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- King Liu, founder of Giant, a Taiwanese bicycle maker, died on February 16 at age 91.
- Liu founded Giant in 1972 in Taichung, Taiwan, initially making bikes for others before its own label in 1981.
- Under his leadership, Giant became a leading global bicycle manufacturer, generating more than US$2 billion in annual sales.
- Liu championed cycling and returned to riding at age 73, boosting his health and confidence.
