# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-16 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 58 items from 3 sources; Japan, 6 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Bringing people together through basketball! Petrochemical Division Neighborly Cup tips off in a spirited showdown

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:47:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156932
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741215-en.html
- anchor: #n2021308
- Companies mentioned: 台湾中油公司

CPC Corporation’s Petrochemical Division held the Neighborly Cup basketball tournament, inviting residents, businesses and students from Linyuan to take part and highlighting the close ties between the company and the community.

## N700ST next-generation high-speed train arrives at Kaohsiung Port; Chen Chi-mai says it marks urban transformation and deepens Taiwan-Japan ties

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:45:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156931
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741224-en.html
- anchor: #n2021309
- Companies mentioned: 台湾高速鉄道、台湾港務公司

Next-generation N700ST trains for Taiwan's high-speed rail arrived at Kaohsiung Port from Japan, where an event was held symbolizing urban development and deeper Japan-Taiwan ties.

## Indigenous, pop and Hakka music collide! Longitudinal Valley HAKKA Music Festival opens in Hualien; submissions for songwriting contest accepted starting today

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:43:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156930
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741218-en.html
- anchor: #n2021310

An orchestra gala for the “2026縱谷HAKKA音樂節” was held in Hualien County, featuring 范逸臣 and others. The fusion of multicultural music highlighted cultural coexistence. Entries for the creative competition are open until Sept. 18.

## Paiwan people seal a shared commitment with “paparevetjek”; 《TAKAO豐潮》 showcases the vibrant appeal of Paiwan culture

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:38:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156928
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741221-en.html
- anchor: #n2021311

The Kaohsiung City Indigenous Peoples Commission hosted a Paiwan-focused event under 《TAKAO豐潮》. Community members turned out despite the rain and wind, showcasing cultural heritage and solidarity in the city, with significant social and cultural meaning.

## Confidential presidential expenses entirely cut and frozen, “available spending reduced to 0”; Presidential Office responds: using budgets as political tools crosses constitutional boundaries

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:34:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156926
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741227-en.html
- anchor: #n2021312

The Legislative Yuan froze the entire 30 million yen in the Presidential Office's confidential national affairs fund, leaving zero available funds. The Presidential Office criticized the move as turning the budget into a political tool and called it a constitutional overreach.

## Why did the lawyer accused of defrauding 慈濟 write “DPP 1 million”? Huang Yang-ming reveals her aim: to warn the DPP, “Do you dare prosecute me?”

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:20:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156911
- anchor: #n2021313
- Companies mentioned: 慈濟

Chen Yu-hsuan, former chair of the Changhua Bar Association, is suspected of defrauding 慈濟 of 1 billion in vaccine funds. A note reading “DPP 1 million” sparked political speculation, with media personality Huang Yang-ming seeing it as a warning to the DPP.

## Hails Shen Po-yang’s ability to transform Taipei; Hsiao Bi-khim says the central government should implement policies while local government must not obstruct them

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:16:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156892
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741233-en.html
- anchor: #n2021314

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended a Shen Po-yang support group event and publicly backed his Taipei mayoral bid, stressing the importance of central-local cooperation for smooth municipal governance and praising Shen’s expertise and problem-solving skills.

## Is the semiconductor industry’s pull creating a talent shortage? Lee Hung-yuan reveals 1 crisis the government “doesn’t dare face”: 2 industries severely short of workers

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156893
- anchor: #n2021179
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Growth at 台積電 has allowed the semiconductor industry to monopolize talent, causing severe labor shortages in other industries. Former Interior Minister 李鴻源 criticized the government for its inadequate response.

## Chen Shih-chung mocks Chiang Wan-an for attacking the central government: “Nobody responds even when he talks”; says he should stop. Taipei City Government fires back: “You can’t even handle national affairs”

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:31:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156917
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741117-en.html
- anchor: #n2021180

Political Affairs Commissioner 陳時中 criticized Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安, saying his criticism of the central government over the oil product issue should “go only so far.” Taipei City pushed back, accusing the central government of “covering up” the issue.

## Does a 23,000 drop in nonfarm jobs sound an alarm? Chen Feng-hsin reveals a potential U.S. economic crisis: Treasury debt is more frightening than not raising interest rates

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156882
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741120-en.html
- anchor: #n2021181
- Companies mentioned: 米国労働統計局、連邦準備制度理事会

U.S. nonfarm employment fell by 23,000 in July, dampening market expectations for interest rate hikes. 陳鳳馨 sounded a warning about rising long-term U.S. Treasury yields, saying they matter more than the employment statistics.

## Reveals that the CCP wanted to “occupy the Legislative Yuan” as early as 2024; Ming Chu-cheng laments Taiwan is under attack from within and without: Legislative Yuan arguments mirror the CCP’s

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156793
- anchor: #n2021182

Taiwanese political scientist 明居正 warned that the Chinese Communist Party has been seeking to occupy the Legislative Yuan as a “strategic high ground” since 2024. He said some forces within Taiwan have made statements aligning with the CCP's claims, and that pressure from both inside and outside Taiwan is intensifying.

## Does the CCP’s military interference in elections backfire and make it the “best campaign helper”? Ming Chu-cheng reveals its real aim: what it cares about

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156866
- anchor: #n2021183
- Companies mentioned: 風傳媒

China's military intimidation has backfired in Taiwan's elections, with candidates it does not support winning. 明居正 said the real goal is to send the international community a message of “opposition to Taiwan independence and restraint.”

## Scam gangs turn to elementary and junior high school students, using IG to borrow phone numbers and steal verification codes, exposing security gaps in telecom billing services

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:00:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156916
- anchor: #n2021184
- Companies mentioned: 中華電信

A scam group targeted elementary and junior high school students nationwide, creating fake accounts on Instagram to trick them into handing over phone numbers and verification codes, then misusing them for carrier-billed payments. Action by parents and the government is urgently needed.

## Hakka charm fills Huangpu military dependents’ village: “YOUNG時客” brings Hakka culture to life with indigo dyeing, treasure hunts, music and a market

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156929
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741236-en.html
- anchor: #n2021321

The “黃埔YOUNG時客” cultural arts festival was held at Huangpu New Village in Fengshan, Kaohsiung, offering the public hands-on experiences of Hakka culture through treasure hunts, indigo dyeing, music and a market. Organizers hope to deepen local cultural ties and attract families.

## “雄爭舞鬥” kicks off with a bang! HRC Sniper Force wins the title and a ticket to the BOTY world finals

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156927
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741239-en.html
- anchor: #n2021322

On the opening day of “2026雄爭舞鬥” in Kaohsiung, HRC Sniper Force won the breaking crew competition and secured a place in the BOTY world finals. International judges also took part, advancing the international profile of youth culture.

## Taipei Agricultural Products Marketing Corporation adopts agile management to weather storms and handle 400,000 bags in a single day; Wu Fang-ming wins global top CEO award

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156925
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741242-en.html
- anchor: #n2021323

Taipei Agricultural Products Marketing Corporation adopted agile management and a digital picking system, greatly boosting sorting efficiency. General Manager Wu Fang-ming received a global top agile CEO award, highlighting the importance of smart transformation in the agricultural supply chain.

## Look up to see 15 meteors streak across the night sky! Lala Mountain promotes “stargazing right outside your homestay”; Dark Sky Association combines astronomy with gender equality

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156924
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741251-en.html
- anchor: #n2021324

The Taiwan Dark Sky Association held an event at Lalashan combining astronomy and gender equality, themed around the Perseid meteor shower and the myth of Medusa. It also promoted efforts to address light pollution and create a safe stargazing environment.

## Will the cost of extending high-speed rail to Yilan approach that of the western main line? Lee Hung-yuan points to 1 budget blind spot: Cabinet approved it without an environmental impact assessment

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156902
- anchor: #n2020940

The Executive Yuan approved the 352.1 billion yen high-speed rail extension to Yilan plan, but former Interior Minister 李鴻源 criticized its budget scale and the lack of an environmental assessment. The dispute centers on construction costs approaching those of the western corridor.

## Cathay Life’s Tainan regional office brings the fun to Family Happiness Day; 21 units join in, with more than 600,000 worth of prizes given away

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156923
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741245-en.html
- anchor: #n2021326

Cathay Life’s Tainan regional office held Family Happiness Day, drawing nearly 2,000 participants from 21 units. A range of activities and more than 600,000 in prizes strengthened employees’ sense of belonging and family support.

## Four civil defense support groups back Lai Jui-lung! “Four-way protection” plan to boost civil defense resilience by strengthening equipment, smart technology, rights and youth involvement

- Published: 2026-08-16T19:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156920
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741132-en.html
- anchor: #n2021188

Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung established four civil defense support groups and proposed a “four-way protection” policy to strengthen the civil defense system through equipment, smart technology, rights and youth involvement, boosting the city’s resilience.

## Ko Chih-en takes her “five-strength agriculture” and Yancheng old-town renewal proposals to the grassroots, seeking a new path for Kaohsiung from farm marketing to urban governance

- Published: 2026-08-16T18:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156919
- anchor: #n2021195

KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en proposed “five-strength agriculture” and the renewal of Yancheng’s old town, aiming to connect the agricultural production and sales chain and revitalize the city to open up a new path for Kaohsiung’s development.

## AI can do more than chat—it can help with work! Aiwan AI book club holds a talk in Zhubei; industry, government and academia experts reveal future opportunities and build a collaborative learning hub

- Published: 2026-08-16T17:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156915
- anchor: #n2020958

The Aiwan AI book club held a forum in Zhubei, bringing together experts from industry, government and academia to discuss how AI can assist with work and urban development. The event promoted collaborative learning and practical AI skills.

## Shoppers sing “粉紅超跑” during campaign walk through Wugu Market; Su Chiao-hui proposes a convention center, urban renewal and expanded public childcare

- Published: 2026-08-16T16:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156918
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741138-en.html
- anchor: #n2021206

New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui received an enthusiastic response from the public while campaigning in Wugu and proposed a convention center, urban renewal and childcare policies, stressing the need to boost the city’s competitiveness and create a family-friendly environment.

## Building a supportive workplace and investing in sustainable talent: CTBC wins the HR Asia “Best Companies to Work for in Asia” award for the ninth time

- Published: 2026-08-16T14:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156914
- anchor: #n2020968
- Companies mentioned: HR Asia

CTBC Financial Holding has received the “Best Companies to Work for in Asia” award from HR Asia for nine consecutive years, in recognition of its workplace culture and talent development and its long-term commitment to employee well-being.

## Chang San-cheng visits Taitung Railway Art Village and recalls the Guanghua Express, revealing his family connection: “A family member once served as a section chief on the Hualien-Taitung line”

- Published: 2026-08-16T13:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156922
- anchor: #n2021221

Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng led a delegation to visit Taitung, toured the Railway Art Village and shared his family’s ties to the Hualien-Taitung railway. The visit promoted tourism and agricultural cooperation between the two areas and strengthened intercounty exchanges.

## Controversy erupts after a five-star flag is mistakenly displayed during International Month at the Dayuan Parent-Child Center; Taoyuan City Government apologizes and says “political witch hunts” are unnecessary

- Published: 2026-08-16T13:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156921
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741141-en.html
- anchor: #n2021222
- Companies mentioned: 三之三生命教育基金会

The Dayuan Parent-Child Center in Taoyuan sparked controversy after mistakenly using a five-star flag during an International Month event. The city government apologized and removed the content, while criticizing politicians for exploiting the incident. The episode highlights the challenge of balancing public childcare and political sensitivities.

## U.S.-South Korea Freedom Shield exercise set to begin; U.S. Eighth Army mentions the First Island Chain for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-16T23:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160208.aspx
- anchor: #n2021475
- Companies mentioned: 美國陸軍第8軍團、韓聯社、朝鮮電視台（TV Chosun）、駐韓美軍（USFK）

Facts:
- The 11-day U.S.-South Korea joint military exercise

## 主控游艾喆因傷缺陣 瓊斯盃台灣藍不敵菲律賓

- Published: 2026-08-16T23:31:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160207.aspx
- anchor: #n2021476
- Companies mentioned: 台灣藍、菲律賓、韓國、日本

Facts:
- Lost to 菲律賓, 78-97
- 台灣藍 was still able to keep pace in the first quarter, trailing 23-27
- The 224-centimeter “giant” Marjanović
- 台灣藍’s top scorer was Guo Junyan with 14 points
- Zhou Guiyu and Tan Jielong each contributed 12 points
- 台灣藍 grabbed 38 rebounds
- Trailed 菲律賓, which had 46
- 菲律賓 also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds

## “牛來” becomes a dark horse after a disastrous start, with a chance to rank among China’s top 10 animated films of 2026

- Published: 2026-08-16T23:22:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608160206.aspx
- anchor: #n2021369
- Companies mentioned: 牛来、中華網、香港01、貓眼專業版

Facts:
- “牛來”’s cumulative box office remains stuck at just over 7,000 yuan
- Cumulative box office revenue surpassed 5 million yuan
- “牛來” grossed just 7,711 yuan in its first 10 days
- NT$36,580
- Daily box office revenue rose to 717,000 yuan on the 15th
- The number of screenings surged from fewer than 5 to more than 1,700
- “牛來”’s box office revenue, including advance ticket sales, reached 5.444 million yuan
- Maoyan predicts “牛來” will gross 18.376 million yuan

## Zhejiang student suffers hearing damage after listening to cicadas for 4 hours; doctor says chorus reaches power-drill-level noise

- Published: 2026-08-16T23:06:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608160205.aspx
- anchor: #n2021368

Facts:
- Stayed continuously for 4 hours
- Chorus of cicadas can reach 90 to 95 decibels
- Can exceed the 85-decibel safety threshold
- Sound waves are concentrated in the 3,000 to 8,000 hertz frequency range
- A single cicada chirps at about 70 decibels

## New Taipei’s Midsummer Festival kicks off, with more than 10,000 fireworks lighting up the Tamsui riverbank

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:54:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608160204.aspx
- anchor: #n2021246
- Companies mentioned: 打倒三明治、偏執狂、阿卡西檔案局、腦體馬戲團

Facts:
- About 70,000 people attended events in Bali and Tamsui
- More than 10,000 fireworks
- The fireworks display lasted 10 minutes

## Trump’s midterm election prospects look bleak; poll finds most U.S. voters feel poorer

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:49:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160203.aspx
- anchor: #n2021247
- Companies mentioned: 金融時報、Focaldata、共和党、民主党

Facts:
- More than 53% of registered voters said their financial situation had worsened since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025.
- Nearly 57% of independent voters and nearly 1/4 of voters who identify as Republicans also feel they have become poorer under Trump.
- U.S. inflation remains at 3.4%

## 伊朗國會 passes bill making interviews with media from enemy countries, including the U.S. and Israel, a criminal offense

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:44:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160202.aspx
- anchor: #n2021245
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗國會、東方報、路透社、憲法監護委員會、伊朗外交部、伊朗伊斯蘭革命法院

Facts:
- Punishable by 6 months to 2 years in prison
- Maximum sentence of 30 years in prison

## Car rear-ends another vehicle and flees on National Freeway 1’s Wuyang elevated section; 3 undocumented migrant workers detained and handed over to the Specialized Operations Corps

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:36:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608160201.aspx
- anchor: #n2021243
- Companies mentioned: 國道公路警察局、移民署

Facts:
- The 3 Vietnamese undocumented migrant workers involved in the crash
- The accident occurred at 5:42 p.m. today
- The Zhongli section of the Wuyang elevated road, southbound at kilometer 64.2

## 讀賣巨人 holds retirement ceremony; Yang Dai-kang thanks fans, saying he feels “very happy”

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:26:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160200.aspx
- anchor: #n2021242
- Companies mentioned: 讀賣巨人、Oisix新潟天鵝之皇、北海道日本火腿鬥士

Facts:
- 39-year-old veteran Yang Dai-kang, who played in Japan
- I spent 5 years with the Giants
- Yang Dai-kang’s career in Japan’s professional league began when 北海道日本火腿鬥士 selected him in the 2005 draft
- Joined the Giants as a free agent in 2017
- Moved to the U.S. independent leagues in 2022
- Returned to Japan in 2024, joining the Japanese professional league’s minor-league team Oisix新潟天鵝之皇

## NBA superstar LeBron James launches YouTube channel to document his golf journey

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:18:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160199.aspx
- anchor: #n2021240
- Companies mentioned: NBA、YouTube、CBS、克里夫蘭騎士、洛杉磯湖人、費城76人

Facts:
- The 2016 NBA champion Cavaliers
- 41-year-old James
- Embarks on his 24th season
- His 5th NBA championship

## Chinese military to conduct exercises in the Bohai and Yellow seas; shipping barred for two consecutive weeks starting on the 16th

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:11:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608160198.aspx
- anchor: #n2021239
- Companies mentioned: 大连海事局、中国

## China’s National Development and Reform Commission: Strictly enforce “battery-included scrapping” rules for new energy vehicles

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:55:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608160197.aspx
- anchor: #n2021118
- Companies mentioned: 中國國家發展改革委員會、央視新聞、界面新聞、新京報、中國工信部、國家發改委、生態環境部、北京社科院

Facts:
- Establish a comprehensive, closed-loop system for recycling and reusing solid waste from new energy vehicles, lithium batteries and solar cells by 2030
- 此前約有7成退役電池經由非正規管道流失

## Man suspected of drug-impaired driving runs red light, damages 4 vehicles and injures 3 in Kaohsiung; police arrest him and refer him for prosecution

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:45:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608160196.aspx
- anchor: #n2021117
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府警察局左營分局、橋頭地檢署、交通警察大隊

Facts:
- Damaged 4 vehicles
- 3 people injured
- One packet of ketamine, with a gross weight of 5.19 grams
- Maximum fine of NT$125,400

## Li Yang gives Qiu Shaohua a pocket notebook of inspirational sayings; Qiu is pleased with silver at national badminton rankings tournament

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:43:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160195.aspx
- anchor: #n2021116
- Companies mentioned: 土銀、國體大、中央社

Facts:
- The 2nd national badminton rankings tournament

## Gao Guohao pours in 20 points as 台灣白 narrowly beats 約旦 in the Jones Cup

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:38:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160194.aspx
- anchor: #n2021115
- Companies mentioned: 台灣白、約旦、NBA

Facts:
- Gao Guohao scored 20 points
- They edged 約旦 66-64 at the final buzzer
- They also won the rebounding battle, 45-43

## 韋禮安 joins 八三夭 onstage at concert, calls himself a “三星蔥” and sings “Girl”

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:31:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608160193.aspx
- anchor: #n2021113
- Companies mentioned: 八三夭、韋禮安、蕭煌奇

Facts:
- They are both 3 characters long

## Sanae Takaichi visits 11 countries in 10 months as prime minister, prioritizing strengthening alliances against Chinese pressure

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:29:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160192.aspx
- anchor: #n2021114
- Companies mentioned: 日經亞洲、東南亞國家協會、20國集團、POWERR Asia

Facts:
- Since taking office last October, Sanae Takaichi has visited 11 countries
- Japan will provide US$10 billion in support

## 高橋文哉互動歌迷「太棒了」喊成「太胖了」 直呼懊惱

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:26:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608160191.aspx
- anchor: #n2021050
- Companies mentioned: 高橋文哉、中央社

Facts:
- Ate more than 10 xiaolongbao

## Li Sichuan and Su Chiao-hui trade barbs; Hou You-yi urges voters to choose someone who gets things done

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:23:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608160190.aspx
- anchor: #n2021005
- Companies mentioned: 嘉威聯合會計師事務所、輝達

Facts:
- Nearly 100 days remain in the election campaign

## Entire budget for the Presidential Office’s confidential expenses cut or frozen; Presidential Office says budget authority is being used as a political tool

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:21:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160189.aspx
- anchor: #n2021006
- Companies mentioned: 總統府、立法院、中央社

Facts:
- The current annual allocation of NT$30 million
- Cut NT$10 million from the NT$30 million budget for confidential expenses
- Freeze NT$20 million

## 烏克蘭國防部: Russian forces suffered nearly 43,000 casualties in July, the highest in more than 1 year

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:16:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160188.aspx
- anchor: #n2021004
- Companies mentioned: 紐約郵報、烏克蘭國防部

Facts:
- Russia had 42,860 troops killed or wounded on the battlefield in July
- The total number of Russian military casualties is reportedly nearing 1.5 million
- About 30,000 to 50,000 North Korean troops are preparing to deploy to Russia
- Ukrainian forces recently liberated about 300 square miles of territory on the southern front
- Recaptured 26 frontline settlements

## Taiwan Pavilion at Gwangju Biennale renamed; representative office and organizers in talks

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:56:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160187.aspx
- anchor: #n2020939
- Companies mentioned: 國立台灣美術館、光州市政府

Facts:
- The biennale, set to open in September
- 10 Taiwanese artists and curators invited to the Gwangju Biennale

## 蔡英文 congratulates 張紘綸 on finishing second at the World Yo-Yo Contest, setting a new 台灣 record

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:54:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160186.aspx
- anchor: #n2020876
- Companies mentioned: 蔡英文、張紘綸、台灣、日本

Facts:
- 2026 World Yo-Yo Contest

## Wang Yicheng and Chang Yu-cheng homer as the Guardians beat the Lions to hold on to 2nd in winning percentage for the season

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:52:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160185.aspx
- anchor: #n2020877
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將、統一7-ELEVEn獅、台鋼雄鷹

Facts:
- Beat the Lions 8-2 at the final whistle
- Built a 2.5-game lead over the Lions in winning percentage for the season
- Also his 14th home run of the season

## Shen Boyang says Chiang Wan-an is too fond of spreading rumors; Taipei City Hall: We return the exact words

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:49:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608160184.aspx
- anchor: #n2020878
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、大陸委員會、陸委會、台北市政府、台北市長、民進黨、衛福部

Facts:
- More than 2/3 of key information redacted
- Average afternoon peak travel times on 7 major roads in Neihu fell 6.07%
- Gangqian Road saw an even larger drop of 11.45%
- 117 companies respond to green transportation initiatives

## Dragged down by the “AI stock guru” blowup! Jane Street reportedly loses $15 billion in July

- Published: 2026-08-16T23:00:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578276
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741212-en.html
- anchor: #n2021248
- Companies mentioned: Jane Street、Situational Awareness、Citadel、Pimco、Capital Group、Fidelity、摩根大通、高盛、アメリカン・エキスプレス・バンク、OpenAI

U.S. proprietary trading giant Jane Street reported a loss of about $15 billion in July after the collapse of the AI-related Situational Awareness fund and a sharp drop in AI stocks. It was the company's first monthly loss in about 10 years, drawing attention to its risk management.

## Ivy League school makes a huge space bet! Harvard reveals $2.2 billion SpaceX stake

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:51:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578408
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741203-en.html
- anchor: #n2021249
- Companies mentioned: Harvard Management Company、SpaceX、California University Investment Department、University of North Carolina、Washington University in St. Louis

Harvard University holds shares worth $2.2 billion in SpaceX after investing early in the company. This is the university's largest single stock holding and has attracted attention as a successful investment in a high-growth venture.

## This week’s trading watch: Fed meeting minutes, preliminary PMI readings from various countries, and Japan’s GDP and inflation data

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6577872
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741209-en.html
- anchor: #n2021250
- Companies mentioned: Capital.com、Investec、高盛、滙豐銀行、巴克萊銀行

This week will bring the release of the U.S. Fed meeting minutes, PMIs from various countries, Japan's GDP and inflation data, and Chinese economic data. It is an important week for markets to assess monetary policy and economic trends.

## Global orders for secondhand books surge; mysterious bulk buyer may be an AI company

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:35:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578409
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741206-en.html
- anchor: #n2021251

Mysterious waves of bulk orders, reportedly involving AI companies, have been arriving at used bookstores in the UK, the U.S. and elsewhere. The orders cover an eclectic range of topics, but may be aimed at collecting data for AI training.

## OpenAI IPO delayed! Internal chaos: repeated restructuring and a string of senior departures

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578326
- anchor: #n2021119
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic

OpenAI's IPO has been postponed until next year, amid reports of a series of senior executive departures and the disbanding of its safety team. Frequent reorganizations have dampened internal morale, and the company also risks being overtaken by competitors. The situation has implications for the balance between governance and growth across the AI industry.

## Anthropic Claude AI-generated watermarking technology details revealed! How do you add it? Can it be removed?

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:10:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578277
- anchor: #n2021120
- Companies mentioned: Google、OpenAI、Google DeepMind

Anthropic published details of its text watermarking technology for Claude. It embeds signals naturally in AI-generated text, making it possible to verify the AI's involvement. However, the signals can be easily removed by rewriting the text.

## Anthropic reportedly eyeing an IPO as soon as October! Valuation could reach $2 trillion, potentially surpassing SpaceX

- Published: 2026-08-16T20:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578329
- anchor: #n2020879
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SpaceX、Google、Amazon、NVIDIA、Salesforce、Sequoia Capital、JPMorgan Chase

AI startup Anthropic could go public in October 2026 at a valuation of $2 trillion, surpassing SpaceX. Rapid revenue growth in the enterprise market and multiple massive funding rounds have driven its valuation higher, making it the most valuable unicorn in the AI sector.

## Nagoya puppet theater troupe ゆめみトランク plans to produce an interactive crime-prevention puppet show that teaches children to “notice, refuse, and escape”

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:31:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000177942.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3741157-en.html
- anchor: #n2021244
- Companies mentioned: パペットシアターゆめみトランク、公益社団法人 愛知県防犯協会連合会、SOMPO、損保ジャパン

Facts:
- Information on “approaches, stalking, and other behavior targeting children under 16”
- A total of 685 performances nationwide
- About 96,000 people took part
- Target amount is 500,000 yen
- Around 10 locations in Nagoya

## [10th Edition] New Encounters, New Me! “Women-Only Business Networking Event” to Be Held in Fuse, Higashiosaka, on Tuesday, Oct. 6

- Published: 2026-08-16T22:27:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000186806.html
- anchor: #n2021241
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オールギブ

Facts:
- Women：500 yen
- Men：2,000 yen

## ほしゆみ to publish first book, “答えを、星にゆだねない。” in late September；advance reservations for the first edition now open

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000177942.html
- anchor: #n2021000
- Companies mentioned: ほしゆみ、和音書房、株式会社ヒーリングソリューションズ

Facts:
- Approximately 110,000 characters
- 16 illustrations
- Price：1,980 yen, including tax
- Standard shipping：370 yen
- Limited to the first 100 copies
- Capacity：first 25 applicants

## BE:FIRST to release new album “BE:4U” on Tuesday, Nov. 3, marking the 5th anniversary of their debut；the album will feature 13 tracks, including new songs, and “MTV Unplugged: BE:FIRST” will also be released on video and audio

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000118793.html
- anchor: #n2021003
- Companies mentioned: BE:FIRST、BMSG、サントリー、ファミリーマート、MTV、RYUJI 竜二

Facts:
- 13 tracks in total
- Nov. 3, 2026
- 100,000 people

## STPR’s new group “とぅるりぷ” announces 4th solo concert, “Masquerade Kiss”! Following their first Tokyo-Nagoya-Osaka tour, the group will show further growth at their 4th solo concert!

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000796.000059399.html
- anchor: #n2021002
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STPR、とぅるりぷ - True＆Lip、STPR BOYS PROJECT、すとぷり

Facts:
- A 2-day event on Oct. 11 (Sun.) and 12 (Mon., public holiday), 2026
- 2026年8月16日(日)21:00より
- Until 23:59 on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026
- ●Standing：5,500 yen (tax included)
- ●VIP standing：11,000 yen (tax included)
- メンバーは「そあら」「パルオ」「ものくろ」「つきしろやしろ。」「はりま」「まひろまる。」の6名で構成され

## Exclusive broadcast of the Tokyo Dome show from “SEKAI NO OWARI DOME TOUR 2026「THE CINEMA」” on CS日テレプラス at 21:30 on Saturday, 10/31!

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001271.000009198.html
- anchor: #n2021001
- Companies mentioned: SEKAI NO OWARI、株式会社ＣＳ日本、CS日テレプラス、スカパー！、J:COM、ひかりＴＶ、auひかり

Facts:
- SEKAI NO OWARI DOME TOUR 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- 21:30
- 2026年８月16日（日）