US plans to bolster critical minerals supply with allies amid China competition
The US is reportedly planning to seek agreements with eight allied countries to enhance the critical minerals supply chain and …
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Opened FDI projects in APAC grew in 2024 but projected to fall
The number of greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) projects opened in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region grew by 23% in 2024, …
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Frontline AI: The deskless AI transformation is next
The next big AI transformation will be on warehouse floors and within industrial field operations as AI deployment brings automation …
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The race is on for Africa’s critical minerals
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to around 30% of proven global critical mineral reserves, according to the International Monetary Fund. The …
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Intel to invest additional $208m to expand Malaysian semiconductor operations
Intel plans to invest an extra $207.9m to expand its assembly and testing operations in Malaysia, said Prime Minister Anwar …
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Location stability is as important as incentive generosity in R&D investment
Geopolitical tensions, changing trade alliances and fluctuating government policies are reshaping how global companies decide where to invest in research …
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Indonesia to streamline measures for foreign investment in emission-reduction projects
Indonesia is preparing to simplify its approach to attract increased foreign investment and banking participation in projects aimed at reducing …
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Canada’s foreign direct investment declines in Q3 2025
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Canada totalled C$18.2bn between July and September 2025, as against C$29.9bn in the third quarter …
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Taiwan-US semiconductor investment talks may expand chip production and training
The US administration is in discussions with Taiwan regarding a potential agreement that could see Taiwanese semiconductor investment in US …
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Apple challenges Indian antitrust law that could trigger $38bn fines
Apple has launched a legal challenge against India's updated antitrust penalty legislation, which could see the technology company facing penalties …
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The crucial role of oil and gas in the energy transition
With the global energy mix shifting toward renewables, the question of reliable access to power continues to arise. The role …
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Offshore wind: The evolution of foundations and reducing costs
Foundations for offshore wind turbines are changing in line with the innovations in technologies, with Scotland demonstrating what can be …
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Public sector R&D cuts could be the “silent economic killers” of US exceptionalism
There are no shortage of reasons for foreign companies to invest in the US. It is the world’s biggest consumer market, it is where start-ups have …
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Volkswagen considers expansion of China-developed car exports to global markets
Volkswagen is considering opportunities for China-developed car exports to additional international markets, according to Volkswagen Group China chief technology officer …
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US urges EU to revise digital rules to lower steel and aluminium tariffs
Trade discussions between the US and EU have placed tech regulation tariffs at the forefront, with the US requesting modifications …
