AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-20 21:00–24:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 84 items from 4 sources; Japan, 14 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 男子涉毒駕撞死騎士棄車逃逸 橋院依累犯加重判刑20年https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118259Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:39:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Brothers’ De Paula tosses 7 scoreless innings to beat Dragons; exits with cramps, admits he wanted to go the distancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118257Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:35:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Democratic Republic of the Congo receives 70,000 Ebola vaccine doses, but effectiveness against current strain remains unconfirmedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118258Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:31:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Seoul’s Gangnam district expands late-night autonomous taxi fleet to 19, making rides more convenienthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118195Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:25:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 川普 scales back U.S.-South Korea military exercises; 金與正 says Seoul is getting its “comeuppance”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118147Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:08:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115202: No jackpot winnerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118141Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:07:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115202 was held, with no jackpot winner. Results for the 3-Star and 4-Star games are included. Power Lottery draw No. 115067: No jackpot winnerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118142Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:05:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Power Lottery draw No. 115067 was held, with no jackpot or second-prize winners. Tibetans in India mourn self-immolation protester, urge international attention to human rights in Tibethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118138Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:02:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Will China’s export controls on key materials affect Taiwanese manufacturers? Ministry says short-term impact is manageablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118139Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:02:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Coastal-use permit revoked; 中油 says construction of the third LNG terminal’s outer breakwater will not be affectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118140Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:01:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA EU imposes tariffs on low-value parcels; Lithuania’s imports from China plungehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118077Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:56:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 越南國壽 acquires subordinated financial bonds issued by the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118014Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:51:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Budapest’s Széchenyi Thermal Bath to undergo autumn renovation, preserving architecture and improving service qualityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118015Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:49:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. Treasury yields rebound, Wall Street stocks open lowerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118016Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:49:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 光州雙年展 changes 台灣館 name; curator puzzled by shift in stancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118012Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:35:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Streaming video subscriber survey: average monthly spending of NT$355; 22% spend more than NT$500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118013Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:28:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 陸委會民調：多數民眾支持維持現狀 拒絕兩岸統一https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118011Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:22:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nearly 4,500 heat-related deaths in Spain since June, the highest for the same period in 4 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118010Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:19:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cat urine is a “scent calling card”: Study reveals how cats recognize fatty acidshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118006Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:08:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Who killed driving schools? China is expected to see their number fall by 1/4 within 5 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118005Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:02:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan Lottery draw No. 115067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117882Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan Lottery draw No. 115067 was held on August 20, with the winning numbers for the first and second zones announced. Er Ya Classics releases e-books, bringing 10 authors’ works back to readershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117883Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:50:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 今彩539第115202期開獎https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117879Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:43:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 瓊斯盃高國豪飆9記三分彈 台灣白退馬來西亞闖4強https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117880Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:41:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA French scholar: Taiwan holds drills every year; Europe should learn from it amid Russian and Chinese threatshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117881Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:40:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Starlux’s “Air Mountain Gold” and “Air Mountain Silver” aircraft meet for the first time in Tokyo Naritahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117876Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:38:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 酷日本機構連年累積巨額赤字 經產省擬廢除https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117877Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:36:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA MAC: U.S.-China ties are relaxed on the surface but tense underneath; Trump-Xi meeting should take place as scheduled in Septemberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117874Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:32:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chou Tien-chen in good form, easily beats Japanese opponent to reach the top 8 at the Badminton World Championshipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117875Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:30:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Questions raised over alleged illegal use of influencer Joeman’s mansion; 新北市府 to conduct inspectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117810Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:27:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kaohsiung mayor’s first call with British Prime Minister 柏南 focuses on cooperation for international peace and stabilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117811Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:25:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heat wave hits Germany, claims 14,000 lives this summerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117812Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:25:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHeat waves in Germany this summer caused 14,000 deaths, a record high. Extreme heat and drought not only affected public health but also agriculture and transportation, with countries across Europe severely affected. Tsai Ing-wen praises Su Chiao-hui as stronger than herself; Lee Szu-chuan pushes for underground railway in Shulinhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117760Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:23:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Anwar’s remarks on Taiwan spark controversy; 大馬台商總會 worries they could make investors more cautious about expanding investmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117761Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:21:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA South Korean military: North Korea fires more than 10 short-range ballistic missiles; close monitoring continueshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117759Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:19:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan Cycling Festival gets promotional support from Li Hao-chenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117756Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:12:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan branches of 28 foreign banks post record-high net worthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117757Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:09:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan branches of 28 foreign banks posted recent highs in assets, net worth and profits. The Financial Supervisory Commission said their operations in Taiwan were steady and that they were actively supporting the Asia Asset Management Center policy. After criticism from manager Yeh, moved to the bullpen; Kuo Yu-cheng: He wants the best for ushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117758Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:09:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊投手郭郁政因比賽失誤遭總教練葉君璋批評，近期定位改為中繼。他將批評視為父親般的期許，專注把握出賽機會。 台灣地方政府聯合會 initiative seeks to promote exchanges of experience at the subnational levelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117752Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:03:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan and Lithuania sign another agreement to support Ukraine, each contributing US$5 million to help build resilience for reconstructionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117753Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:02:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kuo Hsing-chun bonds with Asian Games barbells; maker thoughtfully engraves “Hsing Nian”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117754Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 17歲跆拳道新星王婕菱亞運初登場 超期待想吃拉麵https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117691Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:58:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Could China’s new entry-exit rules leave people unable to return to Taiwan? Taiwan Affairs Office: Taiwanese are Chinese citizens and need not worry about risks when traveling to mainland Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118078Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:59:02 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Mainland China announced new immigration rules, and in response to concerns from Taiwan authorities, the Taiwan Affairs Office stressed that Taiwanese people are Chinese citizens and that travel across the Strait poses no risk. Trump orders cuts to U.S.-South Korea military drills; South Korean military says North Korea test-fired more than 10 short-range ballistic missileshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118079Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:50:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒North Korea launched about 10 short-range ballistic missiles. South Korea's military heightened its alert and coordinated with the US and Japan. The Trump administration scaled back US-South Korea joint exercises and signaled an openness to dialogue. 聯電股價蒸發70元還能買？專家曝「抄底價在這」：短線反彈可能贏過台積電https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118080Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:37:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒UMC shares fell to NT$115.5 after enthusiasm for AI cooled. Financial writer Chen Zhongming called it a chance for a short-term rebound and forecast NT$100 as the bottom. He also compared the company with 台積電. Everyone can get money! Domestic travel subsidy offers savings of up to 3700 on weekday stays; registration method and rules at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118081Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:32:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan's Tourism Administration announced a “Tourism Two-Wheel Drive Plan” with an investment of ¥3.33 billion, aiming to promote weekday travel and strengthen international tourism. It will roll out 9 measures, including lodging subsidies, birthday-month perks and support for corporate trips. Where did the annual budget for disadvantaged groups go? Presidential Office used government confidential funds to buy mooncakes; Hsieh Han-ping blasts it, saying it proves the opposition was right to cut fundshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118082Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:10:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After the Legislative Yuan cut and froze the Presidential Office's special state affairs expenses, orders for mooncakes from 37 sheltered workshops were canceled. Media personality Xie Hanbing criticized the budget's lack of transparency and argued that the opposition's cuts were justified. Major shift in U.S. forces in the Middle East? Iran conflict heavily damages Gulf bases, prompting Washington to consider moving forces westhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117945Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:55:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The US Department of Defense is considering whether to leave bases in the Middle East damaged in clashes with Iran unreconstructed and move troops westward. This may signal a strategic realignment by the US and is linked to the rising priority of countering China. Wagyu fans, gather for lunch! Famous Kyoto Gion yakiniku restaurant expands to Chun Da Zhi, offering three ways to enjoy Omi beef and an exquisite steak sandwichhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117946Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:52:50 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Luxury yakiniku restaurant Yakiniku Gyusho Shin, which originated in Kyoto's Gion district, opened at Spring City Dazhi in Taipei in its first Taiwan expansion. It offers an authentic wagyu experience at lunchtime, featuring Omi beef served in san chi style and tableside preparation by specialist staff. Kaohsiung refinery site to become a semiconductor hub! Nanzih Park urban plan change approved, paving the way for a 182-hectare technology clusterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117947Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:49:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒高雄市通過楠梓園區都計變更，原煉油廠轉型為182公頃半導體聚落。此舉支持台積電先進製程布局，對高雄產業升級至關重要。 Rate hike in September? Expert reveals “what the Fed is quietly buying”: Treasury yields are key to whether a rate hike is necessaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117948Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:48:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Minutes from the US Federal Reserve's July FOMC meeting showed concerns about inflation, but analysts pointed to continued quantitative easing rather than interest-rate hikes. The increase in government bond holdings reflects the reality of policy. Anwar responds to controversy over support for unification by force: Malaysia’s support for the “one China” position has never changed; hopes for a peaceful resolution across the Taiwan Straithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117692Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:55:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar reaffirmed the “one China” policy and called for a peaceful resolution in the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan's Foreign Ministry strongly criticized his remarks and voiced concern about their impact on regional stability and investor confidence. Blue-white campaign alliance hits a snag? Chiang Wan-an won’t make individual appearances for minor TPP candidates; Yeh Yuan-chih warns resentment could build, and TPP supporters may not even vote for Chianghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117693https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117693Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:53:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an will not campaign individually for Taiwan People’s Party candidates, participating only in joint campaign events. Kuomintang legislator Yeh Yuan-chih warned that this could fuel resentment between opposition parties, hinder coordination for the 2028 election and affect democracy’s prospects. Chang Chia-chun joins Chang San-cheng to discuss film special effects, pushing for Yunlin’s young film talent to connect with the worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117951Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:47:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chang Chia-chun, a candidate for Yunlin County magistrate, spoke with Wētā FX CEO Xie An at a film technology forum in Taoyuan City and announced plans to promote cultural preservation and youth development through AI and VFX technology. This is an important step for local revitalization and international cooperation. Kaohsiung Airport upgrades immigration clearance! Lee Kun-tse calls for improved passenger services and international standardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117952Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:46:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Legislator Li Kun-ze and others inspected Kaohsiung International Airport and stressed the need to improve customs clearance efficiency and prepare for internationalization. They called for additional security inspection lanes and better passenger services, and also proposed improving check-in procedures for budget airlines. 曝政府砍1225億社宅預算！民團批「轉頭花2倍錢普發1萬」：說財政負擔太大誰信？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117694Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:22:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣內政部大幅削減社會住宅興建預算1225億元，轉向租金補貼政策，民間團體OURs批評此舉違背總統賴清德13萬戶社宅承諾，且財政說詞矛盾，因同時推動耗資2357億元的普發現金政策。 Bulgaria’s F-16V delivery severely delayed! Lockheed Martin production line problems mean aircraft may not arrive until 2030 at the earliesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117695Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Delivery of the F-16V fighter jets ordered by Bulgaria has been significantly delayed until 2030 due to production problems at ロッキード・マーティン. The delay could seriously affect plans to modernize the air force. Cathay Life’s Wuri High-Speed Rail commercial building is expected to be completed by the end of 2031, with 17 floors above ground and 3 basement levelshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117696Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:11:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Cathay Life’s board approved the contract for the first phase of ground engineering work on its Wuri High-Speed Rail commercial building in Taichung. The contract, worth NT$605 million, was awarded to 三井工程, a company in the same group. The mixed-use commercial development is expected to be completed by the end of 2031 and is considered strategically significant. Blueberries cheer on baseball dreams: CPBL community outreach train heads to Taitung, bringing soil and water conservation education and local produce to the fieldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117697Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:05:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒農業部水土保持署臺中分署攜手中華職棒舉辦『中職回饋列車』，前進臺東推廣水保教育與國產藍莓，結合棒球夢與食農教育。 Winners of the Baishatun Mazu painting contest announced; top 3 works will first be displayed in the county government corridor, depicting family bonds and devotionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117744Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:28:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The results of the “2026 Baishatun Mazu Painting Contest,” jointly hosted by the Miaoli County Government and Baishatun Gongtian Temple, were announced, and winning entries will be displayed at the county government building. The event is an important cultural initiative supporting young people's expressions of faith. Does the Fed need to raise rates even as Treasuries sell off? Daly says Fed credibility is not under threathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118017Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:00:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Daly, former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, said movements in the US Treasury market showed no crisis in the Fed's credibility and that there was little need for a preemptive rate hike. The remarks are an important indication of monetary policy stability. U.S. premarket: Bessent’s bond market rescue lasted just one day! Major indexes open lower, Dow plunges more than 300 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118018Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:39:14 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網US stocks fell on the 20th as the 30-year Treasury yield rose again and oil prices climbed. Missed earnings targets at ウォルマート hurt retail stocks, strengthening investors' risk aversion. Earnings: Is AI becoming another money pit? Ant Group’s profit barely grew last quarterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118019Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:20:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Ant Group, an Alibaba affiliate, saw profit growth come close to zero after making massive investments in AI and healthcare. Its business units are becoming more independent and raising external funding, with corporate restructuring underway ahead of any resumption of an IPO. 2026 World Robot Conference showcases the shift toward mass production and practical applications of embodied AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118020Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The 2026 World Robot Conference opened in Beijing, as the practical application of embodied AI gathered pace. 宇樹科技 drew attention with its planned STAR Market listing, while capital markets increasingly focused on performance indicators such as shipments and repeat-purchase rates. Earnings: AI costs too much! Alibaba’s profit plunged nearly eight-tenths last quarter; ADRs briefly fell 4% before the market openedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117884Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 Bessent’s bond market rescue lasted just one day! U.S. Treasury yields have almost fully reboundedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117885Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:41:12 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網US Treasury yields fell temporarily after the Treasury Department announced buybacks, but had almost fully rebounded by the following day. Short-term government intervention cannot address structural funding needs and could also undermine market confidence. China’s 2 AI chip leaders release first-half 2026 results: Revenue surges, but R&D and profitability divergehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117886Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:30:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Chinese AI chip companies Moore Threads and Hanwei posted strong revenue growth in the first half of 2026. However, clear differences emerged in their paths to monetization and research and development strategies, driving further polarization in the industry. 聯亞7月受惠矽光產品出貨放量 單月獲利EPS 2.07元、年增近5倍https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117630Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:04:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 Trump threatens to isolate Iran! Beijing says an economic war cannot solve the crisishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117631Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網China's Foreign Ministry pushed back after US President Trump declared economic war on Iran and its trading partners, calling for a diplomatic solution. The move could affect US-China relations and energy trade. U.S. debt surges to $40 trillion: What does it mean for the United States and the world?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117632Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:50:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網US federal debt has exceeded $40 trillion. It has doubled since 2017, amounting to $116,000 in debt per person. Concerns are growing over the expanding risks to global finance. 逾9成要「加碼」！CRIF調查：台灣虛擬資產普及率達15%門檻 企業端破2成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117633Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:38:36 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A CRIF survey found that virtual asset adoption in Taiwan has exceeded 16.7% among individuals and 20% among businesses. The market is moving into a phase of institutionalization and practical use, and more than 90% of existing users plan to maintain or increase their holdings over the next 3 years. Anke Biomedical and National Taiwan University Hospital complete thousand-person study targeting health screening opportunities for sleep apneahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117634Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:36:43 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Anke Biomedical and National Taiwan University Hospital completed a thousand-person study. Its "安克呼止偵" system achieved a 94.8% confirmed diagnosis rate in screening for sleep apnea, helping expand the health screening market. The results have clinical validation value. Investors not convinced? Shein delays Hong Kong listing to Sept. 1 as valuation shrinks by more than seven-tenthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117635Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:30:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 Pop Mart reports first-half revenue of 17.17 billion yuan, with hit IP "Star Man" growing more than 580%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117636Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:20:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Pop Mart, a leading Chinese trendy-toy company, posted revenue of 17.17 billion yuan and net profit of 5.04 billion yuan in the first half of 2026. Its “Star Man” IP grew by more than 580%, with the domestic market driving growth. 續升綠能 partners with 天鷹資本, signs 20-year, 26.3 MW renewable power purchase agreementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117637Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:06:49 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網續升綠能 and 天鷹資本 signed a 20-year, 26.3 MW corporate power purchase agreement, supplying more than 32 million kilowatt-hours of renewable electricity annually and strengthening corporate carbon reduction and energy transition plans, in a deal with significance for the industry. TV anime “BanG Dream! Yume∞Mita” unveils “My Type” visuals! A roundup of new anime updates, including the music video for the episode 10 insert song and a special digest video!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118260Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 触感センシングのディープテックスタートアップ、ロボセンサー技研株式会社が設立10周年を迎えました。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118194Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:20:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES KDDI launches “KDDI Beyond Borders Accelerator” to support overseas expansion by startups from Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118143Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES ジャガー・ルクルト、銀座に新たなフラッグシップブティックをオープンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118144Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:08:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Online rebroadcast on Sep. 2] Following strong demand, rebroadcast of the report presentation on the survey “Current Status of Document and Data Management and the Use of Generative AI in Local Governments”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118146Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【にじさんじ】フレン・E・ルスタリオ 1st Mini Album『FACETS』2026年12月2日(水)発売！さらに、2027年2月6日(土)に初のソロライブ開催決定！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118145Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Global CCUS market forecast to grow to US$16.53 billion by 2034, with a projected CAGR of 15.3%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118007Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:14:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Event report] Organizational transformation begins with “deconstructing assumptions” among executives. Imagina holds a seminar in Osaka using an assessment developed in partnership with the University of Cambridge in the UKhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118009Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Details revealed for the latest “Lineage 2M” update, “SANCTUARY: A Miracle That Revives the Front Line”! A class reboot for the “Orb” weapon type and events marking the 2nd anniversary of Reserve World are planned!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2118008Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Furusato Nozei should be about more than just the “donation amount.” Study session in Fukushima Prefecture explores how to put it to work for local communities!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117944Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:45:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Supporting Nagakute City's extracurricular school sports activities on holidays with professional management. Aiming to achieve both work-style reform for teachers and a rich sports and cultural environment for childrenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117878Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [96% Eiken pass rate] Inside Eigo Juku Everest’s “Eiken preparation that gets results”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117809Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:17:37 +0900JapanPR TIMES World first! “MIRAI SPEAKER EAR,” an ear-cuff-style sound collector with hearing adjustment function※1, goes on sale to the general public starting Aug. 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117755Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES トラウマのカウンセリングをオンラインで全国対応｜認知行動療法カウンセリングセンターが2026年8月より専門センターを開設https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117690Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:50:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES 2026-08-20 biotech stocks: (gainers) 保瑞 10%, 禾榮科 10%, 北極星藥業-KY 9.85%; (decliners) 台微醫 3.75%, 商之器 2.19%, 豪展 1.89% - Global Biotech Monthlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117806Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 2026-08-20 institutional trading: (net buys) 康霈* 2668 lots, 健喬 2092 lots, 國光生 1954 lots; (net sells) 藥華藥 385 lots, 晟德 355 lots, 大江 300 lots - Global Biotech Monthlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117805Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 08/20 Biotech Stock News - Global Biotech Monthlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117804Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 漢田生技(1294)8/25受邀參加「櫃買市場業績發表會」-環球生技月刊https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117803Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 高端疫苗(6547)8/25受邀參加永豐金證券舉辦之法人說明會-環球生技月刊https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117802Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 康霈(6919)8/31受邀參加元大證券舉辦之線上法人說明會-環球生技月刊https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117801Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 圓點奈米(6797) appoints 謝志遠 as finance head - Global Biotech Monthlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117800Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 圓點奈米(6797) appoints 黃勝彥 as acting spokesperson - Global Biotech Monthlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117799Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 08/20 Biotech Stock News - Global Biotech Monthlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260820-21/index-en.html#n2117793Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊