Europe’s aging population: AI offers a solution, with Czechia a potential testing ground for Taiwanese medical companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s medical AI expertise complements Czechia’s location and needs, positioning the country as a testing ground for Taiwanese medical technology entering the EU. The partnership will deepen exchanges on AI medical applications and technology between Taiwan and Czechia.
The Lyon Illustration Festival is holding a residency program for the first time, inviting 3 Taiwanese artists—Croter, Acia Yang and Zhang Zijun—to France for an exchange and collaborative work. Their creations will go on display in late September.
漢測 wins share auction at an average price of NT$4,272.7; trading to begin on 9/22
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Semiconductor wafer testing company 漢測 has completed its initial public offering share auction at an average price of NT$4,272.7. It is scheduled to list on 9月22日, with strong operations benefiting from growth in testing engineering services.
Facts
漢測’s initial public offering share auction had a weighted average winning bid of NT$4,272.7
漢測 is scheduled to begin trading on 9月22日
漢測’s public offering subscription price is NT$2,250 per share
漢測 reported consolidated revenue of NT$3.17 billion for the first 8 months, up 125.94% year over year
漢測’s first-half profit attributable to owners of the parent was NT$584 million, up 389.36% year over year
Student groups hold youth forum; 4 groups of mayoral candidates from Kaohsiung and Hsinchu pledge to attend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Student organizations nationwide are planning the “2026 Mayoral Candidates Youth Forum.” A total of 4 mayoral candidates from Kaohsiung and Hsinchu have pledged to attend.
Facts
4 groups of mayoral candidates from Kaohsiung and Hsinchu
2026 Mayoral Candidates Youth Forum
The forum is scheduled to be held in stages from September to October
Zelenskyy: Plans to visit New York in late September to meet Trump
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced plans to travel to New York before the end of September to meet U.S. President Trump. The move aims to allow more candid exchanges on issues of concern to both sides.
Facts
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy plans to meet U.S. President Trump in New York in late September.
Zelenskyy announced the news at a press conference on Sept. 10, Canadian time.
Tea shop “BAKERU japanese tea stand” to open in Kojima, Kurashiki, on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Connecting travelers and the local community at a stand that offers a fresh perspective on Japanese tea.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
A 10-minute walk from JR Kojima Station
Companies mentioned：NEKKO株式会社、BAKERU japanese tea stand
Event report: Why organizations fail to act even after systems and DX are in place. Imagina holds an internal branding seminar in Fukushima that returns to the power of people
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Supported organizational transformation at more than 3,000 companies
Uravation expands its “Codex Practical Guide” for non-engineers. Adds 5 introductory articles on usage, VS Code, MCP and more, bringing the total number of Codex articles to 47
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
2,375 search terms include “codex”
Approximately 94,000 impressions
Approximately 3,400 clicks
List price: 300,000 yen per month (tax excluded)
Introductory price for the first 3 companies: 250,000 yen per month (tax excluded)
“9lione (Clione),” a DX platform for improving pharmaceutical distribution, raises 120 million yen in Series A, bringing total funding to 440 million yen. Extension round to be held on FUNDINNO
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Raised a total of 120 million yen in a Series A round
Total funding reached 440 million yen
Original1株あたりの価格：101円
Investment unit: 99,990 yen (990 shares)
Target fundraising amount: 4,999,500 yen
Maximum subscription amount: 99,990,000 yen
The market is said to be worth more than ¥600 billion
Back again this year! Let all Puzzle & Dragons players, from beginners to pro players, join the excitement! The “Puzzle & Dragons Premier Series 2026” will host a tournament with cash prizes open to everyone, starting Sunday, September 13!
Exploring new applications for proprietary technologies across disciplines: a technology exhibition and consultation event offering a fresh perspective for manufacturers. “Monozukuri Partner Forum TECH LIVE Tokyo 2026,” December 10 and 11 in Gotanda, Tokyo
Elaiza Ikeda’s first performance with a full orchestra! “ELAIZA Symphonic Portrait 2026 ～euphoria～” to receive its exclusive television premiere on TBSチャンネル1 at 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 31!
Bank of Japan rate hikes to accelerate to once a quarter? Market fears unwinding of carry trades could amplify volatility in stocks and bonds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its policy rate to 1.25% on September 18, against a backdrop of inflationary pressure and international developments. The effects on carry trades and market volatility are raising concerns.
Companies mentioned：彭博、Totan Research Institute、岡三證券、法國巴黎銀行
〈U.S. Stocks Early Trading〉A Fed rate hike can’t scare investors? Falling oil prices help the Dow surge more than 600 points as the S&P fights to end a 4-day losing streak
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. stocks rose sharply on falling oil prices, despite August core CPI coming in above expectations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, which tracks 30 stocks, rose more than 600 points at one point, while the S&P 500 rebounded after 4 consecutive sessions of losses.
Companies mentioned：GameStop、Oracle、Adobe、International Energy Agency、Federal Reserve
CPI doesn’t settle the question! Fed rate hike next week still uncertain as Wall Street remains divided
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike increased after U.S. core CPI for August came in above expectations, but market views are divided. The figure is an important indicator that will influence the course of monetary policy.
Companies mentioned：Regan Capital、Potomac Fund Management、Annex Wealth Management、Goldman Sachs Asset Management、IG、Orion、Bokeh Capital Partners、Themis Trading、Dakota Wealth
Bond sell-off spreads as Wall Street warns: If 10-year yields hit 5%, U.S. stocks face risk of a 10% correction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
As U.S. Treasury yields rise toward 5%, 30% of market participants are warning of a 10% correction risk for U.S. stocks. The Middle East situation and inflation are contributing factors.
Smaller cloud providers could be pushed out! Broadcom’s new VMware policy draws close EU antitrust scrutiny
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
After acquiring VMware, Broadcom overhauled its licensing system, prompting an EU antitrust investigation. Smaller cloud providers could lose their sales eligibility, threatening market competition.
Geopolitical conflicts intensify; IEA: Global oil supply shortfall to widen in 2026
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
IEA warned that geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could push the global oil supply shortfall to 5.7 million barrels per day in 2026. Supply is declining and inventories are being depleted, deepening the market squeeze.
U.S. August CPI rises 3.4% year over year, in line with expectations; U.S. stock index futures dip in the short term
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. CPI rose 3.4% year over year in August, in line with market expectations. Progress in cooling inflation has been limited, and financial markets are reacting as the possibility of a Federal Reserve rate hike grows.
Market puts rate-hike odds at nearly 70%, but most economists believe the Fed will hold steady
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Markets are signaling a 70% probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike, while most economists forecast rates will remain unchanged. Cooling inflation and the midterm elections are factors in the decision.
The next SK海力士? Kioxia’s U.S. listing could open the door to global capital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Kioxia, a major Japanese memory semiconductor maker, is preparing to list in the United States, raising hopes for improved liquidity and renewed interest from international investors. The fund accountant for Voya Investments’ AI fund pointed to the success of SK海力士 as a model and said investment opportunities are expanding in companies in the AI supply chain.
Wave of withdrawals from U.S. stocks emerges; BofA warns ‘market apathy’ could trigger a volatility storm
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. bank strategists are warning of capital outflows from U.S. stocks and excessive optimism among policymakers. Questions are also emerging about the productivity gains from AI investment, increasing the risk of market volatility.
Satellite-related sales accounted for 10% of 攸泰科技’s revenue in the first 8 months, supported by growth at its U.S. subsidiary and in Asian markets. Its future growth strategy is focused on satellite communications and unmanned systems.
Startup index jumps to No. 2 globally! Startup Innovation Board has guided 600 companies, with 35 going public; Jian Lizhong unveils startup development blueprint
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Taipei Exchange held the 2026 Startup Innovation Board Elite Selection, recognizing startups in AI, healthcare and semiconductors. Taiwan’s startup ecosystem index rose to No. 2 globally, and the board has guided 600 companies, with 35 successfully listed, reflecting the maturity of Taiwan’s startup ecosystem.
Taiwan Glass August revenue rises year over year and month over month; analysts expect fiberglass fabric to exceed 50% of revenue by year-end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan Glass posted revenue of NT$4.592 billion in August, up 32.59% year over year, benefiting from increased shipments of high-end fiberglass fabric. Analysts expect fiberglass fabric to account for more than 50% of revenue by the end of 2026, highlighting the success of its shift toward electronic materials.
Taiwanese resistor maker 天二科技 reported August EPS of NT$0.31. Business has been strong amid growing AI demand, and its stock has risen more than 20% since September.
Is the U.S. Treasury yield about to break through the 5% ‘devil’s threshold’? Oil surge sparks global bond-market turmoil
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
With U.S. 10-year Treasury yields nearing 5%, a sharp rise in oil prices and inflation concerns are roiling global bond markets. Investors are pricing in Federal Reserve rate hikes, and interest rates are rising in countries around the world.
Companies mentioned：Deutsche Bank、Bank of Singapore、TD Securities
AI boom and strong services sector help drive U.K. economy to its biggest expansion in 18 months in July
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.K. economy posted annualized growth of 1.6% in July 2026, its highest in 18 months. Growth was driven mainly by the expansion of AI-related services, giving the country the highest growth rate in the G7.
Wen Shenghao takes the helm in the kitchen! Taipei Hakka Food Festival brings together 40 restaurants and an 80-stall market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taipei City Government’s Hakka Affairs Commission is holding the 2026 Taipei Hakka Food Festival, with actor Wen Shenghao as its ambassador. The festival brings together 40 restaurants and an 80-stall market, promoting the integration of Hakka food culture into urban life and revitalizing communities.
6 signs the ‘resist China, protect Taiwan’ message is losing its impact! Academia Sinica scholar makes bold prediction: Taiwan’s voter makeup could undergo a dramatic reshuffle as early as 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Academia Sinica scholar Wu Chung-li said the political narrative of ‘resist China, protect Taiwan’ is gradually losing its effectiveness, and Taiwan’s voter makeup could undergo a dramatic reshuffle in 2028. Geopolitics and international developments are key variables.
The $100 phone could become a thing of the past! AI drives memory costs sharply higher as Xiaomi and other major brands shift to the premium market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Soaring memory prices driven by AI demand are putting smartphones priced below $100 at risk of disappearing. Xiaomi is shifting its strategy toward premium models, and the industry as a whole is raising average selling prices.
What is holding up the dismantling of Taichung Power Plant’s coal units? Ministry review passes, but permit still awaits Executive Yuan approval
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen is pushing a policy to replace one coal-fired unit at Taichung Power Plant with gas, but the operating permit for the gas-fired unit has not been issued because the Executive Yuan has yet to formally approve the coal-unit dismantling. The Ministry of Economic Affairs has completed its review, but final authority rests with the Executive Yuan.
Taiwan stocks have fallen for 2 days—can investors still get in? Expert reveals a ‘free long-short indicator built into apps’: a must-know for technical analysis
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan stocks fell for 2 days, but veteran analyst Chou Dai-yun said prices remain above the middle Bollinger Band, describing the move as a normal pullback ahead of a ‘Mid-Autumn Festival market shift.’ He recommended building positions in stages near the lows. The view offers investors an important reference for assessing the market outlook.
Journey cut from 30 hours to 5! Vietnam’s high-speed rail to ‘begin construction in 2027,’ creating a Hanoi–Ho Chi Minh City daily commuter zone
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Vietnamese government announced a north-south high-speed rail project scheduled to begin construction in December 2027. The line will run for 1541km at 350km/h, linking Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in 5 hours. The total investment is $67 billion, and the project aims to begin service in 2035.
Taiwan’s stock market plunged 755 points today to close at 46184, weighed down by the U.S.-Iran conflict, high oil prices and concerns about U.S. inflation. Expert Yeh Yu-shuo said CPI is a short-term hurdle, but oil prices are the real long-term driver.
U.S. CPI released; Taiwan index futures fall then rise overnight! Core inflation up 0.3% month over month, above expectations—will the Fed raise rates next week?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. CPI for August was released, with the headline figure rising 3.4% as expected, while core CPI rose 0.3% month over month, above expectations. This heightened concerns that the Federal Reserve would continue raising rates and briefly unsettled markets.
Tamsui pharmacist drugging case widens! Rape drug detected in female student’s water bottle
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Several drug-facilitated sexual assault cases have occurred in Taiwan’s Tamsui area. A ‘rape drug’ was detected in a female university student’s water bottle, prompting public concern over safety.
MediaTek August revenue hits record NT$64.1 billion! Flagship Dimensity launch ahead but shares fall—is the market really unimpressed, or waiting for an opportunity?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
MediaTek posted record August revenue of NT$64.183 billion, up 44.08% year over year, on expectations for new flagship Dimensity products and mass production of AI accelerators. Its shares nevertheless fell nearly 4% as the market stayed on the sidelines.
In response to Tokyo’s move, China raises visa fees for Japanese travelers to 7.4 times the previous level
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China raised visa fees for Japanese citizens traveling to China by as much as 7.4 times, describing the move as retaliation for Japan’s visa fee increase for Chinese visitors. Tensions between Japan and China are spilling over into diplomatic and economic affairs.
KGI Financial earns NT$5.7 billion in August and nearly NT$36.3 billion in the first 8 months, surpassing every full-year total on record; cumulative EPS stands at NT$2.11
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
KGI Financial reported an after-tax profit of 5.761 billion yuan in August, up 47.8% year over year. Its cumulative profit for the first 8 months reached 36.29 billion yuan, surpassing its full-year record set in 2021. The main drivers were capital gains at 凱基證券 and 凱基人壽, while 凱基銀行 posted a loss after setting aside bad-debt provisions for green energy loans.
Share mooncakes and take turns grilling this Mid-Autumn Festival! Health agency urges the public to watch calories and avoid smoke
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Health Promotion Administration issued a health advisory highlighting the high calorie content of mooncakes and the risks from PM2.5 and carcinogens produced by grilling. It urged the public to share food, take turns grilling, and eat more vegetables and less meat to celebrate the holiday in a healthy way.
Tesla unveils Cybercab in Japan for the first time; launch date for driverless taxis remains undecided
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. electric vehicle giant Tesla unveiled its fully driverless taxi, “Cybercab,” in Japan for the first time. It has no driver’s seat or steering wheel and uses AI to drive autonomously. It is currently touring the country.
2026 U.S. midterm elections: Trump insists on campaigning aggressively, leaving Republican candidates in a bind
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former U.S. President Trump is seeking to actively support Republican candidates in the 2026 midterm elections, but his low approval ratings have left candidates in battleground districts uncertain, and the party is divided over how to respond. This is having a significant impact on Republican election strategy.
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