AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-24 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 716 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 86 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en A webinar will be held on the theme, “How should sustainability data be managed and controlled ahead of mandatory SSBJ disclosures?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198934Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 10 junior and senior high school students learn “how a company works” through cleaning jobs: おそうじ革命 holds a 2-day work experience program in 東京都https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198852https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198852Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [From “connecting” data to “organizing” it] The data foundations that will determine success in the age of AI agents. “AI × Data Weekly Insight” now available free of chargehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198851https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198851Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “ジョブアンテナ熊本,” a job-matching service specializing in Kumamoto, surpassed 15,000 registered members on August 24https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199550Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Nonstop rain in Tainan; entrances to National Highway 1’s Rende Interchange temporarily closed in both directionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200084Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:43:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台科大 verifies that plasma-activated water boosts microalgae’s carbon fixation efficiency, supporting a low-carbon circular economyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200029Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:38:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Beirong Fenglin long-term care facility introduces AI to deliver precise care to the communityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200030Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:38:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship: Taiwan sweeps 伊拉克 for first preliminary-round winhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200031Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:37:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Unrelenting heavy rain in Pingtung floods roads in several locations; more than 700 people evacuated from mountain areashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200032Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:35:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain and a barrier lake prompt closure of forest recreation areas in Hualienhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200033Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:34:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Garbage mountain collapses onto homes in Guinea’s capital, killing 30 and seriously injuring 6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200035Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Falling rocks cause tire blowout and crash into mountainside on Taoyuan’s Provincial Highway 7 early on the 23rd; 3 injured and taken to hospitalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200034Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Lightning forms; no impact on Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200036https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200036Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Finance ministry: Loans under SME and microenterprise revitalization program approach NT$2.28 trillionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2200037Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA UCC to add 1 site in Tainan; Shih Chung-liang says 12-day emergency room boarding is unusualhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199842Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:20:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Crews clear fallen tree touching power lines; nearly 2,000 households in Tianzhong, Changhua, lose powerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199843Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:20:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Legislator Chen Hsueh-sheng’s office searched; 立法院 says it has no knowledge of case detailshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199839https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199839Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:16:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨 legislator Chen Hsueh-sheng was suspected of corruption and his office at 立法院 was searched at the direction of the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. 立法院 is cooperating with the investigation; prosecutors will provide details of the case. High school student crosses out Ann Kao’s name on award certificate to seek signature; Shen Po-yang says not to attack studenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199840https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199840Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:12:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA high school student sought Shen Po-yang’s signature on an award certificate with Ann Kao’s name crossed out, sparking discussion. Shen urged people not to attack the student. Heavy rain threat: 347 landslide alerts issued across Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung and eastern Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199841https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199841Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:10:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba raises huge sum; market reacts negatively at firsthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199738Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:07:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Memorial hall for China’s first self-selected bishop designated a model site for the Sinicization of Catholicismhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199736Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:02:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國民黨 legislator Chen Hsueh-sheng suspected of corruption; investigators conduct searchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199737Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA BTS concert kindness inspires donations; fans to help 40 families of children with cancer next monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199675Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:59:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Days of rain in Tainan cause side wall of historic East Great Gate to collapsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199610Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:56:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 7 Chinese military vessels and 2 government ships approach Taiwan; military keeps close watchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199608Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:47:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of National Defense detected 7 Chinese military vessels, 2 government ships and 2 sorties by Chinese military aircraft operating around the Taiwan Strait. The military is keeping close watch using aircraft, ships and shore-based missiles. Water in the Wanli Creek barrier lake drops by 1 million tons; red alert remains in the river channelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199609Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:46:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWater levels at the Wanli Creek barrier lake in Hualien have fallen, and the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency is maintaining a red alert for the river channel. Although the water volume has decreased by about 1 million tons, the impact of further rainfall on the dam still requires close monitoring. Washington closes streets for high-speed racing as Trump seeks to boost capital's popularityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199605Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:43:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Iranian hackers suspected of crippling British power plants; energy companies raise alert levelshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199606Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:43:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US threatens unprecedented financial offensive; Iran warns it will cut off Persian Gulf oil exportshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199607Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:40:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Tourism boom in Athens boosts flight numbers, straining air traffic control staffinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199551Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:37:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Ukraine marks 35th anniversary of independence; British PM Bainan to visit Kyivhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199552Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:36:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABritish Prime Minister Bainan will visit Kyiv to take part in celebrations marking the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence. The UK is providing a transfer of missile-assembly technology, demonstrating its long-term commitment to Ukraine's fight against Russia. US-Canada trade talks collapse as Washington and Ottawa trade barbshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199477Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:29:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA To keep China from getting ahead, 輝達 invests NT$191.1 billion in open-weight modelshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199478https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199478Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan stocks fluctuate around the flat line; 聯電 gainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199461Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:23:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China's Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission publishes repeated economic commentaries; Hong Kong media: seeks to stabilize expectations and unify thinking ahead of the Fifth Plenumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199462Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:22:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Late-night fire at Xinzhuang factory kills 1 migrant worker unable to escapehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199364Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:17:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man flees inspection into dead end and allegedly rams police while reversing; shot in chest and taken to hospitalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199257Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:05:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan stocks opened up 16.01 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199258Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:04:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Rain continues in Taitung; flooding reported in several areas of the valley and cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199259Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:03:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA The Taiwan dollar opened up 2.8 cents at NT$31.82https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199256Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:03:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA All limited express trains on the eastern trunk line and South Link line suspended from noon; 台鐵https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199106Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:37:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain alert in Hualien; access to Sixty Stone Mountain prohibited; Luntian and Mingli temporary roads closedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199104Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:34:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Wu Derong: Saudel is forecast to hit Taiwan as a moderate typhoon, with its storm radius covering most of the islandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199105Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:32:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 貿聯: Information systems hit by cybersecurity incident; response mechanism activatedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199010Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:19:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台股季線附近震盪 本週聚焦輝達財報https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199011Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:17:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Experts warn of militarization of AI and autonomous technology; China's production capacity poses a threat to Western securityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199006Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:12:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung and Taitung brace for localized torrential rain; Chiayi and Hualien for heavy rain.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198790Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:50:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Central Weather Administration issued a torrential rain advisory. Influenced by a tropical depression and southwesterly winds, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung and Taitung are expected to see extremely heavy rain. People in all areas should remain alert and take precautions. 魏大勳白宇輸了！陸劇最帥「眼鏡男神」TOP10冠軍是他：霸總味太超標、力壓張凌赫鄧凱封神https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199678https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199678Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In 2026, male characters wearing glasses in Chinese dramas have attracted attention, with Chen Xingxu named No. 1. Viewers are enthusiastic about how glasses transform a character, and actors’ changing images have become a talking point. One kind of dumpling from 全聯 is so good fans won’t buy another brand！Foodies call it a typhoon-day essential：large, generously filled, with chewy wrappers that burst with juice；easy to cook and won’t break apart.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199677Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwanese netizens have been discussing frozen dumpling brands on social media, with 及第 and 灣仔碼頭 earning high praise. Although some prefer freshly made market dumplings, frozen brands are popular for their convenience and consistent quality. Can unplugging appliances really save electricity？The Energy Administration says “never unplug these 3 appliances” because they can break easily；9 household appliances rack up costs even when switched off.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199676Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Energy Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs has issued energy-saving advice on the standby power consumption of home appliances. Unplugging some appliances can save electricity, but it warned that leaving refrigerators and bidet toilets without power for extended periods increases the risk of breakdowns. Breaking／Taipei prosecutors raid the office of KMT legislator Chen Hsueh-sheng！Chief Prosecutor Tseng Yang-ling leads the team.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199679Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:58:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan office of KMT legislator Chen Hsueh-sheng was searched by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. Chief Prosecutor Tseng Yang-ling led the operation. The reason for the search is unclear, but it has stirred controversy in political and judicial circles. A major Taiwanese bank set to merge！“103 branches across Taiwan to be transferred”；after 30 years, it will cease to exist as a company；merger and renaming schedule revealed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199680https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199680Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The merger of Taishin Bank and Shin Kong Bank was approved by the Financial Supervisory Commission. Taishin Bank will be the surviving company when the merger takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027. With assets of 4.7 trillion yuan, it will become the nation’s No. 7 bank, and its branch network will expand to 204 locations. Did Ko Chih-en and Chiang Chi-chen disagree with Weng Hsiao-ling’s proposed cuts and freezes to the “Confidential National Security Expenses”？A DPP legislator recounts what happened：they quietly disappeared before the vote.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199681https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199681Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:34:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒DPP legislator Chen Pei-yu alleged that KMT candidates Ko Chih-en and Chiang Chi-chen deliberately left before a vote in the Legislative Yuan and did not support Weng Hsiao-ling’s proposed cuts and freezes to the Presidential Office’s confidential expenses, sparking questions about political integrity. Renters take note！What is the maximum deposit a landlord can charge, and who fixes a broken air conditioner？A guide to landlords’ and tenants’ responsibilities.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199684Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Deposit and repair disputes are common in Taiwan’s rental market, and government regulations clearly define the responsibilities of landlords and tenants. Understanding the contract and keeping records can help prevent disputes. 水煮蛋不必再放滾水煮！內行主婦教簡單1招「免開火就香嫩快熟」，雞蛋Q彈好剝殼https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199683Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Long-established egg seller 協興蛋業 and culinary experts explain how to make perfect hard-boiled eggs. They share tips for peeling even fresh eggs and energy-saving cooking methods, offering practical advice for home cooks. What happens if you don’t pay National Pension premiums？Under the new rules taking effect in 115年, “these 2 benefits will increase”；will it affect Labor Insurance, and how much will you receive each month？Find out here.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199682Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s National Pension system will be revised starting in Year 115, with monthly premiums and benefits set to increase. The report also explains penalties for unpaid premiums and the effects on pension eligibility. Latest typhoon update》Typhoon Saudel could make landfall in Taiwan！Latest track shows “the storm’s outer circulation bringing torrential rain for these 2 days”；when skies will clear revealed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199685Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:27:26 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Weather expert Wu Derong warned that Typhoon Saudel could pass near northern Taiwan, with its storm zone potentially covering Taiwan on the 27th and 28th. People should watch for damaging torrential rain caused by a low-pressure system over the next 2 days. Waiting until 65 to claim Labor Insurance pension could cost you！Experts calculate the “best age to claim”；retire and stop working to receive 770,000 more than others.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199686https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199686Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:15:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The optimal age to begin receiving Labor Insurance pension benefits is said to be 62-63, with experts using calculations to explain the advantages of claiming early. The analysis highlights the importance of stable cash flow in an aging society. Retiring at 65？Don’t rush to claim Labor Insurance and Labor Pension benefits together！The two can be claimed separately, and claiming Labor Insurance early could cut monthly payments by 20%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199198Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Labor Insurance and Labor Pension are separate systems, and there is no need to receive both at the same time at age 65. Taking Labor Insurance benefits early results in a reduction of up to 20%, which remains in effect for life. More than just 3,200 yuan is available！Latest 2026 domestic travel subsidy increase：eligible people “can get an additional 4,000 yuan in spending money”；a roundup of offers across Taiwan’s counties and cities.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199197Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Tourism Administration has announced a domestic travel subsidy to encourage weekday stays. Fullon Hotels and Regent Taipei are offering additional perks, while local areas such as Hualien and Penghu are also joining in with their own subsidies. The goal is to stimulate travel demand. 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts are here！“Each person can receive up to 50000 yuan”；payments begin on 9/1；see the amounts, eligibility and payment dates for all 22 counties and cities.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199196Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Ahead of the 2026 Double Ninth Festival, Taiwan’s 22 counties and cities have announced senior-citizen gifts for older residents. People aged 65 and above are eligible, with payments of up to 20,000 yuan. Disbursements will begin on Sept. 1 and continue in stages. 【The Journalist】Besides not wanting to offend global social media platforms, there is also the “China factor”；the News Bargaining Act stalls, with the blue and green camps each having their reasons.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199199Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:50:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The “News Bargaining Act,” proposed by Taiwan’s communications scholars to address the squeeze on media revenue from global platforms, has made little progress in deliberations amid geopolitical pressure from the United States and China and political considerations. Meanwhile, PTT has banned a particular media outlet from posting. 【The Journalist】“We cannot accept Google and Facebook’s self-regulatory commitments wholesale”；former NCC commissioner urges safeguards against the loss of “digital sovereignty”.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199200Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:40:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former NCC commissioner Wang Wei-ching warned that Taiwan faces a loss of digital sovereignty in the AI era and called for the creation of an independent ecosystem. She said blindly accepting self-regulatory commitments from companies such as Google and Facebook could undermine Taiwan’s influence over news and culture. Don’t throw away secondhand items you no longer need at home！A roundup of donation and secondhand exchange options.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199203Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Across Taiwan, more people are giving away or exchanging unwanted household items for reuse. Organizations including the Taiwan Fund for Children and Families, Eden Social Welfare Foundation and Tzu Chi are accepting donations, with hopes of combining environmental protection and social support. After Work International》Stop focusing only on TSMC and Nvidia！Cheng Cheng-hua names 2 dark horses in the next AI wave：power-related stocks and optical communications.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199202Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Cheng Zhenghua of Tengxu Investment identified power and optical communications as dark horses in the next wave of AI. The trends are being driven by power constraints at data centers and demand for high-speed connections between GPUs. Why did Taiwan’s first rocket test launch end in a crash？Elon Musk’s SpaceX nearly went bankrupt, while South Korea spent 12 years；how much “tuition” will Taiwan pay to develop its own rockets？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199201Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A test launch of a satellite-launch vehicle by Taiwan’s National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology ended in self-destruction after an initial trajectory deviation, but experts say it yielded valuable data for technology development. Cases from SpaceX and South Korea’s rocket program illustrate the challenges and necessity of developing rockets independently. Behind the scenes》Taiwan’s top leadership is dissatisfied, while Japan’s political circles are baffled！What is going on with Taiwan’s representative to Japan, Lee Yi-yang？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199204Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A dispute over seating for Taiwan’s representative at Nagasaki’s atomic bombing peace ceremony has emerged. Taiwan’s representative to Japan, Lee Yi-yang, protested, while senior Taiwan government officials and Japanese politicians have expressed bewilderment. How far does a monthly salary of 6萬元 in Taipei go compared with Hong Kong？A meal and rent reveal the gap in living costs between the two cities.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198857Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒If someone earning 6萬元 a month in Taipei moved to Hong Kong, their income would convert to about 1.5萬 Hong Kong dollars, but higher rent and dining costs would increase the pressure on their finances. Although salaries in Hong Kong are higher, only some industries pay well, and the middle class struggles to afford rent or buy a home. Hua Junxiong’s view：The “new OPEC” rising from the U.S.-Iran war—why isn’t China short of oil？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198859Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Amid an energy crisis caused by the U.S.-Iran war, China has maintained stable supplies through strategic reserves and demand management. Described as a “new OPEC,” it is gaining influence over global markets. Celebrate the Ghost Festival in Taoyuan without the smoke and dust！Bade Zhixuan Temple’s organized rites offer a model；Su Jun-bin praises its environmental and charitable efforts.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199733Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taoyuan’s Bade Zhixuan Temple held an environmentally friendly Ghost Festival ceremony, organizing community rites on behalf of residents and donating supplies to disadvantaged families. Deputy Mayor Su Jun-bin praised the initiative, which combines reduced incense burning, centralized burning of offerings and social care, making it a new model for local observances. Drill-bit maker Topoint Technology urgently seeks funding, planning to raise more than 1.68 billion yuan through unsecured CB issuance and a cash capital increasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199611Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:03:15 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Driven by strong AI demand, Topoint Technology is expanding PCB drill-bit capacity and plans to raise more than 1.68 billion yuan through unsecured convertible bonds and a cash capital increase to support capital expenditures of 3 billion yuan in 2026 and strengthen its market competitiveness. Gold breaks $4,600 and U.S. debt tops $40 trillion as funds begin pouring into Halo assetshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199612Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網International gold prices reached $4,600, and U.S. debt topped $40 trillion, prompting funds to flow into luxury homes in Shenzhen Bay, seen as safe-haven assets. Concerns about AI and the creditworthiness of U.S. debt are among the factors behind the move. 〈台股開盤〉無量待變？台積電等權值股熄火 站穩4萬5小漲小跌整理https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199613Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:55:47 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks edged up at the open today, but heavyweight stocks such as 台积电 were weak, with the weighted index fluctuating near the previous close. Memory, shipping and passive-component stocks attracted funds, and some shares posted larger gains. 9秒32！深圳榮耀「閃電」機器人打破博爾特紀錄 峰值每秒14.5公尺重寫人類百米極限https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199614Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:40:58 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網深圳の榮耀が開発した人形ロボット「閃電」が9秒32の100メートル走を達成し、ボルトの記録を更新。ハードウェア革新と深圳の産業集積が背景にある。 [Countdown to a crash] U.S. Treasuries surge to a 19-year high! 99% of retail investors may be getting this step wrong!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199615Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:17:13 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. Treasury yields reached a 19-year high, but a financial crisis is expected to be averted through policy measures. AI- and CPO-related stocks are expected to be reassessed. Could the S&P 500 fall 15% to 20%? Strategist warns that Treasury yields nearing 5% could trigger “de-risking” in stockshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199616Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:10:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網MRB Partners’ Philip Colmar warned that the S&P 500 could fall 15-20% if the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield approaches 5%. Rising interest rates would increase financing costs for AI stocks and prompt investors to avoid risk. America has changed! Canadian prime minister takes a hard line; expert says Carney has 2 trump cards, while Mexico could be a direct victim of the U.S.-Canada tariff warhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199125Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網アメリカ imposed a 50% tariff on カナダ, which launched retaliatory measures. The North American trade dispute is intensifying, bringing strategic tensions over energy and mineral resources to the fore. Shein sets IPO price range, raising HK$13.9 billion; to list in Hong Kong on 9/1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199126Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Shein has set the price range for its Hong Kong IPO and plans to raise up to HK$13.9 billion. It is set to list on Sept. 1 as it seeks to compete globally. Could July's market rally return? 高盛: Storage stocks offer the most attractive “gap” between share prices and earnings; financials, gold and copper miners are new favoriteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199127Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:40:06 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網高盛 has warned of a widening gap between the share prices and actual earnings of AI-related stocks, pointing to a shift in funds toward storage, data centers, European and Japanese banks, and gold and copper mining stocks. It also warned of political risks in France. Taiwan stocks tend to fall after a prolonged period of range-bound trading: Should investors sell 台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海、廣達、緯創 first!?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199128Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:33:12 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網With Taiwan’s stock market trading in a narrow range, analysts are recommending the sale of major IT stocks including 台積電. Market direction is in focus ahead of U.S. PCE data and NVIDIA’s earnings report. [Countdown to a surge?] NVIDIA earnings are here; is 46,000 really within reach?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199129Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:31:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. stocks rebounded, and Taiwan stocks also recovered to 45,000 points. Interest in AI-related stocks is growing ahead of NVIDIA’s earnings announcement. Anthropic plans to file for an IPO! Annual revenue surpasses that of a host of established giants; which Taiwanese suppliers could be hidden beneficiaries?!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199130Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:19 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Anthropic is reportedly set to file for an IPO as soon as the end of this month, with annualized revenue expected to reach $65 billion. Taiwanese semiconductor-related companies could benefit indirectly. International gold prices rise for 3 straight weeks, topping $4,600: rebound or reversal?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198791Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網International gold prices rose for the 3rd consecutive week, recovering to the $4,600 range. U.S. debt concerns and a weaker dollar are behind the rise, and 瑞銀 forecasts prices will climb to $5,400 over the next 12 months. Is Trump signaling goodwill to Xi Jinping? U.S. government reportedly considers allowing Apple to buy memory chips from Chinese maker 長鑫科技https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198792Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:10:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Trump administration may allow アップル to source memory chips made in China. The move comes amid improving U.S.-China relations and efforts to diversify supply chains. Its significance is extremely high. Securities Report—48th Fiscal Year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199479https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199479Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:33:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示The 48th fiscal-year securities report of 株式会社ハニーズホールディングス was published. It reports on the company’s management performance for the period from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026. Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 45th Period (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199014Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:25:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示パインブリッジ・インベストメンツ株式会社 published its 45th fiscal-year securities report, a regular report on the investment trust’s management period. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—1st Fiscal Year (2026/02/18–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199012Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:21:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示The 1st fiscal-year securities report for a domestic investment trust by Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management. The management period runs from February 18 to May 25, 2026. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—41st Fiscal Year (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199008Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:17:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示パインブリッジ・インベストメンツ株式会社 filed its 41st fiscal-year securities report for the period from November 26, 2025, to May 25, 2026. The document discloses information on investment trust beneficiary securities. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—1st Fiscal Year (2025/09/02–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199007Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:15:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示The 1st fiscal-year securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary securities by Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management was published. The reporting period is from September 2, 2025, to May 25, 2026. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—6th Fiscal Year (2025/05/27–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198919Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:14:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management filed its 6th fiscal-year securities report, covering the period from May 2025 to May 2026. Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates)—13th fiscal year (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198918Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:10:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management filed its 13th fiscal-year securities report, covering the period from November 2025 to May 2026. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—1st Fiscal Year (2025/05/20–2026/05/27)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198917Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示三井住友DSアセットマネジメント disclosed its 1st fiscal-year securities report, a statutory disclosure document concerning the investment trust’s management and composition. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—25th Fiscal Year (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198856Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:03:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its 25th fiscal-year securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary securities. The official document discloses the investment trust’s management status to investors. Securities Report—28th Fiscal Year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198855https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198855Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:02:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示アウンコンサルティング株式会社 filed its 28th fiscal-year securities report (2025/06/01–2026/05/31). The official document discloses the company’s management and financial condition. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—7th Fiscal Year (2025/11/26–2026/05/25)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198854Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:01:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示ＳＯＭＰＯアセットマネジメント株式会社 published its 7th fiscal-year securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary securities. The period runs from 2025/11/26 to 2026/05/25. Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Securities)—58th Fiscal Year (2025/12/01–2026/05/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2198853Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:01:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示大和アセットマネジメント株式会社 published its 58th fiscal-year securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary securities. The period runs from 2025/12/01 to 2026/05/31. It's not just anemia! Repeated bruising and frequent infections could be warning signs of aplastic anemia developing unnoticedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199015Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan照護線上 Muscle loss after a stroke: What can we do to slow it down?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199016Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:01:12 +0900Taiwan照護線上 Taiwan Liposome Company’s oral antithrombotic film enters substantive FDA review, advancing its global market strategy - BioWorldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199874Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊 Good news for Taiwan Liposome Company's oral antithrombotic film: NDA enters substantive FDA review as company aims for approval next year - BioWorldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260824-09/index-en-p8.html#n2199871Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊