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Who We Are

Zero One is an independent research and advisory firm focused on the semiconductor and AI supply chain. Founded in Singapore in 2015 and running Asia coverage from Taipei, we publish research on 200+ companies for investors, corporates, and policymakers worldwide. Most of that coverage sits upstream of the companies that make headlines, where orders, pricing, and capacity move first. Our work spans technology investment research, corporate finance advisory, and strategic consulting across Asia-Pacific and international markets.

Independent Research

Focused, independent investment research on technology and growth sectors across Asia and global markets. Distributed through institutional platforms.

Trusted Advisory

Strategic guidance for corporates on capital markets positioning, investor relations, fundraising, and growth strategy across multiple geographies.

Global Perspective

On-the-ground insight from Singapore, Taipei, and Boston, covering companies across 20+ markets with regional depth and global context.

Our Businesses

Focused capabilities across research, advisory, and strategy

Technology Investment Research

Equity research on technology and growth companies across Asia-Pacific and global markets, from single-stock coverage to sector and supply chain work.

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Corporate Finance Advisory

Strategic advisory for growth-stage companies navigating capital markets, investor outreach, and public market positioning.

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Strategic Consulting

Sector analysis, competitive assessment, and market entry strategy for companies and investors operating in technology ecosystems.

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Company Due Diligence

Independent research and analysis for investors evaluating potential investments, acquisition targets, and strategic partnerships.

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Research

Our latest analysis on technology companies and growth markets

Semiconductors

TSMC 2Q26 Earnings: Full-Year Growth Guided to Slightly Above 40%, Ahead of the Street

July 18, 2026 · 15 min read

TSMC beat every guided line in 2Q26 and raised FY26 revenue growth guidance to slightly above 40% in US dollar terms, above pre-print consensus, with the capital budget lifted to US$60-64bn and US$100bn more committed to Arizona.

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Weekly

The Blade Weekly: Intel Pulls Chip Orders Back From TSMC to Its Own Leading-Edge Fab

July 18, 2026 · 11 min read

Intel moved most of its flagship chip work back from TSMC's 2nm to its own 18A fab, TSMC raised its full-year guide past 40%, and memory's supply signals held even as SK Hynix sold off.

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Preview

Winbond 2Q26 Preview: The Street's Full Year Needs Monthly Revenue 22% Above June's Record

July 14, 2026 · 11 min read

Winbond is expected to report 2Q26 results on 5 August. Quarterly revenue is already public at NT$59.8bn, up 56% QoQ, on reported monthlies. The release's new information is the margin print and the pricing outlook; the street's FY26E implies second-half monthly revenue 22% above June's record.

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Collaborating with leading AI and deep tech ecosystems

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AI Infrastructure for Agent Builders

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Collaborative Deep Tech VC Hub

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Global Presence

Research and advisory across Asia-Pacific and the Americas

SINGAPORE

Singapore

Asia-Pacific headquarters. Founded 2015. Home of our research hub and regional advisory operations.

TAIPEI

Taipei

Asia research coverage hub. Deep access to Taiwan's technology ecosystem, semiconductor supply chain, and regional markets.

BOSTON

Boston

Americas operations. Corporate finance advisory and U.S. investor engagement, bridging Western capital with Asian growth companies.

Leadership

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Vincent Fernando, CFA

Founder & Executive Director

Over 20 years of global markets experience as an entrepreneur and investor across five countries. Established Zero One in Singapore in 2015, and leads Asia research coverage from Taipei. Previously built deep expertise in investment research for family offices and investment banks across multiple asset classes and geographies.

CFA CharterholderColumbia Business SchoolMIT FinTechTufts University

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