台積電 announced an additional $100 billion investment in the United States, and AIT praised two-way Taiwan-U.S. economic cooperation. The move comes amid efforts to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain.
New offshore wind power target! Ministry of Economic Affairs aims for 27.9 GW by 2039 and will launch floating wind turbines this year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs announced a target of expanding offshore wind power capacity to 27.9 GW by 2039. It aims to promote a stable power supply by introducing floating wind power and a floor-price system.
From toys to sky-high assets! LDP unhappy: Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! both come from Japan, so why is “pricing power” in the hands of U.S. companies?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party has voiced concern that U.S. companies control pricing in the Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! card markets as they become financial assets, and has begun considering regulations. The move aims to prevent the overseas outflow of the value of Japanese IP.
2 caregivers in the Kai Kai case definitively avoid the death penalty! Wang Hung-wei reveals “key to the ruling,” blasts court: How can anyone murder a child and not be sentenced to death?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In a case in which sisters who worked as nannies abused a 1-year-old boy, 剴剴, over a long period, causing his death, the Supreme Court finalized a life sentence for 劉彩萱 and an 18-year prison term for 劉若琳. Legislator 王鴻薇 strongly criticized the absence of a death sentence.
China's startup AI models rise; Jensen Huang unusually “challenges Washington”: bans will only make the U.S. more vulnerable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chinese AI startup 月之暗面 draws attention with the release of Kimi K3. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang publicly opposes a U.S. ban on Chinese AI models, stressing that open cooperation is key to maintaining U.S. competitiveness. His remarks challenge the mainstream policy stance in Washington.
Cross-strait direct flights set to take off! Liang Wen-chieh confirms 浙江長龍航空 will launch direct flights from Taichung to Chengdu on July 28; applications meeting “2 conditions” will be approved
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
MAC Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh confirmed that 浙江長龍航空 will launch a direct Taichung–Chengdu route on July 28. The main reasons for approval are that both cities are designated direct-flight points and route entitlements remain available, reflecting a gradual resumption of cross-strait aviation exchanges.
Google hit with another hefty EU fine of 890 million euros; U.S.-EU trade war could reignite
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Google was fined 890 million euros by the EU. The DMA violation involved preferential treatment for its search engine and Play Store. Its cumulative fines have exceeded 10.4 billion euros, raising the risk of U.S.-Europe trade tensions.
AI is eroding depth of thought! 知識衛星 will invest 8% of annual revenue in an AI learning revolution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
知識衛星 announced that it will invest 8% of its annual revenue in the AI learning revolution. It is launching a new platform aimed at deepening critical thinking and rebuilding the essence of education.
TOYOTA falls out of the top 10! Latest car safety rankings released, with this brand emerging as a “dark horse” to beat Volvo and Tesla
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the latest safety ratings by U.S. Consumer Reports, マツダ ranked No. 1 among 29 brands. It outperformed トヨタ, テスラ and ボルボ, earning recognition for its overall safety performance.
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai’s approval rating has reached 78.5%, with more than half of supporters across party lines approving of his performance, indicating broad recognition of his governance. The poll also shows Lai Jui-lung leading Ko Chih-en in support for the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election.
Crackdown after ‘insiders’ snap up all the Ichiban Kuji prizes! Japan’s 7-Eleven lays down strict rules: franchisees barred from putting themselves first
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After employees or franchise owners at some Japan 7-Eleven stores stockpiled Ichiban Kuji and other products before their release, leaving ordinary customers unable to buy them, the company terminated contracts with violating stores and issued strict sales rules to ensure fairness.
Ecological review stalls road project north of Yuguang Island; Chen Ting-fei calls for interagency coordination within 2 weeks to break the deadlock
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislator 陳亭妃 urged the relevant agencies to complete technical coordination within 2 weeks over delays in the ecological review of the road north of Yuguang Island. The aim is to balance ecological conservation with transport improvements.
Town resilience drill to ‘slow mobile internet’! Su Chun-pin warns ambulance signals and rural healthcare could be affected; Cho Jung-tai reveals actual impact
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 town resilience drill will, for the first time, include an exercise slowing mobile internet. Taoyuan Deputy Mayor Su Chun-pin warned this could affect ambulance data transmission and rural healthcare, while Executive Yuan Premier Cho Jung-tai clarified that the measure involves slowing service, not cutting off the network. The move has implications for public safety and digital resilience.
Foo Yin University heads to Asia Biotechnology Expo, showcases precision health innovations with industry and academic partners
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Foo Yin University showcased innovations in precision health and smart medicine at the 2026 Asia Biotechnology Expo, working with industry and academic partners to bring technologies into practice and strengthen southern Taiwan’s position in biomedical R&D, with important implications for industry development.
AI industry’s southward shift drives demand for talent; I-Shou University deepens AI education to cultivate job-ready cross-disciplinary talent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In response to the AI industry’s southward shift, I-Shou University is deepening its ‘X+AI 2.0’ education program and developing a smart campus to cultivate cross-disciplinary AI talent. The move is pivotal for talent development and industry growth in southern Taiwan.
Kaohsiung Creative Raft-Building Competition opens for registration; event at Dagang Bridge on Sept. 5 and 6, 2026, with a new craftspeople division offering subsidies of up to NT$10,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Kaohsiung Creative Raft-Building Competition, organized by the Kaohsiung City Government Sports Development Bureau, will be held on September 5–6. This year, the newly introduced “Artisans Division” will receive a subsidy of 10,000 yuan, drawing attention as a marine event focused on creativity and environmental considerations.
You don’t need NT$400 million to live in a luxury mansion! National Property Administration to announce leasing of 20 Taipei Star Diamond units in late July; leases of up to 20 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Finance’s National Property Administration has introduced a new leasing system for state-owned properties, with lease terms of up to 20 years. The first 20 Taipei Star Diamond properties will be offered for lease in late July, aiming to encourage private-sector participation and put idle assets to use.
New book ‘Walking Against the Light’ launched; Hou You-yi urges social workers to stay true to their mission and keep love alive
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The New Taipei City Social Affairs Department launched the book ‘Walking Against the Light,’ documenting the practical experience of 17 veteran social workers. Mayor Hou You-yi praised their professionalism and dedication, emphasizing their importance to the city’s social support system.
New Taipei previews plans for three-nautical-mile coastal conservation zones in Wanli, Ruifang and Gongliao in response to global marine conservation trends
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei City announced plans to establish a marine conservation zone covering a stretch of coastal waters within 3 nautical miles of Wanli, Ruifang and Gongliao. Fishing with spearguns and diving equipment will be prohibited to help restore ecosystems and sustain resources. The measure aligns with the international 30×30 target, and public comments will be accepted through August 17.
AI spending spooks markets! Tesla shares plunge more than 10%, Alphabet tumbles nearly 6%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Alphabet and テスラ announced expanded AI investment, but their share prices plunged amid deteriorating free cash flow. The market is increasingly concerned about rising costs.
〈U.S. premarket〉AI spending and $100 oil weigh on markets! Major indexes open lower, Dow briefly plunges more than 600 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. stock markets fell sharply on the 23rd as concerns over increased AI-related spending by Alphabet and rising oil prices amid worsening Middle East tensions weighed on major indexes. Investors grew more risk-averse, and both stocks and bonds fell.
Oil tanker attacked in Red Sea, risks in Strait of Hormuz rise! Brent crude surges past $100
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Brent crude topped $100 after an oil tanker was attacked in the Red Sea, heightening U.S.-Iran tensions. Risks to energy supplies from the Middle East have resurfaced, fueling market anxiety.
Bond market alarm sounds! Middle East conflict drives oil prices higher, Treasury yields hit an 18-month high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Oil prices surged as the situation in the Middle East worsened, pushing U.S. Treasury yields to an 18-month high. Inflation concerns and expectations that the Federal Reserve will continue raising rates dominated markets.
‘One more attack and I’ll strike Iran!’ Trump issues stern warning to the Houthi movement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that if the Houthis attack commercial vessels in the Red Sea again, the United States would launch a major military retaliation against Iran and the Houthis. Concerns are growing over risks to energy supplies as tensions rise in the Middle East.
European Central Bank holds steady! Energy risks mount, but markets still bet on a rate hike in September
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The 欧州中央銀行 (ECB) temporarily paused rate hikes but signaled a possible increase in September. The risk of rising energy prices is adding to inflation concerns.
Major survey finds 74% of Taiwan businesses eyeing overseas expansion are optimistic; financial and electronics sectors lead, semiconductor industry ranks last
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
In the first-ever New Taiwanese Business Overseas Investment Confidence Index, 74% of Taiwanese businesses said they were confident about investing overseas, but fewer than 10% were very confident. The financial and electronics sectors led, while semiconductors ranked last. The United States and ASEAN drew interest, though challenges remain.
Facing the super-aged society challenge, NSTC says its ‘Aging Technology Industry Program’ has reached more than 550,000 people in 2 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council announced the 2-year results of its “Senior Technology Industry Program,” saying it had reached more than 550,000 people. The program uses Taiwan’s technological strengths to address the challenges of an aging society while fostering industry growth.
Google holds $94.1 billion stake in SpaceX, most of it still subject to sale restrictions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Google parent Alphabet said its holdings reached $94.1 billion after SpaceX’s IPO. Most of the shares are subject to sale restrictions, and the value is largely unrealized gains.
Cnyes Express—Latest FactSet survey: Texas Instruments TXN-US price target raised to 330 yuan, an increase of about 5.6%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A FactSet survey found that the price target for Texas Instruments was raised to $330. More than half of analysts gave the stock an optimistic rating, indicating strong investor interest.
Cnyes Express—Latest FactSet survey: International Business Machines IBM-US price target cut to 250 yuan, a decrease of about 3.85%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A FactSet survey found that the price target for IBM-US was cut from $260 to $250. 21 analysts lowered their estimates, highlighting the market’s cautious stance. This is an important signal for investors.
Gamania Group steps up AI interactive technology efforts, unveils exclusive ‘UTUX system’ for the first time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Gamania Group unveiled its ‘UTUX system’ for the first time at the Comics & Animation Festival. The system will be used in the game ‘Convenience Store’ in 2027, bringing AI characters with memory, growth and decision-making capabilities, and marking a major milestone in the company’s cross-sector AI ecosystem strategy.
Offshore wind round 3-3 sets floor price at NT$2.29; this round adds 3.6GW+ in capacity from terminated sites to expand development
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs announced the contract model for the third phase of offshore wind development, setting a minimum price of 2.29 yuan/kWh. Development capacity will be expanded beyond 3.6 GW to include sites where contracts have been terminated. Penalties will be imposed for failure to meet ESG requirements.
Travel inconvenience insurance to take a broader view of lodging claims for overseas stranding; Financial Supervisory Commission: applies retroactively from 4/1 to three typhoons
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Financial Supervisory Commission coordinated with the non-life insurance association to relax lodging reimbursement standards for travelers stranded overseas because of typhoons. The change applies retroactively to three typhoon events from April 1, 2026, to protect consumer rights.
Three major institutional investors bought a net total of 16.4 billion yen in Taiwan stocks, while foreign investors bought a net 79,000 lots of 緯創. The Taiwan Stock Exchange index rebounded to 44,850 points, with range-bound trading expected in the short term.
〈Earnings〉AI tailwinds fail to help! STMicroelectronics’ Q3 guidance disappoints, shares plunge more than 14% before the bell
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
European semiconductor giant STMicroelectronics reported Q2 earnings, but its shares plunged after profits fell short of expectations and its Q3 outlook remained uncertain. There are hopes for its AI and space businesses, but further evidence is needed to restore investor confidence.
“Katy Perry: THE LIFETIMES TOUR - LIVE FROM PARIS,” featuring the most spectacular live production of Katy Perry’s career, will be shown in cinemas worldwide starting September 2!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Opening simultaneously in theaters in more than 70 countries worldwide starting September 2 (Wednesday).
More than 1 million fans worldwide (attendance: 1,058,950 people
Box office revenue: $134,158,672
$264,814 for the U.S.-based Firework Foundation
£81,918 for the U.K.-based Music Venue Trust
TikTok followers surpass 10 million
Spotify monthly listeners have topped 91 million, a career high.
A cumulative 125 billion streams
More than 70 million albums sold worldwide
More than 15,000 cinemas in 132 countries worldwide
玉屋2060%-led Wienners will release “OVER THE TOP” on Aug. 12, the first new song since new vocalist YUURI joined!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The new song “OVER THE TOP” will be released digitally on Aug. 12
Touring 13 locations nationwide
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くれいじーまぐねっと to hold “Quiz King Championship,” a nationwide quiz tournament tied to their self-hosted event “SODA POP FESTIVAL 2026 SUMMER.” The first Quiz King will be decided at Toyosu PIT on Aug. 26
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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More than 2 million YouTube subscribers
Approximately 10 million total social media followers
Final-round slots: 100 people in total
15 seeded slots
85 lottery slots
Viewing ticket / viewing ticket with entry application eligibility: 1,100 yen each, tax included
The “8th Anniversary Grand Appreciation Festival” is underway for PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4’s “Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2”! “V2 Assault Buster Gundam” joins the battle!
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To commemorate the 8th anniversary
Campaign period: Ongoing–2026/8/27 (Thu), scheduled to end at 13:59
Campaign period: Ongoing–2026/07/30 (Thu), scheduled to end at 13:30
Voting period: Requests are being accepted through 2026/7/26 (Sun), scheduled to end at 23:59
Ongoing–2026/7/29 (Wed), scheduled to end at 23:59