How do Taiwanese startups break out of a limited domestic market and compete on the global stage? In this episode, we explore how founders are overcoming the TAM (Total Addressable Market) hurdle by expanding into Southeast Asia and Japan — and how companies like Appier, Gogoro, and Perfect Corp. have built real global momentum.

Taiwan’s Employment Gold Card has opened doors for global professionals, but is it enough to make them stay? In this episode of Taiwan Tech Dispatch, host White Hsu explores how recent policy shifts—like Taiwan’s updated permanent residency rules (APRC)—signal a deeper commitment to long-term talent retention.

Trump is back—and so are the tariffs.

In this episode of Taiwan Tech Dispatch, we explore the potential merger between UMC (United Microelectronics Corporation) and GlobalFoundries — a move that could reshape the global semiconductor landscape.

Taiwan’s tech sector is booming, with world-leading innovations in semiconductors, AI, and cloud infrastructure.

In this episode of Taiwan Tech Dispatch, host White Hsu explores Taiwan’s growing ecosystem of software and AI startups—beyond its legacy in semiconductors and hardware.

n this episode of Taiwan Tech Dispatch, host White Hsu dives into the world of dividend investing through the lens of EASTECH (5225.TW), a Taiwanese hidden champion and global leader in audio modules. We explore insights from their 2025 shareholder meeting—how EASTECH balances innovation with steady capital returns, and what it can teach long-term investors about conviction, capital discipline, and value creation. Whether you're a seasoned investor or startup founder, this is a masterclass in sustainable growth.

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🎙️ In this episode of Taiwan Tech Dispatch, host White Hsu takes you behind the scenes at IBM Think 2025 in Boston — one of the biggest enterprise tech conferences of the year.

In this episode of Taiwan Tech Dispatch, we explore the unexpected partnership between Foxconn and Mitsubishi Motors — from the heart of Taiwan’s manufacturing to Australia and New Zealand’s EV markets.