SEMICON Taiwan 2026: Samsung stacks memory directly on GPUs; zHBM delivers up to 8x performance and cuts thermal resistance by up to 90%, while HBM5 is also unveiled
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At SEMICON Taiwan 2026, Samsung Electronics unveiled its next-generation 3D memory architecture, zHBM, which stacks memory directly above GPUs. It aims to boost performance by 8 times and reduce thermal resistance by 90%. The move breaks through the limits of traditional 2.5D packaging, signaling the arrival of a true 3D era for AI memory and having far-reaching implications for the global semiconductor industry.
SEMICON Taiwan 2026: Memory accounts for more than 75% of AI server BOM costs; Google proposes hardware and software solutions to break the “memory wall”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Memory accounts for more than 75% of AI server bill of materials (BOM) costs
Google Cloud has $513.9 billion in remaining performance obligations
TurboQuant can reduce KV Cache memory usage by at least 6 times
When computing attention scores on NVIDIA H100 accelerators, 4-bit TurboQuant can deliver up to 8x acceleration compared with unquantized 32-bit keys and values
Taishin Shin Kong Financial Holding earnings briefing: CEO says next year’s dividend will top this year’s NT$1.1
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taishin Shin Kong Financial Holding President Lin Wei-chun said at an earnings briefing that next year’s dividend would be higher than this year’s NT$1.1, reflecting merger synergies and financial stability. 新光人壽’s TIS ratio is 125%–130%, and its market capitalization has topped NT$1 trillion.
Is it too late to get in? Young people rush to open brokerage accounts as failed settlements hit a record; financial channel warns of a possible repeat of the “youth housing loan trap”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Stock investing has surged in Taiwan, particularly among younger people, and failed settlements have hit a record high. 財経メディア has warned of a recurrence of a large-scale incident like 「青安養套殺」.
SEMICON Taiwan 2026: A front-row look at chipmaking! Dream Fab brings together 10 companies, including ASML, to build a miniature wafer fab
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At SEMICON Taiwan 2026, Dream Fab—a recreation of semiconductor manufacturing processes developed in collaboration by ASML and 10 other companies—made its debut. The educational exhibit lets students and overseas visitors experience the realities of the industry, with the aim of making Taiwan’s semiconductor industry more visible and developing talent.
SEMICON Taiwan 2026: As AI packaging interconnects shrink, chemical materials determine yields; LCY’s new etchant achieves a 99% yield in customer tests
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At SEMICON Taiwan 2026, LCY Advanced Materials unveiled several wet chemicals for advanced packaging. A new etchant achieved a 99% yield in customer tests, highlighting a technological breakthrough in AI and HBM packaging.
MediaTek gets a boost: Can Taiwan stocks keep gaining? Experts analyze the outlook: “This sector” has long-term growth potential
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s stock market has surged, while speculation about NVIDIA investing in 聯發科 has drawn attention. The future prospects of CPO technology and capital spending trends in 2028 will be key going forward.
Foreign investors make an unusual “massive sweep” of active ETFs to signal support for Taiwan stocks? Ruan Mu-hua reveals a surprising answer: This is arbitrage, not buying
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan stocks surged 820 points today, and foreign investors’ heavy net buying of active ETFs prompted market speculation that they were bullish on the outlook. But expert Ruan Mu-hua said it was actually an arbitrage trade, not an investment move, with changes in units outstanding—not discounts—as the key factor.
NVIDIA and MediaTek join forces! Expert says AI demand has “spread to traditional industries”: This sector is the new growth driver for Taiwan’s GDP
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. company NVIDIA invested $3.5 billion in Taiwanese semiconductor company 联发科, as growing AI demand spilled over into traditional industries. The investment could become a new engine of growth for Taiwan’s economy, and the market reacted strongly.
Compensation claims launched over Tainan magnesium-aluminum scrap explosion! Woman fraud suspect involved in the case returns to Taiwan to explain; neighborhood chief may again be named as a civil defendant
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An explosion involving magnesium-aluminum scrap in Tainan’s Annan District injured 15 people and damaged multiple homes. The city government has launched collective compensation claims; the neighborhood chief has been detained, while the main suspect is at large. The case involves a fraud suspect and shell companies, raising concerns about public safety and environmental management.
Largest Italian parliamentary delegation in history arrives! Lai Ching-te thanks Taiwan-friendly lawmakers for speaking up for Taiwan over the years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The deputy speaker of Italy’s Senate led the largest parliamentary delegation in history to visit Taiwan. Lai Ching-te thanked the delegation for its long-standing support for Taiwan’s international participation and stressed the importance of deepening democratic and industrial cooperation.
Is labor minister Hung Sun-han’s mainland visit a major breakthrough in cross-strait ties? Scholar speaks frankly: Without the “secret password,” there will be no official contact across the Strait
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan Labor Minister 洪申翰 will attend an APEC human resources development meeting in Nanjing, China, on September 21. It will be the first ministerial-level visit to China under the 賴清德 administration and has drawn attention as a possible sign of easing cross-strait tensions, but it is not considered a resumption of official dialogue in the absence of 九二共识.
Elementary school building transformed into public childcare center! Gangshan Houhong center opens; citywide total reaches 75, with a target of 88 by year-end to create a “one-stop childcare and education” system
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government has converted an unused building at Houhong Elementary School into a public childcare center for 32 children aged 0 to 2. It is the city’s 75th public childcare center, advancing a policy of “one public childcare center per elementary school district” and strengthening support for families.
Reclaimed water projects earn top central-government rating for 3 years running! Kaohsiung supplies 83,000 tons daily, with another 105,000 tons to come from Qiaotou and Nanzi
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung’s reclaimed water projects have received top marks in central government evaluations for three consecutive years. Existing facilities supply 83,000 tons a day, while new plants in Qiaotou and Nanzi will add another 105,000 tons, strengthening water resilience for industry and supporting sustainable development.
Young people rally in Daliao! Chang Yao-chung accompanies 4 neighborhood chief candidates to register, building a new force for local service
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City Council candidate Chang Yao-chung accompanied four young neighborhood chief candidates as they completed their registrations, demonstrating young people’s determination to enter grassroots politics and bring new momentum to Daliao.
Only 1 of Yuku Pumping Station’s 3 pumps is operating normally! Chiu Yi-ying inspects flood damage and urges faster improvements, aiming for review in September and equipment upgrades next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Heavy rain caused 2 of the 3 pumps at Yuku Pumping Station in Kaohsiung’s Alian District to fail, leaving only 1 operational. Legislator Chiu Yi-ying urged the city government to speed up its improvement plan, aiming for approval in September and equipment upgrades next year.
Former lovers, and once-married couples—. A new series for adults begins: Prime Original romance reality show “Love Transit 35+” to stream exclusively on Prime Video from 20:00 on October 22 (Thursday).
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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All participants are subject to an age restriction of “35 and over.”
The series consists of 8 episodes.
It portrays the deep, complex and unpredictable human drama of 10 men and women.
Annual membership fee of ¥5,900 (tax included)
Monthly membership fee of ¥600 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Prime Video、Amazon、Amazonプライム、Amazon MGM Studios、CJ ENM、TVING、DAZN、dアニメストア for Prime Video、NHKオンデマンド、Korean Drama & Entertainment channel K、J SPORTS
Making reuse more accessible! Holding “8/8 Reuse Day—Connecting Smiles, Giving Strength to the Future,” a reuse experience event where elementary school students and their parents can learn while having fun.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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A total of 54 supporting companies and organizations
Apple’s $4.5 trillion empire gets a new leader! Ternus takes over and faces 3 major challenges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple is entrusting its management to John Ternus, its 2nd CEO since the company’s founding. The transition comes as the $4.5 trillion company faces the 三 challenges of AI, supply chains and next-generation products, drawing the attention of investors and the market.
Oil’s escape route through the Strait of Hormuz revealed! Oil moved in ship-to-ship transfers as Asian buyers agree to pay a premium
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Middle Eastern oil-producing countries are expanding ship-to-ship-to-ship transfers to avoid risks in the Strait of Hormuz. Asian buyers are paying premiums, and shipping volumes are showing signs of recovery. This is important for stabilizing energy supplies.
Can the Fed focus on fighting inflation? U.S. July job openings rise to 7.27 million as labor market holds steady
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. job openings in July edged up to 7.27 million, while layoffs declined, but companies’ hiring activity fell sharply. The labor market remains in a state of “low hiring, low firing,” creating conditions for the Federal Reserve to focus on fighting inflation.
Auto market: August sales fall below 30,000 for a nearly six-month low; Q4 gradually gains momentum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s new-car sales in August totaled 29,222, their lowest level in half a year. The main factor was the effect of the 7th lunar month, but a recovery in Q4 is expected. 和泰車 and 裕日車 are accelerating the rollout of new models.
Fed rate-hike pressure returns! U.S. manufacturing expands for 8th straight month, but new orders slow and costs remain high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. manufacturing expanded for the 8th consecutive month in August, but new orders slowed and cost pressures persisted. Amid growing concerns about Federal Reserve rate hikes, tensions in the Middle East and tariffs are affecting supply chains.