# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-22 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 115 items from 4 sources; Japan, 22 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 孔令信’s view: Don’t let politics destroy the fourth estate—BBC and NHK can forge their own paths, so why can’t Taiwan’s public television?

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158078
- anchor: #n2154308

Media figures have criticized political interference in Taiwan's public broadcaster, the Public Television Service, and the resulting damage to its independence. Comparing it with the BBC and NHK, they discuss the importance of the broadcaster's management policies and political neutrality.

## 鄧鴻源’s view: The impact of 翁曉玲’s cuts to 文化部’s media publicity budget

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158044
- anchor: #n2154309
- Companies mentioned: 文化部、立法院

Taiwan's 立法院 has cut 文化部's 47.38 million yen media promotion budget for the 2nd consecutive year. 翁曉玲 called it unnecessary spending, while experts warned that the move could weaken the country's ability to promote its culture internationally.

## 王慶民’s view: From epics in text to heroes on screen—仲樹 and Nolan discuss《奧德賽》and the evolution of human expression

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158092
- anchor: #n2154310

A discussion between cultural scholar 仲樹 and film director Nolan has drawn attention, analyzing the differences between the ancient Odyssey and modern visual storytelling. It also examines the shift in expressive forms from text to images and the influence of historical contexts on cultural works.

## Opinion submission: The political signal of “disturbing someone’s sleep”—another perspective on public interactions between 蔡英文 and 陳其邁

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157701
- anchor: #n2154046
- Companies mentioned: 蔡英文、陳其邁、民進黨、賴清德、蔣萬安

Facts:
- 《高雄，緊緊緊！2314天極限轉型》
- Through December 25 this year

## Opinion submission: Is 蔣介石 an “asset” or a “liability” for 蔣萬安?

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157770
- anchor: #n2154047

A Taiwanese political commentary article examines the relationship between Chiang Wan-an and Chiang Kai-shek, exploring the latter's influence on Chiang Wan-an's political career. It also critically discusses recent controversies surrounding Chiang Wan-an.

## 陳國祥’s view: The “AI Cold War” is becoming a hot war among great powers—China has an engineering talent advantage

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11152303
- anchor: #n2154049
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Google、Microsoft、Meta、華為、寒武紀、燧原、壁仞、NVIDIA、AMD、Intel、Qualcomm、麻省理工學院、史丹佛大學、卡內基梅隆大學、加州大學柏克萊分校

Facts:
- The coordinated deployment that would take the United States 3–5 years to achieve
- The United States launched the “Genesis Mission” in November 2025

## 陳羋妡’s view: Xi Shi and tycoon Fan Li’s love nest was in Jiaxing, Zhejiang—how is this city connected to Taiwan?

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157174
- anchor: #n2154048
- Companies mentioned: 富美兴集团、嘉兴世合新农村开发有限公司、敏实集团、台升集团

## 胡又天’s column: The《澎湖海戰》controversy—the four-way contest among Westerners, tower factions, flag factions and Han Chinese

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157005
- anchor: #n2154050
- Companies mentioned: 《澎湖海戰》、《康熙王朝》、《經濟學人》、《民族團結促進法》

## 梁幼祥’s view: The DPP’s haphazard subsidies contrasted with《只此青綠》

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158314
- anchor: #n2154051

The mainland dance drama《只此青綠》has drawn enthusiastic audiences in Taiwan, prompting additional performances and moving viewers to tears. 梁幼祥 uses it to criticize the DPP for neglecting traditional culture and handing out subsidies indiscriminately, stressing that cultural resonance transcends politics.

## Opinion submission: The 10,000 dollars don’t need a “green label”—賴清德’s universal dividend and 沈伯洋’s “two-faced rhetoric”

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157351
- anchor: #n2154053
- Companies mentioned: 民進党、国民党、台湾人民党

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced that ¥10,000 would be distributed to all citizens next year, highlighting contradictions in the policy positions of different parties.

## Netflix’s《毛骨悚然的戀愛》loses out! The champion of August’s top 10 Korean dramas is this one: It is rated higher than《公寓黑風暴》and is so satisfying you can’t stop watching

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158356
- anchor: #n2154052
- Companies mentioned: Netflix、GOODDATA、FUNdex、imdb、APPELLO

Facts:
- No. 10 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 9 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 8 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 7 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 6 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 5 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 4 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 3 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 2 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- No. 1 among August’s most talked-about Korean dramas
- 金慧峻 plays 南多凜, who has followed top idol 李燦 for 12 years
- After ending her 3-year parental leave, she returned to the workplace

## Opinion submission: Let chickens just be chickens—when “養雞球” is packaged as a feel-good innovation

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157318
- anchor: #n2154054

Animal welfare advocates have criticized the "chicken-rearing ball" devised by a village chief in Changhua City, citing concerns that it restricts chickens' natural behavior.

## Opinion submission: From the universal 10,000-dollar payout and the refusal to countersign the “Future Account” to stalled child welfare and collapsing fiscal discipline

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157808
- anchor: #n2154055

A bill proposed by Taiwan's opposition parties to establish a "Taiwan Future Account" passed, but the Executive Yuan refused to countersign it. Instead, it announced a policy to provide ¥10,000 to all residents, prompting criticism over a double standard on fiscal discipline.

## Opinion submission: The restoration of the gentry that destroyed the nation and the party

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157076
- anchor: #n2154056

An analysis article examines the return of the "gentry clans" in Taiwanese politics. It considers the issue from its historical background to the island's current political landscape and criticizes the power structures behind the rivalry between the Blue and Green camps.

## Opinion submission: The military’s adoption of unmanned vehicles cannot wait—why is the Chinese Communist Party so eager to block Taiwan’s unmanned warfare revolution?

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157402
- anchor: #n2154057
- Companies mentioned: 台湾行政院、国防部

台湾行政院提出《国防自主无人载具采购特别条例》，规划2026-2031年编列最高2100亿元预算，采购无人机和无人艇等装备，以应对中国解放军的军事威胁。北京对这一计划高度关注，认为台湾的无人作战能力将挑战解放军的登陆优势。

## Just wanting your grandmother to feel the warmth of your hand amid endless drifting: An excerpt from The Second Romance of Men (2)

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155934
- anchor: #n2153889
- Companies mentioned: 聯經

## Waste at a vacant lot in Tainan's Annan District catches fire and explodes, spreading to 8 homes and affecting 20 vehicles; 13 people taken to hospital

- Published: 2026-08-22T08:47:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608220013.aspx
- anchor: #n2154398
- Companies mentioned: Facebook

Facts:
- Spread to 8 homes
- 36 residents near the vacant lot evacuated

## Taiwan's defense budget surpasses NT$1 trillion for the first time; U.S. scholar says Lai administration is sending the right signal

- Published: 2026-08-22T08:47:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608220012.aspx
- anchor: #n2154399
- Companies mentioned: George Mason University、白宮、北大西洋公約組織、退輔會、海巡署

Facts:
- Overall defense budget reaches NT$1.1225 trillion
- Overall defense budget exceeds NT$1 trillion for the first time, topping 3% of GDP
- Next year’s defense budget will reach 3.93% of GDP
- Defense accounts for 3.01%
- Target of 5% of GDP by 2030
- The Ministry of National Defense's portion totals NT$691.9 billion
- NT$218.2 billion in special budgets already allocated or planned
- NT$60.7 billion in non-business special funds
- GDP projected at NT$37.3 trillion for fiscal year 116

## Strong southwesterly winds and a low-pressure belt bring heavy-rain threat to Tainan, Kaohsiung and Pingtung

- Published: 2026-08-22T08:39:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220011.aspx
- anchor: #n2154390
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Localized heavy rain or torrential rain is possible in Tainan City, Kaohsiung City and Pingtung County

## Deng Kai-wei returns to 大聯盟, bolstering the Astros' bullpen

- Published: 2026-08-22T08:38:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608220010.aspx
- anchor: #n2154391
- Companies mentioned: 大聯盟、休士頓太空人隊、運動家、3A、休士頓紀事報

Facts:
- 27-year-old Deng Kai-wei
- Gave up 2 runs in 4.1 innings
- 3.12 ERA
- 5 appearances

## Good morning, World》Tax Act amendment passes third reading; NT$151,500 tax exemption for minor children applies to filings next year

- Published: 2026-08-22T08:21:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608225001.aspx
- anchor: #n2154380
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、財政部、台灣綜合研究院、台綜院、央行、阿提哈德航空、美光科技、三星電子、SK海力士、Anthropic、董氏基金會、衛福部、國健署

Facts:
- Tax exemption for minor children increased by 50% to NT$151,500
- An estimated 2.37 million people will benefit
- Tax savings of about NT$8 billion
- Economic growth rate was 12% in July
- The economic growth rate in the second quarter was 12.7%.
- New mortgage lending by 5 major banks totaled NT$69.109 billion in July
- Full-year net loss of nearly $42 billion in 2025

## 美國最高法院 temporarily allows 白宮 ballroom construction to continue; Trump scores a temporary victory

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:34:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220009.aspx
- anchor: #n2154229
- Companies mentioned: 美國最高法院、白宮、真實社群

Facts:
- Before his second term ends in January 2029

## Weather Administration issues heavy-rain advisory; localized heavy rain or torrential rain possible in Tainan and the Kaohsiung-Pingtung area

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:21:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220008.aspx
- anchor: #n2154116
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Today (22)

## Oil prices rise on Middle East tensions and Asian demand

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:56:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608220007.aspx
- anchor: #n2154041

Oil prices rose amid tensions in the Middle East and demand in Asia. Prices ended the week higher.

Facts:
- WTI crude oil October futures closed at $87.06 in the New York market.
- North Sea Brent crude oil October futures closed at $94.39 in the London market.

## Investors focus on U.S. efforts to lower long-term borrowing costs; most U.S. stocks rise

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:08:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608220006.aspx
- anchor: #n2153949

Investors assessed the U.S. Treasury's policy to lower long-term borrowing costs, and most U.S. stocks closed higher.

## Growing U.S. opposition to AI data centers? Anthropic IPO prospectus expected to list risk factor

- Published: 2026-08-22T08:01:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584091
- anchor: #n2154242
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SpaceX

Anthropic is preparing for an IPO as opposition to AI data center construction grows in the United States, a development set to be disclosed as a financial risk. It could directly affect the company's growth.

## 〈Energy Market Close〉Trump threatens sanctions on Iran's allies; oil prices gain about 6% for the week

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:58:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584081
- anchor: #n2154243
- Companies mentioned: Again Capital、Empire FX、Price Futures Group

Former President Trump threatened sanctions against Iran's allies, heightening concerns about tight oil supplies and driving international oil prices up about 6% for the week. Geopolitical risks are dominating the market.

## 〈Precious Metals Close〉Expanded U.S. buybacks of long-term bonds spur buying; gold surges more than 5% for the week, extending winning streak to 3 weeks

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:45:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584080
- anchor: #n2154244
- Companies mentioned: 道通証券（TD Securities）、高盛（Goldman Sachs）、米財務省、連邦準備制度（Fed）

米財政省が長期国債の買戻しを拡大すると発表し、ドル安進行で金価格が週間で5%以上上昇。3カ月ぶり高値を更新し、投機資金と技術的要因が相乗して買われている。

## SpaceX receives another sell rating; analyst says stock could fall 25%

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:40:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584092
- anchor: #n2154245
- Companies mentioned: DZ Bank、FactSet

SpaceX received a "sell" rating, with analysts warning that its share price could fall. Its massive investments in AI and satellite communications are in focus.

## Bessent's surprise move to buy back long-term bonds; Trump distances himself: 'I didn't order it!'

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584094
- anchor: #n2154246

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent expanded the scale of long-term bond buybacks, but President Trump denied that the move was at his direction. Long-term yields are rising again amid lingering concerns about market liquidity and the budget deficit.

## 〈New York Foreign Exchange Market〉U.S. dollar falls to 3-month low, weekly losses widen

- Published: 2026-08-22T07:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6583777
- anchor: #n2154247

The U.S. dollar fell to a 3-month low, down about 0.9% for the week. The decline was driven by concerns over the budget deficit and U.S. Treasury intervention in the bond market, which could affect market confidence.

## Iranian president: It is time to end the U.S.-Iran war!

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:56:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584086
- anchor: #n2153981

伊朗の裴澤スキアン大統領は、美伊戦争の終結を呼びかけつつ、アメリカの攻撃には強力な反撃を警告。停戦協議の期限切れと経済制裁の強化が両国間の緊張を高めている。

## Trump says U.S.-Canada deal is 'nearly settled'; auto tariffs could fall from 25% to 15%

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:46:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584088
- anchor: #n2153982
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ政府、加拿大政府

U.S. President Trump announced that negotiations on a U.S.-Canada trade deal were nearly complete. Automobile tariffs could be cut from 25% to 15%, with expected impacts on industries in both countries.

## 〈U.S. Stocks After Hours〉U.S. stocks rebound after losses! Dow gains more than 500 points, but high yields remain a cloud; all 3 major indexes post weekly losses

- Published: 2026-08-22T06:18:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6583789
- anchor: #n2153983
- Companies mentioned: Merck、Johnson & Johnson、Morgan Stanley、Citigroup、Robinhood、Moderna、Tesla、SpaceX、Marvell、Alphabet、Alibaba、Nvidia

U.S. stocks rebounded Friday, but all 3 major indexes fell for the week as Treasury yields rose. Bitcoin gained 22%, sending related stocks sharply higher.

## See which car models will see major reductions starting in Reiwa 9!

- Published: 2026-08-22T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1353332
- anchor: #n2154201

Facts:
- A difference of more than ¥1 million
- The price can change by hundreds of thousands of yen

## [Manga] A nervous new medical representative had surprisingly impressive presentation materials!

- Published: 2026-08-22T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1349683
- anchor: #n2154200

## Surveying doctors’ car-buying habits: What are their budgets and how do they use auto loans?

- Published: 2026-08-22T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1349357
- anchor: #n2154199
- Companies mentioned: DocpediaLIFESTYLE