# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-27 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 108 items from 4 sources; Japan, 55 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Industry-first: a single panel stops flooding across a 4m-wide opening. Developed an easy-to-install, one-touch flood barrier made of CFRP with a magnetic attachment system

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000146768.html
- anchor: #n2271392
- Companies mentioned: KTX株式会社、東レ株式会社

Facts:
- More than 5,000 panels delivered cumulatively and more than 150 case studies featured on the website
- 高さ350mmの場合は、最長4,000ｍｍ幅の間口にも1枚対応が可能に
- Panel weight: 4.8 kg

## Reiwa PR to speak at the Metropolitan Area Yorozu Summit on “How to Get Started with Recruitment PR to Support Hiring”

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000118781.html
- anchor: #n2271391
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社令和PR、株式会社PR TIMES、東京都信用金庫協会、リクルート、リクナビ、ITベンチャー

Facts:
- X (@mica823) followers: 45,000
- Established 株式会社令和PR in 2023
- May 2023

## 【2026 秋、名古屋・福岡・東京・大阪へ】全国4都市 海外進学イベント: Crimson Education x Crimson Global Academy (CGA) の共同開催決定！

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000050425.html
- anchor: #n2271390
- Companies mentioned: Crimson Education、Crimson Global Academy (CGA)

Facts:
- Webinars attended by more than 23,000 people to date
- In-person events attended by more than 1,700 families to date
- Has offices in more than 30 countries worldwide
- 1,7305 students to the Ivy League
- 453 students to Oxford and Cambridge in the UK
- Students from more than 70 countries worldwide attend classes in real time

## AlgaleX, which grows algae using awamori lees from Uruma, Okinawa, wins the LOCAL ENGAGEMENT Award at “THE BLUEKEEPERS AWARD 2026”

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000076018.html
- anchor: #n2271389
- Companies mentioned: AlgaleX、THE BLUEKEEPERS AWARD 2026、OCEANS、Chefs for the BLUE、ミシュラン

Facts:
- “THE BLUEKEEPERS AWARD 2026”
- First held in 2025
- March 2021

## Plant-based vegan leather brand LOVST TOKYO to hold a pop-up at アトレ恵比寿, featuring original giveaways and a special exhibition

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000080170.html
- anchor: #n2271388
- Companies mentioned: LOVST TOKYO、ラヴィストトーキョー株式会社、アトレ恵比寿

Facts:
- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- Sunday, September 13
- “Geometric Scarf” list price: 8,800 yen
- 7,920 yen (tax included)
- “Apple 2Way Tote Bag” / limited-edition color “Limited Black” list price: 26,800 yen
- 24,120 yen (tax included)
- Purchases of 25,000 yen or more, tax included
- Limited to the first 100 people

## [Monthly AI Search Report] “Zero-click searches” account for 47% of all Google searches. Explaining the shift away from the era when “ranking first in search meant getting read” and the new metrics companies need

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000166736.html
- anchor: #n2271387
- Companies mentioned: ナレッジホールディングス、Ahrefs、博報堂DY ONE、Google、Microsoft、TIME、ユーザーローカル

Facts:
- 47% of all Google searches
- Japan: 41%
- Japan leads at 62.7%
- U.S.: 68.8%
- Private use of AI search: 27.6%
- Business use: 29.9%

## [For transportation operators] Notice of DX Solutions Showcase

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000136606.html
- anchor: #n2271386
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デンソーソリューション、Business Support System、株式会社アネストシステム、富士通

Facts:
- Participation is free.

## ADF Art Gallery Project Vol. 48 | Artist 長雪恵's solo exhibition, “Being Here, Being There,” opens

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000053.000039033.html
- anchor: #n2271385
- Companies mentioned: ADF（NPO青山デザインフォーラム）、GARDE Gallery

Facts:
- September 18, 2026 (Friday) to October 7 (Friday)
- オープニングレセプションは9月18日（金）18:00〜20:00まで開催
- 時間 11:00～18:00（最終日は17:00まで）

## New-build apartment investment from Fukuoka: “LEGENDE (レゲンデ)” secures new development land in Kanda, Kyoto District | From rental market, industry and bank financing assessments to development | セイコー・エステート＆ディベロップメント

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000162431.html
- anchor: #n2271384
- Companies mentioned: セイコー・エステート＆ディベロップメント、日産自動車九州、日産車体九州

Facts:
- Kanda's population was 37,439 as of the end of July 2026.
- The number of households is 19,294.
- Under Kanda's Fifth Comprehensive Plan and latter-stage Basic Plan, which began in fiscal 2026, the number of manufacturing industry employees in fiscal 2024 was 15,504.
- 製造品出荷額等を2兆4,697億円
- 日産車体九州 Co., Ltd. also has its head office and factory there, and had 1,220 employees as of March 31, 2026.
- As of August 24, 2026, SUUMO's search for Kanda listings showed a total of 1,023 properties.

## Viltrox unveils “Vintage Z1 Pro,” a compact retro-style flash with TTL and 1/8000-second HSS support

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000156240.html
- anchor: #n2271383
- Companies mentioned: Viltrox、映像嵐株式会社、Amazon、E&Iクリエイション

Facts:
- Manufacturer's suggested retail price: ¥13,000 (tax included)
- Maximum output: 24Ws
- Guide number: GN12 (ISO 100, m)
- Recycle time: approximately 1 second
- Weight: approximately 136g
- Approximately 350 full-power flashes
- Approximately 350–10,000 flashes

## Celebrating an award at the highest level of the Contemporary Swordsmith Exhibition! Masterpieces of blade engraving, including “Nihongo utsushi,” on display together. Special exhibition “Exquisite Blade Engravings” opens at 名古屋刀剣博物館

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000023091.html
- anchor: #n2271382
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋刀剣博物館、日本美術刀剣保存協会、柳村宗寿、上林恒平、埋忠明寿、行平、高橋貞次、康継

Facts:
- The special exhibition “Exquisite Blade Engravings” will run from October 1, 2026 (Thursday) to January 17, 2027 (Sunday).
- ● General: 1,200 yen
- ● University and high school students: 500 yen
- ● Junior high and elementary school students: 300 yen
- ● Seniors (65 and older): 1,000 yen

## Portraits of famous people up close. Highlights of “Sold-Out Painter Kenta Nakajima Exhibition,” an ideal first museum visit

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000100047.html
- anchor: #n2271381
- Companies mentioned: 駿府博物館、静岡新聞社、静岡放送、静岡市、焼津市、藤枝市

Facts:
- More than 1,500 works have all sold out
- General admission ¥800
- High school students: 400 yen
- About 10 minutes by bus or taxi from the south exit of JR Shizuoka Station

## ダイレクトクラウド offers 3 months of discounted fees when switching cloud storage providers

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000000400.html
- anchor: #n2271380
- Companies mentioned: ダイレクトクラウド、DirectCloud Team Business

Facts:
- Discount of 3 months' usage fees in the first year
- Equivalent to 735 yen per user per month in the first year
- 7,350 yen for 10 users
- The regular price will be 9,800 yen/month.
- Capital: 40 million yen
- Established: May 2004

## GBP earns “JC-STAR★1” compliance label for its battery storage PCS and EMS

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000177.000110590.html
- anchor: #n2271379
- Companies mentioned: GBP株式会社、IPA、資源エネルギー庁

Facts:
- For high-voltage and extra-high-voltage solar power and battery storage projects applying for contracts from April 2027 onward
- Low-voltage projects will also be covered for applications from October 2027 onward.

## Bungeishunju's sports magazine Sports Graphic Number issue 1150, “Still, After All, the Swallows,” goes on sale Thursday, August 27!

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001093.000043732.html
- anchor: #n2271378
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社文藝春秋、東京ヤクルトスワローズ、横浜DeNAベイスターズ、読売ジャイアンツ

Facts:
- List price: 840 yen (tax included)
- Digital edition price: 800 yen (tax included)

## Swimsuit and youth photo magazine “Navy” launches August 27; cover featuring る菜一ノ瀬 revealed

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001112.000016935.html
- anchor: #n2271377
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社徳間書店、セブンネット

Facts:
- To be published on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
- List price: 1,870 yen (tax included)

## “It would be a shame to say ‘I don't understand design’—” A groundbreaking comprehensive history reading the path of Japanese society through design, “A Cultural History of Japanese Design,” goes on sale August 27!

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001328.000012754.html
- anchor: #n2271376
- Companies mentioned: 河出書房新社、DH家具、マツダ、スバル、トヨタ、ソニー、パナソニック、シャープ、任天堂

Facts:
- Shinsho format / paperback / 320 pages
- To be published on August 27, 2026.
- ISBN: 978-4-309-63208-7

## Episode 8 airs tonight! Yurika Nakamura and Reo Sano co-star in “My Husband Asked Me to Have an Affair”: Hanae (Yurika Nakamura) has a sanctioned affair with Ryohei (Shono Hayama) every Saturday… Meanwhile, Hiroki (Reo Sano) meets secretly with Hina (Sumire Yokono) along with his daughter!?

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002782.000020945.html
- anchor: #n2271375
- Companies mentioned: テレビ大阪、テレビ愛知、テレビ東京、FOD、TVer、シーモアコミックス、ポニーキャニオン、Starry Records、The icon、テレビ大阪／The icon、「夫に不倫をお願いされました」製作委員会

Facts:
- テレビ大阪 毎週木曜深夜24時00分〜
- テレビ愛知 毎週火曜深夜1時30分〜
- テレビ東京 毎週水曜深夜3時20分〜
- 10 episodes, 30 minutes each

## One shoe supports both children's safety and healthy foot development

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000074893.html
- anchor: #n2271229
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リオグループホールディングス、Apple

Facts:
- Available in sizes 16.0cm–23.0cm for kids and juniors.
- Event dates: September 2 (Wed.) to September 4 (Fri.), 2026

## Kievit Scientific wins contract for U.S. East Coast life sciences startup support program with 神戸市 for fiscal 2026 as well

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:04:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000091029.html
- anchor: #n2271134
- Companies mentioned: Kievit Scientific LLC、神戸市

Facts:
- FY2026

## [La Carpe] August 2026 event report: The 6th session of “Atsuko Morita's Shinra Juku” held

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000034999.html
- anchor: #n2271136
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ラキャルプ、株式会社サンルイ・インターナッショナル、株）日日漢方、ルボア エクラ

Facts:
- Held in Tokyo on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

## Broadcast begins in September ２０２６! Check out the latest information before the broadcast starts. Packed with information on popular Kamen Riders from across the years! “仮面ライダーマイス＆全仮面ライダー ひみつ大図鑑” goes on sale Monday, August 31!

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008844.000001719.html
- anchor: #n2271135
- Companies mentioned: 仮面ライダーマイス、全仮面ライダー、石森プロ、テレビ朝日、ADK EM、東映、株式会社 講談社

Facts:
- Starting in September 2026
- 42 color pages
- August 31, 2026
- From September 6

## “Nagoya's charismatic horse-racing tipster” Ito Uhyo (いとう・うひょ) predicts the top-two finishers in the GⅠ races and graded stakes in the second half of 2026! “Link Betting Method: Ultra Signs!” published September 10!

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000169048.html
- anchor: #n2270980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社秀和システム新社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- List price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- He has written 58 books, including this one.

## Wang Yi-hsiung's view: Japan's new militarism is a dead end from which there is no return

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159032
- anchor: #n2271303

Japanese political leaders have faced strong backlash from Asian countries including China and South Korea for visiting Yasukuni Shrine. The shrine also honors war criminals, bringing historical disputes back to the fore.

## Wu Fang-ming's view: When the Treasury Department takes on the bond market—Bessent's battle to defend U.S. Treasuries is reshaping confidence in the dollar

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159199
- anchor: #n2271304
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ財政部

Bessent, the U.S. アメリカ財政部 secretary, intervened in the U.S. Treasury market and took measures including raising the buyback cap for long-term bonds. The moves are intended to ease market concerns over high interest rates and the fiscal deficit, but may not provide a long-term solution.

## Zheng Zhaoxi's view: When democracy can only elect arrogant incompetents—from Trump to Taiwan, global two-party politics is sliding into an abyss of cognitive decline

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158816
- anchor: #n2271305
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ、台湾

Zheng Zhaoxi analyzed the crisis of democracy, citing Trump and the political situation in 台湾 as examples, and warned of a tendency to elect incompetent leaders. Zheng pointed to the rise of populism under the influence of online culture and said democratic institutions were malfunctioning.

## Hou Yongfu's view: The life of the law lies not in logic but in experience—the executive and legislative branches must have mechanisms for mutual checks and balances

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159153
- anchor: #n2271307

侯永福 says that after the 1997 constitutional amendments lowered the threshold for reconsideration, it became difficult for the executive branch to effectively check the legislature. The system faces a risk of institutional power imbalance and urgently needs a review of its constitutional mechanisms.

## 《金特務》《末行手記》都輸了！Netflix2026最強韓劇TOP10冠軍是它：口碑爆棚零負評、錯過太可惜

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159474
- anchor: #n2271306
- Companies mentioned: Netflix

A ranking of Korean dramas released on Netflix from January to August 2026 has been announced. Kim Seon-ho and Go Youn-jung's Can This Love Be Translated? ranked first with a high rating of 8.3. The shows have strong viewer support and include a host of talked-about titles.

## Li Hua-chiu's view: No talk of the 九合一 elections, no attacks on Lai Ching-te—the subtle shift in mainland China's stance toward Taiwan

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159130
- anchor: #n2271309

李華球 attended a cross-strait forum in Nanchong, Sichuan, and observed that mainland China's strategy toward Taiwan has become more low-key, with less political criticism and fewer references to elections. The focus on the 十五五 plan and peaceful exchanges reflects a pragmatic shift in cross-strait interactions.

## Wu Dian-rong's column: Is Weng Hsiao-ling really causing trouble for Lai Ching-te?

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159611
- anchor: #n2271310

KMT legislator 翁曉玲 froze the presidential office's budget for confidential state affairs, triggering a strong backlash from the pan-green camp. The dispute appears to concern the purchase of mooncakes for disadvantaged groups, but in reality reflects tensions over expanding executive power and an imbalance in legislative oversight.

## Opinion: Money for campaigning, but none for disaster inspections—is the AI Cabinet down to a single phone?

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158896
- anchor: #n2271068

During severe rain damage in southern Taiwan, Premier 卓榮泰 said he could only contact disaster-hit areas by phone because the Legislative Yuan had cut the budget by 553萬元. This prompted questions about the governing ability of the “AI Cabinet” and highlighted the conflict between political accountability and budget use.

## Why do Taiwanese funeral rites burn paper houses and cars? It is not superstition—the paper offerings embody a millennia-old view of life and death

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158910
- anchor: #n2271067

The burning of paper houses, cars and other paper offerings in traditional Taiwanese funerals reflects the millennia-old belief that “one should serve the dead as one served them in life.” It is an expression of culture and emotion, not mere superstition.

## Opinion: When algorithms start handing out money—is an election about choosing policies or candy?

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158419
- anchor: #n2271070

Ahead of Taiwan's 九合一 elections in 2026, candidates are using algorithms to spread short videos centered on cash handouts. Concerns have been raised that the quality of democracy could be reduced to the distribution of “candy.”

## Opinion: Breaking the gray-zone impasse—a review of frontline military measures against drones on outlying islands

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159092
- anchor: #n2271069
- Companies mentioned: 韓国国防調達庁（DAPA）、米国海軍

The military faces difficulties responding to gray-zone incursions by small drones from China into Taiwan's outlying islands and key facilities because of legal and equipment constraints. Reform proposals have been put forward.

## 阿將伊崮喜瀾's view: Chips can calculate, but a nation may not know how to think—from a small app in an Indigenous community to Taiwan's future battle for AI

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158773
- anchor: #n2271071
- Companies mentioned: 台湾積体電路製造公司、DeepSeek-AI、Moonshot AI、ByteDance Seed

Although Taiwan leads the world in chip manufacturing, its AI development remains constrained by shortcomings in models, data and the ecosystem. Chinese AI models such as DeepSeek, Kimi K3 and Seedance are making advances in efficiency, task execution and multimedia generation, underscoring Taiwan's need to build an independent AI system.

## Opinion: For the KMT to regain power, it must strengthen its foundations before expanding

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158802
- anchor: #n2271074

韓國瑜 publicly criticized 傅崐萁 during cross-party negotiations, invoking the Analects to stress the importance of “strengthening the foundations.” But the move instead exposed the KMT's long-term strategic failures and internal discord, potentially affecting its chances of a change of government in 2028.

## Opinion: What Kaohsiung's heavy rain reveals about the public value of urban land readjustment—not just land development, but urban disaster prevention

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159099
- anchor: #n2271073

Heavy rain in Kaohsiung exposed the limits of its drainage system. Citing the Bao Ye Li detention pond as an example, the author stresses the importance of reserving public space through urban land readjustment to prevent disasters and calls on the government to promote a fairer, more transparent readjustment system.

## Bai Lu and Tian Xiwei both lose out! The top 10 actresses in Chinese drama fight scenes, with her taking the crown: fluid movements and the ultimate star of period-drama action

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159481
- anchor: #n2271072
- Companies mentioned: 微博

Facts:
- Top 10 actresses in Chinese dramas for fight scenes
- By 2026
- During the series' popular run in 2023

## Opinion: If the Hsinchu County magistrate race is lost, can 陳見賢 still shift the blame?

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159166
- anchor: #n2271075

Ahead of the Hsinchu County magistrate election, Kuomintang candidate Hsu Hsin-ying holds a narrow lead, but party unity has not advanced. Chen Chien-hsien, who lost in the primary, has refused to cooperate, raising the risk of a split vote. Some say he should bear responsibility for a defeat.

## Opinion: Championships are the result, culture is the cause—the foundations of American sports

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158370
- anchor: #n2271076

Taiwan education officials observed sports culture in the United States and highlighted the importance of its cultural foundations rather than competition results. They said sports being rooted in everyday life is the source of strength.

## If Taiwanese people won't listen, tell the whole world: Excerpt from 《中國，在世界中形成》 (1)

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157945
- anchor: #n2270920

The book 『中國，在世界中形成』 is an academic work on Chinese history based on a podcast. It calls for a reconsideration of the nation-state view of history and discusses China's formation through the “Tianxia system.”

## Why is a paper sleeve wrapped around takeaway coffee cups? It does more than prevent burns—and the design is only 30 years old

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159383
- anchor: #n2270919
- Companies mentioned: Starbucks、Coffee People、MoMA

The takeaway coffee sleeve “Java Jacket” was invented by American inventor Jay Sorensen in 1991 to address heat and improve grip. The design is only 30 years old, yet has become a global coffee-culture icon and earned recognition from MoMA.

## 〈Precious Metals After Hours〉 PCE inflation deepens Fed rate-hike expectations; spot gold falls below US$4,600

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:57:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6587673
- anchor: #n2271239
- Companies mentioned: Zaner Metals、CME、BEA、IRGC

U.S. PCE inflation came in above expectations, raising expectations of a Fed rate hike and pushing gold prices below $4600. Investors are watching the Fed chair's remarks at the Jackson Hole meeting.

## Nvidia delivers stunning long-term outlook; U.S. stock futures rise across the board

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:50:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588298
- anchor: #n2271240
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Salesforce、Okta

NVIDIA's earnings report and its impact on the market, as well as the outlook for the AI industry. The report beat expectations, and Nasdaq 100 futures rose. Investment in AI infrastructure will be key to future growth.

## Amazon's AWS to buy 2 million GPUs from Nvidia

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588285
- anchor: #n2271241
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、NVIDIA

Amazon's AWS is procuring 2 million GPUs from NVIDIA to strengthen its AI infrastructure. This signals continued massive investment by cloud companies and could have a major impact across the industry.

## Nvidia earnings top expectations; 2028 fiscal-year revenue projected to grow 70%; shares briefly rise 5% after hours

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:15:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588046
- anchor: #n2271242
- Companies mentioned: Advanced Micro Devices、Google、Intel、SpaceX

AI chip giant NVIDIA reported its second-quarter fiscal 2027 results, with revenue and profit exceeding market expectations. Its forecast for 70% revenue growth in fiscal 2028 was well received, and its stock rose 5% after hours.

## When will Iran return to the negotiating table? Trump: No timeline at all

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:10:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588262
- anchor: #n2271243

U.S. President Trump signaled that he would set no deadline for resuming negotiations with Iran and would continue economic sanctions and military pressure. Iran's economy is deteriorating severely, and the country is becoming increasingly isolated diplomatically.

## New York FX: Dollar rises as economic data bolster chances Fed will hold rates steady

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:45:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588044
- anchor: #n2271002
- Companies mentioned: CME、米財務省、日本銀行、欧州中央銀行

The U.S. dollar rose as strong U.S. economic data signaled that the Federal Reserve would hold off on raising rates. The foreign exchange market is focused on future monetary policy.

## World's best-selling phone revealed! iPhone 17 retains top spot; Apple takes top 3

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:44:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588263
- anchor: #n2271003
- Companies mentioned: Apple、Samsung、Counterpoint Research

The iPhone 17 was named the world's best-selling smartphone in the second quarter of 2026, with Apple taking all 3 top spots in unit sales. Its strength in the high-end market stood out, while the overall market contracted 11%.

## After-hours U.S. stocks: Sticky U.S. inflation sends all 3 major indexes lower; Nvidia earnings revealed

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:24:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588260
- anchor: #n2271004
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Meta、Apple、Alphabet、Microsoft、Amazon、AMD、Broadcom、Applied Materials、Qualcomm、Micron、Western Digital、SanDisk、Seagate、SK Hynix、TSMC、ASE、UMC、Chunghwa Telecom、Intuit、Moderna

U.S. inflation in July exceeded expectations, and major indexes edged lower amid concerns about a Fed rate hike. NVIDIA, meanwhile, reported strong earnings, with revenue up 106% year over year, and its stock rebounded on its long-term growth outlook.

## 〈台股盤前要聞〉輝達財報開獎牽動台股攻4萬6、 力成CPO方案及FOPLP明年量產

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588194
- anchor: #n2271005
- Companies mentioned: 南亜、陽明、三菱自動車、台湾金聯、大立光、創意

Taiwan's stock market rose 663 points to close at 45,832. Powertech Technology is advancing preparations for mass production of CPO and FOPLP, while LandMark Optoelectronics is investing NT$2.27 billion to meet AI demand. The developments point to important technological progress and a strong market.

## Energy after-hours: Oil market tug-of-war begins; Hormuz talks offer hope, but crude closes lower amid lower-than-expected U.S. inventories

- Published: 2026-08-27T05:51:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588198
- anchor: #n2270859
- Companies mentioned: Saxo Bank、Lukoil、ING

International oil prices fell on expectations that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would resume and amid a smaller-than-expected increase in U.S. inventories. However, geopolitical risks have not been fully resolved, and market tensions remain.

## Yuen Chi-fung column: Brokerage stocks outperform the broader market

- Published: 2026-08-27T05:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6588192
- anchor: #n2270860
- Companies mentioned: 華潤電力、阿里、長飛光纖、中芯國際、信達生物、騰訊、安踏體育、海底撈、洛陽鉬業、中國海外、老鋪黃金、龍湖集團、中國人壽、百濟神州、中生製藥、農夫山泉、紫金礦業、申洲國際、吉利汽車、藥明生物、藥明康德、華潤啤酒、創科實業、中石油、港鐵、中華煤氣、美團、快手、百度、小米、網易、小鵬集團、華虹宏力、舜宇光學、Minimax、騰訊音樂、智譜、商湯、比亞迪、京東健康、嗶哩嗶哩、江西銅業、中金公司、中信証券、中國海洋石油、理想汽車、翰森製藥、中國海外發展

Yuen Chi-fung's column recommends 華潤電力, with a target price of HK$20.5 and a stop-loss price of HK$18. Hong Kong stocks are consolidating in the short term, brokerage earnings are outperforming the broader market, and several companies have announced interim results.

## 輝達 projects 70% revenue growth in 2027; shares rebound from losses as supply chain runs at full capacity

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:42:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270018.aspx
- anchor: #n2271428
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、NVIDIA

Facts:
- Quarterly revenue reached US$96.2 billion
- Revenue growth is forecast to reach 70% in 2027.
- 輝達 shares closed down 1.59% today
- Far above the market's original forecast of 45%
- 輝達 Data Center revenue reached $89 billion in the second quarter
- Edge Computing revenue of $7.2 billion
- Third-quarter revenue forecast at about $108 billion
- The market's prevailing forecast of $104 billion
- Second-quarter gross margin remained exceptionally high at 75%
- Third-quarter gross margin forecast to edge down to 74%
- Second-quarter non-GAAP diluted earnings per share were $2.22

## Lee Hao-Yu's progress earns praise from U.S. media; Tigers manager says he wants young players to play without fear

- Published: 2026-08-27T08:28:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608270017.aspx
- anchor: #n2271400
- Companies mentioned: 底特律自由報、The Detroit Free Press、老虎隊、皇家

Facts:
- Lee Hao-Yu is just 23 years old
- After 5 years of development in the minor leagues
- Made his major league debut on April 17 this year
- 6月2日遭球隊下放小聯盟3A
- Returned to the major leagues on June 13
- The game against 皇家 on the 22nd

## Man drives into crowd in northwestern France, killing 1 and injuring 10

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:58:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270016.aspx
- anchor: #n2271299
- Companies mentioned: 法國消防、法國警方、法新社

Facts:
- 1 dead
- 10 people injured
- 1 dead
- 4 seriously injured
- 6 people suffered minor injuries.

## Magnitude 5.2 earthquake in Taitung; maximum intensity of 3

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:05:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270015.aspx
- anchor: #n2271128
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Magnitude 5.2
- Earthquake depth of 35 kilometers
- Epicenter 21.3 kilometers east-northeast of the Taitung County Government

## Trump: Iran's supreme leader has severe injuries to the left side of his body; U.S.-Iran war nearing its end

- Published: 2026-08-27T07:03:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270014.aspx
- anchor: #n2271127
- Companies mentioned: 土耳其安納杜魯新聞社、貝克

Facts:
- Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is still alive but has severe injuries to the left side of his body.

## Oil prices edge lower as markets assess the situations in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:44:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270013.aspx
- anchor: #n2270996
- Companies mentioned: 紐約商品交易所

Facts:
- West Texas Intermediate fell 13 cents, or 0.16%, for October delivery
- Settled at $82.23 a barrel
- London Brent crude fell 74 cents, or 0.84%, for October delivery
- Settled at $87.84 a barrel

## 輝達 Q2 earnings top expectations; quarterly revenue doubles

- Published: 2026-08-27T06:04:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270012.aspx
- anchor: #n2270979
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、NVIDIA、華爾街、倫敦證券交易所集團、LSEG

Facts:
- Quarterly revenue reached $96.2 billion
- 輝達 revenue up 106% year over year
- Third-quarter revenue forecast at $108 billion

## Can cutting advertising costs put a clinic in the black? Effective cost-cutting for clinics

- Published: 2026-08-27T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1354465
- anchor: #n2271223

Facts:
- More than 1,000 doctors

## Major achievements in 4 years at Teikyo: A homecoming driven by devotion to his alma mater and his path to becoming a Tokushima University professor

- Published: 2026-08-27T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1349718
- anchor: #n2271222
- Companies mentioned: 帝京大学、徳島大学

Facts:
- On 2 occasions
- The 5th professor of orthopedic surgery

## Survey of medical students' candid views on “specialties they're interested in” [2026]

- Published: 2026-08-27T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1354464
- anchor: #n2271221