Global EV sales see slowest growth on China, US policy changes Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 13:50 In November 2025, global EV sales reached just under 2 million units, marking a 6% increase.
Japanβs largest banks to lend $13.7b to chipmaker Rapidus Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 13:13 This would be Rapidusβ first major private-sector loan, with details still under discussion.
Google to build subsea cables in Papua New Guinea Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 11:52 The $120 million project will enhance digital infrastructure and reduce reliance on single points of failure.
Commerce Secretary says TSMCβs US investment may top $200b Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 12 December 2025 at 11:46 Lutnick believes TSMC's total investment could rise to over US$200 billion, but did not provide evidence for this estimate.
S Korea to invest $191m in next-gen battery tech Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 29 November 2025 at 05:48 The government aims to strengthen the competitiveness of its secondary battery industry amid rising global competition, particularly from China.
Google withdraws EU antitrust complaint against Microsoft Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 29 November 2025 at 05:36 Last year, Google accused Microsoft of anti-competitive tactics that allegedly locked customers into its Azure cloud platform.
Amazon, Flipkart move into consumer lending in India Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 29 November 2025 at 05:33 Both Amazon and Flipkart rank among the top 10 platforms for payments via Indiaβs Unified Payments Interface.
Japan plans $1.6b extra budget to support AI, chip industries Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 28 November 2025 at 11:36 The amount is lower than last yearβs US$9.59 billion supplementary budget, as the government shifts toward regular budget funding for these sectors.
Baidu expands AI chip business as US Nvidia limits persist Tech in Asia By:Naomi Li Gan 28 November 2025 at 11:20 Baidu uses a mix of its own chips and Nvidia products, and this month shared a five-year plan for Kunlun AI chips.