On 30 October 2025, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Busan, South Korea, in a summit that could redefine the global trade and technology order. It marked their first meeting since Trump's return to the White House and their second in six years, a long-awaited rematch that drew worldwide attention.

Chinese electronics manufacturer Wingtech Technology has filed a formal statement with the Dutch public broadcaster NOS, urging the Netherlands to revoke its decision to temporarily take control of Nexperia, the semiconductor company Wingtech acquired in 2019. The move marks a new flashpoint in the increasingly strained relationship between China and Europe's technology industries, as national security and industrial policy concerns collide.

Flex, a global manufacturing and supply-chain solutions company, reported record earnings for its fiscal second quarter, buoyed by strong demand across its business segments and continued investment in data center infrastructure tied to artificial intelligence (AI).

At the 2025 Korea Electronics Show (KES), South Korean giants Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics showcased their visions for the AI-powered home, each taking a distinct approach while emphasizing smart device connectivity as a counter to aggressive Chinese competition.