# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-11 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 77 items from 5 sources; Japan, 21 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Europe’s aging population: AI offers a solution, with Czechia a potential testing ground for Taiwanese medical companies

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:43:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110333.aspx
- anchor: #n2665884

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.

## Inflationary pressure mounts; Japanese media: 日銀 mulls raising rates to 1.25%, a 31-year high

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:34:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110332.aspx
- anchor: #n2665881
- Companies mentioned: 日本銀行、日本經濟新聞、日銀、美國財政部、美國

Facts:
- Raise to 1.25%
- From the current 1.0%
- The highest level in 31 years, since 1995
- Corporate goods prices surged 7.6% in August from a year earlier
- West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude surges above $100 a barrel

## iPhone 18 Pro sparks a frenzy; telecom reservations fill up in 2 minutes

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:32:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110331.aspx
- anchor: #n2665882
- Companies mentioned: iPhone 18 Pro、iPhone Duo、蘋果、中華電、遠傳、台灣大哥大、Apple Watch、AirPods

Facts:
- Reservations filled up within 2 minutes
- 遠傳 iPhone 18 Pro series reservations rose more than 1 times from a year earlier
- 台灣大哥大 saw reservations for high-end phones rise nearly 2 times
- iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are the models most Apple fans want to buy, accounting for as much as 7成
- 512GB is the most popular capacity, accounting for 4成5
- Among Apple fans looking to buy the iPhone 18 Pro series, glacier blue is the favorite color, accounting for 4成6
- Burgundy red comes next, accounting for 2成6
- Among Apple fans looking to buy the iPhone Duo, 6成 prefer starlight white
- Midnight accounts for 4成
- Take home an iPhone 18 Pro 256GB starting at just 0元
- iPhone 18 Pro Max is the most popular, accounting for 5成 of all reservations for new iPhones
- In terms of capacity, 256GB is the most popular, accounting for 7成
- Burgundy red is the most popular color, accounting for nearly 4成

## 1個月解放畫法 3插畫家赴法國「台灣焦點」駐村創作

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:18:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202609110330.aspx
- anchor: #n2665790
- Companies mentioned: Kiblind、文化部駐法國台灣文化中心

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.

## 911恐攻25週年 罹難者家屬痛批沙烏地阿拉伯

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:17:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110329.aspx
- anchor: #n2665791
- Companies mentioned: 沙烏地阿拉伯、蓋達組織、9/11受害者家屬聯盟、美國

Facts:
- 25 years have passed

## Canaan’s 6 strong innings end the Hawks’ 7-game losing streak; Wicks’ grand slam helps the Monkeys rally past the Elephants

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:13:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609110328.aspx
- anchor: #n2665787
- Companies mentioned: 台鋼雄鷹隊、富邦悍將隊、樂天桃猿隊、中信兄弟隊

Facts:
- 台鋼雄鷹隊 beat 富邦悍將隊 4-1
- End a 7-game losing streak
- 樂天桃猿隊... rally to beat 中信兄弟隊 5-3
- Canaan delivers 6 strong innings, allowing 1 run
- He finishes 6 innings on 92 pitches
- Gave up 5 hits
- Chen Shijia, Sota Nagata and Wang Boxuan hit 3 consecutive singles
- Song Po-han’s sacrifice fly adds 1 run in the bottom of the 6th
- The Monkeys trail 0-3 after 7 innings
- Lin Cheng-hua draws a walk to bring in 1 run

## 3 major U.S. stock indexes rise more than 1% at the open as investors assess latest U.S. inflation data

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:12:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110327.aspx
- anchor: #n2665788
- Companies mentioned: 華爾街、美國勞工部、勞工統計局、道瓊指數、標準普爾500指數、那斯達克指數

Facts:
- The consumer price index (CPI) rose 3.4% in August from a year earlier
- U.S. CPI rose 0.4% in August
- The benchmark U.S. 道瓊指數 briefly rose 634.98 points at the open
- The benchmark U.S. 道瓊指數 briefly rose 634.98 points, or 1.22%, at the open
- The benchmark U.S. 道瓊指數 briefly rose 634.98 points, or 1.22%, to 52699.08 at the open
- The 標準普爾500指數 briefly rose 81.74 points at the open
- The 標準普爾500指數 briefly rose 81.74 points, or 1.08%, at the open
- The 標準普爾500指數 briefly rose 81.74 points, or 1.08%, to 7673.44 at the open
- The tech-heavy 那斯達克指數 briefly rose 294.80 points
- The tech-heavy 那斯達克指數 briefly rose 294.80 points, or 1.13%
- The tech-heavy Nasdaq

## Taiwan Lottery’s Daily Cash 539, draw No. 115221: 2 tickets win the top prize

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:09:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110326.aspx
- anchor: #n2665789
- Companies mentioned: 台彩公司

Facts:
- NT$8 million prize per ticket
- 2 jackpot tickets win
- 239 tickets win second prize
- NT$20,000 prize per ticket
- 30 first-prize tickets win
- NT$5,000 prize per ticket
- 27 tickets win first prize
- NT$50,000 prize per ticket

## 大樂透第115087期 頭獎槓龜

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:05:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110325.aspx
- anchor: #n2665786
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Facts:
- Prize money totals NT$1,612,406

## 菲律賓海岸防衛隊: 30 bodies recovered from ferry fire

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:59:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110324.aspx
- anchor: #n2665785
- Companies mentioned: 菲律賓海岸防衛隊、法新社、六月紫菀號、MV June Aster

Facts:
- 30 bodies
- 5:16 p.m.

## 伊朗 president: 美國 pressure on 伊朗 has reached a critical and dangerous stage

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:57:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110323.aspx
- anchor: #n2665724
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗、美國、以色列、印度、金磚國家

Facts:
- The 金磚國家 group held its first summit in 2009

## 漢測 wins share auction at an average price of NT$4,272.7; trading to begin on 9/22

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:51:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110322.aspx
- anchor: #n2665663
- Companies mentioned: 漢民測試系統

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

## “Swimming with pigs” goes viral online, turning Greek island into a new tourist spot

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:35:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110321.aspx
- anchor: #n2665661
- Companies mentioned: 法新社、Instagram、TikTok

Facts:
- 22-year-old Italian tattoo artist Ferrari
- 33-year-old accountant Gladys

## Oil above $100 raises stagflation fears, intensifying global bond sell-off

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:29:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110320.aspx
- anchor: #n2665662
- Companies mentioned: 倫敦證券交易所集團、德意志銀行、歐洲中央銀行、匯豐、非石油輸出國組織

Facts:
- International oil prices climb above $100 a barrel
- Germany’s 10-year bond yield tops 3.5% for the first time since April 2011
- The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield topped 4.9% yesterday for the first time in 3 years
- International benchmark Brent crude futures reach $105.4 a barrel
- Brent crude prices could rise to around $120 a barrel
- 歐洲中央銀行 decided yesterday to raise its benchmark rate by 1 notch to 2.5%

## 台捷智慧醫療媒合會 opens, focusing on AI-assisted diagnosis and long-term care technology

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:23:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110319.aspx
- anchor: #n2665658
- Companies mentioned: 台捷智慧醫療媒合會、捷克台灣商會、財團法人商業發展研究院、新東向全球產學研聯盟協進會、暄達醫學（Carilex Medical Group）、瑞迪可（RadiRad）、馬偕醫院國際醫療中心、捷克投資局（CzechInvest）

Facts:
- About 6萬 students major in life sciences at universities
- Czech pharmaceutical companies currently employ about 4萬 people

## Modi expected to meet Xi at BRICS summit; trust and cooperation between India and China key

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:22:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110318.aspx
- anchor: #n2665659
- Companies mentioned: 金磚國家（BRICS）、印度會議中心（Bharat Mandapam）、上海合作組織（Shanghai Cooperation Organisation）、四方安全對話（Quad）

Facts:
- Along the roughly 3500-kilometer border
- India reportedly lost 20 soldiers at the time
- China lost 4 soldiers
- Bilateral trade reached $151 billion in fiscal year 2025-26
- India imported $131 billion worth of goods from China
- Exports totaled just $19 billion
- The trade deficit reached $121 billion

## Taiwan and Japan vie for U18 Asian Championship final spot; coach urges calm and confidence

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:15:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609110317.aspx
- anchor: #n2665656
- Companies mentioned: U18アジア青棒錦標賽、台湾、フィリピン、日本、台北大巨蛋、織田翔希、劉任右

Facts:
- 日本隊派出最快球速可達157公里的王牌右投手織田翔希先發
- Taiwan sends ace left-hander 劉任右, whose fastball tops out at 154 kph, to start.

## 香港社運人士遭判刑 歐盟譴責稱審判具政治動機

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:11:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110316.aspx
- anchor: #n2665657
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟、香港支聯會

Facts:
- 鄒幸彤 received the heaviest sentence: 7 years and 3 months.
- 李卓人7年
- 何俊仁: 5 years and 2 months

## U.S. CPI rose 3.4% year over year in August, unchanged from July

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:07:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110315.aspx
- anchor: #n2665651
- Companies mentioned: US Bureau of Labor Statistics

Facts:
- U.S. CPI rose 0.4% in August

## Study: Czechia says Chinese cyberattacks have become routine, with threats extending beyond economic influence

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:02:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110314.aspx
- anchor: #n2665648
- Companies mentioned: 捷克國家安全情報局、國際事務協會、捷克國家網路與資訊安全局、TikTok

Facts:
- The latest wave of attacks continued from 2022 through July 2024
- According to a recently released 2025 annual report by the 捷克國家安全情報局
- Since 2025年5, after Czechia publicly blamed Beijing for the cyberattack on its Foreign Ministry
- Ahead of the House of Representatives election in October last year

## Gero International Arts Festival opens; Taiwan's 涂維政 recreates a Hida legend with “Dragon Slayer”

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:01:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202609110313.aspx
- anchor: #n2665649
- Companies mentioned: 下呂 Art Discovery 2026、台灣文化中心、北川富朗、涂維政、村上力、弓指寬治

Facts:
- Bringing together artists from 14 countries and regions
- 59 groups of artists
- The number of foreign visitors to Gifu Prefecture surpassed 2 million last year
- An estimated 7.2 million visitors will travel to Japan by the end of this year
- About 14 meters long
- More than 9 meters wide
- The exhibition runs from Sept. 11 to Nov. 8

## Taiwan stocks fell 366.28 points for the week; total market capitalization of listed companies stood at NT$151.02 trillion

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:01:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609110312.aspx
- anchor: #n2665650
- Companies mentioned: 台灣證券交易所

Facts:
- Taiwan stocks closed at 46,184.85 points today
- A decline of about 0.79%
- 上市公司最新總市值新台幣151兆210.49億元
- 較上週減少1兆1772.41億元
- A decline of about 0.77%
- The oil, electricity and gas index rose 6.24%
- The computers and peripherals index fell 6.57%
- The non-financial index excluding other categories fell 393.55 points
- A decline of about 0.95%
- The index excluding electronics fell 11.39 points
- A decline of about 0.04%
- The index excluding financial and electronic stocks fell 135.92 points

## U18 Asian Championship: 吳杰叡 pitches well despite bleeding fingernail, hopes to take the mound again in the title game

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:59:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609110311.aspx
- anchor: #n2665587
- Companies mentioned: U18アジア青棒錦標賽、台灣隊、菲律賓、大巨蛋

Facts:
- An impressive 2.2 innings, 6 strikeouts and no runs allowed
- Recorded 6 strikeouts
- Top speed can reach 152 kilometers per hour
- Used a total of 55 pitches
- Fastball topped out at about 149 kph
- 台灣隊 won 10-0

## UK economy unexpectedly grows in July, with AI industry driving expansion

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:53:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110310.aspx
- anchor: #n2665524
- Companies mentioned: 英國國家統計局、法新社

Facts:
- UK gross domestic product (GDP) grew 0.4% in July
- It grew 0.3% in June

## Taiwan hospitality sector hires foreign technical workers; first 35 Indonesians set to depart on the 13th

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:52:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110309.aspx
- anchor: #n2665525
- Companies mentioned: 台北晶华酒店

Facts:
- 35 Indonesian workers
- Since 2024

## Taiwan Lotto draw No. 115087

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:52:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110308.aspx
- anchor: #n2665526
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

The Taiwan Lotto draw No. 115087 was held on the evening of Sept. 11, with the winning numbers announced. This information was reported by CNA.

Facts:
- The winning numbers for Taiwan Lotto draw No. 115087 were 12, 15, 27, 19, 43 and 48; the special number was 25

## 今彩539 draw No. 115221

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:43:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110307.aspx
- anchor: #n2665523
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

Facts:
- Winning number 27
- 3-Star winning number 074
- 4-Star winning number 8107

## U18 Asian Championship: Taiwan blanks 菲律賓 with 9 strikeouts to win, faces Japan on the 12th for a spot in the title game

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:37:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609110306.aspx
- anchor: #n2665521
- Companies mentioned: 台湾隊、菲律賓、日本、韓國

Facts:
- Recorded 9 strikeouts against the opponent
- Won 10-0
- Won in 5 innings
- Fastball topped out at about 149 kph

## Kremlin: If 立陶宛 deploys nuclear weapons, Russian warheads will be aimed at it

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:36:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110305.aspx
- anchor: #n2665522
- Companies mentioned: 北大西洋公约组织、克里姆林宫、立陶宛

Facts:
- Requires a 2/3 majority to pass

## New scandal rocks Thai Buddhism: senior monk embezzles 100 million baht in donations and has affair with female follower

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:32:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110304.aspx
- anchor: #n2665518
- Companies mentioned: 曼谷郵報、泰叻報、泰國國立發展管理學院

Facts:
- Embezzled about 100 million baht in donations
- Assets worth about 215 million baht seized
- The gold amulet is estimated to be worth about 3 million baht

## Taiwanese grandmother collapses at German airport, leaving 2-year-old child; German youth welfare office and Taiwan representative office arrange care

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:21:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609110303.aspx
- anchor: #n2665424
- Companies mentioned: 華航

Facts:
- Granddaughter, about 2 years old
- At about 3 p.m. on the 9th

## 蕭副總統訪義大利 歐盟不評論重申願與台交流

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:20:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609110302.aspx
- anchor: #n2665425
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟、歐洲議會、IPAC

Facts:
- This was Vice President Hsiao's 2nd visit to Europe in nearly a year.

## Hualien County mayoral candidate 魏嘉賢 alleges online attacks by trolls, files complaint to investigate those behind them

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:19:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609110301.aspx
- anchor: #n2665426
- Companies mentioned: 魏嘉賢競選辦公室、公關公司

Facts:
- 8 accounts

## 林智勝 embraces 陳鏞基 to congratulate him on retirement; 味全龍 presents golf practice set

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609110300.aspx
- anchor: #n2665427
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、味全龍隊

## Councilor accuses 李四川 of bullying petitioners 14 years ago; campaign office says not to smear him

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:12:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609110299.aspx
- anchor: #n2665421
- Companies mentioned: 新北市府、林口區公所、新北地院、台灣省住宅及都市發展局

Facts:
- Privately owned land at No. 878, Jialin Section, Linkou Old Street
- Issued more than 60 citations
- 101年新北市府
- Ultimately won the case in 110

## 日月光投控 Singapore subsidiary spends NT$1.26 billion on equipment

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:12:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609113006.aspx
- anchor: #n2665420
- Companies mentioned: 日月光投控、ASE Singapore Pte. Ltd.、Hon. Precision, Inc.

Facts:
- Spent NT$1.26 billion
- Investment balance in ASE Singapore Pte. Ltd. stands at NT$7.77 billion
- Preliminary consolidated revenue for August was NT$822.47億元
- Up 11.47% month on month
- Up 45.66% year on year
- Revenue for the first 8 months was NT$5207.56億元
- Up 27.98% year on year

## Student groups hold youth forum; 4 groups of mayoral candidates from Kaohsiung and Hsinchu pledge to attend

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:08:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609110298.aspx
- anchor: #n2665422
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、民主進步黨、青年思潮、台灣學生聯合會、青年民主協會、一滴優教育協會、台北大學、輔仁大學、清華大學、陽明交通大學、中山大學

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

## Trump administration reportedly to lend US$100 million to help U.S.-owned telecom company compete with 華為 in Africa

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:05:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110297.aspx
- anchor: #n2665415
- Companies mentioned: Africell、華為、美國進出口銀行、Counterpoint Research

Facts:
- The Trump administration will lend nearly US$100 million to Africell, the only U.S.-owned telecommunications company in Africa
- 華為 holds about 52% of Africa's 5G infrastructure market

## Oil tank fire at Zhihang Base; Army Logistics Command says it will cooperate with investigation to determine the cause

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:02:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609110296.aspx
- anchor: #n2665413
- Companies mentioned: 台東縣消防局、台東馬偕醫院

Facts:
- At around 3 p.m.
- 3:30 p.m.
- One worker was injured

## Penghu countywide games open; Korean cheerleaders lead the athletes' entrance, drawing attention

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:51:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609110295.aspx
- anchor: #n2665289
- Companies mentioned: 澎湖縣政府、中央社

Facts:
- Penghu County's 70th countywide sports games
- A total of 3,000 athletes from across the county are competing

## Zelenskyy: Plans to visit New York in late September to meet Trump

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:48:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609110294.aspx
- anchor: #n2665290

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.

## A major squeeze on household budgets! Major survey on price hikes! [1,000-person survey]

- Published: 2026-09-11T23:14:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002258.000080271.html
- anchor: #n2665883
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビット、マクドナルド

Facts:
- In a survey asking whether respondents had felt the impact of price hikes, the most common answer was “Yes,” at 97.9%.
- In a survey asking whether respondents had ever tried to save money, “Yes” accounted for 85.9%.
- In a survey asking what people would find difficult to deal with if prices rose, the most common answer was “Food,” cited by 938 people.
- In a survey on measures to cope with price hikes, the most common answer was “Cut back on spending,” cited by 629 people.

## Appointed as the “Japan liaison” for Buton Regency, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:57:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000092805.html
- anchor: #n2665840
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インドネシア総合研究所、株式会社TDGホールディング、株式会社城ヶ島水産、PT.Nurindo Joga Shima

Facts:
- Natural catch in 2025 was approximately 18,700 tons
- Worth approximately 39.26 billion rupiah
- Tuna (yellowfin and bigeye, approximately 1,898 tons annually)
- Black marlin (approximately 368 tons)
- Approximately 1,583 fishing vessels in operation

## 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: 2026-09-11T22:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000176133.html
- anchor: #n2665652
- Companies mentioned: NEKKO株式会社、BAKERU japanese tea stand

Facts:
- A 10-minute walk from JR Kojima Station

## Taiwanese versions of Facebook and Instagram launched

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003138.000038094.html
- anchor: #n2665841
- Companies mentioned: Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、木下マイスター東京、木下アビエル神奈川

Facts:
- Attracted a record 6,881 people
- 94 overseas athletes from 21 countries

## TWS reveals the driving force behind its “I Am Love” activities and its feelings for fans

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000245.000014935.html
- anchor: #n2665655
- Companies mentioned: ニッポン放送、犬塚製作所、TWS

Facts:
- 6-member group TWS
- Debuted in 2024
- 21:50–21:57

## 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: 2026-09-11T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000590.000048039.html
- anchor: #n2665654
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イマジナ、英ケンブリッジ大学、ハーバード

Facts:
- Supported organizational transformation at more than 3,000 companies
- Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

## Actor Manabu Takamoto launches official website and fan club!

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001692.000017372.html
- anchor: #n2665653
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKIYAKI、高本学 OFFICIAL SITE

Facts:
- ■ Monthly membership fee: 660 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 31 million yen

## The theme is “oneself”! Yudai Furukawa’s 3rd musical concert kicks off!

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003516.000012949.html
- anchor: #n2665476
- Companies mentioned: TBS、研音、キョードーメディアス

Facts:
- Streaming ticket price: 4,800 yen (tax included)

## 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: 2026-09-11T21:12:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000182.000137731.html
- anchor: #n2665416
- Companies mentioned: Uravation、OpenAI、Anthropic PBC、SBクリエイティブ、GMO

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)
- 1名につき月額5万円（税別・最大2名）
- Satisfaction rate: 85%
- 51,400 copies sold across the series
- AI training delivered to more than 4,000 people
- More than 100 client companies

## “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: 2026-09-11T21:00:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000042558.html
- anchor: #n2665417
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社9lione、横浜キャピタル、インキュベイトファンド、DGベンチャーズ、三井住友海上キャピタル、グローブアドバイザーズ、ナノバンク、FUNDINNO、厚生労働省、薬局薬学 J-STAGE

Facts:
- Raised a total of 120 million yen in a Series A round
- Total funding reached 440 million yen
- 1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
- The market is said to be worth ¥770 billion
- Capital: ¥375,162,856 (including capital reserve)

## 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!

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005339.000029501.html
- anchor: #n2665477
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、ガンホー・オンライン・エンターテイメント株式会社、ガーリィレコード、くらげ、トレンディエンジェル・たかし

Facts:
- First prize: 100,000 yen
- Runner-up prize: 50,000 yen
- 64 million downloads in Japan

## 【9/18(金)19時より】大森靖子の生誕祭ライブ『せこ誕～大森靖子生誕祭2026～』恵比寿LIQUIDROOM公演をニコニコ生放送で独占生中継決定！

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001404.000056982.html
- anchor: #n2665418
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドワンゴ、ニコニコ生放送、大森靖子

Facts:
- Ticket price: 3,000 yen (tax included)
- Starts at 19:00 on Friday, September 18, 2026
- Time-shift viewing available until 23:59 on Sunday, October 18, 2026

## 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

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:51:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000153032.html
- anchor: #n2665423
- Companies mentioned: 日経ものづくり、日経クロステック、日経Automotive、日経デザイン、日経エレクトロニクス

Facts:
- 2026年12月10日(木)、11日(金)

## 【令和の虎で話題】SNS集客×組織拡大の極意を伝授！フォロワー50万人超の経営者・榊󠄀原清一が青年会議所（JC）第2回特別セミナーに登壇決定

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:50:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000192.000021425.html
- anchor: #n2665351
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EMOLVA、青年会議所、サイバーエージェント、東京韓国青年商工会

Facts:
- He himself has more than 500,000 followers across social media
- More than 100 leads generated each month
- Provides SNS marketing services to more than 1,000 companies
- Attracted more than 18,000 job applicants
- Partnered with 1.4 million influencers and more than 10,000 general monitors
- Expected attendance: 30–40 people

## “BEEF FRITES,” produced by Hiroo steakhouse “RUSTEAKS,” to open its 1st location in Iwatsuki, Saitama, on September 21

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:40:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000138428.html
- anchor: #n2665519
- Companies mentioned: R&Iカンパニーリミテッド株式会社、RUSTEAKS、BEEF FRITES

Facts:
- September 21, 2026
- Business hours: 11:00–19:00

## 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!

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001454.000003065.html
- anchor: #n2665660
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TBSテレビ、TBSチャンネル1、東京オペラシティ コンサートホール、パシフィックフィルハーモニア東京、スカパー!

Facts:
- Sept. 11, 2026 (Fri.)

## Toi Toi Toi to perform as the opening act at “AGESTOCK2026 in Yokohama Arena supported by TGC CAMPUS”! Comments on their excitement have arrived!

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000052.000010590.html
- anchor: #n2665520
- Companies mentioned: Toi Toi Toi、AGESTOCK2026実行委員会、MISCOLLE、TGC CAMPUS、日本テレビ、テレビ朝日、TBSテレビ、フジテレビジョン、株式会社YOAKE entertainment

Facts:
- September 20 (Sunday), 2026

## “What It’s Like to Live in 北海道” in Osaka: An honest talk with people who have already moved to 北海道, taking place on Saturday, September 26!

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:09:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001252.000088209.html
- anchor: #n2665414
- Companies mentioned: 北海道、株式会社北海道アルバイト情報社、株式会社カヤックメガ

Facts:
- Reiwa 8 (2026)
- Sept. 26
- 10:30～16:30

## Self-photo booth “Photomatic” arrives at Mercedes-Benz STUDIO TOKYO! Limited-edition frames featuring a VERDY collaboration

- Published: 2026-09-11T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000132579.html
- anchor: #n2665352
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フォトクリエイト、キタムラ・ホールディングス、Mercedes-Benz、VERDY、Photomatic、ピックハイブ株式会社

Facts:
- During the period from September 12 to September 24, 2026
- 撮影料金 1回：800円（2枚出力＋静止画・動画データ）

## Turn your story into a manga! Voting opens for the “Iku-Gyo Thank-You Episode” contest!

- Published: 2026-09-11T18:40:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006913.000052467.html
- anchor: #n2665419
- Companies mentioned: 東京都

Facts:
- A total of 264 entries were received
- 10 entries advanced through the selection process
- 4 episodes to be turned into manga
- Starting Friday, September 11, Reiwa 8
- Through Monday, October 5

## OrcaRouter sponsors the 2nd edition of “AI HACK 2026,” an AI hackathon for engineers in their 20s

- Published: 2026-09-11T18:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000138449.html
- anchor: #n2665517
- Companies mentioned: OrcaRouter、FlashLabs株式会社、AIHACK運営事務局、Continuum AI、株式会社CyberACE

Facts:
- All participants will receive AI credits worth 3,000 yen
- Prizes of up to 1 million yen
- Capacity: first 150 applicants
- More than 200 LLMs and generative AI models, including Anthropic, OpenAI, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, Grok and Qwen
- Cut costs by 40% or more
- Maintains approximately 99% quality
- OrcaRouter Prize (100,000 yen in prize money)

## 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: 2026-09-11T22:53:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604838
- anchor: #n2665664
- Companies mentioned: 彭博、Totan Research Institute、岡三證券、法國巴黎銀行

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.

## 〈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: 2026-09-11T22:43:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604763
- anchor: #n2665665
- Companies mentioned: GameStop、Oracle、Adobe、International Energy Agency、Federal Reserve

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.

## CPI doesn’t settle the question! Fed rate hike next week still uncertain as Wall Street remains divided

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:21:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604837
- anchor: #n2665666
- Companies mentioned: Regan Capital、Potomac Fund Management、Annex Wealth Management、Goldman Sachs Asset Management、IG、Orion、Bokeh Capital Partners、Themis Trading、Dakota Wealth

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.

## Bond sell-off spreads as Wall Street warns: If 10-year yields hit 5%, U.S. stocks face risk of a 10% correction

- Published: 2026-09-11T22:20:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604829
- anchor: #n2665667
- Companies mentioned: RSM、Jackson Square Capital、Yes Securities、三井住友銀行

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: 2026-09-11T22:00:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604767
- anchor: #n2665527
- Companies mentioned: Broadcom、VMware、Marvell Technology、CISPE

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: 2026-09-11T21:50:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604797
- anchor: #n2665528
- Companies mentioned: IEA、OPEC

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: 2026-09-11T21:35:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604764
- anchor: #n2665529
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ労働統計局、連邦準備制度理事会

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: 2026-09-11T21:20:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604755
- anchor: #n2665530
- Companies mentioned: The Conference Board、Nomura Holdings

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: 2026-09-11T21:00:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604768
- anchor: #n2665291
- Companies mentioned: Voya Investments、SK海力士、美光

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: 2026-09-11T20:50:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604754
- anchor: #n2665292
- Companies mentioned: EPFR Global

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.

## 攸泰衛星應用相關專案逐步貢獻 營收比重提升至1成

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:48:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604799
- anchor: #n2665293

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: 2026-09-11T20:47:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604783
- anchor: #n2665294

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: 2026-09-11T20:41:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604784
- anchor: #n2665295
- Companies mentioned: 台塑(1301-TW)、南亞(1303-TW)、建滔積層板(1888-HK)、富喬(1815-TW)

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.

## 天二8月自結EPS0.31元 9月以來股價漲逾2成

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:39:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604785
- anchor: #n2665296

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: 2026-09-11T20:39:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604766
- anchor: #n2665297
- Companies mentioned: Deutsche Bank、Bank of Singapore、TD Securities

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.

## AI boom and strong services sector help drive U.K. economy to its biggest expansion in 18 months in July

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6604665
- anchor: #n2665298
- Companies mentioned: INGグループ、ドイツ銀行

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: 2026-09-11T22:52:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11164004
- anchor: #n2665725

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: 2026-09-11T22:50:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11164003
- anchor: #n2665726
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、美國商務部

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: 2026-09-11T22:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11164000
- anchor: #n2665727
- Companies mentioned: IDC、Omdia、三星電子、OPPO

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: 2026-09-11T22:49:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11164002
- anchor: #n2665728
- Companies mentioned: 台湾電力公司

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: 2026-09-11T22:35:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163979
- anchor: #n2665729
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、三星、Intel、Apple

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: 2026-09-11T22:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163995
- anchor: #n2665731

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.

## 台股重挫755點守住4萬6 專家曝美國CPI是短線小關卡：「它」才是真正大魔王

- Published: 2026-09-11T21:57:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163975
- anchor: #n2665588
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

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: 2026-09-11T21:52:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163990
- anchor: #n2665589

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: 2026-09-11T21:44:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11163989
- anchor: #n2665590

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: 2026-09-11T21:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163774
- anchor: #n2665591

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: 2026-09-11T21:00:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163984
- anchor: #n2665592

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: 2026-09-11T20:49:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163987
- anchor: #n2665353
- Companies mentioned: 凱基證券、凱基人壽、凱基銀行、中華開發資本

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: 2026-09-11T20:36:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163957
- anchor: #n2665354

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: 2026-09-11T20:25:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163976
- anchor: #n2665355
- Companies mentioned: GMO

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: 2026-09-11T20:23:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11163986
- anchor: #n2665356

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.

## 強生 reports revenue of 393 million yuan for the first 8 months, up 5.08% year over year - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

- Published: 2026-09-11T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=90110
- anchor: #n2665459
- Companies mentioned: 強生

Facts:
- Up 5.08% year over year
- Consolidated revenue in August 2026 totaled NT$45.82 million
- Down 15.89% month over month

## 瑞基海洋 revenue for the first 8 months: NT$1.54億元, up 8.59% year on year—環球生技月刊

- Published: 2026-09-11T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=90111
- anchor: #n2665458
- Companies mentioned: 瑞基、瑞基海洋

Facts:
- 1.54億元
- Up 8.59% year on year
- 1,818萬元
- Up 6.19% year on year

## 海大張順恩海洋固氮微生物研究 獲國科會吳大猷先生紀念獎 -環球生技月刊

- Published: 2026-09-10T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=90077
- anchor: #n2665460
- Companies mentioned: 國立臺灣海洋大學、國科會、加州大學

Facts:
- 115年國科會

## Don't ignore tinnitus in one ear—it could be a “stroke of the ear”! Doctors urge patients to seize the critical treatment window to preserve their hearing - Heho Health

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:59:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/386787
- anchor: #n2665484

Facts:
- 40-year-old Ms. Liao

## 巨大黑色素瘤影響視力，北榮高難度 PLSU 手術不摘眼球，只把腫瘤拿掉 - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-09-11T20:07:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/386774
- anchor: #n2665485
- Companies mentioned: 北榮

Facts:
- Only 36 years old