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Taiwan’s industrial production surges 13.42% driven by electronics demand

Huang Wei-jie, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Statistics at Taiwan, attributed this robust performance to restocking requirements linked to new technology product launches and substantial investments by U.S. tech giants in AI development. While the momentum in industrial production appears sustainable, Huang cautioned that growth may slow slightly in September as some non-tech firms face challenges and opt for maintenance inspections, as indicated by the ministry’s monthly survey.

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Korean government to ease network separation rules for financial firms, allowing generative AI integration

The current network separation rules, established in 2013, require financial firms to maintain a physical separation between internal and external networks to ensure security. However, this regulation has increasingly been viewed as an impediment to the adoption of cutting-edge digital services, particularly as cloud computing and AI technologies have become more integral to business operations.

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Kishida urges the expert panel to emphasize safety and competitiveness in AI regulation

At the inaugural meeting of the AI Systems Study Group, held at the Prime Minister’s Office, Kishida outlined four foundational principles for the proposed regulations: ensuring AI security and competitiveness, creating adaptable legal frameworks to keep pace with technological advancements, aligning with international guidelines, and ensuring responsible AI procurement and usage by the government.