May 17, 2025

NSTC Engages in Strategic Talks with Amazon Kuiper for Taiwan’s Satellite Network

Taipei: The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) is currently engaged in discussions with Amazon regarding a potential collaboration on the Kuiper project, which aims to enhance Taiwan’s low-earth orbit (LEO) communications satellite network. NSTC head Wu Cheng-wen highlighted that Kuiper’s service network, which spans ground, air, and sea services,

Tsai Calls for Global Democratic Unity Against Authoritarian Threats

London: Former President Tsai Ing-wen has urged democracies worldwide to be “even more united” in response to growing authoritarian threats, emphasizing U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for allies to take greater responsibility for their security. According to Focus Taiwan, Tsai delivered her remarks on a Friday afternoon at an event

Nvidia CEO Huang Marking Blackwell Success at Taiwan Supplier Dinner

Taipei: Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang hosted a dinner in Taipei on Saturday night with key Taiwanese suppliers to celebrate the successful mass production of the company’s new Blackwell AI systems. Speaking to the media earlier Saturday, Huang thanked Nvidia’s Taiwanese partners for their contributions to the company’s ecosystem,

Taiwan Sets Sights on Robotics Startup Inspired by TSMC Model

Taipei: Taiwan is aiming to launch a contract robotics startup by 2026, modeled after the successful structure of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), according to Wu Cheng-wen, head of the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC). According to Focus Taiwan, the Taiwanese government plans to partially finance the new company,

Taiwanese Students Triumph at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair

Columbus: A team of Taiwanese students won six awards at the 75th Annual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF) in Columbus, Ohio, the National Taiwan Science Education Center (NTSEC) said Saturday. According to Focus Taiwan, the NTSEC selected 19 students who submitted 12 projects to the competition. These

2025 World Masters Games Kick Off with Ceremony at Taipei Dome

Taipei: The 2025 World Masters Games opened at the Taipei Dome with a ceremony featuring a series of dance and singing performances. The celebratory activities commenced with Para athletes entering the stage, followed by participants from over 100 countries joining the fanfare. According to Focus Taiwan, the opening ceremony was