AI News 180m Report

2026-08-27 15:00–18:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 312 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 290 items from 7 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)(71)

Fire at rear of first-floor restaurant in Ximending commercial district extinguished; cause under investigation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A fire broke out behind a restaurant in Taipei's Ximending commercial district. Firefighters extinguished it in about 30 minutes, and there were no injuries.

Facts

  • A fire broke out in an alley off Chengdu Road in Taipei's Wanhua District
  • The fire broke out shortly after 11 a.m. and was extinguished at 11:38
  • The fire started behind a restaurant
  • There were no injuries or people trapped by the fire

Executive Yuan holds Zhongyuan ritual; Cho Jung-tai hopes administration's drone bill will pass

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Spending cap of NT$210 billion
  • 國民黨 caucus says NT$240 billion is needed

Companies mentioned:行政院、立法院、國民黨

Yang Ming-wei says he has no regrets about marrying Fang Chih-yu; cites private reasons for divorce, says they remain on good terms

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Yang Ming-wei confirmed his divorce from Fang Chih-yu, stressing that they parted amicably and that he has no regrets about having been married. They remain on good terms.

Original「即使死後靈魂也會持續創作藝術」 草間彌生用圓點療癒童年創傷

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • She lived to the age of 97
  • Voluntarily admitted herself to a psychiatric hospital in Tokyo starting in 1977

Companies mentioned:草間彌生、路易威登、安迪.沃荷、賽門.艾略特、明白文化

Singapore's Apex logistics firm investigated by US over alleged smuggling of 輝達 chips to China

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The US has restricted sales of this type of hardware to China since 2022
  • US officials first contacted Apex in late 2024
  • They held further discussions in early 2025

Companies mentioned:Apex Logistics、輝達、Super Micro Computer Inc.

Federal Reserve chair to deliver key speech; markets hope for greater candor and transparency

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh will speak at the Jackson Hole annual symposium, with markets looking for greater transparency. He will need to balance fighting inflation with improving communication as a leader.

Companies mentioned:安永-帕特農、牛津經濟公司

September electronic and financial futures rise together

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan's stock market rose 142.6 points to close at 45,975.22 on the 27th. September electronic and financial futures also closed higher, both at premiums.

September Taiwan stock index futures rise 75 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

On Aug. 27, 2026, the Taipei stock market rose 142.6 points to close at 45975.22. September Taiwan index futures gained 75 points to 46078.

Facts

  • Taiwan's stock market ended up 142.6 points at 45,975.22.
  • The September futures opening reference price was 46,003 points.

Companies mentioned:台灣期貨交易所

台積電 turns lower, weighing on market; Taiwan stocks open higher but retreat to close at 45,975

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Nvidia earnings lifted Taiwan stocks at the open, with the market jumping higher before closing up 142.6 points at 45,975.22. Major electronics stocks were mixed, while petrochemical shares performed strongly.

Companies mentioned:輝達 (NVIDIA)、台積電、鴻海、大立光、奇鋐、力旺、南亞、國喬、台塑、台化

Original推動空軍現代化 孟加拉擬購中國J-10CE戰機

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • As many as 24 J-10CE fighter jets
  • May 2025

Companies mentioned:中國、孟加拉、巴基斯坦、印度、法製

Surging bond yields in Europe, the US and Japan sound alarm; a look at the causes and impact

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • The yield on U.S. 30-year Treasury bonds has now fallen to about 5.17%.
  • The benchmark 10-year German government bond yield is currently about 3.22%.
  • France's 10-year government bond yield is currently 4.05%.
  • The U.S. government's total debt surpassed $40 trillion for the first time this month.
  • The U.S. government paid as much as $970 billion in interest last year.
  • Far above the $350 billion recorded in 2021.

Companies mentioned:瑞士百達銀行、荷蘭國際集團、美國聯準會

Discord accused of failing to adequately protect children; Brazilian government seeks nearly $100 million in damages

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • About $97 million

Companies mentioned:Discord、巴西國家資料保護局(ANPD)

Coast Guard: 244 Chinese vessels intruded into Taiwan's waters in July, a record

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 60%
  • 1,247 vessel visits

Companies mentioned:海洋委員會海巡署、法新社、中共軍方

Taiwan stocks rise 142.6 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taipei stocks closed up 142.6 points at 45,975.22. Plastics shares led the gains, and trading was active.

Companies mentioned:統一、群益、元大、中信、AMAX-KY、國喬、永悅健康、中揚光、台虹

Taiwan | 風傳媒(43)

Nanliao and Yong'an both lose! Taiwan's top fishing harbor draws 4.54 million visitors; tourists praise its clean surroundings and tasty, affordable seafood: worth visiting regularly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan tourism data for January through July 2026 showed that 王功漁港 recorded 4.54 million visitors, making it the most popular tourist fishing harbor. Fishing ports combining seafood, nature and experiences are attracting attention.

Is living in an apartment always better after retirement? A 71-year-old couple sold their detached house and moved next to a station, but regretted it six months later

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A 71-year-old couple moved to an apartment near a train station for convenience, but after six months they regretted it, feeling lonely without a garden. When moving after retirement, people should consider not only reducing the burden of daily life but also preserving its pleasures.

Companies mentioned:THE GOLD ONLINE

Himalayan glacier collapse triggers disaster! Mudflows swallow villages along the China-Nepal border, with more than 1,300 people missing

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A glacier in the Himalayas collapsed, triggering a massive debris flow on the China-Tibet border with Nepal. More than 160 people have died and more than 1384 are missing. International rescue efforts are underway.

Store water now! 6 counties and cities will have water shut off tomorrow, leaving “the whole family without water from morning to night”; check your home's outage area with one click

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Water service will be suspended on August 28 in Taipei and 6 other counties and cities due to pipeline work. Some areas will be without water for up to 10 hours, and residents have been urged to store water in advance.

Companies mentioned:台湾自来水公司

Adding “air cover” to this is the Iranian regime's biggest nightmare: how the economic isolation campaign can hit the Revolutionary Guard's “七-inch” weak spot

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The United States has launched an “economic isolation operation” and stepped up sanctions aimed at cutting off funding sources for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Public discontent is mounting, exposing the government’s vulnerability.

Companies mentioned:United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI)

Pokémon loses! Taiwan's most popular walking-exercise app TOP10: this one takes the crown, with cross-industry collaborations sparking group outings; too good to miss

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A TOP10 ranking of walking exercise apps based on online buzz in Taiwan has been released. Gamification, rewards programs and services linked to local communities are drawing attention as motivations for users to exercise.

Companies mentioned:台湾人壽、Niantic、国泰人壽、LINE、台北市政府体育局

Chinese tourists are skipping Japan and South Korea! They are flocking to 1 country instead, with 3.07 million visitors; Taiwanese people love it too, with lots of delicious food and low prices

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Thailand's tourism industry has seen fewer visitors due to international developments and regional competition, as Chinese and Taiwanese travelers turn to countries such as Vietnam. Thailand is seeking a breakthrough through emerging markets and international events.

Companies mentioned:COMPASS、Krungthai Bank

When and where to make offerings for Zhongyuan Pudu, and what taboos to observe: how to prepare the three animal offerings and four fruits? A complete guide to the customs

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan’s The Storm Media has published a comprehensive guide to the Zhongyuan Pudu tradition, covering preparations for offerings, festival timing and taboos. The article explores how to balance cultural heritage with modern life.

Give your children 8.88 million in a year and pay no gift tax at all! “The tax bureau's 1 tip” helps you avoid exceeding the 2.44 million tax-free allowance

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan’s National Taxation Bureau has outlined a way for parents to give up to 8.88 million yen to a child getting married without incurring gift tax. The scheme combines a marriage gift exemption with the annual tax-free allowance and is drawing attention as a tax-saving measure.

Companies mentioned:財政部国税局

Clinic visits could exceed 100,000 when school starts! Doctor warns of a “double-virus” attack: the risk of children infecting family members soars 3 times

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Original台灣面臨流感與新冠「雙病毒」夾擊,開學將至,兒童感染風險高,且易傳染家人。專家呼籲盡早接種流感疫苗,鼻噴式疫苗提供無痛選擇。

Is 台積電's CoWoS running into trouble? Foreign analysts reveal yield issues, with “entire chips scrapped”: a big opportunity for 英特爾

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

台積電's CoWoS advanced packaging is reportedly facing yield problems, resulting in entire AI chips being scrapped and driving up costs. 英特爾 is using its EMIB technology to pursue customers such as Google and 聯發科, potentially challenging 台積電's dominance.

Companies mentioned:台積電、英特爾、輝達、Google、聯發科、Counterpoint Research、International Business Strategies

Delivering major financial benefits in practice: 永豐 builds trust-based finance

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

永豐銀行 is promoting major financial benefits, focusing on employees, customers and society. It has made social responsibility a core business strategy and is strengthening its commitment to trust-based finance.

Companies mentioned:台啤永豐雲豹職業籃球隊、台北永豐旺寶3×3職業籃球隊、政大雄鷹籃球隊

AI is getting cheaper, but the cost of building infrastructure isn't coming down! 輝達's earnings report is keeping the bulls optimistic, but the market still needs to carefully weigh the numbers

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Prices for AI models are falling, but shortages of semiconductors and memory are driving up infrastructure costs. Despite NVIDIA’s upbeat outlook, the market is reassessing the AI industry’s sustainability amid cost pressures and uncertainty over investment returns.

Companies mentioned:NVIDIA、OpenAI、Samsung Electronics、SK Hynix、Broadcom、Ramp、Maximand

Registration opens for the 2027 渣打臺北公益馬拉松: themed, exclusive experience camps aim to create a charity race for everyone

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Registration has officially opened for the “2027 渣打臺北公益馬拉松,” sponsored by Standard Chartered Bank. The event will take place on January 10, 2027, with a variety of race categories and themed experience camps. It combines charitable causes with international resources to encourage participation by everyone.

Companies mentioned:New Balance Run Club、渣打基金會

Revenue could top a hundred billion dollars! 輝達 earnings beat Wall Street expectations as 黃仁勳 rejects claims of “circular financing”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

NVIDIA, valued at $5 trillion, reported quarterly revenue of $96.2 billion and forecast more than $108 billion for the next quarter. CEO Jensen Huang pushed back against criticism of “circular financing” and emphasized AI’s capital-intensive nature.

Companies mentioned:OpenAI、Anthropic、Amazon Web Services、SpaceX

Are people born in the seventh lunar month destined for bad luck? A fortune teller explains the truth about “Ghost Month babies”: you can't judge by birth month alone

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Every seventh lunar month, a folk belief circulates that “Ghost Month babies” have an inauspicious fate. Fortune teller 王均景 says this is a misconception: a person's birth chart must be assessed using the year, month, day and hour together, not just the birth month. The issue reflects the interplay of Taiwanese folk culture and beliefs about fortune-telling.

How can you boil eggs so they're easy to peel? Insiders reveal 1 “no-heat, foolproof” trick: tender, smooth eggshells come right off

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A woman shared a trick on Threads for quickly peeling hard-boiled eggs by shaking them in a glass jar, sparking widespread discussion. Experts explain that fresh eggs are hard to peel because the whites contain carbon dioxide, and suggest letting them sit or baking them to reduce how firmly the whites cling to the shells.

The U.S. military is turning to nuclear power too, selecting 5 bases for reactor deployment to end reliance on the power grid and strengthen energy resilience

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The U.S. Army has announced plans to deploy small nuclear reactors at 5 military bases. The goal is to reduce reliance on external power grids and ensure a stable electricity supply even during disasters or attacks. Operations are targeted to begin in 2028.

Companies mentioned:Antares Nuclear、BWXT Advanced Technologies、General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems、Radiant Industries、Westinghouse Government Services

阿原 unveils 3 plant-based healing gift boxes for the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival, blending Taiwanese herbs with the spirit of reunion; receives New Taipei's Select recognition

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwanese herbal brand 阿原 has unveiled 3 plant-based gift boxes for the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival. Its “Journey” set won a New Taipei City specialty product award, recognizing the value of local partnerships and sustainable products.

Latest notice on work and school closures tomorrow, 8/28! Will Typhoon Saudel bring a day off? Latest track updates and closure information for all 22 counties and cities

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

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Companies mentioned:ANA、JAL、JR九州

No need to remove your window screens and blast them with water to clean them! Insiders recommend 1 inexpensive item that “saves effort and time,” costs little and wipes grime away, leaving them like new

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A “sash-window dusting brush” sold at 100-yen shops in Japan is attracting attention for making it easy to clean screens without removing them. Its low price of 49 yen and practicality have earned praise, and it is being widely shared on social media.

Companies mentioned:大創(Daiso)

Legislature passes freeze on Cho Jung-tai's salary; Executive Yuan responds

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The Legislative Yuan froze the salary of Premier Cho Jung-tai. The Executive Yuan responded that the move was “unconstitutional” and said it would take lawful action. Budget cuts have also halted support for sheltered workshops.

阿原 unveils 3 plant-based healing gift boxes for the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival, blending Taiwanese herbs with the spirit of reunion; receives New Taipei's Select recognition

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwanese herbal brand 阿原 has launched 3 plant-based gift boxes for the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival. Its “Journey” set in particular won a New Taipei City specialty product award, recognizing local partnerships and sustainable products.

Wall Street Journal: Approved 18 years ago, burning through over ten billion, California high-speed rail still hasn't laid a single track

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Since California’s high-speed rail plan was approved in 2008, its cost has ballooned from $33 billion to more than $126 billion, while progress has been delayed. Completion is projected for 2040, and the project faces a funding crisis, leaving its future uncertain.

What happened to the former “Asian Tiger”? Thailand’s economy may follow in Japan’s footsteps, with the “getting old before getting rich” dilemma difficult to resolve

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Thailand, once dubbed the “Tiger of Asia,” is grappling with slow growth, an aging population and high household debt, putting it at risk of “Japanification,” or prolonged stagnation like Japan’s. A convergence of structural challenges is raising questions about the economy’s sustainability.

Companies mentioned:Oxford Economics、HSBC、Pantheon Macroeconomics、Siam Commercial Bank、World Bank、IMF

Don’t want to leave your inheritance to your siblings? Expert warns that skipping 1 step could mean the statutory reserved share is divided up, and even a will won’t help

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

To address disputes over statutory shares of an inheritance, experts recommend practical measures such as lifetime gifts and testamentary trusts in addition to wills. They offer legal advice to help spouses protect real estate.

This nail shape could signal lung disease! Doctor reveals 7 changes that may be warning signs; watch for white spots and horizontal ridges

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Changes in nail shape may signal serious conditions such as lung or heart disease. Dr. 沈明忠, a physician in rheumatology and immunology, explains 7 abnormal patterns and their associated diseases, stressing the importance of early detection.

Stop using these 3 types of cookware! Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration warns that misuse or damage may increase risks; many people are reluctant to throw them away even when they are worn out

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration has warned of the risks of using damaged nonstick, copper and aluminum cookware. The pans are safe when used correctly, but should be replaced if worn or damaged.

Companies mentioned:衛生福利部食品薬物管理署、ドイツ連邦リスク評価研究所(BfR)、カナダ保健省、Bon Appétit

Ningxia and Shilin lose out! Taiwan’s best night market is this one, visitors say: “Foreigners love browsing here, there’s plenty of food and it’s easy to get to”; it’s well planned and worth a visit

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan’s night markets enjoy overwhelming support from international tourists, with Taipei’s Raohe Street Night Market ranking first with a 25.48% visit rate. Convenient transportation and food are key to attracting tourists.

Market close: Taiwan stocks swing to close at 45975 points! Plastics, optoelectronics and PCB stocks lead the market, with 10 stocks hitting limit-up

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan stocks closed at 45,975.22 points on the 27th, up 0.31%. Plastics, optoelectronics and PCB-related stocks led the gains, with 南亞 and 大立光 among those hitting their daily limit. Investors are focusing on sector rotation.

Companies mentioned:台積電、聯發科、南亞、台塑、台化、大立光、華通

Yayoi Kusama came from an extremely wealthy family! Her family had 6 large greenhouses; her father had numerous affairs, and her mother made her spy on him

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama died at the age of 97. Behind her signature polka dots and pumpkin works lay a painful childhood and psychological trauma in a wealthy family. Her art confronted and transformed fear.

Head to Kinmen for the weekend without taking time off! Spend 2 days and 1 night in a traditional Minnan residence, explore the cross-sea bridge after dark and wander through wartime tunnels

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Kinmen’s tourism sector has launched a 2-day, 1-night cultural trip that requires no time off work, combining stays in traditional residences, wartime tunnels and overseas Chinese mansions. It is attracting office workers for quick weekend getaways and an immersive cultural experience.

Air service to Hualien cut back! Mandarin Airlines slashes flights starting 10/1; chairman laments: seats are like lunchboxes that won’t sell

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Because passenger loads on its Hualien routes have remained low for a long time, Mandarin Airlines will sharply reduce flights from October. The 2 routes will have a combined minimum of just 5 flights per week. The chairman likened the seats to lunchboxes that won’t sell, reflecting the challenges facing regional aviation.

Companies mentioned:立榮航空、民航局

Has Jizhi Property Management weathered its financial crisis? New chairman Wang Guizeng acts as guarantor and invests more; director Chen Jiancheng says the actual debt is not that alarming

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan’s largest rental and property management company, 兆基屋管, has drawn attention over a financial crisis. Wang Guizeng of the China Man-Made Fiber Corporation has become chairman and loan guarantor, and has pledged additional investment to stabilize the company’s operations, signaling a commitment to corporate responsibility and financial restructuring.

Companies mentioned:宏碁、趙姬投資、寄居蟹管理顧問、鼎喆國際商務法律事務所、中華不動產仲裁協會

A branch of a “well-known clothing chain” announces it is closing! After 10 years, details of the clearance sale’s dates and location revealed

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

H&M’s Ximending store will close at the end of 2026 after its lease expires. It is holding a clearance sale that has drawn large crowds of shoppers, while the brand remains confident in the Taiwan market and is looking for a new location.

Companies mentioned:HANG TEN

Get your ID card! All-you-can-eat dining at 55% of the regular price for those aged 55 and over; 1 person eats free if conditions are met. A roundup of restaurant deals across Taiwan in August

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Star-rated hotels in Taipei are rolling out limited-time promotions to meet summer and fall dining demand, including discounts for guests aged 55 and older and offers where 1 person goes free when 4 dine together. They are expanding meat and Japanese food offerings to attract older customers and families.

Companies mentioned:台北花園大酒店、JR東日本大飯店台北、台北遠東香格里拉

On the ground in Tehran: people queue to buy fuel, some stations run out of stock; “economic isolation campaign” takes effect, leaving Iranians in panic

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran under what it calls an “economic isolation operation,” triggering panic buying of fuel centered in Tehran. A dispute between the government and the Revolutionary Guard over strategic reserves has emerged, fueling public anxiety.

Companies mentioned:Al Arabiya、The National、Iran International

Could recurrent “flowering” on the genitals of a man with diabetes be related to an overly long foreskin? Doctor explains the cause: circumcision can reduce recurrence

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A man with diabetes and phimosis is struggling with recurrent genital warts. 林儒廷, deputy director of 書田診所, says managing blood sugar alongside circumcision is important to preventing recurrence.

Companies mentioned:書田診所

Beyond simply taking in the scenery! “Sports travel” emerges as a new trend, with AsiaYo’s sports travel business posting explosive growth

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

AsiaYo’s sports travel business is booming, with GMV in the first half of 2026 exceeding its total for all of 2025. This signals that “traveling to compete” is taking hold as a new form of travel, with particularly strong participation among middle-aged and older people.

Not Japan or South Korea! Visitors from 1 country flock to Taiwan, surging to 400,000; many are eager to move and work here, with exceptionally strong ties

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

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Companies mentioned:Agoda

[The Journalist] Only NTU and Chang Gung left, with emergency rooms packed? Medical community points to the “only top hospitals will do” mindset

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Emergency departments at National Taiwan University Hospital and Chang Gung hospitals remain overcrowded, although conditions have improved at most hospitals. Chen Jianhua, president of the Taiwan Society of Emergency Medicine, says the public’s fixation on top hospitals has led to an imbalance in resources and recommends adjusting copayments to put user-pays principles into practice.

Companies mentioned:台大醫院、長庚醫療財團法人

Frequent fatigue and headaches could be caused by mold in the body! Doctor reveals 6 dietary restrictions; one woman says she recovered completely after trying them

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

An overgrowth of gut fungi is said to cause fatigue and headaches, and a doctor has proposed 6 dietary restrictions. Some people have reportedly regained their health by following them.

Northern Territories dispute returns to the focus of Japan-Russia ties: Putin visits Iturup in person; is he joining forces with Beijing to blockade Japan?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Russian President Putin visited Etorofu Island in the Northern Territories, drawing strong protests from Japan. China also signaled its support for cooperation, and relations between Japan and Russia have worsened. Geopolitical tensions are rising.

Taiwan | 鉅亨網(22)

Nvidia unveils stunning long-term forecast! Tech giants’ revenue rankings set for a major shake-up as it overtakes Apple and Alphabet to take second place

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

輝達 forecasts 70% operating revenue growth in fiscal 2028, outpacing Apple and Alphabet. The outlook reflects growing AI demand and a broadening customer base, with major implications for the industry.

Companies mentioned:Apple、Alphabet、Amazon、OpenAI

Paying a premium to buy AI developers’ paradise! Nvidia reportedly acquires Hugging Face for $12.9 billion, betting on open-source AI as its next growth engine

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

NVIDIA has agreed to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billion. The convergence of open and closed AI is accelerating, with significant implications for the battle for leadership in AI development.

Companies mentioned:NVIDIA、Hugging Face、Salesforce、Google、Alphabet、OpenAI、Anthropic

How should power-hungry AIDCs choose their locations? Kung Ming-hsin offers a solution: the northern power grid is constrained, making central and southern Taiwan the top choices

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Economics Minister Kung Ming-hsin says AI data centers should prioritize locations in central and southern Taiwan because of bottlenecks in the northern power grid. The Ministry of Economic Affairs will issue clear site-selection guidelines and support companies’ overseas expansion to strengthen the global supply chain.

Companies mentioned:電電工會

AI boom meets real-world hurdles: half of planned U.S. data centers forced to delay or cancel projects

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Half of the data center construction projects driven by the U.S. AI boom face the risk of delays or cancellation due to political opposition and infrastructure challenges. The situation is also affecting forecasts for natural gas demand.

Racing to capture AI and wind power! Kung Ming-hsin signals an upward revision to long-term electricity demand: annual growth to exceed 2.5%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan Economic Affairs Minister 龔明鑫 announced that the projected annual growth rate of Taiwan’s long-term electricity demand would be revised upward to more than 2.5%, amid growth in AI and wind power. The government will plan power generation based on the high-growth scenario to ensure a stable supply.

Companies mentioned:台電、中油

All Ring Tech’s capacity is fully booked as it continues expanding overseas; order visibility extends through next year’s Q2

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Semiconductor equipment maker All Ring Tech is operating at full capacity as AI drives demand for advanced packaging. Its order visibility extends through 2027 Q2, and it is expanding overseas R&D sites. The developments reflect its technical strength and steady market positioning, making it an industry bellwether.

Jensen Huang again rejects “circular financing” criticism: returns are enormous and risks are very low

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang rejects ‘circular financing’ criticism, stressing that the AI industry requires enormous capital and that its investments and financial support carry low risk and high returns, helping develop the ecosystem.

Companies mentioned:OpenAI、Anthropic

Small Gulf States Resume ‘Shuttle Trade,’ Boosting Crude Flows Through the Strait of Hormuz

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Kuwait and Qatar have resumed crude oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz, significantly increasing flows. This has stabilized global crude prices.

Companies mentioned:TotalEnergies

Mega Financial Reports More Than NT$25.6 Billion in Earnings for the First 7 Months; Non-Bank Contributions Hit a Record, as It Unveils 3 Key Strategies for a ‘Second Growth Curve’

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Mega Financial Holding’s after-tax net profit reached NT$21.307 billion in the first half of 2026, up 17% year on year. The share contributed by non-bank subsidiaries hit a record, as the company outlined 3 key strategies to drive a second growth curve. This signals significant earnings and strategic transformation in the financial industry.

Being a Full-Time Investor Does Not Mean Being a Professional Investor

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Alan, who works in manufacturing, has built assets worth 30 million yen and was urged by a bank to buy a high-dividend structured product called an FCN. However, he warns that the high yield comes with a risk of losing principal.

Companies mentioned:野村

Bitcoin Cools After Surging 23%; Strong Spot ETF Inflows Provide Support

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Bitcoin entered a consolidation phase after soaring 23% in a single week, holding steady near $79,000. U.S.-listed spot ETFs continued to attract inflows, with cumulative net inflows topping $3 billion in August, indicating strong underlying market support.

Companies mentioned:Mercado Bitcoin、Deribit

Wall Street’s Biggest Bull Yardeni: Not Rushing to Bet on AI Now, Still Optimistic About the ‘Roaring 2020s’

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Prominent Wall Street analyst Ed Yardeni raised his S&P 500 target to 8,400 and sees an 80% chance that the “Roaring 2020s” will continue. He remains cautious about AI investments.

Original華碩商用桌電、筆電市佔突破3成穩踞龍頭 趁勢推P700ML桌機強化企業AI運算與IT部署

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Asus holds more than 34% of Taiwan’s commercial laptop and desktop markets, ranking first in both, and has launched the AI-capable ASUS ExpertCenter P700ML to strengthen enterprise IT deployment and digital transformation.

Companies mentioned:IDC

Original〈台股盤後〉台積電翻黑雖有塑化及光學撐盤 未能站穩4萬6收45975點

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Original台灣股市今日早盤因輝達財報亮麗大漲,但尾盤因台積電下跌,雖有塑化及光學族群支撐,仍未能站穩4萬6收盤點。電子權值股漲跌互現,光學及塑化相關股票表現亮眼,無人載具相關條例通過也帶動相關股票上漲。

Companies mentioned:輝達、台積電、聯發科、聯電、鴻海、日月光、台達電、廣達、大立光、玉晶光、揚明光、中揚光、聯一光、今國光、亞光、南亞、台塑、台化、台塑化、台苯、中石化、聯成、國喬、世紀、邑錡、雷虎、漢翔、蘋果

U.S. National Debt Tops $40 Trillion! PIMCO Names 3 ‘Culprits’ Behind 20-Year High in Long-Term Bond Yields

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

U.S. Treasury debt has surpassed $40 trillion, and PIMCO has identified 3 major factors driving long-term interest rates higher. AI investment and geopolitical risks are affecting markets.

Companies mentioned:PIMCO

U.S. PCE Inflation Rises as Consumer Spending Stalls; Expert Says Investing in Quality Stocks Matters Far More Than Worrying About the Economy

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

U.S. PCE inflation rose to 3.7% in July, but consumer spending stagnated. Experts described this as “rational restraint in spending” and recommended investing in high-quality stocks. Adapting to the market is more important than worrying about the economy.

Companies mentioned:Microsoft、NVIDIA、Procter & Gamble

Women’s Investing on the Rise? CMoney Fund Says Women’s Regular Investments Outperformed Market Volatility This Year

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

As global markets grew more volatile in 2026, statistics from CMoney Fund showed that the number of female regular-investment participants rose 57% and their returns outperformed men’s, highlighting women’s investment discipline and the importance of long-term strategies.

Nvidia AI Chip Smuggling Case Involving China Expands; U.S. Targets Logistics Providers for First Time, Singapore’s Apex Investigated

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

The United States is investigating Singapore logistics company Apex Logistics over suspected involvement in the illegal export of NVIDIA AI chips to China. The case highlights stepped-up scrutiny across the entire supply chain.

Companies mentioned:NVIDIA、Super Micro Computer、Kuehne+Nagel

Value Investing: Latest Industry Research Report—G-Tech (5439-TW) Sees High-End Networking Boards Ramp Up; Price Increases and Capacity Expansion Support Second-Half Growth

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

高技 (5439-TW) is accelerating growth in substrates for high-end networking and AI servers. Price revisions and increased production are improving order visibility through 2027.

Companies mentioned:摩爾投顧

Stock Focus: Apple Event Set for 9/10; Foldable iPhone Theme Sends Hinge Stocks Soaring

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Apple is expected to unveil a foldable iPhone on September 10, sending shares of hinge suppliers Fushida and Shin Zu Shing sharply higher. The move signals Apple’s entry into the foldable phone market, with major implications for the industry and supply chain.

Companies mentioned:Apple、Fushida、Sunrex、Chaoli、Hon Hai

Storage Shortage Turns Acute! 鎧俠 Teams Up With SanDisk to Build New Plant in Japan, Targeting High-End NAND

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • This will be 鎧俠’s third wafer plant built locally.
  • That is, 10th-generation BiCS flash memory

Companies mentioned:鎧俠、SanDisk、台積電、索尼集團、美光科技、輝達、長江存儲

South Korea Raises Rates Consecutively to a 3-Year High to Fight Persistently High Inflation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

The Bank of Korea raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.00%. It delivered consecutive rate hikes for the first time in 3 years to curb inflation and maintain financial stability.

Companies mentioned:野村證券、南韓投資證券、彭博經濟研究

Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示(12)

Annual Securities Report—49th Fiscal Period (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

株式会社三機サービス filed its annual securities report for the 49th fiscal period. It covers the company's financial activities over the past 1 year.

Companies mentioned:株式会社三機サービス

Amended Annual Securities Report—20th Fiscal Period (2023/04/01–2024/03/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

株式会社T&Dホールディングス filed an amended annual securities report for the 20th fiscal period, with the aim of ensuring proper disclosure of financial information.

Companies mentioned:株式会社T&Dホールディングス

Annual Securities Report—38th Fiscal Year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション files its annual securities report for the 38th fiscal period. The disclosure of financial information for investors is important to maintaining corporate transparency.

Amended Quarterly Securities Report—20th Fiscal Period, 3rd Quarter (2023/10/01–2023/12/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

T&D Holdings filed an amended report for the third quarter of its 20th fiscal year. Accounting adjustments ensured accuracy and maintained transparency for investors. This demonstrates the importance of reliability in the financial industry.

Annual Securities Report—38th Fiscal Year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Japan Enterprise filed its securities report for the 38th fiscal year. It ensures transparency in its finances and strategy and provides important information for investors.

Amended Quarterly Report—20th Fiscal Year, Second Quarter (2023/07/01–2023/09/30)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

株式会社T&Dホールディングス filed an amended quarterly report for the second quarter of its 20th fiscal year.

Companies mentioned:株式会社T&Dホールディングス

Amended Quarterly Report—20th Fiscal Year, First Quarter (2023/04/01–2023/06/30)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

株式会社T&Dホールディングス filed an amended quarterly report for the first quarter of its 20th fiscal year.

Companies mentioned:株式会社T&Dホールディングス

Securities Report—57th Fiscal Year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Tokai Soft Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 57th fiscal year. The covered period runs from 2025/6 to 2026/5.

Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)—29th Fiscal Year (2025/12/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Activia Properties Investment Corporation filed its securities report for the 29th fiscal year. The covered period runs from 2025/12 to 2026/5.

Amended Securities Report—126th Fiscal Year (2025/04/01–2026/03/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Taoka Chemical Industry filed an amended securities report for the 126th fiscal year (2025/04/01–2026/03/31).

Companies mentioned:田岡化学工業株式会社

Securities Report—137th Fiscal Year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

SUMINOE株式会社 filed its securities report for the 137th fiscal year (2025/6/1–2026/5/31).

Companies mentioned:SUMINOE株式会社

Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)—13th Fiscal Year (2025/12/01–2026/05/31)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

エネクス・インフラ投資法人 filed its securities report for the 13th fiscal year, covering the period from 2025/12/1 to 2026/5/31.

Companies mentioned:エネクス・インフラ投資法人

Taiwan | 環球生技月刊(8)

Original馬光-KY(4139)115年自結7月份流動比82.73%,速動比68.14%,負債比65.78%-環球生技月刊

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:馬光-KY、環球生技月刊

Original禾榮科(7799)董事會決議通過參與投標案-環球生技月刊

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • 7799 禾榮科

Companies mentioned:禾榮科

博晟生醫 (6733) Invited to Attend 德信證券’s Institutional Investor Conference on 8/31 - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Date of occurrence of the event: 115/08/31

Companies mentioned:博晟生醫、德信證券

睿生光電 (6861) Invited to Attend 福邦證券’s Institutional Investor Conference on 9/10 - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Date of occurrence of the event: 115/09/10

Companies mentioned:睿生光電、福邦證券

睿生光電 (6861) Invited to Attend 福邦證券’s Institutional Investor Conference on 9/10 - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Date of occurrence of the event: 115/09/10

Companies mentioned:睿生光電、福邦證券

美時 (1795) Subsidiary’s Generic Rifaximin for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Wins Favorable Ruling; FDA to Re-Review Application Before Final Approval - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:美時、Norwich Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

可成 (2474): 益釧 Acquired 3,518 United shares from 5/15 to 8/26, for a total of about NT$310 million - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:可成、益釧股份有限公司、聯合骨科器材股份有限公司

漢康-KY (7827) Board Approves Capital Increase of 20.995 Million Shares for U.S. Depositary Receipt Offering - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 環球生技月刊

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:漢康-KY、7827漢康-KY

Taiwan | Heho健康(2)

3 Goals for Pain Management! ‘Reduce Suffering, Find the Cause, Restore Function’—All 3 Can Be Pursued at the Same Time - Heho健康

Published ・ Source Taiwan | Heho健康

Summary not yet available

Companies mentioned:Heho健康

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