# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-08 00:00–03:00 JST One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 15 items from 4 sources; Japan, 6 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link. ## Rising international oil prices stoke inflation concerns as European stocks close mixed - Published: 2026-09-08T02:00:03+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609080002.aspx - anchor: #n2569652 - Companies mentioned: 歐洲中央銀行、倫敦FTSE 100指數、法蘭克福DAX指數、巴黎CAC 40指數 Facts: - 倫敦FTSE 100指數 edged down 8.96 points, or 0.08% - 倫敦FTSE 100指數 edged down 8.96 points, or 0.08%, to close at 10822.13 points - 法蘭克福DAX指數 slipped 39.87 points, or 0.15% - 法蘭克福DAX指數 slipped 39.87 points, or 0.15%, to close at 26006.53 points - 巴黎CAC 40指數 edged up 27.38 points, or 0.33% - 巴黎CAC 40指數 edged up 27.38 points, or 0.33%, to close at 8306.15 points ## Factory fire in Bade, Taoyuan; 3 districts and 30 villages downwind may be affected by odors - Published: 2026-09-08T00:38:55+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609070311.aspx - anchor: #n2565036 Facts: - About 30 villages across 3 districts - 96 firefighters - 44 fire engines - 2 ambulances ## Railway accident between Luzhu and Gangshan leaves 1 dead; police investigate cause - Published: 2026-09-08T00:33:53+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609070310.aspx - anchor: #n2565037 - Companies mentioned: 台鐵 Facts: - 1 dead - Around 10:08 p.m. ## Reuters: PLA steps up humanoid robot research, considers use in urban warfare - Published: 2026-09-08T00:24:51+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609070309.aspx - anchor: #n2565035 - Companies mentioned: 路透社、中國人民解放軍、中國國防科技大學、台灣國防安全研究院、美國銀行全球研究、美國卡內基美隆大學、美國陸軍 Facts: - Chinese manufacturers accounted for about 95% of global humanoid robot shipments in 2025 - The value of subsequent contracts could reach up to $1.25 million ## UN commissioner warns AI poses unprecedented threat to human rights, urges immediate safeguards - Published: 2026-09-08T00:04:48+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609070308.aspx - anchor: #n2565029 - Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、Meta、Hugging Face ## 傳Google台灣大裁員3至5成 官方澄清：完全背離事實 - Published: 2026-09-07T23:59:46+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609070307.aspx - anchor: #n2564968 - Companies mentioned: Google、Threads Facts: - 外傳裁撤3至5成等數據 - Increase office space by 60% ## Drone controversy escalates as Russia closes German Consulate General in St. Petersburg - Published: 2026-09-07T23:50:42+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609070306.aspx - anchor: #n2564907 - Companies mentioned: ドイツ、ロシア、ドイツ歌德学院 Facts: - German Consulate General in St. Petersburg must cease operations by September 18 at the latest - Staff must leave by September 13 ## アイテクニック株式会社 strengthens compliance with 厚生労働省 group policies and continues coordination with affiliated companies - Published: 2026-09-08T01:01:54+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000139012.html - anchor: #n2565158 - Companies mentioned: アイテクニック株式会社、厚生労働省 Facts: - The initiative will be pursued in earnest from 2025 ## “Schools are where children are on the front lines.” Nodaki donates heatstroke-prevention products, “Field Companion,” to elementary and junior high schools in Nisshin City - Published: 2026-09-08T00:16:25+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000115160.html - anchor: #n2565034 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノダキ、日進市教育委員会、愛知県フェンシング協会 Facts: - 28 bottles of the heatstroke-prevention product “Field Companion Salt Vitamin Jelly” - 28 bottles of the heatstroke-prevention product “Field Companion Salt Vitamin Jelly,” totaling 2,800 bottles - They are scheduled to be distributed to all 14 elementary and junior high schools in the city - Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, also recorded 40.1℃ on July 21 - The number of people nationwide transported by ambulance due to heatstroke reached 100,510 - The role of “supporting worksites,” cultivated by a company with 119 years of history - Nodaki will celebrate its 120th anniversary in 2027 ## “AGESTOCK2026 in Yokohama Arena supported by TGC CAMPUS” Next Age Music Award2026 in Kyoto University’s Yoshida Dormitory: Grand Prix winner announced! - Published: 2026-09-08T00:10:07+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000010590.html - anchor: #n2565030 - Companies mentioned: AGESTOCK実行委員会、株式会社YOAKE entertainment、TGC CAMPUS、MISCOLLE、日本テレビ、テレビ朝日、TBSテレビ、フジテレビジョン Facts: - It will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2026 ## Break free from hollow brand messaging and turn what makes you distinctive into an asset - Published: 2026-09-08T00:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000291.000038921.html - anchor: #n2565033 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社揚羽、三井情報株式会社 Facts: - Capital: 284.1 million yen (as of September 30, 2025) ## Grammy-nominated artist BeMyFiasco, who is set to make her Japan debut, releases a new single, “In My Garden (Tall Black Guy Remix)” - Published: 2026-09-08T00:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001911.000055377.html - anchor: #n2565032 - Companies mentioned: BeMyFiasco、Carlitta Durand、The Foreign Exchange、Tall Black Guy、Esquina Lee、Misha、SWEET SOUL RECORDS、OPRCT Facts: - Information release date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 0:00 AM - Friday， October 2， 2026 - OPEN 19:00 / START 20:00 ## Build the ultimate monster party just for you! Party-building hack-and-slash strategy game “ミスモン” launches on Steam, with a launch celebration sale! - Published: 2026-09-08T00:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008877.000001719.html - anchor: #n2565031 - Companies mentioned: 講談社クリエイターズラボ、株式会社講談社、マッハハバネロ Facts: - Regular price: 980 yen (tax included) - 882 yen (tax included) - 10% OFF - 30種のミスモン - 4 types - 9 styles ## Jing Boran loses out in Early Spring, Sunny Skies! He is the winner of the TOP9 Chinese drama actors best suited to play domineering CEOs: He exudes an elite aura without saying a word and looks incredibly handsome in a suit - Published: 2026-09-08T01:00:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒 - Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11162538 - anchor: #n2565098 張凌赫 was named No. 1 in the TOP9 ranking of “actors best suited to play domineering CEOs in mainland Chinese dramas,” announced on China’s Weibo. 井柏然 placed 5th, drawing widespread attention. ## Is Luckin Coffee really coming? Ministry of Economic Affairs confirms it has been asked to apply through the Chinese-investment channel - Published: 2026-09-08T00:30:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒 - Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11162604 - anchor: #n2565099 - Companies mentioned: 順昱公司 A 瑞幸咖啡 cargo container was spotted in Taiwan, fueling rumors that the company plans to enter the market. The Ministry of Economic Affairs is requiring a formal application as a Chinese-capital company. Interest in Chinese-capital companies entering Taiwan is growing. ## Are they being ignored? Blue-camp speaker says the TPP's absence would make little difference; Huang Kuo-chang angrily dredges up Hsu Hsin-ying's record of riding Ko's coattails: Does she think there are too many votes? - Published: 2026-09-07T23:56:44+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒 - Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11162599 - anchor: #n2564969 - Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨、中國國民黨、風傳媒 Blue-white cooperation collapsed over the 2026 Zhubei mayoral election, with the KMT and TPP barring each other from campaign appearances. Chang Chen-jung said Ko Wen-je's aura had faded, while Huang Kuo-chang angrily accused him of crossing the river and tearing down the bridge, deepening political tensions. ## Is Taiwan's stock market nearing 50,000? Experts point to 2 major events this week: shifts in heavyweight stocks could propel the broader market higher - Published: 2026-09-07T23:52:57+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒 - Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11162600 - anchor: #n2564970 - Companies mentioned: 台積電、アップル、輝達、OpenAI、アメリカ銀行、花旗 Taiwan’s stock index rose to 47,326 points, nearing a record high. The market is expected to be buoyed by 台積電’s earnings announcement and アップル’s unveiling of new products. ## Could the Blue-white breakup leave Hsu Hsin-ying facing attacks on 3 fronts? Lin Szu-ming predicts the KMT will win the Zhubei mayoral race but lose the Hsinchu County magistrate election - Published: 2026-09-07T23:28:56+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒 - Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11162601 - anchor: #n2564971 In the Hsinchu County magistrate race, KMT candidate Hsu Hsin-ying faces pressure on three fronts after Blue-white cooperation collapsed: unfinished consolidation within the KMT, the loss of TPP supporters, and a strong challenge from DPP candidate Cheng Chao-fang. Legislator Lin Szu-ming predicts she may win the Zhubei mayoral race but lose the county election. ## 合富-KY (4745): Hefu (China) to attend the 2026 Shanghai-listed Companies Collective Reception Day and Interim Results Briefing on 9/16 - Global Bio & Investment Monthly - Published: 2026-09-07T01:00:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊 - Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=90022&kind=21 - anchor: #n2565195 - Companies mentioned: 合富-KY、合富（中國）醫療科技股份有限公司 Facts: - 2026 Shanghai-listed Companies Collective Reception Day ## 合富-KY (4745): Hefu (China) to attend the 2026 Shanghai-listed Companies Collective Reception Day and Interim Results Briefing on 9/16 - Global Bio & Investment Monthly - Published: 2026-09-07T01:00:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊 - Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=90022&range=news - anchor: #n2565189 - Companies mentioned: 合富-KY、合富（中國）醫療科技股份有限公司 Facts: - 2026 Shanghai-listed Companies Collective Reception Day ## Health Calendar | What determines how long you live isn't your weight or BMI—it's your legs - Heho健康 - Published: 2026-09-08T01:05:00+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | Heho健康 - Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/386427 - anchor: #n2565210 - Companies mentioned: Heho健康