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Why Taiwan’s male population vanishes 4x faster than female
Taiwan lost over 100,000 residents in 2025 — a fivefold surge. Male population declined 4.16 times faster than female over five years, exposing a demographic crisis.
2026/05/13 16:26
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Gogoro targets growth with new models and Vietnam plan
Gogoro, Vietnam, battery swapping, electric scooters, cash flow, Taiwan, Castrol, Gogoro financial targets, Gogoro Vietnam expansion, Gogoro battery swap stations
2026/05/12 16:58
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Why Grab chose Taiwan for its US$600M super app expansion
Grab’s US$600M acquisition of foodpanda Taiwan marks the super app giant’s first expansion outside ASEAN, sparking alliance talks among local ride-hailing platforms.
2026/05/06 14:34
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Netflix doubles down on Taiwan as hub for Mandarin content
Netflix is ramping up investment in Taiwanese dramas, aiming for 10 productions this year as part of its strategy to dominate Chinese-language streaming.
2026/05/04 20:29
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How Thai Town plans to turn American chefs into wok masters
Thai Town (瓦城), Taiwan’s leading Thai cuisine restaurant chain, is set to open its first American location "Very Thai by Thai Town" at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles at the end of February 2026. Chairman Charles Hsu spent over three years preparing for this expansion, assembling an elite "seed team" and developing a systematic approach to train American chefs in Eastern cooking techniques.
2026/03/13 16:36
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Five key questions about TSMC’s massive American expansion
TSMC plans to build nine factories in the U.S. as part of Taiwan’s US$250 billion investment commitment. Explore five key dimensions of this semiconductor expansion.
2026/02/09 10:31
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Here’s why Taiwan Mobile is betting big on mobility services
Uspace revenue grew sevenfold in three years. WeMo validated its profit model in six months. Taiwan Mobile’s automotive ecosystem takes shape. One-stop services are now fully established.
2026/02/04 20:21
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How Taiwan’s DDK Group weathered the pandemic boom, crash
DDK Group faced multiple challenges in Vietnam. The company is gradually recovering post-pandemic. Inventory has been significantly reduced this year. Revenue is rebounding, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
2026/02/03 19:30
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Nursing student beats cerebral palsy, earns top Taiwan honor
Lai Hsin-yi, a 22-year-old Taiwan nursing student who overcame cerebral palsy after seven years of rehabilitation, received the Presidential Education Award in July 2025.
2026/02/02 19:54
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Uber Eats Taiwan reaches billion trips, ranks 2nd globally
Uber Eats Taiwan reached its one-billion-trip milestone in July, making Taiwan the second-highest market globally by monthly orders after New York. General manager Li Jia-Ying attributes success to Taiwan’s convenience culture, dining-out habits, and high motorcycle density, with the platform operating 80,000 partner restaurants and generating NT$15.5 billion merchant revenue.
2025/11/21 19:42
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Taiwan lacks legal framework for nuclear waste disposal
Nuclear waste storage is a contentious issue. A referendum on Nuclear Plant 3 failed. Legislator Chen proposed storing waste on Erdan Island. Taiwan must address nuclear waste storage.
2025/10/27 10:45
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Taiwan machine tool exports plunge as US tariffs bite hard
Taiwan’s machine tool industry faces its worst crisis in 40 years as US reciprocal tariffs devastate exports. Major manufacturers like Takisawa Taiwan implement three-day work weeks while foreign exchange losses crush profits across the sector.
2025/10/14 10:03
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Taiwan shippers unfazed by tariff-triggered export drop
Taiwanese shipping giants Evergreen, Yang Ming and Wan Hai remain optimistic despite U.S.-China tariff tensions. They foresee a shift toward regionalization and shorter supply chains, adapting strategies to maintain stability.
2025/06/11 17:16
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U.S. milk could follow New Zealand’s zero-tariff path
New Zealand’s duty-free milk has been in Taiwan for four months, yet prices remain unchanged. Discover why import volumes fell and the hidden concerns behind this trend.
2025/05/29 17:07
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Taiwan coffee shops face price hikes amid global bean crisis
Coffee prices in Taiwan are rising as global bean costs double due to extreme weather in major producing regions. Starbucks has already increased prices, while budget chains like cama and Louisa Coffee face difficult decisions about whether to follow suit or absorb costs internally. With Taiwan’s coffee consumption jumping 50% in just two years and harvests continuing to decline, experts warn that affordable coffee may soon become a thing of the past.
2025/05/23 18:17
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Why Micron added former TSMC chair Mark Liu to board
Micron Technology recruits former TSMC chairman Mark Liu to its board, aiming to strengthen ties with TSMC. Liu’s expertise may boost Micron’s AI growth.
2025/05/22 09:16
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Sarah Edwards makes history as CPBL’s first female coach
Sarah Edwards, from Long Island, N.Y., becomes the first female hitting coach in the CPBL, marking a milestone for gender equality in Taiwan’s baseball scene.
2025/04/30 20:00
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Five key questions about TSMC’s massive American expansion
TSMC (台積電) Chairman C.C. Wei (魏哲家) met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House to announce an additional US$100 billion investment in Arizona (亞利桑那州), encompassing three new wafer fabrication facilities, two advanced packaging plants, and a research and development center. This expansion follows TSMC’s earlier commitment of three wafer fabs and US$65 billion investment in the United States.
2025/03/14 16:40
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Taiwan’s iconic Apple Sidra sees renewed market presence
Discover how Yu Chong-min revitalized Oceanic Beverages and brought Apple Sidra back to the market amid financial and safety challenges, positioning it for future success.
2025/02/26 18:56
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Taiwan’s semiconductor legacy shaped by Shih’s vision
Explore Chintay Shih’s profound impact on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry and his unique blend of science and art. Discover how his vision and leadership have shaped innovation and opportunities.
2025/02/04 17:00
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AI dominates CES as chipmakers showcase new technology
Explore the latest from CES 2025, where AI takes center stage with NVIDIA’s new graphics cards, innovative AI PCs, and cutting-edge health technology.
2025/01/17 12:01
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Morris Chang on his legacy, TSMC journey and semiconductors
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2024/12/31 18:13
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How a Taiwanese family farm rose to an Angus Beef powerhouse
Discover how Chen Po-yin revitalized her family’s traditional livestock farm, transforming it into Taiwan’s largest Angus cattle operation. Embracing innovative techniques, Farm Around You supplies premium beef to top Michelin restaurants, redefining local agriculture.
2024/12/30 16:03
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World Gym Taiwan acquires brand rights, eyes global growth
World Gym Taiwan acquires its international brand rights for $9 million, marking a significant step toward global expansion. Learn how this strategic move could reshape the fitness industry.
2024/12/27 18:02
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Why Gogoro’s executive exodus is raising market concerns
Gogoro, Taiwan’s electric scooter leader, faces allegations of using Chinese-made components, leading to NT$600 million in misallocated subsidies. The company’s stock has dropped 90%, and executives are departing amidst the scandal.
2024/11/07 16:29