The use of closed-circuit television (CCTV) for security, surveillance, and crime control has grown to unprecedented levels over the past decade, thanks to software improvements, the miniaturization of IC chips, cost reductions, and the increasing popularity of broadband Internet networks worldwide

Taipei, Feb. 19, 2004 (CENS)--An alliance co-organized by local leading information-technology manufacturers DynaCommware Corp. and the Lite-On Group will launch digital TV broadcasting service on Feb. 25, heating up the competition in Taiwan's nascent but fast growing digital TV market. The Li

AC Power Corp. of Taiwan recently demonstrated its brand-new APU advanced uninterruptible power supply (UPS) equipment series, featuring unmatched user-friendliness and comprehensive functions. The APU series consists of about 30 models, with power output ranging from 10 KVA to 80 KVA. The new A

Established in 2003, Active Development Co., Ltd. Is a young high-tech company with strong R&D and manufacturing capability in video-surveillance and multimedia products. It supplies a wide range of products, including a comprehensive series of security items such as PCI-based digital video reco

Infra-Red Sensor Technology Corp. has carved out a niche in the lighting market with its patented infra-red sensor system, originally developed for security systems. The company presented the device, which it calls the "Digital Passive Infra Red Module," three years ago. When used on lamps, the sen

Infra-Red Sensor Technology Corp., Taiwan's No. 1 supplier of digital infrared sensors for security systems, recently rolled out three new models-the LC900, LC901, and LC502A--all of which are activated by the firm's in-house-designed "Digital Passive Infra Red Module". The LC900 and LC9001 are

Publicly listed Mobiletron Electronics Co., a maker of auto-ignition parts, recently announced that it would invest NT$240 million (US$6.98 million at NT$34.4:US$1) to build a new global headquarters in the central Taiwan city of Taichung. The new facility is to be completed in the second quarter o

Tung Chen-cho, the owner of a prominent retail chain selling the traditional Hakka mashu snack, set up an Internet store in 1999 to help expand his NT$100 million (US$2.9 million at NT$34:US$1) annual-revenue business. Today, the cyberstore rakes in as much revenue as any one of the chain's 10 reta

The 2003 edition of the annual Hong Kong International Lighting Fair, the largest of its kind in Asia and fourth largest in the world, was held Oct. 27-30. It attracted 742 exhibitors (up 58% from 2002) and 18,428 buyers (down 22%). A spokesperson for the show's organizer, the Hong Kong Trade De

Once considered a niche product sold to government and corporate buyers with cash to spare, the light-emitting diode (LED) light is rapidly becoming a mass-market item as prices fall and brightness increases. The longer life and reduced power consumption of LED lights, compared with tungsten and ev

Las Vegas, Nov. 19, 2003 (CENS)--Linksys of the United States, a globally leading brand of small office, home office (SOHO) networking equipment, recently claimed that it would jump into the family entertainment market early next year and compete with such big international brands as Sony, Samsung

Taipei, Nov. 11, 2003 (CENS)--Computer software developer Sun Microsystems of the United States plans to open a US$50 million laboratory in Taiwan to focus on the development of Linux software and third-generation cellular software based on Java program. According to Sun Microsystems' mainland

Riding the crest of Taiwan's high-flying electronics industry, local switch makers have enjoyed banner sales in recent years as they hone their technical edge and expand into high-margin niche markets. Many of these gains have come through specialization and close cooperation within the local s

Taipei, Oct. 21, 2003 (CENS)--At yesterday's opening ceremony for 2003 Taiwan Business Alliance Conference, President Chen Shui-bian vowed to further improve Taiwan's investment climate and stressed that Taiwan is now ready to welcome any investments from the world. The three-day conference, att

The 2003 Taipei International Computer Show (Computex Taipei 2003) wrapped up a successful five-day run on September 26, attracting over 22,000 international buyers and sparking a pre-Christmas buying frenzy. According to China External Trade Development Council (CETRA), co-organizer of Compute

Taipei, Oct. 7, 2003 (CENS)--The 2003 Taiwan International Electronics Show (2003 Taitronics), one of the most important annual events for Asian’s electronics industry, will be held in Taipei in October, including the Taitronics Components & Equipment slated for Oct. 9-13, and Finished Products Oct

Taipei, Oct. 1, 2003 (CENS)--Beginning today, inbound foreign tourists will be allowed to apply for 5% business tax returns after they purchase the products subject to the tax rebate regulations announced by the government. Under the rules, the products purchased should be portable goods for dai

Taipei, Sept. 10, 2003 (CENS)—HiTrust Co., an electronic commerce subsidiary of Acer Group, recently announced it has offered NT$250 million (US$7.33 million at US$1:NT$34.1) to acquire a 53% stake in Ivan Information Technology Company, the sales agent of the U.S.-based Hewlett Packard Corp. (HP)

Taipei, Sept. 10, 2003 (CENS)—To encourage foreigners to visit Taiwan for sightseeing and shopping, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) recently announced that foreign visitors could apply for business tax returns after they purchase 'specific products' during their stay on the island. The new measure

With strong support from the island's advanced-electronics industry and a firmly established parts-supply network, Taiwan's manufacturers of car alarms have gained what at first sight seems an unassailable foothold in the international market. In fact, the 200 or so producers in the line fill about

Taipei, Aug. 28, 2003 (CENS)--A high-profile delegation composed of government officials and e-services business leaders will leave for the U.S. on Sept. 7 to familiarize qualified Taiwan firms with U.S. technologies and expertise. The delegation, to be led by Minister without Portfolio Tsai Chi

Taipei, Aug. 19, 2003 (CENS)--RF-Link Systems Inc., a local manufacturer of RF (radio frequency) wireless communication products listed on the local over-the-counter bourse, will offer wireless modules for use in LCD (liquid crystal display) TVs in September. RF-Link Systems specializes in apply

The China External Trade Development Council (CETRA) and the Taipei Computer Association (CPA) recently held a joint press conference to introduce the 2003 Taipei International Computer Show (Computex Taipei 2003), which will be held on Sept. 22-26. Computex, originally scheduled for June but delay

Taipei, July 31, 2003 (CENS)--Asia Pacific Broadband Wireless Co., Ltd. Chairman L.T. Wang predicted that the launch of his company's third-generation (3G) cellular service would bring lucrative business opportunities to 3G handset and content suppliers in Taiwan. Wang said his company plans to

Taipei, July 18, 2003 (CENS)--Chairwoman Tsai Ing-wen of the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said her council has completed an impact evaluation concerning the direct transportation links across the Taiwan Strait with focus on convenient and safe cargo service. She said the MAC should be able to

Taipei, July 14, 2003 (CENS)--Economics Minister Lin Yi-fu said the government has been maintaining communications with the U.S. government concerning bilateral trade issues. But he declined to comment on the American reluctance to hold senior level meetings. Lin, who just returned yesterday fro

Taipei, July 3, 2003 (CENS)--The UBS Waraburg Group of Switzerland yesterday unveiled the financial giant's new corporate identity system (CIS). The new name for all of the group's business divisions will be shortened to 'UBS'. The famous logo of the three keys representing security, secrecy and

SARS has caused quite a lot of damage to Taiwan’s economy, and has exposed a number of latent problems. For these reasons, at this time when the epidemic is gradually stabilizing but SARS or some other infectious disease might resurface at any time, it is proper for the government to have proposed

Taipei, June 17, 2003 (CENS)--Taiwan's Mobiletron Electronics Co., Ltd. Recently announced that it would give a board seat to the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) in order to accelerate its globalization and dilute its image as a family-run enterprise. Mobiletron president Ts

Taipei, June 5, 2003 (CENS)--Economics Minister Lin Yi-fu yesterday said that he voiced Taiwan's strong support to the anti-SARS and anti-terrorism efforts in the Asia Pacific region, but he did not hold bilateral talks with his Beijing counterpart. Returning from the ministerial meeting of the