# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-20 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 7 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 366 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 272 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## From China’s richest man to life in prison! Xu Jiayin handed a severe first-instance sentence, all assets confiscated: How did Evergrande’s 2.2 trillion empire collapse?

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:38:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158015
- anchor: #n2107302
- Companies mentioned: 恒大集团、恒大地产

Xu Jiayin, founder of Chinese property giant Evergrande Group, was sentenced to life in prison for multiple offenses, including alleged financial fraud and fundraising fraud. 恒大集团 and its subsidiaries were hit with hefty fines. The case highlights the risks of a highly leveraged expansion model and has had a major impact on China’s property sector.

## Push to upgrade Kaohsiung Airport! Lai Jui-lung puts forward three demands to protect taxi drivers and outlines a three-stage development plan

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158075
- anchor: #n2112368
- Companies mentioned: 高雄國際機場、星宇航空、民航局

Facts:
- From months 1 to 6, passenger traffic at Kaohsiung Airport exceeded 4 million
- International passengers accounted for more than 3.37 million
- The total number of destinations will also exceed 36

## Running the air conditioner on low fan uses more electricity! Taipower debunks 7 energy-saving myths: press “1 button” for faster cooling and lower bills

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157922
- anchor: #n2107303
- Companies mentioned: 住展雜誌

Taipower explained 7 common misconceptions about saving electricity when using air conditioning in summer and offered guidance on proper use. A low fan setting can be counterproductive, while a temperature setting of 26–28 degrees and auto mode are recommended.

## The nine-in-one election enters its final 100-day countdown! About 600,000 first-time voters; Yu Ying-lung says the legislature is “slowing referendum reviews”

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:13:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158011
- anchor: #n2107304

Taiwan’s Central Election Commission announced the launch of the 2026 nine-in-one election, with about 600,000 first-time voters. Reviews have been delayed because the Legislative Yuan submitted referendum proposals late. The commission stressed that it would prepare carefully and establish a task force to combat deepfake videos.

## Why is Tehran so wary of Dubai? UAE announces suspension of all trade and financial transactions to force Iran to back down after it threatens to “fight”

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:04:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158010
- anchor: #n2107305
- Companies mentioned: ADNOC（アブダビ国立石油会社）

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) came under a ballistic missile attack from Iran and suspended all trade and financial transactions. Dubai is an indispensable trade gateway for Iran under sanctions, raising concerns about the economic impact.

## 台股4萬5震盪不敢進場？主力甩轎洗盤布局3大族群 專家點名10檔下一波黑馬

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:03:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158005
- anchor: #n2107306
- Companies mentioned: 摩爾投顧、聯亞、聯鈞、華星光、南電、台燿、南亞科、奇鋐、健策、高力

With Taiwan stocks fluctuating around 45,000 points, Moore Research analyst Chiang Kuo-chung sees this as a shakeout by major players. He recommends that long-term investors build positions in the “electricity, optics and thermal” sectors in stages and names 10 promising stocks. The trend reflects Taiwan’s geopolitical advantages and the fundamentals underpinning its technology industry.

## 62-year-old printing technician retires, then returns to work! Northern Branch’s “job redesign” program helps businesses introduce assistive devices, with an annual 100,000 subsidy to ease heavy labor

- Published: 2026-08-20T13:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158068
- anchor: #n2107751
- Companies mentioned: 家佑實業

A 62-year-old printing craftsman returned to work with reduced physical strain after the Northern Branch provided job redesign support. A company achieved labor savings with an annual subsidy of NT$100,000, balancing the promotion of employment for middle-aged and older workers with the passing on of technical skills.

## Stuck learning to code on your own? Taoyuan Branch’s “Industry New Talents” program offers up to 100,000 in subsidies to help young people switch careers

- Published: 2026-08-20T13:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158067
- anchor: #n2107754

The Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Branches are rolling out the “產業新尖兵計畫” to help young people switch fields into AI and semiconductors. The program offers up to NT$100,000 in training subsidies and a monthly NT$8,000 study stipend; a manufacturing employee has already successfully moved into a high-paying IT job earning 53K.

## Tseng Pei-yu makes her stage debut in a play, “singing, dancing and even catching mice”; 《都更男女》 heads to Kaohsiung and Taichung in succession

- Published: 2026-08-20T13:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158064
- anchor: #n2107757
- Companies mentioned: 金星文創、聯合數位文創、刺點創作工坊、璞永建設璞園團隊、海悅國際

Tseng Pei-yu takes on the stage for the first time in 《都更男女》, performing in Kaohsiung and Taichung in succession. She showcases a range of talents, from singing and dancing to catching mice, and receives an enthusiastic response from audiences. The play focuses on urban renewal and women’s emotions, striking a strong chord.

## A 50-year view of Lotus Pond! Hsueh Chao-chi proposes the “perfect in every way” plan: keep visitors here and business opportunities in Zuoying

- Published: 2026-08-20T12:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158060
- anchor: #n2107767

Hsueh Chao-chi, a candidate for city councilor in Zuoying and Nanzi, announced the “蓮池潭十全十美計畫.” Drawing on 50 years of local experience, he proposed 10 measures to channel tourist traffic into the local economy. The plan sets out a strategic vision for revitalizing the area.

## Building a healthy city starts with children！Liang Yuci unveils children’s sports card platform: 40 million budgeted annually, with a monthly subsidy of 200 yuan for ages 6 to 15

- Published: 2026-08-20T12:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158059
- anchor: #n2107768

Liang Yuci, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Pingtung mayor, proposed a “children’s sports card” platform, with 4,000万元 budgeted annually to provide a monthly subsidy of 200 yuan to children aged 6 to 15 and encourage participation in sports. The initiative aims to invest in the next generation’s health and boost the city’s vitality.

## U.S. Treasury intervention in bond markets and rising inventories keep copper above the psychological threshold of $14,000

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582530
- anchor: #n2112260
- Companies mentioned: 金瑞期貨 (Jinrui Futures Co.)

International copper prices held above the psychological threshold of $14,000. The backdrop included U.S. fiscal authorities' intervention in the bond market and a recovery in LME inventories. Markets continue to watch tariffs and the macroeconomic environment.

## AI hardware’s “race for cargo space” ushers in a new airfreight cycle: Asia–North America routes post double-digit growth for 5 consecutive months, with cargo value exceeding half of the total

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582546
- anchor: #n2112259
- Companies mentioned: IATA、Xeneta、C.H. Robinson、Vincent Wong、Niall van de Wouw、大韓航空、嚴在東、日本航空、德迅、Dimerco

Facts:
- In 2025, AI-related goods accounted for just 7% of global airfreight volume
- Yet they contributed as much as 53.5% of airfreight value
- Asia–North America route traffic surged 14.7%
- The route accounts for about 23.5% of the global airfreight market
- Spot rates on popular Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia-to-North America routes at the end of July were up 33% from the end of February
- By contrast, rates on the Europe–North America route fell 27% over the same period
- South Korea’s 大韓航空 saw cargo revenue surge 46% in Q2 this year
- To 1.54 trillion won (about $1.07 billion)
- 1.54 trillion won (about $1.07 billion)
- About 80% of Asia’s airfreight export growth over the past year, excluding mainland China, came from technology products
- Singapore’s Changi Airport, boosted by strong semiconductor demand, also recorded an 8.7% year-on-year increase in cargo throughput in the first half of this year
- Share of AI servers transported by air: 5

## Real estate: Tender announced for the 910-ping site of the Tamsui Administrative Center Station (V07) development project on the Danhai light rail

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:35:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582550
- anchor: #n2112261
- Companies mentioned: 第一太平戴維斯

The New Taipei City Government has launched a tender for a 910.9-ping site south of Danhai Light Rail's V07 station. 第一太平戴維斯 is handling the brokerage, and the bid deadline is Nov. 2, 2026. The project is expected to contribute to urban development and local revitalization.

## SinoPac leads with intraday settlement of “prepaid funds and securities” for disposition stocks; optimistic about Q4 but flags 2 risks

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:30:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582549
- anchor: #n2112262
- Companies mentioned: 台灣證券交易所

SinoPac Securities upgraded its app with an “intraday settlement of prepaid funds and securities for disposition stocks” feature to improve trading efficiency for high-priced stocks. It is also optimistic about the fourth-quarter market, but cautions investors to watch inflation and interest-rate risks.

## Ether surges 18% past $2,250 as “Machi Big Brother” adds heavily to long positions

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:20:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582494
- anchor: #n2112263

Ethereum rose 18% in 24 hours, surpassing $2,250. U.S. liquidity policies and inflows into spot ETFs were among the factors behind the move. The whale “麻吉大哥” made large purchases using 25x leverage.

## More than HBM: SK海力士 brings “light” into packaging, positioning for CPO to break through the AI bandwidth wall

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:20:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582493
- anchor: #n2112264
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、維吉尼亞大學、伊利諾大學厄巴納—香檳分校、南洋理工大學、麻省理工學院、延世大學

Facts:
- Bandwidth per node exceeds 100 Tb/s
- Transmission energy efficiency below 1 pJ/bit
- Chip-to-chip latency below 10 nanoseconds

## Government plans universal cash payment of 10,000; national chamber of commerce recommends “consumer vouchers” to make the payments more effective

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:13:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582533
- anchor: #n2112265
- Companies mentioned: 三三会、全国商業総会

In response to the Taiwanese government's plan to give 10,000 people NT$10,000 each in 2027, the 全国商業総会 proposed distributing consumer vouchers instead. It said the approach could have a greater economic impact by boosting consumption and supporting small and medium-sized businesses.

## First-ever “zero-deficit” universal cash payout！Finance minister explains how the 235.7 billion yuan will be funded; NDC estimates it will boost GDP growth by 0.35 percentage points

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:12:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581709
- anchor: #n2112266

Taiwan's government will provide all residents with a cash payment of NT$10,000 in its 2027 budget while achieving a zero fiscal deficit. The National Development Council estimates the measure will add 0.35 percentage points to GDP growth.

## AI server rail shipments ramp up, prompting Japanese brokerage to see 南俊國際 breaking above 1,000 yuan

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:10:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582532
- anchor: #n2112267
- Companies mentioned: 大和証券

Japanese brokerage Daiwa Securities maintained its Buy rating on 南俊國際 and a target price above 1,000 yuan, citing long-term growth momentum from mass production of AI server rails and an optimized product mix.

## Taiwan stocks recover the quarterly moving average on lighter trading; foreign investors return as net buyers of 3.7 billion, while the 三 major institutional investors sell 3.537 billion yuan

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:59:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582534
- anchor: #n2107643

Taiwan's stock market rebounded on the 20th as foreign investors were net buyers of NT$3.781 billion, recovering the 3-day moving average. However, the 三 major institutional investors remained net sellers overall, leaving doubts about the market's ability to sustain its recovery.

## Fresh from listing on the STAR Market, Unitree’s Wang Xingxing appears at WRC: How can humanoid robots move from “exhibits” to “products”?

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:50:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582456
- anchor: #n2107644

Unitree Technology founder Wang Xingxing attended the World Robot Conference shortly after the company listed on the STAR Market, delivering a speech on taking humanoid robots from demonstrations to practical use. He presented the 80-80 criterion and a self-evolving technology framework, underscoring the company’s technological leadership.

## Korea’s memory giants launch buyback wave！After SK海力士’s 40 trillion won buyback and cancellation, Samsung plans to spend over 100 trillion, setting a record for shareholder returns

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582490
- anchor: #n2107645
- Companies mentioned: 三星電子、SKハイニックス、テマセク、NVIDIA、TSMC、ASML

South Korea's semiconductor 二 giants, 三星電子 and SKハイニックス, announced a combined shareholder return of more than 140 trillion won, backed by huge profits from AI demand. The move marks an important turning point in the industry's structure.

## Taiwan stocks after the close: Caution over chasing gains as trading thins; TSMC closes higher, shipping stocks lend support, index rises 214 points to reclaim quarterly moving average

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:23:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582505
- anchor: #n2107646
- Companies mentioned: 台積電(2330-TW)、鴻海(2317-TW)、聯發科(2454-TW)、台達電(2308-TW)、廣達(2382-TW)、聯電(2303-TW)、萬海(2615-TW)、長榮(2603-TW)、陽明(2609-TW)、慧洋-KY(2637-TW)、榮運(2607-TW)、裕民(2606-TW)、南亞科(2408-TW)、華邦電(2344-TW)、旺宏(2377-TW)、晶豪科(3006-TW)、群聯(8299-TW)、力積電(6770-TW)、威剛(3260-TW)、保瑞(6472-TW)、禾榮科(7799-TW)、北極星藥業-KY(6550-TW)、泰宗(4169-TW)、康霈(6919-TW)、國光生(4142-TW)、漢翔(2634-TW)、雷虎(8033-TW)、長榮航太(2645-TW)

Taiwan's stock market closed up 214 points today, buoyed by gains in 台積電 and strength in shipping stocks. Trading volume declined, but the market recovered its quarterly moving average, indicating an optimistic mood among investors.

## Shanghai rolls out “Eight Measures for Shanghai” property easing policies, lowering down payments for second homes and subsidizing trade-ins

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:20:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582492
- anchor: #n2107647

Shanghai announced 8 property support measures, dubbed “滬八條,” on the 20th, including a lower down payment for second homes and subsidies for “trade-ins.” Following Beijing's lead, this marks a relaxation of restrictions in a first-tier city and has raised hopes for a market recovery.

## Bitcoin surges toward the $70,000 mark as bears are caught in a “double squeeze”; $2.7 billion in liquidations sets a record

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:00:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582486
- anchor: #n2107213
- Companies mentioned: BlackRock、Fidelity、Hyperliquid、CoinGlass、SoSoValue

Bitcoin surged to just short of $70,000, leaving short sellers with losses of about $2.7 billion in 24 hours. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw inflows of $189 million, as institutional investment helped drive the market higher.

## Value Investing: Latest Industry Research Report — 南亞科 (2408-TW): Tightening supply of legacy memory, with prices and capacity driving earnings growth

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:46:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582488
- anchor: #n2107214

南亞科 (2408-TW) recorded its highest-ever monthly revenue in July. Supply restrictions and rising prices for fourth-generation DDR memory are boosting earnings, and expanding demand from servers and industry is giving the company a major lift amid changing supply and demand.

## 榮惠-KY posts first-half after-tax profit of 88.96 million yuan, up 1.49 times year on year; plans dividend of 3.5 yuan

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:37:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582449
- anchor: #n2107215

榮惠-KY posted after-tax net profit of 88.96 million yuan in the first half of 2026, up 1.49 times year on year, and plans to pay a cash dividend of 3.5 yuan per share, mainly benefiting from strong demand for AI liquid cooling and automotive circuit boards.

## SK海力士 spends big on share buybacks as Taiwan memory stocks rally in tandem

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582452
- anchor: #n2107216
- Companies mentioned: 南亞科、華邦電、凌航、愛普、宇瞻、至上、福懋科

SK Hynix conducted a 40 trillion won share buyback, sending Korean and Taiwanese memory stocks sharply higher. Expectations across the industry are rising on the back of AI demand.

## Stocks in focus: Surge in protection-component makers; 聚鼎 hits limit-up, with 興勤 and 富致 also gaining

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:30:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582459
- anchor: #n2107217
- Companies mentioned: 聚鼎(6224-TW)、興勤(2428-TW)、富致(6642-TW)

Shares of the three protection-component makers 聚鼎, 興勤 and 富致 all rose, driven mainly by stronger demand for AI servers, backup power supplies and automotive applications. The outlook for the second half is upbeat.

## mRNA technology enters cancer treatment; Moderna breakthrough lifts Chinese biotech leaders

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:30:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582455
- anchor: #n2107218
- Companies mentioned: Moderna、Merck & Co.、康希諾、沃森生物、智飛生物、艾美疫苗、諾唯贊、近岸蛋白

The mRNA cancer vaccine Intismeran, co-developed by Moderna and MSD, succeeded in a Phase III trial, reducing melanoma recurrence. Moderna shares surged 177%, and Chinese biotech stocks rose across the board.

## SemiAnalysis: Did Anthropic and OpenAI’s July ARR decline？IPO reporting metrics may have changed

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:30:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582221
- anchor: #n2107219
- Companies mentioned: SemiAnalysis、Anthropic、OpenAI、SEC、FutureSearch、CNBC

Facts:
- OpenAI’s ARR reached about $25 billion in February 2026 and then plateaued
- Still around $25B in July
- Projected 2026 loss: $14 billion
- GAAP losses could reach $33 billion
- Cumulative losses forecast: approximately $115 billion by 2029
- FutureSearch forecasts OpenAI's median ARR will be approximately $44 billion by mid-2027

## China Evergrande's Xu Jiayin sentenced to life in prison; all personal assets confiscated

- Published: 2026-08-20T14:12:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6582450
- anchor: #n2107220
- Companies mentioned: 恆大集団、恆大地產

The Shenzhen Intermediate People's Court in Guangdong, China, found 恆大集団 and its founder Xu Jiayin guilty of financial fraud and other offenses, sentencing Xu to life in prison and ordering the confiscation of his assets. The ruling could send shockwaves through China's real estate industry.

## Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)—41st fiscal period (2025/12/01–2026/05/31)

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:30:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC41%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F12%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F05%2F31)-2026-08-20%2015%3A30
- anchor: #n2107469
- Companies mentioned: 大和証券オフィス投資法人

大和証券オフィス投資法人が第41期（2025/12/01-2026/05/31）の有価証券報告書を提出した。

## Securities report—40th fiscal year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

- Published: 2026-08-20T15:16:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC40%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F06%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F05%2F31)-2026-08-20%2015%3A16
- anchor: #n2107463

PharmaRise Holdings Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 40th fiscal period. It covers the period from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026.

## As we get older, does our immune system really weaken? Can exercise help?

- Published: 2026-08-20T17:01:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608201600.html
- anchor: #n2112445

## 友合生化 (4118) proposes an 80% capital reduction to offset losses; record date set for 8/19 - Global Bio & Investment

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=89608&kind=21
- anchor: #n2112480
- Companies mentioned: 友合生化、4118

## Suddenly have a bald patch? Chinese medicine physician explains the causes, treatment, and care for alopecia areata - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-20T16:24:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/385823
- anchor: #n2112505
- Companies mentioned: Heho健康

Facts:
- Ms. Liu, age 55
- About the size of a coin