# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-03 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 79 items from 3 sources; Japan, 21 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 伊朗 stresses that it is not negotiating with 美國 and is focused on reaching an agreement with 阿曼 on the Strait of Hormuz

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:37:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030313.aspx
- anchor: #n1803039
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗、美國、阿曼、CNN

Facts:
- Tear up the memorandum of understanding reached by both sides in June

## China's key technology experts invited to summer retreat in Beidaihe; Cai Qi pays a visit

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:33:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608030312.aspx
- anchor: #n1803036
- Companies mentioned: 中共、央視、新加坡聯合早報、中央社

Facts:
- The “十五五” period is a critical phase for overcoming difficulties and challenges in building a strong education system, a strong science and technology sector, and a strong talent pool

## Gang members forced a teenage girl into prostitution and detained her, making her swallow cigarette butts; combined sentences total 152 years and 6 months

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:32:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608030311.aspx
- anchor: #n1803037
- Companies mentioned: 竹聯幫、弘仁會

Facts:
- Combined sentences total 152 years and 6 months
- The teenage girl's daily payment for sex work of 10,000
- Took 7,000 and split it with the man surnamed Jian
- Left only 3,000 for the girl
- Forced the boy to sign a promissory note for 500,000
- Found the man surnamed Chen guilty of 17 offenses
- The man surnamed Jian committed 14 offenses
- The mainland Chinese woman was found guilty of 2 counts of aggravated unlawful detention

## Ukraine strikes Russia's largest e-commerce warehouse as war reaches into Russians' daily lives

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:30:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030310.aspx
- anchor: #n1803038
- Companies mentioned: 野莓、亞馬遜公司、Russ、RWB集團、富比世、數據洞察、Kontur.Fokus

Facts:
- The company has about 48,000 employees
- 野莓 and ad agency Russ merged to form RWB集團, which is estimated to be worth about $12.6 billion this year
- About 17% to 22% of 野莓's logistics space was affected by drone attacks
- The damaged warehouse space ranges from 893,000 to 1.15 million square meters
- 野莓's parent company RWB previously said that its logistics facilities have a total area of about 5.2 million square meters
- The company has paid more than 40 million rubles to those seriously injured and the families of those killed
- The second round of funding benefited more than 97,000 small and medium-sized businesses
- More than 88,000 merchants received support in the first wave.
- The number of Russian small and medium-sized businesses shutting down reached 209,000.

## SpaceX to Release Its First Financial Report; Musk’s AI Spending Draws Wall Street’s Attention

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:05:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608030309.aspx
- anchor: #n1803033
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX

SpaceX is about to release its first financial report since going public, drawing intense market attention as investors assess whether Starlink’s profits can support Musk’s huge AI spending.

## Taiwan Lottery 539 Draw No. 115187: No Top-Prize Winner

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:04:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608030308.aspx
- anchor: #n1803034
- Companies mentioned: 台彩公司

The Taiwan Lottery 539 draw for No. 115187 was held, with no top-prize winner.

## Israel Plans to Bring Crocodiles Into Prison; Court’s Animal Welfare Concerns Spark Human Rights Controversy

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:03:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030307.aspx
- anchor: #n1803030

An Israeli far-right minister proposed introducing crocodiles at a Palestinian detention facility, but a court blocked the plan on animal-welfare grounds. Human rights groups strongly condemned it as a racist act.

## Taiwan Lottery Power Lottery Draw No. 115062: No Top-Prize Winner

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:02:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608030306.aspx
- anchor: #n1803031
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

The Taiwan Lottery Power Lottery draw for No. 115062 was held on August 3, with no winners of either the first or second prize.

Facts:
- The winning numbers in the first area are 04, 15, 26, 22, 36, and 34.
- Winning number for Zone 2 is 07

## “凱西” to Exhibit at the Cultural Expo for the First Time, Rekindling the Joy of Handwriting

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:01:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608030305.aspx
- anchor: #n1803032

Illustrator 凱西陳 will participate in the 2026 Taiwan Cultural Expo for the first time, revisiting the sentiment of handwriting. 凱西 previously recorded annual revenue of more than 100 million yuan with a character of the same name, demonstrating the value of her personally created therapeutic works.

Facts:
- 凱西陳 will participate in the 2026 Taiwan Cultural Expo for the first time.
- Stationery products by “凱西” once recorded annual sales of more than 100 million yuan.
- The brand exhibition at the 2026 Taiwan Cultural Expo will be held at Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1.
- The general public may enter from August 8 to 12.

## Trump Cancels Plan to Attack Iran; U.S. Stocks Rise in Early Trading, Dow Gains More Than 600 Points

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:50:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608030304.aspx
- anchor: #n1802908
- Companies mentioned: CNBC

Trump canceled the plan to attack Iran, oil prices fell, and the Dow rose more than 600 points in early U.S. trading.

## Dispute Over Public-Sector Pension Back Payments; Liu Jianxin: Handled According to Law, Not the Responsibility of a Single Agency

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:48:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608030303.aspx
- anchor: #n1802909
- Companies mentioned: 考試院、銓敘部、教育部、行政院、民進黨、台灣永社、國民黨

Facts:
- Cuts to civil servant pensions have been halted since ROC year 113.
- If the constitutional ruling on halting pension cuts is still pending before August 1, the difference will be paid.
- Back payments for the difference have been received through July this year。
- 銓敘部 and 教育部 sent simultaneous letters to government agencies and schools on June 8。
- Freeze the budgets of 考試院 and 銓敘部。Liu Jianxin said the amendments do not specify a retroactive effective date，so they can only be implemented according to the effective date stipulated by the Central Laws and Regulations Standards Act（3 days after the bill is promulgated）。Everything is being handled in accordance with the law，and the matter has been explained several times to lawmakers who raised concerns。

## Thousands of migrants remain stranded in Spain’s Ceuta；EU to hold emergency meeting Aug. 4

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:38:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030302.aspx
- anchor: #n1802902
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟執行委員會、西班牙第五電視台、法新社、申根區

Facts:
- About 69,500 migrants returned to Morocco over the past 4 days。
- An estimated 50,000 people arrived in Ceuta at the time。
- 72 people died on the Spanish side of the border。
- There were 11 on the Moroccan side。
- Between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain stranded。
- The city government is handling cases involving 862 underage migrants。

## 中聯福懋5月未通報油品異常 台中市府重罰各300萬元

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:34:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608030301.aspx
- anchor: #n1802900
- Companies mentioned: 中聯福懋、中聯油脂、福懋、台糖

Facts:
- Heavy fines of NT$3 million each imposed on 中聯 and 福懋
- Benzo[a]pyrene detected at 14.7μg/kg

## 崇舜 strengthens its Taiwan operations；contribution from electronic specialty products expected to double

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:33:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608030300.aspx
- anchor: #n1802901
- Companies mentioned: 崇舜、台灣證券交易所

Facts:
- Electronic specialty products are expected to account for 19% of revenue currently
- The share is expected to rise to 40% to 50%
- Accounted for 77% of revenue in 2025
- Accounted for 77% and 21% of revenue in 2025，respectively
- Asia accounted for 38%
- China and Taiwan accounted for 27% and 24%，respectively
- The European market accounted for about 10%
- Capital expenditure investment of about NT$1.06 billion
- A process improvement project worth about 10 million yuan at the China plant
- Earnings per share were NT$0.88 in the first quarter of this year
- Gross margin was 36%
- Institutional investors estimate 崇舜’s earnings per share for the first half will be between NT$1.9 and NT$2。

## New Chinese technology regulations：Revised IC Layout Design Protection Regulations promulgated

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:21:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608030299.aspx
- anchor: #n1802898
- Companies mentioned: 中國國務院、新華社、中國社會科學院法學研究所、中國司法部、國家知識產權局

Facts:
- Takes effect on Oct. 15

## Taoyuan man buys knife after an argument and stabs father to death；district court orders him detained

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:15:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608030298.aspx
- anchor: #n1802895
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Unemployed 33-year-old man surnamed 連
- 連’s father，74
- Had an argument with his father at their residence on the 1st
- Died early on the 2nd

## Texas’s first Republican woman in Congress，葛蘭傑，dies at 83

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:11:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030297.aspx
- anchor: #n1802896

葛蘭傑，Texas’s first Republican woman elected to the U.S. House，has died at 83。She served as mayor of Fort Worth and chaired the House Appropriations Committee，ending nearly 30 years in Congress。

## Palau deepens Taiwan-Palau medical cooperation；appoints Taiwan scholar 陳愷翔 as special adviser to the Ministry of Health

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:11:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608030296.aspx
- anchor: #n1802897
- Companies mentioned: 駐帛琉大使館、帛琉衛生暨公共服務部

Taiwan scholar 陳愷翔 has been appointed by Palau as a special adviser to the Ministry of Health，making him the youngest in history。He will coordinate Taiwan’s medical resources and promote healthcare cooperation between the 2 countries。

## Eswatini prime minister visits Taiwan；to meet President Lai and attend 凱達格蘭論壇

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:57:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608030295.aspx
- anchor: #n1802830
- Companies mentioned: 史瓦帝尼王國、中華民國台灣、凱達格蘭論壇

## Power Lottery draw for issue 115062

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:51:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608030294.aspx
- anchor: #n1802765
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

The Power Lottery draw for issue 115062 was held on August 3。The winning numbers for the first and second areas were announced。

Facts:
- The winning numbers in the first area of Power Lottery issue 115062 are 04、15、26、22、36、34。
- The winning number in the second area of Power Lottery issue 115062 is 07。

## 今彩539 draw for issue 115187

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:43:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608030293.aspx
- anchor: #n1802763
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

Facts:
- Winning number: 07
- 3-Star winning number: 491
- 4-Star winning number: 6016

## Japanese companies' capital spending set to hit record high this fiscal year, thanks to investment in AI and the auto industry

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:41:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030292.aspx
- anchor: #n1802764
- Companies mentioned: NTT、NTT Data Group、Kioxia、Sumitomo Electric Industries、Hokkaido Electric Power、Rapidus、Honda Motor、Toyota Motor

Facts:
- The total is up 14.2% from the previous fiscal year, reaching ¥35.67 trillion
- Manufacturers forecast capital spending will grow 13% from the previous fiscal year, to ¥21.49 trillion
- Non-manufacturers expect an increase of 16.2%, to ¥14.18 trillion

## People's Party candidate accuses Shen Fahui of pressing another lawmaker's voting button, files complaint with Taipei prosecutors

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:35:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608030291.aspx
- anchor: #n1802761

New Taipei City council candidates from the Taiwan People's Party, including Lin Ziyu, filed a complaint accusing DPP lawmaker Shen Fahui of pressing another lawmaker's voting button in the Legislative Yuan, allegedly committing document forgery, and called on prosecutors to investigate. The move highlights concerns over transparency in legislative voting.

## Crocodiles frequently appear in Malaysia's Sarawak state; attacks have killed 5 people in 2026

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:19:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030290.aspx
- anchor: #n1802754
- Companies mentioned: 砂拉越林業公司

Facts:
- The crocodile population exceeded 25,000 in 2024
- Crocodile attacks killed 22 people between 2023 and 2025
- So far this year, 5 people have also died

## 趙姬投資 controversy prompts National Housing and Urban Regeneration Center to vow full protection of landlords' and tenants' rights

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:16:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608030289.aspx
- anchor: #n1802755
- Companies mentioned: 趙姬投資、寄居蟹管理顧問、兆基屋管

Facts:
- More than a hundred investors form a self-help group

## Thai prime minister to visit Indonesia for the first time in 15 years; sides to discuss a range of cooperation

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:15:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030288.aspx
- anchor: #n1802751
- Companies mentioned: 泰國公共電視台（Thai PBS）、民族報（The Nation）、印尼工商總會（KADIN）、泰國商會印尼分會、東協秘書處

Facts:
- Indonesia has a population of about 280 million

## 5 key questions and answers on the 中聯 case: why 台糖 refused to accept the product without reporting it, and a look at food safety inspection responsibilities

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:11:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608030287.aspx
- anchor: #n1802752
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、中聯、南僑

Facts:
- Taipei, 3rd (dispatch)

## Research firm: Capacity cuts by the two major panel makers to reshape global market in 2028

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:09:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608030286.aspx
- anchor: #n1802753
- Companies mentioned: 群創、友達、集邦科技、TrendForce、廣達、日月光、Garmin、樂金顯示器、LGD

Taiwanese panel makers are shifting from a battle over scale to high-value-added technologies through capacity consolidation and asset revitalization.

Facts:
- 友達 and 群創's combined share of LCD panel supply is set to fall below 10%
- LCD laptop panel supply falls to nearly 20%
- LCD TV panel supply share to remain at about 22%
- China's top 3 panel makers account for 74% of the LCD panel supply market
- Global LCD TV panel supply area to shrink by about 2.1%
- Global LCD panel supply to fall by nearly 5 million units a year

## 退休軍警第五級保全進校？新北：尚未獲中央說明

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:06:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608030285.aspx
- anchor: #n1802746
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、中央社、教育局、行政院

Facts:
- It will not be ready in time to take effect when schools open in September

## 3 lions die at Tokyo's 多摩動物公園, suspected victims of extreme heat

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:02:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030284.aspx
- anchor: #n1802744
- Companies mentioned: 多摩動物公園、東京都、朝日新聞、日本氣象廳

Facts:
- 3 lions
- The zoo houses a total of 16 lions
- Average high temperature reached 35.2 degrees

## 泰外長樂見翁山蘇姬晤紅十字代表 緬甸總統將訪曼谷

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:01:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030283.aspx
- anchor: #n1802745
- Companies mentioned: 紅十字國際委員會、泰國、緬甸、東協

Facts:
- 2021 military coup
- Visit to 泰國 from Aug. 6 to 7

## Taiwan stocks rise 266 points; foreign investors turn to net selling of NT$19.1 billion, with 聯電 leading the sales

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:54:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608030282.aspx
- anchor: #n1802619
- Companies mentioned: 聯電、南亞、臺企銀、力積電、台泥、主動統一台股增長、元大台灣50反1、主動統一升級50、主動復華未來50、凱基台灣TOP50、台積電

Facts:
- Taiwan stocks rose 266.66 points today
- 聯電 led net sales, with 89,164 lots
- 南亞: 49,230 lots
- 主動統一台股增長 (00981A) topped the list with 119,545 lots
- 元大台灣50反1 (00632R): 91,655 lots

## Tensions rise over the Philippines-China dispute over the Democratic Reef as China holds successive military drills in the South China Sea

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:52:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608030281.aspx
- anchor: #n1802620
- Companies mentioned: 聯合國

Facts:
- About 900 kilometers from the Democratic Reef
- From the 3rd to the 7th
- From 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the 8th

## Fitness and healthy eating trends fuel whey protein's rise as a new favorite in the U.S. industry

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:51:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608030280.aspx
- anchor: #n1802621
- Companies mentioned: 菲多利、多力多滋、星巴克、賓州州立大學

Facts:
- Contains 15 grams of protein per serving

## July PMI hits 61.5%, expanding for 10 straight months at its fastest pace in nearly 5 years

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:49:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608030279.aspx
- anchor: #n1802622
- Companies mentioned: 中經院、主計總處、中華採購與供應管理協會

中經院 reported that the July manufacturing PMI rose to 61.5%, its highest in nearly 5 years, marking 10 consecutive months of expansion. Strong exports are supporting manufacturing, while stock market volatility has slowed the pace of expansion in the non-manufacturing sector.

Facts:
- Expanded for 10 consecutive months
- The six-month outlook index rose 0.3 percentage points to 64.5%
- Raised the estimate of second-quarter economic growth to 12.92%
- Electronics and optical industries (65.5%)
- Transportation equipment industry (59.5%)
- Electrical and machinery equipment industry (59.2%)
- Food and textile industries (58.8%)
- Chemical, biotechnology and medical industries (51.0%)
- Basic raw materials industry (50.5%)
- New orders and production indexes continued to rise, reaching 63.3%, respectively
- The July NMI, unadjusted for seasonal effects, fell 2.6 percentage points to 57.3%

## Cho Jung-tai: Next year’s general budget will serve the broadest range of people, with a push for technology, national security and debt balance

- Published: 2026-08-03T17:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608030211.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624365-en.html
- anchor: #n1802831
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Premier Cho Jung-tai announced that next year's general budget would accelerate AI policies while aiming to balance fiscal discipline with national security. Taiwan-Japan semiconductor cooperation will also be strengthened through joint development.

Facts:
- The next fiscal year's central government general budget will achieve fiscal balance.
- 台積電's investment in its second Kumamoto wafer fab will exceed US$25.89 billion.
- The Ministry of Economic Affairs is piloting the Taiwan-Japan Joint R&D Program.

## Was the yen's 5% surge merely a flash in the pan? Analysts reveal its biggest fatal flaw

- Published: 2026-08-03T23:00:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557625
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624517-en.html
- anchor: #n1802910
- Companies mentioned: UBS、ING、HSBC、Peterson Institute for International Economics

In an unprecedented move, the United States jointly intervened in currency markets with Japan, briefly sending the yen up 5%. Many say the gains will not last without a change in policy fundamentals.

## U.S. stocks open higher as U.S.-Iran tensions ease and oil falls below $80

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:42:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557518
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624562-en.html
- anchor: #n1802911
- Companies mentioned: アストラゼネカ、百時美施貴宝、マリオット・インターナショナル、アリババ、マイクロン、SpaceX、HSBC、ノボ・ノルディスク、モルガン・スタンレー

Oil prices fell as tensions between the United States and Iran eased, while U.S. stocks rose sharply. Semiconductor stocks, however, declined, and currency and bond markets also fluctuated.

## 佳必琪擬一年內加碼崧騰最多1成持股 每股價格上限60元

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:36:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557708
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624511-en.html
- anchor: #n1802912
- Companies mentioned: 崧騰、輝達、NVIDIA、CSP、ODM

佳必琪 will increase its stake in 崧騰 by up to 10% within a year, paying no more than NT$60 per share, with a total investment capped at NT$423 million. The move aims to strengthen asset allocation in the AI and electric vehicle supply chains.

## South Korean central bank buys gold amid market downturn, adding to holdings for the first time in 13 years!

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:21:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557706
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624514-en.html
- anchor: #n1802913
- Companies mentioned: 世界黃金協會、波蘭央行、中國央行、俄羅斯央行

South Korea's central bank has resumed gold purchases for the first time in 13 years, responding to geopolitical risks and the trend toward de-dollarization by increasing gold's share of foreign exchange reserves. The move carries considerable significance as a signal.

## Disposition period shortened; first OTC-listed stock under new rules set to exit restrictions early on Aug. 10

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:12:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557703
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624520-en.html
- anchor: #n1802914
- Companies mentioned: 旭然

Taiwan's stock exchange and over-the-counter market revised their trading disposition system for the first time in 30 years, shortening the disposition period. 旭然 became the first stock subject to the new rules and will be released early on Aug. 10. The aim is to improve market liquidity.

## Old-system labor pension welcome to 'go new'! Experts offer tax-filing tips: 3 tax benefits for workers exclusively under the old system who make voluntary contributions

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:02:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557635
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624390-en.html
- anchor: #n1802766
- Companies mentioned: KPMG安侯建業

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## 'Buffett Indicator' surges past 230%, flashing a red alert: Is the U.S. stock market really headed for a crash?

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:00:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557531
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624443-en.html
- anchor: #n1802767
- Companies mentioned: 伯克夏海瑟威、FactSet

The “Buffett Indicator” reached a historic high of more than 230%. This suggests U.S. stocks are highly valued and has heightened investor wariness. Buffett himself has not predicted a crash, but the outlook for long-term returns calls for caution.

## July semiconductors: AI demand drives global price surge, with foundry and memory prices rising in tandem

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:50:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557623
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624393-en.html
- anchor: #n1802768
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、三星電子、力積電、高通、聯發科、美光科技、長鑫科技

Driven by rising AI demand, global semiconductor sales exceeded $120 billion in May 2026. 台積電 and Samsung have successively raised prices, while memory products continue to see increases in both volume and prices. This points to structural changes in the semiconductor industry.

## Lai Ching-te: 'Long-Term Care 3.0' will include people with disabilities who need assistance with daily functioning among those eligible for services starting this year

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:35:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557634
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624387-en.html
- anchor: #n1802769

台湾の頼清徳総統が『長照3.0』政策により2026年から要介護の障害者をサービス対象に含めると発表。5年間で480億元以上を投資し、包括的支援を推進する。

## As U.S. debt hits a record high, Bessent turns to yen-market intervention to address the crisis

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:30:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557506
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624402-en.html
- anchor: #n1802770
- Companies mentioned: 日本銀行、ニューヨーク連邦準備銀行

U.S. debt has reached $39.84 trillion, and interest payments now exceed the defense budget. Treasury Secretary Bessent is seeking to stabilize markets through intervention to strengthen the yen. This is a strategic measure to defend the U.S. Treasury market.

## Coretronic bought back 4,436 treasury shares over 2 trading days at an average price of NT$84.35 per share

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:13:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557631
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624399-en.html
- anchor: #n1802771
- Companies mentioned: Mercedes-Benz、BMW、Audi、輝達 (NVIDIA)

Coretronic spent NT$374 million to buy back 4,436 treasury shares over 2 trading days at an average price of NT$84.35, completing 44% of the buyback plan. The shares will be transferred to employees, reflecting the company’s confidence in the future.

## Taiwan stocks fell 6.5% in July as risk premiums were priced in; AllianceBernstein identifies key reasons for resilient fundamentals

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:11:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557525
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624396-en.html
- anchor: #n1802772
- Companies mentioned: 聯博投信

Taiwan stocks fell 6.5% in July, but AllianceBernstein said their underlying strength remains intact and that investment value has emerged as valuations normalized. It recommended active management.

## A major order ahead of Xi Jinping’s U.S. visit! China buys a million tons of U.S. soybeans in one go

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:10:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557526
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624408-en.html
- anchor: #n1802773
- Companies mentioned: 中国儲備糧管理集團（中儲糧）、中糧集団（COFCO）

A Chinese state-owned company bought about 1 million tons of U.S. soybeans. The purchase comes ahead of President Xi Jinping's visit to the United States, with falling prices and expectations that a trade agreement will be fulfilled among the factors behind it.

## 〈Taiwan dollar〉Stocks and foreign exchange move in opposite directions! Plunges 1.46 jiao but holds the NT$32.5 level; intraday range nears 3 jiao

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:06:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557515
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624405-en.html
- anchor: #n1802774

Taiwan stocks rebounded by more than 260 points, but the New Taiwan dollar fell 1.46 jiao amid foreign fund outflows. The central bank intervened to defend the 32.5-yuan level. Market volatility was intense, leaving it the weakest currency in Asia.

## Tourist spending by visitors to Taiwan rose one-tenth in 2025; U.S. visitors led with average daily spending of $242

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:03:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557520
- anchor: #n1802623

Taiwan received 8.57 million visitors in 2025, and tourism spending rose 10.02% year over year, with U.S. visitors recording the highest average daily spending. This points to a shift toward higher-quality tourism and a more diverse market, with important economic implications.

## Trump calls off attack, U.S.-Iran talks resume! Dow futures surge more than 500 points as oil prices plunge

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:01:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557626
- anchor: #n1802624

President Trump called off an attack on Iran and announced the resumption of U.S.-Iran talks. Easing market tensions sent stocks higher and oil prices tumbling. The decline in geopolitical risk had a positive impact on financial markets.

## Foreign investors shift to net selling of NT$18.7 billion; short futures positions top 90,000 contracts for the first time as they target 2 groups, dumping 150,000 shares

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:00:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557510
- anchor: #n1802625
- Companies mentioned: 聯電、力積電、群創、友達、台泥、彰銀、第一金、元大投信、統一投信、復華投信、凱基證券、富邦投信、群益投信、國泰投信

Foreign investors sharply increased short positions in Taiwan stocks and sold shares including 聯電 and 力積電, while buying heavily into ETFs as a hedge, signaling doubts about a market rebound. Investment trusts continued to add positions, highlighting a clear divide between bulls and bears.

## Warsh’s silence sparks credibility crisis; traders fear U.S. Treasury yields could enter a “spiral upward”

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:50:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557027
- anchor: #n1802626
- Companies mentioned: Brandywine Global、Wellington Management、Highline Asset Management、AllianceBernstein、WisdomTree

Fed Chair Warsh's ambiguous response to inflation has undermined market confidence, sending U.S. long-term interest rates soaring. Investors are wary of risk, and turmoil is spreading through bond markets.

## 與證交所同步 櫃買8/10起處置股三大新機制 縮短處置期、每2分鐘撮合1次

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:37:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557508
- anchor: #n1802627
- Companies mentioned: 證交所

The Taipei Exchange announced that 3 major reforms to trading measures for disposition stocks will take effect on Aug. 10, 115, including shorter restriction periods, more frequent matching and revised price-spread standards for high-priced stocks, to improve market liquidity and investor rights.

## Don’t bet on the wrong direction! Fed’s No. 3 official warns: rate hikes will come without hesitation if necessary

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:30:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557519
- anchor: #n1802628
- Companies mentioned: Federal Reserve (Fed)、Cleveland Fed

New York Fed President Williams warned that the Fed would not hesitate to raise interest rates if inflation fails to reach its 2% target. He also pointed to increased demand from AI investment as a factor driving prices higher.

## Will Taiwan follow the U.S. and South Korea with “circuit breakers”? 證交所 says it is not considering them; these 2 mechanisms are enough to cool and stabilize the market

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:21:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557509
- anchor: #n1802629

Taiwan’s stock exchange said it is not considering adopting U.S.- and South Korean-style circuit breakers, saying the existing 10% price fluctuation limit and intraday stabilization measures are sufficient. The move aims to steady market confidence and clear up media misunderstandings about the margin maintenance ratio.

## 日本央行 data show Japan may have spent about $34 billion intervening in currency markets last Friday

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:20:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6557377
- anchor: #n1802630
- Companies mentioned: 日本央行、アメリカ財政部

日本央行 deployed about $34 billion last Friday to intervene in currency markets and curb the yen's decline. The move was part of coordinated U.S.-Japan action aimed at restraining speculative moves amid the yen's rapid depreciation.

## Hi3D to release next-generation model “Hi3D V3.0” in August; also publishes cross-platform comparison tests against major AI 3D generation tools

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:43:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188344.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624465-en.html
- anchor: #n1802903
- Companies mentioned: Hi3D、Math Magic

Facts:
- Raised geometry reconstruction resolution to 2048³ voxels.
- Hi3D V3.0 supports texture output up to 8K

## Regarding the establishment of “りそなキャピタル10号投資事業組合”

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:42:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000100027.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624464-en.html
- anchor: #n1802904
- Companies mentioned: りそなキャピタル、りそな銀行、埼玉りそな銀行、関西みらい銀行、りそなキャピタル10号投資事業組合

Facts:
- There were approximately 25,000 startups in 2025
- Startup funding in the first half of 2026 rose 4% year on year to 503.3 billion yen
- Total fund size: 5.8 billion yen
- Fund term: 10 years

## Tachikawa City's drone school where りんごちゃん came for a free trial [August only]: ドローンスクールコモンズ立川立飛, featured on TV, launches a special summer campaign｜National drone certification for 200,000 yen; free trial sessions now available

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:42:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000176615.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624462-en.html
- anchor: #n1802905
- Companies mentioned: ドローンスクールコモンズ立川立飛、株式会社エーアールエー

Facts:
- 200,000 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 300,000 yen (tax included)

## [Japan Women's Youth Handball Team] Lose to Switzerland in the first main-round match of the 11th Women's Youth World Championship

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000239.000106743.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624463-en.html
- anchor: #n1802906
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会、IHF（国際ハンドボール連盟）

Facts:
- 31ｰ41
- 15-15
- 13ｰ9
- 19ｰ24
- 21ｰ27
- #11 三浦 陽奈 12点
- #18 濵口 りお 4点
- #28 中筋 海南 4点
- #21 中屋 琴子 3点
- #27 槇野 心美 3点
- #39 中川 りのあ 3点
- #4 若山 芭奈 1点
- #24 前田 莉子1点

## 世界ゆるスポーツ協会、新しい競技「コメディ」「ミツバッチビー」「バレーボム」を開発

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:35:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000018821.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624478-en.html
- anchor: #n1802907

世界ゆるスポーツ協会 has developed 3 sports: “コメディ,” “ミツバッチビー” and “バレーボム.” Designed for use in corporate training and sports festivals, they are attracting attention as safe sports that everyone can enjoy.

## Drone school ドローンスクールコモンズ立川立飛校, where りんごちゃん came for a free trial [limited period in August; completely free], begins offering drone building inspections, infrared surveys, repair plans and color simulations｜株式会社エーアールエー

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:26:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000176615.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624447-en.html
- anchor: #n1802899
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エーアールエー、ドローンスクールコモンズ立川立飛校

Facts:
- In business for more than 30 years

## 東京都 holds the first meeting of its disaster response headquarters on Typhoon No. 13 of Reiwa 8

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:00:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006826.000052467.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624429-en.html
- anchor: #n1802894
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、小笠原村、渋谷正昭、自衛隊、海上保安庁

Facts:
- 派遣 2 liaison and coordination personnel to Ogasawara Chichijima
- 小笠原村 opened shelters from 18:00 on the 3rd

## 【押上】舟をモチーフにした1フロア1室のブティックホテル『illi Sen Oshiage』2026年8月オープン

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000032253.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624362-en.html
- anchor: #n1802828
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BARE NOTE STUDIO、illi Stays、illi Sen Oshiage

Facts:
- Can accommodate up to 6 guests

## 【8/19(水)10:00開催・参加無料】オンラインセミナー「官民連携ラボ」を開催。『戦略的自治体営業｜地域課題解決のパートナーシップ構築法』で、自治体営業の“基礎”から官民連携の“具体”まで

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000377.000132312.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624361-en.html
- anchor: #n1802827
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、GDX

Facts:
- August 19, 2026 (Wed.), 13:00–14:00
- Established in 2023

## 文化放送にて『ローチケ presents 知ればもっと熱くなる！Ｔリーグ卓球マガジン』が放送

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003015.000038094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624416-en.html
- anchor: #n1802826
- Companies mentioned: 文化放送、T.T彩たま、ローチケ

T League will present a special segment on a radio program on 文化放送. Players including 有延大夢 will appear to share the appeal of table tennis, with the aim of expanding its fan base.

## キーエンス30年/元マネージャーの実践知×Claudeによるモダン化された営業プロセスを公開。シンカワークス、「営業組織を仕組みで変える」営業DXソリューションをDXPO東京'26【夏】へ出展

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:46:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188429.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624363-en.html
- anchor: #n1802829
- Companies mentioned: キーエンス、シンカワークス、Claude

Facts:
- キーエンス30年
- August 20, 2026

## Original reed diffuser on sale starting today!

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:32:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000117508.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624328-en.html
- anchor: #n1802762
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コレカティス、CORECATIS VIRTUAL PROJECT

Facts:
- The cumulative number of Talent and LIVER has exceeded 1000
- The “¥100 Million Project,” with a total investment of ¥100 million

## Shinker Co., Ltd. signs official marketing sponsorship agreement with T League team 静岡ジェード—supporting the development of regional sports and the revitalization of Shizuoka—

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:27:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000111800.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624320-en.html
- anchor: #n1802756

Shinker, a digital marketing company in Shizuoka Prefecture, has signed a sponsorship agreement with 静岡ジェード of the T League. The company will support the development of regional sports and the revitalization of Shizuoka.

## [2026 Edition] Seminar on Customer Acquisition Strategies Connecting the Physical and Digital Worlds

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000110808.html
- anchor: #n1802757

The 2026 edition of the “Seminar on Customer Acquisition Strategies Connecting the Physical and Digital Worlds” will be held online for free. The seminar offers strategies for sustaining and leveraging in-person interactions through digital channels, making it important for small and midsize businesses and store owners.

## [ファボーレ富山] A limited-time gathering of Kanazawa’s longtime favorites!

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:19:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000185346.html
- anchor: #n1802758
- Companies mentioned: きんつば中田屋、佃の佃煮、加賀麩不室屋

3 long-established Kanazawa shops will set up limited-time stores at ファボーレ富山. They will sell traditional sweets and tsukudani, sharing local flavors with the rest of Japan.

## XLEDIA publishes “Model Number Verification Guide” to distinguish discontinued products from current products

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:17:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000173067.html
- anchor: #n1802759
- Companies mentioned: 日本エクスレディア株式会社、XLEDIA、株式会社ユニティ

Facts:
- Total luminous flux: 1,300 lm
- Total luminous flux: 1,000 lm
- Total luminous flux: 3,000 lm
- 6,500K (daylight)
- 5,000K (cool white)
- Total luminous flux: 1,430 lm

## ＝LOVE TBS系「CD TVライブ！ライブ！」に生出演し、新曲『恋、はじめました。』を新衣装にてフル尺初披露！ 8/4(火)0:00から『恋、はじめました。』先行配信スタート！！

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004949.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1802747
- Companies mentioned: ＝LOVE、TBS、ソニーミュージック、LINE MUSIC、オリコン、Billboard

Facts:
- 1.9億 cumulative streams
- 2.2 billion total views on TikTok
- More than 500,000 copies shipped cumulatively
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)
- Those who played it more than 700 times
- Those who played it more than 300 times
- Those who played it more than 55 times

## [Schedule announced] Briefing on the survey into document and data management and the use of generative AI by local governments, to be held on August 5 (Wed.)—Will knowledge “disappear” with staff transfers or be “passed on”?

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000376.000132312.html
- anchor: #n1802750
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、川口弘行合同会社

Facts:
- Capacity: 100 people
- 60 minutes

## Gaming streamer “きりやん” oversees the project! FM愛媛 and JFNC jointly develop “きりやんレモンソーダ,” made with lemons from Gogoshima, Ehime!

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000672.000023172.html
- anchor: #n1802749
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク、株式会社エフエム愛媛、White Tails、株式会社With e、FMマルシェ

Facts:
- Contents: 200ml × 6 bottles
- Price: 3,500 yen (tax included)

## WOWOW to broadcast 聖飢魔Ⅱ’s “SEASON Ⅱ” 大黒ミサ tour live exclusively! The concert will be featured in a September broadcast and streaming lineup alongside 4 past live shows!

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008876.000001355.html
- anchor: #n1802748
- Companies mentioned: 聖飢魔Ⅱ、BABYMETAL、WOWOW

Facts:
- 40th anniversary of its debut on Earth
- September 5
- 6:00 p.m.–
- 7:30 p.m.–
- 9:30 p.m.–
- 5:30 p.m.–
- 8:30 p.m.–

## “Professor Yoro Thinks About Life! Ep. 57: A Program Following My Battle With Cancer Was Broadcast” now available on Audible!

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:51:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000544.000060069.html
- anchor: #n1802683
- Companies mentioned: Moon Creative Lab Inc.、VOOX、三井物産

Facts:
- The “バカの壁” series has surpassed 7 million copies sold
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- It aired on Sunday, July 5, 2026
- More than 700 episodes of content are currently available

## Ministry of Economic Affairs says “台糖 was not required to report the tainted oil” and warns against taking the issue too far; prosecutors’ office director counters: reporting is a legal duty

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:50:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153719
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624532-en.html
- anchor: #n1802970
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、中聯油脂

台糖5月验出中联油脂原料油苯并芘超标，仅换货未通报，遭高检署批违反法定义务。经济部称‘不应无限上纲’遭打脸，凸显食安通报制度争议。

## Did 台糖 have a duty to report? NTU public health professor explains the law is “not that simple”; the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s interpretation is not the only possibility

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:43:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153718
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624536-en.html
- anchor: #n1802971
- Companies mentioned: 中聯、南僑、台糖

台糖在5月檢出中聯致癌油並退貨，但未通報主管機關引發爭議。台大公衛教授詹長權分析《食安法》解釋複雜，強調國營事業應負更高公共責任。

## 晶片驗證吃掉七成設計時間！西門子攜NVIDIA推自主驗證Agentic AI，特性週期縮短逾10倍

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:25:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153717
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624565-en.html
- anchor: #n1802972
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、STMicroelectronics

Siemens and NVIDIA are working together to strengthen autonomous verification capabilities for AI agents in EDA design. The effort will sharply cut design verification time and improve chip development efficiency.

## Chunghwa Precision Test Tech’s July revenue hits a record NT$615 million, up nearly half year over year! Agentic AI boosts its dual GPU and ASIC growth engines, underpinning full-year momentum

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:17:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153716
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624529-en.html
- anchor: #n1802973

Chunghwa Precision Test Tech’s July revenue reached NT$615 million, up 49.9% year over year and setting a record. Driven by demand for AI and high-performance computing, its GPU and ASIC testing businesses are expected to support growth for the full year, underscoring its leading position in advanced chip testing.

## 擷發科 targets southern Taiwan’s AI opportunities! AIVO enters semiconductor workplace safety and rail transit, supports NVIDIA, Intel and Arm, and aims to deliver results in the second half

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:12:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153715
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624544-en.html
- anchor: #n1802974
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Intel、Arm、Axelera AI、Arculus EDA Taiwan

擷發科技 has launched its Greater Southern Taiwan AI strategy, using its AIVO platform to enter semiconductor workplace safety and smart transportation. It supports multiple chip architectures, including those from NVIDIA, Intel and Arm, and expects to show tangible results in the second half of 2026, strengthening its edge AI commercialization strategy.

## Commercial real estate in Beijing and Shanghai dumped at half price! Hsieh Chin-ho reveals private equity funds have “changed tack” and are buying property in this country

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:11:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153714
- anchor: #n1802975
- Companies mentioned: KKR、AEW Capital Management、PAG、浦發銀行、黑石集團

Foreign private equity funds KKR and AEW sold Chinese commercial real estate for less than half its value and redirected the proceeds to Japanese property. This signals declining confidence in China's economy and renewed interest in the Japanese market.

## AI materials buying boom erupts across the board! 崇越’s Q2 revenue tops NT$20 billion for the first time, with EPS of NT$7.92 setting records

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:06:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153713
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624547-en.html
- anchor: #n1802976

Driven by expanding AI and HPC demand, 崇越科技's revenue in Q2 2026 exceeded 20 billion yuan for the first time, while EPS hit a record 7.92 yuan. Rising demand for materials and overseas expansion were key growth drivers.

## Blue camp’s “two suns” reportedly spark “chemistry”! Huang Yang-ming reveals Chiang Wan-an’s real role: saving Lu Hsiu-yen in 2028

- Published: 2026-08-03T22:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153675
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624422-en.html
- anchor: #n1802832

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s frequent political moves are seen as forming a strategic partnership with Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen. Media personality Huang Yang-ming said the two have developed “chemistry,” with Chiang playing the role of political kingmaker to save Lu in 2028, a key factor in the Blue camp’s strategy.

## Will EZ Way be returned to public ownership? Customs Administration clarifies the “director general’s actual remarks”: influencers and media may have misunderstood

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:46:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153710
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624413-en.html
- anchor: #n1802833
- Companies mentioned: 關貿公司

The Ministry of Finance’s Customs Administration clarified that it has no plan to bring the EZ Way app back under public ownership and that the director general’s remarks were misunderstood. It stressed that paper authorization remains an option and that personal information is protected, so the public need not be overly concerned.

## 台糖 failed to report 中聯’s tainted oil! FDA explains Food Safety Act rules: reporting is not required for products

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153709
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624425-en.html
- anchor: #n1802834
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、中聯、南僑、福壽

台糖於5月發現中聯供應的粗油脂苯並芘超標，因未簽收且視為原料，依法無通報義務。食藥署與地方政府均認定其未違法，凸顯《食安法》對「產品」與「原料」的界定差異。

## Taiwan stock investors take note! 證交所 revises rules for disposition stocks; new system takes effect Aug. 10

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:26:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153707
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624428-en.html
- anchor: #n1802835

The Taiwan Stock Exchange revised its disposition-stock system, introducing shorter disposition periods and more frequent trading executions from Aug. 10. The changes aim to improve market efficiency and transparency.

## Is Aung San Suu Kyi still alive? Photo of her cutting a birthday cake under house arrest emerges; supporters urge Myanmar government to release her immediately

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:00:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153685
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3624458-en.html
- anchor: #n1802836
- Companies mentioned: 国際赤十字委員会（ICRC）、全国民主連盟（NLD）、民族団結政府（NUG）

Myanmar pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with the International Committee of the Red Cross for the first time since the 2021 coup, confirming that she is alive. Supporters and human rights groups are demanding her immediate release.

## Convicted after withdrawing money from his deceased mother’s account! Lawyer shares “2 ideas about inheritance” that many people never understand in their lifetime

- Published: 2026-08-03T21:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153652
- anchor: #n1802684
- Companies mentioned: 立勤國際法律事務所

A father and child who withdrew 2.06 million yen in deposits immediately after the mother's death were convicted of document forgery. A lawyer stressed that an inheritance is jointly owned by the heirs and urged caution.

## No. 10 among the world’s top 20 travel destinations! The Times recommends must-visit cities for November; Kaohsiung is the only Taiwanese city on the international list.

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:11:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153706
- anchor: #n1802685
- Companies mentioned: The Times、Agoda、Klook、Expedia、遠見雜誌

Kaohsiung ranked 10th in The Times' “20 global destinations to visit in November,” becoming the only Taiwanese city on the list. Its warm climate and diverse tourist attractions were cited.

## Lee Chuan says “some people choose to complain”; Su Chiao-hui’s campaign office fires back: Can’t municipal shortcomings be scrutinized?

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:06:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153703
- anchor: #n1802686

KMT candidate Lee Chuan said “some people choose to complain,” drawing a sharp response from DPP candidate Su Chiao-hui’s campaign office, which accused him of evading municipal shortcomings and cited issues including grass growing in drainage ditches and leaks at the Taipei Dome, highlighting the focus of the election dispute.

## From carbon footprint labels to local carbon emission factors, Taichung City is building low-carbon competitiveness for agricultural products through carbon information disclosure.

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:04:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153702
- anchor: #n1802687

The Taichung City Government's Agriculture Bureau is promoting carbon-footprint labels for agricultural products and the development of local emission factors. The effort aims to meet global demand for decarbonization and strengthen the agricultural sector's low-carbon competitiveness.

## Patrol Vessel 七 sets sail to patrol the Pacific high seas. Kuan Bi-ling: Protecting fishing rights and combating IUU fishing demonstrate Taiwan’s influence.

- Published: 2026-08-03T20:01:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153700
- anchor: #n1802688

The Coast Guard Administration's 巡護七号 began fisheries monitoring duties on the high seas in the Pacific. Chairwoman Kuan Bi-ling highlighted the protection of fishing rights and international cooperation, underscoring Taiwan's contribution to ocean affairs.

## Sanyi Shuangtan Care Station celebrates Father’s Day; Chung Tung-chin cuts cake and sings folk songs with seniors.

- Published: 2026-08-03T19:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153705
- anchor: #n1802695

The Shuangtan Community Care Center in Sanyi Township, Miaoli County, held a Father's Day event attended by County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin. The county plans to establish a “Dementia Home” as part of its efforts to address dementia.

## “Love Nantou” premarital education growth camp combines travel experiences with a leisurely tour of Nantou for a happy new beginning.

- Published: 2026-08-03T19:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153704
- anchor: #n1802697
- Companies mentioned: 救国団南投県团委員会

Nantou County held “Love Love Nantou,” an event combining premarital education and tourism for unmarried young people. It aims to foster views on love and a sense of responsibility through nature experiences while revitalizing the local community.

## With Taichung at its core, central Taiwan aims to become a global hub for the unmanned vehicle industry.

- Published: 2026-08-03T19:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153698
- anchor: #n1802705
- Companies mentioned: 漢翔航空工業股份有限公司、國家中山科學研究院

The Legislative Yuan’s Economics Committee led a delegation to inspect the development of unmanned vehicles at AIDC and the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology. Taichung Deputy Mayor Cheng Chao-hsin advocated making Taichung the core of an effort to turn central Taiwan into a global hub for the unmanned vehicle industry, citing the advantages of a complete industrial cluster and supply chain.

## The population of Yunlin’s High-Speed Rail Special District surpasses 9,300, and the county government establishes a high school! Chang Li-shan: Fulfilling our responsibility for education and urban development.

- Published: 2026-08-03T18:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153701
- anchor: #n1802724
- Companies mentioned: 国立台湾師範大学

Yunlin County is partnering with 国立台湾師範大学 to establish a new high school in the High-Speed Rail Special District. The project aims to address population growth and educational disparities and contribute to regional development.