From chips to physical AI: Experts urge Taiwan-US push for trusted drone supply chains at Semicon Taiwan 2026

The concept of trusted supply chains has expanded beyond semiconductors to include unmanned systems and autonomous platforms, elevating their strategic importance. Technologically, this shift will accelerate collaboration between Taiwan and the US in AI chips, sensor integration, and edge computing, fostering standardized interfaces and testing infrastructures. From a policy standpoint, geopolitical tensions are compelling companies to reassess operational costs, particularly in compliance and supply chain resilience. Competitors are likely to accelerate local production strategies to mitigate disruption risks. Within the next 12 months, global unmanned system supply chains will fragment, with certified vendors gaining market dominance.