# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 108 items from 3 sources; Japan, 76 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 華星光 defaults on NT$17.36 million in settlement; 12th such case on the emerging stock market this year

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:24:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607310342.aspx
- anchor: #n1774017
- Companies mentioned: 華星光、彰化銀行、國票證券、國泰證券、華南永昌證券、富邦證券、元大證券、永豐金證券、環宇-KY、聯亞、金居、穩懋、信驊、群聯、旺矽、台燿、環球晶

Facts:
- Defaulted settlement amount: NT$17.3615 million
- The 12th case this year on the emerging stock market to meet the disclosure threshold for default information
- 金居 had a failed settlement of NT$110.83 million on April 21.

## Zeng Hongjun wins gold in men’s epee at the Asian Youth Fencing Championships in Taipei

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:21:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607310341.aspx
- anchor: #n1774004

The first day of the 2026 Asian Youth Cup Fencing Circuit Taipei leg was held, with Taiwan’s 曾泓鈞 winning gold in men’s épée and 張棻媛 taking silver in women’s sabre.

Facts:
- The first day of the 2026 Asian Youth Cup Fencing Circuit Taipei leg was held at Taipei Gymnasium on the 31st.
- Taiwan men’s épée fencer 曾泓鈞 defeated Philippine competitor Castillo 15-13 in the gold-medal bout.
- Taiwan’s 張棻媛 won silver in the junior women’s sabre event.
- 張棻媛 lost 12-15 to Hong Kong competitor 陳殷渟 in the junior women’s sabre final.

## 一天5萬移民湧入西班牙北非飛地 法國加強管控邊境

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:19:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607310340.aspx
- anchor: #n1774003
- Companies mentioned: 休達、摩洛哥、法國、西班牙、世界報、費尼迪克、加納利群島

Facts:
- Nearly 50,000 people crossed the border
- At least 18 people drowned
- 摩洛哥第一季經濟成長率達4.6%
- The unemployment rate reached 10.8%
- The unemployment rate among young people aged 15 to 24 was even higher, at 29.2%
- 進入西班牙的非法移民減少約25%
- Land arrivals surged by more than 149.4%

## Alphorns ring out across Switzerland, ushering in National Day celebrations

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:10:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607310339.aspx
- anchor: #n1774001
- Companies mentioned: 蘇黎世阿爾卑斯長號協會

Facts:
- Alphorns are 3 to 4 meters long
- An alphorn made from Swiss timber costs about 3,500 Swiss francs
- About NT$140,000
- 蘇黎世阿爾卑斯長號協會目前有13名成員

## Kaohsiung construction foreman who killed worker and dumped body in Pingtung mountains sentenced to life in first trial

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:09:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607310338.aspx
- anchor: #n1774002

Facts:
- Failed to pay the agreed NT$4,500 in wages
- Borrowed another NT$100,000
- Received more than 250,000

## Taiwan stocks surge a record 3,186 points; total market capitalization jumps by more than NT$10 trillion

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:07:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607310337.aspx
- anchor: #n1773989
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、日月光投控、元大台灣50、台光電、聯電、兆豐國際投顧

Facts:
- Taiwan stocks surged 3,186.45 points today
- Market capitalization jumped by more than NT$10 trillion in a single day
- Up NT$220
- The benchmark index rose 7.98%
- The electronics subindex rose 9.19%
- The semiconductor index surged 9.81%
- As many as 113 listed stocks hit the daily limit
- Another 89 OTC stocks hit the daily limit
- Trading value contracted to below NT$1 trillion
- Fell to NT$833.713 billion
- The Taiwan index futures premium over spot widened to 558.25 points
- Closed at NT$2,425
- Market capitalization surged by NT$5.7 trillion
- Climbed to 62.

## 台電6月虧損擴至113億 8月氣價再漲續增成本壓力

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607310333.aspx
- anchor: #n1773862
- Companies mentioned: 台電、中油、台灣風力發電產業協會

Facts:
- The pretax loss in June was NT$11.3 billion
- Monthly fuel costs will increase to about NT$15 billion
- Losses totaled NT$25.7 billion in the first half of this year
- Accumulated losses stand at NT$376.4 billion
- The debt ratio was 91.9%
- Natural gas prices for power industry customers rose 9.91% in August 115

## 外交部：凱達格蘭論壇8/4舉行 芬蘭前總理馬林演講

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:54:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607310336.aspx
- anchor: #n1773859
- Companies mentioned: 凱達格蘭論壇、台灣經濟研究院、中央社

Facts:
- 第10屆「凱達格蘭論壇」
- 第10屆「凱達格蘭論壇」於8月4日舉行
- From 9 countries across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Latin America
- 12 political figures, lawmakers, scholars and experts

## Taiwan Lottery Grand Lotto draw No. 115075

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:51:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607310335.aspx
- anchor: #n1773860
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Facts:
- 44
- 11
- 20
- 33
- 34
- 23
- Bonus number 10

## 聯手美國空襲伊拉克 沙烏地：針對恐怖組織非政府

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:50:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607310334.aspx
- anchor: #n1773861
- Companies mentioned: 美國、沙烏地阿拉伯、伊朗伊斯蘭革命衛隊、阿拉伯衛星電視台、伊拉克人民動員組織、葉門叛軍「青年運動」

Facts:
- U.S.-Saudi airstrikes killed at least 20 people
- U.S.-Saudi airstrikes killed at least 20 people and injured 32

## 徐佳青: Supporting overseas Taiwanese and advancing community development; will not slow down because of smears

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:49:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607310332.aspx
- anchor: #n1773863
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、中央社、天下雜誌、法國台灣協會

Facts:
- Watched the film 大濛 alongside more than 200 people
- The trip cost a total of NT$1.15 million

## 卓榮泰 visits Hsinchu Biomedical Science Park, hopes to build a biomedical industry ecosystem

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607310331.aspx
- anchor: #n1773864
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、國科會、竹科管理局、台大醫院

Facts:
- The occupancy rate of factory space at Hsinchu Biomedical Science Park reached 93.44%
- The land leasing rate reached 97.47%

## 台灣第一人 板橋囝仔劉人仁獲世界音樂大賽指揮首獎

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:47:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202607310330.aspx
- anchor: #n1773858
- Companies mentioned: 世界音樂大賽、荷蘭皇家軍樂團「約翰．威廉．弗里索」、奧格斯堡大學、利奧波德．莫札特音樂學院

Facts:
- 世界音樂大賽（World Music Contest, WMC）創辦於1951年
- Held every 4 years in Kerkrade, the Netherlands
- 本屆世界音樂大賽指揮賽共有16名來自11個國家的青年指揮家入圍

## 今彩539第115185期開獎

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:43:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607310329.aspx
- anchor: #n1773857
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Facts:
- Winning number 01
- The 3-Star winning number is 139
- The 4-Star winning number is 7198

## South Korean stocks stage stunning reversal, reflecting renewed confidence in the AI investment cycle

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:25:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607310328.aspx
- anchor: #n1773851
- Companies mentioned: 微軟、亞馬遜、臉書、Meta、SK海力士、SK集團、三星電子、費伯納契資產管理公司、Fibonacci Asset Management、NH投資證券公司、NH Investment & Securities、Vantage、Futurum集團、Futurum

Facts:
- After falling a cumulative 17% over the past 3 trading days, the KOSPI surged 17.91% by the close today
- SK海力士 shares soared 29.95%
- 三星電子 shares also surged 26.81% at the close
- KOSPI指數外資買超規模達到7兆8000億韓元
- Retail investors, meanwhile, were net sellers of 8 trillion won

## Reuters: PLA “distills” U.S. AI technology to train defense systems

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:23:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607310327.aspx
- anchor: #n1773846
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、詹姆士敦基金會

Facts:
- According to a Reuters review of more than 80 Chinese academic papers and patent records
- 詹姆士敦基金會 researcher 張崑陽, who analyzed more than 60 papers, said
- Reuters reviewed these academic publications and separately confirmed more than 20 military-related case studies

## 蘇巧慧 enlists Olympic gold medalist 林郁婷; 李四川 vows to build a river city

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:20:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607310326.aspx
- anchor: #n1773843
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、國民黨、教育部體育署、鶯歌工商、若施恩㤫坊

Facts:
- A friendship spanning 10 years
- More than a million in funding
- Has worked in engineering for 40 years

## The longest-serving DRAM CEO 黃崇仁: weathered industry downturns and wrote a legend for 力積電

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:18:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607310325.aspx
- anchor: #n1773844
- Companies mentioned: 力積電、力晶、力捷電腦、新日光、晶相光電、力旺、愛普

Facts:
- Dies at age 77
- Repay NT$120 billion in debt
- Bought a painting described as a “young Mona Lisa” for US$1.6 million

## 「龍藏經」創觀展熱潮 故宮限期試辦每日開館

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202607310324.aspx
- anchor: #n1773845
- Companies mentioned: 故宮、國立故宮博物院

Facts:
- Several measures will be trialed from August 8 to September 13
- Opening hours extended to 7 p.m.
- 下午4時30分後購票入館，門票享8折優惠
- The first run of the “Dragon Sutra” special exhibition is on view through August 2
- Galleries 103 and 104 will be closed during the exhibition changeover from August 3 to 7
- The second run will be on view from August 8 to November 8

## Philippines establishes territorial sea baselines around Democracy Reef; China strongly opposes move

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:14:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607310323.aspx
- anchor: #n1773842
- Companies mentioned: フィリピン、中国、聯合國、聯合國海洋法公約、南海仲裁案

Facts:
- The arbitral tribunal announced its ruling in 2016

## Finance ministry: Donations for Japan’s Kumamoto disaster relief exempt from interbank transaction fees

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:06:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607310322.aspx
- anchor: #n1773829
- Companies mentioned: 財金公司、外交部、國際合作發展基金會、中央銀行、金融監督管理委員會、財政部

Facts:
- All interbank transaction fees will be waived
- From Aug. 1, 115年, through Aug. 31

## 林佳龍 meets Japanese lawmaker 瀧波宏文, stresses Taiwan and Japan’s joint efforts to maintain peace

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:04:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607310321.aspx
- anchor: #n1773830

Japanese lawmaker 瀧波宏文 called on 林佳龍, and both sides pledged to work together to maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

## 劉櫂豪 announces he will not run for county magistrate; 陳瑩: We can stand together for Taitung

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:04:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607310320.aspx
- anchor: #n1773831
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨

Liu Chao-hao announces he will not run for Taitung County magistrate; Chen Ying calls for unity.

## Taiwan Culinary Exhibition sees about 3% growth in attendance on opening day

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:01:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607310319.aspx
- anchor: #n1773828
- Companies mentioned: 台灣觀光協會、台北圓山大飯店、海霸王、台塩生技、慈濟人文

Facts:
- Attendance reaches 23,889 visits
- Up 3.02% from last year
- More than 5,000 fresh pork pan-fried buns prepared
- 700 jadeite pan-fried buns
- 300 handmade loaves prepared
- More than 100 sold on opening day
- Food YouTuber with more than 530,000 subscribers

## 資安署 issues cybersecurity incident response guidelines to help small and medium-sized businesses counter common threats

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:59:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607310318.aspx
- anchor: #n1773825
- Companies mentioned: 資安署、數發部

Facts:
- 6 major threats
- 4 major stages

## Shanghai AI startup unveils H3 video model, claims costs are 1/3 those of competitors

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:58:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202607310317.aspx
- anchor: #n1773826
- Companies mentioned: 上海稀宇科技、MiniMax、字節跳動、ByteDance、快手、Kuaishou

Facts:
- Costs less than 1/3 of mainstream competitors' products
- Generate 15-second, 2K-resolution video with native stereo sound
- MiniMax was founded in June 2021
- Listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Jan. 9 this year
- 5月底啟動中國大陸A股上市進程
- Hong Kong-listed shares rose 14% at one point
- Gains narrowed to about 12% by the close

## Vietnamese students pursue their dreams with Taiwan scholarships, hope to foster exchanges between the 2 countries

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:58:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607310316.aspx
- anchor: #n1773827

Facts:
- 48 students
- 37 students awarded Taiwan Scholarships
- Tuition and fees capped at NT$40,000 per semester
- Monthly living allowance of NT$15,000
- 11 recipients of the Huayu Enrichment Scholarship
- Each recipient can receive a monthly scholarship of NT$28,000
- More than 50,000 Vietnamese students were studying in Taiwan in 2025
- Nearly 40,000 the previous year

## Fubon Guardians host game features hard-of-hearing medical student and Deaflympics athlete Hsu Le throwing first pitch

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:49:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607310315.aspx
- anchor: #n1773704
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將、台鋼雄鷹、富邦人壽、雅文基金會

Facts:
- About 100 members of families with hearing loss and their supporters
- Has accompanied more than 6,000 families
- In the 30 years since the foundation was established

## Not waiting for tariff decision! Jeep Wrangler orders top 400; 宝嘉聯合 says RAM could arrive in Taiwan as early as 2027

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:59:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153241
- anchor: #n1774099
- Companies mentioned: 宝嘉联合、美国在台协会、台湾美国商会

Taiwan distributor 宝嘉联合 has begun deliveries of the first batch of Jeep Wranglers, with orders topping 400, reflecting strong market demand for American off-road vehicles. It also previewed the prospect of RAM pickups arriving in Taiwan in 2027, demonstrating the brand's determination to return to the market.

## Starting at NT$1.198 million! Volkswagen's all-new T-Roc officially launches in Taiwan, featuring a 48V mild-hybrid system for the first time and a larger body to compete in the crossover SUV market

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:58:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153245
- anchor: #n1774100

Volkswagen Taiwan unveiled the second-generation T-Roc today, featuring a 48V mild-hybrid system and a starting price of NT$1.198 million. The new vehicle is larger and has upgraded technology and safety features, bolstering its competitiveness in the crossover SUV market.

## Heartbroken that his daughter Yen Hui-hsin silently endured bullying, Yen Ching-chang tearfully reads the impeachment statement: Yang Chen-ni acted against her conscience and resisted to the bitter end

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:53:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153242
- anchor: #n1774101

In the workplace bullying case involving former economic negotiator and bureaucrat Yan Huixin, her father, former Finance Minister Yan Qingzhang, sharply criticized Yang Zhenni following the Control Yuan’s impeachment decision, saying she was “going against her conscience and resisting.” The case is sounding an alarm about Taiwan’s system for managing professional talent.

## Amazon secures $600 million refund for 'Trump tariffs,' plans to proactively return tariff payments to affected customers

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153244
- anchor: #n1774102
- Companies mentioned: Apple、Walmart、Costco、Home Depot、General Motors

Amazon received a $600 million refund for illegal tariffs imposed during the Trump administration and will refund some of the money to customers. The move follows a U.S. Supreme Court ruling and will have a broad impact on the retail industry.

## Is Lu Shiow-yen ready to become 'Madam President'? Cheng Chao-hsin does not deny campaign mode could begin at year's end: 'We won't disappoint everyone'

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:23:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153243
- anchor: #n1774103

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen is seen as a leading KMT contender for the 2028 presidential election. Deputy Mayor Cheng Chao-hsin did not deny that she could enter campaign mode at year's end, and stressed that the team would build consensus within the blue camp and not disappoint supporters.

## Cook era ends in September! Apple forecasts slower Q4 growth, says it faces a 'once-in-a-century' memory chip shortage

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153238
- anchor: #n1774104
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、Google

Apple posted revenue of $109.4 billion in the 3rd quarter of 2026, but CEO Tim Cook warned of a “once-in-a-century memory shortage.” He will step down in September, with John Ternus becoming the new CEO. Shares fell amid a weaker growth outlook.

## DPP floods social media with claim 'Lee Yang was made to stand by KMT legislator'; Chen Feng-hsin recounts what happened: Don't let misinformation go unchecked; Lo Ting-wei should sue

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:00:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153178
- anchor: #n1774105

A 'standing punishment' controversy erupted after Sports Minister Lee Yang stood to answer questions during Legislative Yuan review of the Basic Act for the Development of Esports. The DPP accused KMT Legislator Lo Ting-wei of humiliating an official, but Lo released video clarifying that his own side had made the request. Media personality Chen Feng-hsin criticized the fabrication of rumors and said a lawsuit should be filed.

## Does Chiang Wan-an have more public support than Lu Shiow-yen? Cheng Chao-hsin: By the end, polls will add them together, not pit them against each other

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:35:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153237
- anchor: #n1773925

Taichung Deputy Mayor Cheng Chao-hsin indirectly confirmed that Lu Shiow-yen would move into the 2028 campaign office after leaving office. He also analyzed the 'older sister-younger brother' relationship between Chiang Wan-an and Lu Shiow-yen and the boost to poll numbers from blue-white cooperation, signaling that the non-green camp is preparing a long-term election strategy.

## World Franchise Convention's launchpad kicks off! Kaohsiung franchise expo opens, promoting local brands on the international stage

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:33:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153235
- anchor: #n1773926
- Companies mentioned: 台湾連鎖加盟促進協會、農業部、高雄市政府、台北市政府、新北市政府

The 2026 Taiwan Franchise and Entrepreneurship Exhibition in Kaohsiung opened today, bringing together nearly 100 brands ahead of the World Franchise Convention in October. It aims to take Kaohsiung brands international and is expected to generate NT$1.2 billion in business opportunities and 3,000 jobs.

## Another green-energy corruption scandal! Ko Chih-en slams 民進黨: 'Green electricity has become green gold'—not clean, not diligent, and not devoted to the homeland

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:30:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153233
- anchor: #n1773927
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、國民黨、台鹽綠能

## BOM costs rise as global smartphone shipments are forecast to fall 15%! MediaTek's 2-nanometer flagship chip arrives in Q3, with flagship market share expected to rise in 2027

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:28:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153225
- anchor: #n1773928
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA

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## AI chip battle expands to system platforms! MediaTek prepares US$5 billion in financing to help suppliers expand capacity if needed

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:21:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153224
- anchor: #n1773929
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、NVIDIA（間接提及NVLink Fusion）

MediaTek's board approved a US$5 billion financing budget to support capacity expansion across the AI chip supply chain and develop system platforms, signaling a strategic shift from chip design toward comprehensive data center solutions.

## Gradually shedding dependence on U.S. military aid! Israel's secret plan: Develop a homegrown 'stealth fighter' within 10 years

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153214
- anchor: #n1773930
- Companies mentioned: Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)、Anduril Industries、USAF

Israel announced plans to develop domestically produced stealth fighter jets and AI-powered unmanned combat aircraft by 2035. The goal is to reduce military dependence on the United States, with greater autonomy in the defense industry elevated to a national strategy.

## 聯發科首款AI ASIC第四季量產！2026資料中心營收破20億美元、2027市占目標升至15%至20%

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:15:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153223
- anchor: #n1773931
- Companies mentioned: 聯發科、美國大型雲端服務商

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## 2026 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition: Hakka Affairs Council creates 'Taste and Discover Hakka' themed pavilion

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:14:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153231
- anchor: #n1773932

The 2026 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition opened, with the Hakka Affairs Council presenting its 'Taste and Discover Hakka' themed pavilion. It showcases Hakka food culture through 3 themes—air-drying, sauce fermentation and local terroir—and combines chef demonstrations with market experiences to promote the character of Hakka communities. Its importance lies in strengthening cultural identity and tourism development.

## Is China's auto-export surge crushing other countries? Expert: 'These countries' will be in deep trouble

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:10:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153227
- anchor: #n1773933
- Companies mentioned: 大衆自動車、本田技研工業、鄧恩インサイト、アジア協会、国際危機グループ

China’s auto exports will exceed 12 million vehicles in 2025, dealing a serious blow to the auto industries of Japan, Europe and the United States. Experts warn that a low-price strategy will reshape the global market.

## MediaTek earnings call》Q2 revenue tops forecasts at NT$152.2 billion, EPS at NT$15.28! Q3 revenue target of NT$159.8 billion

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:07:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153222
- anchor: #n1773934

MediaTek's second-quarter revenue reached NT$152.2 billion, exceeding expectations. Revenue from its smart device platform business surpassed mobile phones for the first time to become its largest source of revenue. For the third quarter, it is targeting revenue of up to NT$159.8 billion, with full-year U.S. dollar revenue expected to grow at a high single-digit rate.

## South Africa's repeated suppression of Taiwan backfires! Taiwan imposes chip export controls in response; trade volume plunged 58% in the first half

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:56:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153164
- anchor: #n1773765

Taiwan is countering South Africa’s China-friendly policies and pressure on Taiwan with restrictions on semiconductor exports. Export value in the first half of 2025 fell sharply, down 58% year on year.

## (Photo provided by the Kaohsiung City Government)

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153230
- anchor: #n1773936
- Companies mentioned: 台塑、日本德山

台塑德山宣布加碼投資約10億新台幣於高雄林園工業區，擴建電子級異丙醇產能，並導入回收系統，預計2028年投產，強化台灣半導體供應鏈自主與永續能力。

## AI算力上線即逾9成滿載！鴻海亞灣超算啟用5MW NVIDIA HGX B300集群、簽下首批長約

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:39:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153216
- anchor: #n1773766
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA

鴻海旗下亞灣超算啟用5MW NVIDIA HGX B300 AI集群，上線即逾9成滿載，並簽下首批長期客戶，通過NVIDIA生產級驗證，顯示台灣AI算力正式邁入商用階段。

## Would Japan provide military aid to Taiwan in a Taiwan Strait war? Washington think tank: 'No longer unimaginable' after Takaichi Cabinet's legal revisions, but they also make Tokyo a target

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:35:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153211
- anchor: #n1773767
- Companies mentioned: Global Taiwan Institute、自衛隊、解放軍、防衛裝備移轉三原則

Facts:
- Biggest relaxation since 1967
- November 2025
- $11 billion in arms sales to Taiwan

## DPP six-term legislator detained over solar power case; Ko Chih-en criticizes: Public anger is greatest over 'green allies' implicated in green-energy corruption

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:32:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153232
- anchor: #n1773939
- Companies mentioned: 台鹽綠能、國發基金

Chen Ming-tse, a DPP legislator elected for six consecutive terms, was detained over a solar power waste-soil scandal. KMT's Ko Chih-en criticized the green-energy policy for turning into 'green gold,' saying it showed the government was not clean and had sparked public outrage.

## Malaysia Airlines pilot turns drug smuggler! Arrested in Indonesia with 25 kilograms of ecstasy; had transported cargo for the syndicate 3 times

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153200
- anchor: #n1773768
- Companies mentioned: Malaysia Airlines

A Malaysia Airlines captain was arrested on suspicion of smuggling about 25 kilograms of ecstasy in Indonesia. The serious incident damages trust in the aviation industry and points to possible international drug trafficking.

## Kaohsiung advances 26 carbon-credit projects; Chen Chi-mai: Turn carbon burdens into carbon assets

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153229
- anchor: #n1773941
- Companies mentioned: 台灣碳權交易所、清華大學、中鋼、日月光

The Kaohsiung City Government held a carbon-credit forum and announced 26 carbon-credit projects to turn emissions-reduction results into carbon assets. Mayor Chen Chi-mai stressed the importance of implementation, signaling Kaohsiung's leading position in net-zero governance.

## Tainan launches Kumamoto disaster relief campaign; Huang Wei-che calls on all sectors to send support for reconstruction

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153228
- anchor: #n1773942

Tainan City Government announced the launch of the “0728 Japan Kumamoto Disaster Relief Project,” calling on the public to donate to support post-disaster reconstruction. The initiative reflects the deep, longstanding friendship between Taiwan and Japan and their mutual support in times of hardship.

## Kuang Hsiung Chang An Hospital Deepens Smart Healthcare and Elderly Care, Building a Southern Taiwan Healthcare Network with ESG Partners

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153226
- anchor: #n1773943

光雄長安醫院 is strengthening smart healthcare and elderly care, contributing to the development of an ESG healthcare network in southern Taiwan. It is putting regional healthcare sustainability into practice.

## Teldrɨka Tribe’s Harvest Festival Gets Underway in Maolin as Young People Return Home to Reconnect with Their Roots and Pass on Rukai Culture

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153220
- anchor: #n1773944

The Teldrɨka Tribe in Maolin District, Kaohsiung City, held a harvest festival and cultural roots event, drawing many young people back home. Traditional ceremonies helped pass on Rukai culture, highlighting the significance of cultural revitalization and intergenerational continuity.

## Premier Inspects Building 4 of the NTU Biomedical Park; Hsu Hsin-ying: From Bringing the Park to Life to Hoping the Biomedical Industry Becomes Taiwan’s “Beacon of Health”

- Published: 2026-07-31T19:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153219
- anchor: #n1773770

The premier visited the National Taiwan University Biomedical Park and reviewed its development. Hsu Hsin-ying hopes the biomedical industry will become Taiwan’s “light of health.”

## Pingtung Pavilion Opens at 2026 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition, Showcasing Southern Taiwan Ingredients and Artisans’ Creativity

- Published: 2026-07-31T19:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153218
- anchor: #n1773772
- Companies mentioned: 恆春．一芳海苔醬&惦佃、阿珠媽肉肉萬巒豬腳、東港味益鬆品專賣店、黎記冰糖醬鴨、復興堂、台畜

The Pingtung Pavilion at the 2026 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition opened under the theme “Nurtured by the Land,” showcasing local ingredients and brands. The president and transportation minister attended in support, highlighting the appeal of Pingtung’s food culture.

## “Taiwan Tourism Pavilion” at 2026 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition Opens in Style on 7/31, Featuring 54 Signature Brands and 4 Interactive Experiences

- Published: 2026-07-31T19:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153217
- anchor: #n1773774
- Companies mentioned: 交通部觀光署、中華美食交流協會

2026年台灣美食展「臺灣觀光館」於7月31日開幕，集結54家特色品牌與四大AI互動體驗，展現台灣各地風土魅力。此活動由交通部觀光署主辦，對推廣台灣觀光與在地產業具重要意義。

## Kaohsiung Appoints and Welcomes 103 Principals and Kindergarten Directors; Chen Chi-mai: Uphold Education’s Founding Principles and Meet the Challenges of the New AI Era

- Published: 2026-07-31T19:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153213
- anchor: #n1773786

Kaohsiung City held an appointment and handover ceremony for 103 school principals and kindergarten directors for the 115 academic year, presided over by Mayor Chen Chi-mai. He praised educators’ contributions and stressed the need for educational innovation to address the challenges of AI and declining birthrates. The move underscores the local government’s emphasis on educational leadership.

## Formaldehyde Test Results for Hsinchu Rice Vermicelli Released: All 23 Products from 15 Businesses “Tested Negative”

- Published: 2026-07-31T19:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153210
- anchor: #n1773789
- Companies mentioned: 明好企業有限公司

The Hsinchu City Health Bureau announced that all 23 products from 15 rice vermicelli manufacturers passed formaldehyde tests. Only Ming Hao Enterprise was ordered to remove products from sale and referred to prosecutors and investigators for violations. The move aims to protect food safety and the reputation of local industry.

## Premier Inspects Hsinchu Biomedical Park; Yang Wen-ke Calls for Faster Review of “Phase 3 of Hsinchu Science Park and Taiwan Knowledge-Based Park”

- Published: 2026-07-31T19:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153212
- anchor: #n1773794

Premier Cho Jung-tai inspected the Hsinchu Biomedical Park, and Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke urged the central government to speed up reviews of “Hsinchu Science Park Phase 3” and the “Taiwan Knowledge-Based Park” to strengthen the biomedical innovation ecosystem. The move is crucial to the international competitiveness of Taiwan’s semiconductor and biotech industries.

## Hsinchu County Holds Handover Ceremony for Incoming and Outgoing Principals for the 115 Academic Year; Yang Wen-ke Urges Them to Lead by Example and Nurture Talent

- Published: 2026-07-31T18:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153209
- anchor: #n1773804
- Companies mentioned: 新竹縣政府、教育部、國家教育研究院

Facts:
- 9 retiring principals
- Principal Yeh Jui-chu devoted 44 years and 6 months to education
- Principal Chen Chih-hua devoted 45 years to education
- Principal Fan Jui-chu devoted 45 years to education
- Principal Hsu Jung-chun devoted 42 years to education
- Principal Chou Wu-chang devoted more than 45 years to education
- Connecting 16 Atayal experimental schools nationwide

## Connecting Art and Science Through Reading: “Seeking Our Place—Chen Cheng-po at the National Library of Public Information” Exhibition Runs at the Library Through 12/13

- Published: 2026-07-31T18:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153208
- anchor: #n1773812
- Companies mentioned: 国立台湾博物館、陳澄波文化基金會

The National Library of Public Information is holding an interactive exhibition themed “Reading × Art × Science,” based on works by Chen Cheng-po. It offers a place to learn and reconsider the value of technical and vocational education, contributing to young people’s career development.

## Wall Street Starts Picking AI Winners: Amazon Soars More Than 13% at the Open, While Apple Plunges Nearly 9%

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:51:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555369
- anchor: #n1774032
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Microsoft

Amazon shares surged on its AI strategy, while Apple fell on a weak financial outlook. Investors’ growing emphasis on effective investment in AI has become clear.

## Microsoft’s AI Strategy Shift Finally Stops Investors from Downgrading Its Stock Over OpenAI

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555226
- anchor: #n1774033
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、xAI、Mistral、NVIDIA、Meta

Microsoft is shifting its AI strategy toward “multi-model infrastructure” and signaling a move away from reliance on OpenAI. The shift reflects the trend in corporate AI investment and won high praise from the market.

## 〈美股早盤〉亞馬遜與晶片股領漲 主要指數開高

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:38:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555171
- anchor: #n1774034
- Companies mentioned: 亞馬遜、蘋果、華爾街、台積電、SK 海力士、微軟、Lombard Odier Investment Managers、彭博、克里夫蘭聯準銀行、明尼阿波利斯聯準銀行、日本銀行、雪佛龍、埃克森美孚、莫德納、橋水基金

Facts:
- 蘋果 (AAPL-US) Shares Tumble 7.6% as Revenue Outlook Falls Short of Expectations
- 公司預計 2026 年投入 2,200 億美元資本支出
- South Korea’s Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) Soars an Unprecedented 18%
- Memory Chip Giant SK 海力士 Hits the 30% Daily Price Limit
- An ETF tracking chip stocks rises 3.3% in U.S. premarket trading
- Brent crude rises 1.4%
- The 30-year yield is largely unchanged at 5.21%
- The U.S. dollar rises 0.4%
- 日本周四可能斥資約 528 億美元干預匯市
- Dow Jones Industrial Average rises 216.35 points, or 0.41%
- Nasdaq Composite rises 235.22 points, or 0

## Kimi K3’s Backer Revealed: Alibaba Provides Computing Power from 20,000 Nvidia Chips

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:20:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555332
- anchor: #n1774035
- Companies mentioned: 月之暗面 (Moonshot AI)、阿里巴巴 (Alibaba)、NVIDIA、OpenAI、Anthropic、DeepSeek、華為

Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI has partnered with Alibaba on computing power, gaining access to about 20,000 NVIDIA chips. This will accelerate development of the Kimi model and intensify U.S.-China AI competition.

## Wall Street Wasn’t Spooked by AI Capital Spending This Time, Helping Amazon Shares Rally After Earnings

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555077
- anchor: #n1774036
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Intel、AMD、Alphabet、Anthropic

Amazon reported strong 2nd-quarter results and increased capital spending on AI infrastructure to $220 billion. The market viewed the move positively, sending its shares sharply higher.

## Toyota’s June Sales in China Plunge 26.9%, Falling for a Fifth Straight Month

- Published: 2026-07-31T22:01:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555326
- anchor: #n1773865
- Companies mentioned: 第一財經、乘聯分會

Toyota sales in China fell 26.9% in June, marking a 5th consecutive monthly decline. Sales for the first half of the year were also down 17.1%, with rising gasoline prices and other factors cited as causes.

## Waiting Could Come at a Higher Cost: Fed Dissenting Official Publicly Calls for Rate Hike

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:53:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555239
- anchor: #n1773866

3 Fed policymakers argued for early rate hikes to curb inflation. They stressed the need to avoid more aggressive tightening in the future.

## Tesla Brings Doubao Large Language Model to China to Improve Localized In-Car Voice Interaction

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:40:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555080
- anchor: #n1773867
- Companies mentioned: 字節跳動、DeepSeek、阿里巴巴、xAI

特斯拉在中國導入字節跳動開發的「豆包」大語言模型，強化車載語音互動體驗。此舉提升在地化競爭力，應對本土EV品牌壓力。

## SK海力士 Soars 30%—But Is That a Bad Sign? A Bigger Storm May Be Looming for South Korea’s Stock Market

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:30:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555225
- anchor: #n1773868
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、三星電子、美光 (Micron)、Situational Awareness

SK海力士 and 三星電子 shares surged, and the KOSPI has risen 57% this year, but individual investors’ use of leverage points to market instability.

## 3.64 Million People, Check Your Bankbooks! First Round of Tax Refunds, Totaling NT$61 Billion, Arrives Today

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555228
- anchor: #n1773869

Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance deposited 2025 income tax refunds in a single batch on July 31, paying more than 61 billion yen to 3.64 million people. Both the number of refunds and the total amount rose year on year, setting a record. Improving the efficiency of the refund process remains a challenge.

## 8 More Stocks to Be Placed Under Trading Restrictions Next Monday; ABF Leader 南電 Faces the Longest Restriction, Through 8/18

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:23:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555240
- anchor: #n1773870
- Companies mentioned: 南電、禾伸堂、泰宗、愛普、光頡、合晶、竹陞科技、創新服務

Taiwan’s stock market recorded its largest-ever gain on the 31st, but the stock exchange announced trading restrictions on 8 stocks. 南電 will remain restricted until August 18, reflecting an overheated market and high volatility.

## Dong Dian Optical Swings to Profit in June on a Self-Reported Basis, as Optical Filters Enter the 5G and Data Center Markets

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:21:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555205
- anchor: #n1773871

Taiwan optical communications film maker 東典光電 returned to profitability in June 2025 as demand for 5G and data centers expanded. Adoption of its main filter products for 400G/800G optical modules is advancing.

## 中油8月家戶民生天然氣凍漲 工業漲5%、電業漲近1成

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:20:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555204
- anchor: #n1773872

CPC Corp. Taiwan froze household natural gas prices in August amid rising international oil and gas prices, while rates for industry rose 5% and those for power generation increased 9.91%. The move reflects its social responsibility and aims to stabilize domestic prices.

## Biggest Point Gain in Taiwan Stock Market History: Three Major Institutional Investors Buy More Than NT$100 Billion Net, All Buying Over 20,000 Lots of 台積電

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:14:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555199
- anchor: #n1773873
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海、聯電、世界、力積電、群創、彩晶、中美晶、台達電、強茂、華邦電、頎邦、廣達、凌華、台塑、台塑化、台化、中纖、和桐、新纖、凱基金、永豐金、長榮航、華航

Taiwan stocks surged 3,186.45 points today, setting a record for the biggest single-day gain. Three major institutional investors made net purchases totaling more than NT$84.6 billion, with foreign investors making major buybacks concentrated in 台積電 and ETFs, signaling a recovery in market confidence.

## Yen Bears Beware! Japan Reportedly Spent $53 Billion Overnight to Prop Up the Currency, Potentially a Record

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555194
- anchor: #n1773874
- Companies mentioned: 日本政府、日本銀行、韓国政府

日本政府 intervened in the foreign exchange market on the 30th on a scale of about $53 billion to support the yen. Reports also said Japan and South Korea had coordinated their interventions. The yen briefly surged 3.3%, but some profit-taking followed the Bank of Japan’s decision to maintain its policy.

## China’s NDRC: “Tao’s Law,” the First Integrated Circuit Technology Roadmap Led by Chinese Companies, Released

- Published: 2026-07-31T21:03:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555088
- anchor: #n1773705

China’s National Development and Reform Commission announced “韜定律,” the first integrated circuit technology road map led by Chinese companies. The plan outlines measures to nurture emerging industries and expand domestic demand, aiming to advance technological self-reliance and accelerate economic growth.

## Apple’s Outlook Disappoints: Shares Drop More Than 7% in Premarket Trading, Market Value Could Shed $361.6 Billion

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555197
- anchor: #n1773706
- Companies mentioned: 摩根大通、TD Cowen

Apple’s earnings outlook fell short of market expectations, sending its shares down more than 7% in premarket trading. A shortage of advanced chips is hampering growth, and $361.6 billion in market value could be wiped out.

## BOJ Governor Sends Strong Hawkish Signal, Says He Is “Unprecedentedly” Vigilant About Upside Risks to Prices

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:40:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555091
- anchor: #n1773707
- Companies mentioned: モルガン・スタンレー、伊藤忠総合研究所、SMBC日興証券、T&Dアセットマネジメント

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stressed concerns about inflation risks and hinted at the possibility of an early rate hike. Markets expect a hike in September or October, with attention focused on how the bank will respond to pressure from a weaker yen.

## Hua Hsing Opto Reports Second Settlement Default This Year; 9 Brokerages Report NT$17.36 Million

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:23:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555169
- anchor: #n1773708
- Companies mentioned: 彰化銀行、國票博愛、國泰敦二、華南楠梓、富邦台南、富邦經紀、元大莒光、元大善化、永豐天母

Optical communications maker 華星光, listed on the over-the-counter market, had its 2nd settlement default of the year. 9 securities branches reported a combined inability to pay NT$17.36 million, amplifying market concerns.

## 〈台幣〉股匯雙漲！強升1.62角收32.292元 單月仍狂貶4.55角

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:21:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555164
- anchor: #n1773709
- Companies mentioned: 台湾積体電路製造（TSMC）

Taiwanese stocks and the currency rebounded sharply following gains in U.S. stocks. The New Taiwan dollar recorded its biggest single-day rise in 3 months, though it continued to post a steep decline for July overall. This reflects both a short-term market recovery and medium-term pressures.

## U.S. Commerce Department Announces $874 Million in Grants to 7 Tech Companies, Requiring Equity in Return

- Published: 2026-07-31T20:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555079
- anchor: #n1773710
- Companies mentioned: GlobalFoundries、Kepler、Multibeam Corporation、Extropic、Thintronics、OBSIDIA Semiconductors、Aeluma

The U.S. Department of Commerce provided a total of $874 million in support to 7 semiconductor-related companies in exchange for minority stakes. The move is intended to accelerate innovation in AI and high-performance computing.