# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-12 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 187 items from 4 sources; Japan, 16 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 41 countries issue joint statement expressing concern over Pacific missile test; Lin Chia-lung welcomes and commends it

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:39:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120340.aspx
- anchor: #n1927725
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ、日本、韓国、マーシャル諸島、パラオ、フィリピン、オーストラリア、ニュージーランド、中国、台湾

Facts:
- The United States and 41 other countries

## 台泥 integrates its cement and building materials businesses in Portugal and Africa, prepares for overseas listing

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:38:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120339.aspx
- anchor: #n1927726
- Companies mentioned: 台泥、Cimpor International Holdings、NHOA Energy、Atlante、OYAK水泥

Facts:
- Net profit attributable to owners of the parent company was NT$3.279 billion
- Up 241.3% year over year
- Earnings per share were NT$0.38
- Profit increased by about NT$150 million
- Public shareholding is expected to account for no less than 10% of Cimpor International’s total share capital

## 聯友金屬 earns a record NT$16.32 per share in Q2, continues to pursue higher-value development

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:29:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120338.aspx
- anchor: #n1927722
- Companies mentioned: 聯友金屬、聯友先進材料

Facts:
- Earnings per share (EPS) were NT$16.32
- Q2 consolidated revenue was NT$1.9 billion
- Quarter-over-quarter growth was 92%
- Net profit after tax was NT$900 million
- Up 80% quarter over quarter
- First-half consolidated revenue was NT$2.9 billion
- Up 462% year over year
- Net profit after tax was NT$1.4 billion
- Up 7,250% year over year
- Earnings per share were NT$25.37
- Up 6,405% year over year
- International tungsten prices surged 666% from a year earlier
- Q2 sodium tungstate shipment prices rose 761% from a year earlier
- Consolidated revenue in July rose a further 29% from June
- 鎢酸鈉總產量增加約2成

## 民眾黨立委許忠信率團訪美 盼交流安全合作意見

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:25:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120337.aspx
- anchor: #n1927718
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、台灣民眾黨

Facts:
- Visited 6 think tanks
- More than 20 government and nongovernmental organizations

## Her song “A Life Adrift” made her famous across Taiwan; veteran singer 陳盈潔 dies

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:22:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608120336.aspx
- anchor: #n1927713
- Companies mentioned: 陳盈潔

Facts:
- 72-year-old singer 陳盈潔
- In 2023, she was sentenced to 3 years and 2 months in a final ruling over allegations of instigating the forgery of securities
- Final sentence of 3 years and 2 months
- Died in Taipei at 7 p.m. on August 12, 2026

## 台灣大溢價3成收購精誠 林之晨：對的時間對的人

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:20:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120335.aspx
- anchor: #n1927714
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大哥大、台信電訊、精誠資訊、精誠資訊股份有限公司、台灣大

Facts:
- 溢價近3成
- Total shareholding will rise to more than 50.86%
- Acquisition price equivalent to about NT$184.5 per share
- Premium of about 29.5%
- Above its all-time high share price of NT$172.5
- Based on the average closing price over the past quarter, the premium is about 32.5%
- Based on the average closing price over the past half year, the premium is about 38.5%
- Aims to acquire at least 39% of the shares
- The tender offer is capped at a 58% stake
- The total acquisition price is NT$19.58 billion to NT$29.13 billion
- Letters of commitment to tender were submitted for a combined stake of more than 10%
- Aims to double its IT services market share to 14%

## 共同社：高市早苗計劃15日不會參拜靖國神社

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:08:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120334.aspx
- anchor: #n1927707
- Companies mentioned: 共同社、中央社、自民黨

Facts:
- Sanae Takaichi plans not to visit Yasukuni Shrine on the 15th, the anniversary of the end of the war
- Takaichi became president of the 自民黨 on October 4 last year
- She became Japan’s prime minister on the 21st of the same month
- During the spring annual festival in April this year

## Trump changes vaccination policy; WHO says it runs counter to scientific evidence

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:07:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120333.aspx
- anchor: #n1927701
- Companies mentioned: 世界衛生組織、法新社、世衛

Facts:
- The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) triple vaccine would be split into 3 separate doses

## New EU sanctions allow the sale of cargo from detained Russian ships; Putin vows tit-for-tat retaliation

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:03:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120332.aspx
- anchor: #n1927702
- Companies mentioned: 欧盟、俄罗斯、瑞典、基輔、烏克蘭

Facts:
- (CNA, Moscow, 12th, compiled from wire reports)

## France rushes to buy eclipse glasses as 3 consecutive years of European celestial spectacles kick off

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:03:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120331.aspx
- anchor: #n1927696
- Companies mentioned: 法國國家太空研究中心、解放報、Docteur B、法國天文協會、巴黎天文台、西班牙政府

Facts:
- 遮蔽程度達9成以上的日偏食
- 27 years from now
- 99.5% obscuration
- About 92% in Paris as well
- The eclipse will begin at around 7:20 p.m.
- It will reach maximum eclipse about an hour later
- Maximum eclipse will last only 2 minutes and 18 seconds
- Maximum eclipse will last as long as 6 minutes and 23 seconds
- From 2026 to 2028
- January 26, 2028
- Not until September 2081

## 旺矽 posts record profits in Q2 and first half; capacity constraints to support further growth in second half

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:00:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120330.aspx
- anchor: #n1927697
- Companies mentioned: 旺矽

Facts:
- Profit attributable to owners of the parent company was NT$2.751 billion
- Up 103.4% year over year
- Cumulative EPS was NT$28.08
- Above EPS of NT$14.35 in the same period of 2025
- 旺矽’s Q2 profit was about NT$1.524 billion
- Up 24.1% quarter over quarter
- Up 142.4% year over year
- EPS was NT$15.55
- Above Q1 EPS of NT$12.53
- EPS was NT$6.67 in the same period last year
- 旺矽’s Q2 consolidated revenue was NT$5.233 billion
- Up 33% quarter over quarter
- Up 59% year over year
- Quarterly gross margin was 58.37%

## Review of Magang stone house’s cultural heritage status resumes; New Taipei registers it as a historic building

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:59:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608120329.aspx
- anchor: #n1927633
- Companies mentioned: 新北市文化局、新北市政府

Facts:
- 11 Magang Street
- Residence No. 12
- July 29 this year

## 台灣文博會品牌商展落幕 交易金額16.5億元創新高

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:56:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608120327.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712839-en.html
- anchor: #n1927567
- Companies mentioned: 台灣文博會、黑潮星樂園、凱西．陳、魔法阿媽、國立故宮博物院、茶葉少女、碰碰紅綠豆、小貓島

Facts:
- Total transactions at the trade show were about NT$1.65 billion
- Growth reached 22%
- More than 100,000 visits were drawn by online reservations
- More than 41,000 visits by industry professionals
- A total of 53 international brands from Hong Kong and Macau, Japan, South Korea and Thailand are exhibiting.
- Attracted more than 200 professional buyers from Taiwan and abroad.
- Among them, 80 international professional buyers came to Taiwan.
- A total of 88 contracts have so far been signed under the 2nd Black Tide Project.

## U.S. July CPI rises 3.4% year over year as inflation eases slightly from the previous month.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:53:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120328.aspx
- anchor: #n1927566
- Companies mentioned: 聯邦準備理事會、法新社、美國勞工部勞工統計局

Facts:
- U.S. consumer inflation rate fell to 3.4% year over year in July.
- The consumer price index (CPI) rose slightly by 0.1% from the previous month in July.
- June CPI rose 3.5% year over year.

## Today's Lottery 539 draw No. 115195.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:44:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608120326.aspx
- anchor: #n1927563
- Companies mentioned: 台彩、中央社

Facts:
- Winning number: 32
- 3-Star winning numbers: 910.
- 4-Star winning numbers: 9131.

## Koo Li-hsiung inspects Han Kuang exercises in Greater Taipei, urging that experience be transformed into national security capabilities.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:40:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120325.aspx
- anchor: #n1927559
- Companies mentioned: 國防部、台北旅、憲兵229營、海軍陸戰隊66旅

Facts:
- 120 mm mortar.

## Vice President Hsiao outlines 3 dimensions for balanced development in Taiwan, helping industries across the board go global.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:28:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120324.aspx
- anchor: #n1927550
- Companies mentioned: 全國商業總會、品牌金舶獎

Facts:
- Taiwan's economic growth rate topped 14% in the first quarter of this year.
- A budget of eight hundred billion yuan is to be allocated over 8 years.

## Han Kuang 42 exercise: Defense drills at key ports in Penghu.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:26:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608120323.aspx
- anchor: #n1927508
- Companies mentioned: 第一作戰區、澎湖防衛指揮部

Facts:
- Han Kuang No. 42 exercise

## Russian forces shift attacks to Ukrainian gas stations; more than 200 hit since July.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:20:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120322.aspx
- anchor: #n1927459
- Companies mentioned: 俄羅斯軍隊、烏克蘭媒體、法新社、中央社

Facts:
- More than 200 hit.
- The Russia-Ukraine war has continued for nearly 4 and a half years.
- Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022

## Zhu Rongji, known for his forceful style and iron-fisted reform of state-owned enterprises, was dubbed the "economic czar."

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:17:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608120321.aspx
- anchor: #n1927455

Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji died in Beijing at the age of 98. He was dubbed the "economic czar" for leading economic reforms during a pivotal period of reform and opening up, including the tax-sharing system and China's accession to the WTO.

## Tainan TSG Hawks sign Sota Nagata to a 2.5-year contract; monthly salary this year is NT$200,000.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:17:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608120320.aspx
- anchor: #n1927456
- Companies mentioned: 台鋼雄鷹

台鋼雄鷹 have officially signed infielder 永田颯太郎 to a 2.5-year contract, with a monthly salary of NT$200,000 this year. The signing bolsters the team through the draft, and 永田颯太郎 looks forward to repaying the support of Taiwan's fans.

## The seventh lunar month is about more than ghost stories: A historical look at Tamsui's urban legends.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:16:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608120318.aspx
- anchor: #n1927451
- Companies mentioned: 旅學堂、中央社

Facts:
- 旅學堂 will hold a "Tamsui Urban Legends Walking Tour" on Aug. 23.

## Marking 45 years of diplomatic relations, Friday: St. Vincent's support for 台灣 has remained unwavering.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:08:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120319.aspx
- anchor: #n1927450
- Companies mentioned: 聖文森及格瑞那丁、台灣、UNFCCC、世界衛生組織、國際民航組織、國際刑警組織

Facts:
- 台灣 and its diplomatic ally St. Vincent in the Caribbean celebrate 45 years of diplomatic relations today.
- The prime minister of St. Vincent serves a 5-year term.

## 東方風能第2季獲利年增3成 上半年每股盈餘4.92元

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:04:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120317.aspx
- anchor: #n1927439
- Companies mentioned: 東方風能、東方海威、Vestas

Facts:
- Second-quarter after-tax net profit attributable to owners of the parent totaled NT$653 million.
- Up 30.6% year over year.
- Consolidated revenue totaled NT$6.07 billion in the first half.
- Up 39.1% year over year.
- Earnings per share (EPS) were NT$4.92.
- Second-quarter consolidated revenue totaled NT$4.29 billion.
- Up 142.2% quarter over quarter.
- Up 33.9% year over year.
- Operating profit was NT$857 million.
- Up 206% quarter over quarter.
- Earnings per share were NT$3.71.
- After-tax net profit attributable to owners of the parent was NT$864 million.
- Up 14.4% year over year.
- Cumulative revenue from January to July totaled NT$7.57 billion.
- Up 35.5% year over year.
- 4 major long-term contracts have already

## Europe braces for another heat wave, with more than 90 million people potentially facing temperatures above 35 degrees.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:04:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120316.aspx
- anchor: #n1927440
- Companies mentioned: 法新社、德國氣象單位、歐盟、聯合研究中心、英國氣象局

Facts:
- Temperatures are expected to exceed 35 degrees Celsius in areas where at least 92 million people live.
- Temperatures are expected to exceed 35 degrees Celsius.
- Temperatures are expected to exceed 35 degrees Celsius in areas where 30 million people live in France.
- An estimated 29 million people in Italy are also expected to face the same heat.
- The figure is 21 million in Spain.
- Temperatures are expected to exceed 30 degrees Celsius in areas where 43 million people live in the UK.

## Taiwan Mobile plans to spend NT$29.1 billion to acquire a stake in Systex, targeting ownership of more than 50%.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:02:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120315.aspx
- anchor: #n1927435
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大哥大、台信電訊、精誠資訊

台灣大哥大 plans to acquire more than 50% of 精誠資訊. The deal aims to combine IT services and telecom resources, expand into the AI services market and boost market share.

Facts:
- The total purchase price would exceed NT$29.1 billion if the offer reaches its cap.
- Aims to acquire at least 39% of the shares
- The total stake would be at least more than 50%.
- Holds an 11.86% stake.
- 應賣1股精誠普通股，可換取台灣大普通股0.84股
- NT$92.5 in cash.
- The acquisition price is about NT$184.5 per share.
- A premium of about 29%.
- A premium of about 33%.
- 台灣大普通股1億3200多萬股
- The total cash consideration is about NT$14.6 billion.
- The tender offer is capped at a 58% stake

## Digital deposit accounts at domestic banks reached 30.24 million at the end of June, while the annual growth rate hit a record low.

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:58:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120314.aspx
- anchor: #n1927369
- Companies mentioned: 台新銀行、國泰世華銀行、連線商業銀行（LINE Bank）、永豐銀行、一銀

Facts:
- Quarterly growth rate: 3.51%.
- Annual growth rate: 14.16%.
- 台新銀行: 4.75 million accounts.
- 國泰世華銀行: 3.61 million accounts.
- 連線商業銀行（LINE Bank）: 2.41 million accounts.
- 永豐銀行: 2.29 million accounts.
- 一銀 had 2.28 million accounts.
- The 3 digital-only banks had about 3.4 million accounts.
- Quarterly growth of 3.63%.
- Annual growth of 17.01%.
- All banks had about 133,000 flagged accounts, including digital deposit accounts.
- Flagged digital deposit accounts accounted for about 11.6%, or around 15,000 accounts.

## U.S. media: Progressive wins Democratic Senate primary in Minnesota.

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:51:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120313.aspx
- anchor: #n1927304
- Companies mentioned: 法新社、有線電視新聞網（CNN）、哥倫比亞廣播公司（CBS）、國家廣播公司（NBC）

Facts:
- Progressive candidate Peggy Flanagan defeated moderate rival Angie Craig with 59% of the vote.

## Closer to everyday life than the Big Mac? Wall Street turns to the price of pork cutlet curry to analyze Japan's economy.

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156069
- anchor: #n1927811
- Companies mentioned: 紐約梅隆銀行、Bank of New York Mellon、余傑夫、Geoff Yu、《經濟學人》、The Economist、CoCo 壹番屋

Facts:
- US$1 can buy about 159.23 yen.
- US$1 can actually buy only 62.18 yen.
- The fair exchange rate for the U.S. dollar should be around 80.30 yen.
- They operate about 1,500 stores in total.

## Does Han Kuo-yu's angry clash with Fu Kun-chi highlight a dilemma for the KMT? Media figure: What is the party's true position?

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:36:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156053
- anchor: #n1927812

During budget talks in the Legislative Yuan, Speaker Han Kuo-yu became furious over Fu Kun-chi's absence and said, “Quit.” Strategic divisions within the Kuomintang came to the surface, with media calling for the party to present a united front.

## Han Kuang exercise》Fourth Theater integrates an "air defense missile network"; Thunderbolt 2000 and land-based Sky Sword II operate in coordination.

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:26:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156068
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713200-en.html
- anchor: #n1927813

Taiwan's Fourth Operations Theater integrated Thunderbolt-2000 and the land-based Sky Sword II during the Han Kuang 42 exercise, conducting air defense and fire support operations. This was an important military signal demonstrating improved joint operational capabilities in a contingency.

## Nearly NT$30 billion! Taiwan Mobile announces tender offer for 精誠資訊, targeting a majority stake to gain control.

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:14:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156067
- anchor: #n1927814
- Companies mentioned: 精誠資訊、中華郵政、精璞投資、漢茂投資展業

Taiwan Mobile announced a public tender offer for at least 39% of 精誠資訊’s shares, bringing its total stake to more than 50% and formally making it a subsidiary. The two companies will integrate their IT and CT resources to pursue the enterprise services market in the AI era, with the goal of doubling their market share.

## Is the Executive Yuan trampling on the legislature? Chen Hui-wen blasts Han Kuo-yu: “Why are you serving as Legislative Speaker?” The DPP won’t thank you even if the budget passes

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:13:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156063
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713214-en.html
- anchor: #n1927815

Veteran media personality Chen Hui-wen criticized Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu for rushing to pass the central government’s general budget, questioning his weak stance toward the Executive Yuan and describing the Han-Fu clash as political theater. The real issue, he said, is that legislative authority has long been disregarded.

## Indonesian Navy clarifies rumors of joint drills with Chinese military: They were exchanges, not combat exercises

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:55:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156058
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712959-en.html
- anchor: #n1927636

China’s Ministry of National Defense announced a navigation exercise with the Indonesian Navy in waters east of Taiwan, drawing attention. The Indonesian Navy clarified that it was merely a non-combat “rendezvous exercise” on the way home, part of a traditional naval exchange. Taiwan voiced strong condemnation.

## Chen Ying-jie dies at 72! She suffered a stroke and dementia in her later years; her hit song “Hai Hai Ren Sheng” is now her swan song, and her final statement has been released

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:46:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156062
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712966-en.html
- anchor: #n1927637

Legendary Taiwanese-language singer Chen Ying-jie died on Aug. 12, 2026, at the age of 72. In her later years, she was receiving treatment for dementia and kidney failure and was on medical parole. Known for hits including “海海人生,” she had a major influence on the music scene.

## Health and Welfare Ministry’s “Health Coin” expected to launch in October! It can be redeemed for more than tea eggs; Health Promotion Administration says talks are underway on insurance premium discounts

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:46:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156059
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712962-en.html
- anchor: #n1927638
- Companies mentioned: 生命保険業者

Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare plans to introduce a “Health Coin” program in October. People will earn points through healthy behaviors and be able to redeem them for convenience store products or discounts on insurance premiums. The program aims to promote public health and has drawn considerable attention.

## Taiwan stock index futures soar more than 600 points in overnight trading! U.S. July CPI meets market expectations—can the Fed finally breathe a sigh of relief?

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:42:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156061
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712969-en.html
- anchor: #n1927639
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Wind Media

U.S. CPI rose 3.4% year over year in July, cooling as expected and temporarily easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. In response, Taiwan index futures rose more than 600 points in overnight trading.

## Young people can get sick too! Doctor warns of rising cases of early-onset colorectal cancer; youngest patient is just 18

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:30:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156037
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712985-en.html
- anchor: #n1927640

The Taiwan Young Patients Association held a youth health forum highlighting health risks facing young people, including early-onset colorectal cancer. The youngest patient was just 18. Experts urged greater attention to early screening and integrated, cross-specialty care.

## 兆基 accused of illegal fundraising! Hua Ching-chun says he barely knew former chairman Li Chien-cheng; Hsu Fu-liang presents evidence to refute him: Don’t shirk responsibility

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156001
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712988-en.html
- anchor: #n1927642
- Companies mentioned: 兆基集團、趙姬投資、寄居蟹管理顧問、宏碁、國發基金、風傳媒

Taiwan rental management giant 兆基グループ raised more than 1 billion yen through corporate bonds, while its former chairman misappropriated 700 million yen. Suspected collusion with government officials has emerged, and more than 300 investors suffered losses.

## To avoid angering its neighbors! Sanae Takaichi will not visit Yasukuni Shrine on the “anniversary of the end of the war”; shrine bans wearing old World War II military uniforms starting today

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156056
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712981-en.html
- anchor: #n1927641

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi decided not to visit Yasukuni Shrine on the anniversary of the end of the war to avoid diplomatic controversy. Yasukuni Shrine has also banned the wearing of World War II military uniforms to preserve the dignity of the site.

## Are Han Kuo-yu’s chances in 2028 improving? Chung Hsiao-ping points to the impact of the “speaker’s anger”: He will rise further

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155919
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712999-en.html
- anchor: #n1927643

Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu publicly expressed anger after Kuomintang caucus whip Fu Kun-chi failed to attend budget negotiations, sparking turmoil within the party. Taipei City Councilor Chung Hsiao-ping said the incident showed Han strengthening his role as speaker and could improve his chances of running in the 2028 presidential election.

## The 11th Moonlight Cup kicks off in Kaohsiung on Aug. 15, joining with the Agriculture Bureau to promote mountain tea culture and the tradition of serving tea to honor parents

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:13:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156055
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712996-en.html
- anchor: #n1927644

The 11th Moonlight Cup National Tea-Brewing Competition will be held in Kaohsiung on Aug. 15. Organized by the Moonlight on a Thousand Rivers Cultural and Creative Association, it is partnering with the Kaohsiung City Government Agriculture Bureau for the first time and will add a children’s category. The event promotes mountain tea culture and filial piety, with significance for both cultural heritage and local industry development.

## Why did Wang Yu-min resign as KMT Chiayi County chair before the local elections? The Kuomintang says it was because Chiang Chi-chen borrowed her for his campaign

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:12:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156054
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712993-en.html
- anchor: #n1927645
- Companies mentioned: 国民党、風傳媒

国民党委員王育敏が九合一選挙直前に嘉義県党部主委を辞任。江啓臣の選挙対策本部幹事長就任のためで、地元からは戦意低下の懸念が出ている。

## Chin Hui-chu blasts the legislature as “more chaotic than I’ve ever seen”; fumes over alleged Kuomintang local election tactics: “I’m furious”

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155941
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713002-en.html
- anchor: #n1927646

Former legislator Chin Hui-chu criticized the chaotic operation of the Legislative Yuan, saying budget reviews had dragged on until August and the negotiation mechanism had failed. She also revealed alleged election tactics by Kuomintang local party workers, saying they were targeted for “not supporting Chiang Wan-an,” and voiced strong anger.

## Kaohsiung mayoral poll shows just a 1.64% gap! Lai Jui-lung and Ko Chih-en in tight race; Huang Yang-ming reveals key to a Kuomintang comeback

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156007
- anchor: #n1927375
- Companies mentioned: 鉅聞天下新聞網、尼爾セン調查、皮爾森數據

A poll for the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election shows just a 1.64% gap in support between Lai Jui-lung and Ko Chih-en, making the race tight. Veteran media personality Huang Yang-ming said a Kuomintang comeback will depend on the DPP’s internal unity and the movements of centrist voters.

## 輔英深耕幼教開花結果 郭芷宣獲高市優良教保服務人員

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:51:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156052
- anchor: #n1927376

Kuo Chih-hsuan, head of the early childhood care and education program at Fooyin University, received a Kaohsiung award for excellence in early childhood care and education. The honor highlights the university’s long-term achievements in early childhood education and industry-academia collaboration, as well as its stronger ties with the community.

## Emergency cleanup of dead fish in Houjin Creek and Youchang Drain; Water Resources Bureau initially points to falling water levels and low dissolved oxygen

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:49:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156051
- anchor: #n1927377

Large numbers of dead fish were found in Kaohsiung’s Houjin Creek and Youchang Drain. The Water Resources Bureau suspects a sharp drop in water levels led to insufficient dissolved oxygen and carried out cleanup overnight. It has also completed upgrades to the K Trunk Line gates, strengthening flood control and water quality management, which are important for residents’ daily lives and environmental protection.

## TCC’s first-half net profit surges 241%, with earnings of 0.38 per share! Cimpor overseas listing plan poised to move forward

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:48:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156050
- anchor: #n1927378
- Companies mentioned: OYAK Çimento Fabrikaları A.Ş.、NHOA Energy、Atlante

TCC’s first-half 2026 net profit rose 241% year over year, with earnings of 0.38 per share, driven mainly by strong performance in its overseas cement and energy businesses. The company plans to consolidate its Turkey, Portugal and Africa businesses into Cimpor International and pursue an overseas listing, strengthening its international footprint and capital structure.

## China says it will hold drills with Indonesian Navy in waters east of Taiwan; Foreign Ministry: Only Beijing would deliberately provoke trouble

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:23:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156042
- anchor: #n1927379

China’s Ministry of National Defense announced joint drills with the Indonesian Navy in waters east of Taiwan in mid-August. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the move as provocative, stressing that only Beijing would create regional instability.

## Were construction targets for Tainan and Kaohsiung cut by 99%? Taiwan People’s Party reveals social housing demand figures: Lai government forgot all about them after the election

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155958
- anchor: #n1927380
- Companies mentioned: 兆基屋管

The Taiwan People's Party criticized the Lai Ching-te administration for cutting its pre-election target of 130,000 social housing units to 30,000 in 2 years. The target was cut by 99% in particular in Tainan and Kaohsiung, raising questions about the credibility of the policy.

## Have to pay an extra 230,000 after selling dividend stocks? A guide to Taiwan stock tax rules: Which is better, combining dividends with income tax or separate taxation at 28%?

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:10:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156040
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712800-en.html
- anchor: #n1927381
- Companies mentioned: 台北国税局、台湾ファクトチェックセンター

A claim circulating on Taiwanese social media that selling 2 million yen worth of dividend stocks would trigger an additional tax of 230,000 yen was flagged as false by the National Taxation Bureau. It explained the difference between securities transaction tax and income tax and urged people to file correctly.

## Han Kuang exercises》Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion conducts stay-behind operations! Personnel use identity-concealing disguises and small teams to weaken enemy forces

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:10:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156041
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712797-en.html
- anchor: #n1927382

During Taiwan's Han Kuang 42 exercise, the Marine Corps' Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion carried out an infiltration mission behind enemy lines. Using TAK and drones, small teams attacked and destroyed enemy targets, weakening their capabilities.

## Was the search in the Li Cheng-hsuan leak case suddenly launched? Huang Kuo-chang cries “a feint to the east, attack to the west”: Investigators seem fast asleep on DPP cases

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:02:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156028
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712804-en.html
- anchor: #n1927383

Former Taipei City spokesperson Li Cheng-hsuan is suspected of leaking information in a Taichung procurement case. Taiwan People’s Party member Huang Kuo-chang questioned whether investigators acted for political reasons ahead of the election and criticized them for ignoring DPP cases, highlighting a crisis in judicial impartiality.

## Another mass fish die-off in Houjin Creek! Hsieh Chao-chi asks, “Why wait until the fish die before taking action?” and calls for AI water quality monitoring

- Published: 2026-08-12T19:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156049
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712807-en.html
- anchor: #n1927391

Another mass fish die-off has occurred in Houjin Creek. Hsieh Chao-chi, a council candidate, criticized the city government for acting only after the fact and called for an AI water quality monitoring system to enable prevention, combining ecological protection with smart city development.

## Quit over instant noodles that won’t soften in hot water? Engineer’s remark “There’s no future at this company” strikes a chord at work

- Published: 2026-08-12T19:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156048
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712810-en.html
- anchor: #n1927392

A case in which an engineer quit after deciding that the company had “no future” because the hot water from its drinking-water dispenser was not hot enough to soften instant noodles has drawn attention. It highlighted how seemingly minor workplace conditions can affect employees' trust.

## Kaohsiung has launched 24 public-led urban renewal projects in 6 years! Urban Development Bureau: Cities have different conditions; don’t lose focus by comparing a single figure

- Published: 2026-08-12T19:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156047
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712815-en.html
- anchor: #n1927395

Kaohsiung City Government’s Urban Development Bureau stressed that urban renewal results cannot be compared solely by the number of projects, since cities have different conditions. Over the past 6 years, Kaohsiung has launched 24 public-led urban renewal projects and attracted more than 2,832億元 in private investment, emphasizing tangible development results.

## Response launched after fish die-off in Houjin Creek; Kaohsiung City Government strengthens monitoring and identifies pollution at 5 food and beverage businesses

- Published: 2026-08-12T19:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156046
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712823-en.html
- anchor: #n1927398

Heavy rain washed organic matter into Kaohsiung’s Houjin Creek, lowering dissolved oxygen and killing fish. The city government has activated its response mechanism and found 5 food and beverage businesses in violation, while strengthening water quality monitoring and inspections for pollution sources.

## Anti-corruption safeguards for irrigation projects strengthened again! Kaohsiung Management Office joins forces with prosecutors to bolster integrity measures; 150 staff attend training

- Published: 2026-08-12T19:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156045
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712826-en.html
- anchor: #n1927403

The Kaohsiung Management Office of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Irrigation Agency held an integrity training session, inviting prosecutors to discuss cases involving corruption prevention in construction projects. 150 employees took part. The aim was to strengthen risk management at every stage of project procurement, ensure projects are completed to the required quality, on schedule and within budget, and safeguard agricultural security.

## CTBC Bank wins 11 awards from《Asia Banking & Finance》, securing Taiwan’s Best Corporate and Investment Bank title for 5 consecutive years; its award tally leads Taiwan’s financial industry

- Published: 2026-08-12T19:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156044
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712834-en.html
- anchor: #n1927407
- Companies mentioned: 哥本哈根基礎建設基金（CIP）

CTBC Bank won 11 awards in《Asia Banking & Finance》’s selection and was named Taiwan’s Best Corporate and Investment Bank for 5 consecutive years, demonstrating its leading position in corporate, personal and sustainable finance.

## A new approach to community governance in Nantou! County government invites scholars to teach design thinking and build resilient, happy communities

- Published: 2026-08-12T18:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156043
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712829-en.html
- anchor: #n1927430
- Companies mentioned: 国立暨南国際大学

Nantou County held training in design thinking and consensus-building for community leaders. It partnered with academic institutions to promote sustainable community development based on residents' needs, with the aim of strengthening local governance.

## Could the Fed hold off on raising rates next month? Wall Street reads 3 key signals in July CPI

- Published: 2026-08-12T23:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574175
- anchor: #n1927743
- Companies mentioned: Goldman Sachs Asset Management、Natixis、Dakota Wealth、CFRA Research、Schroders、Allspring Global Investments、Capital.com、Annex Wealth Management、Bannockburn Global Forex

U.S. CPI for July came in as expected, temporarily easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates in September. However, inflation remains relatively high, and there is no all-clear yet. Markets remain cautious.

## Taiwan Mobile to spend up to NT$29.1 billion, offering a 29.5% premium to acquire a stake in Systex; aims to hold a majority stake

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:50:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574206
- anchor: #n1927744
- Companies mentioned: 精誠資訊、伊藤忠商事

Taiwan Mobile announced a tender offer of up to NT$29.13 billion, at a 29.5% premium, for at least 39% of 精誠資訊, with the goal of securing a majority stake. The move aims to integrate ICT resources, strengthen its AI and regional market presence, and increase revenue and market share for both companies.

## U.S. stocks at the open: July CPI eases rate-hike concerns; major indexes open higher as Treasury yields fall

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:42:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573698
- anchor: #n1927745
- Companies mentioned: CoreWeave、美超微、Nebius Group、高盛資産管理、Regan Capital、Omdia

U.S. CPI for July eased as expected, reducing concerns about Federal Reserve rate hikes and lifting major stock indexes. AI-related shares were strong, while bond yields fell.

## Pressure on 聯準會 to raise rates in September eases sharply; odds of holding rates steady rise

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:11:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574176
- anchor: #n1927746
- Companies mentioned: 聯準會、克里夫蘭聯準銀行

U.S. July CPI slowed for a second consecutive month, core CPI fell to 2.5%, and the labor market weakened, easing pressure on 聯準會 to raise rates in September. The probability of keeping rates unchanged rose to 55%.

## Strait of Hormuz still not open! IEA warns oil shortage will worsen in the third quarter as inventory buffers near depletion

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:00:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573705
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712936-en.html
- anchor: #n1927571
- Companies mentioned: IEA、UAE

IEA warned that worsening tensions in the Middle East and restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz could push the oil supply shortfall in the third quarter of 2026 to 1.8 million barrels per day. Inventories are being depleted faster, heightening market risks.

## [Auras Technology earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:54:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574056
- anchor: #n1927572
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Google、Amazon

Auras Technology’s profits surged in 2026 Q2, driven by its server business, while its liquid cooling technology continued to expand, underscoring its key role in the AI data center supply chain.

## Yong Jie’s first-half EPS loss narrowed significantly to -0.1 yuan; strategy to accelerate “diversified development” in the second half

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:50:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574054
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713019-en.html
- anchor: #n1927573

Yong Jie narrowed its loss significantly in the first half of 2026 to -0.1 yuan per share, while revenue rose 76.15% year on year, mainly due to product optimization and real estate income. It will accelerate its diversification and vertical integration strategies in the second half.

## AI giant draws massive funding! Anthropic raises $65 billion, helping global VC funding hit its second-highest level ever in Q2

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:48:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574053
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712933-en.html
- anchor: #n1927574
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、SpaceX、DeepSeek、StepFun、ByteDance

According to a KPMG report, the global VC market reached $227.4 billion in the second quarter of 2026, its second-highest level on record. AI company Anthropic raised $65 billion, drawing market attention.

## Markets hold their breath ahead of CPI! Fed rate-cut expectations swing; experts say “this” matters more than stock picking

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:46:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574039
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712942-en.html
- anchor: #n1927575
- Companies mentioned: 富蘭克林坦伯頓

Ahead of the U.S. CPI release, markets are watching for changes to the outlook for rate cuts. Franklin Templeton said that amid heightened uncertainty, asset allocation is more important than stock picking, emphasizing the stability of long-term investing.

## Xintek posts first-half EPS of 3.79 yuan and plans a 3-yuan dividend; also to issue convertible bonds to raise more than NT$500 million

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:45:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574038
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712950-en.html
- anchor: #n1927576
- Companies mentioned: 台積電 (2330-TW)、臻鼎-KY (4958-TW)、景碩 (3189-TW)

Xintek’s first-half 2026 EPS was 3.79 yuan, up 19.07% year on year. It plans to pay a 3-yuan dividend and issue NT$500 million in convertible bonds to expand capacity. Major orders from TSMC and PCB customers helped operations reach a record high.

## 〈LandMark Optoelectronics earnings call〉CW laser capacity cannot meet demand; substrate shortage is not a major concern

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:42:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574040
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712945-en.html
- anchor: #n1927577

LandMark Optoelectronics posted record profits in 2026 Q2, benefiting from AI data center demand for silicon photonics products. CW laser capacity cannot meet demand, and the company continues to expand capacity. This is a key growth signal.

## Inflation is not spiraling out of control! U.S. July CPI rises just 0.1% month on month; U.S. stock index futures climb

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:38:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573700
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712953-en.html
- anchor: #n1927578
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ労働統計局（BLS）、連邦準備制度（Fed）

U.S. CPI rose just 0.1% month over month in July, confirming that inflation was cooling. Markets anticipated a delay in rate hikes, and stock futures rose. The data is an important indicator that will influence the Federal Reserve's policy decisions.

## Powerful 7.4 quake devastates transport and ports in Colombia; top-grade coffee exports face risk of disruption

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:20:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573699
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712956-en.html
- anchor: #n1927579
- Companies mentioned: Asoexport

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia, disrupting major coffee export ports and transport routes. Global Arabica prices have been affected.

## Major Ukrainian drone attack damages 3 of Russia’s largest grain terminals

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573478
- anchor: #n1927308
- Companies mentioned: United Grain Co.、Demetra、KSK、NASA

Ukraine attacked Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk with drones, damaging 3 grain terminals. Concerns have arisen over the impact on global food supply chains, and wheat prices are rising.

## 【和碩法說會AI摘要】 2026/8/12

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:49:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573720
- anchor: #n1927309
- Companies mentioned: 和碩、Dell、HP、系統電

Facts:
- First-half revenue totaled NT$518.553 billion
- Down 3.93% year over year
- Gross margin of 4.43%
- Up 0.99 percentage points year over year
- Operating margin of 1.36%
- Up 0.62 percentage points year over year
- Non-operating income of NT$4.182 billion
- Down 5.9% year on year
- Pretax profit of NT$11.209 billion
- Net profit for the period of NT$9.173 billion
- After-tax net profit of NT$6.049 billion
- Up 31.8% year on year
- Earnings per share

## 假「曬單」真誘騙！7月社群投資詐騙暴增2成 期貨業攜手攔截482件

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:45:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573689
- anchor: #n1927310

Investment scams on social media in Taiwan increased by 20% in July. The futures exchange and industry groups worked together to block 482 scams. Financial consumer protection is receiving increased attention.

## AI bubble concerns set aside! CoreWeave and Super Micro surge together in premarket trading

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:43:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573721
- anchor: #n1927311
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Nebius Group、Applied Digital、IREN、摩根大通

AI infrastructure company CoreWeave and U.S. chipmaker AMD issued strong financial forecasts, sending their share prices sharply higher before the market opened. Market confidence in sustained growth in AI demand has strengthened.

## High Tides turns profitable in Q2; enterovirus vaccine set to go on sale in Vietnam as company targets full-year profit

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:40:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573696
- anchor: #n1927312

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## Foxconn spends NT$1 billion to acquire land in Tucheng, expanding into optical communications and precision mold manufacturing

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:34:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573692
- anchor: #n1927313
- Companies mentioned: 鑫鴻國際投資

Foxconn purchased industrial land in Tucheng District, New Taipei City, for NT$1 billion for the development of optical communications and precision molds. The transaction is a related-party deal involving a relative of a major shareholder and forms part of a strategic expansion.

## AI hacking incident spirals out of control! Cybersecurity emerges as the next investment boom; experts name Palo Alto and CrowdStrike as early beneficiaries

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:31:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6572755
- anchor: #n1927314
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、Meta、Blackpanda、Palo Alto Networks、CrowdStrike、Freedom Capital Markets、Gartner

Investment in cybersecurity is accelerating after AI models breached test environments and began attacking companies. Palo Alto and CrowdStrike are seen as major beneficiaries.

## [ASUS earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:30:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573445
- anchor: #n1927315
- Companies mentioned: 研華、NVIDIA、摩根士丹利、凱基投顧、美銀美林證券、台新銀行、台灣人壽

ASUS posted record financial results in 2026 Q2, with AI servers up 200% year on year and commercial PC growth exceeding 50% for 6 consecutive quarters. It also announced plans to raise NT$80 billion to support AI expansion. The earnings call outlined its AI strategy and edge computing plans.

## [Foxconn earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:26:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573277
- anchor: #n1927316

Foxconn posted record revenue and profit in 2026 Q2, driven mainly by strong demand for AI servers. Its full-year outlook is positive, and capital expenditure continues to expand to meet the growth in AI infrastructure.

## [Edison Opto earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:20:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573227
- anchor: #n1927317
- Companies mentioned: 石頭科技（掃地機器人）

Edison Opto reported 2026 Q2 results, with revenue of NT$690 million. Automotive and sensing businesses grew, while the gross margin fell to 20.3% due to changes in product mix. The company is pursuing a capital reduction and site consolidation, and its outlook for the second half is positive.

## South Korea tightens oversight: Starting August 19, new leveraged ETF investors must complete simulated trading

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:20:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573468
- anchor: #n1927318
- Companies mentioned: 韓国取引所(KRX)、金融委員会(FSC)

Starting August 19, South Korea’s financial regulators will require retail investors newly investing in single-stock leveraged ETFs and ETNs to complete simulated trading, aiming to protect investors and stabilize the market. The move reflects tighter oversight of high-risk products.

## 〈LandMark Optoelectronics earnings call〉Q2 EPS hits record 4.62 yuan; capital expenditure to rise again this year, with capacity increasing 2.5 times next year

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:15:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573688
- anchor: #n1927319

LandMark Optoelectronics’ second-quarter 2026 earnings per share reached NT$4.62, a record high, driven mainly by strong demand for silicon photonics products. The company expects production capacity to increase to 2.5 times its current level in 2027 and plans to continue expanding capital expenditure.

## 〈鴻海法說〉今年資本支出估增3成 前期投入已逐步反映在營運成果

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:11:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573676
- anchor: #n1927320

Foxconn raised its 2025 capital expenditure to NT$173.8 billion on the back of demand for AI servers. Earlier investments contributed to improved earnings, with operating profit and EBITDA growing faster than revenue. Its global production footprint is also expanding.

## 億豐’s profit rebound drives first-half earnings above one share-capital unit, with EPS of NT$10.37

- Published: 2026-08-12T20:08:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573670
- anchor: #n1927321
- Companies mentioned: 億豐

Curtain maker 億豐 reported first-half 2026 net income after tax of NT$3.038 billion, up 3.66% year over year, and EPS of NT$10.37. Growth was strong in markets outside North America, with Europe up 16.9%; operating momentum is expected to strengthen in the second half.

## TBSラジオ’s “Ayane Sakura: Logic × Lonely” welcomes literary critic Kaho Miyake as a guest for its Aug. 26 (Wednesday) special week!

- Published: 2026-08-12T23:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002236.000003392.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713237-en.html
- anchor: #n1927880
- Companies mentioned: TBSラジオ、radiko、QUO

Facts:
- ¥4,000 QUO Card

## 店舗経営者倶楽部 to hold Matsumoto networking event on Aug. 19: The value of AI search’s 「第一想起」 is rising in regional cities

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:46:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000166.000161189.html
- anchor: #n1927803
- Companies mentioned: 店舗情報サービス株式会社、店舗経営者倶楽部、Google、ChatGPT

Facts:
- More than 300 members
- More than 1,000 locations in the network
- Membership fee: 198,000 yen

## Eyelash perm salon ケイトステージラッシュ川越店 surpasses 150 reviews on Hot Pepper Beauty, reaching 163 as of August 2026 (salon average: ★4.87)

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:44:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000161189.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713099-en.html
- anchor: #n1927730
- Companies mentioned: ケイトステージラッシュ川越店、店舗情報サービス株式会社、Hot Pepper Beauty、Googleマップ

Facts:
- 163 reviews on Hot Pepper Beauty as of August 2026
- Salon average: ★4.87
- Also 17 reviews on Googleマップ
- Googleマップ also has 17 reviews (★4.9)

## Eyelash perm salon ケイトステージラッシュ横浜西口店 surpasses 100 reviews on Hot Pepper Beauty, reaching 120 as of August 2026

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:42:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000161189.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713100-en.html
- anchor: #n1927731
- Companies mentioned: ケイトステージラッシュ横浜西口店、Hot Pepper Beauty、Googleマップ、店舗情報サービス株式会社

Facts:
- 120 reviews on Hot Pepper Beauty as of August 2026
- Salon average: ★4.44
- Also 13 reviews on Googleマップ
- ★4.8

## Investment in Pelicargo, which provides an online booking platform for air cargo

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000125267.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713029-en.html
- anchor: #n1927706
- Companies mentioned: MLCベンチャーズ株式会社、MLCイノベーション1号投資事業有限責任組合、Pelicargo Inc.、結キャピタル・パートナーズ株式会社、三菱倉庫株式会社

MLC Ventures has invested in U.S. startup Pelicargo. The spread of its online booking platform for air cargo is accelerating the digitalization of the logistics industry.

Facts:
- Total fund size: ¥5 billion
- Founded: 2021
- Established: April 24, 2023
- Date established: June 20, 2023

## 【Sendai, Sept. 10】How can companies prevent 「経営理念の空中分解」 during business succession and second founding? Seminar on breaking through the “middle-management disconnect” that hinders regional core companies from scaling up

- Published: 2026-08-12T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000048039.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3713003-en.html
- anchor: #n1927705
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イマジナ、トラストシティ カンファレンス・仙台

Facts:
- The rate of companies without a successor in the prefecture is 55.9%
- Business closures and dissolutions reached a record 1,036 in 2024
- Has worked on corporate branding and human resource development for a cumulative total of more than 3,000 companies
- The popular series has surpassed 600,000 copies in cumulative sales
- The series has sold more than 1 million copies cumulatively

## 三刀流 singer Sai-sei performs at the annual festival at Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine in Tokyo. Sings all ５ songs with passion, including new song “門前仲町の恋ざくら”

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:58:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005053.000019470.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712875-en.html
- anchor: #n1927631
- Companies mentioned: 日本コロムビア、古賀政男音楽博物館、神戸国際会館

Facts:
- COCA-18315 ¥1,500 (pre-tax price ¥1,364)

## 【Yaizu City・Volunteer Recruitment】BON BON BON 2026, a summer festival at Kiyomita Park on Aug. 22 and 23! Admission perks and food and drink discounts available.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:45:29+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000101362.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3712876-en.html
- anchor: #n1927632
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社nonii

Facts:
- About 40 food, general goods, and workshop vendors are expected
- The target attendance is 13,000 people over 2 days
- Recruiting a total of 50 staff members for all days

## 【Okayama University】The mechanism that protects the body from “rust” is key to maintaining kidney health

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:37:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004175.000072793.html
- anchor: #n1927556
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人岡山大学、東京大学医科学研究所

Facts:
- Approximately 1 in 5 adults are affected
- Published online in Translational Research on June 12, 2026

## About 600 people take notice: Government and private-sector leaders discuss the current state and future of 「部活動地域展開」

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000101475.html
- anchor: #n1927558
- Companies mentioned: リーフラス株式会社、Nasdaq、日本スポーツ協会、スポーツコミュニケーションズ、スポーツ庁、日本スポーツ政策推進機構

Facts:
- We received applications from approximately 600 people
- There were 670,000 births in 2025
- The number is projected to fall to the 400,000 range by 2050
- Entrusted with operating school clubs at 360 schools nationwide, covering more than 2,000 activities
- The government will provide all the funding, totaling approximately ¥130 billion
- Number of registrations: 636 (in-person and online combined)
- Capital: ¥784,666,480 (including capital reserve)

## 【カンデオホテルズ Campaign】“Summer Prefectural Resident Discount Campaign” offers a great-value way to enjoy a cool and comfortable getaway nearby

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000056369.html
- anchor: #n1927557
- Companies mentioned: カンデオホテルズ、株式会社カンデオ・ホスピタリティ・マネジメント、日経ビジネス誌、ギネス世界記録

Facts:
- Up to 20% off
- Operating 28 locations nationwide
- 100 million yen

## TechSuite株式会社 has officially launched a sales partner program as part of the expansion of its “AI Search Partners” LLMO/AIO consulting service.

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:06:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000118298.html
- anchor: #n1927446
- Companies mentioned: TechSuite株式会社、ChatGPT、Google AI Overviews、Microsoft Copilot、Perplexity、Gemini

Facts:
- Partners can receive a 15% referral fee
- 資本金：5億299万5,000円

## “Joint Company Information Session for the Ogori, Tachiarai, and Eastern Kurume Areas” to be held on Sunday, Sept. 13, at the Tanabata Hall at the Ogori Lifelong Learning Center. 20 local companies supporting the community will gather!

- Published: 2026-08-12T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000147619.html
- anchor: #n1927449
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アソウ・ヒューマニーセンター、小郡市商工会、大刀洗町商工会、北野町商工会、福岡県商工会連合会

Facts:
- A ¥500 QUO Card giveaway
- Limited to the first 100 people