AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMeta AI Chip Push: Meta shares slid after a Reuters report said an internal memo plans in-house AI accelerator “Iris” to enter production in September, with Meta targeting 14GW computing capacity by 2027 and using TSMC for manufacturing. Semiconductor Supply Chain: TSMC is set to expand advanced packaging in Chiayi Science Park Phase II, with three more facilities planned and mass production already starting in Phase I. Offshore Wind Reset: Taiwan rewrote offshore wind auction rules to let terminated projects re-enter the bidding pool and allow expansion up to 50%, aiming to revive stalled gigawatts. Heat Risk Coverage: Taiwan launched a pilot microinsurance program paying NT$10,000 for hospitalisation due to heat-related illnesses, focusing on low-income groups in urban heat-island areas. Tourism Crackdown: Taiwan’s Tourism Administration reported NT$81.6m in fines from 1,609 illegal hotels/BBs in H1, with Taipei and Taichung among the biggest hotspots. Cross-Strait Security & Markets: Taiwan detected Chinese naval activity near its waters as Super Typhoon Bavi disrupted regional flights and operations, adding near-term uncertainty for travel and business continuity. South China Sea Diplomacy: The US, UK and 14 other nations (plus the EU) reaffirmed the 2016 arbitration ruling as China again rejected its binding force.
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