# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-04 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 121 items from 4 sources; Japan, 60 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Back by popular demand! This year, too, the Hokkaido Okhotsk Shopping Street 2026 event will be held at 二子玉川 東急フードショー, the food hall at 東急百貨店, featuring a selection of products from 22 Okhotsk businesses!

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000110326.html
- anchor: #n2480039
- Companies mentioned: 東急百貨店、丸屋、公益財団法人オホーツク財団、秋場農園、網走水産、ウツツの森、UNO ORGANIC FARM、おたに商店、北見ハッカ通商、清里焼酎醸造所、酒井農園、山樹氷、しのねアップルファーム、シレトコイオン生産組合、すがの商店、関養蜂場、永田製飴、パインランドデーリィ、はまほろ、ふじや菓子舗、マルマ松本商店、マルワ製麺、山健秋山漁業、流氷の丘カンパニー、和洋菓子のモンブラン

Facts:
- 22 businesses in Okhotsk
- 12.8% of the prefecture's total area
- September 17–23, 2026

## Form the ultimate party! Onward to the primeval forest! The hugely popular isekai summoning cheat fantasy reaches its 20th volume! On sale: “Drawing: The Strongest Manga Artist Dominates Another World with Drawing Skills! 20”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001001.000049835.html
- anchor: #n2480038
- Companies mentioned: キルタイムコミュニケーション、ARTLIM Media Co.,Ltd.

Facts:
- Volume 20 of the isekai summoning cheat fantasy
- List price: ¥792 (base price ¥720 + 10% tax)

## What is the greatest crisis ever to strike the Demon King and Hero duo!? The chaotic, erotic adventure returns with a tumultuous second volume full of new encounters! On sale: “The Strongest Demon King Was Dominating, but the Key to Reversing My Gender Change Was a Journey of Helping Others 2”!

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001002.000049835.html
- anchor: #n2480037
- Companies mentioned: キルタイムコミュニケーション、ワス、キミコミ、コミックヴァルキリー

Facts:
- List price: ¥792 (base price ¥720 + 10% tax)
- Release date: September 8, 2026
- ISBN: 9784799222157

## [Hida-Takayama, 岐阜県高山市] Plans are underway to build a final disposal site for industrial waste in the nature-rich 六厩 (Mumaya) district of Shokawa-cho.

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:04:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000400.000124925.html
- anchor: #n2480041
- Companies mentioned: 高山市、岐阜県、富山県、弁護士法人名古屋E＆J法律事務所、水俣病センター相思社、水俣市役所、白川村、飛越七漁協河川環境保全連盟、庄川流域六廐産廃処分場計画対策協議会、富山県漁業協同組合連合会

Facts:
- Approximately 1,000 m above sea level
- 20 degrees below zero
- 26 years

## [ドローンフィールドKAWACHI] Expanding a drone workforce development program for businesses—from certification and operational design to inspection work and advanced technology development

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:02:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000022548.html
- anchor: #n2480042
- Companies mentioned: ドローンフィールドKAWACHI、株式会社アイ・ロボティクス、株式会社ＢＦＨＤ、ドローン・ジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- For groups of 5 or more

## A lightweight, compact 35 mm AF lens for everyday photography with a classic look. Launch of the full-frame-compatible AF prime lens “SG-image AF 35mm F2.2 Classic Edition”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000148.000135883.html
- anchor: #n2480074
- Companies mentioned: 2ndfocus、E&Iクリエイション株式会社、SG-image、ソニー、ニコン、ライカ

Facts:
- Manufacturer's suggested retail price: \38,000 (tax included)
- Weight is approximately 164–175 g, depending on the mount
- Focal length: 35mm
- Capture everyday life naturally with a 35 mm F2.2 lens
- Filter diameter: 52mm

## [Online seminar: How to decide between selling real estate and making effective use of it—and build internal consensus—without being asked, “Is that really the best option?”] 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス to hold a seminar for corporate CRE managers

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000204.000102049.html
- anchor: #n2480073
- Companies mentioned: 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社、三菱地所

Facts:
- 3 days, from September 28 to September 30, 2026

## The second installment! On October 10, 2026, at LOFT9 Shibuya in Tokyo's Shibuya district: “Voice Actor × Archaeologist—A Remarkable Cross-Industry Discussion United by a Love of History: Prayer and Nature”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000190169.html
- anchor: #n2480061
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人 奈良好き人のつどい、LOFT9 Shibuya、奈良文化財研究所、STUDIO ROBIN、アーツビジョン、HIKI

Facts:
- Oct. 10, 2026
- Doors open: 13:00
- Starts: 13:30

## They stood on a surfboard! Children attending a dental clinic's posture training program try surfing for the first time

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000187630.html
- anchor: #n2480060
- Companies mentioned: THDCLLC、SHISEIアカデミー

Facts:
- Held in late September 2023

## Turning the workplace into a place to grow. AGB redesigns the office space on the 8th floor of its headquarters

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000039402.html
- anchor: #n2480059
- Companies mentioned: 旭ビルウォール株式会社、AGB、株式会社オカムラ、株式会社オフィスバスターズ

Facts:
- Floor area: approximately 232 tsubo
- Reduced documents by approximately 20 tons
- Reduced the number of cabinets by 86
- Standard desk width per person: 1,500 mm

## Safety of our kimchi products following reports about Chinese-grown napa cabbage: We confirmed the ingredient sourcing route and verified that formaldehyde was “not detected” in testing

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000164844.html
- anchor: #n2480058
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社河鶴

Facts:
- August 2026

## 7 experts gather for the 3rd “High-Net-Worth Business Lunch,” paving the way for concrete collaboration and business partnerships

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000094981.html
- anchor: #n2480057
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ロードマップ、未来共創コミュニティ

Facts:
- The 3rd “High-Net-Worth Business Lunch” was held on August 31, 2026

## Making truck drivers' “sleep” visible: “Wellnee Sleep,” supporting safe operations and health management for transportation businesses

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000083537.html
- anchor: #n2480056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネクストリンク、ジェイアールバス関東株式会社、三福運輸、国土交通省

Facts:
- Adopted by a cumulative total of 240 companies, with more than 650 units deployed

## [ホテルクリスタルパレス] Reservations open for “2027 Hotel Crystal Palace Osechi and Hors d'oeuvres”—welcome the New Year with the traditional flavors of a long-established hotel celebrating its 75th anniversary!

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000077419.html
- anchor: #n2480055
- Companies mentioned: ホテルクリスタルパレス、株式会社長寿荘、CHOJUSO GROUP、ホテルテラスザガーデン水戸、ホテルテラスザスクエア日立、テラスイン勝田、ホテルクリスタルプラザ

Facts:
- Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine in a variety of three-tier boxes (Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine; three-tier box) [serves 3–4] ¥30,000 (tax included)
- Ibaraki's bounty: a traditional two-tier box filled with local specialties (Japanese cuisine; two-tier box) [serves 2–3] ¥28,000 (tax included)
- Colorful small-dish hors d'oeuvres box (Japanese and Western hors d'oeuvres) [serves 2–3] ¥20,000 (tax included)
- Luxury party box (Japanese, Western and Chinese hors d'oeuvres) [serves 4–5] ¥43,000 (tax included)

## [近江ちゃんぽん亭] Iwade location grand opening on September 7, 2026!

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000019783.html
- anchor: #n2480054
- Companies mentioned: ドリームフーズ株式会社、近江ちゃんぽん亭、永和商事株式会社

Facts:
- 56th location overall
- ¥300 off all noodle dishes

## [三重県伊賀市 × AlphaDrive] Holding the ninja town of Iga City MeetUp “SHINOBI-Z Pitch & Talk” at SHIBUYA QWS

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000366.000033909.html
- anchor: #n2480053
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、糸伍株式会社、株式会社ナベル、株式会社安永、公益財団法人 伊賀市文化都市協会、三重大学、上野商工会議所、伊賀市商工会、ゆめテクノ伊賀

Facts:
- 3 companies in Iga City
- Application deadline: October 5

## [STARTUP DB] Survey results: Startup fundraising ranking (August 2026)

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000474.000032589.html
- anchor: #n2480052
- Companies mentioned: フォースタートアップス株式会社、NOT A HOTEL、京都フュージョニアリング、OptQC、トヨタ・インベンション・パートナーズ、ジーライオングループ、量子科学技術研究開発機構（QST）

Facts:
- NOT A HOTEL（ノット・ア・ホテル）は、シリーズDラウンドで100億円を調達しトップに立った。
- 京都フュージョニアリングは、シリーズDラウンド1stクローズで99億2,000万円（プレスリリースで発表された257億2,000万円から、登記簿で8月以前に公表された調達金額158億円を抜いた額）を調達し2位に続いた。
- OptQC（オプトキューシー）で、シリーズA2ラウンドで70億円を調達しました。
- Valid responses (sample size): 27,000 companies

## What 407 participants' learning data reveals about HELP YOU members: Initial release of operational data from the “HELP YOUアカデミー” learning program

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000799.000059127.html
- anchor: #n2480051
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニット、HELP YOU、HELP YOUアカデミー

Facts:
- The number of participants, excluding duplicates, was 407.
- 23 courses were offered during the period
- There were 1,388 total applications
- “Accounting” had the most participants, with 193
- 62.4% of participants took 2 or more courses
- 26.5% also took 5 or more courses
- “Higher compensation”: 186 cases in total
- “Reduced working hours”: 266 cases in total

## PLAZA presents this fall’s fashion trends. Update your look with this season’s style using “patterned items,” from modern polka dots to casual checks!

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001081.000003436.html
- anchor: #n2480050
- Companies mentioned: PLAZA、umbro、NEW ERA、POLO RALPH LAUREN

Facts:
- 2026年9月4日(金)から9月24日(木)の期間

## What is “expression for living together”? The October 2026 issue of Bijutsu Techo features “Contemporary Art in Taiwan.”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001128.000058854.html
- anchor: #n2480049
- Companies mentioned: カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、美術出版社

Facts:
- Special price: 2,000 yen + tax
- Since its founding in 1905

## 〈10代に人生の正解を教えられる大人などいない〉 恐山の禅僧・南直哉が5人の中高生と一対一で向き合った最新刊『君たちはどう生きてもいい』が9月15日発売！

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001334.000012754.html
- anchor: #n2480048
- Companies mentioned: 河出書房新社、新潮社、アスコム、春秋社

Facts:
- List price: 1,650 yen (base price: 1,500 yen)
- Specifications: modified 46-format / softcover / 240 pages

## September 24 (Thursday): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar, “Introduction to Humanoid Robots: Fundamentals and Mechanisms, Flexibility, Motion Control Technology, Robotics Applications, Challenges, and Physical AI”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001792.000080053.html
- anchor: #n2480047
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AndTech、東京大学、スタンフォード大学、筑波大学

Facts:
- Participation fee: 50,600 yen (tax included)
- This course is scheduled to begin on September 24, 2026.

## September 25 (Friday): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar, “Mid- to Long-Term Business Development Processes in Manufacturing, Building Organizational and Marketing Systems, and Case Studies of Success and Failure”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001793.000080053.html
- anchor: #n2480046
- Companies mentioned: AndTech、スリーエムジャパン、セラニーズ株式会社、M&MOT LABORATORY、積水化学工業株式会社

Facts:
- Participation fee: 66,000 yen (tax included)

## September 28 (Monday): AndTech WEB online Zoom seminar, “Selecting Polymer Additives and Fillers and Practical Formulation Recipes [35 Questions and 35 Answers]”

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001794.000080053.html
- anchor: #n2480045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AndTech、住友化学

Facts:
- Participation fee: 50,600 yen (tax included)

## Hosted by Gota Watanabe! The podcast “FREE SLIDE,” which explores street culture from a unique perspective, will once again be released this year in conjunction with SLS TOKYO, the world’s premier professional street skateboarding competition!

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002132.000025404.html
- anchor: #n2480044
- Companies mentioned: J-WAVE、STREET LEAGUE SKATEBOARDING (SLS)、MinebeaMitsumi

Facts:
- 2026 SLS CHAMPIONSHIP TOUR TOKYO
- Saturday, November 14, 2024

## Ryota Yamazato of Nankyan struggles to teach cooking! He takes on “porchetta” for the program’s 100th episode of “Shinji Mizuta’s Picky Cooking Class,” airing September 6 (Sunday) at 21:30

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005318.000029501.html
- anchor: #n2480043
- Companies mentioned: 南海キャンディーズ、BSよしもと、象印、吉本興業株式会社

Facts:
- A milestone 100th episode
- September 6 (Sunday) at 21:30
- 21:30～22:00
- BS Channel 265

## 映画史に残るボンドカーを1/18スケールで。AUTOart「007／ゴールドフィンガー」アストンマーチン DB5をCAMSHOPで販売開始！

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:26:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001512.000040971.html
- anchor: #n2479849
- Companies mentioned: AUTOart、アストンマーチン、CAMSHOP.JP、株式会社フェイス、フェイス

Facts:
- 1/18 scale

## A deodorizing and antibacterial spray made with 100% natural ingredients has been launched by 株式会社ウルタロウ, which operates the “オカタシwith” tidying service, where female staff accompany customers. A 50ml sample will be given to customers who use オカタシ services.

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000182360.html
- anchor: #n2479800
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウルタロウ、オカタシ、オカタシwith

Facts:
- 100% natural ingredients
- 50ml sample bottle
- 200ml (for sale)
- 2,600 yen (tax included)
- 3,000 cases to date
- ¥5 million
- 20 people (including 15 female staff)

## 2026年9月8日（火）開催「MarkeZine Day」～ 100兆円市場、なのにリーチ手段がない―日本最大級シニアSNS『らくらくコミュニティ』で実現する、60～80代マーケティングの新常識～

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000136917.html
- anchor: #n2479799
- Companies mentioned: Omelette株式会社、MarkeZine、らくらくコミュニティ

Facts:
- 100兆円市場
- More than 41 million monthly page views
- 950,000 MAU

## food back adopts デジコ for its points exchange service

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000054688.html
- anchor: #n2479798
- Companies mentioned: food back、デジコ、株式会社DIGITALIO、PayPay、Amazon、PeX、Ponta、Vポイント、リクルートポイント

Facts:
- Up to 30% in points rewards

## [Specified Skilled Worker Program / Nursing Care] 26 graduates at MIRAI’s partner school in Cebu, Philippines! Job-ready talent with practical training experience in Japan to be assigned in stages

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000096742.html
- anchor: #n2479797
- Companies mentioned: MIRAI株式会社、サステナブルホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- 26 nursing-care specialists
- 17th term

## Safety design information for grid-scale battery storage systems released—Safety design of the Raptor battery storage product, backup system using 2 EMS units, and product warranties for each device

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000096742.html
- anchor: #n2479796
- Companies mentioned: サステナブルホールディングス株式会社、Raptor

Facts:
- Battery storage system (Raptor)
- PCS
- High-voltage interconnection panel (QB)
- EMS

## Spotify launches a special global collaboration with Pokémon Sleep

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000224.000022249.html
- anchor: #n2479795
- Companies mentioned: Spotify、Spotify AB、Pokémon Sleep

Facts:
- An audio streaming service used by more than 777 million people worldwide
- All 19 background music tracks from Pokémon Sleep
- All 34 songs from Pokémon Sleep
- Starting Friday, September 4, 2026
- All 34 songs from Pokémon Sleep were also released in September 2024
- Tracks released in-game from October 2024 onward
- Wednesday, September 9, 2026
- Starting Sept. 8 (Tue.)
- More than 100 million songs
- more than 7 million podcasts
- More than 500,000 audiobooks
- 300 million paid subscribers

## Play your way through the popular Nichiasa show! “角醒ハンター オメガホーン あそべるずかん” goes on sale September 4!

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008884.000001719.html
- anchor: #n2479794
- Companies mentioned: テレビ朝日、東映AG、東映、講談社

Facts:
- On sale September 4, 2026
- 1,200 yen (before tax)

## A founder who researches AI at the University of Tokyo and appears on “時計じかけのマリッジ” supervises the launch of “働き方タイプ診断16,” a free 90-second assessment

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189058.html
- anchor: #n2479655
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AI導入センター、東京大学、Amazon Prime Video、ABEMA

Facts:
- 13 questions in total
- About 90 seconds
- 16 types in total
- 7.2%

## [Sales figures updated] “Energy Water Mist” by Korean cosmetics brand NEUTRINOS, sold through TikTok live commerce channel “燕チャンネル,” surpasses 15,000 units sold and 62 million yen in sales

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000107.000090341.html
- anchor: #n2479644
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sホールディングス、NEUTRINOS、S-LIVE JAPAN、ABITOKYO

Facts:
- 15,000 units sold to date
- 62 million yen in sales to date
- 10,000 units sold to date
- 40 million yen in sales to date

## A comprehensive guide to roads and road construction technology—the most important infrastructure, forming the physical network that supports the movement of people and goods and enables the circulation of industry and culture—has been published!

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000169048.html
- anchor: #n2479638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社秀和システム新社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- List price: ¥2,860 (tax included)
- Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4798074071
- 楽天ブックス: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18158158

## Column by 印永翔: Warsh’s first 100 days—his “hundred-day reform” as the Fed seeks to make the market a player again

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161559
- anchor: #n2479972
- Companies mentioned: 国際金融協会 (IIF)

On his 100th day as Fed chair, Warsh is promoting a “Hundred-Day Renewal.” By scaling back forward guidance, he aims to encourage market-driven price formation. This marks a fundamental shift in monetary policy and redefines the relationship between markets and the central bank.

## Commentary by 吳芳銘: A new Monroe Doctrine for oil—U.S. takeover of Venezuelan oil rewrites the global power map

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161531
- anchor: #n2479973

The United States acquired development rights to 17 strategic oil fields in Venezuela, shutting out the influence of China, Russia and Iran. The move, dubbed the “Donroe Doctrine,” signals the development of a new geopolitical strategy.

## Commentary by 林騰鷂: President Lai Ching-te should look at the national debt clock and the Fiscal Discipline Act

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160834
- anchor: #n2479974

林騰鷂 criticized the 賴清德 government for frequently announcing large-scale spending without explaining its funding sources or long-term costs, and urged it to face the national debt clock and the Fiscal Discipline Act. The issue concerns the sustainability of public finances and intergenerational justice.

## Commentary by 林進嘉: Chiang Wan-an, are you all right?

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161595
- anchor: #n2479975

A son of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an was selected for a publicly funded exchange student program, raising suspicions of a conflict of interest. Political repercussions are a concern ahead of the election campaign.

## Commentary by 楊秉儒: The pan-Green camp targets Chiang Wan-an’s son but gets the facts badly wrong

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161602
- anchor: #n2479976

Veteran media figure 楊秉儒 criticized pan-Green politicians for misunderstanding international exchange student rules and falsely claiming that Chiang Wan-an’s son could not obtain a visa because he is a U.S. citizen. The rules have no such restriction, highlighting political attacks and ignorance of policy.

## 夏珍 column: What comes after peace? What comes after war?

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161796
- anchor: #n2479977

Former Taichung Mayor 胡志強 paid tribute to Professor 高希均, revisiting his “peace and happiness” ideal and stressing that cross-strait relations should go beyond peace to pursue people’s well-being. The issue highlights Taiwan’s structural dilemma between war and peace.

## Opinion: While pro-Green media mockingly ask, “Why do robots need to run so fast?”, mainland China has already bought its ticket to the future battlefield

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160805
- anchor: #n2479728
- Companies mentioned: 宇樹、智元、基礎未来工業、台積電、鴻海、廣達、和碩、凌華科技、Noble Machines

China is accelerating the industrialization and military applications of humanoid robots, while Taiwan is struggling to respond amid a technological lag and a gap in awareness. This is a contest for leadership in the future of manufacturing and defense.

## Opinion: Does Xiaohongshu deserve credit for fighting scams based on a “null hypothesis”?

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160866
- anchor: #n2479729

Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior blocked Xiaohongshu for nearly a year on the grounds of fighting scams, claiming that scam cases fell by 八成. The author questions whether there is evidence of a causal link, warning that the claim may be politically motivated.

## 張瀞文 column: 15 days after the “American father” singled it out, Unimicron was raided—the political reality Taiwan’s electronics industry cannot speak of

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161714
- anchor: #n2479730
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海、広達、緯創、緯穎、蘋果

15 days after the United States designated Taiwan a country at risk of transshipment, Taiwan’s largest PCB maker, 欣興電子, was searched on suspicion of falsifying the origin of its products. The incident symbolizes tighter U.S. supply chain controls and the political realities facing Taiwan’s industries.

## Commentary by 王順民: A life is more than data—how to support a 10-year-old girl covered in wounds

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160527
- anchor: #n2479732

A 10-year-old girl in Taipei was subjected to sexual abuse over an extended period and went without placement for 240 days because of administrative negligence and systemic shortcomings, prompting public condemnation and calls for reform. The case exposes a deep crisis in the child protection system.

## Commentary by 陸文浩: When fighter jets take off, logistics come first—China’s new model for logistical support in overseas air force exercises

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161581
- anchor: #n2479731

Through joint exercises in the Middle East and Russia, China’s air force is evolving its logistical support from a focus on transport to a systematic deployment that includes command, communications and refueling. This signals the maturation of its long-range operational capabilities.

## Commentary by 金彥斌: The ghost stories we’ve chased together all these years!

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11161528
- anchor: #n2479983
- Companies mentioned: 慈濟

金彥斌 criticized Taiwan’s government for using talk of “ghosts” to evade political responsibility, citing the Hsinchu baseball stadium scandal and vaccine controversies. He stressed that people’s suffering should not be ignored and that the real problem is those in power refusing to face reality.

## Opinion: National Chengchi University’s freshman group turns green—do the Greenbirds think all college students are DPP “youth officials”?

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160979
- anchor: #n2479733

An administrator changed the photo in a National Chengchi University freshman Line group to that of a DPP candidate, sparking controversy over political influence on campus. The author questions whether the pan-Green camp is treating campuses as party campaign hubs, in violation of university autonomy and political neutrality in education.

## Opinion: Bribery in elections cannot be solved by law

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160985
- anchor: #n2479734

Vote-buying cannot be eradicated by law alone; economic measures and changes in voter awareness are needed. In remote areas, vote-buying is widespread, driven by personal ties and fear.

## Opinion: Fisheries Agency, stop slaughtering large tuna

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160821
- anchor: #n2479735

The Fisheries Agency’s “at-sea gill removal” policy has drawn criticism over the processing of caught tuna, with their internal organs removed while they are still alive. Calls for its withdrawal on humanitarian grounds are growing, and social criticism—including religious interpretations—is spreading.

## Opinion: The management wisdom needed to resolve labor-management disputes at the Taiwan Blood Services Foundation

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160518
- anchor: #n2479736
- Companies mentioned: 台湾血液基金会

台湾血液基金会 has faced labor-management disputes over measures such as cross-region staffing support, highlighting employees’ need for fairness and respect. Good management means communicating in advance and showing empathy.

## Another perspective on European civilization: In search of indigenous cultural ancestors—excerpt from How the World Shaped the West (1)

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159209
- anchor: #n2479578

A professor of classical studies has published an excerpt from a book that challenges a view of Western civilization centered on Greece and Rome and reconsiders history through the lens of multicultural exchange. The proposal is an important call for a paradigm shift in how history is understood.

## Why are U.S. Treasury yields surging? Wall Street and Fed officials offer sharply different explanations

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:02:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596954
- anchor: #n2479906
- Companies mentioned: IMF、RSM、True Insights、FedWatch Advisors

U.S. Treasury yields have risen, with the Fed and Wall Street divided over the cause. The disagreement reflects contrasting views: some attribute the rise to economic strength, while others worry about inflation and fiscal risks.

## 〈Precious Metals After Hours〉 Fed’s Waller signals cooling inflation and unchanged rates; gold jumps more than 2%

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:01:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596852
- anchor: #n2479907
- Companies mentioned: StoneX

Fed Governor Waller suggested that inflation is slowing and signaled the possibility of holding off on rate hikes, sending gold prices up more than 2%. This enhanced gold’s appeal as a non-yielding asset and dampened market expectations for rate hikes.

## ANZ Bank: Tariff fears, tight South American supply and firm new-energy demand could send copper prices soaring past $15,000 in early 2027 to a record high

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596557
- anchor: #n2479908
- Companies mentioned: LME（ロンドン金属取引所）

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## Nvidia regains the lead in AI trading as tech giants’ share prices approach record highs

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:40:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596972
- anchor: #n2479909
- Companies mentioned: Nvidia、Apple、Meta Platforms、Amazon、Alphabet、Microsoft、Tesla、Micron、AMD、Hugging Face、Forrester、Equity Armor Investments

With strong earnings and its acquisition of Hugging Face, Nvidia has regained its lead in the AI market, and its share price is nearing a record high, signaling sustained strong demand for AI infrastructure.

## German chemicals giant sues Apple, alleging Face ID infringes 7 patents

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:30:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596946
- anchor: #n2479910
- Companies mentioned: アップル、trinamiX

ドイツの化学大手BASFが、アップルのFace IDが子会社trinamiXの7件の特許を侵害しているとして米国で提訴。技術の無断使用により重大な損害が生じたと主張。

## U.S.-Iran hostilities escalate; Vance: “I wouldn’t call it a war”

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:16:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596970
- anchor: #n2479911

U.S. Vice President Vance said the rising military tensions between the United States and Iran cannot be called a “war.” He stressed that what happens next depends on Iran’s actions, signaling that the United States is prioritizing the nuclear threat and the stability of energy supplies.

## Xbox cloud gaming will no longer be unlimited! Game Pass capped at 15 hours per month starting in November

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:10:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596980
- anchor: #n2479912
- Companies mentioned: Microsoft、GitHub、Amazon、Meta、LG、Samsung、VIDAA OS

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## Is the crypto winter nearing its end? Bitcoin returns to $80,000, with $150,000 in sight by year-end

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:01:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596955
- anchor: #n2479663
- Companies mentioned: Glassnode、Nansen、IG Australia、Bitget Wallet、Fundstrat、Finality Capital、Bernstein

Fears of a Federal Reserve rate hike have eased, and Bitcoin has recovered to $80,000. Experts see this as a sign that the “crypto winter” may be ending. It could reach $150,000 by year-end.

## Volkswagen plans to cut 50,000 jobs before 2030; ADR shares surge 9%

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:56:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596963
- anchor: #n2479664
- Companies mentioned: BYD、Volkswagen

Volkswagen announced plans to cut about 50,000 jobs by 2030. It is pushing ahead with restructuring amid cost pressures and a competitive disadvantage in the Chinese market. This is an important signal of the auto industry’s shift to electrification and cost restructuring.

## Vance: No “large-scale operation” against Iran, but all pressure options remain on the table

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:49:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596977
- anchor: #n2479665

U.S. Vice President Vance said the United States has not launched a large-scale operation against Iran, while stating that military, economic and diplomatic pressure are all being held in reserve. The immediate goals are to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and stop Iran from attacking merchant ships.

## New York FX | Dollar falls as bond selloff eases; yen surges to a 1-month high

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:41:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596589
- anchor: #n2479666
- Companies mentioned: Macquarie、Brookings Institution

The U.S. dollar suffered its steepest decline in 2 weeks. The main factors were speculation about foreign exchange intervention by the Bank of Japan and a drop in U.S. Treasury yields. The Nikkei average also rebounded, briefly restoring risk appetite in the market.

## AI heavyweights clash! Gemini 3.8 Flash is overtaken just after reaching the top; Meta and Mostik make moves in a contest focused on “cost”

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:31:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596942
- anchor: #n2479667
- Companies mentioned: Google、Meta Platforms、Anthropic、OpenAI、Mostik

Google, Meta and Mostik are competing to improve the cost efficiency of AI models, with the focus shifting from “performance” to “the cost of actual work.” This is key to the commercialization of AI.

## A tug-of-war between bulls and bears! U.S.-Iran hostilities escalate as Russia-Ukraine peace hopes emerge; oil prices fluctuate but hold above $95

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:16:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596923
- anchor: #n2479668
- Companies mentioned: Saxo Bank、UBS、Price Futures Group

Geopolitical risks in the Middle East and signs of a Russia-Ukraine peace deal are pulling oil prices in opposite directions, with Brent crude trading in the $95 range. Supply concerns and diplomatic hopes are in a tug-of-war.

## 〈台股盤前要聞〉台指期夜盤站回4萬6、200億美元加碼赴美投資聚焦半導體及AI伺服器

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596926
- anchor: #n2479669
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、緯穎、台肥、漢測、帆宣、DCX Liquid Cooling Systems、Mennens

Taiwan’s stock market briefly fell below 46,000 points but recovered in after-hours trading. Lite-On Technology invested approximately 5.5 billion yen in a Polish liquid-cooling technology company, entering the AI and HPC fields. 帆宣 reported an order backlog of 135.1 billion yen, with demand visible through 2028.

## U.S. stocks after the close | 華勒 signals a pause in rate hikes, Treasury yields retreat, all 3 major indexes rise more than 1%

- Published: 2026-09-04T05:50:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596945
- anchor: #n2479518
- Companies mentioned: 聯準會、華勒、芝商所、Hugging Face、Snowflake、博通、Lululemon

聯準會 Governor 華勒 said he would lean toward keeping rates unchanged in September if inflation data continued to cool over the next 2 weeks. All 3 major U.S. stock indexes rose more than 1%, while Treasury yields retreated. Rate-hike expectations were marked down, but rising oil prices and the fiscal deficit continued to intensify bond-selling pressure.

## [Yuen Chi-fung column] Trading in China and Hong Kong stocks hits a new phase low

- Published: 2026-09-04T05:50:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6596922
- anchor: #n2479519
- Companies mentioned: 龍湖集團、數碼通電訊、比亞迪電子、騰訊、阿里、美團、京東、小米、網易、攜程、同程旅行、中生製藥、石藥集團、華潤置地、中國海外、萬物雲、東方航空、中國國航、五礦資源、洛陽鉬業

Trading volumes in the Chinese and Hong Kong stock markets have declined in stages, reflecting weak investor sentiment. Pharmaceutical and mainland property stocks stood out with gains against the broader market, while major IT stocks fell.

## Wu Hsuan-san and Wu Chi-na exhibit in wartime Ukraine, using art to express support

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:25:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202609040014.aspx
- anchor: #n2480075
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、UKRAFT、La Vie en Relief、克勒蒙费宏、蒙贝列

Facts:
- UKRAFT’s 3rd International Artists Exhibition
- The 2 French cities of Clermont-Ferrand and Montpellier
- 4 artists setting out from Paris
- 4 Ukrainian artists

## Good morning, World | On Armed Forces Day, President Lai says military, civil service and public-school employees will all receive a 4% pay raise next year

- Published: 2026-09-04T08:23:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609045001.aspx
- anchor: #n2480067
- Companies mentioned: 中油、台塑、台電、雪佛龍、奇異公司、埃尼集團、Uber、Waymo、特斯拉、Wayve

Facts:
- Expenditure budget: NT$607.63 billion
- NT$101.4 billion in subsidies for 中油 to freeze or slow increases in gasoline, diesel and natural gas prices
- NT$8.4 billion in subsidies for 中油 and 台塑 to freeze or slow increases in household liquefied petroleum gas prices
- NT$71.1 billion in subsidies for 台電 to freeze electricity price increases
- NT$233.8 billion in capital injections
- Additional defense budget: A total of NT$145.7 billion, including weapons procurement to enhance defense capabilities and allowances for combat troops
- NT$13 billion for 7 items, including a medium-range counter-tactical ballistic missile system
- NT$55.9 billion for 3 items, including coastal surveillance drones
- NT$64.5 billion for 2 classified programs
- Urgently needed

## Squeezed by Chinese competition and U.S. tariffs, Volkswagen to cut 100,000 jobs to survive

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:57:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609040013.aspx
- anchor: #n2479966
- Companies mentioned: 福斯汽車集團、Volkswagen、奧迪、Audi、保時捷、Porsche、德國金屬工業工會、IG Metall、德國經濟週刊、WirtschaftsWoche

Facts:
- Will cut 100,000 employees within 10 years
- Equivalent to about 15% of Volkswagen’s global workforce
- Requires approval from 2/3 of supervisory board members

## Putin says peace deal is possible; Zelenskyy says U.S. representatives will visit Russia and Ukraine

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:49:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609040012.aspx
- anchor: #n2479905
- Companies mentioned: 俄羅斯、烏克蘭、美國、中國、GB新聞台

Facts:
- The war has lasted 4 and a half years

## 伊朗 attacks U.S. military bases in the Gulf; Washington says it is investigating wedding airstrike

- Published: 2026-09-04T07:01:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609040011.aspx
- anchor: #n2479788
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗、美國、科威特、阿拉伯聯合大公國、伊朗紅新月會、伊朗伊斯蘭革命衛隊、美軍中央司令部

Facts:
- causing 4 deaths
- More than 50 people were injured

## Chinese lawyer pressured over defense of 錫安教會 flees to Taiwan to seek assistance

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:44:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609040010.aspx
- anchor: #n2479656
- Companies mentioned: 錫安教會、北京凱門律師事務所、對華援助協會、美國在台協會、陸委會

Facts:
- The church has about 5,000 members
- It has more than 100 gathering sites in about 40 cities across China

## Nepal flood death toll rises to 1,280; missing toll surges to 5,624

- Published: 2026-09-04T06:43:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609040009.aspx
- anchor: #n2479657
- Companies mentioned: 尼泊爾災害管理當局、中國官媒、法新社、中央社

Facts:
- The combined death toll in the two areas has reached 1,280
- The number of missing people has reached 5,624

## Bond selloff hits housing market; U.S. mortgage rates near 7%, highest in 2026

- Published: 2026-09-04T05:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609040008.aspx
- anchor: #n2479517
- Companies mentioned: 美國聯邦住宅貸款抵押公司、CNN、Redfin、全美房地產經紀人協會

Facts:
- The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose to 6.71% this week
- U.S. national debt tops $40 trillion for the first time in history
- Mortgage rates are expected to remain elevated, at 6% to nearly 7%

## [Manga] Why is this 8th-year female doctor exhausted? Gastroenteritis...?

- Published: 2026-09-04T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1355663
- anchor: #n2479887
- Companies mentioned: 村田医局

## 60% of female doctors use parasols, about 3 times the rate among men

- Published: 2026-09-04T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1352535
- anchor: #n2479886

## Survive in an era of clinics springing up everywhere! Competitive landscape in potential clinic locations

- Published: 2026-09-04T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1355686
- anchor: #n2479885