# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-01 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 11 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 977 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 131 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【科嘉-KY】On behalf of subsidiaries 蘇州嘉吉/科德/嘉財/艾普來/百宏/嘉皇/嘉駿, announces that their cumulative acquisitions of the same marketable security within one year have reached 20% of paid-in capital

- Published: 2026-08-31T19:07:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=5215&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=2&spoke_time=180749&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2392017
- Companies mentioned: 上海證券交易所

科嘉-KY公告旗下七家子公司於8月底合計投入約新台幣8億元資金，進行上海證券交易所一天期國債逆回購（GC001）之短期理財投資。

## [科嘉-KY] Announces that its subsidiaries 蘇州嘉吉, 科德, 嘉財, 艾普來, 百宏, 嘉皇 and 嘉駿 have cumulatively disposed of the same marketable securities within 1 year, reaching 20% of paid-in capital

- Published: 2026-08-31T19:07:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=5215&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=180736&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391829
- Companies mentioned: 科嘉-KY、蘇州嘉吉、蘇州科德、蘇州嘉財電子、蘇州艾普來、蘇州百宏、蘇州嘉皇電子、重慶嘉駿

科嘉-KY announced that its subsidiaries disposed of Shanghai Stock Exchange Treasury bond reverse repurchase agreements on August 31, for a total of approximately NT$744 million, for investment and wealth management purposes.

## 【群創】On behalf of its subsidiary 寧波群志光電有限公司, announces the disposal of securities

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:54:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=3481&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=175408&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391828
- Companies mentioned: 群創、寧波群志光電、深圳天德鈺科技

群創 announced that its subsidiary 寧波群志光電 disposed of its stake in 深圳天德鈺科技 for approximately NT$383 million as part of its fund management arrangements.

## 【宏達電】Announces revisions to certain content in the company’s annual report for fiscal year 114

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:50:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2498&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=175028&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391827

宏達電 revised certain content in its annual report for ROC year 114 at the direction of the Taiwan Stock Exchange and re-uploaded it. The move ensures the accuracy of its financial reports and protects investors’ interests.

## [南亞科] Announcement of the Company's Acquisition of Machinery and Equipment

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:47:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2408&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=174705&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391826
- Companies mentioned: 南亞科、SCREEN SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS CO., LTD.

南亞科 announced on August 31, 115, that it had acquired SCREEN semiconductor production equipment for approximately NT$2.678 billion to increase production capacity.

## 【華廣】Announces resignation of a corporate director

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:42:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=4737&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=174207&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391822
- Companies mentioned: 華廣、華榮電線電纜

華廣 (4737) announced that corporate director 華榮電線電纜 has resigned. The change does not constitute a major change in board seats and takes effect on Sept. 1, 115.

## 【中環】Announcement of the Company's Disposal of Securities

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:42:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2323&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=5&spoke_time=174202&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391720
- Companies mentioned: 中環、聯亞

中環 sold shares of 聯亞 for a total transaction value of about NT$512 million, realizing a profit of about NT$104 million.

## 【中環】Announcement of the Company's Disposal of Securities

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:41:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2323&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=4&spoke_time=174130&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391719
- Companies mentioned: 中環、南亞科

中環 sold shares of 南亞科 for a total transaction value of about NT$637 million, realizing a profit of about NT$65.5 million.

## 【中環】Announcement of the company's acquisition of securities

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:41:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2323&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=3&spoke_time=174108&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391718
- Companies mentioned: 高鐵

中環 announced that it acquired common shares of 高鐵 for a total transaction amount of about NT$315 million, aiming to diversify its investment portfolio.

## 【中環】Announcement of the company's acquisition of securities

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:40:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2323&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=2&spoke_time=174046&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391717
- Companies mentioned: 智邦

中環 announced that it acquired 185,000 common shares of 智邦, for a total of NT$378 million, representing a 0.02% stake. The move is intended to strengthen its investment portfolio and reflects its capital allocation strategy.

## 【中環】Announcement of the Company's Acquisition of Securities

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:40:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2323&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=174023&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391650
- Companies mentioned: 中環、國巨

中環 announced that it acquired common shares of 國巨 in a transaction worth about NT$409 million, aiming to optimize its investment portfolio.

## 【佳龍】 announced an adjustment to the payment period for designated subscribers in the 115 capital increase share issuance.

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:38:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=9955&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=173839&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391649
- Companies mentioned: 佳龍、臺灣銀行龍潭分行、中國信託商業銀行安平分行

佳龍 (9955) postponed the payment deadline for designated subscribers in its cash capital increase to mid-October due to market volatility and applied for an extension of the fundraising period.

## 【廣宇】 received approval from the Investment Review Department for its investment quota to indirectly invest in establishing a mainland China company through a third-region investment enterprise.

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:35:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2328&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=173526&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391648
- Companies mentioned: 廣宇、邁格能傳動技術（江蘇）有限公司、MAGNAX BV

廣宇 will invest nearly 9.02 million euros in a mainland China transmission technology company through a capital increase by its Belgian subsidiary, with a view to long-term development.

## 【聯邦銀】 announced that its board had approved information on the consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115.

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:26:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=2838&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=172656&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391647
- Companies mentioned: 聯邦銀

聯邦銀行 announced approval of its consolidated financial report for the second quarter of 115. Net income attributable to the parent company in the first half was about NT$3.618 billion, with earnings per share of NT$0.67.

## 【日馳】 announced matters concerning repayment of principal at maturity and the termination of its domestic first unsecured convertible bonds' OTC listing.

- Published: 2026-08-31T18:26:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=1526&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=172650&spoke_date=20260831
- anchor: #n2391646

日馳企業 announced that its first unsecured convertible bonds will mature on Sept. 19, 115, and that it will arrange repayment of principal and terminate their OTC listing. The move affects the rights and interests of investors and creditors and constitutes a major financial decision.

## Hsiao Bi-khim: Build trusted sovereign AI and accelerate smart robot applications

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:44:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609010041.aspx
- anchor: #n2393165

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim announced that Taiwan will build sovereign AI by expanding computing capacity and establishing a “chief data officer” position, and will form “AI Digital Industry Team Taiwan” to promote smart robot applications, address labor shortages and improve industrial efficiency.

## Labor funds post losses of NT$246.3 billion in July, but returns still reach NT$1.9 trillion in first 7 months

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:43:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010040.aspx
- anchor: #n2393166

勞動基金受7月全球金融市場動盪影響，單月虧損2463.6億元，創歷史第三高。儘管如此，累計至7月底整體收益仍達1兆9560億元，收益率維持在25.03%。

Facts:
- Labor funds post monthly loss of NT$246.36 billion in July
- 今年截至7月底整體勞動基金收益數為1兆9560億元
- New labor pension system fund posts loss of NT$179.79 billion in July
- Overall labor fund return rate stood at 25.03% through the end of July this year

## 3 U18 rugby players lose eligibility after drinking while away from camp during Asian Youth Championship training

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:36:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609010039.aspx
- anchor: #n2393061
- Companies mentioned: 中華民國橄欖球協會

Facts:
- 3 athletes
- 16 Taiwan team athletes
- 13 starting national team players
- Set to begin in China on Sept. 5
- Training began under Taipei's Bailing Bridge on Aug. 3
- On Aug. 25, the head coach received screenshots from students reporting the incident on social media

## 梅西告別阿根廷國腳生涯 球迷不捨「一個時代終結」

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:35:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609010038.aspx
- anchor: #n2393062
- Companies mentioned: 梅西、阿根廷、路透社、Instagram、迪馬利亞

Facts:
- 高約26公尺的巨型梅西雕像
- 梅西6月迎來39歲生日

## 東海大學校長張國恩拜會青森縣知事 提引進青森蘋果樹入校園

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010037.aspx
- anchor: #n2393063
- Companies mentioned: 東海大學、青森縣、平川市、台中市、台南市政府、弘前市

Facts:
- 今年3月時東海大學代表台中市接待青森縣平川市青年來台
- 2012年賴清德在台南市長任內曾率團訪問青森縣弘前市

## Days of rain in Kaohsiung topple a tree in Cianjhen District, crushing 2 cars; no injuries

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609010036.aspx
- anchor: #n2393064
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府警察局、前鎮分局

Facts:
- A roadside tree fell on 1 car and 1 parked vehicle

## 佳山洞庫系統使用逾30年 空軍編35.7億提升10大性能

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:26:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609010035.aspx
- anchor: #n2393051
- Companies mentioned: 空軍、中央社

Facts:
- NT$3.57544 billion
- NT$6.87867 billion
- NT$941.62 million

## Global debt mounts; Bessent urges G20 to rely on growth to tackle crisis

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:20:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010034.aspx
- anchor: #n2392874
- Companies mentioned: G20、美國財政部、聯邦準備理事會、CNBC、路透社、美聯社、川普政府

Facts:
- Global debt hits a record high of nearly US$353 trillion
- The world can no longer have China's US$1.2 trillion trade surplus

## Typhoon Sadol forms and continues to approach Taiwan; impact remains to be seen

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:20:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010033.aspx
- anchor: #n2392875
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央氣象署

Facts:
- 8 a.m.
- Sadler, the 18th numbered storm
- No. 23 storm Korowang

## Rain persists in Pingtung; more than 200 people evacuated from mountainous areas

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:17:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609010032.aspx
- anchor: #n2392876
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府、氣象署、古華活動中心、恆農假期渡假飯店

Facts:
- A total of 226 residents in mountainous areas were evacuated
- Lili station recorded the highest rainfall at 149 millimeters
- 138 people have been evacuated from Chunri Township
- 88 people in Manzhou Township
- 137 of them were placed in shelters

## Chinese fast-fashion retailer 希音 lists in Hong Kong; shares perform poorly

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:07:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609010031.aspx
- anchor: #n2392773
- Companies mentioned: 希音、SHEIN

Facts:
- Down 8.36% from the offer price
- Last quoted at HK$44.5
- The offer price was HK$48.56
- Net proceeds from the offering totaled HK$13.214 billion

## Anthropic signs US$35 billion cloud deal; 輝達 supplies chips and holds lease

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:59:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609010030.aspx
- anchor: #n2392712
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、輝達、Lambda、Hut 8、谷歌

Facts:
- A cloud computing contract worth US$35 billion
- A US$45 billion contract
- 總容量700百萬瓦
- A 15-year lease
- Facilities worth US$20 billion

## Typhoon Sadol's revival is not unprecedented; Typhoon Wayne turned back in 1986, leaving 68 dead

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609015002.aspx
- anchor: #n2392711

Facts:
- 68 people were killed
- 19 people were missing
- 6,624 homes were completely destroyed
- 31,532 homes were half destroyed
- Alishan in Chiayi County recorded the highest total and daily rainfall, at 520.7 and 470.3 millimeters, respectively

## Former French prime minister Balladur dies; Macron mourns a man “devoted to the nation”

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:35:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010029.aspx
- anchor: #n2392441
- Companies mentioned: 法國興業銀行、法國巴黎銀行、BNP Paribas、法國電視一台、TF1、LVMH集團

Facts:
- She lived to the age of 97
- Served as the final prime minister under former French President François Mitterrand from March 1993 to May 1995
- Balladur challenged for the presidency in 1995
- The latter remained president until 2007
- Balladur was finally acquitted in 2021

## The Lidao-to-Xiangyang section of the South Cross-Island Highway resumes normal traffic this morning

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:34:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010028.aspx
- anchor: #n2392442
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、公路局、南分局、關山工務段

Facts:
- The section of Provincial Highway 20 from 149K+110 to 171K+500 in Haiduan Township, Taitung County (the Xiangyang-to-Lidao section of the South Cross-Island Highway)
- Scattered rockfalls occurred at 158K and 174K+400
- The precautionary closure was lifted at 8 a.m. today

## 1 dead, 1 injured in knife attack in Times Square, New York; suspect shot dead

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010027.aspx
- anchor: #n2392443
- Companies mentioned: ニューヨーク市、ニューヨーク市警察局、法新社、PIX11

Facts:
- 1 dead
- 1 person injured
- The suspect was carrying 2 knives
- “They fired 2 shots at her”

## 立院新會期報到 民眾黨立委許忠信守11小時搶頭香

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609010026.aspx
- anchor: #n2392444
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、民進黨、國民黨、立法院、行政院、中華民國

Facts:
- Review of the central government budget has been delayed for more than 351 days

## 5 Chinese military vessels and 2 sorties by Chinese military aircraft intrude around Taiwan; 國軍 maintains close surveillance

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:22:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609010025.aspx
- anchor: #n2392333
- Companies mentioned: 國防部、國軍

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Facts:
- 5 Chinese naval vessels
- 5 government vessels
- 2 sorties by Chinese military aircraft

## Another Xinjiang primary school named after 左宗棠; Hong Kong media say move strengthens Chinese national identity

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:19:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609010024.aspx
- anchor: #n2392334
- Companies mentioned: 左宗棠、中央社、明報、中共中央統戰部、陳小江、國家民族事務委員會、馬興瑞、習近平

Facts:
- Xinjiang’s second school named after 左宗棠
- China’s third school named after 左宗棠
- Until March 2021
- 2025
- Last July
- Last October
- Jan. 4
- August 22
- August 23

## 聯發科 surges to limit-up; Taiwan stocks gain more than 400 points in morning trading, topping 46,600

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:16:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609010023.aspx
- anchor: #n2392335
- Companies mentioned: 聯發科、輝達、Alphabet、台積電

聯發科 and 輝達 deepen partnership and attract investment, sending the stock to its daily limit. 台積電 also rose, helping Taiwan’s benchmark stock index gain more than 400 points in morning trading and top 46,600.

## Taiwan dollar opens up 2.6 cents at 31.64

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:04:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609010022.aspx
- anchor: #n2392227
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Up 2.6 cents

## Taiwan stocks open up 48.64 points

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:03:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609010021.aspx
- anchor: #n2392221

Facts:
- Weighted stock index at 46,177.11 points
- Trading value of NT$10.027 billion

## Low-pressure system prompts weather agency to issue heavy-rain advisory for Kaohsiung and Pingtung

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:02:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010020.aspx
- anchor: #n2392222
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署

Facts:
- Localized heavy rain or torrential rain is forecast in Kaohsiung and Pingtung today

## Cook to step down as CEO, hand reins to Ternus; farewell letter pays tribute to Jobs

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:56:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010019.aspx
- anchor: #n2392156
- Companies mentioned: 蘋果公司、Apple

Facts:
- Apple tech giant CEO Cook bid farewell to the company today, paying tribute to its founder Jobs and praising employees as “extraordinary” as he prepares to hand the top job to incoming successor Ternus. Agence France-Presse reported that Cook (Tim Cook) has worked at 蘋果公司 for nearly 30 years and served as CEO since 2011. Just weeks after he took over as CEO, Jobs (Steve Jobs) died of pancreatic cancer.
- Under Cook’s leadership, Apple became one of the world’s most valuable companies, with a market capitalization topping $4.5 trillion today.
- According to Apple’s latest annual report, the company has about 166,000 employees worldwide.

## U.S. Army Secretary Driscoll resigns; reports cite strained relationship with Hegseth

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:55:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010018.aspx
- anchor: #n2392066
- Companies mentioned: 聯邦快遞、Dataworks

Facts:
- Related companies have pledged to invest billions of dollars

## Heavy-rain advisories for 7 counties and cities; Wu Der-rong says severe weather will continue through the 5th

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:40:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010017.aspx
- anchor: #n2392054
- Companies mentioned: 氣象署、中央大學、氣象應用推廣基金會、中央社

Facts:
- Moisture moves south from the 6th

## Taiwan stock trading accounts near 14.7 million at end of August, another record; monthly increase of 91,000

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:34:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609010016.aspx
- anchor: #n2392016
- Companies mentioned: 台灣證券交易所

台股8月開戶數達1469萬餘人創歷史新高，月增逾9萬人。新增開戶由30歲以下年輕族群主導，占總新增數七成。

## Taiwan index futures trade nearly flat overnight; analysts say 台股 may remain volatile

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:23:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609010015.aspx
- anchor: #n2391824
- Companies mentioned: 台股、台積電、聯發科、輝達、NVIDIA、Alphabet、國際半導體產業協會、SEMI、森崴能源、正崴、永崴投控

聯發科 and 輝達 announced a deeper strategic partnership to advance AI-related technology and products. SEMI forecasts that the global semiconductor market will exceed $2 trillion by 2030.

Facts:
- 台股 fell 202.98 points on Aug. 31
- Closing at 46128.47 points
- Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rose 65.39 points
- Up 0.57%
- 台積電 American depositary receipts (ADRs) fell 0.53%
- 輝達 is also investing $3.5 billion in overseas convertible bonds (ECBs) issued by 聯發科
- Global semiconductor revenue is expected to top $1.5 trillion this year
- It is projected to exceed $2 trillion by 2030
- Proposed sale price of 0.05 yuan per share
- Sell approximately 143 million shares in 森崴能源

## The century-long contest beyond AI: decoding the global quantum opportunity

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:18:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609010014.aspx
- anchor: #n2391825
- Companies mentioned: IBM、Anderon、格羅方德

Facts:
- The U.S. government is investing $2 billion directly in nine companies, including IBM joint venture Anderon and 格羅方德
- China has placed quantum technology at the top of its future industries under the 十五五 plan, committing about $16 billion in national resources

## Trump hosts G20 finance ministers’ meeting; Russian finance minister’s attendance sparks backlash in Europe

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:10:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010013.aspx
- anchor: #n2391821
- Companies mentioned: G20、俄羅斯、美國、伊朗、德國、美國財政部、歐洲聯盟、白宮

Facts:
- Since 俄羅斯 launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022

## TikTok’s engagement features become a breeding ground for scams; Vietnam cracks down on criminal influencers

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:01:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609010012.aspx
- anchor: #n2391714
- Companies mentioned: TikTok、字節跳動、越通社、越南青年報、越南網、英國廣播公司、越南資訊和通訊部、越南公安部、越南國家競爭委員會

Facts:
- Vietnam has about 70 million TikTok users
- “富黎,” who has millions of followers on TikTok
- Hai Sapa has more than 5 million followers on TikTok
- Has nearly 6 million followers on the platform
- Fined 880 million Vietnamese dong for TikTok
- About NT$1.07 million

## Taipingshan and the Traditional Arts Center lose out! Yilan’s top attraction draws 1.09 million visitors: stunning scenery worth revisiting, with a full day of family fun

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157761
- anchor: #n2392716

Tourism statistics for Yilan County in the first half of 2026 show that the Dali-Outer-Ao Recreation Area led with 1.09 million visitors, followed by the National Center for Traditional Arts and Wulaokeng. Natural and cultural attractions are both driving tourism, reflecting Yilan’s diverse appeal.

## Charizard and Eevee lose out! Japan’s top 10 most popular 寶可夢: Pikachu misses the top 10, while the winner is so cool fans are in tears

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160473
- anchor: #n2392715
- Companies mentioned: 寶可夢、任天堂

Facts:
- Lucario scored 87.7 points
- Charizard ranked 3rd with 87.5 points
- Mew scored 86.3 points
- Rayquaza ranked 5th with 85.9 points
- Umbreon ranked 6th with 84.9 points
- Dragonite ranked 7th with 84.3 points
- Eevee also scored 84.2 points
- Glaceon ranked 9th with 84.2 points
- Sylveon scored 83.4 points
- The 寶可夢 series has been running since 1996
- The number of 寶可夢 introduced has surpassed a thousand species

## Beijing Watch: China extends mortgage terms from 30 to 40 years! Online users say the 《Let the Bullets Fly》 prediction came true: How does it differ from Taiwan’s “Youth Housing Loan 3.0” policy?

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160613
- anchor: #n2392714

China’s central bank and financial regulator extended the maximum mortgage term from 30 years to 40 years. The move aims to ease young people’s monthly payment burden, though concerns remain about longer-term debt. Differences from Taiwan’s “青安3.0” are also drawing attention.

## Will Taiwanese with a Taiwan Compatriot Permit be treated as “Chinese citizens”? New mainland entry-exit rules take effect 9/15! Taiwan Affairs Council: 3 groups may be unable to return; Beijing responds

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160707
- anchor: #n2392713

China’s new immigration control system took effect on September 15. Claims circulating online that the Taiwan Compatriot Permit means its holder is a Chinese citizen are false. Taiwan’s authorities warned of risks to technology workers, while China countered that the response was excessive.

## Seniors aged 65 and over, claim your money! Starting today, 9/1, “everyone gets a 10,000-yuan cash gift”; 1 county or city will deposit it automatically. 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior benefits: amounts and eligibility nationwide

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:51:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160770
- anchor: #n2392718

Ahead of the 2026 Double Ninth Festival, all 22 counties and cities in Taiwan will provide senior citizens aged 65 and over with a longevity gift. Payments range from 1,000 to 30,000 yuan, with some automatically deposited starting September 1. The regional disparities are clear.

## The Nepalese principal who saved 900 people from death: 4 phone calls alerted him to danger, and his swift evacuation saved the entire school

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:50:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160767
- anchor: #n2392719
- Companies mentioned: トリブワン・トリシュリ中学校

A school principal in Nepal received 4 phone calls, realized a flood was imminent and evacuated 900 students within 10 minutes. Everyone survived.

## Watch this stock! Taiwan’s major company has “failed to file financial reports for 3 consecutive quarters and could be delisted as soon as November”; beware of shares becoming worthless

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:40:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160772
- anchor: #n2392720
- Companies mentioned: 永冠能源科技集團

Taiwan-listed 永冠能源科技集團 faces the risk of delisting in November after failing to submit financial reports for 3 consecutive quarters, affecting 43,000 shareholders. Difficulties obtaining an auditor’s opinion and overdue debt have worsened the crisis; 3 independent directors have resigned, severely damaging market confidence.

## 輝達 invests $3.5 billion in 聯發科! Jensen Huang announces major partnership; expert predicts market moves as this sector takes the lead

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:38:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160768
- anchor: #n2392721
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、MediaTek、Alphabet、欣興

NVIDIA invested $3.5 billion in MediaTek to expand joint development of AI technology. The plan is to improve data center communication efficiency through the adoption of NVLink Fusion and NVHBM technologies. The market is watching for knock-on effects on ASIC-related stocks.

## U.S. Stocks After Hours: U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate and Oil Prices Surge, Prompting Markets to Reassess Fed Rate Adjustments

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:37:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160771
- anchor: #n2392722
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、マイクロソフト、美光、聯發科、台積電、日月光、聯電

U.S. stocks fell as tensions between the United States and Iran flared again, pushing up oil prices and interest rates. AI-related stocks, meanwhile, remained strong in August, drawing market attention.

## Beijing Watch》Fired but Skipping Labor Arbitration! 107 Graduates from 星宇車燈 Take Their Complaint Overseas—Why Have European and U.S. Automakers Become the New Union?

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160591
- anchor: #n2392723
- Companies mentioned: 星宇車燈股份有限公司、寶馬、奔馳、大眾、奧迪、斯柯達、Yura、玲瓏輪胎、曼恩商用車、港交所、大眾集團

Facts:
- 440 recent graduates in China walked through the doors of 星宇車燈股份有限公司 in Changzhou, Jiangsu.
- 107 of them had their employment contracts terminated.
- They were offered 3 months of job-seeking living allowances.
- They were then given compensation equal to 6 months of wages.
- The factory has now provided more than 500 local jobs.
- In 2025, Xingyu's overseas revenue was 634 million yuan.
- Its Serbian subsidiary generated 430 million yuan in revenue.
- Up 37% year on year
- It plans to invest at least 77 million euros.
- The Serbian government plans to provide an 8.2 million euro subsidy.
- At least 100 new full-time employees with open-ended contracts.
- Bringing total employment to more than 342.

## Weather Forecast / Will Another New Typhoon Affect Taiwan? Latest Track Shows “5 Straight Days of Heavy Rain Across Taiwan”; Weather Administration Reveals When Skies Will Clear

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160769
- anchor: #n2392724

The Central Weather Administration issued heavy-rain alerts for 7 counties and cities in Taiwan due to a low-pressure zone and southwesterly winds. Persistent torrential rain is forecast from September 1 to 5, with conditions gradually improving from the 6th. Tropical depressions TD20 and TD27 pose little direct threat to Taiwan.

## Chicken and duck eggs lose out! The egg with the highest protein content revealed as the TOP 6 champion—nutritious and good for digestion, and recommended by traditional Chinese medicine practitioners

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150503
- anchor: #n2392727

Century eggs top the egg protein rankings with 14.7 grams of protein per 100 grams. Nutritionists and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners recognize their nutritional value, but warn that certain groups should eat them cautiously to avoid excessive sodium intake and the effects of their cooling properties.

## Why do families burn “treasury money” when someone dies? Does the deceased really owe money in the underworld? The origins of Taiwanese funeral customs revealed

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160175
- anchor: #n2392726

The custom of burning “庫錢” at traditional Taiwanese funerals is a ritual for repaying money said to have been borrowed from the underworld when the deceased was born. It is not a real debt, but a symbolic act rooted in folk beliefs.

## Older adults no longer have to pay health insurance premiums! 8 counties and cities announce “automatic full payment with no application required”; a guide to subsidies across Taiwan

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160706
- anchor: #n2392725

Eight counties and cities in Taiwan will introduce a program in 2026 to automatically cover the full health insurance premiums of older residents. It targets people aged 65 and over and certain Indigenous people. Some areas require no application and have no income limit. The aim is to ease older residents’ living expenses.

## International Affairs: Are All 65 Billion Barrels of Oil America’s? The Many Questions Surrounding Trump’s Oil Deal with Venezuela

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160766
- anchor: #n2392728
- Companies mentioned: PDVSA、North American Blue Energy Partners

U.S. President Trump announced an oil agreement with Venezuela lasting more than 25 years, but experts and members of the public have raised serious questions about its legality and transparency. The agreement covers development of 65 billion barrels of resources and comes against the backdrop of expanding U.S. influence.

## A house left by your parents isn’t necessarily a windfall! With more than 5 million older homes across Taiwan, be sure to calculate these 3 things before taking one over

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160149
- anchor: #n2392729
- Companies mentioned: 內政部、財政部、司法院

Facts:
- The number of homes nationwide more than 30 years old has topped 5 million.
- There were 78,324 building inheritance registrations in 2025.
- Taiwan has 894,582 “low-use (electricity)” homes.
- They account for 9.44% of homes in the property tax registry.
- The statutory tax rate is 2% to 4.8%.

## Major new Labor Insurance Bureau rules! Retirement changes take effect 9/1: “Voluntary pension contributions are different from before”—a look at the rules and who is affected

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11151041
- anchor: #n2392162

Starting in September 2026, self-employed people will be able to make voluntary retirement benefit contributions online at any time, 24 hours a day. The change will replace paper-based and in-person procedures and greatly improve convenience.

## Older adults are getting money! 1 county or city to distribute “gifts of up to NT$10,000 per person” on 10/2; eligible recipients will receive the payment directly—see the dates and requirements

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160012
- anchor: #n2392161

The Kaohsiung City Government will begin distributing Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts on October 2, with tiered subsidies based on age and status and a maximum payment of NT$10,000. More than 590,000 older adults will benefit. The move strengthens local welfare policies for older people.

## Break free from the “fake-slim” trap! German brand beurer launches the “Bluetooth 17-in-1 Body Composition Scale BF 451,” using 17 data points to decode your physique

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160493
- anchor: #n2392160

German health brand beurer has launched the Bluetooth-enabled BF 451 body composition scale, which measures 17 body composition metrics. App connectivity is designed to address “false thinness” and enable accurate health management.

## 【The Journalist】Revenue of NT$140,000, share price rises from NT$40 to NT$518: Who is 捷立康’s major shareholder? The buyer of Ohtani’s 50-home-run ball and “KGI Songshan Bro” are all there

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:40:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/5547790
- anchor: #n2392163
- Companies mentioned: 凱基證券

捷立康 Biotech shares surged from NT$200 to NT$518 on their first day of emerging-stock trading, a gain of 159%. Despite revenue of just NT$140,000, the company’s major shareholders and investor activity have become a market focus.

## Nearly 24,000 people go missing in Taiwan every year! Which age group has the most cases? Police figures reveal that nearly half are “this group”

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160190
- anchor: #n2392165
- Companies mentioned: 内政部警政署

Taiwan recorded 24,000 missing people in 2025, with adults aged 24 to 64 accounting for nearly half; the main reason was leaving home. Police figures show that young people aged 12 to 17 had the highest rate of missing-person cases, while wandering due to dementia was the main cause among people aged 65 and older.

## Behind the Scenes》A Key Force in Taiwan’s Strategic Transformation: The Critical Weakness of the Coastal Combat Command

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160285
- anchor: #n2392166

Taiwan’s new naval unit, “濱海作戰指揮部,” made its first appearance at the Han Kuang 42 exercise, but critics say it has critical weaknesses in information sharing and command and control. This could affect the effectiveness of Taiwan’s “land-based sea control” strategy.

## Who produced the “total defeat” result in war games simulating an attack on Taiwan, and how? Research team: Several conditions favoring the PLA have already been added

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160635
- anchor: #n2392167

A U.S. research team conducted simulations of a People’s Liberation Army invasion of Taiwan and reported that all 9 scenarios ended in failure. The study used a publicly available wargaming model and highlighted the PLA’s difficulties with supply and logistical support.

## 張凌赫 and 王楚然’s “這一秒過火” loses! The champion of the strongest period drama of the past 6 years is this one: 38.15 million views per episode, leaving “民國大偵探” behind

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160605
- anchor: #n2391655

張凌赫 and 王楚然’s “這一秒過火” is drawing attention, but the highest average viewership per episode among idol dramas set in the Republic of China era over the past 6 years went to 任嘉倫 and 李沁’s “請君.” Its 38.15 million views were a decisive win.

## “Six-Chart Wall Street” Guide | The U.S. is pushing the case for “forcing the yuan to appreciate”—will the nightmare of Asian currency appreciation from 40 years ago return?

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160710
- anchor: #n2391654
- Companies mentioned: カーネギー国際平和財団、モルガン・スタンレー、長鑫科技

The United States is stepping up pressure for a stronger yuan, evoking the Plaza Accord of 40 years ago. Meanwhile, South Korea’s policy to bring AI to the public and the rapid growth of China’s 長鑫科技 are drawing attention. These developments highlight the intersection of currency policy and the technology economy.

## AI equipment investment forecast revised upward again! SEMI: Wafer-fab equipment spending to hit $220 billion in 2028, with testing and packaging also reaching new highs

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:40:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160754
- anchor: #n2391656
- Companies mentioned: SEMI、Silicon Catalyst

SEMI raised its forecast for the wafer fab equipment market in 2028 to $220 billion, citing AI demand. Taiwan’s packaging, materials and equipment supply chains are at the center of structural growth.

## “Don’t say the world can’t do without Taiwan!” 吳田玉 shares his “Heaven, Earth and Humanity” philosophy: As Taiwan takes the AI high ground, it must also stay humble

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:37:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160755
- anchor: #n2391657
- Companies mentioned: 日月光投控、SEMI

呉田玉, chair of the SEMI Global Board Executive Committee, cautioned Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, whose strategic position is strengthening amid rising AI demand, against the arrogance of believing itself “indispensable,” and called for humility and global cooperation. He stressed that AI’s true value lies in creating new value.

## Quantum computing moves out of the lab! Academia Sinica’s 陳啟東 estimates commercialization within 5 years as Taiwan targets chips, packaging and cryogenic equipment

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:32:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160756
- anchor: #n2391658

陳啟東, president of Academia Sinica, forecast that quantum computers will be commercialized within 5 years. He stressed that Taiwan should build a supply chain for quantum chips, packaging and low-temperature equipment.

## Which county or city in Taiwan has the highest death rate? It’s not New Taipei, the most populous city! Latest statistics reveal the rankings

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160597
- anchor: #n2391659

2025 statistics on crude death rates across Taiwan’s counties and cities show Chiayi County in first place at 13.14‰, far above New Taipei City’s 7.37‰. The main reason is an aging population, rather than medical or environmental problems.

## Commentary: Time for a reckoning? Global “debt panic” and rising risks

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160395
- anchor: #n2391660

Rising U.S. Treasury yields and short-term government intervention have brought debt risks across advanced economies into focus. As countries including Japan and France struggle with high debt, concerns are mounting that a “reckoning” is coming.

## Lee Chung-chien Column: As Mearsheimer declares “the United States is destined to lose to Iran,” the empire is slowly heading toward twilight

- Published: 2026-09-01T07:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160753
- anchor: #n2391667

Professor John Mearsheimer says the U.S.-Iran war has become America’s “greatest disaster,” leaving Trump with a choice between making a humiliating concession and losing the war. The failure of both military and economic measures is accelerating the decline of U.S. hegemony.

## Anthropic seals a $35 billion computing-power deal! Partner is Nvidia-backed Lambda

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:01:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593370
- anchor: #n2392551
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、Lambda、Hut 8、NVIDIA、Nscale、Fluidstack、SpaceX、Microsoft

AI startup Anthropic signed a $35 billion computing resources deal with Lambda, a cloud company backed by NVIDIA. The agreement reflects growing demand for AI infrastructure as market competition intensifies.

## Markets interpret Warsh as backing a September rate hike, but not everyone is convinced

- Published: 2026-09-01T11:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593305
- anchor: #n2392552
- Companies mentioned: CME Group、花旗グループ、摩根大通資産管理、アメリカ銀行

Fed Chair Warsh took a firm stance on curbing inflation, and markets put the odds of a rate hike in September at 66%. But weak economic data leave the prospect uncertain.

## Semiconductor expo set to open; Humble House optimistic it will boost Q3 momentum for the hotel industry

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:55:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593651
- anchor: #n2392553
- Companies mentioned: 寒舍餐旅、台北喜來登大飯店、礁溪寒沐酒店、台北寒舍艾美酒店、寒居酒店、星宇航空、米其林、萬豪國際

Facts:
- Parent-child room sales in July surged 103% year over year
- Lifting room revenue 30% year over year
- Average occupancy rate at international tourist hotels in Taipei was 72.51%
- Average room rate: 5,531 yuan
- 台北寒舍艾美酒店 occupancy rate reached 87%
- Average room rate held above the 10,000-yuan mark
- 寒居酒店 occupancy rate also reached 81%

## Taking effect in January 2027! Export carbon prices eligible for relief as Taiwan’s carbon fee wins UK CBAM recognition, ranking among the world’s top 16

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:53:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593604
- anchor: #n2392554
- Companies mentioned: 環境部、経済部、行政院経貿談判事務所、英国税関税務庁

Taiwan’s carbon pricing system has been recognized as an “eligible carbon pricing scheme” under the UK’s CBAM and will apply from 2027. This demonstrates international policy compatibility and will help exporters maintain their competitiveness.

## Taiwan stocks open: September kicks off with a bang as MediaTek hits limit-up, with Nvidia leading a surge of more than 600 points

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:53:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6413023
- anchor: #n2392555
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、TSMC、ASE Holding、Hon Hai、Delta Electronics、Quanta Computer、Silicon Motion、Realtek、Insyde Software、Novatek Microelectronics、Grace Semiconductor、King Yuan Electronics、South Epson、Silicon Precision、Sunlord Electronics、Walsin Technology、Yageo Corporation、Hoshen Tang、Kemet

Taiwan stocks surged more than 600 points on the first trading day of September. MediaTek hit limit-up after receiving a $3.5 billion convertible bond investment from Nvidia, lifting electronics and semiconductor shares across the board and reflecting optimism about demand for AI and high-tech products.

## OpenAI receives $5.5 billion in SB Energy warrants; Nvidia puts up another $105 billion in guarantees to back AI data centers

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593605
- anchor: #n2392556
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SB Energy、NVIDIA、AEP Ohio

OpenAI holds warrants worth $5.5 billion from SB Energy. NVIDIA is supporting AI data center construction with $105 billion in credit guarantees. Capital partnerships in AI infrastructure are deepening.

## Back in the black! Strategy spends $370 million to add 4,603 coins, resuming Bitcoin purchases after 2 months

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593372
- anchor: #n2392557

Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, resumed buying bitcoin after about 10 weeks, acquiring 4603 BTC at an average price of $80,318. Its average purchase cost improved to $75,412.

## A major shift in nearly 20 years! Oil companies rush to tap 65 billion barrels; Trump says ExxonMobil and Chevron must both go into Venezuela

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:30:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593334
- anchor: #n2392558
- Companies mentioned: エクソンモービル、シェブロン、PDVSA、GE Vernova、ONGC、Eni、GeoPark

President Trump announced that エクソンモービル and シェブロン would enter Venezuela. Against the backdrop of some of the world’s largest oil reserves, the United States is accelerating a reshaping of its energy strategy.

## HBM spot prices soar 5 times! Poor HBM4 yields and production locked up by long-term contracts fuel supply crunch

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:20:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593409
- anchor: #n2392559
- Companies mentioned: 三星電子、SK海力士、輝達、微軟、Google、鎧俠、Kioxia、MegaGrid Supply、NVIDIA、Microsoft

Surging demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI has outstripped supply from Samsung and SK海力士, sending spot prices up 5 times. This is helping drive both companies’ earnings to record highs.

## Google Maps angers Canada by showing “Lake Ontario” in Canada and “Lake America” in the United States

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:17:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593353
- anchor: #n2392560
- Companies mentioned: Google、加拿大広播公司、安大略省政府

Google Maps has displayed different names for the same lake in the United States and Canada, prompting a strong backlash in Canada.

## [Stock market focus] UMC hits limit-up on heavy volume, then surprisingly falls “just 1 yuan”! 新光證券: Watch this key level in the next move

- Published: 2026-09-01T10:15:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593565
- anchor: #n2392561
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、新光證券

UMC hit limit-up at 130 yuan on the semiconductor boom, then fell just 1 yuan when the broader market declined, signaling confidence in a recovery in its mature-node business and making it a focus for investors.

## Three major pressures weigh on markets! After Warsh’s hawkish remarks, JPMorgan traders temporarily abandon their short-term bullish stance on U.S. stocks

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:50:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593408
- anchor: #n2392072
- Companies mentioned: モルガン・スタンレー

After hawkish remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Powell, モルガン・スタンレー withdrew its near-term bullish outlook on U.S. stocks. Concerns about a September rate hike have grown, and markets are taking a neutral stance as they contend with uncertainty.

## OpenAI snaps up tens of thousands of Macs to boost AI training; could Apple unexpectedly become a new rival to Nvidia?

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:50:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593414
- anchor: #n2392071
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、Amazon Web Services (AWS)、NVIDIA、Disney、Ford、Mount Thor、webAI

OpenAI and Anthropic are using tens of thousands of Mac mini and Mac Studio computers for AI training. Apple’s M-series chips, with their unified memory, are well suited to reinforcement learning, setting them up to compete with NVIDIA. Corporate demand for Macs is surging, leading to shortages.

## Trump’s latest remarks: Iran is a failed state; it is already dead

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:45:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593369
- anchor: #n2392073

Former U.S. President Trump called Iran a “failed state,” criticizing its economic and military vulnerabilities. Iran responded with attacks on U.S. military facilities, sharply raising tensions in the Middle East. This is a significant geopolitical event.

## Emerging-market stocks post their strongest August gain in 22 years! “Dollar-depreciation trade” is the main driver; September brings a major Fed rate-hike test

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:40:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593341
- anchor: #n2392074
- Companies mentioned: Tellimer、Avenue、三星證券、SK海力士、三星電子

Emerging-market stocks posted their biggest August gain since 2004, driven mainly by trades betting on a weaker U.S. dollar and increased AI investment. The risk of a Fed rate hike in September is adding to uncertainty.

## Key U.S. stock market news summary, September 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:30:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6592980
- anchor: #n2392075
- Companies mentioned: Tesla、Apple、Dell、Palo Alto Networks、U.S. Treasury、Oppenheimer & Co.

On September 1, 2026, the U.S. stock market focused on rising 10-year Treasury yields, Tesla’s robotaxi announcement and Apple’s CEO succession. Caution and optimism were in tension.

## 美通膨預期會失控嗎？高盛研究揭三大關鍵結論

- Published: 2026-09-01T09:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593290
- anchor: #n2392076
- Companies mentioned: 高盛、連邦準備制度理事会（Fed）、ニューヨーク連邦準備銀行、ミシガン大学

According to the latest 高盛 survey, long-term inflation expectations in the United States remain stable, with no structural increase evident. This has important implications for the economic outlook.

## Trump responds to Warsh’s hawkish stance, saying “he’ll do what needs to be done” but still insisting U.S. interest rates are too high

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:50:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593330
- anchor: #n2391576
- Companies mentioned: CME、Federal Reserve

President Trump praised Fed Chair Warsh while urging him to cut interest rates. Uncertainty over the slowdown in inflation is fueling policy tensions.

## 輝達搶貨、微軟谷歌搶單！HBM4良率持續承壓 現貨價格已高出長約價格4倍

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:40:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593195
- anchor: #n2391577
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、微軟、谷歌、三星電子、SK海力士、鎧俠、MegaGrid Supply

Supply shortages of HBM4 and procurement competition among major IT companies have put the DRAM market in an abnormal state of falling volumes and soaring prices. Samsung and SK海力士 are seeing earnings surge, while tight supply and demand are expected to persist.

## Apple says it has new evidence that OpenAI used confidential circuit diagrams and destroyed evidence

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:30:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593319
- anchor: #n2391578
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI

Apple accused a former OpenAI engineer of stealing confidential circuit diagrams and seeking to destroy evidence, and asked the court to expedite the case. The dispute highlights intensifying competition for talent and technology among tech giants.

## Barron’s: Trump’s control of Venezuela’s 65 billion barrels of oil will have limited “short-term” impact

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:30:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6592630
- anchor: #n2391579
- Companies mentioned: 雪佛龍、Price Futures Group、Lipow Oil Associates

The Trump administration announced an agreement placing most of Venezuela’s oil resources under U.S. control. The short-term impact on prices is expected to be limited.

## The S&P 500 usually falls in September. Could this year be different?

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:20:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6593307
- anchor: #n2391580
- Companies mentioned: Oppenheimer & Co.、Natixis Investment Managers、DataTrek Research

The S&P 500 has historically tended to fall in September, but this year it is above its 200-day moving average, a positive technical signal. The market could continue rising through 2027.

## Could the U.S. stock market’s “September curse” strike again? The “weakest month in history” is approaching: the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average fall 1.1%

- Published: 2026-09-01T08:10:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6592613
- anchor: #n2391582
- Companies mentioned: SimCorp、Easterly EAB、Carson Group、One Point BFG Wealth Partners

September has historically been considered the weakest month for U.S. stocks, and the same trend is a concern in 2026. The Fed’s rate outlook and economic indicators will shape the market.