AI News 180m Report

2026-08-06 21:00–24:00 JST

196 received, 196 listed, 7 sources ・ Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 165 items from 6 sources; Japan, 31 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所 (continued)(50)

[大鵬科CLMX] Announces board approval of the financial report for Q2 of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

大鵬科技 announced its financial report for Q2 of 115, with first-half EPS of NT$6.51.

【大鵬科CLMX】Announcement of the results of price stabilization operations during the first 5 business days following listing

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

大鵬科技 announced the results of its underwriter’s price-stabilization operations during the first 5 days after its stock listing, with the underwriter purchasing a cumulative 680,000 shares.

Companies mentioned:富邦綜合證券股份有限公司

【三地開發】Announcement of the date of the board meeting to review the company's financial report for the second quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

三地開發 (1438) announced that it will hold a board meeting on Aug. 13, 115, to present its Q2 financial report.

Companies mentioned:三地開發

奕力-KY announces that the board meeting to review the company’s consolidated financial report for Q2 2026 is scheduled for Aug. 13, 2026

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

奕力-KY announced that it will hold a board meeting on Aug. 13 to discuss its consolidated financial report for Q2 2026.

Companies mentioned:奕力-KY

【嘉裕】Announcement of a change in the company's spokesperson

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

嘉裕 announced a change to its spokesperson position. General Manager 陳冠伸 will succeed former Chairman 陳陞, effective Aug. 5.

Companies mentioned:嘉裕

【嘉裕】Announcement of a change in the company's general manager

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

嘉裕 (1417) appointed 陳冠伸 as its new general manager, effective Aug. 5, 115.

Companies mentioned:嘉裕、斯泰蘭蒂斯

[台灣大] Its subsidiary 台灣固網 announces the acquisition of a right-of-use asset from 新台北有線電視 Co., Ltd.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台灣大 subsidiary 台灣固網 acquired a right-of-use asset for real estate in Nangang District from related party 新台北有線電視 to expand its fixed-network facilities.

Companies mentioned:台灣大、台灣固網、新台北有線電視

[台灣大] Its subsidiary 台灣固網 announces the acquisition of a right-of-use asset from 精誠資訊 Co., Ltd.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台灣大哥大 subsidiary 台灣固網 leased office space in Neihu District from related party 精誠資訊 to build fiber-optic network and transmission equipment and expand its service coverage.

Companies mentioned:台灣固網、台灣大哥大、精誠資訊

Japan | PR TIMES(31)

【ココマイスター】The ザオークバーク series features thickly braided oak bark. New long wallets, bi-fold wallets and card cases are now available in combinations featuring natural NUME leather from Japan for the lining.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

On August 6, 2026, ココマイスター launched 3 new wallets featuring British oak bark exteriors and Japanese tanned leather linings. The Japanese-made leather brand is drawing attention for its focus on luxury and the patina that develops over time.

Post-event report: “ONE SAMURAI 2 Press Conference”—fighters including 野杁正明 and リウ・メンヤン take the stage! They share their passionate thoughts ahead of the August 8 bouts!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The “ONE SAMURAI 2 Press Conference” was held at TFT Hall 500 on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
  • “ONE SAMURAI 2,” to be held on Saturday, August 8
  • “ONE SAMURAI 3,” to be held at 横浜BUNTAI on Saturday, September 12
  • “ONE SAMURAI 4,” to be held at 有明アリーナ on Saturday, October 17

Companies mentioned:ONE Championship、Group ONE Holdings、RISE

OriginalTVアニメ「バンドリ! ゆめ∞みた」#8本編中ライブ映像を公開!Blu-ray 上巻のジャケットイラストも公開!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Release date: Wednesday, December 16, 2026
  • Price: ¥19,800 per volume (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社ブシロード、バンドリ! ゆめ∞みた、夢限大みゅーたいぷ、BanG Dream!

“Affirm your entire life.” A message for everyone living through turbulent times. 坂本慎治 appears in digital advertisements between Shin-Osaka and Umeda.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • For 8 days, from Monday, August 3, 2026, through Monday, August 10

Companies mentioned:NPO法人生活支援機構ALL、MIROKU ―生活困窮者の全方位支援団

We want to reduce the number of people who say, “I can’t exercise because I have children.” TRUE FORM PILATES, a private-room machine Pilates studio expanding from Toda, Saitama Prefecture, is set to have 4 locations by the end of the year.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • By the end of 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社T&C、TRUE FORM PILATES

【Handball: Japan Women’s Youth National Team】Results of the 11th Women’s Youth World Championship, 9th–12th-place playoffs: beat オランダ to advance to the 9th-place match

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Japan 47 (20-17, 27-19) 36 オランダ
  • A dominant 47-36 win over オランダ, by an 11-point margin
  • 三浦陽菜, who had an outstanding performance with 16 points
  • July 29–Aug. 9, 2026

Companies mentioned:日本ハンドボール協会、オランダ、フランス、IHF(国際ハンドボール連盟)、ルーマニア

【Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake】Kumamoto support team has been active at 3 locations since the day the earthquake struck. A total of 5,880 meals served

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A total of 42 homes cleared of earthquake damage
  • A total of 10 tons of disaster waste removed
  • A total of 200 volunteers took part

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人熊本支援チーム、Amazon

【Ryogoku】An older building transformed into a boutique hotel. ‘illi Sui Asakusa-Ryogoku,’ which can accommodate up to 8 guests, opens in September 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Can accommodate up to 8 guests
  • 28% off the accommodation rate

Companies mentioned:株式会社BARE NOTE STUDIO、株式会社moss.、株式会社スリーライフ、株式会社東京アセットソリューション、株式会社室井商会

【Kanazawa, Sept. 2】What is “high-value-added management” that can break through the limits of “defensive wage increases”? A seminar on the “skills improvement → business performance improvement → wage increases” cycle, driven by changing managers’ mindsets

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The effective job-openings-to-applicants ratio in Ishikawa Prefecture is 1.53 times
  • Japanese companies’ “management education” ranks 60th among 64 countries worldwide
  • The “Branding Series” has sold more than 1 million copies in total
  • Corporate branding and talent development for a cumulative total of more than 3,000 companies

Companies mentioned:株式会社イマジナ、国際経営開発研究所(IMD)、ホテル日航金沢

Shueisha launches “MANGA MILLION,” a global service commemorating its 100th anniversary, on August 6. About 400 manga titles will be translated into more than 100 languages, with a total of 1 million pages available free worldwide for a limited time (limited distribution in Japan).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 100th anniversary of founding
  • More than 100 languages
  • A total of 1 million pages
  • Through the end of December 2027
  • About 30 titles
  • About 2–3 weeks
  • 96 languages
  • A total of 107 languages

Companies mentioned:株式会社集英社、SHUEISHA Inc.、MANGA MILLION、ONE PIECE、NARUTO-ナルト-、BLEACH、鬼滅の刃、呪術廻戦、キングダム、【推しの子】、SPY×FAMILY、チェンソーマン、NANA、君に届け、MANGA Plus by SHUEISHA、少年ジャンプ+、すすめ! ジャンプへっぽこ探検隊!

マブチスポーツ named support sponsor for the event at Naruto Central, Tokushima Prefecture

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • September 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), 2026
  • Established: April 1982

Companies mentioned:マブチスポーツ、Tリーグ

【Thank you】The XLEDIA “Light Renovation” Makuake project has reached its funding goal

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total support funding: ¥301,962
  • Funding goal achievement rate: 100%
  • Number of supporters: 21
  • Funding goal: ¥300,000
  • Total luminous flux: 3,000 lm
  • Total luminous flux: 1,430 lm

Companies mentioned:日本エクスレディア株式会社、Makuake

ベントレー’s first fully electric vehicle: the urban luxury SUV “トルカル” features a curation engine that tailors every driving experience to the mood you want at any given moment.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • August 6, 2026

Companies mentioned:ベントレー、ベントレーモーターズ

The Indonesia Research Institute, Unosawa Engineering and the Indonesian Plywood Association collaborate to hold an international symposium on wood-related industries in Jakarta

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About 100 people from relevant ministries and agencies, government organizations, academic institutions, industry groups and companies took part
  • July 23, 2026

Companies mentioned:株式会社インドネシア総合研究所、ウノサワエンジニアリング株式会社、インドネシア合板協会(APKINDO)、インドネシア紙パルプ協会(APKI)、インドネシア紙パルプ専門家協会(INA-TAPPI)、PLN Energi Primer Indonesia(PLN EPI)

A total of 782 people, including 414 municipalities, registered, and 726 attended on the day. Our company spoke at the JSPO-hosted seminar on club activity reform

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 726 people attended on the day
  • Capital: ¥784,666,480 (including capital reserve)

Companies mentioned:リーフラス株式会社、LEIFRAS CO.,LTD.、Nasdaq、日本スポーツ協会、JSPO、スポーツ庁、くまがしクラブ、平群町教育委員会

Original【ウイスキーと葉巻の特別な1日】BAR 新宿ウイスキーサロンでのチャリティー持ち寄り会&新店舗 BAR LASTWORD でのシガー初心者歓迎ペアリング会を8月22日に開催

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Generally ¥8,000 or more
  • Participation fee: ¥5,000
  • Of the participation fee, ¥1,000 will be donated to the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund” of 日本赤十字社鹿児島県支部.
  • Cigar cost: around ¥3,000
  • Total followers have exceeded 1.2 million

Companies mentioned:株式会社ロイヤルマイル、日本赤十字社鹿児島県支部、BAR 新宿 ウイスキーサロン、BAR LAST WORD、The Glenlivet、Bols、Hennessy、Taiki Cosmic Glen Distillery、一般社団法人日本バーテンダー協会、日本ウイスキー文化復興協会、東京ウイスキー&スピリッツコンペティション、咲グラス

QPS研究所’s small SAR satellite QPS-SAR18, “スサノオ-Ⅱ,” is scheduled to launch aboard a Rocket Lab社 Electron rocket from the latter half of August 2026 onward

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Planned altitude: 575 km
  • 24 satellites by the end of May 2028
  • More satellites will be deployed in 2030

Companies mentioned:QPS研究所、Rocket Lab社

【Survey report】40% of existing clients use AI-powered schedule management

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 40% of respondent companies said they “use AI-powered schedule management” or “somewhat use it”
  • 40% of the 30 respondent companies

Companies mentioned:株式会社BOTANICO

【Projected annual yield: 25%】The biggest hurdles, “grid connection rights” and “land rights,” have been secured! The “Grid-Scale Battery Storage Development and Sales Fund, Phase II, Funakoshi 2-chome, Yahatanishi Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture” opens for applications on Friday, Aug. 7

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Investment period: about 10 months

Companies mentioned:ミラリタ株式会社、九州電力

Turning an abandoned school in Tottori into a BMX mecca! A new 合同会社 is set to be established following “Human Resources Edition: Reiwa’s Tiger”! 三浦清一 contributes to developing an urban sports hub through a joint investment by 3 business owners【Regional revitalization × ¥10 million investment】

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Fundraising totaling ¥10 million
  • SNS marketing services provided to more than 500 companies
  • More than 18,000 job applicants
  • 1.4 million influencers
  • More than 10,000 general monitors

Companies mentioned:株式会社EMOLVA、合同会社

QPS-SAR13, “ミクラ-Ⅰ,” was launched on August 6, 2026 (Japan time), and successfully made initial contact

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The satellite was successfully separated about 50 minutes after liftoff.
  • About 40 minutes after separation, the first communication with ミクラ-Ⅰ was successfully established.
  • More than 200 satellites belonging to private and public-sector organizations have been placed in orbit to date.
  • The privately operated SAR satellite can capture images with a world-class resolution of 46 cm.
  • 24 satellites by the end of May 2028
  • A service providing near-real-time observation data at an average interval of 10 minutes.

Companies mentioned:QPS研究所、Rocket Lab

The initial release sold out quickly! Ice tarts featuring peridot, August’s birthstone known as a “birthstone you can eat,” will return for a limited time starting Aug. 7.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Price: 6,480 yen (tax included)
  • Price: 3,310 yen (tax included)
  • Weight: 370 g

Companies mentioned:メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社、ハラペコラボ

Originalオルタナティブ投資プラットフォーム「オルタナバンク」、『【3ヶ月毎分配】東証プライム上場企業中長期ファンドID1135』を公開

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total offering: 133.65 million yen
  • Target yield: 8.3% (before tax)
  • Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
  • Additional investment increments: 10,000 yen
  • Minimum funding threshold: Investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
  • Capital: 99,000,000 yen (October 2024)

Companies mentioned:SAMURAI証券株式会社、オルタナバンク

Originalオルタナティブ投資プラットフォーム「オルタナバンク」、『【3ヶ月毎分配】東証プライム上場企業中長期ファンドID1136』を公開

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total offering: 133.65 million yen
  • Target yield: 8% (before tax)
  • Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
  • Additional investment increments: 10,000 yen
  • Minimum funding threshold: Investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
  • Capital: 99,000,000 yen (October 2024)

Companies mentioned:SAMURAI証券株式会社、オルタナバンク

Alternative investment platform オルタナバンク releases “Monthly Distributions: Summer Campaign Fund—Chapter of the Summer Sky ID1138”.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total offering: 200.07 million yen
  • Target yield: 8% (before tax)
  • Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
  • Additional investment increments: 10,000 yen
  • Minimum funding threshold: Investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
  • Capital: 99,000,000 yen (October 2024)

Companies mentioned:SAMURAI証券株式会社、オルタナバンク

Originalオルタナティブ投資プラットフォーム「オルタナバンク」、『【3ヶ月毎分配】カンボジア金融事業者支援ファンドID1139』を公開

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Total offering: 242.19 million yen
  • Target yield: 8% (before tax)
  • Minimum investment: 10,000 yen
  • Minimum funding threshold: Investment applications totaling at least 10 million yen
  • Capital: 99,000,000 yen (October 2024)

Companies mentioned:SAMURAI証券株式会社、オルタナバンク

[HKT48] The Hiroshima performances—2 shows, a matinee and an evening show—of the “HKT48 15th Anniversary Live Tour,” scheduled for Aug. 11 (Tue., holiday), will be broadcast live exclusively on ニコニコ生放送!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Ticket price: 4,180 yen (tax included)
  • Service fee: 330 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:HKT48、ニコニコ生放送、ドワンゴチケット、株式会社Mercury、夢番地

Shogo Hamada’s “ON THE ROAD 1988” will premiere in cinemas nationwide in January 2027! The key visual has also been unveiled!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • It has been confirmed that the film will open nationwide starting in January 2027.
  • A tour held from 1988 to 89.

Companies mentioned:ライブ・ビューイング・ジャパン、Road & Sky、Sony Music Labels Inc.

<Yuya Tegoshi>An exclusive live broadcast of the final performance of his 8th nationwide solo tour, “SUPER STAR,” taking place at Shibuya LOVEZ in Tokyo at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • His 8th nationwide solo tour.
  • He began his activities as a solo artist in 2020.
  • His first live tour in 2021.
  • His first nationwide tour in 2022.
  • In 2023, he held a symphonic concert backed by an orchestra.
  • In 2026, he will hold a symphonic concert, which has already become a lifelong pursuit.
  • Original前日の9月11日(金)午後7:00から
  • An archive stream will be available for 2 weeks after the broadcast and stream end.
  • Recording date: Sept. 15, 2025.

Companies mentioned:WOWOW、KT Zepp Yokohama、Shibuya LOVEZ、立川ステージガーデン

Growing concerns about vacant-home management amid risks from wildlife and insect pests, earthquakes, typhoons and other threats; many inquiries at vacant-home consultation sessions held in regional areas.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • A cumulative total of 19 cases in Shiwa Town, Iwate Prefecture.
  • A cumulative total of 21 cases in Yawatahama City, Ehime Prefecture.
  • More than 1,000 cumulative purchases

Companies mentioned:株式会社ネクスウィル、TOKYO MX、水戸ホーリーホック

HoneyWorks sound-produced group 高嶺のなでしこ celebrates its 4th anniversary with an anniversary live show! Announces the release of a new album on Wednesday, Nov. 18!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 4th anniversary since formation.
  • Nov. 18, 2026
  • A total of 18 songs.
  • Approximately 3,200 people in total.

Companies mentioned:HoneyWorks、高嶺のなでしこ、KT Zepp Yokohama、ビクターエンタテインメント、TikTok、YouTube、TWIN PLANET

Taiwan | 鉅亨網(21)

Trump promised to let the Fed remain fully independent—but reportedly called Warsh multiple times

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

President Trump spoke with Warsh multiple times after he became chair of the Federal Reserve. Although Trump did not directly pressure him, the calls raised concerns about central bank independence and showed the White House continues to try to influence monetary policy.

Companies mentioned:Federal Reserve (Fed)、The White House、The Wall Street Journal、Bloomberg

U.S. Stocks at the Open: Tech Shares Weaken and Oil Prices Lift Yields; Major Indexes Mixed

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

U.S. stocks were mixed on the 6th as tech shares sold off and rising oil prices stoked inflation concerns. Investors stayed on the sidelines ahead of the nonfarm payrolls report. Earnings from Alphabet and SanDisk also appeared to fall short of market expectations.

Companies mentioned:威騰電子、SanDisk、Alphabet、Google、SpaceX、莫德納、派樂騰、SK海力士、三星電子、西門子、帝亞吉歐、德國電信

Apple Scrambles to Buy DRAM as Just Weeks Remain Before the iPhone 18 Launch

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

With Apple's iPhone 18 announcement imminent, the company is accelerating emergency procurement to secure DRAM supplies. Memory shortages driven by AI demand are contributing to production delays.

Companies mentioned:Micron、SK Hynix、Samsung、長鑫存儲、TSMC、Huawei、Xiaomi

A Tale of Two Trends: Spillover Insurance Policies Racked Up NT$48.8 Billion in Sales in the First Half, Up 1.5 Times Year on Year; Premiums for In-Kind Benefit Policies Halved

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

In the first half of 2026, new premiums for Taiwan's overflow insurance reached 48.8 billion New Taiwan dollars, surging 152% year on year, while premiums for indemnity-based health insurance plunged 56%. The contrast reflects differences in product design and sales strategies, against a backdrop of growing consumer interest in health behaviors.

Companies mentioned:国泰人壽、南山人壽、富邦人壽

The Xi-Trump Meeting Has Yet to Take Place, but China Is Striking Back at the U.S. on Multiple Fronts—and This Time It’s More Than Posturing

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

China is retaliating against U.S. import restrictions with national security investigations and sanctions under a new Foreign Trade Act. Ahead of Xi Jinping's visit to the United States, Beijing is sending a message that combines warnings with calls for dialogue.

Companies mentioned:Palo Alto Networks、Applied DNA Sciences、Responsible Business Alliance、Compliance Testing

Could a Single Settlement Default Trigger a Requirement to Earmark Funds or Securities? Taiwan’s FSC Weighs Tighter Risk Controls

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan's financial regulator is considering tighter rules that would require advance deposits or securities to be set aside even for a first settlement default. The move is intended to address rising trading volumes and young investors' inadequate risk management, and is seen as important to maintaining market order.

How Much Is AI Burning Through? Google Parent Alphabet Plans to Issue Up to $25 Billion in Bonds

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Google parent Alphabet plans to issue up to $25 billion in bonds to fund AI investments, with the market's response key to the effort.

Companies mentioned:Alphabet、Google、Amazon、Meta、SpaceX、BlackRock

Wall Street’s Tokenization Boom Sparks Debate Over Risks

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Major Wall Street financial institutions are actively pursuing the tokenization of assets, raising expectations of greater efficiency as regulators' concerns about risks grow. The shift could bring fundamental changes to financial infrastructure.

Companies mentioned:JPモルガン、シティグループ、BNYメロン、ニューヨーク証券取引所、DTCC、SEC、IMF

八貫 Sets Records for Monthly and January-July Revenue, Boosted by Growing Demand in Aerospace and Defense

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

八貫 posted revenue of NT$338 million in July 2026, up 76.9% year on year. Revenue for the first 7 months totaled NT$2.25 billion, up 34.1%. Its 4 major product lines—aerospace, defense, outdoor and medical—grew in tandem, setting record highs for the same period and highlighting robust demand for high-end material applications.

Companies mentioned:波音

Taiwan Dollar and Stocks Move in Opposite Directions: Currency Gains for a Second Straight Session to Close at 32.261, a More Than 2-Week High

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

The Taiwan dollar rose against the U.S. dollar for a second consecutive session, closing at 32.261, its highest level in more than 2 weeks. Stocks were mixed, with 台積電 and other shares falling while 台達電, 鴻海 and other heavyweight stocks supported the broader market.

Companies mentioned:台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海

Foreign Buying Slows to NT$2 Billion; 力積電 and 群創 Each See Net Purchases of More Than 37,000 Lots as Financial Stocks Are Sold

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Foreign investors’ net buying plunged from NT$90.3 billion to NT$2 billion, with purchases concentrated in electronics stocks including 力積電 and 群創, while several financial stocks were sold. Taiwan stocks fell 0.48%, as investors watched support at the quarterly moving average and awaited upcoming U.S. jobs data.

Companies mentioned:元大台灣50反1、力積電、群創、鴻海、中鋼、遠東新、聯電、台泥、臺企銀、第一金、台中銀、凱基金、兆豐金、台新新光金、台積電、華南金、旺宏、臻鼎-KY、景碩、華通

UK Gives the Green Light! Paramount’s $110 Billion Takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery Clears Another Hurdle

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

The U.K. regulator approved Paramount Skydance's plan to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $110 billion. Legal challenges remain in the United States, but approval in Europe and the U.K. has moved the deal forward.

Companies mentioned:Warner Bros. Discovery、Paramount Skydance、Writers Guild of America

廣越 Swings to Profit in Q2, EPS at NT$2.55; Peak Shipping Season Ahead in the Second Half

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

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Proposed U.S. 15% Tariff on Polysilicon Could Hit Solar Industry; Industrial Development Administration Says Semiconductor Chips Are Exempt

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan's Industrial Development Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs said that the 15% tariff the United States is considering on polysilicon would cover solar power-related products but exclude semiconductor chips. The government plans to strengthen the industry's competitiveness through market diversification and the development of high-efficiency products.

Was Strong Profit Not Enough? SanDisk and Western Digital Post Solid Results, but Shares Still Plunge Before the Open

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Storage giants SanDisk and Western Digital reported strong earnings, but their results failed to meet excessive expectations for AI-related stocks, sending their shares sharply lower. The market is wary of slowing growth, and related stocks also sold off.

Companies mentioned:SanDisk、Western Digital、Seagate Technology、Micron、SK Hynix、Intel、AMD、Marvell Technology、RBC Capital Markets、LSEG

韋僑 Sets New Records for Q2 Revenue and Profit; First-Half EPS Reaches NT$3.62

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

RFID solutions company 韋僑科技 set records for revenue and profit in the second quarter of 2026. A recovery in medical demand and the impact of a new factory contributed to accelerating growth.

Companies mentioned:希華 (2484-TW)

South Korea’s Industry Minister Warns China’s Chip Catch-Up Pace Is “Alarming,” Fears Loss of Semiconductor Edge

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

South Korean Trade, Industry and Energy Minister Kim Jung-kwan warned of the rapid pace of China's advances in semiconductor technology. He said South Korea could lose its semiconductor edge within a few years unless the government and companies work together to accelerate investment.

Companies mentioned:三星電子、SK海力士、上海微電子、長鑫存儲 (CXMT)

Taisic ramps up capital spending ahead of a boom year for AI and LEO applications

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

台嘉碩 will make major capital investments starting in 2026 to meet explosive growth in AI and low Earth orbit satellite demand. Double-digit growth is expected in 2027.

Universal Microwave sees low-Earth-orbit satellite business volume rising quarter by quarter in the second half, with further growth in 2027

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan microwave communications component maker 昇達科 posted record profits in the first half of 2026. Growth is expected to continue in the second half as demand for low Earth orbit satellites expands.

Kickback scandal involving land administration agents and bank employees! FSC has inspected 15 banks and ordered all domestic banks to conduct thorough investigations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission is investigating allegations that employees handling real estate loans received kickbacks from land administration agents. The case involves 15 banks and about 60 employees, and the commission has directed all 38 state-owned banks to enforce their internal rules. Penalties of up to 50 million yen are also under consideration.

[Winbond earnings briefing: AI summary] Aug. 6, 2026

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Winbond’s second-quarter 2026 financial results hit a record high, with revenue of NT$59.843 billion and a gross margin of 66.2%, driven mainly by AI-fueled memory demand. The company is accelerating its transition to the 16nm process and has begun expanding capacity at Module B of its Kaohsiung plant to strengthen its future competitiveness.

Taiwan | 風傳媒(18)

Is the AI industry’s price slasher done cutting prices? DeepSeek unusually signals “substantial price hikes” for its API as foreign media reveal the reasons

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has signaled a steep increase in API prices. Higher computing costs and the launch of new models are believed to be behind the move, forcing developers and businesses to reassess their costs.

Companies mentioned:Anthropic、OpenAI、華為、輝達

Betting it all on a chance to turn their lives around and buy homes! Young retail investors in Taiwan and South Korea rush into stocks as fitness influencer loses millions in savings through leveraged trading

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Facing pressure from housing prices and low wages, young retail investors in Taiwan and South Korea are pouring into AI stocks and leveraged trading, hoping to turn their fortunes around with technology stocks such as 台積電 and Samsung. The trend has raised financial risks, and the South Korean government has already stepped in with controls.

Companies mentioned:台積電、三星電子、SK海力士、Fibonacci Asset Management

MAC blocks “Taiqing e-Home” website; communications scholar slams Liang Wen-chieh: “I can teach you about digital governance in democratic Taiwan”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The Mainland Affairs Council blocked the “Taiqing e-Home” website launched by 中國國台辦, citing violations of the Act Governing Relations Between the People of the Taiwan Area and the Mainland Area. Communications scholar Lo Shih-hung questioned the move’s legal clarity and due process, highlighting the conflict between digital governance and freedom of speech.

Companies mentioned:中國國台辦、NCC、內政部

Han Kuang exercise》Ensuring ammunition supplies continue in wartime! Armaments Bureau’s 202nd Factory drills “wartime production-line relocation”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense 202nd Factory conducted a wartime production-line evacuation drill during the “Han Kuang 42” exercise to ensure a steady supply of ammunition in wartime. The drill tested the mechanism for coordinated military and civilian production, which is important to national security.

Companies mentioned:風傳媒

GVM and CommonWealth founder Kao Hsi-chun dies at 90; GVM confirms: A model of patriotic scholarship and exemplary leadership

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwanese economist Kao Hsi-yun, founder of 遠見・天下文化, has died at the age of 90. His contributions to education, publishing and media were praised, and he was remembered as a model of a scholar serving his country.

Trump rejects Washington Post report on ammunition shortages, vows to investigate leakers and send them to prison

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Former President Trump denied reports of an ammunition shortage in the United States and vowed to identify and punish government officials who leaked information. The episode has highlighted issues of national security and distrust of the media.

Companies mentioned:ワシントン・ポスト、アプレス

Trump keeps up the tough talk, but why can’t he resolve the Iran issue? Hsieh Chin-ho points to “this structure” as having created a deadlock: Even Trump is powerless

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Former President Trump has called for negotiations with Iran, but the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which holds real power, has rejected the idea, leaving the political standoff unresolved. Hsieh Chin-ho analyzed Iran's economic inequality and concentration of power.

Companies mentioned:財信伝媒、風伝媒

Did 台糖 have to report the rejection of toxic oil from Chung Lien? Chen Hung-ta rebuts Huang Wei-che’s “expired instant noodles” claim with 7 points: Legal discussion should return to the regulations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan High Prosecutors Office prosecutor Chen Hong-da said 台糖 breached its legal duty by failing to report the matter after rejecting 中聯油脂's carcinogenic crude oil. The dispute with Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che continues.

Companies mentioned:中聯油脂、台糖

Lai Ching-te quickly sent condolences over Japan’s earthquake, while Cheng Li-wun received honors at a Japanese donation ceremony; Kuo Cheng-liang says “nothing is going his way”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Former legislator Kuo Cheng-liang criticized President Lai Ching-te for being passive on domestic food safety issues but quickly sending condolences over an earthquake in Japan, without receiving a response. He contrasted this with the honors Cheng Li-wun received from Japan, setting off a political controversy that reflects the interplay between Taiwan-Japan relations and domestic issues.

U.S. think tank reveals PLA internal analysis: Chinese military may wage “all-domain incapacitation warfare” against Taipei, seeking to force Taiwan to surrender quickly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The U.S. national security analysis platform War on the Rocks examined an operational concept called “Large-City-Wide Paralysis Warfare,” published in the Chinese military's internal journal Military Art. The concept aims to blockade Taipei and break the will of the public and military to resist, offering a glimpse of the strategies the Chinese military is considering toward Taiwan.

Companies mentioned:War on the Rocks、RAND Corporation

Beijing Watch》How does the Chinese Communist Party’s online army view the Han Kuang exercise? It is not just anxiety about war—the “one exercise” that most alarms PLA scholars!

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan's Han Kuang 42 live-fire exercise will be held from August 5, prompting growing concern among Chinese military experts about its decentralized command and efforts to strengthen social resilience. Beijing has dismissed the exercise as political theater while acknowledging its strategic implications.

Weng Hsiao-ling insists on cutting and freezing Executive Yuan budget; Han Kuo-yu can’t take it anymore and offers one piece of advice: Only about 4 months are left in the year

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

KMT legislator Weng Hsiao-ling has insisted on cutting several Executive Yuan budget items. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu urged her to reconsider, saying there are only 4 months left in the year and the timing is inappropriate. The DPP criticized the move, warning it could paralyze the government, adding to the budget dispute.

Could a “Trump-class” giant warship cost as much as a Ford-class carrier? Congressional Budget Office: U.S. shipbuilding capacity is severely inadequate, and pushing ahead would affect carriers and submarines

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The U.S. Congressional Budget Office said the Trump administration's proposed “Trump-class” nuclear-powered battleship program would be extremely difficult to carry out, citing its enormous cost of $275 billion and limits in domestic shipbuilding capacity. It could also harm production of aircraft carriers and submarines.

Companies mentioned:Huntington Ingalls Industries、Newport News Shipbuilding、Bath Iron Works、Ingalls Shipbuilding

Plan to “paralyze Taipei in 3 stages” by the Chinese military revealed? Drones are not the only concern: Deepfakes and AI are key tools of infiltration

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Chinese military researchers have proposed a 3-stage tactic for “Paralyzing Taipei”: military blockade, precision strikes and cognitive attacks to cripple urban functions and undermine public morale. The concept reportedly involves using AI and deepfakes.

Companies mentioned:War on the Rocks

Kaohsiung and Mutsu deepen educational exchanges! Sign MOU and witness Kaohsiung Industrial High School establish a sister-school partnership with a Japanese school

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Kaohsiung City and Japan’s Mutsu City signed an education exchange memorandum of understanding and witnessed Kaohsiung Industrial High School and Mutsu Technical High School establish a sister-school partnership. The move marks the institutionalization of Taiwan-Japan education cooperation and strengthens vocational and school-to-school exchanges.

Supporting services for disadvantaged families and long-term care and medical resources, Miaoli Yuqing Temple donates NT$5 million to county government

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Miaoli Yuqing Temple donated NT$5 million to the Miaoli County Government to support disadvantaged families and long-term care services. This was its 4th consecutive donation, bringing the total to NT$20 million and demonstrating the religious community’s significant contribution to social welfare.

Hsu Shu-hua attends Nantou County Land Administration Agents Association members’ meeting, urges public-private cooperation to combat fraud

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Nantou County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua attended the members' meeting of the land administration agents' association and stressed the agents' importance in preventing real estate fraud. She called for public-private cooperation to build a safe transaction environment.

Hsu Shu-hua honors exemplary fathers on the eve of Father’s Day, recognizing and thanking them for their dedication and contributions

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Nantou County honored 16 exemplary fathers ahead of Father's Day, recognizing their contributions to their families and communities. The magistrate personally presented the certificates, promoting the sharing of social values.

Taiwan | 照護線上(10)

Abnormal changes have appeared on my skin. Could they be a warning sign of diabetes?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 照護線上

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2025 European valve treatment guidelines released! Six major updates explain the latest trends in valve treatment

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 照護線上

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  • TAVI eligibility lowered to age 70

Osteoporosis after menopause: How can you prevent and manage it?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 照護線上

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Could poor sleep in middle-aged women affect cardiovascular health and cognitive function?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 照護線上

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Are we really meeting our diabetes management targets?

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How much do you know about alcohol’s effects on the body’s inflammatory response?

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Could recurring sinusitis be related to your eating habits?

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Can our everyday diet help fight modern lifestyle diseases?

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Can the “magical formula” in breast milk really aid babies’ brain development and make children smarter?

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Say goodbye to bothersome neck pain: Which exercises can help ease neck discomfort?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 照護線上

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Taiwan | Heho健康(8)

Original新調查:近 6 成幼兒正處於近視前期或已近視!醫籲 1 方法超前部署,守護孩子視力 - Heho親子

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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Heart attack despite a clean bill of health? The duration of exposure to “bad” cholesterol is the fatal key - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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  • Mr. Chen, 69

Companies mentioned:Heho健康

A healthy gut keeps you young! Are indigestion and constipation warning signs? A Chinese medicine doctor offers tips on caring for older adults’ digestive health - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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Companies mentioned:Heho健康

6-year-old dies just 3 days after contracting flu! Doctor urges: Don't wait if “these” symptoms appear; seek medical care immediately - Heho親子

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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  • 6 years old
  • 38 degrees

Companies mentioned:Heho親子

Original新研究:觀看運動賽事, 老年憂鬱症風險降低 3 成!身心科醫:與 2 原因相關 - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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Companies mentioned:Heho健康

Don't wait blindly when your vision is blurry! Overripe cataracts may trigger glaucoma, a “silent blinding killer” - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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Companies mentioned:Heho健康

Original登革熱疫情燒,境外移入 +8 例!柬埔寨交流團群聚感染,返國出現症狀確診 - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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Companies mentioned:柬埔寨

Are anxiety, insomnia, low mood and other symptoms just a temporary stress response, or signs of depression? Doctor explains 5 dangerous symptoms - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

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Companies mentioned:Heho健康

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