AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTaiwan’s Semiconductor Momentum: Andes Technology says customer SoCs using its RISC-V CPU IP have topped 20 billion cumulative shipments, signaling open-standard chips are hitting mass adoption. AI Hardware & Security: OpenAI unveiled its “Jalapeño” custom AI chip tied to a Broadcom deal, while Kaspersky flagged a new StrikeShark malware campaign using fake Cisco AnyConnect and Google Update installers to deploy SharkLoader/Cobalt Strike Beacon—reportedly hitting Taiwan-linked targets. Local Tech Products: CAYIN updated its GO CAYIN cloud digital signage with web-based remote device management, and Avalue launched a new Intel Alder Lake-N powered RITY-1539 POS terminal for smart retail. Cross-Strait & Policy: US lawmakers met Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu, reiterating support for Taiwan’s self-defense and tax-relief efforts for businesses. Regional Tech/Trade Signals: IMD’s 2026 competitiveness ranking puts Taiwan at a record-high fourth place, and Micron’s blowout forecast helped spark an Asia tech rebound. Culture & Outreach: Taiwan’s Irwin mangoes entered the UK market via a Taiwanese-run retailer, with early consumer praise.
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