AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-01 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 6 of 6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 466 items from 4 sources; Japan, 44 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Dream turns to nightmare！Korean media expose 'slave contracts' for Filipino girls：agencies take up to 30%，girls forced to provide drinking companionship and sexual serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779817Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Strong Typhoon “White Dolphin” undergoing eyewall replacement! Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands could be in its path; latest track revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779818Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:52:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Strong Typhoon White Dolphin is undergoing eyewall replacement and is expected to approach waters near Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands from Aug. 6 to 7. Its subsequent path remains uncertain. This is a major weather development affecting multiple East Asian countries. Taoyuan Airport’s 2 major new rules take effect “8/1”! Violators face a hefty 5000-yuan fine; a look at the major changeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779819Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:28:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taoyuan Airport will implement two new rules starting August 1: Vehicles stopping at pickup points for more than 3 minutes will be fined through automated enforcement, and businesses are prohibited from using signs or luggage to occupy the low wall in the arrival hall. Violators face fines of up to NT$25,000. The measures aim to ease traffic congestion and improve public order. War drives profits at U.S. oil giants to surge; executives warn oil prices will remain high for some timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779820Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:05:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Exxon Mobil and Chevron posted huge profits amid the Middle East war, but persistently high gasoline prices are expected to burden consumers. Good news for seniors aged 65! No more health insurance premiums: 8 counties and cities offer full government payment with no application or income test; a look at extra subsidies across Taiwan’s counties and cities in 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779646https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779646Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Traveling with a tour group? A “well-known Taiwanese travel agency” has been ordered to suspend operations amid financial difficulties; see the list of 21 companies whose licenses were revoked and that were dissolvedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779647Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:33:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan's tourism authorities suspended the operations of 1 travel agency for 3 months over financial problems and revoked the operating licenses of 9 others. Consumers should check that operators are licensed before joining a trip. Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 rise—is there more to the story? Alibaba backs its computing power with Nvidia chips; Washington accuses it of “distilling and stealing know-how” from U.S. AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779648https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779648Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chinese AI startup 月之暗面 unveiled Kimi K3, achieving performance comparable to U.S. models. The achievement is said to have been backed by extensive NVIDIA chip support from Alibaba, prompting U.S. concerns about violations of export controls. Tainted oil scandal widens! Benzo[a]pyrene detection in camellia oil prompts broader investigation; Taiwan FDA plans edible oil inspection initiative in the second half of the yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779649Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:29:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Benzo[a]pyrene, a carcinogenic substance, was detected in camellia oil produced by 源春製油廠 in Chiayi County, prompting recalls of products from multiple companies. The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration is working with prosecutors to investigate the cause and will carry out a strengthened monitoring project targeting domestic edible oil manufacturers in the second half of 2026. Taiwan High Speed Rail’s biggest timetable change in 20 years is coming. Will fares rise? A look at the latest “super express” and additional serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779650https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779650Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:15:26 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan High Speed Rail will put 12 Japanese-made N700S-T trainsets into service starting in 2027, bringing the biggest timetable change in nearly 20 years of operation and increasing capacity by 25%. The move will improve north-south transport efficiency and represents a major infrastructure development. 2026 update on the universal 一萬 payment! The “National Support Payment” passes its first reading in the Legislative Yuan; county and city top-ups and the Executive Yuan’s position revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779651https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260801-15/index-en-p6.html#n1779651Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:00:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan passed at first reading a proposal for a universal payment of 10,000 yuan per person under the “National Support Payment,” drawing public attention. The Executive Yuan is taking a cautious stance, emphasizing that public finances should prioritize defense and infrastructure. Many local governments have independently introduced additional cash payments.