America Signs Semiconductor Trade Deal with Taiwan
This unprecedented commitment will strengthen U.S. economic resilience, create high-paying jobs, and bolster national security. The agreement establishes a strategic economic partnership between the United States and Taiwan to decisively strengthen U.S. domestic semiconductor supply chains and secure America’s technological and industrial leadership. Taiwan will facilitate U.S. investment in the Taiwanese semiconductor, AI, defense technology, telecommunications, and biotechnology industries to expand market access for American companies, deepen technological collaboration, and strengthen U.S. leadership in critical and emerging industries. The agreement will enhance balanced trade through a predictable tariff framework. America Signs Semiconductor Trade Deal With Taiwan – electrifiED
LEDVANCE has expanded its emergency lighting portfolio with a new solution designed to combine dependable performance with practical installation features. The Emergency Twin Spot luminaire is designed for applications where high visibility and directional emergency lighting are required. Suitable for use in both indoor and outdoor environments, its IP65-rated housing offers protection against dust and moisture, making it appropriate for areas such as warehouses, car parks, plant rooms, and external escape routes. Two adjustable spotlights allow installers to direct light precisely where it is needed, helping to improve coverage along defined escape paths. The luminaire is equipped with a LiFePO4 battery, providing a minimum of three hours emergency operation, and is supplied with mounting accessories to help streamline installation on site. 
Lutron Electronics has released its Luxury Residential 2026 Trend Report: Living with Light, providing an in-depth look at emerging trends in residential lighting, automated shades, and controls. Informed by custom surveys from The Harris Poll driven by insights from high-net-worth homeowners and residential designers and architects, as well as Lutron sales and product data, the report highlights how lighting, shading, and controls are now central to both the aesthetic and emotional experience of a home. The report strongly signals that homes are increasingly prioritizing mood, wellness, and personalization. Motorized shades and app-controlled lighting are shifting from luxury upgrades to expected design essentials, while layered, tunable light is foundational to creating spaces that feel human, flexible, and attuned to the rhythms of daily life. Key findings:
The launch of Acuity Brands’s Gotham IVO was centered around a contractor-first approach to ensure that electricians, contractors, and field installers were well informed, engaged, and supported at each phase of adoption. This approach also extended to distribution channels, which ensured a smooth process from ordering to installation, with an emphasis on making it easier to sell and manage product inventory. Acuity Brands also produced two features and benefits videos, an email signature, a family brochure, and a news release.