of India · May 24 ‘No Indian workers’ billboards in Taiwan polls unsettle expats Billboards showing a turbaned man with a 'no entry' sign, put up by a candidate in upcoming local body elections in Taiwan, have unsettled the small but growing Indian community on the island - and drawn a sharp rebuke from one of the country's most senior officials.