The Latest Breaking News from Taiwan

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is reportedly considering the possibility of test-producing foldable iPhones in Taiwan.

On Wednesday, U.S. stocks closed mixed as the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 0.6% to 46,018.32. The SP 500 slipped 0.1% to 6,600.35, while the Nasdaq fell 0.3% to 22,261.33.The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25%, ending a nine-month pause and marking the fourth…

On Wednesday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest executed significant trades involving Bullish (NYSE:BLSH), Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), Pony AI Inc. (NASDAQ:PONY), and Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD).

Kratos Defense Security Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) is teaming up with Taiwan's National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) to launch the Mighty Hornet IV Attack UAV, an upgraded version of the MQM-178 drone. The aircraft will be unveiled at the Taipei Aerospace Defense Technology Exhibition, which runs Sept. 18–20.

The Pacific Islands Forum wrapped up its annual leaders meeting last week with some significant agreements, including the launch of the region’s own climate financing facility, the endorsement of the Ocean of Peace declaration and policies on partnerships and broader aspirations for “deeper integration”.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:TSM) has introduced its own brand of honey, ‘Ji Mi,’ which is a result of the company’s environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Taiwan has launched a new civil defense handbook providing a more user-friendly revamp highlighting the urgency of strengthening a civilian response in case of an invasion by China

A key climate crisis funding treaty struck as Pacific leaders backed Australia’s bid for Cop31 despite some criticism of its environmental credentials

TSMC has worked with local beekeepers in Taiwan to produce ‘Ji Mi’ – TSMC branded honey.

Sailing could serve as warning to US and others against support for Taiwan, though China plays down any such motive

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:TSM) announced plans to launch its first multifunctional service center in Pingtung County in mid-2027 to bolster Taiwan’s high-tech facility construction ecosystem.