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<title>AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-12 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html</link><description>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.</description><language>en</language>
<item><title>41 countries issue joint statement expressing concern over Pacific missile test; Lin Chia-lung welcomes and commends it</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927725</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927725</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:39:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120340.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>台泥 integrates its cement and building materials businesses in Portugal and Africa, prepares for overseas listing</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927726</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927726</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:38:03 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120339.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>聯友金屬 earns a record NT$16.32 per share in Q2, continues to pursue higher-value development</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927722</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927722</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:29:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120338.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>民眾黨立委許忠信率團訪美 盼交流安全合作意見</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927718</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927718</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:25:58 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120337.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Her song “A Life Adrift” made her famous across Taiwan; veteran singer 陳盈潔 dies</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927713</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927713</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:22:54 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608120336.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>台灣大溢價3成收購精誠 林之晨：對的時間對的人</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927714</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927714</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:20:52 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120335.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>共同社：高市早苗計劃15日不會參拜靖國神社</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927707</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927707</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:08:50 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120334.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Trump changes vaccination policy; WHO says it runs counter to scientific evidence</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927701</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927701</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:07:47 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120333.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>New EU sanctions allow the sale of cargo from detained Russian ships; Putin vows tit-for-tat retaliation</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927702</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927702</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:03:45 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120332.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>France rushes to buy eclipse glasses as 3 consecutive years of European celestial spectacles kick off</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927696</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927696</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:03:43 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120331.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>旺矽 posts record profits in Q2 and first half; capacity constraints to support further growth in second half</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927697</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927697</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:41 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120330.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Review of Magang stone house’s cultural heritage status resumes; New Taipei registers it as a historic building</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927633</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927633</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:59:39 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608120329.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>台灣文博會品牌商展落幕 交易金額16.5億元創新高</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927567</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927567</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:56:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608120327.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>U.S. July CPI rises 3.4% year over year as inflation eases slightly from the previous month.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927566</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927566</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:53:36 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120328.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Today's Lottery 539 draw No. 115195.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927563</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927563</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:44:32 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608120326.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Koo Li-hsiung inspects Han Kuang exercises in Greater Taipei, urging that experience be transformed into national security capabilities.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927559</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927559</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:40:30 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120325.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Vice President Hsiao outlines 3 dimensions for balanced development in Taiwan, helping industries across the board go global.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927550</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927550</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:28:28 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120324.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Han Kuang 42 exercise: Defense drills at key ports in Penghu.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927508</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927508</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:26:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608120323.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Russian forces shift attacks to Ukrainian gas stations; more than 200 hit since July.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927459</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927459</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:20:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120322.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Zhu Rongji, known for his forceful style and iron-fisted reform of state-owned enterprises, was dubbed the "economic czar."</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927455</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927455</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:17:21 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608120321.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Tainan TSG Hawks sign Sota Nagata to a 2.5-year contract; monthly salary this year is NT$200,000.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927456</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927456</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:17:19 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608120320.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>The seventh lunar month is about more than ghost stories: A historical look at Tamsui's urban legends.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927451</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927451</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:16:15 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608120318.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Marking 45 years of diplomatic relations, Friday: St. Vincent's support for 台灣 has remained unwavering.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927450</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927450</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:08:17 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608120319.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>東方風能第2季獲利年增3成 上半年每股盈餘4.92元</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927439</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927439</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:04:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120317.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Europe braces for another heat wave, with more than 90 million people potentially facing temperatures above 35 degrees.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927440</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927440</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:04:10 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120316.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Taiwan Mobile plans to spend NT$29.1 billion to acquire a stake in Systex, targeting ownership of more than 50%.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927435</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927435</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:02:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120315.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Digital deposit accounts at domestic banks reached 30.24 million at the end of June, while the annual growth rate hit a record low.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927369</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927369</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:58:06 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608120314.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>U.S. media: Progressive wins Democratic Senate primary in Minnesota.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927304</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927304</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:51:04 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608120313.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Closer to everyday life than the Big Mac? Wall Street turns to the price of pork cutlet curry to analyze Japan's economy.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927811</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927811</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:45:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156069">風傳媒</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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?</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927812</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927812</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:36:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156053">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Han Kuang exercise》Fourth Theater integrates an "air defense missile network"; Thunderbolt 2000 and land-based Sky Sword II operate in coordination.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927813</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927813</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:26:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156068">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Nearly NT$30 billion! Taiwan Mobile announces tender offer for 精誠資訊, targeting a majority stake to gain control.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927814</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927814</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:14:15 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156067">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927815</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927815</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:13:04 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156063">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Indonesian Navy clarifies rumors of joint drills with Chinese military: They were exchanges, not combat exercises</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927636</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927636</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:55:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156058">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927637</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927637</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:46:30 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156062">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927638</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927638</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:46:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156059">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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?</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927639</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927639</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:42:19 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156061">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Young people can get sick too! Doctor warns of rising cases of early-onset colorectal cancer; youngest patient is just 18</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927640</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927640</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:30:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156037">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927642</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927642</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:20:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156001">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927641</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927641</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:20:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156056">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927643</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927643</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:15:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11155919">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927644</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927644</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:13:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156055">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927645</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927645</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:12:47 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156054">風傳媒</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>Chin Hui-chu blasts the legislature as “more chaotic than I’ve ever seen”; fumes over alleged Kuomintang local election tactics: “I’m furious”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927646</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927646</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:10:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11155941">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927375</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927375</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156007">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>輔英深耕幼教開花結果 郭芷宣獲高市優良教保服務人員</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927376</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927376</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:51:16 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156052">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Emergency cleanup of dead fish in Houjin Creek and Youchang Drain; Water Resources Bureau initially points to falling water levels and low dissolved oxygen</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927377</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927377</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:49:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156051">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>TCC’s first-half net profit surges 241%, with earnings of 0.38 per share! Cimpor overseas listing plan poised to move forward</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927378</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927378</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:48:42 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156050">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>China says it will hold drills with Indonesian Navy in waters east of Taiwan; Foreign Ministry: Only Beijing would deliberately provoke trouble</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927379</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927379</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:23:09 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156042">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927380</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927380</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:13:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11155958">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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%?</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927381</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927381</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:10:35 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156040">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Han Kuang exercises》Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion conducts stay-behind operations! Personnel use identity-concealing disguises and small teams to weaken enemy forces</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927382</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927382</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:10:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156041">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927383</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927383</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:02:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156028">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927391</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927391</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:45:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156049">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927392</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927392</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:43:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156048">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927395</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927395</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:40:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156047">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Response launched after fish die-off in Houjin Creek; Kaohsiung City Government strengthens monitoring and identifies pollution at 5 food and beverage businesses</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927398</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927398</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:37:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156046">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Anti-corruption safeguards for irrigation projects strengthened again! Kaohsiung Management Office joins forces with prosecutors to bolster integrity measures; 150 staff attend training</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927403</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927403</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156045">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>CTBC Bank wins 11 awards from《Asia Banking &amp; Finance》, securing Taiwan’s Best Corporate and Investment Bank title for 5 consecutive years; its award tally leads Taiwan’s financial industry</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927407</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927407</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:28:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156044">風傳媒</source><description>CTBC Bank won 11 awards in《Asia Banking &amp; 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.</description></item>
<item><title>A new approach to community governance in Nantou! County government invites scholars to teach design thinking and build resilient, happy communities</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927430</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927430</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:26:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11156043">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Could the Fed hold off on raising rates next month? Wall Street reads 3 key signals in July CPI</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927743</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927743</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:00:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574175">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927744</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927744</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:50:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574206">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>U.S. stocks at the open: July CPI eases rate-hike concerns; major indexes open higher as Treasury yields fall</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927745</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927745</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:42:07 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573698">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Pressure on 聯準會 to raise rates in September eases sharply; odds of holding rates steady rise</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927746</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927746</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:11:37 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574176">鉅亨網</source><description>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%.</description></item>
<item><title>Strait of Hormuz still not open! IEA warns oil shortage will worsen in the third quarter as inventory buffers near depletion</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927571</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927571</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:07 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573705">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>[Auras Technology earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927572</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927572</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:54:09 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574056">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Yong Jie’s first-half EPS loss narrowed significantly to -0.1 yuan; strategy to accelerate “diversified development” in the second half</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927573</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927573</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:50:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574054">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>AI giant draws massive funding! Anthropic raises $65 billion, helping global VC funding hit its second-highest level ever in Q2</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927574</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927574</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:48:13 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574053">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Markets hold their breath ahead of CPI! Fed rate-cut expectations swing; experts say “this” matters more than stock picking</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927575</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927575</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:46:32 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574039">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927576</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927576</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:45:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574038">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>〈LandMark Optoelectronics earnings call〉CW laser capacity cannot meet demand; substrate shortage is not a major concern</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927577</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927577</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:42:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6574040">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Inflation is not spiraling out of control! U.S. July CPI rises just 0.1% month on month; U.S. stock index futures climb</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927578</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927578</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:38:34 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573700">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Powerful 7.4 quake devastates transport and ports in Colombia; top-grade coffee exports face risk of disruption</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927579</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927579</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:20:03 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573699">鉅亨網</source><description>A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia, disrupting major coffee export ports and transport routes. Global Arabica prices have been affected.</description></item>
<item><title>Major Ukrainian drone attack damages 3 of Russia’s largest grain terminals</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927308</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927308</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:50:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573478">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>【和碩法說會AI摘要】 2026/8/12</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927309</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927309</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:49:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573720">鉅亨網</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927310</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927310</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:45:40 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573689">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>AI bubble concerns set aside! CoreWeave and Super Micro surge together in premarket trading</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927311</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927311</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:43:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573721">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>High Tides turns profitable in Q2; enterovirus vaccine set to go on sale in Vietnam as company targets full-year profit</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927312</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927312</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:40:54 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573696">鉅亨網</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Foxconn spends NT$1 billion to acquire land in Tucheng, expanding into optical communications and precision mold manufacturing</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927313</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927313</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:34:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573692">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>AI hacking incident spirals out of control! Cybersecurity emerges as the next investment boom; experts name Palo Alto and CrowdStrike as early beneficiaries</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927314</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927314</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:31:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6572755">鉅亨網</source><description>Investment in cybersecurity is accelerating after AI models breached test environments and began attacking companies. Palo Alto and CrowdStrike are seen as major beneficiaries.</description></item>
<item><title>[ASUS earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927315</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927315</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:30:55 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573445">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>[Foxconn earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927316</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927316</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:26:47 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573277">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>[Edison Opto earnings call AI summary] 2026/8/12</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927317</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927317</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:20:58 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573227">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>South Korea tightens oversight: Starting August 19, new leveraged ETF investors must complete simulated trading</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927318</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927318</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:20:06 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573468">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>〈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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927319</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927319</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:15:20 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573688">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>〈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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927320</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927320</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:11:16 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573676">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>億豐’s profit rebound drives first-half earnings above one share-capital unit, with EPS of NT$10.37</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927321</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927321</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:08:06 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6573670">鉅亨網</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>TBSラジオ’s “Ayane Sakura: Logic × Lonely” welcomes literary critic Kaho Miyake as a guest for its Aug. 26 (Wednesday) special week!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927880</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927880</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002236.000003392.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927803</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927803</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:46:51 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000166.000161189.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927730</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927730</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:44:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000161189.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927731</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927731</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:42:34 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000198.000161189.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>Investment in Pelicargo, which provides an online booking platform for air cargo</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927706</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927706</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000125267.html">PR TIMES</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>【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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927705</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927705</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000048039.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927631</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927631</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:58:43 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005053.000019470.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>【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.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927632</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927632</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:45:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000206.000101362.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>【Okayama University】The mechanism that protects the body from “rust” is key to maintaining kidney health</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927556</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927556</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:37:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004175.000072793.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>About 600 people take notice: Government and private-sector leaders discuss the current state and future of 「部活動地域展開」</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927558</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927558</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:30:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000101475.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>【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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927557</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927557</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:30:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000056369.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>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.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927446</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927446</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:06:50 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000118298.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>“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!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927449</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260812-21/index-en-p2.html#n1927449</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:00:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000147619.html">PR TIMES</source><description></description></item>
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