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The Bureau of Consular Affairs is running the “Register for Overseas Travel and Enter Monthly Draw” campaign through 2026. Registering for overseas travel through LINE enters participants into a draw for up to 5000 yuan. The campaign aims to support the safety of people traveling abroad and encourage public participation.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs is running a campaign at markets in 13 counties and cities nationwide, offering consumers who bring their own environmentally friendly items 200 yuan worth of Good City vouchers for 100 yen. The campaign aims to promote sustainable consumption and boost local economies.
Drawing on years of experience and connections in Thailand, Buddhist amulet expert Wu Junyi helps bridge communication gaps between people in Taiwan and Thailand. He stresses that his role is limited to serving as an information bridge and does not involve judicial proceedings. His work is significant in promoting cultural exchange.
Many parents misunderstand gift tax rules or disregard scrutiny of fund transfers when passing assets to their children, leaving them liable for large back taxes and fines. The National Taxation Bureau explained the annual tax-exempt allowance of 2.44 million yen and increased monitoring of cash transactions.
Companies mentioned：財政部南區國稅局
Whether a minor who holds NT$5 million in stocks or buys a home owes gift tax depends on the source of the funds. The tax bureau says that if the funds cannot be proven to belong to the child, they will be treated as a gift from the parents.
Original米国の国家安全機関と財務長官が、中国AI企業による『蒸餾』技術を用いた知的財産侵害を強く非難。DeepSeekや阿里巴巴など6社が対象となり、新たなAI技術戦の火ぶたが切って落とされた可能性がある。
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、DeepSeek、月之暗面 (Moonshot AI)、阿里巴巴、MiniMax、階躍星辰 (StepFun)、智普 (Z.ai)
The latest Kaohsiung mayoral election poll shows Ko Chih-en and Lai Jui-lung separated by just 0.3% in support, making the race extremely close. But Lai leads by 9.4 percentage points in the likelihood of winning, and voter turnout intention is as high as 91.3%.
Companies mentioned：東森民調雲股份有限公司
Speaking at a symposium marking the 30th anniversary of direct presidential elections, Tsai Ing-wen said the people must decide who leads and what the future holds. She also called for protecting Taiwan’s democratic resilience and resisting threats from China.
Companies mentioned：台北政經學院基金會、親民黨、國策院
Even 25 years after the 911 attacks, the trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, considered the mastermind, has yet to begin. As justice for their loved ones is delayed, victims’ families remain traumatized and worry about how long they and the accused will live.
At 62, Liu Qiufang moved from running a beverage shop to leading ecology tours. Through a government employment program, she became a project manager within 2 years, offering an example of a successful career change for older workers and a model for social and environmental education.
Companies mentioned：巴克禮紀念公園永續經營協會、臺南市安安社會福利發展協會、保證責任嘉義縣布袋鎮東港社區合作社、雲林金湖休閒農業發展協會
蘋果’s first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, has not yet launched in Taiwan, but 好市多 members are already discussing whether to line up to buy it and the usefulness of the Black Diamond card’s 2% cashback. The discussion shows how closely consumers weigh prices and retail advantages.
Companies mentioned：蘋果、好市多
Former President Trump pledged to give $5000 to adults if reelected, prompting concerns about the proposal’s legality, funding and impact on inflation. Implementing it would require enormous funding and pose numerous political and economic challenges.
Taiwan Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended a democracy forum in Italy, accompanied by Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung. The visit was kept secret in advance amid concerns about Chinese interference, and the importance of free democratic dialogue was emphasized.
The pension reductions resulting from Taiwan’s pension reform will be reimbursed to about 18万人. Li Lai-hsi protested delays in payments to railway bureau employees and called for improved benefits.
Young person Tang Yun, from the 8th-grade generation, successfully moved from the machinery industry to the biomedical sector through the Ministry of Labor’s “Youth Employment Flagship Program.” Tang is an assistant researcher at 亞果生醫 and received a 10% raise within 3 months. The program’s “hire first, train later” model helps young people build careers across fields, with significance for both policy and industry.
Companies mentioned：亞果生醫
The yen’s recent rise may not be a short-term rebound but the beginning of a correction after a prolonged period of undervaluation. European asset manager Edmond de Rothschild says the yen is returning to fundamentals, and pullbacks should be seen as opportunities to position for a rise.
Companies mentioned：Edmond de Rothschild、日本銀行(BOJ)
Arnault, founder of LVMH, has fallen out of the world’s top 10 richest people, as Americans have taken all 10 spots for the first time. The shift comes amid declining demand for luxury goods due to conflict in the Middle East and a U.S. stock rally led by AI.
Companies mentioned：LVMH、Berkshire Hathaway、SpaceX、Tesla、Google、Amazon、Dell Technologies、Walmart
As demand for AI data centers grows, Song Chuan has boosted its performance with high-power components and received “strong buy” ratings from 2 investment advisory firms, which raised their target price to 500 yuan.
Laird Optoelectronics’ August revenue rose 86.19% year on year and 12.44% month on month, reaching its second-highest level on record. Buoyed by growing demand for low-Earth-orbit satellite communications, its share price bucked the trend and climbed above NT$500, highlighting its competitive edge in satellite laser communications.
Companies mentioned：SpaceX
Andrew Tulloch, an AI researcher recruited by Meta with a high compensation package, moved to Anthropic shortly after the release of Muse. The move has raised questions about the limits of high-pay recruitment strategies.
Companies mentioned：Meta、Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、Scale AI、Thinking Machines Lab
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang predicts revenue will grow 70% next year, reflecting confidence in the company’s leading position in AI. He stressed that the company is deeply embedded in the global AI ecosystem and has a comprehensive view of the industry, from chips to data centers, making it an AI infrastructure platform.
Companies mentioned：輝達、亞馬遜、微軟、Google、Anthropic、OpenAI、Cerebras、Etched、Lucent Technologies
August revenue at Tatung Electric fell year on year because of delivery delays by 台電, and its share price also declined. Orders are continuing, however, and the company expects future growth from grid upgrades and overseas expansion.
Companies mentioned：台電
A Texas court found that TikTok violated consumer protection law by advertising “restricted mode” as a way to protect minors from inappropriate content when it did not actually work. The ruling raises the prospect of legal liability and fines.
Companies mentioned：Meta
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said AI-driven code generation will make cybersecurity its next major application, while also creating high-value demand for AI computing power. His remarks bolster the argument that AI investment delivers tangible economic benefits.
Companies mentioned：Hugging Face
The Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation announced the results of its weekday accommodation subsidy lottery, making the program’s impact clear: a survey by 1111人力銀行 found that 60.9% of office workers were planning domestic trips. However, high accommodation costs remain a challenge.
Companies mentioned：福容大飯店、1111人力銀行
嘉里大榮’s August revenue reached a record NT$1.565 billion. Its acquisition of 嘉里國際物流 strengthened its international services, with a focus on high-tech and pharmaceutical logistics and integrated solutions.
Companies mentioned：嘉里國際物流
映智科技 secured an exclusive order from an African government for a national identity registration system and will supply fingerprint-recognition equipment, with shipments starting in Q4. The deal marks an important milestone in its entry into the international government market.
通寶半導體 developed a PQC security chip for quantum computing and obtained the highest-level certification from the U.S. NIST. The company is accelerating its expansion into the robotics and drone markets, and August sales rose 579% year over year.
Companies mentioned：NIST、SinChip
Original美時因併購Alvogen及B2B業務成長，8月營收年增逾8成達21.07億元。美國市場貢獻近六成，亞洲穩健，但股價持續走弱，法人連11日賣超。
Companies mentioned：Alvogen
Qualcomm unveiled a new NPU for AI, the Hexagon NPU. It enables large models to run on devices and is set to transform the AI experience on smartphones.
Original桃園區與中壢區近一年住宅交易量居七都之冠，分別達2221件與2082件，反映自住買盤支撐穩健，房市基本面未弱。永慶房屋分析指出，低房價與交通改善是主因。
Companies mentioned：永慶房屋
Apple launched the new iPhone 18 Pro and its first foldable phone, Duo. Its pricing strategy is seen as walking a tightrope between sales and profits, with analysts watching how it balances costs against what consumers can afford.
Companies mentioned：Jefferies、摩根大通、Bernstein
鴻海 Chairman Liu Yangwei attended Apple’s new CEO John Ternus’s first presentation. It was confirmed that 鴻海 will be the exclusive manufacturer of Apple’s foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, highlighting the companies’ strategic partnership.
Companies mentioned：Apple、鴻海
Former U.S. President Trump promised at the Republican National Convention to pay $5,000 to adults if Republicans win the midterm elections. He called Iran a “bully” and said ending the war would lower oil prices, stepping up political mobilization.
Micron announced that Taiwan employees will receive bonuses equivalent to 35 to 68 months of pay, with a minimum of NT$1.7 million, as AI memory demand drives a surge in profits. The union remains dissatisfied and is considering a strike.
Companies mentioned：三星電子、SK海力士
Altera, which is owned by Intel, is preparing for a U.S. IPO with Silver Lake Capital. The offering is expected to raise more than $2 billion, marking Altera’s return to public markets after 10 years. The move is drawing attention amid growing demand for AI and semiconductors.
Companies mentioned：Intel、Silver Lake Capital、Barclays、Citigroup、JPMorgan Chase、Morgan Stanley、MGX、Arm Holdings
台普威能源 obtained Japan’s JC-STAR cybersecurity certification, strengthening its competitiveness in Japan’s and the global energy storage markets. It expects to begin construction on 781 MWh of projects in 2026–2027, marking a key step in its international expansion strategy.
Companies mentioned：雲豹能源
Chinese scalpers are reselling Apple’s unreleased foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, for more than 5,000 yuan. Demand is rising, and preorder services have also emerged. The official launch is set for Oct. 23.
Companies mentioned：Apple、京東、淘宝、閒魚、第一財經
TD Securities analysts said gold is under short-term pressure from the Fed’s hawkish stance and rate-hike expectations. A break below $4,367 and $4,300 could accelerate selling, but central bank purchases and inflation expectations offer long-term support, with a target price of $5,350.
The U.S. Defense Department’s technology chief criticized claims that AI could cause human extinction and warned against excessive fear. The breakdown of a contract with Anthropic and related legal disputes were also revealed, highlighting tensions over military uses of AI.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、OpenAI、Uber Technologies、Palantir、Pentagon
Huawei’s new Pura X View sold more than 180,000 units shortly after launch, leaving popular colors and high-capacity models in short supply. Consumers must make reservations and pay a deposit.
竟天 and 博諾康源 signed an MOU to develop China’s topical drug formulation market. Combining 竟天’s technical capabilities with 博諾康源’s local network, the companies aim to accelerate progress from clinical development to commercialization. Their strong performance also points to promising prospects.
Companies mentioned：博諾康源(北京)
30% of Taiwanese companies have adopted mature AI and generative AI. Dell Technologies emphasized the importance of integrated modernization and AI PCs. Companies are facing pressure to transform while also taking a more cautious approach to technology investment.
Companies mentioned：IDC
For a home worth 20 million yen used in a reverse mortgage, monthly payments vary according to the bank’s appraisal, loan-to-value ratio, loan term and interest rate, and the actual amount received may be lower than expected. This article compares reverse mortgage plans from 4 banks and explains estimates for a 20 million yen home.
Companies mentioned：合作金庫、土地銀行、第一銀行、華南銀行、陽信銀行、彰化銀行、安泰銀行、臺灣銀行
OpenAI unveiled a “ChatGPT financial services edition,” aiming to improve efficiency in investment banking and research and expand its share of the corporate market.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic PBC、Daloopa、PitchBook、LSEG News、マイクロソフト
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Companies mentioned：全真健身、BEING sport、BEING fit
Taipei housing transactions rose 2.8% year over year in August. Shilin and Beitou stood out, with demand drivers and potential supply. Transactions fell most sharply in Da’an District, while Nangang and Wenshan faced tests of buyer demand.
モルガン・スタンレー issued its first “Overweight” rating on SK hynix ADRs, setting a target price of $245, implying 32% upside. The rating reflects expectations of elevated memory prices over the long term due to AI demand, SK hynix’s HBM technology advantage and stronger shareholder returns.
Companies mentioned：モルガン・スタンレー、マイクロン・テクノロジー、NVIDIA、サムスン電子、台湾半導体製造（TSMC）
蘋果 unveiled its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, on September 10, with a starting price of 15,999 yuan, setting a record as the most expensive iPhone. 影視颶風 founder Pan Tianhong said all employees would receive the new device, showcasing the company’s culture and sparking widespread discussion.
Companies mentioned：蘋果、影視颶風、紅星資本局、財經網
Original米光科技宣布發放史上最高獎酬，台灣員工每人獲100萬元感謝獎金，初階工程師總薪酬達340萬元。此舉旨在強化人才留任，凸顯台灣在半導體產業的戰略地位。
HSBC said the commodities market has entered a super-bull market, citing supply constraints from conflict in the Middle East and El Niño, as well as rising demand from AI and decarbonization. It raised its forecast for price increases through 2026.
Apple discontinued older Pro models alongside the launch of its new iPhone. Stock remains at Apple’s stores in China but is expected to sell out within days. Prices for some older models have been raised.
Companies mentioned：Apple、看看新聞Knews
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