# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-19 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 32 items from 5 sources; Japan, 7 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Why are front-facing headshots always chosen as memorial portraits after someone dies? There is more to choosing a photo than meets the eye, and many families only learn this the first time.

- Published: 2026-08-19T02:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156823
- anchor: #n2073591
- Companies mentioned: 國立臺灣歷史博物館、基隆市立殯葬管理所、內政部、內政部戶政司、聯合生命禮儀、陽光禮儀、楊子佛教禮儀

Facts:
- Memorial portraits in funeral halls are about 15 inches.
- The fee is NT$100 per copy.

## Ghost Month isn't just for warding off evil spirits! Expert reveals the key to replenishing your wealth during the Ghost Festival: Get these 2 steps right, and your fortune will prosper through year-end.

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157545
- anchor: #n2073592

Fortune-teller 王昆山 introduced 2 methods for “borrowing yin to turn it into wealth” during the Ghost Festival. He proposed rituals to harness the yin energy of Ghost Month to boost wealth luck, drawing attention.

## 張凌赫田曦薇《逐玉》輸了！陸劇「先婚後愛CP」TOP10冠軍是他們：從互相利用到離不開彼此，越追越上癮

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156957
- anchor: #n2069060
- Companies mentioned: 張凌赫、田曦薇、丁禹兮、鄧恩熙、白敬亭、宋軼、劉宇寧、宋祖兒、魏哲鳴、徐若晗、王子奇、王玉雯、龔俊、周雨彤、鍾漢良、譚松韻

Facts:
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 10
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 9
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 8
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 7
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 6
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 5
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 4
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 3
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 2
- Chinese drama “marriage first, love later” couples: No. 1
- The 2026 drama The Pursuit of Jade

## Has the leading indicator for Taiwan stocks been found? Ruan Muhua reveals “Wednesday's key” in one sentence: Watch whether this index can hold its monthly moving average.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:47:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157608
- anchor: #n2069061

Financial expert Ruan Muhua says the key to Taiwan stocks' direction is not the weighted index, but whether the OTC index can hold its 379-point monthly moving average, an important indicator for judging short-term fund momentum.

## Could having too many stocks be a hidden time bomb? Ruan Muhua reveals a “core + satellite” strategy that uses 21 indicators to screen for promising stocks.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:45:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157606
- anchor: #n2069062

Taiwan investment expert Ruan Muhua proposes a “core + satellite” investment strategy that uses 21 indicators to select quality stocks and avoid the hidden risks of holding too many stocks. The approach prioritizes quality over quantity.

## Can “raising your labor insurance salary” before retirement bring a bigger pension? Expert recommends a “10-year plan”: A one-time 100% increase will be investigated.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:38:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157605
- anchor: #n2069063

A sharp increase in labor insurance salary before retirement is unlikely to significantly raise pension benefits. Labor insurance expert 張秘書 recommends gradual increases under a 10-year plan and warns that temporary adjustments may trigger an investigation.

## What should you do when stocks surge and plunge? Ruan Muhua reveals a lifesaving rule for retail investors: It's easier to get rich slowly than to get poor quickly.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:33:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157602
- anchor: #n2069064

Taiwan investment expert 阮慕驊 urged investors not to be swayed by sharp stock price swings and stressed the importance of “getting rich slowly.” His remarks have drawn attention as a warning to individual investors.

## US military shifts an aircraft carrier from the western Pacific to fight Iran! Writer laments: AIT's “guardian deity photo” can't overcome the reality of ammunition shortages.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:20:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157603
- anchor: #n2069065
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ在台協会（AIT）

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) released photos of a joint patrol by Taiwan and U.S. coast guard vessels, underscoring U.S. support for Taiwan. Meanwhile, a U.S. aircraft carrier has been redeployed to the Middle East, leaving a defense gap in the Western Pacific.

## Is a sea of red across Taiwan stocks a precursor to a crash? Expert reveals signs of a financial crisis: Run only when fundamentals collapse.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:13:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157595
- anchor: #n2069066
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、鴻海、廣達

Taiwan's stock market suffered a sharp but temporary decline. Experts said it was a technical correction, not a panic, as the underlying economic fundamentals remain sound.

## ET Poll: Is Changhua about to change hands? Chen Suyue leads steadily with 36% support; the gap with Wei Pingzheng revealed.

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:17:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157587
- anchor: #n2068933
- Companies mentioned: ETtoday、風傳媒

The 2026 Changhua County magistrate election has entered its final sprint. An ETtoday poll shows Chen Suyue leading Wei Pingzheng by 17 percentage points, with 36.4% support, but nearly three in ten voters remain undecided, leaving the race uncertain.

## Eclat Textile earnings briefing: Apparel momentum heats up! Q2 revenue hits NT$10.086 billion, a 16-quarter high, with EPS of NT$5.66! Hung Jui-ting is “deeply optimistic” about the first half of 2027.

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157601
- anchor: #n2068934

Apparel maker Eclat Textile posted Q2 revenue of NT$10.086 billion, a 16-quarter high, while EPS rose more than 150% year over year. General Manager Hung Jui-ting is deeply optimistic about the first half of 2027, citing stronger apparel momentum and the benefits of vertical integration.

## Can Taiwan stock market highs and lows be predicted? Ruan Muhua reveals a major finding: The trend in “this index” is key.

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:13:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157556
- anchor: #n2068935

Financial expert Ruan Muhua has found that divergence between the equal-weighted index and the weighted index can predict highs in Taiwan stocks, and that lows in the equal-weighted index never lag those in the weighted index, an important consideration for investment decisions.

## Facing a price-cutting war by Chinese manufacturers, Eclat is accelerating its dual transformation in automation and AI, targeting gross margins above 30%. Its new Indonesia plant is set to begin mass production in Q4 2027.

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:11:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157604
- anchor: #n2068936
- Companies mentioned: 味之素、日東紡

儒鴻 is responding to China's overcapacity and price competition by boosting production efficiency through automation and AI, aiming to maintain a gross margin of more than 30%. Mass production at its new Indonesia factory, scheduled for 2027 Q4, is also moving ahead.

## Guangyu earnings briefing: AI server shipments ramp up in October, with full-year revenue targeting double-digit growth; AI components and AFM to take over next year.

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:01:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157600
- anchor: #n2068937
- Companies mentioned: 廣宇科技、Magnax、鴻海集團、工業富聯、節卡機器人、優奇智能、坤維科技

Facts:
- Current monthly capacity is about 1,000 units.
- Cash and cash equivalents at period-end were about NT$4.8 billion.
- Cash on the books remains close to NT$5 billion.
- New businesses related to AI and robotics have already posted growth of nearly 350% in the first half of this year.
- Break through 5% of the global robotics market by 2030, and have robotics, AI servers and other new businesses contribute more than 50% of the company's revenue and profit.

## 輝達被市場錯殺了？美銀稱股價最多低估五成 上看350美元

- Published: 2026-08-19T02:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580744
- anchor: #n2073531
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SpaceX、Intel、米国銀行

A U.S. bank said shares of Nvidia may be undervalued by as much as 50% because of excessive concerns about the risks of its AI ecosystem investments. It said this presents an investment opportunity and set a price target of $350.

## After more than 40 years in China, Nokia still can't beat local rivals! It will shut almost all its sites by year-end.

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:30:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580745
- anchor: #n2073532
- Companies mentioned: 華為技術（Huawei）、中興通訊（ZTE）

Nokia is scaling back more than 40 years of operations in China, planning to close nearly all its sites by the end of 2025 and lay off most of its employees. The rise of local companies has made it harder for foreign firms to compete.

## The “buy hardware, dump software” trade fails! The AI investment boom enters a phase where stocks “go their separate ways.”

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579807
- anchor: #n2069000
- Companies mentioned: iShares、Citadel、Mizuho、Snowflake、Palo Alto Networks、Palantir Technologies、Atlassian、Intuit、Salesforce、Autodesk

The AI-related trading strategy of “buy hardware, sell software” has unraveled, with semiconductor and software stocks moving apart. The market has shifted to a phase focused on individual companies.

## How should the NT$ ten-thousand cash handout be spent? Cathay SITE recommends “stocks for growth, bonds to reduce volatility” to build wealth.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:57:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580757
- anchor: #n2069001

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## Pure-play online banks' losses improve! LINE Bank posts profits for 7 straight months, while Rakuten cuts capital and sharply reduces cumulative losses.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:50:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580755
- anchor: #n2069002
- Companies mentioned: LINE Bank、楽天銀行、將來銀行

Taiwan's 3 digital-only banks are showing signs of improvement after more than 5 years in operation. LINE Bank has posted profits for 7 consecutive months, while 楽天銀行 has sharply reduced its accumulated losses through financial restructuring. The developments point to digital finance entering a period of maturity.

## The truth about AI's cash burn revealed! Nine major tech companies still have $3 trillion in commitments off the books.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:30:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580703
- anchor: #n2069003
- Companies mentioned: Alphabet、Meta Platforms、Amazon、Microsoft、Oracle、NVIDIA、Broadcom、SpaceX、AMD、Blue Owl Capital

It has emerged that 9 major U.S. AI-related companies have about $3 trillion in AI-related off-balance-sheet liabilities not listed in their financial statements. This suggests that actual capital concentration is higher than it appears, posing a significant risk for investors.

## AI bulls, beware! ECB economist warns a stock market correction may be unavoidable.

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580671
- anchor: #n2068871

Economists at the European Central Bank warned that the surge in U.S. and European stock markets driven by AI enthusiasm is likely to be corrected in the future. Lessons from past technological revolutions suggest that excessive optimism and the spread of risk could lead to a market correction.

## CTBC Financial earnings briefing: Taiwan Life sharply raises its full-year FYP target to above one hundred billion; holding company's adjusted EPS reaches NT$3.97.

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:45:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580704
- anchor: #n2068872
- Companies mentioned: 台灣人壽、中信銀行

中信金控旗下台灣人壽因IFRS 17會計變革與商品策略成功，上半年獲利年增42%，初年度保費飆升139%，全年目標上修至破千億，調整後EPS達3.97元，顯示其強勁成長動能與資本效率。

## 〈財報〉記憶體荒殺傷力太強！小米Q2淨利暴跌逾四成 手機出貨驟減近三成

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580660
- anchor: #n2068873
- Companies mentioned: 三星電子、SK海力士、彭博

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## Trump posts map marking the Strait of Hormuz as “new US territory.”

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:13:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580721
- anchor: #n2068874
- Companies mentioned: ファルス通信社、英国海事貿易行動機構、カタール外務省

Former U.S. President Trump posted a map labeling the Strait of Hormuz as “new U.S. territory,” drawing international condemnation. Iran called it delusional, and a tanker attack also occurred in the area. Prospects for U.S.-Iran peace talks remain unclear.

## Celebrate the 25th anniversary with a barrage of celebratory fire!! The BLACK LAGOON 25th Anniversary Original Art Exhibition will be held in winter 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188446.html
- anchor: #n2068997
- Companies mentioned: BLACK LAGOON 25周年原画展 実行委員会、小学館、サンデーGX、サンシャイン60展望台 てんぼうパーク

Facts:
- BLACK LAGOON 25th Anniversary Original Art Exhibition
- The original series has surpassed 10 million copies in cumulative sales
- Friday, Nov. 13–Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026

## TBS is recruiting for an unprecedented “supporter-style part-time job”! Become a “living advertisement” yourself with the “Asian Games Fan Job,” available for a limited time starting Friday, Sept. 4!!

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000159.000065979.html
- anchor: #n2068996
- Companies mentioned: TBS、ZeroBase、SHIBUYA109、バイトル

Facts:
- For 3 days only
- A total of 7 fun part-time jobs
- 12 types of uniforms inspired by the sports
- The 43 sports featured at the Asian Games
- The pay is 2,000 yen
- Limited-edition stickers related to the “Museum to Support” for the first 3,000 people
- It takes 90 minutes

## Mitsui Knowledge Industry refreshes its logo based on its purpose, fostering a sense of unity across the organization

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000285.000038921.html
- anchor: #n2068995
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社揚羽、三井情報株式会社

Facts:
- Created brand guidelines spanning approximately 70 pages
- Capital: ¥284.1 million

## The BLACK LAGOON 25th ANNIVERSARY ~The Top 三 Most Fearsome Women on Earth~ POP UP SHOP opens Sept. 12! Featuring goods with new illustrations by “Rei Hiroe”! [株式会社コスパ]

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001608.000099047.html
- anchor: #n2068994
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コスパ、タブリエ・マーケティング株式会社、小学館

Facts:
- Sept. 12–Sept. 27, 2026
- Post-event online sales are scheduled to run from 18:00 on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026, to 12:00 on Thursday, Dec. 3.
- Today, we continue to bring more than 2,500 items to market each year.

## The ending theme “Rise Sunshine ALL HEROES Ver.” from the main story “Like the dawning light” of “Helios Rising Heroes” will be available to stream in full starting at 0:00 on Wednesday, Aug. 19!

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008803.000016756.html
- anchor: #n2068993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、株式会社フロンティアワークス、Happy Elements K.K

Facts:
- Performed by 20 heroes
- Full-length version begins streaming Aug. 19, 2026 (Wednesday)

## アストリス・アドバイザリー・ジャパン株式会社が株式会社 ソディック（証券コード:6143）に関する2026年12月期2Q決算アップデートレポートを発行

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:56:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000181809.html
- anchor: #n2068931
- Companies mentioned: アストリス・アドバイザリー・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社 ソディック

## Tecnifibre launches ART×TENNIS capsule collection

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:53:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000007377.html
- anchor: #n2068932
- Companies mentioned: Tecnifibre、TVLG ART×TENNIS、Tim Van Laere Gallery、ライリー・オペルカ、リヌス・ヴァン・デ・ヴェルデ、フリードリッヒ・クナート

Facts:
- ¥41,800
- ¥17,490
- ¥11,880
- ¥880

## U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement expires; most European stocks close lower

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:25:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608190002.aspx
- anchor: #n2069165
- Companies mentioned: 美國、伊朗、倫敦FTSE 100指數、法蘭克福DAX指數、巴黎CAC 40指數

Facts:
- 倫敦FTSE 100指數 rose 7.74 points, or 0.07%
- 倫敦FTSE 100指數 rose 7.74 points, or 0.07%, closing at 10728.04 points
- 法蘭克福DAX指數 fell 210.25 points, or 0.80%
- 法蘭克福DAX指數 fell 210.25 points, or 0.80%, closing at 26128.36 points
- 巴黎CAC 40指數 fell 70.24 points, or 0.82%
- 巴黎CAC 40指數 fell 70.24 points, or 0.82%, closing at 8509.36 points

## Refusal to countersign draws scrutiny; Cho Jung-tai asks whether the Legislative Yuan led by Han has adhered to the Constitution

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:20:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608180346.aspx
- anchor: #n2068999
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、行政院、司法院

Facts:
- Article 70 of the Constitution explicitly states this
- Article 91 of the Budget Act also contains relevant provisions

## Trump: No talks with 伊朗 are underway or scheduled; 荷莫茲海峽 is now open

- Published: 2026-08-19T00:17:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608180345.aspx
- anchor: #n2068998
- Companies mentioned: 美國、伊朗、伊朗伊斯蘭共和國、荷莫茲海峽、路透社、真實社群

## 加拿大's 亞伯達省 takes the first step toward an independence referendum; whether it succeeds or fails, it will cause harm

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:50:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608180344.aspx
- anchor: #n2068868
- Companies mentioned: 亞伯達省、加拿大、魁北克省、Access Pro Bono、加拿大最高法院、加拿大國會、卡加利商會、麥尤恩大學

Facts:
- By the end of last year, an organization opposing independence for 亞伯達省 had collected more than 450,000 petition signatures
- 今年5月支持獨立的組織也收集到逾30萬個請願簽名
- For a province with a population of just over 5 million
- 750,000 is a very large number
- 亞伯達省 has the world's 4th-largest proven oil reserves
- Alberta lost up to C$100 billion in revenue during the implementation of the National Energy Program
- Up to C$100 billion (about NT$2.3 trillion)
- About NT$1.4 trillion

## 產能過剩傾銷爭議下 中國新能源車7月出口額大增9成

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:49:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608180343.aspx
- anchor: #n2068869
- Companies mentioned: 野村证券

中國7月「新三樣」產品出口成長顯著，新能源車出口額年增9成。儘管面臨國際反傾銷壓力，但出口數據再創新高。

Facts:
- July exports of the “new trio”—new energy vehicles, lithium batteries and solar products—totaled US$23.25 billion
- Up 51% from the same period last year
- New energy vehicle exports totaled 610,000 units
- Up 86.5% year over year
- 出口額年增9成至115.4億美元
- Total automobile exports for the month hit a record 1.092 million units
- 年增3成
- Down 4% year over year to US$2.13 billion
- 年減4成至6.59億個
- China's exports to the United States rose 17.1% year over year in July
- Higher than 15% in June
- Tax rate

## Mexican fisherman trapped in underwater cave rescued after surviving 15 days without food

- Published: 2026-08-18T23:49:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608180342.aspx
- anchor: #n2068870
- Companies mentioned: 時人雜誌、求精報、每日新聞報、臉書

A Mexican fisherman was miraculously rescued after being trapped in a limestone cave for 15 days. He survived on an air pocket and rainwater inside the cave. Severely dehydrated when rescued, he remains hospitalized for treatment.

Facts:
- A Mexican fisherman was trapped in an underwater cave for 15 days
- 31-year-old Valdes
- More than 100 meters deep inside a cave

## “Red flags” on your health check report? How much do you know about high triglycerides?

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:01:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608190000.html
- anchor: #n2069120

Facts:
- High triglycerides

## Aug. 19: Keep smiling to attract benefactors - Heho Health

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/384530
- anchor: #n2069171
- Companies mentioned: Heho