AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-26 00:00–03:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.htmlOne 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.en 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2240581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2240581Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235981Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235982Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:34:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235983Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:32:13 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235984Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:29:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235985Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:27:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235986Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:23:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235987Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:12:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235988Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:08:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235989Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:03:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235854Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:57:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235855https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235855Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235856Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:40:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235857Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:31:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235858Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:20:08 +0900Taiwan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.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236010Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:33:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2240520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2240520Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2240521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2240521Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235920Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235921Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235922Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:16:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235792Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網輝達 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235793Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:23:54 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235794Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:21:54 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網三集瑞 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235795Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:09:51 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236127Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:47:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S.-Canada trade war escalates as 加拿大 imposes retaliatory tariffs of up to 50%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235919Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:37:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Apple unveils M6 and M5 Ultra chips, boosting desktop AI computing powerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235918Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:13:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. imposes new sanctions targeting Iran's economic lifeline; residents fear rising prices as crowds gather at gas stationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235852https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235852Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:59:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China-India border meeting: Both sides agree to continue dialogue on border issueshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235853Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:58:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台鐵 restores service between Fangshan and Fangye on the South-Link Line; operations return to normal from the first train on the 26thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235791Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:52:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA EOTOAI holds a demonstration event in Tokyo on AI music and emotional communicationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236087Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:25:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES SATO launches the SATOC® “ST300R Plus” tag printer for printing price tags and product labelshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235980Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 industrieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235914Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:05:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES Offshore to release “Hotobori,” its first new song in about 1 year, on Wednesday, August 26!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235917Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 〈NTTデータグループ〉Build a foundation to make caregiving support programs “usable”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235916Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 6-member idol group Devil ANTHEM. releases new song “儚夏”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2235915Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Does weight gain raise the risk of breast cancer? An analysis of a large-scale study of Chinese womenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236041Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:01:23 +0900Taiwan照護線上 August 26: It is precisely those challenges and difficulties that make us shine brighter - Heho健康https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-00/index-en.html#n2236093Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0900TaiwanHeho健康