AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-22 00:00–03:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 33 items from 3 sources; Japan, 8 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Can you still buy actively managed ETFs? Experts share their “priority watchlist”: buy during sharp dipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634485Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:47:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Following a sharp rally in Taiwan stocks, analysts recommend investing in actively managed ETFs during market downturns. Their professional management teams may outperform indexes, making them a strategic opportunity for retail investors. Is SpaceX’s post-listing honeymoon over? $1.4 trillion wiped out in less than 2 months; Hsieh Chin-ho says the stock price is like “an old man walking a dog”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634486Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:46:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒SpaceX’s valuation fell by $1.4 trillion in 2 months after a bubble-like surge ahead of its listing. Taiwanese columnist Hsieh Chin-ho criticized the stock’s sluggishness, saying it was “like an old man walking a dog.” Expectations for growth are being adjusted to reality. Pew survey: Xi Jinping’s favorability surpasses Trump’s! Global views of the United States continue to hit new lows as China riseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634487Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:38:27 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A survey by the U.S. think tank Pew Research Center found that President Xi Jinping had higher favorability ratings than President Trump in 37 countries. This marks a major shift in international public opinion and indicates China’s diplomatic position has strengthened relative to the United States. Will Taiwan stocks crash again on Wednesday? Experts forecast market direction, urging particular attention to whether “these stocks” can hold their gainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634488Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:12:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After setting its biggest-ever decline, Taiwan’s stock market rebounded 1,783 points on the 21st, its largest single-day gain on record. Analyst Chen Wei-tai predicts that a strong short-term rally is unlikely and says investors should watch whether holdings in high-performing stocks remain stable. Could Tainan’s political landscape shift? Hsieh Lung-chieh reveals infighting within the DPP: Some want me to block Chen Ting-feihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634489Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:02:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In the 2026 Tainan mayoral election, KMT candidate Hsieh Lung-chieh will face DPP candidate Chen Ting-fei. Hsieh said factions within the DPP want him to block Chen, reflecting the party’s lack of unity and the possibility of a shift in the race. Hon Hai predicts the arrival of the “fully autonomous driving” era by 2040! EV strategy chief: Future generations may not even know what a driver’s license ishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634357Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:53:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒鴻海電動車策略長關潤在GDS2026預言2040年將迎來全自動駕駛時代，L4級技術搭載率達8成，強調自動駕駛與電動車的高契合度及成本下降趨勢。 Former Fire Agency chief’s LINE account hacked; sends subordinates repeated messages asking to “lend me NT$100,000.” Online users joke: Scammers have struck goldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634358Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:18:02 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The LINE account of a former fire chief was hacked, and scam messages asking numerous contacts to lend 100,000 yen were sent. The fire department has issued a warning and urged the public to be cautious. Renovation company’s contract to supply “NT$570 million in explosives” falls through and is canceled; Ministry of National Defense says it will use supplemental or annual budgets for production by the Armaments Bureauhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634359Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:14:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense terminated its NT$570 million arms procurement contract with 福麦国际 after the company failed to obtain an export permit for explosives, and imposed a fine of more than NT$83.98 million. Production will instead be handled in-house by the Armaments Bureau. The company was originally a renovation contractor, raising questions about procurement eligibility. Completing a 1,055-kilometer ride around Taiwan in 48 hours: 26 Donghai EMBA riders take on the elements and push their limits for the program’s 20th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634376Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒東海大學EMBA校友完成48小時環台1055公里挑戰，慶祝成立20週年，展現團隊凝聚力與跨界交流精神。 Baishatun Gongtian Temple opens its second pilgrim lodging building, with room for 800; Chung Tung-chin praises its sweeping mountain and sea viewshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634377Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Baishatun Gongtian Temple’s second pilgrim lodging building opened on July 21, 2027. Built at a cost of NT$520 million, it can accommodate 800 people, boosting capacity for pilgrims and tourists. County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin attended the ribbon-cutting and praised its mountain and sea views. “Nantou Go! Hong Kong launch”: Nantou tourism heads to the Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634378Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:39:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Nantou County took part in the Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo under the theme “Nantou Go! Good Travel Nantou launches in Hong Kong,” and partnered with numerous Hong Kong travel industry representatives. Building on linguistic and cultural affinity, it is strengthening its international tourism strategy around Taiwan Tourist Shuttle services. Listening to public opinion, investing about NT$25 million to improve tribal environments: Hsu Shu-hua visits local infrastructure projects in Ren’ai’s indigenous communitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634379Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:36:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Nantou County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua visited Ren’ai Township and is advancing infrastructure improvements in Indigenous villages with an investment of about 25 million yen. Public works are being improved to reflect residents’ views. 10 outstanding young farmers from Changhua County selected for the “8th Top 100 Young Farmers” listhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634380Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:33:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒10 young farmers from Changhua County were selected for the “8th Top 100 Young Farmers” list, showcasing the diversity of the county’s agricultural development. The county government is promoting smart agriculture and marketing strategies to help young farmers improve their competitiveness. Lu Shiow-yen convenes heads of 17 counties and cities for an online national conference on combating tainted oil; puts forward 10 points of consensus and urges the central government to improve food safety systemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634381Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:31:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In response to the Zhonglian oil products incident, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen partnered with 17 counties and cities to hold the “Online National Conference on Anti-Adulterated Oil” and propose food safety system reforms. She called on the central government to take urgent action and strengthen the system. Taichung City Government continues measures such as widening sidewalks and adding dedicated pedestrian signal phases to improve pedestrian accesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634384Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:27:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taichung City Government is prioritizing pedestrian safety by widening crosswalks from 3 meters to 6 meters and installing dedicated signals. The impact is clear, with traffic fatalities down 64.3% from the previous year. 朋思富’s “Between Carbon and Silicon” comes to the National Taichung Theater; AI co-creation art exhibition explores a new dialogue between technology and the humanitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634385Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:23:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒朋思富實業 held the AI art exhibition “Between Carbon and Silicon” at the National Taichung Theater, combining generative AI with humanistic creativity to showcase human-machine collaboration, foster dialogue between technology and society, and strengthen its image as a company building out its AI computing capabilities. Taichung leads Taiwan’s 6 special municipalities in annual growth in household disposable income; Lu Shiow-yen highlights welfare and transportation policieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634387Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taichung ranked first among Taiwan’s 6 special municipalities in annual growth in household disposable income. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen credited low taxes, streamlined administration, and transportation and welfare policies, and said the city is expanding YouBike stations and holding a national food safety conference. 370 hot pot and barbecue businesses compete; 34 advance to expert judging in the 2026 Taichung Hot Pot and Barbecue Festivalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634389Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒More than 370 businesses signed up for the 2026 Taichung Hot Pot and Barbecue Festival, which for the first time introduced a dual-track system of expert judging and public voting. 34 outstanding restaurants advanced to on-site evaluations to compete for awards including the Golden Pot Award. Taichung Metro’s “Ferrari of the piano world” sparks a playing craze; riders call it a romantic surprise on their commutehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634391Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:14:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 台中市政府文化局 and Taichung Metro installed the Fazioli F308, a prized piano valued at tens of millions, at a metro station and held an event inviting residents to play it freely. The daily commute was transformed into a concert hall. Taiwan’s first “reproductive bank concept center” opens as experienced physician Chang Yung-ling partners with Kuang Tien General Hospital to establish the Sanshen Reproductive Centerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634394Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s first “reproductive bank concept gallery” has opened, established by experienced physician Chang Yung-ling and 光田病院. Aimed at providing women with 360-degree health support, it is drawing attention as a measure to address the declining birthrate. The 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Challenge has opened in Brisbane, Australia!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636924Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:33:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES KKT合同会社 invests more than 100 million yen in ミントフラッグ株式会社, developer of the AI English-learning app “Magna and the Mysterious Girl”.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636922Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:21:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES A new way to enjoy authentic okonomiyaki with ease! “千房 chibo's kitchen” opens in the 阪神大食堂フードホール on the 9th floor of 阪神梅田本店!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634424https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634424Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The latest brand management for communicating what makes a company uniquehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634423https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634423Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The 6-member idol group Devil ANTHEM. releases “UP 2026ver.” today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634422https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634422Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 『にゃんこ大戦争』期間限定イベント「超水曜にゃんこDAY」開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634421https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634421Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Aug. 5 event; registration open] Your first step to understanding longevity. Learn about Japan’s potential through the latest developments around the world in an online seminarhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634417Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:59:16 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Patent secured] Essential patent for a “high-reliability data collaboration platform”: Part 2! The ideal data collaboration platform, realized through “CoP (Chain of Provenance)” × “CoC (Chain of Custody)” × “AI orchestration” × “blockchain”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634418Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:58:46 +0900JapanPR TIMES Entering the AI server CPU market! 輝達’s Vera begins shipping, taking aim at 英特爾 and 超微 strongholdshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636802Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:00:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網輝達 has begun shipping Vera, its in-house-designed server CPU, which is specialized for AI agent workloads. The move marks a full-scale entry into a market long dominated by Intel and AMD, and is part of its strategy to vertically integrate AI infrastructure. You can rent an iPhone, too! Apple partners with Klarna to launch the “Apple Upgrade” servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636803Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Apple is partnering with Klarna to launch “Apple Upgrade” in the United States on July 28, offering iPhones and other devices through low-cost leases. The move marks a turning point in its hardware sales strategy. China’s low-cost AI is coming: Why is it turning into a major boon for chip stocks such as Nvidia and Micron?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634425https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634425Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:00:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI unveiled Kimi K3, a high-performance AI model developed at low cost, drawing market attention. The move could instead boost demand for U.S. semiconductor companies, drawing increased interest from investors. Is 英特爾’s foundry business finally taking off? Company lands its first named customer since Chen Li-wu took overhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634426Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網英特爾 announced that Fortinet will use its foundry services to manufacture SP6 security chips, making it the first named customer since Chen Li-wu took over as CEO. The deal could boost market confidence in the company’s ability to mass-produce chips using advanced process technologies. Is the Fed really going to raise interest rates? Two-thirds of economists say the odds are highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634297Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 Weight-loss drug battle goes to court! Novo Nordisk sues Eli Lilly over allegedly misleading advertisinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634298Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:30:23 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Novo Nordisk has sued Lilly, alleging that its advertising is misleading. The legal dispute over comparisons of GLP-1 product efficacy is playing out in a U.S. federal court, intensifying the battle for market dominance. Cnyes flash: Latest FactSet survey cuts Netflix NFLX-US price target to $96, a reduction of about 4%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634299Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:15:38 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A FactSet survey found that 47 analysts lowered Netflix’s median price target to $96. The market outlook remains somewhat cautious, providing a reference point for investment decisions. French Senate passes bill banning children under 15 from using social mediahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636925Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:46:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 美國祭出新關稅 加拿大總理：正評估各項應對方式https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1636923Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:29:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Tech stocks and earnings offset concerns over U.S.-Iran tensions; European shares reboundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634546Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:25:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Former 彭博 reporter: Taiwan revives the heyday of Asia’s Four Tigers through economic decoupling from China and closer ties with the United Stateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634545Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:07:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Attendees say Chen Shih-chung directed that local views be incorporated into amendments to the Food Safety Acthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634420https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634420Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:10:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. State Department: Rubio to meet Wang Yi during ASEAN foreign ministers’ meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634419https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260722-00/index-en.html#n1634419Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:57:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA