AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-28 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 3 of 4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 162 items from 6 sources; Japan, 157 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 輝達's strong earnings draw hot money back; Taiwan dollar climbs to 31.5 intraday, posting 5 straight weekly gainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305364Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:10:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Norway's reformist King Harald dies after marrying a commoner and breaking royal traditionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305365Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:06:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA挪威國王哈拉德五世逝世，享壽89歲。王儲哈康繼位為哈康八世，挪威王室將步入新時代。 伊朗新最高領袖至今未現身或發聲 掌權與否受質疑https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305337Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:05:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Amendments to the Act for Industrial Innovation completed; experts say they will help retain talent and support startupshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305338Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:04:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Unimicron reportedly searched over dispute about origin labeling; company says operations unaffected and it will cooperate with investigationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305336Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:59:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASubstrate maker Unimicron was searched by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office over a dispute about origin labeling. Unimicron said it would fully cooperate, denied rumors of financial fraud and said its operations were unaffected. Taiwan stocks gain 1107 points this week as total market capitalization of listed companies again tops NT$150 trillionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305274Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:58:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks surged 1107 points this week, with market capitalization topping NT$150 trillion. Semiconductors and electronic components were the focus of trading, while the optoelectronics sector performed strongest. Dear Moon International Deaf Arts Festival brings Deaf and hearing communities together in Taipei's Wanhua from 9/12https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305275https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305275Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:57:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Dear Moon International Deaf Arts Festival opens in Taipei on September 12, bringing together artists from 4 countries to promote Deaf-hearing inclusion through theater and visual storytelling. Tainan City Government and National Cheng Kung University sign MOU to promote Tainan zone of the Asian Asset Management Centerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305202Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:55:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan City Government and National Cheng Kung University signed an MOU to promote the Tainan zone of the Asian Asset Management Center, strengthening financial services and technology integration in southern Taiwan. Six months into the U.S.-Iran war, shipping through Hormuz remains disrupted; 6 major consequences at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305203Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:53:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA International study: The right approach to journaling may help ease symptoms of depressionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305204Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:51:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Cornell University study found that young adults who spent 2 weeks reflecting in writing on their personal growth were able to ease symptoms of depression. Experts recommend brief daily writing to help regain a sense of control over life. 胡智爲表現落差大 林岳平找問題點：速差僅約5公里https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305198Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:43:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 印尼僑界聲援徐佳青 反對刪凍僑務預算https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305199Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:42:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 印尼僑界聲援徐佳青 反對刪凍僑務預算https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305366Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei's 5 Teacher Excellence Award recipients sustain bonds with students, helping transform children's liveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305200Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:38:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Norway's new King Haakon 八世 takes the throne; once socially awkward, he hoped to stay away from homehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305201Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:37:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA As the era of abundant labor comes to an end, the working-age population will decline by more than 10 million in 50 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305184Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:37:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Provide a financial account online to receive National Pension old-age benefits automatically, without applyinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305185Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:37:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 經貿辦 to become a permanent task force with an initial staff of 18; Executive Yuan to draw up budgethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305180Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:35:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards recognize 中山醫大 and 東海大學https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305183Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:35:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 女子跆拳道公開錦標賽 王薇嘉止步8強獎牌擦身過https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305181Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:34:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chiang Shao-ching exits after 1 inning, wants to keep pitching; will remain scheduled to start on the 30th, with no push to run up his pitch counthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305182Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:28:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Landslide disaster in Nepal and Tibet; China: Willing to assist Nepal with relief effortshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305178Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:27:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Ko Wen-je: Year-end election unfavorable to the Kuomintang; blue and white camps should quickly settle mattershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305179Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:23:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKo Wen-je assessed that the 2026 election would be unfavorable to the Kuomintang and urged the blue-and-white camp to settle matters. The Taiwan People's Party confirmed its support for Chiu Chen-yuan's run for Zhubei mayor. Lin Yue-chin questions alleged corruption in sports center contract; 苗栗市: Proactively referred the matter for clarificationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305164Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:23:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Global instability shifts travel patterns; platform says travelers place greater emphasis on flexibility and experienceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305165Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:21:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGlobal geopolitical risks are changing travel patterns, with travelers leaning toward short-haul trips, flexible itineraries and exploration of second-tier cities. Intra-Asia travel demand remains resilient, and Taiwanese travelers favor Busan and Okinawa for their food and direct-flight options. Cathay Financial posts strong earnings in first 7 months; Li Chang-keng says dividend payout will be better than in the pasthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305166Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:19:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國泰金前7月獲利亮眼，調整後EPS達12.47元。總經理李長庚看好明年現金股利發放，且國壽CSM成長預期超過1成，長期獲利展望樂觀。 S.H.E. reportedly set to reunite for a concert at Taipei Dome; Power Station says chances are lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305167Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:16:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPower Station member Yu Chiu-hsing addressed rumors at an endorsement event that S.H.E. might reunite for a concert at Taipei Dome, saying the chances were low. His remarks were consistent with Hebe Tien's earlier denial, reflecting the priority given to each member's individual plans. German industry pressures Merz, calls for tougher policy toward Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305168Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:16:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGerman industry is urging the Merz government to take a tougher stance toward China, citing subsidies and trade imbalances as its main concerns. Competitive pressure on the auto industry is behind the push. 吉安鄉公所 continues township gazetteer, using GPT to add women's and Indigenous community perspectiveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305162Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:14:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 大立光 buys land and buildings in Taichung's Nantun District for NT$650 million, its 5th land acquisition this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305163Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:10:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA The forgotten Taiwanese grain oilseed; 米其林 chefs bring it to the table with skillful cookinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305094Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:07:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Private ambulance collides with car in Xihu Township, Changhua; 2 injured and taken to hospitalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305095Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:05:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA ASEAN Briefing, Aug. 28, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305093Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:01:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 香港支聯會顛覆政權案完成求情程序 料2週內判刑https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305096Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan's fertility rate of 0.7 trails Japan, Singapore and South Korea; NDC estimates newborns may fall below 100,000 this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305092Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA “歡迎來到朵莉之家” makes another run at international film festivals; set for release during the October Halloween seasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305030Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:58:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hua Chuang Center promotes horticultural therapy; flower recognition scores among seniors aged 80 rise from 28 to 68https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305031Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:56:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 6 more projects join investment in Taiwan; 花仙子 and the maker of Hao Shen Tuo expand operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304957Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:53:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 市場聚焦聯準會主席演說 亞股收盤互有漲跌https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304958Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:51:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Dengue outbreak in Filipino summer study tour group; Changhua tests 4 positive, tracking 13 morehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304959Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Foreign investors net-buy NT$41.5 billion for 3 straight sessions, snapping up actively managed ETFs.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304960Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:48:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFollowing strong earnings from Nvidia, Taiwan stocks surged, with trading volume topping 1 trillion yuan. Foreign investors were net buyers for 3 consecutive days, while concentrated investment in actively managed ETFs stood out. Chinese property developer 萬科 posts a net loss of 70.2 billion yuan in the first half.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304961Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:48:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVanke reported lower revenue and widening losses in the first half of 2026. The property market slump was the main cause, but cash flow is showing signs of improvement. German delegation to attend Taiwan semiconductor expo, targeting chip design and advanced packaging.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304962Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGermany Trade & Invest (GTAI) is taking part in SEMICON Taiwan, aiming to expand cooperation with Taiwan in chip design and advanced packaging. TSMC's investment in Germany is helping to energize the local industry. Attacks flare again in southern 泰國; experts say military suppression cannot resolve political problems.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304963Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Lin Kuo-chang proposes a cultural governance platform; Wu Tsung-hsien calls for public-sector lawyers in the Yilan County government.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304964Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYilan County chief candidates unveiled cultural and legal policy platforms. Lin Kuo-chang is campaigning on “cultural governance,” while Wu Tsung-hsien advocates stronger legal protections for public-sector employees. SoftBank plans to raise a $10 billion syndicated loan to expand its investment in OpenAI.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305500Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網SoftBank is planning a loan of up to $10 billion to support its $65 billion investment in OpenAI. Funding is increasingly concentrating in AI infrastructure, drawing market attention. Unimicron says today's investigation by prosecutors has no significant impact on its finances or operations; foreign investors pour NT$4.277 billion into shares.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305501Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:33:13 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Unimicron Technology said a search by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office would not have a significant impact on its operations. It posted record results in the second quarter of 2026, while foreign investors bought shares worth 4.277 billion yuan. 〈Cathay Financial earnings briefing〉AI drives strong corporate lending; Cathay United Bank raises its full-year NIM outlook with optimism.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305502Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:31:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Cathay Financial Holding announced at its 2026 Q2 earnings briefing that Cathay United Bank posted a record net profit after tax of NT$27 billion in the first half, with ROE at 16.9%. Driven by corporate lending and AI-related capital spending, its NIM outlook was raised to 1.63%–1.65%. Hit by dual cost and CBAM pressures, Walsin raises prices on 316 products by NT$5,000 per metric ton in September.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305503Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:30:20 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Facing high raw-material prices and EU CBAM cost pressures, Walsin raised prices in September on 316 and other stainless steel products by up to NT$5,000 per metric ton, reflecting a trend toward passing higher costs on to customers. Google agrees to pay 260 million pounds to settle with UK app developers.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305504https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305504Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:30:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Google has agreed to pay £260 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by app developers in the UK. Alleged abuse of market dominance and high fees were at issue, with compensation for smaller developers a key focus. Fresh Del Monte Pacific-KY recoups more than half its capital in Q2; first-half EPS reaches NT$8.98.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305505https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305505Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:27:50 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Fresh Del Monte Pacific-KY posted net profit of NT$205 million in the second quarter of 2026, up 68.07% year on year, with first-half EPS of NT$8.98. In response to the tea-drink industry's increasingly sophisticated development and support from China's consumer policies, the company is continuing to strengthen research and development and its supply chain to drive steady growth. Sincere Electric to carry out a 6% cash capital reduction; trading suspended from Oct. 7, with new shares listed on the OTC market on the 19th.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305205Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:55:47 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Sincere Electric is carrying out a 6% cash capital reduction. Trading in old shares will be suspended from Oct. 7 to 16, and new shares will be listed on the OTC market on the 19th; refunds will be distributed on Oct. 23. The move is intended to enhance shareholder equity and optimize the capital structure, reflecting stable operations. Taiwan Mobile extends its “Big Brother Pays Your Installments” service to cross-border platforms, expanding its payments footprint.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305206Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:51:44 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan Mobile is extending its “Big Brother Pays Your Installments” service to the cross-border platform Buy&Ship, broadening its payment applications. The move reflects its strategy to integrate BNPL services across more platforms and meet consumers' demand for installment payments on overseas purchases. Did joint US-Japan efforts to rescue the yen fail? A month after intervention, gains have been erased and the currency is again nearing 160; expert says it cannot overcome the huge interest-rate gap.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305207Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網About 1 month after Japan and the United States intervened in currency markets to support the yen, the currency briefly rebounded but is again nearing the 160-yen level. Experts say structural factors such as interest-rate differentials remain, making Bank of Japan policy normalization essential for a sustained rise in the yen. 〈台幣〉資金簇擁匯入 升8分收31.628元 連5周升值共7.3角https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305208Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:49:27 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The New Taiwan dollar continued to appreciate for the fifth consecutive week, rising 8 cents in a day to close at NT$31.628. The move reflects strong market demand for Taiwan assets, while the resilience of Taiwan stocks also supported the currency market. Foreign investors net-buy NT$41.5 billion, favoring 聯電 and financial holding stocks; futures also turn bullish, with weekly net buying of NT$110.7 billion.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305209Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:43:50 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台湾株式市場で外資が聯電と金融株を買い進め、3日連続で買超し、週間で1107億円超の資金流入。指数は4万6000ポイント突破し、先物も買い転換。 Don't get swept up in the trillion-dollar money rush! High-level turnover signals are flashing; retail investors beware of buying at the peak!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305210Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:41:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks rose on trading volume of more than 1 trillion yuan, but funds are shifting at high price levels and sector rotation is underway. Analyst Chen Chih-lin urged caution over overheating and strategic rebalancing, calling on investors to remain level-headed. 〈Population projections〉Should we worry that the demographic dividend will disappear in 2030? NDC warns of an “elderly tsunami” in 50 years and will offer 3 solutions to labor shortages in the second half of the year.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305211Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:35:19 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The National Development Council said it was pushing back the expected end of the population dividend from 2028 to 2030. The shift reflects a change in the ratio as the total population falls due to low birth rates, not an actual increase in the workforce. A “silver tsunami,” with the elderly making up 52.9% of the population, is expected in 50 years. 【High-volume, sharply rising stocks roundup】Is everyone waiting for the central bank's annual meeting? Major players have already positioned themselves in the “semiconductor expo's strongest dark horse”! Hesitate any longer and it will take off!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305212https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305212Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:33:55 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks surged on the boost from Nvidia's earnings, with Largan Precision, Asia Electronic Material and other AI and semiconductor stocks leading gains. Major investors positioned themselves early, signaling continued optimism about AI demand. Get an easy head start on soaring stocks: 國巨⊕、華新科⊕、精材⊕、金像電⊕、貿聯⊕、大立光.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305213Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:30:35 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks continued to strengthen on AI demand and new Apple products, with 國巨、華新科 and 大立光 among the stocks drawing attention. Short-term volatility remains, but fundamentals are supportive; investment strategies should focus on stock selection rather than chasing prices higher. Can even an 8% surge in 輝達 fail to save it? Taiwan stocks flash a major trend-reversal signal!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305214Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:21:26 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A sharp 8% gain in 輝達 shares fueled the AI rally, but Taiwan stocks opened higher and then fell, signaling weak appetite for chasing prices. The key is whether the market can break through the 46,250–46,650-point resistance zone, while trading volume and the movement of heavyweight stocks also bear watching. 〈國泰金法說〉國壽股票未實現回升至逾2200億元 總座估全年CSM成長超過1成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305215Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:20:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網國泰金控公布2026年第二季財報，子公司國泰人壽投資與本業雙增，股票未實現利益逾2200億元，總經理林昭廷預期全年CSM成長將超10%。 Ackman makes a rare major portfolio reshuffle: What is behind Pershing Square's latest investment strategy?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305216Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:20:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Bill Ackman of Pershing Square made his largest portfolio reshuffle in recent years, opening new positions in Netflix, Visa and Mastercard and strengthening his focus on undervalued stocks and companies with stable growth. 〈Shipping index〉Freight index rises for 5 straight weeks to top 3,500 points; Panama Canal restrictions help push US East Coast route rates above $10,000.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305217Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:13:49 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The SCFI index released by 上海航運交易所 rose for a 5th consecutive week, reaching 3,509.54 points and surpassing 3,500. Freight rates on the U.S. East Coast route topped $10,000 due to restrictions on the Panama Canal, signaling rising shipping costs. Nidec Chaun-Choung expands water-cooling capacity in China and Vietnam simultaneously, targeting a 5% share of revenue from water-cooling products by 2028.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305218Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:07:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Nidec Chaun-Choung announced plans to expand its water-cooling capacity in China and Vietnam, targeting water-cooling products to account for 5% of revenue by 2028. The move reflects its strategic shift from gaming consoles to servers and AI cooling, and carries significant implications for the high-end cooling market. Shoe manufacturer J.K. Tornel swings to profit as second-quarter operations heat up; first-half EPS still at a loss of 0.35 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304965Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:12 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網J.K. Tornel swung to a profit in the second quarter of 2026, posting net income of 46.03 million yuan and an 8.4% year-on-year increase in revenue. Despite still recording a loss for the first half, the company continues to expand capacity across multiple countries and strengthen its global supply chain. What is the high-dividend Covered Call strategy behind逆勢申購的00406A?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304966Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:57:30 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網00406A attracted inflows with its high dividend yield and covered-call strategy, recording net subscriptions even as the broader trend moved the other way. The fund is drawing attention as it meets investor demand in a highly volatile environment. Fearing a Democratic reckoning! As Congress could flip in the U.S. midterms, tech giants quietly spend tens of millions of dollars to repair tieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304967Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:50:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Ahead of the U.S. midterm elections, companies with close ties to the Trump administration are increasing donations to Democrats to prepare for potential future investigations. Major technology companies in particular are contributing large sums to both parties. 瀚荃自結7月損益年增9成 EPS0.81元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304968Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:48:29 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwanese connector maker 瀚荃 reported July net profit of NT$64 million, up 93.94% year on year. Growing demand for AI-related products lifted earnings, and its share price also rose. 〈Population projections〉Will the birth rate rise instead of fall? Why can South Korea do it, but Taiwan cannot? NDC unpacks the truth behind ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304969Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:43:32 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The National Development Council released population projections for 2026–2075, putting Taiwan's birth rate at a critically low 0.695. A comparison with South Korea highlighted a structural disadvantage for Taiwan: it has no baby-boom generation of childbearing age. Taiwan Paiho reports July after-tax profit of 71.59 million yuan, EPS of 0.27 yuan; EPS for January-July at 1.83 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304970Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:25:01 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwanese FCCL maker 台虹 reported after-tax net profit of NT$71.59 million and EPS of NT$0.27 for July 2026. Cumulative EPS for January-July was NT$1.83. Efficiency improvements at its Thailand plant and new product development are progressing. 〈Mainland China and Hong Kong markets at close〉Pharmaceutical and semiconductor stocks weak; A-shares retreat to close lower, ChiNext Index falls 1.4%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304971Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:24:54 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網China's A-share market reversed lower on the 28th after rising earlier, with major indexes falling. Pharmaceuticals and semiconductor stocks were weak, while chemicals and agriculture rose against the trend, highlighting a divergence across the market. 佳世達 Group subsidiary 資騰 Semiconductor showcases 三 solutions to break into advanced processes and silicon photonics applicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304972Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:23:29 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網資騰科技 showcased 三 semiconductor process solutions at SEMICON Taiwan 2026, covering metrology, cleaning and logistics, to strengthen its competitiveness in the advanced-process and silicon-photonics markets. 〈Cathay Financial earnings call〉Cathay Life dividend contribution outlook optimistic; Li Chang-geng confident this year's dividend will be better than in the pasthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304973Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:15:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Cathay Financial Holding held its second-quarter 2026 earnings call. After-tax net profit for the first half reached NT$76.5 billion, while the impact of retained earnings hit a record high. General manager Li Chang-geng was optimistic about this year's dividend performance, signaling a strong financial position. 〈Population projections〉Birth rate fell to 0.695 last year; total population could be “halved” to 12.15 million in 50 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304974Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:10:29 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網国発会が発表した人口推計によると、台湾の総人口は2075年には1215万人にまで減少し、高齢者比率が50％を超える見通し。労働力人口の急減により、扶養負担が極めて重くなる。 Gold-mining stocks surge 43% in a month, outpacing semiconductor chip giantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304975Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:10:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The MSCI ACWI Select Gold Miners Investable Market Index surged 43% in August alone, surpassing the record monthly gain for semiconductor stocks. The U.S. announcement of bond buybacks helped drive up gold prices, bringing gold-mining stocks into focus as a safe haven for investors. MSI equips XpertStation WS300 supercomputer with NVIDIA DGX Station architecture to help businesses develop AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2304976Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:05:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網MSI launched the XpertStation WS300, built on the NVIDIA DGX Station architecture, giving businesses access to data-center-class AI computing power at their desks and accelerating local AI development. The move can help businesses reduce reliance on the cloud and improve data security. 確定了！2026年大選3大公投剩1案，中選會審議結果出爐：鞭刑、交通罰緩全否決https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305565Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:05:13 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Central Election Commission announced the results of its review of 三 referendum proposals on the 28th. Only the “restart nuclear power” proposal passed, becoming Case No. 22; “legalize flogging” and “earmark traffic fines” were rejected, mainly because they were inconsistent with human rights and existing regulations, affecting the 2026 election agenda. Taiwan's elderly population is nearing 5 million! The hardest retirement expense to calculate isn't daily living costs: one expense could run to tens of thousands of dollars a monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305566Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan's population aged 65 and over has reached 4.77 million, and the island is on track to become a super-aged society, with that group exceeding 50% of the population by 2065. Uncertainty over the length of the care period is creating a new challenge for retirement planning. 萬科 posts staggering 70.2 billion yuan loss in first half! China's property downturn is not over; three key factors behind the deficithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305567Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:50:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 〈Cathay Financial earnings call〉Adjusted dividend payout ratio set to be revealed; analysts expect next year's dividend to start at 5 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305568Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:26:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒At its earnings call, Cathay Financial Holding signaled that it would calculate its dividend payout ratio using “adjusted EPS.” Analysts forecast a ratio of 30–40%, with cash dividends potentially starting at 5 yuan, reflecting strong earnings momentum and a commitment to returning value to investors. A new chapter in the green transition》Evergreen Group pursues two tracks: airline joins Microsoft to showcase SAF results, while shipping invests heavily in 55 dual-fuel vesselshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305569Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:25:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒EVA Air and Evergreen Marine presented their respective green strategies at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo. The airline is partnering with Microsoft on SAF, while the shipping company has ordered 55 dual-fuel vessels, advancing toward its 2050 net-zero target. Referendums on flogging and traffic fines both rejected! CEC approves only the “abolish the non-nuclear homeland” proposal, with voting set for Nov. 28https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305570Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:19:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Central Election Commission rejected the referendums on flogging and traffic fines, approving only the “abolish the non-nuclear homeland” proposal, which will go to a vote on Nov. 28, 2026. The decision affects the direction of Taiwan's energy and judicial policies. The “Trump stock adviser” nickname is no joke! Trump made more than 1,000 stock trades in a month, focusing on four major U.S. industry themeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305571Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former President Trump made more than 1,000 stock trades in June, concentrating investments in policy-linked stocks in sectors including energy, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. Concerns about conflicts of interest are mounting in political circles and the media. Rent cannot be raised just because a landlord says so! What limits apply to rent increases after a lease expires? A must-read for tenantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305276Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Rent can be raised after a lease expires, but a landlord cannot decide unilaterally; any rent change requires agreement between both parties. The article explains legal restrictions and points to key considerations, offering important information for tenants facing rent negotiations. Building safe, welcoming fishing ports! Kaohsiung's Marine Bureau and Drug Abuse Prevention Bureau join forces against drugs and help foreign crew members avoid legal troublehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305573Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:51:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Kaohsiung City Government's Ocean Affairs Bureau and Drug Abuse Prevention Bureau held an anti-drug and legal awareness event for foreign crew members at Qianzhen Fishing Port. The event aimed to teach fishing rules and the dangers of drugs and help create a safer port environment. Using technology to safeguard blue skies: Taichung City's “Blue Sky and White Clouds Action Plan” shows results in improving air qualityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305574Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In the seventh year of its “Blue Sky and White Clouds Action Plan,” the Taichung City Government's Environmental Protection Bureau is using AI and smart-sensing technology to improve air quality. PM2.5 has fallen to 15.1μg/m³, making Taichung the first city in central and southern Taiwan to meet the target and demonstrating the results of technology-driven governance. Taichung City Government's disaster-relief donation reaches Kumamoto; governor says it is the strongest support for rebuilding homeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305575Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台中市政府 donated $100,000 in relief aid to earthquake victims in Kumamoto Prefecture, emphasizing the friendly ties and industrial cooperation between the two cities. Blue-and-white alliance collapses in Zhubei! Huang Kuo-chang blasts Hsu Hsin-ying for “not keeping her word”; she respondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305277Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The opposition's attempt to coordinate behind a joint candidate in the Zhubei mayoral election has fallen apart. 民眾黨's Huang Kuo-chang accused 國民黨's Hsu Hsin-ying of breaking her word, sparking a crisis for the opposition alliance and affecting plans for the 2026 and 2028 elections. Festival-driven spending boosts Taichung department store and hypermarket sales 45%; industry targets 100 billion yuan this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305577Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:43:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Sales at department stores and mass retailers in Taichung have grown 45% in 7 years, and the city is targeting 100 billion yen this year. New commercial facilities and urban infrastructure improvements are fueling consumer activity. Sports Ministry payout can reach 1,106 yuan! Weekly registration for “Sweat and Rewards” revealed; 7-Eleven, FamilyMart and 萊爾富 offers all in one guidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305278https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305278Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:38:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Sports Administration has launched the “Sweat for Rewards” exercise incentive program. Taiwanese citizens aged 16 and older who complete exercise challenges can receive bonus vouchers worth NT$50, up to NT$700, redeemable for health products at 15,000 stores, including 7-11 and FamilyMart. The program aims to encourage everyone to make exercise a habit. Suspected of relabeling Chinese goods as MIT to disguise their origin? ABF giant 欣興電子 searched by investigators; 2 vice presidents and 1 accountant taken in for questioninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305279Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:06:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒ABF substrate maker 欣興電子 was searched by prosecutors and the Investigation Bureau over suspicions that it processed Chinese-made substrates in Taiwan and labeled them “MIT.” 2 vice presidents were questioned, and the share price plunged. The case has raised concerns about transparency in the semiconductor supply chain. Neither the energy crisis nor trade wars have dragged down the market! AI is propping up the global economy, but how long can this boom last?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305280https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305280Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:06:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒AI investment is supporting global economic growth, but questions are being raised about how sustainable it is. Despite geopolitical risks and trade frictions, semiconductor demand is boosting exports from Asia. What you only learn after buying a home! Estimated annual upkeep costs for a 1000萬元 home, including housing and land taxes and other expenses you can’t avoidhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305281Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:03:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Buying a home priced at 10 million yuan could entail annual “homeownership costs” of about 86,000 yen. In addition to fixed expenses such as house tax, land value tax and management fees, owners also need to account for repair costs. Store water now! Water will be cut off tomorrow in 4 counties and cities, leaving the whole family without water from morning to night. Check the affected areas in your home with one click.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305033Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒8月29日、台北市など4県市で給水管更新工事に伴う計画停水が実施される。住民は事前貯水とポンプ管理が求められ、公共サービスの安定性が問われる。 SK海力士 breaks ground on new U.S. HBM plant! Fulfills Trump’s “Made in America” vision and partners with Purdue University to secure talenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305032Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒SK海力士 will invest $4 billion to build an advanced HBM packaging plant in Indiana. Scheduled to begin operations in 2028, the facility aligns with the “Made in America” strategy and will help strengthen the semiconductor supply chain. Hsieh Chen-wu asks why the “Weng Hsiao-ling deletion-and-freeze version” was passed; Yeh Yuan-chih admits one thing: “I didn’t expect Lai Ching-te to be this tough”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305034Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:48:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒KMT lawmaker Weng Hsiao-ling proposed cutting and freezing the Presidential Office’s discretionary fund, hurting orders for mooncakes from sheltered workshops and sparking controversy. Yeh Yuan-chih admitted he did not expect Lai Ching-te to refuse to countersign, worsening the situation. The move highlights the impact of politics on vulnerable groups. Did 3 major institutional investors change their minds just a day after buying? 華邦電 hit by sell-off of 38,000 lots as NT$46.8 billion in firepower targets “these stocks”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305035Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:39:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Major Taiwan-Sweden education exchange! Swedish century-old school Bladins visits VIS, joining hands to create a new global vision for educationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305586Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:37:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A senior delegation from Swedish century-old school Bladins visited Taipei VIS International Experimental Education. The two sides reached a consensus on PBL, student well-being and global citizenship education, opening a new chapter in Taiwan-Sweden education cooperation. The Greater South startup expo opens in Kaohsiung! Chen Chi-mai: Kaohsiung is building comprehensive funding channels for startups to ride the wave of AI applicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260828-18/index-en-p3.html#n2305587Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai attended the opening of “2026 Meet Greater South,” highlighting efforts to build comprehensive startup funding and promote AI applications. The city is working to transform Kaohsiung into a smart technology hub and attract startups from around the world.