# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-17 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 6 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 473 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 140 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Is Taiwan wasting money on U.S.-made Switchblade drones? Retired general reveals 2 major combat shortcomings: officials were dazzled.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:19:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157016
- anchor: #n2033618
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、立法院

台湾政府の6年442億円無人機計画に対し、退役中将が美製「弾簧刀」無人機の実戦効果を批判。国防予算は実際の作戦需要に応えるべきと警告した。

## Joeman accused of secretly taking an actress to an omakase meal! Hsiao Yi reveals “2 major clues,” and netizens all think they know who it is.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:12:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156997
- anchor: #n2033619

Popular Taiwanese YouTuber Joeman has become a topic of discussion online after his former girlfriend, 蕭伊, accused him of attending a private dinner with an AV actress while they were dating. 蕭伊 hinted that the person was “a Taiwanese person whose name starts with T,” prompting speculation about Tiny.

## Should polystyrene foam go in regular trash or recycling? The Environment Ministry reveals the correct way to dispose of it—and how to avoid losing NT$6,000 over sorting it incorrectly.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:11:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157011
- anchor: #n2033620

The Ministry of Environment has announced how to sort polystyrene foam correctly: clean items go in recycling, while dirty items go in general waste. Misclassification can incur a fine of up to 6,000 yen.

## Chiayi high school students get hands-on! AI-controlled drones and robots: ten teams from different schools take on tourism and search-and-rescue challenges.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:09:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157009
- anchor: #n2033621
- Companies mentioned: 亞洲無人機AI創新應用研發中心、嘉義文化科技創新基地、國立虎尾科技大學

High school students in Chiayi presented innovative tourism and search-and-rescue solutions at an AI unmanned-vehicle summer camp, demonstrating cross-disciplinary practical skills and reflecting the growing integration of technology into local education.

## Don’t ignore yellow, thickened nails! Dermatologist warns that fungal nail infections can worsen more easily in people with chronic illnesses and, in severe cases, develop into cellulitis.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:09:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11151876
- anchor: #n2033622

People with diabetes are at higher risk of fungal nail infections, which can progress to cellulitis if left untreated. A dermatologist stressed the importance of early treatment and proper care.

## BIGBANG concert tickets at Taipei Dome go on sale today! Prices start at NT$2,980, with sales in “5 phases”—here’s what to know about real-name registration and ticketing times.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:07:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157007
- anchor: #n2033623
- Companies mentioned: Ticket Plus、中国信託、Trip.com、Klook

K-pop group BIGBANG will perform for 2 days at Taipei Dome in October 2026. Tickets will be sold in 5 stages under a real-name system, starting at 2,980 yuan. Sales will begin with V.I.P members.

## Alibaba’s Qwen beats Google and Meta! AI model downloads surpass 3 billion worldwide, taking the top spot. Airbnb CEO: It’s fast and cheap.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:04:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157006
- anchor: #n2033624
- Companies mentioned: Google、Meta、Airbnb、OpenAI、Anthropic、DeepSeek、月之暗面、iKala

Alibaba’s “通義千問” has been downloaded more than 3 billion times in the past 6 months, surpassing Google and Meta to become the world’s most downloaded. It has established itself as a foundation for the developer ecosystem.

## 中國電動車神話的陰暗面：當7成退役電池淪入黑市，北京祭出新能源車「帶電報廢」令

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156979
- anchor: #n2033625

China has introduced a “retirement with battery charge” system for new energy vehicles, strengthening oversight of retired batteries, 70% of which had been diverted to unofficial channels. The move is important for environmental protection and resource recycling.

## 新冠疫情升溫！公費疫苗「滿6個月以上免費打」，疾管署曝最後接種日

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156782
- anchor: #n2033310

台湾の新型コロナ感染が再拡大し、単週2.4万人超が受診。公費ワクチン接種は9月9日までに変更され、高リスク者への早期接種が喚起されている。

## Not Japan or the U.S.! This is Taiwanese people’s favorite study-abroad destination: one-on-one lessons lead to rapid progress, and at just 45,000 a month, it offers great value.

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156996
- anchor: #n2033309
- Companies mentioned: ネット温度計DailyView、KEYPO 大數據關鍵引擎

台湾のネット声量調査で、フィリピンが英米日を抜いて留学先人気No.1に。月4.5万円の低価格と1対1授業が支持された。

## Wu Jinyan and Yang Zi aren’t even No. 1! The champion among TOP10 Chinese drama heroines who rise from adversity is her: falling from a wealthy family to rock bottom, then making it on her own—so satisfying.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:56:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156950
- anchor: #n2033311

An analysis of TOP10 characters in Chinese mainland dramas about young women who overcome adversity selects the most representative heroines from works starring Wu Jinyan, Yang Zi and others, examining how they rise from hardship and the different paths they take to turn their lives around.

## The “One China principle” is engraved on a bronze pillar: China erects a monument at the Mena House Hotel in Egypt to commemorate the Cairo Declaration, saying Taiwan’s return to China was a victory of World War II.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:56:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157001
- anchor: #n2033312
- Companies mentioned: 中国驻埃及大使馆、台湾外交部

China has erected a monument to the Cairo Declaration at the Mena House Hotel in Egypt, emphasizing that Taiwan’s return to China was a victory of World War II and drawing international attention.

## “Is the DPP preparing to flee?” Online rumors claim it secretly moved 90,000 National Palace Museum treasures to the U.S. and Japan. A former director reveals 3 major obstacles: it couldn’t be kept secret.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:51:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156994
- anchor: #n2033313
- Companies mentioned: 国立故宮博物院、台湾事實查核中心、台視

A false claim that the Democratic Progressive Party plans to transfer 90,000 National Palace Museum treasures to the United States and Japan has spread online. Taiwan’s fact-checking organizations and experts have called it baseless, citing significant legal and practical obstacles.

## Shimen Reservoir was expected to run out of useful life by 2041! Why has it “suddenly gained ten years”? Experts reveal the key to extending its life: Taoyuan residents can finally stop worrying.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:44:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156998
- anchor: #n2033314

Since the A-Mu-Ping sediment bypass tunnel at Shimen Reservoir came into operation, reservoir capacity has not declined for ten years, extending its lifespan. The project, which cost nearly 5 billion yuan, has effectively addressed long-standing sediment buildup and improved water supply stability.

## 全台灣約300萬人感染「1細菌」！胃癌風險高6倍，7、8成人完全沒症狀

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156437
- anchor: #n2033315
- Companies mentioned: 台大醫院、國民健康署、中國醫藥大學附設醫院

台大医院与国健署研究指出，全台约300万人感染幽门螺旋杆菌，胃癌风险高6倍，7至8成感染者无症状。45至74岁者自2026年起可免费筛检一次。

## Is ESG only half-done? More than half of listed companies disclose air pollution management policies, but only 7% set reduction targets.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:39:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156995
- anchor: #n2033316
- Companies mentioned: Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

An analysis by Taiwan Index Plus found that more than half of listed companies disclose air pollution management policies, but only 7% set quantified reduction targets. This shows that corporate air pollution management remains at an early stage and that target-setting and tracking mechanisms need to be strengthened.

## Who is Joeman’s ex-girlfriend, Hsiao Yi? The 30-year-old influencer has 250,000 followers and spent 2 million in just 2 months; both of her 2 ex-boyfriends have had trouble.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:36:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156989
- anchor: #n2033317

The breakup controversy involving popular Taiwanese YouTuber Joeman and influencer 蕭伊 has escalated. 蕭伊 accused him of dishonest behavior during their relationship, and her background and assets have also drawn attention.

## Life-saving supplies no longer have to wait for a vehicle in remote areas! AI drones deliver blood bags and AEDs up the mountain as 銘旺科技 reveals its autonomous flight-control technology.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:35:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156980
- anchor: #n2033318
- Companies mentioned: 銘旺科技、工研院、台東馬偕医院

銘旺科技 has developed a medical logistics system using AI drones to deliver life-saving supplies to remote areas. The system was unveiled at the Eastern Taiwan Cancer Forum, drawing attention as a technology aimed at addressing challenges in medical care.

## “Plumber Takeshi Kaneshiro” Lu Zhonglin’s death shocks fans! Influencer Xiao T breaks down in tears while paying respects at the funeral hall: “You’ve worked hard all your life.”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:33:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156654
- anchor: #n2033319

呂忠霖, known in Taiwan as the “plumber 金城武,” has died by suicide, prompting a major online response. Influencer 小T tearfully paid tribute at his funeral hall, renewing attention to the importance of mental health.

## The death of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor: How did an exceptional appointment driven by “progressivism” become a tragedy of academic integrity and the myth of equality?

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156977
- anchor: #n2033320
- Companies mentioned: ケンブリッジ大学

The youngest Black professor at ケンブリッジ大学 died by suicide. Behind the tragedy, amid progressive hiring policies, lay academic integrity issues and the collapse of the myth of advancing equality.

## Major changes to the Farmers’ Pension! Is it set to rise to 10,000 a month? A look at the legislative process, eligibility requirements and payment dates.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156971
- anchor: #n2033321

The Executive Yuan has submitted a proposed amendment to raise the monthly payment under the old farmers’ allowance from 8,110 yuan to 10,000 yuan. Passage by the Legislative Yuan remains uncertain, and retroactive application from July 1 is under consideration.

## Life-saving supplies can now “fall from the sky”! AI drones deliver blood bags and AEDs to remote areas as 銘旺科技 targets the smart healthcare market.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:29:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/5542474
- anchor: #n2033322
- Companies mentioned: 工研院

銘旺科技 has unveiled a system for transporting medical supplies using AI drones. It aims to open a new front in smart healthcare by delivering blood bags and AEDs to remote areas and outlying islands.

## Today is the “last day to buy”! 20 Taiwan ETFs will go ex-dividend. Which ones have annualized distribution yields above 10%?

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:26:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156988
- anchor: #n2033323
- Companies mentioned: 群益投信、野村投信、国泰投信、中信投信

On Aug. 18, 20 Taiwan stock ETFs will go ex-dividend at the same time. Of those, 10 have annualized dividend yields above 10%, attracting investor attention. The last day to buy is Aug. 17.

## Older residents are getting a payout! In 2026, senior card benefits are getting a major upgrade across Taiwan, with a monthly allowance of up to 1,500 until death. Eligible residents only need to tap their card to receive it.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:25:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156987
- anchor: #n2033324

In 2026, all 22 counties and cities across Taiwan will significantly expand benefits under their senior and disability care cards, awarding up to 1,500 points per month. The points can be used not only for transportation but also for medical care and everyday support.

## Hottest sectors this morning: AI cooling and optics surge! 川湖 and 健策 hit limit-up, as 10 strong morning stocks are revealed.

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:22:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156970
- anchor: #n2033325
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海、聯發科、廣達、力山、中華化、所羅門、全新、大立光、玉晶光、建國、天瀚、技嘉、揚博、凌巨

AI cooling and optical stocks surged in early trading on Taiwan’s stock market, with 川湖 and 健策 hitting limit-up. The broader market rose 0.26% and remained firm.

## Japan travel is about to get more expensive again! Autumn-winter tour prices rise by up to 1 tenth, with prices in this country surging 18%, while they drop sharply in 2 places

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156779
- anchor: #n2033326
- Companies mentioned: 旅行業品質保障協会、日本政府観光局（JNTO）

Group tour prices for overseas travel in fall and winter 2026 are rising for Japan and Australia, but falling for South Korea, the United States and Canada. 旅行業品質保障協会 has announced reasonable reference prices, which will affect consumers’ travel planning.

## Champions Across Industries｜Chen Yu-chi: I spoke with the labor minister about mothers’ circumstances and brought respite services into the hospitality industry

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:18:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11152553
- anchor: #n2033327
- Companies mentioned: 洲際酒店、風傳媒、渣打銀行

The social enterprise Human Mother Co., founded by Chen Yu-chi, has brought childcare and respite services into the hospitality industry and partnered with 洲際酒店. It is also pushing for reforms to parental leave policies to promote family-friendly workplaces.

## Wealthy people aren’t driving BMWs or Mercedes-Benzes! This is Taiwan’s best-selling luxury SUV; owners praise its spacious, fuel-efficient and comfortable cabin, durability, resale value and quality

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156738
- anchor: #n2033328
- Companies mentioned: Tesla、Lexus、Mercedes-Benz、BMW、Volvo

In July’s luxury imported SUV market, Tesla registrations plunged, while Lexus swept the top 3 spots with the NX, UX and RX. Quietness and warranty coverage were highly rated, helping Lexus take the lead in the market.

## Chen Hsing-yu blasts ex-husband for “even getting the divorce date wrong”; Zhao Chien-ming’s friend posts ID card in rebuttal: “Everyone fell for the princess’s lies”

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:00:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156974
- anchor: #n2033330

The divorce dispute between Chen Hsing-yu, daughter of former President Chen Shui-bian, and her ex-husband Zhao Chien-ming has escalated, with friends on both sides revealing details. The date the ID card was reissued has become a point of contention, prompting public skepticism.

## China, short of cash, targets offshore trusts for tax collection; tycoon Pan Shiyi faces billions in back taxes

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:45:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608170111.aspx
- anchor: #n2034222
- Companies mentioned: SOHO中國、CNBC、南華早報

Facts:
- A 20% tax rate
- At least RMB 2 billion
- Could reach as high as RMB 7 billion
- About HK$30 billion
- More than HK$10 billion
- A 90-day grace period for filing amended returns
- A late fee of 5 ten-thousandths per day

## Human rights museum tells stories in native languages, helping children understand freedom, learn and show respect

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:45:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608170110.aspx
- anchor: #n2034223
- Companies mentioned: 國家人權博物館、阿媽講古予你聽、兒童文化研究社、夾腳拖劇團

Facts:
- “Morning session: adorable kids,” suitable for preschoolers aged 3 to 6
- “Afternoon session: big kids,” suitable for school-age children aged 7 and above
- The events will take place in succession on Sept. 20, Oct. 4 and Nov. 1

## 台積電 rises NT$5 as Taiwan stocks swing 424 points, closing up a modest 46 points at 45857 points

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:44:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170109.aspx
- anchor: #n2034224
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、鴻海、國巨、大立光、玉晶光

Taiwan stocks edged higher after a volatile session, with 台積電 contributing points and shipping shares leading gains.

Facts:
- 台積電 closes at NT$2400, up NT$5
- Taiwan stocks swung 424.23 points today
- Closed at 45857.27 points
- Up 46.26 points
- 成交值新台幣9420.25億元
- Market capitalization climbed to NT$62.23 trillion
- Contributed about 39 points to the broader market
- The overall electronics index rose 0.25%
- The shipping index jumped 4%

## 61 people suffer gastrointestinal discomfort after beach cleanup in Fuxing, Changhua; township office apologizes and reviews incident

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:39:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170108.aspx
- anchor: #n2034200
- Companies mentioned: 彰化縣福興鄉公所、中央社

Facts:
- 61 people reported symptoms
- About 400 people took part
- Meal boxes of oyster noodles were provided by 3 organizations

## South Korea-US Freedom Shield exercise begins, assessing wartime command transfer

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:38:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170107.aspx
- anchor: #n2034201
- Companies mentioned: 韓聯社、駐韓美軍第8集團軍、APS-4、唐納

Facts:
- The scale of South Korean forces taking part is similar to previous years, at about 1.8万 people
- The exercise is scheduled to include 14 field mobility drills at battalion level or above
- That is down from 17 last year
- The exercise will continue through the 27th

## Mandarin Airlines and Uni Air separately apply to suspend flights to Hualien; 民航局 review underway

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:37:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170106.aspx
- anchor: #n2034202
- Companies mentioned: 華信航空、立榮航空、民航局

Facts:
- 立榮航空’s Taipei-Hualien route has a passenger load factor of 24.2%
- 華信航空’s Taichung-Hualien route had a passenger load factor of 57.5% from January to June
- The Kaohsiung-Hualien route had a passenger load factor of 42.% from January to June

## Fallen utility pole sparks stampede at temple in India’s 比哈邦, killing 6

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:31:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170105.aspx
- anchor: #n2034199
- Companies mentioned: 比哈邦、拉基薩萊縣、阿修克達姆寺、路透社、印度國際亞洲新聞社、ANI

Facts:
- At least 6 people were killed
- At least 5 people were injured
- An accident that claimed 30 lives

## Tainan railway undergrounding project underway for more than 6 years; Tainan Station unveiling scheduled for early September

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:26:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170104.aspx
- anchor: #n2034197
- Companies mentioned: 交通部鐵道局、台鐵公司

Facts:
- Under construction for more than 6 years
- Scheduled to be unveiled in early September
- About 8.23 kilometers long
- Adds 2 commuter stations, Linsen and South Tainan
- A 9-year protest movement

## Crowds flock to 高雄親子遊樂園區; city government launches volunteer recruitment drive

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:25:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170103.aspx
- anchor: #n2034198
- Companies mentioned: 高雄親子遊樂園區、台鐵、工務局公園處

Facts:
- Volunteers who serve continuously for 4 hours will receive a NT$100 meal allowance
- Applicants must be aged 18 to 75

## 2 children in Taoyuan ignore traffic signals and dash into road, nearly hit by car; police to visit parents and issue citations under the law

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:23:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170102.aspx
- anchor: #n2034180
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市警局、桃園分局、景福派出所

Facts:
- 2 boys in Taoyuan City
- A fine of NT$500 may be imposed

## China urges companies to pay social insurance contributions in full amid pension crisis, sharply raising business costs

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:15:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608170101.aspx
- anchor: #n2034177
- Companies mentioned: 第一財經

Facts:
- More than 5000 employees
- 10 million yuan
- 47 million yuan
- 40% to 50%
- 5%
- 80%
- 90%
- 65%
- 100%

## “雄爭舞鬥” street dance competition wraps up; events draw more than 30,000 visits

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:14:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170100.aspx
- anchor: #n2034178
- Companies mentioned: TPM、POP XCTION、KIWI、Battle of the Year（BOTY）

Facts:
- The series of events attracted more than 30,000 visits in total
- Competition format upgraded across the board, with total prize money reaching NT$820,000
- In the adult division, the Philippines’ TPM stood out with precise footwork and powerful choreography, taking the title and NT$180,000 in prize money
- In the student division, Kaohsiung home team POP XCTION showed outstanding teamwork and explosive energy, keeping the title and NT$80,000 prize in Kaohsiung
- KIWI from Tainan fought through the competition to take the title and win NT$30,000 in prize money
- Nearly 3500 young dancers have entered the competition over the years

## Chiang Wan-an declines to campaign for individual 民眾黨 councilors; Lu Hsiu-yen says city circumstances differ

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:14:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170099.aspx
- anchor: #n2034179
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、國民黨

Facts:
- Just over 2 months remain until the election

## 內政部: Central government will continue to fund rent subsidies in 116年; Taichung has the most recipients

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:07:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608170098.aspx
- anchor: #n2034075
- Companies mentioned: 內政部、行政院、台中市、新北市、桃園市

Facts:
- The number of households receiving rent subsidies nationwide reached 93萬7336戶
- 台中市 had the most, with 21萬245戶
- A total of 12萬6656戶 of social housing have been provided through various means
- A total of 11萬6390戶 of social housing units are under lease management
- The nationwide median rent was NT$8600
- Up 1.2% from the previous period, as of the end of September 114年
- Rent subsidies covered a median of 41.1% of rent overall
- The median rent subsidy rate for economically or socially disadvantaged households was even higher, at 54.9%
- Satisfaction with the 113年 rent subsidy policy also exceeded 7成

## Rakuten partners with Germany’s Helsing to bring in attack drones and develop domestic production in Japan

- Published: 2026-08-17T14:06:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170097.aspx
- anchor: #n2034076
- Companies mentioned: 樂天集團、Helsing、高盛、樂天行動、KDDI、川崎重工、空中巴士、空中巴士國防航太、TEKEVER、丸紅

Facts:
- Helsing is currently valued at US$18 billion

## Kaohsiung Coffee Festival kicks off 8/22, bringing together 150 specialty brands

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:59:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170096.aspx
- anchor: #n2034013
- Companies mentioned: 藤枝馬里山咖啡、樁萱巫師咖啡莊園、二集團雅鳳咖啡愛玉、伊嵐烏麗南橫玉穗精品咖啡、林老師卡好咖啡、一山沐咖啡×咖啡殼

Facts:
- More than 150 specialty brands from Kaohsiung
- Bringing together 70 specialty brands
- More than 10 Indigenous community businesses

## Alarmingly low pancreatic cancer marker; NHRI reveals survival time is just 13.5 months

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:56:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170095.aspx
- anchor: #n2034014
- Companies mentioned: 国家卫生研究院、成大医院、高医、美国癌症研究协会

Facts:
- Median overall survival was just 13.5 months
- 5-year survival rate: 13.7%
- A level below 37U/mL is considered normal
- CA19-9 level below 7U/mL
- Median overall survival was 23.2 months for those with CA19-9 levels between 7 and 37U/mL
- 22 months for those with levels between 37 and 200U/mL
- CA19-9 levels above 200U/mL are known to indicate a poorer prognosis for pancreatic cancer patients
- Median overall survival: 12.8 months
- The model was about 88% accurate

## Taiwan wins top prize at Silicon Valley invention fair; 10-year-old wins best invention award

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:56:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202608170093.aspx
- anchor: #n2033942
- Companies mentioned: AI驅動過敏原檢測系統、國際發明聯盟協會、世界智慧財產權組織、敏偵探GO、律動戰車、滾珠學習平台、百朝綠能科技、新式人工電子鼻、史丹佛大學、Stanford University

Facts:
- 10-year-old student Hsu Ting-wei

## New Taipei proposes labor housing law amendment, but central government has concerns; Hou Yu-ih: Talks will continue

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:52:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170094.aspx
- anchor: #n2033941
- Companies mentioned: 新北市府、國民黨

## Chuang Ching-cheng proposes smart traffic signal control as campaign platform, hoping to ease traffic flow and congestion

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:44:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608170092.aspx
- anchor: #n2033940
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、交大生醫所、YouBike

Facts:
- For every 5 years of service
- An allowance of NT$50,000
- Raise the childbirth subsidy to NT$50,000 for the first child

## 12 banks oversubscribe Siliconware Precision Industries' 5-year NT$50 billion sustainability-linked syndicated loan

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:38:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170091.aspx
- anchor: #n2033938
- Companies mentioned: 矽品精密工業股份有限公司、日月光投資控股股份有限公司、中信銀行、兆豐銀、合庫銀、華銀、元大銀、台企銀、土銀、上海商銀、中國建設銀行、北富銀、彰銀、遠銀

Facts:
- NT$50 billion
- NT$40 billion
- 12 banks

## Taipei City tests food offerings for the Zhongyuan Festival; 1 batch of fa gao violates coloring agent rules and is referred for prosecution

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:38:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170090.aspx
- anchor: #n2033939
- Companies mentioned: 御華興、NVIDIA

Facts:
- 30 commercially sold food offerings for the Zhongyuan Festival were tested
- 1 batch of fa gao contained Rhodamine B, which must not be detected
- Noncompliance rate: 3.3%
- A total of 15 commercially sold cosmetics labeled “for infants or children” were tested, including body wash, toothpaste, petroleum jelly, multipurpose cream, body oil, wet towels and wet wipes

## Wu Cheng-wen leads delegation to Pittsburgh, US, to deepen cooperation in AI and robotics technology

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:32:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170089.aspx
- anchor: #n2033921
- Companies mentioned: 卡內基美隆大學、Facebook

Facts:
- Taiwan has globally leading semiconductor manufacturing and a highly agile, advanced ICT manufacturing supply chain

## AI boosts exports; excess savings next year are forecast to top NT$11 trillion, with investment also set to hit a record

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:32:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170088.aspx
- anchor: #n2033922
- Companies mentioned: 主計總處

Facts:
- Full-year economic growth in 2026 was sharply revised upward to 11.05%
- Excess savings in 2027 are forecast to top NT$11 trillion
- The excess savings rate also reached 29.49%
- Gross domestic investment rose to NT$9.2 trillion
- 主計總處5月預測今年超額儲蓄為9兆元
- The latest economic forecast in August revised excess savings down to NT$8.4 trillion
- Economic growth in 2027 is still expected to reach 6.04%

## 川普 cuts the scale of US-South Korea military drills, apparently seeking to improve relations with 北韓

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:27:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170087.aspx
- anchor: #n2033923
- Companies mentioned: 川普、北韓、南韓、五角大廈、赫格塞斯、史汀生研究中心、38 North、陶恩、路透社、金正恩、七大工業國集團、G7、李在明、韓國外國語大學、芮契、拜登

Facts:
- Seoul pledged to invest US$350 billion in the United States during trade talks
- 南韓 should pay more toward the costs of the 28,500 US troops stationed there
- He even called on Seoul to pay as much as US$5 billion a year
- He also proposed that 南韓 pay as much as US$10 billion a year
- Seoul contributes about 1.52 trillion won a year toward the cost of US forces stationed in South Korea
- An expenditure of about US$1.1 billion

## UK wildfire alert sounds unexpectedly; domestic abuse prevention groups fear survivors' backup phones will be exposed

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170086.aspx
- anchor: #n2033924
- Companies mentioned: 英國廣播公司、婦女援助、沙漏

Facts:
- Millions of people received an emergency alert on the 14th
- Many mobile phone users received a loud alert at 7 p.m. British Summer Time on the 14th
- Eaton, a 29-year-old domestic abuse survivor
- The government did not notify the media until 15 minutes before the alert sounded

## All 1438 National Taiwan University placement admission slots filled; computer science cutoff falls 12 grade points

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:17:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170085.aspx
- anchor: #n2033775
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大學、建國中學、北一女中、師大附中、中山女中、武陵高中、台北市薇閣高中、延平高中

Facts:
- All 1438 National Taiwan University slots were filled
- The computer science cutoff fell 12 grade points from last year
- This year’s total enrollment quota was 32,494
- A total of 33,071 people submitted their preferences
- 32,257 admitted
- Admission rate of 97.54%
- Placement admission slots, including those from returned quotas, accounted for 41.19% of National Taiwan University's total quota
- Higher than the national average of 34.07%
- The cutoff for the medical school’s self-funded places was 228 grade points across 4 subjects
- Down from last year’s 288 grade points across 5 subjects
- The dental school’s cutoff this year was 280 grade points
- Last year’s cutoff was 285 grade points
- The cutoff for National Taiwan University's electrical engineering department this year was 228 grade points
- Slightly below last year’s 229 grade points

## Lee Jae-myung's approval rating falls for 5th straight week amid chaotic real estate policies and other factors

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:15:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170084.aspx
- anchor: #n2033770
- Companies mentioned: Realmeter、韓聯社、能源經濟新聞

Facts:
- The share of respondents who gave Lee Jae-myung a positive job performance rating was 43.0%
- Negative ratings stood at 54.1%
- The share who answered “not sure” was 2.9%
- Approval among people in their 60s was 43.1%, down 6.1 percentage points from last week
- Approval among people in their 70s rose 5.3 percentage points
- Approval among people in their 20s also rebounded 3.1 percentage points to 31.0%

## At a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of Jiang Zemin's birth, Xi Jinping stresses centralized, unified leadership

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:12:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608170083.aspx
- anchor: #n2033771
- Companies mentioned: 中共、中央軍委

Facts:
- 江澤民’s 100th birthday
- Jiang Zemin was elected to the Politburo Standing Committee and became general secretary at the 13th Fourth Plenum in June 1989

## Seafarer New Star program: 19 students selected in Phase 1 of 115

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:11:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170082.aspx
- anchor: #n2033772
- Companies mentioned: 陽明海運、建華海運

The Maritime and Port Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications announced the Phase 1 selection list for the 115 “Seafarer New Star Development Program,” with 19 students selected. The program provides tuition and living expense subsidies to help students make a smooth transition into seafaring careers.

Facts:
- 19 students were selected
- A total of 132 people were selected
- 34 are already working for shipping companies
- An annual subsidy of up to NT$100,000 to NT$180,000

## Han Kuang drills just ended; 陸勝2號 to stage October exercise pitting northern mechanized infantry and southern armored brigades against each other

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:10:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608170081.aspx
- anchor: #n2033773
- Companies mentioned: 國軍、陸軍、陸軍教準部

The 國軍陸軍 annual exercise “陸勝2號” is scheduled for October, pitting a northern mechanized infantry brigade against a southern armored brigade to strengthen mission command and defensive combat capabilities.

Facts:
- Expected to take effect in October
- A continuous 7-day, 6-night exercise will be held in central Taiwan

## Brazil election campaign kicks off; Lula and Bolsonaro's son vie for women's support

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:08:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170080.aspx
- anchor: #n2033774
- Companies mentioned: 勞工黨（PT）

Campaigning for Brazil's presidential election has officially begun. Leftist leader Lula and former president Bolsonaro's son Flávio are vying for key women's votes amid deep social divisions and voter fatigue.

Facts:
- Women make up 53% of Brazil's 158 million voters
- About 40,000 people gathered at the scene
- About 9,000 people attended

## Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 53, 5,000 evacuated; aftershocks hamper rescue efforts

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:07:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170079.aspx
- anchor: #n2033668
- Companies mentioned: 印尼國家電力公司（Perusahaan Listrik Negara）

Facts:
- At least 53 people were killed
- More than 130 people were injured
- About 5,000 people fled their homes
- Magnitude 7.7 earthquake
- Nearly 1,000 aftershocks
- More than 3,500 military and police personnel were deployed in the area

## The NT dollar surged 1.66 jiao at midday, temporarily closing at 31.88

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:05:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170078.aspx
- anchor: #n2033669
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Provisionally closed at 31.88 yuan
- Surged 1.66 jiao
- Trading value of US$1.011 billion
- Opened at 32.02 yuan
- Reached an early-session high of 31.874 yuan
- Low of 32.02 yuan

## Legislature committee review: Gifts made within 2 years before death to be included in total property for estate tax calculations

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:03:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608170077.aspx
- anchor: #n2033666
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、憲法法庭、行政院、財政部、民進黨

Facts:
- Within 2 years before death
- No. 11 of 113
- Constitutional Judgment No. 11 of 113
- More than 300,000 yuan
- within 10 days

## 華航 wins Asia's Best Employer award for 4 consecutive years, with its organizational cohesion recognized

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:02:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170076.aspx
- anchor: #n2033667
- Companies mentioned: 華航、威剛科技、亞洲水泥公司、中華航空、國泰金融控股、國泰飯店、嘉新企業、中國信託

Facts:
- A total of 330 companies in Taiwan took part
- 華航 wins the “Asia's Best Employer Award” for 4 consecutive years

## Hurricane Lala weakens and moves away from Hawaii; more than 180,000 households statewide remain without power

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170075.aspx
- anchor: #n2033605
- Companies mentioned: 夏威夷電力公司、夏威夷州運輸局

Facts:
- About 183,123 households in Hawaii lost power
- The government has received reports of damage to at least 100 homes
- About 117 people sought refuge at shelters
- Maximum sustained winds neared 104.6 kilometers per hour
- Slightly below the hurricane threshold of 117.5 kilometers per hour

## “超異能英雄” star Hayden Panettiere dies at age 36

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:48:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608170065.aspx
- anchor: #n2033538
- Companies mentioned: 美國廣播公司新聞網、超異能英雄、下一站，天后、衝鋒陷陣、流行教母、冰上公主、驚聲尖叫 4

Facts:
- Aged 36

## Boxer dies after being declared brain-dead; official's 6-month sentence for negligent homicide upheld

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:45:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608170064.aspx
- anchor: #n2033537
- Companies mentioned: 新店拳擊俱樂部、中華民國拳擊協會

Facts:
- Sentence reduced to 6 months in prison
- July 30, 111

## EU plans toughest sanctions, expands blacklist of entities in 俄羅斯

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:43:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170063.aspx
- anchor: #n2033536
- Companies mentioned: 歐洲聯盟、俄羅斯、路透社、德國「世界報」、法新社、歐盟執委會

Facts:
- 俄羅斯's war machine has suffered losses exceeding 1 trillion euros
- About NT$37 trillion
- Sanctions now cover 3,000 individuals and entities

## Teenagers play with plastic folding knife at Taipei Metro Mingde Station; police refer case for disposition

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:36:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608170061.aspx
- anchor: #n2033520
- Companies mentioned: 台北捷運、台北市警察局、北投分局、士林地方法院

Facts:
- At around 10:51 p.m. last night

## 應每晚殺30至40人 以色列極右部長籲恢復加薩屯墾

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:30:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170062.aspx
- anchor: #n2033519
- Companies mentioned: 以色列、哈瑪斯、猶太力量黨

Facts:
- 以色列 should kill “30 to 40 people” in Gaza every night
- 哈瑪斯 killed 1,200 people in its Oct. 7, 2023, attack
- And abducted more than 250 hostages to Gaza
- Israeli forces have caused more than 73,000 deaths in Gaza

## 教宗良十四世：應結束對約旦河西岸巴勒斯坦人暴力

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:27:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170060.aspx
- anchor: #n2033521
- Companies mentioned: 教宗良十四世、以色列、巴勒斯坦、聯合國、尼坦雅胡、史莫崔赫

Facts:
- 聯合國's 193 member states
- Recognized by 150 countries

## A final Taitung game in Chen Yung-chi's career; commemorative postcards to be given out on the 19th

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:20:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608170059.aspx
- anchor: #n2033476
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、台鋼雄鷹

Facts:
- 43-year-old Chen Yung-chi
- Chen Yung-chi's 16-year CPBL career

## LPGA Portland Classic final round: Hsu Wei-ling shoots 71, ties for 51st

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:17:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608170058.aspx
- anchor: #n2033477
- Companies mentioned: LPGA、中央社

Facts:
- 282 strokes, 6 under par over 4 days
- Jeeno Thitikul finishes with 266 strokes, 22 under par
- Total prize money of US$2 million
- About NT$64 million

## 費柴德3A敲再見轟 林昱珉同場先發5局無關勝敗

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:12:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608170057.aspx
- anchor: #n2033474
- Companies mentioned: 亞利桑那響尾蛇隊、西雅圖水手隊

Taiwanese Diamondbacks pitcher Lin Yu-min started against the Mariners, allowing 2 runs over 5 innings and receiving no decision. Mariners Taiwanese-American star Stuart Fairchild hit a walk-off home run to lead his team to victory.

## 814 students fail to secure university placements; recreation and arts fields have high vacancy rates

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:08:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170056.aspx
- anchor: #n2033475
- Companies mentioned: 文化大學、金門大學、南華大學、玄奘大學

Results of university placement for the 115 academic year were announced, with an admission rate of 97.54%. Some fields, including recreation and sports as well as arts, had more vacancies.

Facts:
- The admission rate for university placement in the 115 academic year was 97.54%.
- University placement for the 115 academic year had 603 vacancies across 16 schools.
- Recreation and sports, and arts, had higher vacancy rates in university placement.
- A total of 814 students failed to secure university placements this year.

## Asked whether she would attend the 國民黨's mobile Central Standing Committee meeting, Wang Hui-mei says, “Thank you for your concern”

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:06:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170055.aspx
- anchor: #n2033372
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、國民黨、彰化縣政府

Facts:
- The 民進黨 and 國民黨 will hold mobile Central Standing Committee meetings in Changhua County on the afternoon of the 19th
- 2026 Changhua Livestock Carnival

## Shipping and plastics stocks rally; Taiwan stocks rise more than 200 points intraday to 46,000

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:05:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608170054.aspx
- anchor: #n2033373
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、台達電、日月光投控、聯電、聯發科、鴻海、國巨、信驊、川湖、健策、大立光、長榮、陽明、萬海、富邦金、國泰金

Facts:
- Taiwan's weighted stock index stood at 46,012.64 points
- Up 201.63 points
- Trading value totaled NT$577.7 billion
- 台積電 shares hit a high of 2,410 yuan today
- Up 15 yuan
- Market capitalization reached 62.49 trillion yuan
- Contributing about 119 points to the broader market.
- The overall electronics index was up about 1.06% at one point
- Stock king 信驊 fell by as much as 710 yuan
- Stock runner-up 川湖 surged to its daily limit, reaching 13,750 yuan
- 健策 and 大立光 also hit their daily limits, reaching 5,340 yuan and 5,070 yuan, respectively
- 健策 and 大立光 also hit their daily limits, reaching 5,340

## Agricultural research station overcomes mountain pepper propagation hurdles, develops sustainable industry with local特色

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:02:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170053.aspx
- anchor: #n2033369
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮農改場、秀林鄉公所

Facts:
- Seed germination rate rises to 70%
- Plants grow to a height of 2 to 3 meters

## China-made C919 lacks European and US certification; mainland aviation expert says issue involves political negotiations

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:02:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608170052.aspx
- anchor: #n2033370
- Companies mentioned: C919、中國民航、美國、歐盟、蒙古、烏蘭巴托、韓國、首爾

Facts:
- First international commercial route

## Hualien promotes smart transportation, trials green corridor giving ambulances priority

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:59:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608170051.aspx
- anchor: #n2033371
- Companies mentioned: Interlux、C-V2X、祥和號誌、光林智能、慈濟醫院、中央社

Facts:
- Expected to cut the time ambulances take to cross intersections by about 20%

## 廢國旅卡提案 人事總處：暫不參採、原則每3年檢討

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:58:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608170050.aspx
- anchor: #n2033307
- Companies mentioned: 行政院人事行政總處、銓敘部、交通部觀光署、行政院主計總處

Facts:
- Civil servants may receive a maximum annual subsidy of NT$16,000 per person
- Discretionary and tourism allowances are NT$8,000 each
- Those entitled to more than 10 days of leave must take at least 10 days
- Personnel at central and local government agencies and schools under the Executive Yuan average 11.32 days of annual leave
- A leave subsidy of NT$600 per day applies to domestic leave days taken beyond the required number

## New Taipei plans to expand marine protected area to 3 nautical miles; scholars urge balance between scientific monitoring and enforcement

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:57:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170049.aspx
- anchor: #n2033308
- Companies mentioned: 新北市、台灣科技媒體中心、台灣海洋大學、中央研究院、東海大學、中山大學

Facts:
- The area will exceed 200 square kilometers
- Still less than 10% of 新北市's maritime area
- The core zone will also account for less than 1%
- Coastal fish catches fell from 5,919 metric tons in 2012
- To 3,516 metric tons in 2024

## Strong afternoon convection; heavy rain warning for Nantou, Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan, Kaohsiung and Pingtung

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608170048.aspx
- anchor: #n2033234
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Taipei, 17th

## 〈Stock Focus〉凌巨 misses Q2 financial filing deadline; shares gap down and hit limit

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:48:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579023
- anchor: #n2033943
- Companies mentioned: 凸版ホールディングス、台湾証券取引所、証券先物局

Taiwanese display maker 凌巨 failed to submit its Q2 financial report after a large number of directors resigned, and its stock hit limit-down. A governance crisis has come to the fore.

## 〈Stock Focus〉汎瑋's Q2 profit doubles year on year, sending shares soaring to the daily limit

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:22:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578974
- anchor: #n2033944
- Companies mentioned: 汎瑋材料

Electronic functional materials maker 汎瑋材料 reported after-tax net profit of 41 million yen for the second quarter of 2026, up 105.9% year on year. Results were strong and its share price surged amid growing demand for AI servers and high-performance computing (HPC). The company said the share of high-value-added products is rising and it will continue to expand into high-margin markets.

## A benchmark for public-sector employee benefits! Mega Bank adds NT$8,000 in domestic travel subsidies, giving employees a welcome NT$17,000 in annual travel benefits

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:18:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578962
- anchor: #n2033945

Mega International Commercial Bank is providing employees with annual travel subsidies of up to 17,000 yen. The benefit aims to promote both physical and mental well-being and domestic tourism, and is among the most generous offered by state-owned banks.

## 〈Focus Stock〉Tatung returns to profitability in Q2; shares warm up ahead of earnings briefing as price and volume rise

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:08:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578977
- anchor: #n2033946
- Companies mentioned: 華映

Tatung returned to profit in the second quarter, aided by a reversal of losses related to the 華映 case, with after-tax net profit reaching NT$2.015 billion. The news drove gains in both its share price and trading volume. The company will hold an earnings briefing tomorrow to provide its latest outlook, which the market is eagerly awaiting.

## 「木頭姐」Q2大砍輝達、AMD、台積電！砸4.43億美元押SpaceX

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:03:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578775
- anchor: #n2033539
- Companies mentioned: ARK Invest、SpaceX、輝達、超微半導體、台積電、Tesla、CRISPR治療、Tempus AI、Rocket Lab、Joby Aviation、Archer Aviation、博通、Cerebras、Robinhood、Circle、Coinbase、Bullish、Meta、Google、Shopify、Palantir

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## The AI boom is in full swing, but Wall Street is watching 30-year Treasuries with mounting anxiety

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578930
- anchor: #n2033541
- Companies mentioned: Alphabet、Amazon、Meta、Microsoft

As capital spending on AI expands, the 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has risen, creating headwinds for valuations of companies such as Alphabet and Microsoft. Higher interest rates negatively affect the discounting of future profits.

## Has the photovoltaic industry reached a turning point? Chinese polysilicon surges nearly 24% in a day, triggering price hikes across the supply chain

- Published: 2026-08-17T13:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578965
- anchor: #n2033540
- Companies mentioned: 晶科能源、阿特斯、隆基綠能、通威股份、TCL中環、天合光能、羅博特科、弘元綠能、拉普拉斯

In China's optoelectronics industry, polysilicon prices surged 23.81% in a single day, and prices recovered across the entire industry chain. The government's “anti-involution” policy and companies' self-restraint are behind the rebound, raising hopes of an end to the prolonged price war.

## Finally turning a profit! SenseTime forecasts first-ever profit since listing; shares soar as much as 13%

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:57:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578976
- anchor: #n2033542

中国AI企業の商湯が上場後初の黒字転換を予告。2026年上期に5～7億元の純利益見通しで、株価が一時13％上昇した。

## 〈Real Estate〉Presale housing market structure shifts across Taiwan’s six major cities; Taipei prices and sales both rise, while Kaohsiung transactions plunge by half

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:28:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578933
- anchor: #n2033543
- Companies mentioned: 中信房屋

In the first half of 2026, Taipei was the only one of Taiwan’s six special municipalities where both presale home prices and sales rose. Transactions in Kaohsiung plunged by more than 50%, reflecting a restructuring of the market and diverging buyer demand, largely due to scarce land and credit controls.

## 〈焦點股〉資本利得配息占比逾9成 00881、00878除息前夕爆大量

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:21:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578929
- anchor: #n2033544
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海

Cathay Securities Investment Trust's ETFs “00881” and “00878” were heavily bought ahead of going ex-dividend, thanks to tax advantages from capital gains distribution ratios exceeding 90%. Strong earnings from AI-related companies also supported inflows of investment funds.

## The only domestic airline to win: China Airlines receives Asia’s Best Employer award for 4 consecutive years

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:18:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578916
- anchor: #n2033545

China Airlines received the Asia’s Best Employer award for four consecutive years, making it the only Taiwanese airline to win. The recognition reflects its outstanding performance in team organization and employee engagement.

## Memory market peak arriving early? Multiple brokerages cut target prices for Samsung and SK hynix, with reductions of up to 2 million won

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:10:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578758
- anchor: #n2033546
- Companies mentioned: 未来證券、信韓投資、三星證券、KB證券、NH投資、大信証券、韓國投資證券

Several South Korean securities firms have lowered their target prices for Samsung Electronics and SK hynix. The market is divided over whether the memory market has peaked, with the balance between AI demand and rising supply key to what comes next.

## 輝達5000億AI融資計劃藏隱憂？川普顧問示警「暗GPU」：AI算力過剩恐引爆投資危機

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:06:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578506
- anchor: #n2033547
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、SpaceX、Nebius

While 輝達 is advancing plans to turn GPUs into financial assets, an adviser to the Trump administration has warned of the risk of excess AI computing capacity. The issue of idle GPUs could trigger an investment crisis.

## After short-seller Hindenburg and auditor EY’s resignation, Super Micro rebounds from controversy as AI demand hits a new high

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:05:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578928
- anchor: #n2033548
- Companies mentioned: Hindenburg Research、Ernst & Young、NVIDIA

U.S.-based Super Micro Computer recorded revenue of $11.1 billion and new orders exceeding $60 billion in the fourth quarter of 2026. Rising AI demand helped it overcome past governance issues and restore market confidence. Its 2027 revenue outlook was also revised sharply upward.

## Funds shift to top performers! The 5 most popular ETFs this year all beat the market; 00981A and 00988A make the list

- Published: 2026-08-17T12:03:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578883
- anchor: #n2033235
- Companies mentioned: 統一、元大台灣50、主動式統一台股增長、主動式復華未來50、富邦科技、主動式統一全球創新、統一投信研究團隊、CMoney

Facts:
- Taiwan’s weighted index surged by nearly six-tenths
- The U.S. S&P 500 index also rose by more than 13%
- Shareholder numbers increased by 1.5051 million
- Performance since the start of the year reached 62.2%
- Shareholder numbers increased by 773,400
- Performance since the start of the year reached as high as 78.71%

## Capital Securities: AI power management puts focus on two key third-generation semiconductor materials

- Published: 2026-08-17T11:57:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578881
- anchor: #n2033236
- Companies mentioned: 群益金鼎證券

At the “AI Investment: The New Frontier Forum,” hosted by 群益金鼎證券, participants pointed to rising data center power demand as AI servers become more widespread, and emphasized the importance of high-efficiency power management and third-generation semiconductor materials (SiC, GaN).