2025-01-24
As digitalization sweeps across the globe, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a key force in reshaping society and industries. The rapid advancement of AI is redefining human life and business models, with applications extending to autonomous driving, precision medicine, smart manufacturing, and fintech. Taiwan, as a critical hub for the global technology industry, boasts a robust semiconductor supply chain, a highly flexible and agile manufacturing sector, and a growing pool of AI talent, creating a unique environment for the implementation of AI technologies. However, intensifying global competition and rapid technological advancements compel Taiwanese enterprises and the government to seek breakthroughs in innovation and practical applications, turning AI's potential into new momentum for industrial upgrades and economic growth.
The application of AI technology not only revitalizes traditional industries but also fosters entirely new business models. In the realm of edge computing, the proliferation of IoT devices and the growing need for low-latency, high-privacy computing are driving edge intelligence to gradually replace certain functions of cloud computing and become the foundation for next-generation smart applications. Through the design and implementation of high-performance chips, such as system-on-chip microprocessors (MCUs) integrating neural network processing units (NPUs), businesses can perform data analysis and inference locally, reducing dependence on the cloud. These technologies have been widely applied in smart sensors, smart appliances, and smart manufacturing equipment, enhancing product efficiency and economic value.
Generative AI is driving a new wave of transformation. With breakthroughs in natural language processing and image generation, it is widely used in creative design, content generation, and marketing promotion. For instance, by leveraging large language models (LLMs), businesses can efficiently generate customized marketing content and even create new digital products. In healthcare, AI technologies analyze vast amounts of clinical data and patient histories through deep learning, enabling more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans, further advancing the field of precision medicine.
CES 2025 showcases cutting-edge AI advancements in smart mobility, smart living, and edge computing. For instance, Toyota demonstrated how AI enables two autonomous vehicles to perform synchronized drifting, avoiding collisions while competing in close proximity. Similarly, at CES 2025, Taiwan's Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) unveiled the AI Badminton Coach that integrates generative AI to rapidly assess skills and customize training plans, empowering individuals to excel in the sport. This innovation won the TWICE Picks Award from the official media of CTA, the event organizer.The development of AI in Taiwan can be summarized into three dimensions: technological innovation, diversified applications, and ecosystem refinement.
Technological Innovation:
Taiwan's semiconductor-driven technological advantages serve as a robust foundation for AI research and development. By developing low-power, high-performance AI-specific chips, Taiwanese companies continue to strengthen their competitiveness in the global market. Meanwhile, advancements in generative AI and edge intelligence will drive more efficient integration of algorithms and hardware, enabling broader AI applications.
Diversified Applications:
Expanding AI applications injects new momentum into industries, particularly in smart cities, green energy, and low-carbon technologies. For example, AI-powered intelligent transportation systems can alleviate urban traffic congestion, reduce energy consumption, and foster sustainable development. Furthermore, the integration of AI in education will reshape learning models, from personalized teaching to immersive learning, making education more efficient and equitable.
Taiwan possesses strong industrial chain advantages and technical expertise in AI development and applications. However, as global AI competition intensifies, Taiwan must accelerate technological innovation, enhance talent cultivation, and strengthen the overall resilience of its industrial ecosystem. At the same time, the government and businesses must collaborate to provide comprehensive support, including infrastructure development, regulatory improvements, and financial incentives, for the promotion and commercialization of new technologies,.
Taiwan is pivotal to the global AI industry with the rapid evolution of AI. The government's proactive initiatives aim to establish Taiwan as an "AI Island," creating an influential and innovation ecosystem. Against this backdrop, the exemplary effect of the Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City will become increasingly prominent, serving as a model for Taiwan's AI industry development. By continually advancing technological innovation and fostering international collaboration, Taiwan is poised to become a leader in AI technology and applications in the Asia-Pacific region.
Source： Research and Analysis Team, Commercialization and Industry Service Center, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)
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