TSMC posted record third-quarter profits as strong demand for AI and smartphone chips drove revenue up more than 30% and profits up about 39% year-on-year. Chinese export controls on rare earths are the latest sticking point in US-China trade ties, with Taiwanese companies watching how they play out. And a Taiwanese firm has showcased its drones and unmanned boats at the annual US Army expo in Washington. Plus:
- With China ramping up military activity around Taiwan, an expert weighs in on Taipei's efforts to invest more in defense.
- An exhibition in Taipei is taking people on a journey to explore the history of Taiwan's Golden Bell Awards, which celebrate achievement in TV and radio production.
- Taiwan's national football team head coach called it quits suddenly after a devastating loss to Thailand.