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Computex 2024 Preview: The Hardware Side of AI

We’re headed to Computex Taipei where we expect to learn more about upcoming AI processors and laptops from the major tech vendors.

Tom’s Hardware

Nvidia rumored to be opening a second R&D center in Taiwan — and it has plans for an AI supercomputer on the island

A Taiwan official says that talk of a second R&D center could be a misunderstanding regarding the Taipei-1 supercomputer Nvidia is building on the island.

Tom’s Hardware

Computex 2024: The year of the AI PC starts now

The Computex 2024 lineup is full of exciting tech, but there's one headliner we're most excited for: Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chip, powering AI laptops from multiple manufacturers.

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China's worrying military actions a 'coercive gesture'

China's military drills surrounding Taiwan following the inauguration of its new president are a "very coercive gesture" the Albanese government has declared.

AAP

Taiwan’s new president takes office and calls on China to cease hostile actions

Lai Ching-te uses inauguration speech to push for peace in the region and says future of Taiwan important to future of the world

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan Swears In New President As China Pressure Grows

Lai Ching-te was sworn in on Monday as Taiwan's president in the face of growing Chinese military pressure and a hostile parliament. Lai succeeded Tsai Ing-wen in a ceremony closely watched by China, which claims the island as part of its territory, and the US, its key partner and weapons…

International Business Times

Hundreds Protest Taiwan's Ruling Party On Eve Of Inauguration

Hundreds in Taipei rallied to protest four more years under a Democratic Progressive Party administration on Sunday, the eve of Taiwan's inauguration of president-elect Lai Ching-te.

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Taiwan ramps up security for new president’s inauguration amid China threat

Taipei defence ministry says it detected seven Chinese aircraft and as many naval vessels near Taiwan in past 24 hours.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan Coast Guard Ramps Up Island Patrols Ahead Of Inauguration

Taipei's coast guard ramped up patrols over the weekend around its outlying islands that have seen increased presence of Chinese vessels, the agency said Sunday, the eve of Lai Ching-te's inauguration as Taiwan's new president.

International Business Times

Taiwan And China: Different Views Across The Strait

Standing on the shore of Taiwan's Kinmen island, Taiwanese tourists snap photos of the skyline of China's Xiamen city that is clearly visible across the sliver of water separating them.

International Business Times

For Taiwan Shoppers, China's Malls Only A Ferry Ride Away

With suitcases and packages stuffed with food, alcohol and construction materials, Taiwanese shoppers make their way towards a ferry in the Chinese city of Xiamen bound for the Taipei-administered island of Kinmen.

International Business Times

Taiwan’s foreign minister says China and Russia are supporting each other's ‘expansionism’

Russia and China are helped each other expand their territorial reach, and democracies must push back against authoritarian states that threaten their rights and sovereignty, Taiwan’s outgoing foreign minister, Joseph Wu, said in an interview with The Associated Press

The Independent UK

Paraguay Leader To Attend Taiwan Inauguration

Pena is on an official trip to Washington this week, and will leave for Taipei on Saturday, the official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told AFP.

Latin Times

Taiwan President Takes Office Under Close Scrutiny

Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te, a staunch defender of the island's democracy, will be sworn into office Monday as Beijing ratchets up military and diplomatic pressure on Taipei.

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AAP

China trade block drop on cards as premier visits

The remaining trade impediments against Australian lobster and abattoirs could be dropped ahead of a trip by the Chinese premier and commerce minister.

The Guardian - UK

‘Ghostly’: Taiwan park dotted with hundreds of statues of late dictator as row rages over their fate

Tributes that were removed from public spaces after the end of Chiang Kai-shek’s brutal rule in 1975 now crowd a site west of Taipei

International Business Times

Former US Ambassador Asserts Taiwan Will Receive Support From Trump If He Wins

James Gilmore informed that Trump, aimed to encourage US allies to take greater responsibility for their defense.

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Top US Diplomat In Taipei A 'Staunch' Friend Of Taiwan

US appoints pro-Taiwan diplomat to strengthen ties and send message to China.

France 24

Taiwan hit by strongest earthquake in 25 years

Taiwan's strongest earthquake in a quarter century rocked the island during the morning rush hour Wednesday, killing at least nine people and leaving hundreds injured.

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan earthquake: search for survivors continues into night after nine people killed in quake – as it happened

More than 100 people still trapped around Hualien; fatalities include three hikers and a van driver

France 24

Taipei replica in remote Chinese province fans Taiwan invasion fears

Satellite images verified by FRANCE 24 reveal that China has built a replica of Taipei’s presidential district in remote Inner Mongolia, fuelling speculation that Beijing intends to use the site as a training ground to prepare for a future invasion of Taiwan.

Windows Central

Intel explains the perks AI PCs provide to users including the upcoming ability to run Microsoft Copilot locally

During an Intel AI Summit in Taipei this week, Intel executives explained that Microsoft Copilot will soon run locally on AI PCs, such as computers with an Intel Core Ultra processor.

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