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2026/7/28
Power Semiconductors: How AI and Supply Chain Restructuring Are Reshaping the Industry
Growing demand from AI servers, high-voltage power architectures, vehicle electrification, and industrial automation, combined with geopolitical developments and supply chain restructuring, has gradually shifted the Power semiconductors industry toward a seller’s market. This article examines the major power semiconductor product categories, end-use applications, and competitive landscape, while exploring how AI is driving higher demand for components such as MOSFETs, IGBTs, and SiC devices. It also assesses how Taiwanese suppliers, including PANJIT and APEC, may benefit from supply chain realignment.
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2026/1/29
Robotaxi’s Emerging Ecosystem: The Uber, Lucid & Nuro Partnership
Uber’s joint debut of a Robotaxi with Lucid and Nuro at CES 2026 not only signals that autonomous driving is entering a new phase of commercialization, but also clearly illustrates Uber’s strategic shift from in-house development toward becoming a “Robotaxi ecosystem integrator.” This article examines how Uber is leveraging a highly asset-light partnership model to connect electric vehicle manufacturers, autonomous driving technology providers, and its global ride-hailing platform, building a hybrid network in which human drivers and Robotaxi coexist to further improve vehicle utilization and platform pricing power. It also explores how, amid continued expansion by competitors such as Waymo and Tesla, Uber can still maintain a critical position in the autonomous mobility landscape by capitalizing on its massive user base and cross-market dispatch capabilities.
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2025/7/8
Tesla Robotaxi Officially Begins Pilot Operation
Tesla officially launched its Robotaxi pilot program on June 22, 2025 (U.S. time). The service is accessed through a proprietary mobile app, allowing riders to request rides based on their needs while offering a more personalized in-car experience. The pilot received generally positive feedback, with praise for its smooth rides and ability to respond to ambulances and detect traffic violations in real time.Despite showcasing multiple technical strengths, there were still several incidents involving system glitches and operational errors. This article also compares Tesla’s Robotaxi with competitors such as Waymo and Zoox in terms of commercialization progress. Unlike other players, Tesla has built an end-to-end autonomous driving system with high scalability, which supports faster deployment and significantly lowers per-vehicle costs.
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2024/12/23
US Industry 101: Tesla Business Overview
As the global leader in the electric vehicle (EV) market, Tesla (TSLA) has expanded beyond traditional automakers, diversifying its business across automobile sales, autonomous driving, energy storage, and regulatory credit trading. This article also provides an in-depth look at Tesla's core business structure and emerging products, including: Cybercab, Model Q, and Optimus.
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2024/12/23
Introduction to Chinese Electric Vehicle (EV) Companies
China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry has experienced rapid growth under government subsidies and aggressive price competition, emerging as a strong competitor in Western markets. Leading automakers such as BYD, Li Auto, NIO, and XPeng are leveraging technological innovation and cost advantages to expand globally. This article explores the latest developments of these EV manufacturers, examines global industry trends, and analyzes how China is securing a competitive edge in the global new energy vehicle (NEV) market.
