Was Taiwan downgraded at Nagasaki atomic bombing memorial ceremony? Taiwan’s representative to Japan lodges angry protest; Beijing responds: Taiwan overreaches and brings humiliation on itself
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At Nagasaki's atomic-bomb peace ceremony, Taiwan's representative was seated outside the diplomatic corps, prompting Taiwan to protest what it called a “downgrading of its national status” and boycott the event. China emphasized its denial of Taiwan's statehood.
Was the Kaohsiung neck-and-neck poll a “divinely accurate prediction”? Just 1.64% separates the candidates; experts raise 3 major concerns, warn it could become a tool for one camp to cheer itself on
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Kaohsiung mayoral poll shows Lai Jui-lung and Ko Chih-en separated by just 1.64%, but experts have identified 3 problems with the survey methodology and questioned its fairness and representativeness.
Is the U.S.-Iran war becoming impossible to escape? Reports say senior U.S. officials are scrambling for a way out; scholar reveals the possible outcome of Trump’s negotiating “boomerang”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
With the U.S.-Iran war continuing for more than 5 months, reports say the top U.S. military officer has told the government it needs an exit strategy. Iran is turning Trump's “maximum pressure” approach against him and using the Strait of Hormuz as a bargaining chip.
Retirement benefits even without Labor Insurance or National Pension contributions! Those who qualify at age 65 receive NT$8,000 a month for life—payment dates and amounts explained
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's government provides a monthly farmers' allowance of NT$8,110 to agricultural and fishing workers aged 65 and over. A bill to raise it to NT$10,000 from July 2026 is under review. Income and property limits apply.
The government has changed the contribution split for the farmers' retirement savings scheme to 60% from the government and 40% from farmers to encourage enrollment, but 70% have not yet contributed. Experts have raised concerns about the scheme's sustainability.
Finance Watch》August surprise! U.S. and Japan suddenly intervene to stop the yen’s decline—are they worried about an Asian currency crisis? Wall Street Journal graphic explains 5 key reasons
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In August, the Japanese and U.S. governments conducted joint intervention to prevent a sharp fall in the yen, the first such action since the 1998 Asian financial crisis. The finance minister explained the move, citing concerns about its impact across Asia.
Market open update》Taiwan stocks down 0.41%, 聯發科 falls nearly 2%! 天瀚 hits limit-up, while 健鼎 and several other stocks rally against the trend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's stock market fell in the morning session, with the benchmark index down 0.41%. Some individual stocks, including 健鼎 and 天瀚, surged. The market showed mixed movements.
Tainan is the “happiest” city, while Taoyuan goes wild for cilantro! foodpanda predicts this will be the next viral food trend!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
foodpanda analyzed 3 major trends that took off on social media: pistachios, Dubai chocolate and cilantro. Tainan ranked first for pistachios and Taoyuan for cilantro. High-protein foods are the next trend to watch. Understanding consumer trends through data is important to corporate strategy.
Buy Yageo to have children, pick up 川湖 to give to Cihu? Hsieh Chin-ho reveals market fear at its peak: “boasting and stock speculation” exposed when half-year reports come out
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As Taiwan's stock market enters a correction and investor fears rise, Xie Jinhe of Wealth Magazine said this is a time when companies' true strength will be tested. Strong results from semiconductor and server-related businesses are drawing attention.
2026 cash handout is coming! From 8/13, everyone can receive NT$5,000; eligible residents in one area will get it directly—payment schedule, methods and additional subsidies by county and city
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In addition to the 2026 national cash handout, Sanwan Township in Miaoli County is providing residents with a NT$5,000 living subsidy. Residents aged 65 and over will receive automatic transfers, while others can collect the money in person starting Aug. 13. Multiple local governments across the country are also providing additional support.
Could the AI era usher in a 3-day workweek？US tech giant engineers reveal the “reality” of where the time saved by AI goes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
AI adoption is expected to shorten working hours, but employees at U.S. AI companies are actually working longer. Weeks of more than 90 hours are not uncommon, revealing that the benefits of AI are not reaching workers on the ground.
“Coconut Peach Shaved Ice,” lavishly made with peaches from Tottori Prefecture, launches for a limited summer season at さんかく氷, a shaved ice shop 30 steps from the Tottori Sand Dunes!
Turn 90 minutes of soccer into a full day of experiences. “Mackenzie House Special Day” and “Shonan Oktoberfest” to be held simultaneously on September 5
Update on the progress and future of the “Mt.FUJI Re-Style Project”; SALOMON’s “生まれ変わり茶屋” opens, with a press event and a limited-time pop-up in Harajuku, Tokyo
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Proud of a history spanning more than 300 years
Comprehensive partnership agreement between Fujiyoshida City and Salomon signed in March 2025
【ベンスクリニック名古屋】Special summer skincare event during the Obon holiday period, featuring 1-DAY plans for popular treatments such as Pico Toning and lifting
“If I had known sooner, I would have considered a different path”: 64.8% of university students | 碧推薦学院 surveys 301 university students who considered or applied for recommendation-based admissions about information and career guidance during high school
【What business marketing leaders really think about generative AI】More than 60% say generative AI is “a savior that makes their work easier,” while about 30% see it as “a threat to their expertise and careers”
Limited-edition collaboration merchandise from TVアニメ「葬送のフリーレン」 × 農園リゾートTHE FARM. Items available for advance sale exclusively to guests include Frieren towel caps.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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12 types of limited-edition collaboration merchandise
Price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
Price: 495 yen each (tax included) / 4,620 yen per box (tax included)
Price: 440 yen (tax included)
The comic series has surpassed 35 million copies in cumulative circulation!
During the collaboration period, from July 17 (Fri.) to October 16 (Fri.), 2026
Genish Manicure, an advanced manicure inspired by gel polish that dries in 60 seconds with a single coat (*), to release its autumn collection “Play the Mood” on Aug. 17 (Mon.)
[Shocking ¥980!] Drink as much as you like for up to 11 hours! 30 types of unlimited-time all-you-can-drink options, including sake, draft beer and sours, available for August only | All 日本酒原価酒蔵 locations
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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[Rock-bottom price of ¥980 (tax included)] Unlimited-time all-you-can-drink at all locations!
“Premium all-you-can-drink” for an additional ¥550 (tax included)
[ＢＳ日テレ] Did Nobunaga like Kamigamo Shrine?! “磯田道史の歴史をゆく”: How did it hold its own against the rulers of Japan? Kamigamo Shrine, a witness to the Sengoku period — airs at 9 p.m. on Aug. 12 (Wed.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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More than 1万4千 historical documents
A bond with the Edo shogunate that lasted 200 years
[シーホース三河] Holding a “Human Rights Sports Class” to foster compassion through sports! Players Kosuke Ishii and Shogo Taira and assistant coach Aiki Okubo to participate
Mr. Aogaku finalist who has never had a girlfriend finds himself unexpectedly surrounded by beautiful women after their fierce advances! Studio goes wild over an oil massage from a beauty; Yukipoyo swoons at an impassioned advance from a handsome tennis player
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Free broadcast from 9 p.m. on Aug. 11 (Tue., holiday), 2026
Creepy Nuts’ “のびしろ” surpasses 300 million cumulative streams!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Surpasses 300 million cumulative streams on the Billboard JAPAN chart
Topping charts in Japan and overseas, the track has recorded 900 million cumulative streams worldwide
About 120,000 attendees expected across 12 performances in 8 cities nationwide
Reserved seating: ¥11,000 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Creepy Nuts、Billboard JAPAN、Honda、N-BOX、N-BOX CUSTOM、The Weeknd、The First Take、TikTok、Instagram、OSAKA GIGANTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL 2026、RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2026、WILD BUNCH FEST. 2026、SWEET LOVE SHOWER 2026、RUSH BALL 2026、ROCK IN JAPAN FES. 2026、Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival、Live Nation H.I.P.、株式会社次世代
Super Micro’s Q4 earnings report is due；gross margin forecast to rise to 17% as AI infrastructure boom faces test
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Super Micro will report its 2026 fiscal year Q4 results, with gross margin expected to reach 17% and new orders exceeding $60 billion. Whether demand for AI infrastructure can continue will be a key focus.
Rebuffing downgrade rumors！Media reports say Apple’s major redesign for the 2027 iPhone 20th anniversary is still on, with an all-glass design
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple is expected to launch a new phone with an all-glass design for the 2027 iPhone 20th anniversary, contradicting earlier reports that the plan had been scrapped and signaling its continued pursuit of breakthrough design.
Demai invests 1.6 billion yuan in new factory and office building, holds topping-out ceremony；capacity to expand 4 times, with production slated to begin in Q2 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan-listed bakery ingredients maker Demai Foods is investing NT$1.6 billion in a new factory and logistics center. Operations are scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2028, expanding production and warehousing capacity by 4 times while boosting supplies of high-value-added products and improving supply chain efficiency.
Compal opens Taoyuan Daxi AI server manufacturing center；gradually to contribute revenue starting in the fourth quarter
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Compal opened its Taoyuan Daxi AI server manufacturing center on October 11. It will produce L10 systems and L11 racks, with revenue contributions beginning in the fourth quarter. The move boosts the company’s AI server capacity and technology, marking a key step in its shift from PC contract manufacturing.
“The Big Short” investor Burry takes aim at internet-bubble billionaires；Cuban responds with self-deprecating humor as 2 investors clash again over AI bubble
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Investor Michael Burry, the model for “The Big Short,” criticized the dot-com-era billionaires, and Mark Cuban responded with self-deprecating remarks. Warnings about an AI bubble are drawing attention in the investment world.
国瑞自動車 established “国瑞安衛家族” and is working with 28 supply-chain companies in the Taoyuan area to improve occupational safety and health. This is an important step in fulfilling corporate social responsibility and raising safety standards across the industry.
IPO as early as September！Anthropic races toward a blockbuster listing, roadshow aims to shore up market confidence as investors press on 3 issues
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
AI company Anthropic is aiming to go public in September at a valuation of $965 billion. The success of Claude Code has pushed revenue above $47 billion, raising the possibility of an IPO larger than OpenAI’s.
July revenue sets a record for the third consecutive month；outlook brightens for continued momentum in the second half
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
鈺祥企業’s after-tax net profit for the first half of 2026 rose 377.8% year over year, while July revenue hit a record for the third consecutive month. The company is benefiting from advanced-process expansion and rising demand for filters, with its CaaS subscription model set to accelerate revenue contributions.
Ho Yun Car Rental makes its market debut and steadily rides its post-listing rally；to strengthen its MaaS mobility ecosystem
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
和運租車, a subsidiary of 和泰車, went public, opening at 44 yuan, and aims to strengthen its MaaS mobility ecosystem. It plans to improve service quality by introducing AI and a green-energy vehicle fleet.
Employees get a chance to cash out before IPO！OpenAI completes $7 billion share transaction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
OpenAI conducted a $7 billion employee share sale to boost liquidity ahead of a listing. As it prepares for an IPO at a valuation of $852 billion, its differentiation from rival Anthropic is coming under scrutiny.
As consumption falls, are South Koreans losing their taste for kimchi？
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Kimchi consumption in South Korea has continued to decline over nearly 15 years. Younger generations increasingly use it as a condiment rather than a main dish, reflecting the Westernization of eating habits and changes in household structure.
Could the US end the Iran war without a nuclear deal？Trump sets out “one condition”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Trump administration is considering ending hostilities even without a nuclear agreement if Iran resumes shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. But negotiations are stalling because Iran has made the withdrawal of U.S. forces and reparations conditions. This could have a major impact on stability in the Middle East and energy supplies.
This time Lei Jun is targeting middle-aged consumers’ wallets！Xiaomi’s new “澎程” is a hit before launch, undeterred by a crowded range-extender market with 問界，理想 and 零跑
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
小米汽車 has unveiled its first range-extender SUV, “澎程,” targeting families aged 35-50. Preorders could exceed 100,000 vehicles, signaling a strategic shift from pure electric vehicles to an all-scenario lineup.
Shin Kong Mitsukoshi announced plans to invest over 1 billion yuan to renovate the Taipei Main Station mall. With “Window to the World” as its vision, it will reduce dining to below 70% of the mix, strengthen the space, merchandise, arts and culture, and safety management, and reshape the gateway’s image while promoting economic development in the west district.
Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation’s “集保 e 手掌握” app surpasses 8 million users, advancing trusted finance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The “集保 e 手掌握” app from Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation has surpassed 8 million users. New services for transmitting futures and financial asset information are promoting the development of open finance.
弘塑 and 佳霖 partner with 青輝半導體 to develop hybrid bonding technology
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
佳霖科技, a subsidiary of 弘塑, is partnering with Japan’s 青輝半導體 to distribute its advanced bonding and surface-treatment equipment. The partnership aims to localize key advanced-packaging technologies in Taiwan and strengthen the development of next-generation semiconductor technologies such as 3D IC and Chiplet.
US FCC becomes front line in Trump administration pressure on China；Beijing launches countermeasures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. FCC has successively banned imports of Chinese-made technology products, prompting China to announce retaliatory measures. The U.S.-China race for technological supremacy is intensifying.
“Value Investing: Latest Industry Research Report” — 國巨 (2327-TW) and 華新科 (2492-TW): AI lifts order-to-shipment ratios as passive component price cycle gathers pace
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
AI demand is driving demand for high-end passive components. Order-to-shipment ratios at 國巨 and 華新科 are above 1, July revenue hit record highs, and a price-hike cycle is beginning as the industry’s outlook clearly recovers.
輝達 is building an AI brain；TSMC aims to help it “see” the world
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
TSMC and Sony will invest $6.3 billion to establish a joint venture in Japan producing next-generation image sensors, with mass production targeted for 2029 to advance physical AI. The move signals TSMC’s strategic expansion from AI computing into sensing technology.
【Taiwan Stock Trader’s Notebook】Deleveraging nears its end, with fundamentals set to drive the next market move
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
After a deleveraging correction in July, Taiwan’s stock market rebounded in August. The worst appears to be over as margin maintenance ratios decline, and corporate fundamentals are expected to drive the market going forward, with AI investment and stronger supply chains providing support.
Sony teams up with TSMC！Invests 1 trillion yen in factory to target image sensors for Apple iPhones, robots and self-driving cars
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
ソニー and TSMC are establishing a joint-venture factory in Kumamoto, Japan, to produce next-generation image sensors. With a total investment of 1 trillion yen, the venture is targeting markets for AI robots and self-driving cars. This is an important step for Japan’s semiconductor industry.
Impact of joint US-Japan intervention fades！Markets focus on Bank of Japan rate hikes and carry-trade risks as the yen gives back nearly half its gains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. and Japan jointly intervened to buy yen, but the effect quickly faded, and the yen fell back to the 159-yen range. The market is watching the Bank of Japan’s rate hikes and the outlook for interest-rate differentials.
Standard Chartered names this cryptocurrency, forecasting a gain of more than 2000% by 2030
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
渣打銀行 forecasts that Chainlink’s LINK will reach $200 by 2030, with gains of more than 2,000%. The main drivers are the tokenization of assets and the expansion of DeFi.
Companies mentioned：渣打銀行、Swift、DTCC、Euroclear、JPモルガン、マスターカード、UBS、フィデリティ、S&P Global
Shin Kong Mitsukoshi moves into Taipei Main Station mall；brothers 吳昕陽 and 吳昕昌 speak about their vision for the first time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
新光三越 is expanding into the shopping complex at Taipei Main Station with a new retail strategy. Vice Chairman 吳昕陽 sees this as an important step toward transforming Taipei Main Station into Taiwan’s largest transportation hub.
BlackRock's holdings at the end of Q2: massive bets across the AI supply chain, with Micron, AMD and equipment stocks as key areas for added investment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The world’s largest asset manager, Verizon, significantly increased investment in the AI-related semiconductor supply chain in Q2 2026. It particularly boosted holdings in Micron, AMD and equipment stocks, underscoring its growing concentration in growth stocks.
威力德 benefits from steady growth in testing demand, with first-half profit of NT$132 million and EPS of NT$2.9, a record for the period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
威力德 posted record first-half revenue and profit as demand grew for services addressing an aging population and chronic disease management. Increased shipments of IVD reagents and its medical information systems strategy drove growth.
正文 expects to begin mass production of 1.6T optical modules in Q4, with geopolitical factors and cybersecurity protections potentially bringing in redirected orders
Financial policy white paper makes 31 recommendations, urging a 10-year extension of the day-trading tax cut and allowing payments in foreign currencies and stablecoins
Taiwan stocks were weighed down by a sharp drop in the U.S. semiconductor index and geopolitical risks. Gains in heavyweight electronics stocks stalled, and the market briefly fell more than 274 points, indicating mounting pressure from profit-taking at elevated levels.
台積電 announced $64 billion in capital investment through 2026, citing AI demand. Meanwhile, インテル aims to strengthen its manufacturing capacity with a $15 billion capital raise. The differences in their strategies will shape the future of the semiconductor industry.
Is bad news for the jobs market good news? Analyst sees S&P reaching 8500
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Weak U.S. employment data has opened the door to more Federal Reserve rate cuts, while AI-driven improvements in corporate earnings are adding momentum. Forecasts indicate that the S&P 500 could reach 8500 points within 12 months.
Data centers spark public backlash! Ackman backs Ramaswamy's “Ohioans First”: free electricity and lower property taxes for residents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Bill Ackman backed Ramaswamy’s “Ohio Citizens First” data center policy. Centered on waiving residents’ electricity bills and cutting property taxes, the plan aims to balance AI infrastructure development with local benefits.