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Taiwan's Role in Global Chip Production and Democratic Resilience Highlighted

Taiwan's Role in Global Chip Production and Democratic Resilience Highlighted

Taiwan is a critical player in the global computer chip industry, producing up to 90% of the world's supply. This dominance is largely due to the Taiwanese firm TSMC, which supplies major tech companies like Apple and Nvidia. Beyond its technological contributions, Taiwan is recognized for its democratic resilience, having developed robust defenses against authoritarian pressures, including cyberattacks and economic coercion from China. This experience is increasingly valuable to Europe, which seeks to reduce its dependence on authoritarian regimes for essential resources. Taiwan's strategic diversification of its industrial base, moving production to countries like Vietnam and India, serves as a model for Europe as it attempts to diversify away from Russian energy dependencies.

World shares mostly gain and South Korea and Japan recover some losses from AI stock sell-offs

World shares mostly gain and South Korea and Japan recover some losses from AI stock sell-offs

World shares have mostly gained and U.S. futures advanced, with markets in South Korea and Japan trading higher after recent declines due to heavy selling of stocks linked to artificial intelligence

Wall Street points toward gains as AI-focused companies recover some of last week's losses

Wall Street points toward gains as AI-focused companies recover some of last week's losses

Wall Street pointed toward gains before the opening bell with chip and memory companies leading the way, while oil prices rose again as the U.S. and Iran exchanged more attacks

China considers tighter export controls on AI models and chips, FT reports

China considers tighter export controls on AI models and chips, FT reports

July 21 (Reuters) - Chinese authorities are considering tightening export controls on AI and semiconductor technologies, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.

AI stocks gather more strength, even as Brent oil's price tops $90

AI stocks gather more strength, even as Brent oil's price tops $90

More gains for makers of computer chips and other winners of the artificial-intelligence boom are carrying Wall Street higher

South Korea's Kospi drops nearly 5% as some AI stocks swoon, while oil keeps climbing

South Korea's Kospi drops nearly 5% as some AI stocks swoon, while oil keeps climbing

Asian shares are mostly higher but South Korea's Kospi has fallen nearly 5% as investors unload more stocks linked to artificial intelligence

Lara Crouch Parker Rejoins CSIS as Senior Associate in Geopolitics

Lara Crouch Parker Rejoins CSIS as Senior Associate in Geopolitics

Lara Crouch Parker has rejoined the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) as a senior associate in the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department. With over 15 years of experience in U.S. strategy in Asia, Parker has held significant roles in the U.S. government, private sector, and research community. Her previous positions include director of Southeast Asia on the National Security Council and senior professional staff member on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Parker's expertise in Asia strategy, particularly regarding China and Taiwan, has been instrumental in shaping U.S. foreign policy. She is currently the director of U.S. Policy Practice at Garnaut Global.

TSMC expects 'strong, multi-year' demand for AI chips as it ramps up Arizona investment

TSMC expects 'strong, multi-year' demand for AI chips as it ramps up Arizona investment

By Wen-Yee Lee and Ben Blanchard TAIPEI, July 20 (Reuters) - TSMC is seeing strong, multi-year demand for its AI chips as it invests a further $100 billion to expand its Arizona facilities, but it needs to address several challenges, such as a shortage of construction workers there, a top executive

Wall Street futures rise, oil prices retreat despite an escalation in fighting by the US and Iran

Wall Street futures rise, oil prices retreat despite an escalation in fighting by the US and Iran

Wall Street futures were rising in premarket trading and oil prices retreated, but not before a gallon of gas in the U.S. breached the $4 level again

U.S. Universities Received Over $300M from Sanctioned Chinese Entities

U.S. Universities Received Over $300M from Sanctioned Chinese Entities

Recent data from the U.S. Department of Education reveals that American universities have received over $300 million in donations from Chinese entities that are now sanctioned. The donations, which include contributions from Huawei and the Beijing Institute of Technology, highlight concerns about foreign influence and the transfer of technology and knowledge to adversaries. The data aims to increase transparency and ensure compliance with reporting rules. The disclosure has prompted discussions about the need for stricter regulations on foreign donations to educational institutions.

Wall Street holds steadier as chip companies swing back upward

Wall Street holds steadier as chip companies swing back upward

Wall Street is holding steadier, as stocks of chip companies and other winners of the artificial intelligence-boom swing back upward on their roller-coaster ride

U.S. Becomes Taiwan's Top Trading Partner Amid Economic Shift

U.S. Becomes Taiwan's Top Trading Partner Amid Economic Shift

The United States has surpassed China as Taiwan's top trading partner, marking a significant shift in economic relations. In the first five months of 2026, Taiwan exported $116.1 billion in goods and services to the U.S., compared to $105.5 billion to China. This change reflects Taiwan's strategic pivot away from economic reliance on China, a priority set by former President Tsai Ing-wen. The U.S.-Taiwan relationship is further strengthened by Taiwan's role in the AI and semiconductor industries, with major investments from U.S. tech companies. Taiwan's economic growth has surged, driven by AI-related exports and investments.