WED株式会社 to speak at a webinar hosted by ExchangeWire JAPAN
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WED株式会社 will speak at “ThoughtLeaders 010,” a webinar hosted by advertising and marketing trade publication ExchangeWire JAPAN, on Aug. 26, 2026 (Wed.).
Date and time: Aug. 26, 2026 (Wed.), 17:00–17:50 (予定)
イマジナ to hold an “Inner Branding Seminar for Executives” in Tokyo, explaining the keys to corporate transformation that engages with people and drives organizational growth
After attracting attention in the United States and selling out immediately, the Rolling Stone × BTS 'BTS Collectors Edition Box Set' is set for a limited-quantity release in Japan!
[Press release] Open to visitors from age 0! “Kyotanabe Cat Cafe NAP,” Kyotanabe’s first hybrid cat cafe combining coworking and relaxation, to grand-open on Aug. 22 (Sat.)
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8 cats, each with a distinctive personality
20 seconds on foot from JR Doshisha-mae Station
Maximum of 5 people per 1-hour time slot
Adults, weekdays: ¥1,500
Weekends and holidays: ¥2,000
Junior high, high school, university and vocational school students, weekdays: ¥1,200
≒JOY announces Kagawa and Tokyo shows at the Osaka performance of its nationwide tour 2026, “この夏 全部 全部 僕にください,” at Orix Theater in Osaka on Aug. 19 (Wed.)!
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Debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard JAPAN weekly singles sales chart, selling 371,043 copies in its first week
Price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
Price: 2,500 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)
Streaming plays also surpassed 13.7 million
Companies mentioned：≒JOY、Hulu、Sony Music、BABEL LABEL、superbly inc.
[TEXMEX FACTORY] PINK isn’t a color. It’s an ATTITUDE. Shibuya Koen-dori location marks its 10th anniversary on Aug. 22. GRACIAS for every “Moment” over the past 10 years.
Businesses in the Ukiha and Tanushimaru areas supporting people who “want to work” gather for the “Ukiha and Tanushimaru Joint Company Information Session,” to be held on Sept. 27 (Sun.) in the 1st-floor hall of Ruri-iro Furusato-kan
Aug. 26 (Wed.) briefing on the “Survey of the Status of Understanding and Utilizing the Relationship Population”—about 90% of viewers found it useful. Results of a survey of 242 municipalities nationwide, presented again. Free to attend
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91.2% of viewers said it was “very useful” or “useful”
Original接点は1自治体あたり平均4.2チャネル
7.4% can “understand the whole picture” of their relationship population in numerical terms
Only 4.5% are able to continuously understand people’s “interests and true feelings”
Original soundtrack “七次元回廊” for “劇場版 七次元生徒会！ 〜ずっと一緒大作戦！〜” to be released on Nov. 11, 2026 (Wed.)! A musical live show will be held at Pia Arena MM on Jan. 23, 2027 (Sat.)!
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On sale Nov. 11, 2026 (Wed.)
Price: 8,580 yen (tax included)
Price: 6,050 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：ANYCOLOR株式会社、にじさんじ、タワーレコード、アニメイト、ゲーマーズ、楽天ブックス、HMV、Sony Music Shop、セブンネットショッピング
Creepy Nuts releases “Running Wheel” today and unveils its music video! YouTube Station also launches, offering 24-hour, real-time access to video content!
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12 performances in 8 cities nationwide
Expected to draw approximately 120,000 people
Reserved seating: ¥11,000 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Creepy Nuts、Honda、Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival、The Weeknd、株式会社次世代、Live Nation H.I.P.
Are cancer vaccines really on the way? Moderna and Merck report successful trial, sending both stocks sharply higher at the open
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The personalized mRNA cancer vaccine being developed by Moderna and MSD succeeded in preventing melanoma recurrence in a Phase III trial. This is the world’s first positive result of its kind and is extremely important to the growth strategies of both companies.
〈U.S. Stocks Early Trading〉U.S. Treasury expands long-term bond buybacks! Major indexes open higher as Treasury yields retreat
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. Treasury expanded buybacks of long-term government bonds, curbing increases in long-term interest rates. U.S. stocks rebounded as a result, with major indexes rising. This is an important policy signal that is boosting market risk appetite.
Gold rebounds strongly to above $4,400 as a weaker dollar and U.S. Treasury buyback plan provide key support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Gold rebounded above $4,460, supported by a weaker dollar and the U.S. Treasury buyback plan. Markets are awaiting the Federal Reserve meeting minutes for clues on the direction of interest rates.
Stock market corrections and crashes are inevitable: History suggests investors should “do this”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. stocks have been strong since the start of the year, but experts warn of the possibility of a correction or crash. Historical data suggests that “buying the dip” is an effective strategy, underscoring the importance of long-term investing.
U.S. Treasury steps in! Long-term bond buybacks doubled in size, sending Treasury yields tumbling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. Treasury doubled the scale of its long-term bond buybacks to improve market liquidity. The move was a response to a sharp rise in yields and had a positive effect on bond and stock markets.
AI-era Walmart employees take on a new duty: correcting AI errors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Walmart is advancing the adoption of AI, but as a result, employees are taking on the new burden of correcting AI errors. This shows that the realities on the ground are being overlooked in the name of efficiency, raising concerns about the impact on working conditions.
Is Japan’s bond market nearing its breaking point? 10-year yield approaches the 3% warning line
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The yield on Japan’s 10-year government bonds has risen to nearly 3%, spreading concerns about fiscal sustainability. Market unease is mounting as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s expansionary fiscal strategy comes under strain and the Bank of Japan’s policy options remain limited.
〈Taipei International Automation Exhibition〉Teradyne Robotics unveils AI Trainer and a mobile dual-arm collaborative platform in Taiwan for the first time, taking lab technology into real-world operations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
UR and MiR, subsidiaries of Teradyne Robotics, unveiled AI Trainer and a dual-arm mobile collaborative platform for the first time at the Taipei International Automation Exhibition. They are promoting flexible manufacturing transformation through Physical AI.
Trump reportedly directs officials to seek another meeting with Kim Jong Un this fall, aiming to restart nuclear diplomacy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
President Trump has directed that he meet again with Kim Jong Un as early as this fall. The aim is to restart nuclear diplomacy, but the gap between the two sides remains wide.
Has Iran gone too far? UAE cuts off all trade and financial ties at once
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The United Arab Emirates has halted all trade and financial transactions with Iran, citing Iranian missile launches. The deterioration in the Middle East situation will deal a serious blow to Iran’s economy.
EY white paper: Overseas acquisitions by Taiwanese companies surge 2.8 times; tech and biotech firms spend $8 billion, with Yageo deal a benchmark
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
EY Financial Management Consulting Services released its 2026 International Investment and M&A Trends White Paper. The global M&A market reached $4.8 trillion in 2025, while overseas acquisitions by Taiwanese companies totaled $8.088 billion, up 286.2% year over year. Technology and biotechnology were the main sectors, and Taiwanese companies are stepping up their involvement in AI infrastructure in response to the development of generative AI.
GUC passes 2 proposals, plans to raise NT$65.5 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese ASIC designer Global Unichip raised a total of 65.5 billion yen through NT-dollar financing worth 40 billion yen and overseas convertible bonds of up to $800 million. The funding is intended to meet growing demand for advanced packaging as demand for AI chips expands.
Alphabet issues Australian-dollar bonds; 20-year yield just below 7%, setting a company record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Alphabet issued its first Australian-dollar-denominated bonds in Australia, raising A$5.5 billion. The 20-year bonds yielded 6.9–6.98%, the highest in the company’s history, amid funding needs for expanding AI investment.
〈Taipei International Automation Exhibition〉Delta Electronics debuts embodied-intelligence dual-arm collaboration, bringing AI-enhanced digital twins to its Thailand plant to upgrade entire production lines
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Delta Electronics showcased an embodied-intelligence dual-arm collaborative robot for the first time at the Taipei International Automation Exhibition and introduced AI-enhanced digital twin technology at its Thailand plant to advance production-line automation and smart manufacturing.
Shares plunge nearly 10% in a day! SK hynix spends $28.3 billion on buybacks, setting a South Korean record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SK hynix carried out South Korea’s largest-ever share buyback, worth $28.3 billion. Despite growing AI demand, its share price had remained sluggish, prompting management to seek to restore confidence through a major shareholder return.
Three Three Business Association chairman Lin Po-feng backs universal cash payments, saying people in need should have a chance and any increase should be decided by public opinion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
三三企業交流會 Chairman Lin Po-feng backed a universal cash payout of NT$10,000 in 2027 and also supported raising the minimum wage. He emphasized the importance of decisions made by public opinion.
SEMI’s SEMICON startup showcase doubles in size, offering technology, presentations and investment in one place
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SEMICON Taiwan 2026 doubled its startup exhibition area, bringing together more than 40 semiconductor startups and VCs and CVCs. It provides end-to-end support, from technology presentations in areas such as AI, quantum technology and silicon photonics to investment matching, accelerating the commercialization of innovation.
Cathie Wood warns that high memory prices could backfire: New architectures are “choking off” HBM demand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood said that high prices for HBM memory are actually holding back demand. She emphasized that the new architectures from Cerebras and Groq demonstrate this.
Replaced by AI? NTU computer science falls out of the top 10 in subject-based university admissions results; psychiatrist looks 20 years ahead at the job market: prospects will be better
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
National Taiwan University's computer science department fell out of the top 10 in the subject-based university admissions exam. Psychiatrist 沈政男 said that despite concerns sparked by AI's development, computer science talent remains central to AI design and prospects remain bright. He advised students to base their choice of major on long-term employment trends。
Israel admits to airstrikes on a Syrian airport! Netanyahu responds forcefully: preventing Turkish troops from being stationed there will stop the disruption of order
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Israel launched an airstrike on a Syrian military airfield, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu citing efforts to prevent a Turkish deployment. The United States criticized the move, raising tensions in the region.
Active ETFs were “devastated” in July—can they bounce back? Experts instead reveal a good time to invest: an opportunity is here this month
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s active ETFs saw outflows of NT$74.4 billion in July, but experts view this as an investment opportunity. Lin Chang-hsing, chairman of the Taiwan Financial Training Association, said that times of market pessimism are precisely the best opportunities to enter.
Japan's defense budget tops 8.9 trillion yen, with increased funding for unmanned vehicles and missile research and development
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Japan’s Defense Ministry is seeking a defense budget of approximately 8.9 trillion yen for the next fiscal year. It is focusing on the development of drones and long-range missiles, aiming to strengthen its counterstrike capabilities. This is an important step in responding to changes in the regional situation.
SOGO's move into the Dome, part 2: Bringing in 11 Michelin restaurants! Dining is no longer just a supporting act as it seeks to turn game-day crowds into a profit-making formula
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Far Eastern SOGO is bringing 150 dining brands to Taipei Dome's Garden City, including 11 Michelin-level restaurants, and raising the share of dining to 30%. It is creating a new department store model centered on the “stay economy,” with the aim of turning crowds at games and concerts into sustained spending。
Buying a popular ETF for its dividends only to see them plunge? Yu Ting-hao reveals the truth about “income equalization reserves”: beware of a repeat of the 00878 debacle
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese finance writer Yu Ting-hao warned investors to pay attention to the “income equalization reserve” mechanism in ETFs to avoid a repeat of the plunge in 00878's dividend payouts. While the mechanism can stabilize payouts, it may in fact divert principal。
So much for the “non-red supply chain”? Chinese-made parts found in Eighth Army Corps drones; Ma Wen-chun: Defense self-reliance isn't achieved just by putting a MIT label on the exterior
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The use of Chinese-made components was discovered in a drone procurement by Taiwan’s Army Eighth Corps. KMT legislator Ma Wen-chun called for the “non-red supply chain” to match its name in practice and criticized deficiencies in the inspection system.
76-year-old grandmother has hypopharyngeal cancer but avoids having her throat removed for treatment; proton therapy at China Medical University Hospital helps her regain her voice
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 76-year-old woman received proton beam therapy for hypopharyngeal cancer, avoiding removal of her larynx and preserving her voice and swallowing function. The treatment, performed by China Medical University Hospital, points to the possibility of safely treating cancer in older patients and is expected to become more widely available.
Could TSMC's share price surge to 8000 yuan? Expert unveils startling projection for an “AI supercycle”: Taiwan stocks could reach 100,000 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Amid a surge in AI demand, analysts say TSMC shares could reach 8,000 yuan, and forecasts have emerged that Taiwan’s stock index could hit 100,000 points. This reflects the spillover of benefits from global AI investment into Taiwan’s market, making it highly significant.
Not Chiang Wan-an or Lu Hsiu-yen! Are the KMT's “four suns” an illusion? Wu Chia-lung names “him” as the only presidential candidate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Four figures within the KMT are vying for the presidency in 2028, but Wu Chia-lung believes that only Han Kuo-yu wields real power in the Legislative Yuan and has cross-party appeal, making him the only genuine candidate。
AI chip capacity cannot meet demand! 台積電 is facing tight capacity, and Samsung seizes the opportunity to raise prices for advanced processes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As 台積電’s manufacturing capacity tightens amid rising demand for AI chips, Samsung Electronics has raised prices for advanced processes by up to 15%. This could mark a strategic turning point for Samsung.
2027 universal cash payment of NT$10,000 confirmed! Lai Ching-te includes the budget in the general budget; Wu Chia-lung reveals the “technical twist”: the blue-and-white opposition cannot simply raise the amount
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced that NT$10,000 will be distributed to everyone in 2027 and included in the central government's general budget. The move uses constitutional restrictions to make it difficult for opposition parties to increase the amount, making it a highly strategic political maneuver。
Chen Hsing-yu accuses Zhao Jian-ming of embezzling a “23 million education fund”; Hou Han-ting asks: Did this money include illicit gains from Chen Shui-bian?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chen Shui-bian's daughter, Chen Hsing-yu, accused her ex-husband Zhao Jian-ming of embezzling a 23 million education fund. Hou Han-ting questioned whether the source of the funds involved illicit gains by the Chen family and called for the issue of medical parole to be reconsidered. The case touches on political and family ethics issues。
震傳媒 released a poll for the 2028 presidential election, with Chiang Wan-an leading the KMT field at 20.4% support, followed closely by Han Kuo-yu at 18.9%, while support for Lu Hsiu-yen fell. Han Kuo-yu received the highest support among Green supporters, showing his cross-party appeal。
“They demanded the money with extreme urgency, but delivery has been painfully slow!” 2 F-16Vs are finally arriving; she slams the Ministry of National Defense: Where is the urgency you claimed there was?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The first 2 of the 66 F-16V fighter jets Taiwan purchased from the United States are about to be delivered, but delays have sparked political controversy. The opposition criticized the mismatch between the government's stated urgency over defense procurement and its actual execution。
Is a NT$10,000 universal payment no longer considered a huge giveaway? Wu Tzu-chia slams Lai Ching-te for treating the public like fools: Who will help rescue traditional industries?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
美麗島電子報 chairman Wu Tzu-chia criticized President Lai Ching-te for contradictory policies: opposing a huge giveaway last year but pushing a universal NT$10,000 payment this year. He questioned whether Lai was treating the public like fools and called for traditional industries to be prioritized for aid。
Once mocked by their parents for being spendthrifts, U.S. millennials seized the bull market to grow their wealth—but an “invisible landmine” behind the boom cannot be ignored
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The net worth of American millennials has increased 134% in 5 years amid a booming stock market, giving them greater financial confidence than their parents’ generation. However, consumer debt has also surged, highlighting potential risks.
安盛生 (6734) proposes reducing its 115 capital increase to 9 million shares and raising 58.5 million yuan; payment deadline extended to 9/10 - Global Bio & Tech Monthly
安盛生 (6734) proposes reducing its 115 capital increase to 9 million shares and raising 58.5 million yuan; payment deadline extended to 9/10 - Global Bio & Tech Monthly
Tri-Service General Hospital introduces rapid blood transfusion, PCPS and REBOA to build a comprehensive care system for major trauma - Global Bio & Tech Monthly
台灣微脂體 completes Japanese PK trial of long-acting new drug for knee osteoarthritis, to launch Phase 3 clinical trials in the U.S. and Japan - Global Bio & Tech Monthly