New GigaMedia (NASDAQ: GIGM) director brings finance expertise

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GigaMedia Limited has appointed Mr. Ying-Chih (Kevin) Liao as a new non-independent, non-executive director, effective January 30, 2026. Liao holds law degrees from National Taiwan University and Harvard Law School and has extensive experience in international corporate finance, commercial corporate matters, and mergers and acquisitions.

He has served in corporate management at Chailease Holding Co., Ltd. since 2006 and is currently its senior executive vice president and chief strategy officer. With his appointment, GigaMedia’s board now has seven members, with more than a majority serving as independent directors.

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15D-16 UNDER

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of January, 2026

Commission File Number: 000-30540

GIGAMEDIA LIMITED

8F, No.22, Lane 407, Section 2, Tiding Boulevard

Neihu District

Taipei, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

(Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.)

Form 20-F [ x ] Form 40-F [ ]

(Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.)

Yes [ ] No [ x ]

(If “Yes” is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b) :82- .)

GIGAMEDIA LIMITED is submitting under cover of Form 6-K:

GigaMedia Announces Ying-Chih Liao Appointed Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of GigaMedia
(attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1)

Signatures

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

	GigaMedia Limited
	(Registrant)
Date: January 30, 2026	By: /s/ HUANG, CHENG-MING
	(Signature)
	Name: HUANG, CHENG-MING
	Title: Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Exhibit 99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	For further information contact:
	Investor Relations Department
	Country/City Code 8862 Tel: 2656-8000
	ir@gigamedia.com.tw

Ying-Chih Liao Appointed Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of GigaMedia

TAIPEI, Taiwan, January 30, 2026 – GigaMedia Limited (NASDAQ: GIGM) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Ying-Chih Liao (a.k.a. Kevin Liao) as new non-independent non-executive director, effective on January 30, 2026.

Mr. Ying-Chih Liao obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree in National Taiwan University and a Master of Laws degree in Law School of Harvard University.

Mr. Liao had been a practicing attorney in a renowned law firm for many years, specialized in international corporate finance, commercial corporate, and mergers and acquisitions. He joined Chailease Holding Co., Ltd. as corporate management in 2006, and currently serves as senior executive vice president and chief strategy officer of Chailease Holding Co., Ltd.

The Board of GigaMedia welcomes the joining of Mr. Ying-Chih Liao.

With the appointment of Mr. Liao, GigaMedia’s Board is comprised of seven members with more than a majority as independent directors.

About GigaMedia

Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, GigaMedia Limited (Singapore registration number: 199905474H) is a diversified provider of digital entertainment services in Taiwan and Hong Kong. GigaMedia's digital entertainment service business is an innovative leader in Asia with growing capabilities of development, distribution and operation of digital entertainments, as well as platform services for games with a focus on mobile games and casual games. More information on GigaMedia can be obtained from www.gigamedia.com.

The statements included above and elsewhere in this press release that are not historical in nature are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. GigaMedia cautions readers that forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those contained in such forward-looking statements. Information as to certain factors that could cause actual results to vary can be found in GigaMedia's Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission in April 2025.

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FAQ

What did GigaMedia (GIGM) announce in this Form 6-K?

GigaMedia announced the appointment of Ying-Chih (Kevin) Liao as a non-independent, non-executive director effective January 30, 2026. His addition brings the board to seven members, with more than a majority serving as independent directors, according to the company.

Who is Ying-Chih (Kevin) Liao, the new GigaMedia (GIGM) director?

Ying-Chih (Kevin) Liao is a legal and corporate finance professional with law degrees from National Taiwan University and Harvard Law School. He previously practiced law in a renowned firm and now serves as senior executive vice president and chief strategy officer at Chailease Holding.

What role will Ying-Chih Liao hold on GigaMedia’s (GIGM) board?

Ying-Chih Liao has been appointed as a non-independent, non-executive director on GigaMedia’s board. This role focuses on board-level oversight and strategic input rather than day-to-day management, complementing his extensive background in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions.

How does Ying-Chih Liao’s appointment change GigaMedia’s (GIGM) board structure?

With Ying-Chih Liao’s appointment, GigaMedia’s board now consists of seven directors. The company states that more than a majority of these seven board members are independent directors, which supports its corporate governance structure and oversight framework.

What is Ying-Chih Liao’s current position outside GigaMedia (GIGM)?

Outside GigaMedia, Ying-Chih Liao serves as senior executive vice president and chief strategy officer of Chailease Holding Co., Ltd. He joined Chailease in 2006 in corporate management, building significant experience in corporate strategy and international corporate finance.

What business does GigaMedia (GIGM) operate in Taiwan and Hong Kong?

GigaMedia is a diversified provider of digital entertainment services in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Its business focuses on developing, distributing, and operating digital entertainment and platform services for games, with an emphasis on mobile and casual games across Asian markets.