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“173叫車” was found by the Taipei City Government to be operating illegally because it lacked a permit to provide taxi services in Taiwan, and could face a fine of NT$25 million. The Ministry of Transportation has ordered its app removed. The move highlights regulatory gaps in ride-sharing platforms.
NBA star Jimmy Butler made a surprise appearance at Taipei Dome to watch a Chinese Professional Baseball game and danced with the 中信兄弟 cheerleading squad, Passion Sisters, prompting a buzz among fans. His visit was primarily to attend a CTBC Charity Foundation event, showcasing the growing enthusiasm for international sports exchanges.
Companies mentioned：中国信託、中信兄弟、金州勇士
A latest poll by 皮尤研究中心 found that 55% of South Koreans have a negative view of the United States, the first time the share has exceeded half in 20 years. The main reasons are opposition to Trump’s tariff policy and declining trust in the United States, affecting the public foundation of the U.S.-South Korea alliance.
Companies mentioned：皮尤研究中心
Professor Li Hsiao-ti, a leading Taiwanese scholar of Ming and Qing history, has died at 72. He had been elected an Academia Sinica academician just 1 month earlier, shocking the academic community.
Companies mentioned：国立中央大学、中央研究院
After torrential rains caused severe flooding in southern Taiwan, 國民黨 Chair Cheng Li-wun sharply criticized President Lai Ching-te for politicizing flood control, saying he was stoking division by highlighting budget differences between north and south while ignoring the suffering of disaster victims. The remarks prompted criticism of political manipulation.
Companies mentioned：國民黨、民進黨
A Chinese medicine practitioner says damage to the spleen and stomach, potentially caused by eating icy foods, overeating and a high-sugar diet, may be the main reason children fail to grow tall and catch colds often. The practitioner recommends avoiding three major dietary pitfalls and improving one’s constitution with dietary remedies such as hawthorn and malt tea.
Typhoon Shanshan is moving north and is expected to come closest to Taiwan from the night of the 27th through the 28th. Short periods of heavy rain are forecast south of Chiayi, and vigilance is needed.
The removable part at the end of a utility knife is actually a tool for snapping off a dull blade segment. The snap-off blade design, used by brands such as OLFA, improves safety and efficiency, but many people have overlooked this feature for years.
Companies mentioned：OLFA
This article examines 10 common rental repair issues and explains the responsibilities of landlords and tenants under Article 429 of the Civil Code and the terms of the lease, helping both sides avoid disputes.
The Taipei City Government Department of Cultural Affairs and Taipei Music Center-organized Taipei Music Non-Stop named Marswalk the Gold Award winner. The band will take the stage at Korea’s Zandari Festa in September 2026, showcasing the strength of Taiwan’s original music and its international potential.
Companies mentioned：日月光文教基金會
A dietitian at Taipei Hospital warns that frequently eating meat zongzi over an extended period, along with a high-calorie diet, may cause post-meal drowsiness and acid reflux. The public is advised to adjust their diets to support metabolic and digestive health.
The Qing dynasty's Daoguang Emperor practiced extreme frugality, but it had no effect because of bureaucratic formalism and corruption in the Imperial Household Department. Despite his austere lifestyle, he built the most expensive mausoleum, seen as a symbol of how personal integrity could not overcome systemic corruption.
The Kaohsiung City Health Bureau inspected 74 foods for the Zhongyuan Festival, and 4 failed for exceeding preservative limits. Consumers were alerted, and administrative penalties were imposed.
Companies mentioned：岡山維真西點麵包廠、賜福宮市場 郭同樹菜攤、明全豆腐店、哈囉市場
In 2025, Xie Wenxiong killed his wife and sister-in-law in New Taipei City. Citizen judges handed him a life sentence in the first trial, and the family is dissatisfied and will appeal. The court urged the media not to delve into the deliberations, stressing that the verdict was a collective decision and should not be attributed to any individual.
The Taichung City Government is coordinating with the central government’s domestic travel subsidy program, bringing together 320 hotels and guesthouses and tourism resources. It has released a travel guide to attract visitors to stay overnight and promote local food and commercial districts together.
The Taipei City Health Bureau found that 聖德科ス's “麻油車冷壓黑麻油” contained benzo[a]pyrene, a carcinogen, above the limit and proactively pulled all products from shelves. Consumers can get refunds, as food safety concerns grow.
Companies mentioned：統健實業、統購實業有限公司
Moderate Typhoon Saola is approaching Taiwan. Although it is not expected to make landfall, Matsu could be affected by its storm radius. Wind and rain will be most noticeable from the 27th to the 28th, with a risk of torrential rain in central and southern Taiwan. The Central Weather Administration will issue a sea warning.
南亞科 is seen as poised to overtake 國巨 in share price, thanks to its advantages in revenue and capital expenditure. The outlook reflects structural changes in Taiwan’s memory industry, as the market watches for the next dark horse.
Companies mentioned：國巨、南亞科、華新科、禾伸堂、海力士、三星、美光、華邦電、力積電
Amid expanding AI investment, hedge funds' 13F filings show a shift toward technology stocks. Meanwhile, interest-rate-sensitive sectors such as energy and finance are losing momentum. The selective flow of capital is becoming increasingly clear.
Companies mentioned：Alphabet、Google、Amazon、Meta、Microsoft、NVIDIA、Wells Fargo、Visa、Goldman Sachs、Morgan Stanley、SoFi、Brown & Brown、Fiserv
If a husband dies while receiving a labor insurance pension, his wife will not automatically receive the same amount. Instead, she must apply for a survivor's pension, and her eligibility and benefit amount will be reassessed.
After party member Ding Yu, who was stripped of his Kuomintang membership, protested at the party's central headquarters, the party signaled tighter control under the Zheng Li-wen leadership. Tensions between young members and party leaders have become more visible, heightening concerns about a split within the party.
PCB giant 臻鼎-KY reported a 1.7-fold increase in first-half profit amid demand for AI servers. Orders for 1.6T optical modules are visible through 2027, with capacity expansion and higher value-added products key to growth.
The South Korean awards ceremony Asia Artist Awards will be held in Kaohsiung in December 2026. Jang Won-young will host for the sixth consecutive year, and tickets will go on sale to the public on September 19, drawing attention from K-pop and Korean drama fans.
Companies mentioned：tixCraft
An elderly woman in her 80s died of pneumonia after waiting 12 days in the emergency department at National Taiwan University Hospital. A shortage of beds has led to the “挑菜” phenomenon, while doctors describe the situation as a “trolley problem” and voice ethical dilemmas. The limits of medical resources have been laid bare.
Companies mentioned：台大醫院、新光醫院
A method for making restaurant-quality fish soup at home is presented. Removing the fishy smell and controlling the temperature are key, and the know-how of home cooks and chefs is explained in detail.
Taiwan has confirmed its first 2 domestically acquired cases of mpox clade Ib, and the Centers for Disease Control warned of the risk of household transmission. The importance of vaccination was emphasized.
China and India have shown signs of improving relations through high-level talks and the resumption of direct flights, but distrust remains strong among the public. In India in particular, only 21% view China favorably.
The Taichung City Government and Tunghai University held the “2026 Smart Taichung Forum,” focusing on physical AI and robotics. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen pledged to develop Taichung into an “AI robotics capital” and strengthen industrial supply chains and international cooperation.
Companies mentioned：群聯電子、鴻海、遠傳電信、工研院、台積電、美光科技、新漢、明昌國際
China's NAND memory giant 長江存儲 has filed for an IPO and set a goal of surpassing 三星 and SK海力士 to become the world's top player by 2027. It plans to use the huge proceeds to strengthen production and technology development.
Companies mentioned：長江存儲、三星電子、SK海力士、長鑫存儲、摩根大通、集邦科技、三星
The AI investment boom is intensifying competition in the TPU space among 輝達, Google and 超微. Taiwan-listed memory, CPO and advanced packaging stocks have become investment focal points, with CSP capital expenditure expected to reach US$1 trillion.
Companies mentioned：輝達、Google、超微、博通、聯發科、Marvell、台積電、黑石集團、Anthropic、ChatGPT
Kuomintang Chairperson Zheng Li-wen has fulfilled her campaign promise to restore the Huang Fu-hsing branch and elevate it to a top-level unit. Ji Lin-lian will continue as its director, in a move aimed at strengthening military-affiliated support ahead of year-end elections.
Overwork and staff departures are worsening among frontline judicial personnel in Taiwan. The Taiwan People's Party held a public hearing calling for a review of the “總員額法” and urged better working conditions for clerks, bailiffs and correctional facility staff.
臺大醫院 and 中信兄弟 held an event at the Dome on August 25 for patients and families of organ donors to watch a game, highlighting the value of giving life a second chance. The initiative promotes public support for organ donation and serves an important public-interest cause.
Companies mentioned：臺大醫院、中信兄弟、中國信託
Taiwan Financial Asset Service Corporation announced its entry into self-led urban renewal, with the redevelopment of Kaohsiung Riverside Mall as its first project. Plans call for 3 buildings of 24 floors each, with 717 units and total sales of about NT$13 billion. The company will provide upfront funding and a mechanism for changing course to help landowners advance urban renewal.
Companies mentioned：台灣金聯資產管理公司、高雄市鼓山區河濱商城更新會、台北市信義區福德段四小段343地號等10筆土地更新單元都市更新會
Original農曆八月の到来により、属龍、蛇、牛、虎、羊、狗の6つの生肖で偏財運が上昇。人脈や専門性を通じた収入機会が増加し、個人の資産形成に前向きな影響を与える。
Companies mentioned：搜狐網
モルガン・スタンレー raised its forecast for Taiwan's 2026 GDP growth to 11.6%. The revision reflects growing AI and domestic demand, while interest rate hikes are also expected amid inflation concerns.
Companies mentioned：モルガン・スタンレー
Reports that formaldehyde was used on Chinese cabbage in China have raised concerns about the safety of baby cabbage in Taiwan. Food safety authorities confirmed a ban on imports of Chinese cabbage from China, while experts explained the relationship between storage time and formaldehyde use.
Companies mentioned：食藥署、林口長庚臨床毒物中心
Funds in the Taiwan stock market are shifting from shipping to electronics and petrochemicals. 力積電 led net buying by the 3 major institutional investors with 32,000 lots, while 陽明 and 聯電 faced heavy selling, showing how quickly market positions are rotating.
Companies mentioned：力積電、台塑、台化、南亞、陽明、聯電、台泥、群創、玉山金
A letter from a Zhubei resident questioned candidate Cheng Chao-fang’s “Zhubei experience” and called for scrutiny of public safety, administrative transparency, the food safety crisis and controversies over family financial flows. Governance cannot be judged by urban aesthetics alone; institutional resilience must also be tested.
Diversification through ETFs may be superficial, with many portfolios in fact concentrated in large U.S. technology stocks. 富蘭克林坦伯頓 advocates genuine diversification that takes into account differences in industrial structures and economic growth drivers across countries.
Companies mentioned：富蘭克林坦伯頓、富蘭克林證券投顧
The Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli branch is promoting sales of Mid-Autumn gift boxes at companies through sheltered workshops. Hsin Heng, who has severe Down syndrome, has transformed from a recipient of support into a top salesperson, demonstrating the vocational potential of people with disabilities while encouraging corporate social procurement and social inclusion.
Companies mentioned：華苓科技、台灣電力新竹營業區、矽格股份有限公司、兆勁股份有限公司、宏致電子股份有限公司
Original親が子どもに100万円を送った場合の贈与税の有無や銀行の対応について解説。2026年は1人あたり244万円の免税額があり、資金の性質と記録が重要。
The Ministry of Agriculture has announced how to choose and properly store dragon fruit. Refrigeration is recommended, and quality at the time of purchase is important for preserving flavor.
Taiwan Water Corporation will suspend water service in parts of 5 counties and cities on Aug. 27 because of construction and weather factors. The outage will last up to 17 hours. Residents are advised to store water in advance and take precautions. Affected areas include Greater Taipei, Taichung, Yunlin and Pingtung.
An expert recommends refrigerating bananas once sugar spots appear, and warns against chilling them while they are unripe.
Companies mentioned：grape LIFEHACK、農糧署
Shu-Te University held a workshop on university development, promoting the adoption of AI and governance reforms and building consensus among administrators to respond to declining birthrates and changes in education.
In her final policy report of an eight-year term, Yunlin County Magistrate Zhang Li-shan announced a debt reduction of 10.9 billion yuan and agricultural output of 94.8 billion yuan. She also outlined plans to subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older starting in 2027. The measures highlight her governance record and concern for social welfare, and are significant for local development.
阿部星架, a 27-year-old former adult film actress, was arrested on suspicion of possessing cocaine at a Tokyo hotel with a Yamaguchi-gumi executive. Links between the entertainment industry and organized crime have once again drawn attention.
味全龍 player Liu Chi-hung appeared to sniff a ball after an NMIXX member's practice, sparking an online backlash. The team deleted the video, and his wife, Ge Yun-hsuan, posted a comment defending him.
Companies mentioned：味全龍
President Trump offered an optimistic forecast that the United States would have an oversupply of rare earths in a year, but achieving that is considered extremely difficult given Japan's 16-year effort and the long lead time for U.S. mine development.
Companies mentioned：Boeing、GE Vernova、Western Digital、Clarios
China restricted rare earth exports following Japanese remarks about Taiwan, leaving Japanese manufacturers facing severe supply shortages. It is a case of political tensions directly affecting the economy.
Companies mentioned：三菱重工、三菱造船、川崎重工、IHI、日本宇宙航空研究開発機構
Japan has spent 16 years seeking rare earth supplies from sources other than China, but still imports 63% from China. It has yet to achieve true independence from Chinese supply.
Companies mentioned：Lynas、Carester、双日、JOGMEC、岩谷産業
The film “給阿嬤的情書,” made in the Teochew language, has grossed 269 million yuan in China and expanded into Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the United States. It has won strong acclaim for deeply resonating with the history and emotions of Southeast Asian Chinese communities.
Taiwan's 行政院 has submitted a special budget proposal under the “無人機特別條例,” ahead of a vote this Friday. President Lai Ching-te stressed that the annual budget proposal cannot deliver both defense and industrial development. National security and the strengthening of the industrial base are at stake.
China's J-16 fighter jets conducted mock air combat with Rafale fighters in Egypt. A retired general analyzed that China had a 90% chance of winning in beyond-visual-range combat. The event highlights advances in China's military technology.
Taiwan Mobile will hold its fourth Hard Tech Day on September 8, focusing on Agentic AI. Together with 精誠資訊, it will showcase the real-world capabilities of enterprise AI and promote cost reductions and efficiency gains across multiple industries.
Companies mentioned：精誠資訊
China is considering a draft amendment to its Road Traffic Safety Law that would hold vehicle manufacturers responsible for traffic violations committed while a vehicle is driving autonomously. The law is catching up with technological advances, paving the way for the industry's commercialization.
Companies mentioned：比亞迪、鴻蒙智行、阿維塔
Original博大（8109-TW）因工業、醫療、鐵道需求強勁，接單能見度達明年Q1，越南廠投產使產能增3成，全年營運樂觀。これは成長戦略の成果であり、グローバル需要の高まりを示している。
大亞線纜 is cautiously optimistic about its wire and cable business and continues to invest in green energy, including solar power and energy storage. First-half results were strong, helped by 台電's resilient power grid plan and rising international copper prices.
Companies mentioned：台電
In July 2026, 高力 recorded after-tax net profit of 100 million yen, up 34.05% year over year. New plants are under construction in Taiwan and Thailand, with new capacity scheduled to come online in stages from 2027. This is a strategic expansion to meet rising future demand.
Original日元汇率再度逼近1美元兑160日元，日本企业因进口成本上升，纷纷寻求5至10年长期避险策略，反映市场对日元疲软的持续担忧。
Companies mentioned：Takara MC、Nitori Holdings、大和證券、摩根大通、美國銀行
In July 2026, Taiwan's stock market recorded one of its biggest-ever declines, and securities firms' profits fell 58.75% from the previous month. The main reasons were losses in proprietary trading and underwriting, sending shockwaves through the industry.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced that the shift to a lower-carbon power mix is progressing, with gas-fired generation reaching 47.7%. To meet growing AI demand, it will expand green power and gas-fired generation, and require large companies to install their own power generation equipment.
Taiwan's stock market rebounded on AI demand, with stocks such as 大立光 and 先進光 drawing attention. The investment strategy of “stock selection over market selection” is being emphasized.
Companies mentioned：大立光、先進光、上詮、金像電、世芯、建榮、輝達
Small- and mid-cap stocks on Taiwan's OTC market rebounded alongside rising trading volume, showing signs of a short-term rally. Gold Circuit Electronics and Auras Technology drew attention, and analyst Chen Chih-lin recommended that investors use an investment app.
Companies mentioned：金像電(2368-TW)、奇鋐(3017-TW)
Original輝達の財報発表を前に、台股は663点上昇。大立光や聯一光などAI関連銘柄が強含みで、外資など三大法人が買い越し。AI需要の持続が市場の期待を後押し。
Companies mentioned：台積電、鴻海、聯發科、大立光、聯一光、亞電、輝達、超微、美光
華擎 subsidiary 東擎 has passed the Taiwan Stock Exchange’s listing review and plans to issue 6114 lots of new shares at no less than 130 yuan per share, raising about 794 million yuan to bolster working capital. The company’s business has performed strongly in recent months, and operations are expected to remain robust in the second half of the year.
Companies mentioned：華擎、東擎
Garmin unveiled its new-generation fenix 9 series of GPS smartwatches. Against the backdrop of 8% annual growth in user activity levels, the company is rolling out high-performance models designed to meet diverse outdoor sports needs.
In filings for the first half of 2026 under the integrated housing and land tax, short-term transactions within 2 years fell to less than 10%, while long-term holdings and tax exemptions became the norm. Policies to curb speculation are believed to have worked.
Companies mentioned：信義房屋
Powertech Technology is accelerating development of next-generation silicon photonics technology and aims to mass-produce optical engines using Micro-Bump technology. By delivering high-speed data transmission and low power consumption for AI and high-performance computing, it aims to drive innovation in the industry.
Companies mentioned：台積電
OriginalPCBメーカー邑昇が2026年上半期に1株当たり純益0.92元を達成し、7月売上高も過去最高の1.85億元を記録。AIサーバー向け基板の需要拡大が寄与し、高付加価値分野への戦略的シフトが成果を上げている。
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim outlined a strategy for developing the drone industry. The plan is to leverage defense demand and build mass-production capacity using AI and supply-chain advantages.
Taiwan semiconductor packaging giant Powertech Technology completed the world's first fully automated FOPLP production line. It aims to begin mass production in Q2 2027 to meet demand for large chips in the AI era.
U.S. tariff policies will force the average American family to spend more than 1000 dollars extra per year. Trade tensions with Canada are escalating, with retaliatory tariffs expected to take effect. This is part of the United States' broad trade policy.
The Trump administration is continuing its tariff policies despite a Supreme Court ruling. As the responses of the judiciary and legislature come into question, the expansion of executive power is triggering a constitutional crisis.
裕隆汽車 announced that it will produce vehicles for 三菱汽車 for export to Australia and New Zealand, with deliveries in the fourth quarter. It is also advancing mass production of Cavira electric vehicles and expanding overseas repair and energy businesses, demonstrating operational resilience.
Companies mentioned：三菱汽車、鴻華先進
The New Taiwan dollar closed at 31.818 on the 26th, gaining 5 cents, as foreign-exchange trading quieted. International oil prices fell on expectations that supply through the Strait of Hormuz would recover, affecting the Taiwan dollar. Investors are watching remarks by the Federal Reserve chair.
Companies mentioned：統一投顧
Hong Kong stocks rose broadly, led by the securities, semiconductor and nonferrous metals sectors. Strong earnings and surging resource prices were behind the gains, drawing increased investor interest.
Companies mentioned：阿里巴巴、小米集團、百度、美團、快手、嗶哩嗶哩、網易、江西銅業股份、中国有色礦業、中金公司、招商證券、中信證券、長光辰、劍橋科技、華虹宏力、中芯國際、中国金茂、北控水務集團、中国石油股份
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Companies mentioned：輝達、NVDA-US、人工智慧、AI、華爾街、Alphabet、GOOGL-US、SpaceX、標普500指數、巴隆周刊、Barron’s、亞馬遜、AMZN-US、微軟、MSFT-US、Meta Platforms、META-US、超大規模雲端業者、hyperscalers、超微、AMD-US
Unitree Robotics, billed as the first humanoid robot company to list on China's A-share market, fell for 5 consecutive trading days after its listing, with its share price dropping by about half. Its market capitalization shed 205.6 billion yuan, highlighting concerns about overheating in the market.
泰金-KY posted after-tax net profit of 248 million yuan in the first half of 2026, up 3.36 times year on year and matching last year’s full-year figure. Earnings per share came to 6.46 yuan. Growth was driven mainly by contributions from new products and customers, indicating that its transformation strategy is paying off.
China's 3 major A-share indexes rose on the 26th and traded near highs. Trading volume edged down, but domestic policies and corporate fundamentals are supporting the market. The impact of U.S. interest rates is viewed as limited.
Companies mentioned：方正証券、中信建投、NVIDIA
IMF chief 格奧爾基耶娃 warned that the energy shock caused by the war in the Middle East is not over, and that central banks should focus on price stability and avoid easing too soon. AI investment is supporting demand, but financial risks require vigilance.
Companies mentioned：IMF、米連邦準備制度理事会（Fed）
Indian AI infrastructure company AM Intelligence purchased 9000 NVIDIA Rubin systems, becoming the first company in Asia to make a large-scale deployment. It is leveraging low-cost renewable energy, and U.S. companies became its first customers.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、Microsoft、Google、Amazon、Greenko Group Plc
中信銀行 and 統一企業集團’s “uniopen co-branded card” has surpassed one million cards issued. The offer of up to 11% in rewards has also been extended through the end of the year, strengthening its retail finance ecosystem.
Companies mentioned：統一企業集團、7-ELEVEN、康是美、夢時代、統一時代百貨、DREAM PLAZA、星巴克、萬家福、樂家康
Apple is launching Mac mini models powered by M6/M5 Pro ahead of its fall 2026 product unveiling. It is also advancing plans for the iPhone 18 Pro with an A20 Pro (2nm) chip, its first foldable iPhone, and an AI server strategy. The company is strengthening its focus on high-priced, high-value-added products.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Intel、Foxconn
The share of luxury home transactions in Taipei City has risen for three consecutive years, reaching 5.6% in the first half of 2026. It was the only metropolitan area in Taiwan to exceed 5%, reflecting affluent buyers’ preference for scarce homes that retain their value.
Companies mentioned：永慶房屋
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