AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-03 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 946 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 71 items from 3 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 67.3% of people who have swum in the sea have been stung by a jellyfish, and more than 80% of them administered incorrect first aid | Dermatologist warns of risks of “rinsing with fresh water and rubbing”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796819Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES The ジャパン・アルムナイ・アワード実行委員会, which aims to shape the future of people and organizations from Japan, opens entries for the 6th Japan Alumni Awardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796818Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES PeopleX welcomes former 富士通株式会社 VP Hideyuki Shibasakihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796817Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【古市庵】The mellow richness of egg yolk meets the savory flavor of tuna. 2 moon-viewing limited-edition products arrive for the harvest moon!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796816Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES ClaN Entertainment moves its head office to Ichigaya!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796815Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【SIGNATE】Visualizes the potential for generative AI to be used in up to about 30% of total monthly work hours across 14 Sapporo Breweries departments and approximately 2,000 tasks!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796814Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【The 1st and 2nd installments sold out on the day!】The 3rd installment of the smash-hit wine series will be held on Friday, Aug. 21. Enjoy top-quality organic CAVA and passionate paella at Daikanyama Tableaux for a Spanish nighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796813Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Why are adults willing to pay 30,000 yen to become “Danna”? The appeal of the Danna Card Project from Fukuihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796812Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES New release spotlight!｜The distinctive PERS delivers a warped, vivid tale of obsession in the BL title Gray and Red, out today!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796811Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Designated by Nagasaki Prefecture’s 松浦市 as a “Corporation Supporting the Management and Utilization of Vacant Houses”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796810Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Media advisory ahead of the event】Inside the government’s “ocean” strategic sector among 17 fields—in Iwakuni, underwater drones gather at 防衛装備庁 IMETShttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796809Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES LayerX launches an advance trial of its AI HR and labor management service, 「バクラク人事労務」. Automating labor procedures by connecting applications, approvals and updates to employee recordshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796808Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES ＜Survey on monthly payroll closing＞Data silos between systems have made “double management using Excel and other tools” commonplace at 86.6% of companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796807Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES AnyMind Group launches AnyAI Agent, an AI agent that handles everything from analyzing to executing marketing and e-commerce operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796806Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES QommonsAI training held in Izumisaki Village, Fukushima Prefecture — Staff with a practical perspective on “how to apply it to their own work” see promise in AI for handling council mattershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796805Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES We have released a free revised edition of our “Preconception Care Materials,” outlining 5 health-management actions to take from one’s 10shttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796804Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A new mobile game based on the anime My Hero Academia, My Hero Academia UNITED SURVIVAL (abbreviated as “HiroSaba”), is set for release on Aug. 6! Pre-registrations have topped 700,000! Additional rewards have also been announced!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796803Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 「対象のコンビニ・飲食店で最大8％還元！」お得に使える対象店舗に「フレッシュネスバーガー」が追加！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796802Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice of B-Connect株式会社 becoming a wholly owned subsidiaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796801Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES NPR-lauded indie rock savior Michigander announces catchy, emotive new release Over Before You Know Ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796800Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【新潟医療福祉大学】The Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Health Sciences takes part in “Relay for Life Japan 2026 Niigata”! “Acupressure and health promotion” with cancer survivors and members of the local communityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796799Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Reflecting on Aug. 5, “Fermentation Day”: Miso culture for the future — 峰村醸造 brings the everyday cup of freeze-dried miso soup from a miso brewery with a 120-year historyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796798https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796798Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Holding a webinar on “How should code reviews change as generative AI increases the amount of code?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796797https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796797Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Holding a webinar on “【Rebroadcast】One year until the SCS evaluation system. Are you ready with measures you can explain?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796796https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796796Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Holding a webinar on “【Supply chains are also paying attention】What is zero-trust security that mid-sized companies should adopt?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796795Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Holding a webinar on “【Rebroadcast】【For companies with 1,000 or more employees】As AI use advances, how much access should AI agents be given?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796794Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Holding a webinar on “Migration strategies for AI-ready data infrastructure that supports competitiveness in the generative AI era”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796793Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A webinar will be held on the theme “Could vulnerabilities lurking in the supply chain spell doom for the entire group?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796792Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A webinar will be held on the theme “[Rebroadcast] How can we break the ‘stagnation’ in IT talent development and connect the perspectives of management and frontline staff?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796791Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A webinar will be held on the theme “[Rebroadcast] Siloed operations in corporate IT departments pose a governance risk”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796790Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES The official online quiz event “ディズニーファン・チャレンジ 2026” is here! Early-bird discounts are available now! Top scorers will also be honored at an awards ceremony!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796789Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Affects 1 in 5 adults!] A world-renowned doctor who pioneered “kidney rehabilitation” gently explains the latest insights on protecting your kidneys from chronic kidney diseasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796788Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [100 million total views and over 490,000 subscribers] A hugely popular science and general-knowledge YouTuber shares trivia that 90% of people don’t know in a long-awaited debut book!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796787Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES This year’s “Gummy House” will be the largest ever! Booths from 11 manufacturers will gather, with plenty of hands-on activities, including a gummy taste test and guest stage appearances. The event will be held on Aug. 29 and 30, ahead of Gummy Day on Sept. 3!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796704Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:55:35 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice Regarding Partial Changes (Expansion) to the Shareholder Benefit Programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796711Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice Regarding Publication of the Forecast of Consolidated Results for the Second Quarter (Interim Period) of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 and Revision of the Interim Dividend Forecast (Increase)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796710Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Applications are now open for the 「神奈川マイスター検定」, a certification exam that tests your knowledge of all things 「神奈川県」 and certifies your understanding of the region’s appeal!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796709Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Rich depth and toasty aromas from port wine casks — new English whisky “ワイヤーワークス Port Cask”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796708Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【おそうじ革命】“Consistency” over “special talent”: second YouTube livestream for prospective franchisees to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796707Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Streamline in-store巡回 operations by moving beyond Excel and email. MarketWatcher NEO, a DX platform for in-store activities in retail and distribution, launches a “6-month free plan” to break down barriers to adoptionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796706Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Sakae Station, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture: 1-minute walk] Whether you’re heading home for Obon or stopping by during a trip, from Aug. 8 to Aug. 16, upgrade your course dessert for free to a luxurious fruit ice cream worth ¥800｜ウッドデザインパーク栄店, a fully indoor BBQ venue with air conditioninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796705Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Wildfire spreads rapidly in Washington state in the American West; 60,000 people evacuated in Spokanehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797983Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:39:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 勞動基金 posts 77.1 billion in June; earns more than 2.2 trillion in first halfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797949Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:39:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Financial Times: S&P 500 companies' second-quarter profits forecast to rise 47%, best in 5 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797950Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:39:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 晶心科 and LTSCT sign IP licensing agreement to help develop RISC-V solutionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797951Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:36:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 58th 國際少年運動會 opens; Lee Yang encourages athletes to embrace challengeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797860Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:30:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Legislature reviews Energy Management Act; industrial association urges limiting scope to new or expanded projectshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797861Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:30:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Drowning accident in Pingtung; male college student rushed to hospital with no vital signshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797859Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:26:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 139 students earned perfect scores in history on the subject-based test, the most; number with perfect scores in Math B halvedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797758Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:19:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAResults of the 115 academic year subject-based test were announced, with history having the most perfect scores and the number of students earning perfect scores in Math B falling sharply from the previous academic year. The 大學入學考試中心 released statistics for each subject for reference. False rumors of an open border sparked an influx of migrants; Moroccans condemn authoritieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797656https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797656Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:02:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chinese short video claims the Tang dynasty never existed; Hong Kong media say spread of fake history is driven by traffic-seekinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797657Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:01:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA All 5 benchmark scores fell in Math A and Math B on the subject-based test; biology's top benchmark is highest in 5 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797445https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797445Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:48:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAResults of the 115 academic year subject-based test were announced. Biology's top benchmark reached a 5-year high, while scores in Math A and Math B generally fell. Registration numbers remained stable. 2026 Human Rights Film Award accepts nominations; creators encouraged to address related issueshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797363Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:37:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國家人權博物館 announced that it is accepting nominations for the “2026 Human Rights Film Award,” encouraging filmmakers to explore human rights issues through film. The initiative aims to broaden public dialogue and promote human rights and democratic values. Japan's finance minister confirms: US and Japan working together to support yen, ready to intervene again if necessaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797364Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:34:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe US and Japan jointly intervened in currency markets to support the yen and counter excessive volatility. Both sides said they would continue to intervene if necessary. This was their first joint action since 2011. 7 Chinese military vessels and 1 military aircraft around Taiwan; military monitoringhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797365Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:32:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of National Defense said it detected 7 Chinese military vessels, 3 government ships and 1 military aircraft around Taiwan from Aug. 2 to 3; the military continued monitoring. Magnitude 5.3 earthquake northeast of Egypt's Suez; felt in Cairohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797299Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:32:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 崇越 first-half profit rises 54% year over year; earnings per share of NT$14.79https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797300Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:28:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Trump says he will negotiate with Iran on 8/3; sets no deadline for reaching an agreementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797279Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:21:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Trump announced that he would negotiate with Iran on Aug. 3 over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the nuclear standoff. Markets reacted swiftly, with international oil prices falling nearly 5% during the session. Taiwan stocks turn higher after opening lower; 聯發科, 創意 and 日月光投控 hit limit uphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797178Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:18:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 中共五中全會將登場 港媒預計30人遭撤中央委員https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797176Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:16:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Zealand ultrarunner crosses the Alps in 29 days, setting a historic recordhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797177Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:12:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA The New Taiwan dollar opened up 3.2 cents at 32.26https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797075Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan stocks opened down 339.33 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797074Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:02:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Danube water levels hit a record low; Hungarian nuclear plant shuts down for the first time in 40 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797013Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:58:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA AI models launch cyberattacks autonomously, raising new questions over legal liabilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796940Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:52:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA AI infrastructure boom squeezes consumer electronics; MacBook Air reportedly faces severe shortageshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796939Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:47:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan's chip powerhouse leads the world in feature by leading Brazilian weeklyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796909Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:38:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan stock market accounts reached 14.6 million at the end of July, setting another record, up 118,000 month on monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796910Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:37:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Wu Derong: Typhoon Dolphin approaches; outer circulation to affect Taiwan from the 7thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796908Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:25:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan index futures fall 1,077 points overnight; investment advisers warn of pressure on Taiwan stocks to retest supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796895Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:22:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. had just paused strikes on Iran when tanker explosion reported off Omanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796881Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:18:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Health concerns draw attention as Ariana withdraws from musical and steps out of public viewhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796878Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:09:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA NYT: Unencrypted platform accidentally exposes China's surveillance of foreign nationalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796879Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:08:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Trump confirms U.S. supported yen, saying show of friendship benefits global economyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796712Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:57:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Do 00878 and 00919 returns beat 0050? Insiders cite the data: three major risks behind buying high-dividend ETFs as prices fallhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797592Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The strength of Taiwan’s stock market is underpinned by AI fundamentals and bargain buying of high-dividend ETFs, but the concentrated holdings of ETFs carry a hidden risk of a “death spiral.” Face to Face》What has U.S. Pacific Command done for Taiwan? Defense Minister Wellington Koo explainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797591Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Ahead of the Han Kuang 42 exercise, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense stressed the importance of sustained combat capability and resilient defense. Defense Minister Wellington Koo outlined the strategy and analyzed the military gains from exchanges with the U.S. military. Face to Face》Can Taiwan afford to wait? Wellington Koo concerned that legislature's hold on unmanned vehicle budget is constraining military capabilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797590Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Amid partisan divisions in the Legislative Yuan, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense has yet to secure approval for a NT$210 billion special budget for unmanned vehicles. Defense Minister Wellington Koo fears this will severely constrain the military's development of combat capabilities and domestic production capacity. Face to Face》Could Wellington Koo be called up to serve as a transport platoon leader? Defense minister grapples with precise troop mobilizationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797589Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo commented on reserve mobilization, stressing that the 2026 Han Kuang 42 exercise will fully test the reserve forces' mobilization capabilities. He also outlined reforms focused on precise mobilization and the appropriate allocation of professionals. Face to Face》Military no longer rigidly sticks to one approach to weapons purchases; Wellington Koo discusses what it takes to secure arms dealshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797588Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Defense Minister Wellington Koo is driving arms procurement reforms and has established a defense innovation task force. The approach uses small-batch purchases and testing and evaluation to improve the military's efficiency and flexibility in acquiring weapons, with significant strategic implications. Face to Face》Can Wellington Koo keep the military in check? He initially needed Mei Chia-shu at his side; a civilian minister's 2 years of defense strategyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797587Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒On May 20, 2024, President Lai Ching-te appointed Wellington Koo, a civilian with a legal background, as defense minister. He became Taiwan’s first de facto civilian defense minister, against a backdrop of deepening Taiwan-U.S. military cooperation and questions over the military’s control. 小米 and vivo lose! This is Taiwan's favorite Android phone brand; insiders praise its strong camera, great sound, powerful battery life and durabilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797586Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In Taiwan’s smartphone sales rankings for June 2026, the iPhone 17 series swept the top 3 spots. A new OPPO model surged, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra became the strongest Android phone. There were many notable developments even during the market’s off-season. The sequel to 《油不得你》 is here! 《言不油衷》 poses three soul-searching questions to the Lai government: How many meals of toxic oil have children eaten?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797593Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:55:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒風向株式會社 released the video 《言不油衷》, questioning whether the government concealed information about toxic oil and demanding answers from the Lai Ching-te government on three major issues involving the health of students at 260 schools, sparking strong public concern. Qishan Old Street and E-DA Theme Park lose out! Kaohsiung's top attraction drew 6.64 million visitors; tourists praise its wide range of food, shopping and entertainment, and say it's worth visiting againhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797594Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In the rankings of Kaohsiung tourist attractions for January-May 2026, the Pier-2 Art Center took first place with more than 6.64 million visitors. The Love River and Qishan Old Street were also popular, as the region’s appeal received renewed recognition. Wilder than the 2x bull ETF! This fund soared 418% in a year. Ruan Mu-hua reveals 2 key features: positioned at the heart of the “AI arteries”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797595Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:42:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Fuh Hwa China 5G Communications ETF (00877) saw its net asset value rise from NT$9.8 to NT$50.8 in a year, a gain of 418%, mainly by riding the wave of optical communications in the AI era. Financial expert Ruan Mu-hua said its 2 key features—paying no dividends and having a highly focused portfolio—make it a core beneficiary of AI data transmission. Jiufen and Tamsui have been overtaken! The hottest old street of 2026 drew a staggering 11.13 million visitors. Tourists praise its historic lanes and food: “You never tire of exploring”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797596Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:37:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s old street tourism statistics for the first 5 months of 2026 show Lugang Old Street leading with 11.13 million visits, ahead of Jiufen and Tamsui. Its historic character and local food are major draws, reflecting the continued growth of cultural tourism. Weather forecast: Typhoon Baise will come closest to Taiwan on this day! Latest track brings “3 straight days of heavy rain”; weather agency reveals when skies will clearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797597Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:35:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Central Weather Administration issued a high-temperature alert and is monitoring the path of the large, moderate typhoon “Baise,” which is expected to affect Taiwan from the 7th. This is important information for public safety and weather preparedness. 金融股除息怎麼選？1金控填息率高達8成，背後全靠「這2檔巨獸ETF」撐腰https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797599Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During Taiwan’s financial stocks’ ex-dividend season, it is important to check not only dividend yields but also whether a stock is held by major ETFs. Shanghai Commercial & Savings Bank has an 80% chance of filling its dividend gap thanks to ETF support, while Capital Futures faces greater risk despite its high yield and lack of such support. Major Labor Ministry amendments take effect! Big changes to retirement payout rules for middle-aged and older adults aged 60: the latest labor pension changes at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797598Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s 劳动部 amended the Enforcement Rules of the Labor Pension Act, with several reforms taking effect on March 27, 2026. They include barring employers from refusing workers’ voluntary 6% pension contributions, a 30-day consideration period for monthly pension payments, and expanded debt protections for survivors. The changes affect the retirement rights of more than ten million workers across Taiwan. 5 major changes to the new labor pension system take effect in August! Should you take your pension as a lump sum or monthly payments? Expert shares a 12% savings strategy that could bring you NT$430,000 morehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797600Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:26:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In August 2026, the new labor pension system will implement 5 major reforms. Changes allowing monthly benefit payments and expanded voluntary contributions will broaden the financial options available to workers and survivors. This is an important system change for all workers. Taiwan’s newest amusement park is here! Grand opening on Aug. 8: Taiwan’s largest “free park with 30 attractions and convenient transport”—location and deals at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797601Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:15:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kaohsiung City will open Taiwan’s largest free, semi-indoor family amusement park on August 8. Converted from a former Taiwan Railways factory, it combines industrial heritage with green-energy design and features more than 30 attractions for all ages, with convenient transport to draw families. 2026 National Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen cash gifts are here! Up to NT$50,000 per person: amounts, eligibility and payment methods in 22 counties and citieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797015Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Ahead of the 2026 Double Ninth Festival, 22 counties and cities in Taiwan announced senior-citizen cash gifts. Cash payments of up to 50,000 yen will be provided depending on age and residency period, with differences across regions. This highlights the importance of local welfare in an aging society. US defense-tech startups are hiring heavily in Taiwan, from procurement and supply-chain management to software talent! Why are Anduril and Shield AI betting big on Taiwan?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797014Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒U.S. defense startups Anduril and Shield AI are expanding into Taiwan, accelerating local hiring and supply-chain development. Taiwan is becoming an important hub for the global defense industry thanks to its technological capabilities and manufacturing agility. 下班國際線》台積電洩密案連環爆！楊光磊：台積電史上有2次危機，最怕的是「窮到只剩下錢」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797016Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A series of advanced-process technology leak cases have hit 台積電. Former 台積電 R&D director 楊光磊 says the real threat of technology theft lies not in the documents themselves, but in distorted values among talent and a crisis in corporate culture. [The Journalist] As 台積電 snaps up all the talent, the teacher shortage widens with the new school year—even the Taipei metropolitan area is not sparedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797018Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:40:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s teacher shortage is spreading to urban areas. Science teachers are particularly scarce, with salaries and workload among the contributing factors. Companies such as 台積電 are drawing away talent. [The Journalist] Are you shielding 台糖—or have you forgotten the Food Safety Act’s strict rules? Shih Chung-liang, stop playing dumb!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797017Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:40:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台糖 detected crude oil containing carcinogenic substances but did not report it, while Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang defended the company based on a legal interpretation. The controversy over the scope of the Food Safety and Sanitation Act is growing. A thumbs-up abroad can actually mean giving someone the middle finger? 10 forbidden travel gestures: in some countries, even the OK sign is considered obscenehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797020Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A warning that gestures acceptable when traveling abroad may be considered offensive in certain countries. U Lifestyle has compiled 10 taboo gestures. Will Xi Jinping have no successor in 2027? Japanese media analysis: Why make this move before turning 73—and could it mean Xi has no plans to hand over power?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1797019Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒As Xi Jinping reached the milestone age of 73, he appointed Cai Qi as head of the Party School in a move that offered no hint of a generational transition. The personnel move is seen as a step toward seeking a 4th term at the 21st Party Congress in 2027. Where to stay in Taichung in 2026: 12 places under NT$3,000 a night! High-value hotels near the train station, Calligraphy Greenway and Fengjia Night Markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796716Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Following the opening of a new attraction in Taichung, 12 affordable, high-value accommodations priced under 3,000 yuan were featured. The hotels are mainly around Taichung Station, CMP, and Fengjia Night Market, with convenience and design emphasized for tourists. Japan’s new tax-refund system explained: From Nov. 1, 2026, it switches to “pay first, get refunded later”! 4 major changes at a glance—checking bags first could mean missing your refundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796717Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Japanese government will introduce a new “pay first, refund later” tax-free system in November 2026. Tourists will pay consumption tax at stores and receive refunds at the airport when departing. The system aims to prevent illicit resale and will have a major impact on travelers. Commentary: A reform that falls short? Removing siblings’ reserved shares but leaving statutory inheritance shares untouched means brothers and sisters still divide the estatehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-09/index-en-p10.html#n1796718Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan removed the reserved-share provision for siblings, but protection of spouses’ inheritance rights is still considered inadequate, prompting criticism that the reform does not go far enough. This is a first step toward reform suited to modern family structures.