# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-11 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 115 items from 4 sources; Japan, 15 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Opinion submission: When a Country’s Resilience Depends on Its People Constantly Toughing It Out

- Published: 2026-08-11T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155302
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3693215-en.html
- anchor: #n1892831

It has been pointed out that Taiwan society's "resilience" is sustained not by institutions but by excessive burdens on individuals. The declining birthrate symbolizes the limits of this arrangement, highlighting the need for sustainable institutional design.

## Opinion submission: The Pan-Green Camp Gets the Causality Wrong in the Tzu Chi Vaccine Fraud Case

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155254
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3693212-en.html
- anchor: #n1892833
- Companies mentioned: 慈濟基金會、鴻海、上海復星醫藥

Tzu Chi was defrauded of 1 billion in a vaccine purchase during the pandemic. The Pan-Green camp seized on the case to demand apologies from Chiang Wan-an and others, while sidestepping the political missteps of the Tsai administration, which blocked vaccines at the time, drawing criticism over political manipulation.

## Lin Chien-cheng’s view: The Northern Yilan Rail Debate—Assessing High-Speed Rail and Conventional Rail by the Same Standard

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153659
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3693227-en.html
- anchor: #n1892835

It has been pointed out that comparisons between a high-speed rail extension and a conventional rail line have not been conducted fairly in discussions of the rail plan between northern Taiwan and Yilan. The proposal calls for evaluating both options using the same criteria.

## Wu Fang-ming’s view: Is the U.S. Creditworthiness Beginning to Be Repriced?

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154766
- anchor: #n1892834
- Companies mentioned: 連邦準備制度理事会、アメリカ財務省、高盛、モルガン・スタンレー

As U.S. federal debt reaches $40 trillion and Treasury yields rise, markets are reassessing America's creditworthiness. This decline in confidence could have a major impact on global financial markets.

## Chuang Po-chung’s view: Understanding the Polls—Is President Lai’s “Approval Rating Soaring” or “Disapproval Rating Surging”?

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155324
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3693224-en.html
- anchor: #n1892836
- Companies mentioned: 美麗島電子報、民視、TVBS

莊伯仲, a journalism professor at Chinese Culture University, analyzed polling by 美麗島電子報. He criticized 民視 and TVBS for reporting the same data with opposing interpretations and called for improved statistical literacy in the media.

## Opinion submission: How Should the Budget Be Cut? How Should the Money Be Spent?

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154889
- anchor: #n1892838

The confrontation between the executive and legislative branches over Taiwan's budget review is intensifying. The DPP administration has criticized opposition cuts and countered by refusing to implement legislation. Policy discussions are also taking place at the local level.

## Wang Chi’s view: TaiwanPlus Staying on Air Slaps the Party-State-Military Clause in the Face

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155380
- anchor: #n1892837
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、公視、公廣集團、華視、台視、中視、中國時報、聯合報

The Blue-and-White coalition passed an amendment to the "party, government and military" clause, but the survival of the international media outlet TaiwanPlus, supported by the DPP, has exposed a contradiction. Government subsidies and operational control run counter to the principle of media independence.

## Opinion submission: Did the Government Not Block Tzu Chi’s Vaccine Purchase? The Vaccine Fraud Case Needs a Judicial Investigation

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155243
- anchor: #n1892839
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、永齡基金會、鈺達公司

In 2021, the Tzu Chi Foundation successfully purchased 5 million doses of BNT vaccine with government authorization. But its agent, 鈺達公司, was later implicated in money laundering and a fake invoice case, sparking debate over procurement transparency. The case is now under judicial investigation, highlighting the challenges of cooperation between private organizations and the government.

## China, Japan and South Korea Did Not Happen to Write a History Textbook Together: Excerpt from A Connected History of East Asia (2)

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154172
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3692920-en.html
- anchor: #n1892681

The proposal by China, Japan and South Korea to compile a common history textbook is rooted in the lingering influence of imperial consciousness and disagreements over historical interpretation. South Korea, which has no imperial past, is positioned as a pioneer in East Asian history education.

## 【MyPal】Offering a card service that connects digital assets with everyday payments

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:37:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000161262.html
- anchor: #n1893151
- Companies mentioned: Ayanna Research Limited、MyPal、Innovate Labs Tech Inc.、Visa、Apple Pay、Google Wallet、PayPal、FinCEN

Facts:
- 24-hour online customer support

## Special lecture held at 法政大学, where students developed an SNS strategy

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000113.000135002.html
- anchor: #n1893153
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Anfini、法政大学、法政就活ラボ

Facts:
- About 200 students from 法政大学's Faculty of Lifelong Learning and Career Studies participated
- Capital: 10,000,000 yen

## 【Exclusive survey】In spring, the Tohoku region, where bear sightings were concentrated, saw a 34% decline in hikers over 2 years at Japan's 100 Famous Mountains ＜Visitor trends seen through people-flow big data＞

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000016301.html
- anchor: #n1893152
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社unerry、環境省

Facts:
- 20,513 cases in FY2024
- 2025年度は東北でのドングリなど堅果類の凶作等を背景に秋の市街地出没が相次ぎ、50,801件と1年で2倍以上に急増
- Since the start of FY2026, there have been 6,260 sightings in June, the highest level for June in the 5 fiscal years since FY2022
- People-flow big data covering more than approximately 240 million IDs in Japan

## Production of unadjusted soy milk reaches 122.3% of the previous year's level. SOPPY introduces a “complete soy milk maker” that lets you enjoy “freshly made soy milk in the morning” from dried soybeans

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000148618.html
- anchor: #n1893140
- Companies mentioned: SOPPY、日本豆乳協会、ライブリーライフ株式会社、L&Lライブリーライフ株式会社

Facts:
- “Soy milk (unadjusted)” totaled 86,377 kL, up 122.3% year on year
- Soy milk product production totaled 229,648 kL in January–June 2026
- Annual soy milk product production in 2025 also totaled 444,552 kL
- Capacity: 600 mL
- Price: 6,980 yen (tax included)

## 【ENROUTE／Enroute】, the first feature-length documentary film about legendary climber Yuji Hirayama. Nationwide theatrical release set for 2026.12.11. Opens in theaters including TOHOシネマズ in sequence.

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000004183.html
- anchor: #n1893132
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピクチャーズデプト、TOHOシネマズ

Facts:
- Starting Friday, December 11, 2026

## UI overhaul for the “おためし転職” job-seeker mobile app

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000145240.html
- anchor: #n1893131
- Companies mentioned: フィシルコム株式会社、おためし転職

## Porphyria, a designated intractable disease that causes pain and blisters when exposed to sunlight—The little-known fact that protection against visible light, not just ultraviolet rays, is also necessary

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000024589.html
- anchor: #n1893130
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピーカブー、EPOCHAL、全国ポルフィリン代謝障害友の会（さくら友の会）、ウシオ電機、岩手県医師会、岩手県歯科医師会、岩手県看護協会、日本難病・疾病団体協議会（JPA）

Facts:
- Peaking around 405 nm
- Around 400–410 nm
- Published in March 2026
- Scheduled for publication on September 25, 2026

## “Kis-My-Ft2 LIVE TOUR 2026 fan IS ・・・・・・” to be streamed exclusively as an archive on U-NEXT! Plus, the titles and main logo for the original “Kisumai × NEXT” show are finally unveiled!

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002898.000031998.html
- anchor: #n1893129
- Companies mentioned: Kis-My-Ft2、USEN、U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、Paravi、TBS、テレビ東京

Facts:
- Enjoy more than 460,000 movies, dramas, anime titles and more
- More than 1.29 million manga and books also available to stream
- Flames and about 1,530 fireworks
- Performed all 40 songs

## Beat the heat with a “cold footbath.” ひょうたん温泉 gives its free footbath in front of the entrance a cool makeover for summer only

- Published: 2026-08-11T07:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000172433.html
- anchor: #n1892993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーネット、ひょうたん温泉

Facts:
- Through August 31
- Founded in the Taisho era, 100 years ago
- Capital: 30 million yen

## The AE86 (Hachiroku) from “Initial D” faithfully recreated! AUTOart 1/18-scale model on display and sale at a pop-up shop in Odawara

- Published: 2026-08-11T07:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001503.000040971.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3693243-en.html
- anchor: #n1892898
- Companies mentioned: AUTOart、トヨタ、CAMSHOP.JP、株式会社フェイス、講談社

Facts:
- 1/18 scale
- Friday, July 31, 2026
- Wednesday, August 26

## “Regainファーム,” which supports mental recovery through agriculture, incorporates

- Published: 2026-08-11T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000187639.html
- anchor: #n1892900
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Regainファーム、Regainファーム、Regain

## ECPRO BRAIN, an AI agent for EC businesses, releases a new feature for checking sales results and performance for each product!

- Published: 2026-08-11T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000085035.html
- anchor: #n1892899
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Proteinum、楽天市場、Amazon、Yahoo!ショッピング

Facts:
- Support for more than 100 stores to date
- 14-day trial

## Now offering replacement blades for disc mills: ミルストーン

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000187345.html
- anchor: #n1892826
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ミルストーン、SKIOLD

Facts:
- 3 to 5 years of use
- From August 2026

## “You can leave your child with us even if you don't have a specific reason.” 保育ルーム Cocona, a drop-in childcare facility offering care from 500 yen per 30 minutes, opens in Sawara Ward, Fukuoka City!

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:40:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188694.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3693119-en.html
- anchor: #n1892758
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Roman plus、保育ルーム Cocona

Facts:
- Founded on January 5, 2026.

## 【Student discounts and Yaizu resident discount tickets now on sale】A special experience available only this summer: “BON BON BON 2026 Bon Festival・Bonpa,” Yaizu City's largest summer festival, on August 22 and 23, 2026. A lantern night with a sea of lights

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000205.000101362.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3692924-en.html
- anchor: #n1892741
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社nonii、K-MIX

Facts:
- Regular price: 500–800 yen
- Student discount ticket: 800 yen
- Yaizu resident discount ticket: 1,500 yen
- Advance ticket: ¥2,000
- 2-day pass: ¥3,500
- 2,500 yen on the day
- Early-bird with refund guarantee: 4,980 yen
- Advance sale, no refunds: 4,480 yen
- Advance sale with refund guarantee: 5,480 yen
- At the door, no refunds: 5,980 yen
- Pair set (early-bird): 6,480 yen, 500 yen off
- Group set (early-bird): 8,980 yen, 1,000 yen off
- Water gun rental: 300 yen/15 minutes

## 攜手華爾街巨擘募資 輝達擴大AI基建與生態系統

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:40:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608110013.aspx
- anchor: #n1893154
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、Nvidia、阿波羅、Apollo、貝萊德、BlackRock、黑石集團、Blackstone、布魯克菲爾德投資管理公司、Brookfield、高盛、Goldman Sachs、KKR

Facts:
- Raising $500 billion

## Good Morning World》Cabinet: First Mobile Network Slowdown Drill; Essential Public Services to Continue Without Interruption

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:31:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608115001.aspx
- anchor: #n1893144
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、台積電、索尼集團、英特爾、韓國總統府、美國戰爭部、歐洲央行、勞動部、中央氣象署

Facts:
- 2026 Urban Resilience (Air Defense) Exercise
- Real regular wages rose 1.16% year on year
- Real total wages rose 1.75% year on year
- 低於受僱員工每月經常性薪資平均數的員工比率也首次突破7成大關
- Japan’s 索尼集團 and Taiwan’s 台積電 plan to jointly invest about 1 trillion yen (about $6.32 billion)
- Taiwan's population stands at 23235002
- Raise $15 billion through a stock offering (

## Major Earthquake in 哥倫比亞 Kills More Than 100; Northern 巴西 Also Feels Shaking and Offers Assistance

- Published: 2026-08-11T08:28:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608110012.aspx
- anchor: #n1893145
- Companies mentioned: 哥倫比亞、巴西、巴拿馬、厄瓜多、美國、墨西哥、薩爾瓦多、智利、秘魯、美國地質調查所

Facts:
- A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western 哥倫比亞 on the morning of the 10th
- At least 100 people were killed
- The quake struck at a depth of about 110 kilometers
- More than 20 towns and cities across the country were affected
- There are about 20,000 earthquakes worldwide each year
- An average of 15 of them are above magnitude 7
- Another 1 is above magnitude 8

## Colombia Earthquake Kills 111 and Damages More Than 1,000 Homes; Authorities Declare State of Emergency

- Published: 2026-08-11T07:12:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608110011.aspx
- anchor: #n1892901
- Companies mentioned: 哥倫比亞航空、美聯社、彭博、美國地質調查所

Facts:
- A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake
- At least 111 people killed
- 87 people injured
- 61 buildings collapsed
- 1,575 homes damaged
- The quake struck at a depth of about 110 kilometers

## Uncertainty Over Strait of Hormuz Reopening Deal Weighs on U.S. Stocks

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:58:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608110010.aspx
- anchor: #n1892827
- Companies mentioned: 道瓊工業指數、標準普爾500指數、那斯達克指數、費城半導體指數

Facts:
- 道瓊工業指數 slipped 60.95 points, or 0.11%, to close at 53975.98
- 標準普爾500指數 edged down 4.53 points, or 0.06%, to close at 7753.11
- 那斯達克指數 fell 85.26 points, or 0.32%, to close at 26605.36
- 費城半導體指數 plunged 362.93 points, or 2.94%, to close at 11993.86

## 輝達攜手6大金融巨頭 籌逾5000億美元發展AI

- Published: 2026-08-11T06:28:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608110009.aspx
- anchor: #n1892752
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、阿波羅、貝萊德、黑石集團、布魯克菲爾德投資管理公司、高盛、KKR

輝達攜手6家金融巨頭成立運算融資平台，目標籌資逾5000億美元以支持AI基礎設施建設，滿足激增的算力需求。

Facts:
- Raise more than $500 billion
- Total spending is expected to exceed $730 billion this year