# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-26 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 33 items from 5 sources; Japan, 6 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Why must people burn joss paper when worshipping? Do deities really “receive the money”? The century-old tradition in Taiwan is not simply about sending money.

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159057
- anchor: #n2240581

In Taiwanese folk religion, burning joss paper is not only a way to send money to deities but also a symbolic ritual expressing respect and making wishes. Different types of paper money serve different purposes, reflecting a deep cultural heritage.

## 孟子義何與《百花殺》輸了！近3個月最強古裝陸劇TOP10冠軍是它：評價超越《雀骨》，網讚比白鹿《莫離》好看

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158947
- anchor: #n2235981

The Top 10 Chinese costume dramas broadcast from May 21 to Aug. 21, 2026, based on their Douban ratings, were announced. Mo Li, starring Bai Lu, ranked 3rd with a score of 6.3, while Baihua Sha, starring Meng Ziyi, ranked 5th with 6.0.

## Have active ETFs lost their appeal? Investment trusts sell more than 百億, while experts reveal that “this high-dividend ETF” saw trading volume surge.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159286
- anchor: #n2235982
- Companies mentioned: 仲英財富

Taiwanese active ETFs saw outflows of 16.5 billion yen on the 19th. Investment trusts are selling to lock in profits and reallocating the funds. Meanwhile, the high-dividend ETF “00406A” is attracting attention.

## Is Hsu Chien-chien hitting back? Chao Chien-ming admits he once had feelings for her; a post said to be hers surfaces: “I have a clear conscience.”

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:32:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159296
- anchor: #n2235983

Chen Hsing-yu, daughter of Chen Shui-bian, and her ex-husband Chao Chien-ming have continued to clash since their divorce, with the dispute extending to clinic nurse Hsu Chien-chien. Chao acknowledged that he once had feelings for Hsu. An Instagram Story circulating online, purportedly from Hsu, said she had “a clear conscience,” but its authenticity is unconfirmed.

## After AI stocks’ strong gains, could biotech be the next destination for funds? Capital Intelligence: Taiwan’s biotech market capitalization is US$69 billion, just 1.4% of the Taiwan stock market.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:29:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159295
- anchor: #n2235984
- Companies mentioned: 宝泰生医、長佳智能、長聖、薬華医薬、楽迦再生、台湾微脂体、安立璽榮、安基生技、漢康生技、Belite Bio

With AI and semiconductor stocks highly valued, Taiwan’s biotechnology industry is drawing attention as a potential next destination for capital. Its market capitalization is $69 billion, but it accounts for just 1.4% of the overall Taiwan stock market, leaving room for funds to shift into the sector.

## Taiwan Public Opinion Survey》Lai Ching-te loses! Politicians’ favorability ratings put him in just 4th place, behind even this DPP local leader.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:27:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159291
- anchor: #n2235985
- Companies mentioned: 畢肯市場研究公司

The Taiwan Public Opinion Survey released its August 2026 ratings of politicians’ favorability. Tsai Ing-wen led with 60.1%, while Lai Ching-te ranked 4th at 48.3%, indicating relatively weak support and carrying significance for the ruling party’s internal power structure.

## QIC Biotech Forum》PharmaEssentia’s ET drug approval decision due by the end of August! 長聖’s CAR-T advances to phase 2, while Locus Cell’s AI cell factory lands international orders.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:23:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159297
- anchor: #n2235986
- Companies mentioned: 薬華医薬、長聖、楽迦再生、宝泰生医、長佳智能、Miltenyi、Cambium Bio、Charles River

Taiwanese biotech companies are expanding internationally through U.S. regulatory approvals, clinical-trial progress and AI manufacturing. PharmaEssentia’s review for the ET indication and 長聖’s move of its CAR-T therapy into Phase II are drawing attention.

## Ko Chih-en’s vehicle breaks down in floodwaters during Kaohsiung disaster inspection; “the car door wouldn’t open,” forcing her to climb out through a window.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:12:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159289
- anchor: #n2235987

Ko Chih-en, the KMT candidate for Kaohsiung mayor, was inspecting disaster damage when her vehicle stalled in floodwaters. Unable to open the car door, she eventually climbed out through a window. The incident highlighted gaps in disaster-area management and response mechanisms, drawing public attention.

## Emerging-stock market leader HanTest to list on the OTC market in September! It targets silicon photonics testing opportunities, with CPO set to boost equipment revenue next year and MEMS probe cards targeted for 2028.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159294
- anchor: #n2235988
- Companies mentioned: ficonTEC、MJC

Taiwanese semiconductor testing company Hantek will list on the OTC market in September, positioning itself to meet demand for advanced testing in the AI era. It is expanding into new fields such as CPO, MEMS probe cards and thermal management to pursue growth.

## Countdown to 輝達’s earnings report! Tech stocks rebound as all 3 major U.S. indexes rise.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:03:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159292
- anchor: #n2235989
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、台積電（関連報道より推測）

Technology stocks rebounded ahead of AI giant 輝達’s earnings announcement, lifting the 3 major U.S. stock indexes. Markets are focused on developments related to AI and inflation indicators.

## Linking a 350-kilometer technology corridor, the high-speed rail becomes the “Silicon Island artery”! Cross-sector cooperation at SEMICON Taiwan 2026; credentials available at 5 major stations.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:57:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159293
- anchor: #n2235854
- Companies mentioned: 台湾高鉄、SEMI、清華大学、穩懋半導体、帆宣系統

SEMI and 台湾高鉄 announced a strategic partnership and the “Silicon Island Artery” plan to connect a 350-km semiconductor technology corridor by high-speed rail. At SEMICON Taiwan 2026, they will provide on-site registration at 5 stations and add services to support travel by domestic and international experts.

## 川湖’s AI server gross margin soars to 77.7%! Experts reveal the key to traditional industries’ turnaround as Taiwan sees 2 major strategic advantages.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159256
- anchor: #n2235855
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Traditional furniture-parts maker King Slide has pivoted to AI servers, achieving a high gross margin of 77.7%. Its links to 台積電 and the non-China supply chain are driving a reassessment of Taiwan’s industry.

## Has a “golden cross” emerged in polling on Lai Ching-te’s administration? A doctor cites one figure to argue otherwise: a majority is impossible.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:40:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159287
- anchor: #n2235856
- Companies mentioned: 畢肯市場研究公司、美麗島電子報、震傳媒

A Taiwan public opinion poll by Dai Lian found that support for the Lai Ching-te administration reached 51.4%, exceeding half and recording a “golden cross.” Psychiatrist Shen Zhengnan has challenged the findings, pointing to bias in the poll.

## Patient dies after waiting 12 days for a bed in the emergency department at National Taiwan University Hospital with pneumonia; Chiang Kuan-yu warns of a vicious cycle: similar cases could occur on a large scale.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:31:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159280
- anchor: #n2235857
- Companies mentioned: 台大醫院、台北市立聯合醫院中興院區

A patient in the emergency department at 台大醫院 died after waiting 12 days for a bed. Doctor Chiang Kuan-yu warned that the concentration of critical-care resources could trigger a crisis on a large scale. The case highlights structural problems in Taiwan’s healthcare system.

## How should investors position themselves ahead of 輝達’s earnings report? An expert watches “foreign investor activity” and predicts that these Taiwan stocks could find a floor and rebound.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:20:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159281
- anchor: #n2235858
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、台達電、智邦科技、風傳媒

With 輝達 shares falling for several consecutive sessions ahead of its earnings report, analyst Chen Wei-tai said foreign selling pressure was easing. He expects Taiwan stocks in the AI supply chain linked to 輝達 to have a chance to bottom out and rebound, as the market has already priced in bad news.

## The “Pet Login Plan” is underway! Register your dog or cat for a chance to win 30,000 pet vouchers, with additional prizes including a “pet health-check and medical gift package.”

- Published: 2026-08-25T20:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159298
- anchor: #n2236010
- Companies mentioned: 中華民國寵物食品及用品商業同業公會、財團法人中國生產力中心

The Ministry of Agriculture has launched the “Pet Login Plan,” encouraging owners to register their dogs and cats. Participants can enter a draw for 30,000 pet vouchers worth 300 yuan each and 100 health-check packages worth 3,000 yuan each, promoting pet safety management and owner responsibility.

## Worried about missing health warning signs in your parents? Fitbit founder creates an AI caregiving device.

- Published: 2026-08-26T02:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586609
- anchor: #n2240520
- Companies mentioned: Fitbit、Google、Alphabet、Whoop、Oura、Garmin

A Fitbit co-founder unveiled “Luffu Link,” an AI caregiving device for older adults. Its screen-free design tracks health and location information and supports remote caregiving.

## U.S. consumer confidence falls to a 7-month low in August as new-home sales plunge 10.5%.

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:30:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586723
- anchor: #n2240521
- Companies mentioned: Conference Board

The U.S. consumer confidence index in August fell to its lowest level in 7 months, while new-home sales declined 10.5% from the previous month. High prices and rising interest rates are weighing on household spending and the desire to buy homes, heightening concerns about a recession.

## How high are U.S. stock valuations? Seven of 9 historical indicators flash warning signs; expert says S&P 500 could post negative returns over the next 10 years.

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6585731
- anchor: #n2235920
- Companies mentioned: MarketWatch

Experts say the U.S. stock market is at an extremely high level by historical valuation measures, and that the S&P 500 is likely to deliver negative real returns over the next 10 years. This is a major warning sign for investors.

## Could OpenAI’s in-house chip overtake 輝達? Jalapeno beats GB300 in 2 tests.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:30:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586720
- anchor: #n2235921
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、NVIDIA、博通、Cerebras Systems、Etched、MatX、DeepSeek、Moonshot AI

OpenAI unveiled its internally developed AI chip, “Jalapeno,” which outperformed NVIDIA’s GB300 in some tests. The chip could reduce inference costs and enable optimization for OpenAI’s own models.

## Canada has had enough! It imposes retaliatory tariffs on US$20 billion worth of U.S. goods, with rates of up to 50%.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:16:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586740
- anchor: #n2235922

カナダが米国製品に最大50%の報復関税を発表し、貿易戦争が激化。両国関係は過去最悪の状況に陥っている。

## 〈Earnings Preview〉輝達’s quarterly revenue estimated to nearly double; Rubin shipments and customer diversification key.

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:00:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586546
- anchor: #n2235792
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、Google、Alphabet、Microsoft、Meta、SpaceX、Tesla、AMD、Intel、OpenAI、Morgan Stanley、KeyBanc、Bernstein、Zacks Investment Management、Deepwater Asset Management

輝達 is set to report results for the second quarter of fiscal 2027. Revenue is expected to nearly double, but customer diversification and the success of its Rubin chips will be key going forward.

## 大立光 makes its fourth move, acquiring a large industrial property from 科宏工業 for NT$3.08 billion.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:23:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586689
- anchor: #n2235793
- Companies mentioned: 科宏工業

Largan Precision acquired industrial land owned by 科宏工業 for NT$3.08 billion, preparing for production expansion and its new CPO business. It spent NT$5.649 billion on 4 land purchases over 2 months.

## 三集瑞 reports first-half EPS of 1.68 yuan; AI and server inductors to ramp up in the second half.

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:21:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586648
- anchor: #n2235794
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Intel、AMD、國際雲端服務供應商

三集瑞 reported first-half EPS of 1.68 yuan. Products including AI server inductors are set to ramp up in the second half, and the company is cautiously optimistic about operations.

## 蘋果桌機全面升級！Mac mini首搭台積電2奈米M6晶片

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:09:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6586684
- anchor: #n2235795
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Apple unveiled new Mac mini and Mac Studio models powered by M6 and M5 Ultra chips, boosting AI computing capabilities and targeting developers and professional users. The move reflects the key role AI plays in its strategy.

## U.S. sanctions on Iran have no obvious impact; European stocks mostly close higher.

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:47:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608260002.aspx
- anchor: #n2236127

Facts:
- London’s FTSE 100 index rises 31.84 points.
- London’s FTSE 100 index rises 31.84 points, or 0.29%.
- Frankfurt’s DAX index gains 159.54 points.
- Frankfurt’s DAX index gains 159.54 points, or 0.61%.
- Paris' CAC 40 index edged down 13.81 points
- Paris' CAC 40 index edged down 13.81 points, or 0.16%

## U.S.-Canada trade war escalates as 加拿大 imposes retaliatory tariffs of up to 50%

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:37:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608250372.aspx
- anchor: #n2235919
- Companies mentioned: 美國、加拿大、CNBC、法新社

Facts:
- 價值約200億美元的美國商品
- 逾700項美國商品
- Retaliatory tariffs ranging from 15% to 50%
- $5.4 billion aid package

## Apple unveils M6 and M5 Ultra chips, boosting desktop AI computing power

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:13:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202608250371.aspx
- anchor: #n2235918
- Companies mentioned: 蘋果公司、Apple

Facts:
- M6 is Apple's first chip built using a 2-nanometer process
- Boosts AI GPU peak computing power by nearly 30% compared with M5
- M6 supports up to 32GB of unified memory
- Multithreaded performance improves by up to 1.2 times compared with M5
- Connects 2 dual-die M5 Max chips using UltraFusion technology
- M5 Ultra features up to a 36-core CPU

## U.S. imposes new sanctions targeting Iran's economic lifeline; residents fear rising prices as crowds gather at gas stations

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:59:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608250370.aspx
- anchor: #n2235852

Facts:
- The U.S. war on Iran has lasted 6 months
- Thousands have been killed in the crackdown

## China-India border meeting: Both sides agree to continue dialogue on border issues

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:58:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608250369.aspx
- anchor: #n2235853

Facts:
- 25th meeting of special representatives on the China-India border issue
- Agreed to hold the 26th meeting of special representatives on the China-India border issue in India in 2027
- Xi Jinping is likely to lead a delegation of 400 people
- Visit to India for the first time in 7 years

## 台鐵 restores service between Fangshan and Fangye on the South-Link Line; operations return to normal from the first train on the 26th

- Published: 2026-08-25T23:52:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608250368.aspx
- anchor: #n2235791
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵、台鐵公司

Facts:
- 台鐵 24-hour passenger service hotline: (02) 2191-0096
- 0800-765-888 (landlines only)

## EOTOAI holds a demonstration event in Tokyo on AI music and emotional communication

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:25:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189683.html
- anchor: #n2236087
- Companies mentioned: EOTOAI 株式会社、株式会社JR東日本企画、LiSH（TAKANAWA GATEWAY Link Scholars' Hub）

Facts:
- More than 500 people attended on the day
- More than 100 of them experienced generating AI music firsthand

## SATO launches the SATOC® “ST300R Plus” tag printer for printing price tags and product labels

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000006066.html
- anchor: #n2235980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サトー、SATO Online Services

Facts:
- High-speed printing at up to 250mm/sec
- Printing accuracy of ±0.5mm
- Average time from contacting the help desk to completion of repairs
- Consolidated net sales as of the end of March 2026

## From “hire, then train” to “develop talent for each company before hiring”—Indonesia’s major hotel group サヒッド・グループ and Indonesia Research Institute step up training specified skilled workers for Japan’s lodging and food service industries

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:05:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000092805.html
- anchor: #n2235914
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インドネシア総合研究所、サヒッド・グループ、Balapapat Japanese School、LPK Balapapat

Facts:
- We would first like to consider accepting a few people

## Offshore to release “Hotobori,” its first new song in about 1 year, on Wednesday, August 26!!

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000155719.html
- anchor: #n2235917
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Offshore、テレビ朝日

Facts:
- 1st Mini Album announced on August 6, 2025
- Friday, September 18
- Advance tickets: 3,300 yen
- Tickets at the door: 3,800 yen
- Established: August 2024

## 〈NTTデータグループ〉Build a foundation to make caregiving support programs “usable”

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000288.000038921.html
- anchor: #n2235916
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社揚羽、NTTデータグループ、株式会社NTTデータグループ

Facts:
- Survey on the actual situation among approximately 15,000 domestic employees
- Approximately 7,900 survey responses
- Securities code: 9330
- Capital: 284.1 million yen (as of September 30, 2025)

## 6-member idol group Devil ANTHEM. releases new song “儚夏”!

- Published: 2026-08-26T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000326.000030962.html
- anchor: #n2235915
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社massenext、Devil ANTHEM.

Facts:
- 6-member idol group
- Aug. 26, 2026
- January 11, 2027
- 12th anniversary of their formation

## Does weight gain raise the risk of breast cancer? An analysis of a large-scale study of Chinese women

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:01:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608260000.html
- anchor: #n2236041

## August 26: It is precisely those challenges and difficulties that make us shine brighter - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-26T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/384551
- anchor: #n2236093
- Companies mentioned: Heho健康