An advanced-process laboratory jointly established by semiconductor equipment maker Skytech with TSMC has begun operations; it is a base for developing and testing new technologies, especially those related to thin-film deposition

Daan–Dajia River interconnection pipeline, Taiwan's new backup route for shifting water between two major supply systems, entered service; the 16,38-km pipeline links Shigang Dam in Taichung with Liyutan Reservoir in Miaoli adding 255.000 m3 tons daily

Rising memory chip prices have pushed Taiwanese industry players’ 6-months revenue beyond 2025 full-year totals; Analysts said prices are expected to continue rising in Q3 as supply remains tight, forecasting further growth for memory-related companies

Cybersecurity experts warned of possible early-stage influence operations ahead of Taiwan’s local elections later this year, identifying coordinated Facebook page activity and a large-scale wave of nearly identical posts spreading suspiciously