China chip industry growth fueled by AI packaging

At Semicon China, executives said the China chip industry is accelerating through AI workloads and advanced packaging, reshaping costs, supply chains and exports.

Iran conflict driven oil surge seen accelerating EV shift and boosting China auto sector

Rising oil prices linked to escalating tensions involving Iran are reshaping expectations across the global automotive market, with analysts suggesting the situation could accelerate the transition toward electric vehicles. The sharp increase in energy costs has renewed attention on long term alternatives to

Chinese EV makers lift prices as cost pressures rise but demand concerns cloud outlook

A fresh round of price increases by major Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers is highlighting growing pressure across the supply chain, even as weakening domestic demand raises doubts about how long the adjustments can last. Several automakers have moved to pass rising component costs

Xiaomi warns surging memory costs could reshape global smartphone market

Rising memory chip prices are emerging as a critical pressure point for the global smartphone industry, with Xiaomi leadership warning that escalating costs could force structural changes across manufacturers. Speaking after weaker smartphone sales impacted quarterly performance, the company signaled that memory pricing

US Auto Industry Urges Trump to Maintain Barriers Against Chinese EV Competition

Major automotive trade groups in the United States have urged policymakers to maintain strict restrictions on Chinese electric vehicle imports, warning that opening the market could disrupt domestic industry stability. In a joint appeal, leading industry associations representing companies such as General Motors,

China’s EV Industry Rewrites Global Auto Rules as Innovation and Pricing Shift Market Dynamics

China’s electric vehicle industry is rapidly reshaping the global automotive landscape, challenging long established norms around pricing, technology and product development. As Chinese automakers expand into international markets, their approach to affordability and feature integration is forcing competitors to rethink strategies. The shift

Affordable Chinese EVs Attract US Buyers as Trade Barriers Keep Market Closed

A growing number of car buyers in the United States are showing interest in affordable electric vehicles produced by Chinese automakers, even as trade restrictions continue to block their entry into the market. Rising vehicle prices and increasing demand for cost efficient electric

DJI Files Patent Lawsuit Against Insta360 Ahead of 360 Degree Drone Debut

China’s leading drone manufacturer DJI has initiated legal action against rival Insta360 over alleged patent infringement, escalating tensions in a rapidly evolving segment of the consumer drone market. The lawsuit, filed with the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court, comes just days before DJI is

Xpeng Forecast Miss Signals Deeper Slowdown in China EV Market

Xpeng has issued a weaker than expected quarterly forecast, reinforcing concerns that China’s electric vehicle market is entering a more difficult phase after years of rapid expansion. The company projected first quarter revenue below analyst expectations, reflecting the combined impact of slowing demand

Super Micro Shares Slide After US Charges Over Alleged AI Chip Smuggling to China

Shares of Super Micro dropped sharply after US prosecutors filed charges against individuals linked to the company over an alleged scheme involving the transfer of advanced AI technology to China. The stock fell by around 27 percent in early trading, potentially wiping out