Can weight-loss injections do more than help people lose weight? National Taiwan University retrospective study finds they may reduce obesity-related cancers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A study by National Taiwan University’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology found that non-diabetic people with obesity who used GLP-1 drugs had a 41% lower risk of obesity-related cancers. The findings, published in Annals of Oncology, suggest metabolic drugs may have cancer-prevention potential.
Not Japan or the United States! This country tops the 2026 list of the world’s 10 best countries to relocate to; Taiwan ranks fifth, with 2 reasons leaving foreigners highly satisfied
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Rumavi Global Relocation Index has been released, with Estonia taking first place and Taiwan ranking fifth. Safety and healthcare were highly rated by foreigners, highlighting Taiwan’s growing international competitiveness as a place to live.
Iran issues stern warning to the United States: Launch another attack and we will retaliate twice as hard……your allies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Iran warned it would retaliate against Gulf allies in preparation for a U.S. military attack. Talks on navigation through the Strait of Hormuz have also been delayed by U.S. threats.
Taoyuan Youth Entrepreneurship Expo brings together more than 200 teams, linking resources across industries to put startups on the world stage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Youth Startup Expo, hosted by the Taoyuan City Government and the Industrial Technology Research Institute, was held with more than 200 startup teams taking part. It is promoting international cooperation in smart manufacturing, green technology and smart healthcare, and supporting the growth of startups from Taiwan.
Century-old Yingge ceramics brand backs 蘇巧慧! 新旺集瓷 director: She is the superhero of my life; hopes she will be elected New Taipei City mayor
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Wu Chia-hua, director general of Yingge’s century-old ceramics brand 「新旺集瓷」, publicly endorsed Su Chia-hui, a candidate for New Taipei mayor. She praised her as a “superhuman in life,” and former President Tsai Ing-wen also sent a message of support.
Zenyum綻雅 unveiled its premium clear aligner treatment, “Zenyum Clear Ultra,” which can also address cases involving tooth extraction and severe misalignment. A dentist’s assessment is essential, but the treatment expands options for more complex cases.
AI “mining hubs” get an overhaul! Experts identify Taiwan and South Korea as “cornerstones” of the global supply chain, while Malaysia becomes an AIDC powerhouse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
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Corporate earnings in emerging markets (EPS) went through a lackluster period from 2010 to 2020
After cutting losses to survive, Situational Awareness fund has spent $400 million returning to the investment market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Situational Awareness fund, led by 25-year-old investor Leopold Aschenbrenner, a former OpenAI researcher, reinvested $400 million in private companies after a margin-call crisis sharply reduced its assets. The move signaled its determination to make a comeback.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Anthropic、Fluidstack、MatX、Citadel、D1 Capital
History’s third stock to top NT$10,000! Taiwan’s top-performing stock 川湖 surges more than 40% in 5 days; outlook to be shared at tomorrow’s investor conference
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Shares of server-rail maker King Slide topped NT$10,000 amid rising demand for AI servers, making it Taiwan’s 3rd stock in history to reach the 10,000 mark. The company will outline its plans at an investor conference tomorrow.
Taiwan stocks after the close: Heavyweights falter, high-priced stocks rally; index falls 214 points but holds above the quarterly line, ending a streak of 4 straight daily gains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s stock market fell on weakness in large-cap electronics and financial shares, closing at 44,396.7 points and ending a four-day winning streak. Steel, cooling and high-priced stocks, however, held firm.
The AI boom drove Taiwan and South Korean semiconductor stocks sharply higher, but was quickly followed by a steep correction, pushing emerging-market volatility above its pandemic peak. A major foreign-investor exodus has exposed concentration risks and challenged investment strategies.
Century Wind Power posts first-half EPS of 9.3, a record for the period; order visibility extends to 2029
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Century Wind posted first-half net income after tax of NT$1.691 billion this year and EPS of NT$9.3, both record highs. Its order visibility extends through 2029, and it is accelerating growth by increasing its EPC share and pursuing M&A.
Putin announces formation of unmanned combat systems unit to counter Ukrainian drone attacks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the creation of a new branch of the military, the Unmanned Operations Systems Corps, to counter Ukrainian drone attacks. The move comes amid repeated attacks on civilian and defense-industry facilities.
Ukraine announces it has attacked more than 100 strategic targets in Russia over the past 40 days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Ukraine’s Security Service said it had attacked more than 100 strategic Russian targets over the past 40 days. The targets included defense-industry and energy facilities, with the aim of weakening Russia’s ability to sustain the war.
DeepSeek announces steep API price hikes, shifting from low-cost competition to commercial monetization
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Chinese AI company DeepSeek sharply raised its API prices, making a decisive shift toward monetization. The strategic change, backed by its market power, will affect pricing across the industry.
Repeated attacks on Russian e-commerce warehouses leave traditional retailers on edge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Warehouses belonging to Russia’s major e-commerce platforms Wildberries and Ozon were repeatedly hit by Ukrainian drone attacks. Traditional retailers are also considering rebuilding their supply chains.
A savvy move? Just after Duan Yongping said he would not sell for 10 years, he trimmed his Pop Mart stake—the truth differs from market speculation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The stake held by prominent investor Duan Yongping in Pop Mart fell from 7.65% to 5.55%. The change resulted from settlements involving derivatives, not market sales. He had just said he would not sell for 10 years, indicating that his long-term holding stance remains unchanged.
Who is buying amid Taiwan’s market swings? Institutional and retail ETF moves revealed; most popular high-dividend and market-cap-weighted picks unveiled!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
With Taiwan stocks volatile recently, institutions and retail investors are actively investing in ETFs, favoring high-dividend, market-cap-weighted and actively managed products. The trend reflects investors’ desire for strategies that steadily build assets amid market swings.
Taiwan stock funds lead, active ETFs lag; 鉅亨買基金 says AI demand is unchanged and volatility offers a long-term buying opportunity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan equity funds and passive ETFs outperformed the broader market in the first half of this year, while active ETFs underperformed. Anue Fund said short-term volatility presents an opportunity for long-term investment, given the continuing demand for AI.
Gold hits a 7-week high; expert says long-term bull trend remains intact, with prices potentially returning to $5,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Gold prices hit a 7-week high, and experts said the long-term uptrend is likely to continue. Geopolitical risks and distrust of currencies are among the factors behind the rise.
Last week’s pause was a period of observation! Fed’s Cook turns hawkish: if inflation does not ease, be ready to support rate hikes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fed Governor Lisa Cook signaled support for further rate hikes unless inflation slows. Policy uncertainty and growing hawkish sentiment within the Fed are contributing factors.
Companies mentioned：Federal Reserve、Anchorage Economic Development Corporation、CNBC
Samsung Targets Web3 Financial Ecosystem, With Native Stablecoins to Be Built Into 800 Million Galaxy Phones
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Samsung Electronics will introduce native stablecoin functionality on up to 800 million Galaxy smartphones, accelerating its push into the Web3 financial ecosystem. The move marks an important step in the convergence of blockchain and mobile payments.
AI Power System Revolution: 大聯大 and 英飛凌 Team Up to Tap SST Opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
大聯大旗下詮鼎集團 and 英飛凌 held an online seminar on SST technology, promoting high-efficiency power-conversion solutions for AI data centers, energy storage and EV charging. Silicon carbide (SiC) technology is key.