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Nexperia Faces Internal Power Struggle as China Unit Declares Operational Independence

Tensions escalate at Nexperia as its Chinese subsidiary asserts operational independence from Dutch headquarters. The power struggle emerges amid reports of production adjustments and supply chain concerns in the semiconductor sector.

Control Dispute Intensifies at Semiconductor Manufacturer

Nexperia, the major semiconductor manufacturer, is experiencing escalating internal tensions as a control dispute between its Dutch headquarters and Chinese operations intensifies, according to reports from multiple media sources. The conflict emerged publicly when the company’s China branch released communications addressing operational control and employee compensation matters.

by Oliver Keaton
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Apple’s iPhone Air Sees Record Pre-Order Demand in Chinese Market Following eSIM Approval

Apple’s latest iPhone Air model has reportedly sold out across Chinese online platforms within hours of pre-orders opening. The surge in demand follows recent government approval of eSIM technology for smartphones in China, removing previous regulatory barriers for the device’s launch.

Record-Breaking Pre-Order Response

Apple’s iPhone Air has reportedly sold out across online stores in China within hours of pre-orders opening on Friday, according to reports from the South China Morning Post. Sources indicate that demand surged immediately after pre-orders became available, with multiple color and storage configurations listed as unavailable within the first two hours across both Apple’s official online store and their Tmall flagship store.

by Oliver Keaton