AI News 180m Report

2026-09-15 15:00–18:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 575 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 247 items from 7 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所 (continued)(78)

【永崴投控】Announces a change in the representative of a corporate director

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

永崴投控 announced that its corporate director 富士臨國際投資 has reassigned its representative, with 正崴精密工業 special assistant 郭守富 taking over, effective September 14, 115.

Companies mentioned:永崴投控、富士臨國際投資股份有限公司、正崴精密工業股份有限公司

【永崴投控】Announcement of a change in the company's spokesperson

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

永崴投控 announced a change in its spokesperson, with accounting department manager 洪雪芬 taking over.

Companies mentioned:永崴投資控股股份有限公司

[百和興業-KY] announces information on its unaudited consolidated profit and loss for August 115.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

百和興業-KY reported its consolidated results for August 2026. Revenue rose 3.7%, but profit fell sharply and the company slipped into a loss. This is an important financial signal for investors.

[群益證] announces that the appointment of its new general manager has been approved by the competent authority.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

群益金鼎證券 announced that 楊杰斌 will take over as general manager, an appointment approved by the Financial Supervisory Commission. The appointment takes effect on September 14, 115.

Companies mentioned:群益金鼎證券

[麗豐-KY], on behalf of its subsidiaries Hong Kong Chlitina International Limited, (BVI) Chlitina International Limited, and (BVI) Chlitina Group Limited, announces matters related to resolutions to distribute cash dividends.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

麗豐-KY will remit a total of US$55 million to its parent company through cash dividend distributions among its subsidiaries.

Companies mentioned:麗豐-KY、Hong Kong Chlitina International Limited、(BVI) Chlitina International Limited、(BVI) Chlitina Group Limited

The amendment to the U.S. FDA application for the pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial CBL-0302 of 康霈’s investigational drug CBL-514 injection has passed the FDA’s 30-day IND review period.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

The amendment to the Phase 3 clinical trial protocol for 康霈’s investigational drug CBL-514 has passed U.S. FDA review, and development will continue.

【可成】Announcement that the amount of the company's share repurchase has reached NT$三億元 or more

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

可成科技 conducted a share buyback, with the cumulative repurchase amount exceeding 300 million.

Companies mentioned:可成

【臻鼎-KY】Announcement on the acquisition of machinery and equipment by subsidiary PENG SHEN TECHNOLOGY (THAILAND) CO., LTD.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

臻鼎-KY subsidiary purchases more than NT$1.1 billion in machinery and equipment. The transaction is intended to expand operating capacity.

Companies mentioned:臻鼎-KY、PENG SHEN TECHNOLOGY (THAILAND) CO., LTD.、TAKEWIN INTERNATIONAL(HK)LIMITED

【台新新光金】Announcement of the Company's and its major subsidiaries' consolidated unaudited results for August of year 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台新新光金控 reported consolidated unaudited results for August 2026, with profit after tax reaching NT$6.97 billion and the cumulative total for the first 8 months reaching NT$59.75 billion. This is a regular financial disclosure reflecting stable overall operations at the financial holding company.

Companies mentioned:台新銀行、新光銀行、新光人壽、台新證券、元富證券

【特力】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 中欣實業股份有限公司 pursuant to Article 25, Paragraph 1, Subparagraphs 3 and 4 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Making of Endorsements/Guarantees by Public Companies

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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Companies mentioned:特力、中欣實業、統營營造、特欣機電、特欣行開發

【達方】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 蘇州達方電子有限公司 regarding a loan of funds to 蘇州達宇電能科技有限公司

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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Companies mentioned:蘇州達方電子有限公司、蘇州達宇電能科技有限公司、達方電子股份有限公司

【鴻海】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 富聯裕展科技(深圳)有限公司 regarding the acquisition of a factory-use right asset

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

A subsidiary of 鴻海 acquired usage rights to a factory in Shenzhen. The transaction was worth approximately 105 million yuan and is intended to integrate resources within the group.

Companies mentioned:富士康科技集團有限公司、富輝鋼工業(深圳)有限公司、富泰捷科技發展(深圳)有限公司

【良得電】Announcement of a change in the Company's head of internal audit

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

良得電 announced a change in its head of internal audit. 丁小鈴 stepped down due to a job reassignment, and 陶福雄 will serve as acting head, effective Sept. 14, year 115. This is a routine personnel arrangement reflecting corporate governance transparency.

【中環】Announcement of the company’s disposal of securities

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

中環 announced the disposal of a total of 775,000 common shares of 穩懋 for approximately NT$356 million, generating a disposal gain of NT$4.66 million. The move is a portfolio adjustment and does not involve a related-party transaction, carrying a degree of financial significance for the market.

Companies mentioned:穩懋

【南亞科】Announcement of the company’s acquisition of machinery and equipment

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

南亞科技 announced the acquisition of a batch of machinery and equipment from ULVAC, INC. for approximately NT$1.155 billion for production purposes. The move signals its strategic intent to expand capacity and is positive for the semiconductor industry.

Companies mentioned:ULVAC, INC.

【國泰金】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 國泰世華銀行 regarding the acquisition of 1 right-of-use asset from 霖園公寓大廈管理維護股份有限公司

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

國泰世華銀行 acquired the rights to use 6 parking spaces in Taipei City from an affiliated company, 霖園公司, for a total price of approximately NT$4.24 million, for operational management purposes. This is a common intra-group asset allocation and reflects a strategy of integrating internal resources.

Companies mentioned:國泰世華銀行、霖園公寓大廈管理維護股份有限公司、國泰人壽

【遠雄】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 遠雄營造 regarding the board's decision not to distribute dividends for the first half of year 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

遠雄營造, a subsidiary of 遠雄, announced it would not pay a dividend for the first half of 2026. This is significant because it represents a suspension of returns to shareholders.

Companies mentioned:遠雄營造

【川飛】Announcement of the Company's plan for the reduction of capital and replacement of shares

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

川飛 is reducing its capital to offset accumulated losses. The capital reduction ratio is 24.995%, and 10 million shares will be canceled to improve its financial structure. This move is significant for shareholder equity and market confidence.

Companies mentioned:國票綜合證券股份有限公司、台灣集中保管結算所股份有限公司、臺灣證券交易所股份有限公司

【匯僑設計】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 匯僑設計興業股份有限公司 pursuant to Article 25, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 4 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Making of Endorsements/Guarantees by Public Companies

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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Companies mentioned:匯僑室內裝修設計股份有限公司

【達新】Announcement of the Company's acquisition of common shares of 南亞科

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Original達新公司公告取得南亞科696仟股普通股,總金額逾2億新台幣,屬投資組合配置。此舉反映其對半導體產業的長期佈局,具財務策略意義。

Companies mentioned:南亞科

【驊陞】Announcement on behalf of major subsidiary 江蘇驊盛車用電子(股)公司 regarding the board's decision to convene the 2nd special shareholders' meeting of 2026

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

驊陞 subsidiary 江蘇驊盛車用電子 will convene a special shareholders' meeting to review a proposal to sell fixed assets to a related company. This is a major asset disposal that will affect the company's asset structure.

Companies mentioned:東莞驊國電子有限公司

【櫻花建】Announcement of the ex-rights and ex-dividend record date set by the Company's chairman and related matters (supplemental information)

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

櫻花建 announced that the board has set Aug. 26, year 115, as the ex-rights and ex-dividend record date. It will distribute stock and cash dividends, with the cash dividend to be paid and new shares issued through a capital increase to be listed on Sept. 24. This is important information for shareholders.

【兆豐金】Announcement of the Company's and its major subsidiaries' consolidated unaudited earnings for August of year 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

兆豐金控 reported consolidated unaudited earnings for August 2026, with monthly profit after tax of NT$3.560 billion and a cumulative total of NT$29.219 billion. This is financial information with a significant impact on shareholder equity.

【國泰金】Announcement of the Company's and its major subsidiaries' consolidated unaudited profit or loss after tax for August 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

國泰金控 reported consolidated unaudited profit after tax of NT$11.30 billion for August 2026, reflecting steady growth in the overall operations of its financial group and serving as a key indicator for investors.

Companies mentioned:國泰人壽、國泰世華銀行、國泰產險、國泰證券、國泰投信

[攸泰科技] Announces a change in the company's chief financial officer

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

攸泰科技 appointed 王秝家 as its new head of finance, effective Sept. 14, year 115. There was no predecessor; this is a newly established position and will be submitted to the board for confirmation.

Companies mentioned:寶禾創能科技股份有限公司

【日月光投控】announces that its subsidiary 矽品精密工業(股)公司 has acquired plant engineering services

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

矽品精密工業, a subsidiary of 日月 ASE投控, signed a NT$2.15 billion plant construction contract with 勝義發營造. The capital investment is aimed at expanding production, and is expected to strengthen competitiveness in semiconductor packaging.

Companies mentioned:勝義發營造股份有限公司

【百和】Announcement of information related to the Company's consolidated unaudited profit and loss for August of year 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台湾百和工業 released its consolidated financial information for August 2026. Revenue edged up, but both operating profit and net income fell sharply, as deteriorating profitability continued. This is an important financial signal for investors and the market.

【中鼎】Announcement on behalf of the Company's subsidiary 中鼎海外有限公司 regarding new loans of funds meeting the standard under Article 22, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 3 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Making of Endorsements/Guarantees by Public Companies

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

中鼎海外有限公司 provided an additional NT$790 million loan to related company CTCI Americas, Inc., meeting the public disclosure threshold. The move reflects the group's need to allocate funds internally, while the lack of guarantees and the high proportion relative to net worth have raised financial risk concerns.

Companies mentioned:CTCI Americas, Inc.、中鼎海外有限公司

【台玻】Announcement by subsidiary 台玻成都玻璃有限公司 of the acquisition of a wealth management product

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台玻成都玻璃有限公司, a subsidiary of 台玻, acquired an RMB 80 million structured deposit called 芙蓉錦程 from 成都銀行. The move is part of its cash management and will help maintain financial soundness.

Companies mentioned:成都銀行股份有限公司

【永豐金】永豐金控 announcement on the issuance terms and subscription record date, among other matters, for a 640 million-share cash capital increase

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

永豐金控 announced a cash capital increase of 640 million shares, with a par value of NT$10 per share. The proceeds will be used to invest in subsidiaries and repay debt. The move strengthens its financial structure and is important for shareholders.

Companies mentioned:永豐金證券

【台玻】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 台玻成都玻璃有限公司 regarding the disposal of a wealth management product

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

A subsidiary of 台玻 disposed of a structured deposit denominated in renminbi at 中国工商銀行, earning a profit of approximately 920,000 yuan. The move was part of its cash management.

Companies mentioned:中国工商銀行

【永豐金】永豐金控 announcement on behalf of subsidiary 永豐金證券 regarding the record date for the cash capital increase through a private placement of common shares

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

永豐金控 announced that its subsidiary 永豐金證券 will issue 463 million common shares through a private placement, raising NT$12.5 billion. The parent company will subscribe for all the shares, and the proceeds will be used to strengthen the capital structure and develop the business, reflecting a prudent financial strategy.

Companies mentioned:永豐金控、永豐金證券

【永豐金】永豐金控 announcement on behalf of subsidiary 永豐金證券 regarding the board's resolution to conduct a cash capital increase through a private placement of common shares (supplement to the announcement dated 115/07/01)

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

永豐金證券 announced a cash capital increase through a private placement of common shares, to be subscribed for by its parent company 永豐金控, totaling NT$12.5 billion to strengthen the capital structure. The move signals intra-group fund integration and long-term development plans, and is a significant indicator for the financial industry.

Companies mentioned:永豐金控

【科嘉-KY】, on behalf of its subsidiaries 蘇州嘉吉/科德/嘉財/艾普來/百宏/嘉皇/嘉駿, announces that their cumulative acquisitions of the same marketable security within one year have reached 20% of paid-in capital.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Multiple subsidiaries of 科嘉-KY jointly acquired one-day Chinese government bond repos, with the cumulative amount reaching 20% of capital, prompting disclosure. The move is part of stable cash management.

Companies mentioned:蘇州嘉吉、科德、嘉財、艾普來、百宏、嘉皇、嘉駿

[科嘉-KY] Announcement on behalf of subsidiaries 蘇州嘉吉/科德/嘉財/艾普來/百宏/嘉皇/嘉駿 of cumulative disposals of the same marketable securities within 1 year reaching 20% of paid-in capital

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Multiple subsidiaries of 科嘉-KY jointly sold one-day government bond reverse repos on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. The cumulative disposal amount exceeded 20% of capital, prompting disclosure. The move is part of investment and wealth management.

Companies mentioned:科嘉-KY、蘇州嘉吉、蘇州科德、蘇州嘉財電子、蘇州艾普來、蘇州百宏、蘇州嘉皇電子、重慶嘉駿

【合庫金】Announcement of the Company's and its major subsidiaries' consolidated unaudited earnings for August of year 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

合作金庫金控 reported consolidated unaudited financial results for August 2026, with monthly net profit after tax of NT$2.248 billion and a cumulative total of NT$18.325 billion. This is a material announcement reflecting stable overall operations at the financial group.

Companies mentioned:合作金庫金融控股股份有限公司、合作金庫商業銀行、合作金庫資產管理、合作金庫票券、合作金庫證券、合作金庫人壽、合作金庫投信

【雙鍵】Announcement that the Company has received all funds for its year 115 cash capital increase and of the capital increase record date

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

雙鍵化工 completed a cash capital increase on Sept. 14, year 115, raising NT$1.014 billion, and set that day as the capital increase record date. The move strengthens its financial position and is significant for shareholder equity.

【晟鈦】The company is publishing material financial and operational information after its securities met the criteria for a trading alert on the centralized market, to help investors understand the situation.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

晟鈦 disclosed financial data after its share-price movements met the announcement criteria. The figures showed sharp increases in revenue and net profit, mainly due to rising customer demand, bolstering investor confidence.

【全友】The company is publishing material financial and operational information after its securities met the criteria for a trading alert on the centralized market, to help investors understand the situation.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

全友 disclosed financial information after reaching the 台湾証券取引所's criteria for trading alerts. Revenue and net income rose sharply year on year, drawing investor attention.

Companies mentioned:台湾証券取引所

【群創】Announcement by major subsidiary Innolux Hong Kong Holding Limited of key resolutions passed at its shareholders’ meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Innolux Hong Kong Holding Limited, a subsidiary of 群創光电, approved its 2025 financial statements and reappointed its auditor. There were no major management changes.

【元大金】Yuanta Financial Holding announces a change in the finance and accounting heads of its subsidiary 元大證金

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

元大證金 announced changes to its finance and accounting heads. The previous head, 鐘美玲, resigned and was succeeded by 孫文宏, effective Sept. 21, 115. The routine personnel change did not affect operations.

Companies mentioned:元大證券金融股份有限公司、元大商業銀行股份有限公司

【廣越】Announcement by subsidiary 金漢實業股份有限公司 of a change in its finance and accounting head

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

金漢實業 changed its finance and accounting heads after the previous head, 陳文卿, resigned for personal career reasons. The successor will be announced after board approval. This is a major personnel change that affects financial-reporting transparency and governance stability.

Companies mentioned:廣越、金漢實業股份有限公司

【川飛】Announcement of a change in the company’s chairperson

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

川飛 chairperson Fang Jason Kin Hoi resigned for health reasons. A successor will be announced after a board meeting in the near future. This is a major corporate governance change.

【志信】Update on the sale of the company’s office in Taipei’s Zhongshan District

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

志信國際股份有限公司 announced on Sept. 14, 115, that it had sold its office in Taipei’s Zhongshan District, with an estimated profit of more than NT$200 million. The move reflects its strategy of putting assets to better use and is positive for shareholder equity.

【嘉晶】Announcement on the collection of overdue payments for the company’s cash capital increase in 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

嘉晶電子 has begun the legally required collection process after some investors failed to pay their cash capital-increase subscriptions on time. The move has legal force and affects shareholder rights.

Companies mentioned:永豐金證券股份有限公司、合作金庫商業銀行

【倫飛】Clarification of media reports

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

倫飛電腦 issued a clarification regarding a 工商時報 report expressing optimism about its operations in the second half of the year, stressing that the content was outside speculation and not official company information. The move aims to protect information transparency and investors’ rights.

Companies mentioned:工商時報

Taiwan | 風傳媒(37)

Why did Emperor Guangxu dare not eliminate Cixi? One remark by Puyi explains it: taking action would have been tantamount to suicide

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The Guangxu Emperor sought reform but was thwarted by the power of Empress Dowager Cixi. Puyi's testimony sheds light on the institutional and ethical constraints behind the failure.

Why do addresses in Taiwan have so many layers, such as lane, alley, number and floor? They may look complicated, but the numbering follows a logic

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The layers in Taiwanese addresses, such as “巷,” “弄,” “号” and “楼,” may appear complex at first glance, but they form a logical system for identifying locations step by step, reflecting the evolution of the city's history and planning.

Average salary of NT$71,000: do you measure up? Even pharmacists apologize for “dragging down the average”; the worst-paid industry averages just NT$31,000

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics released July salary data showing average total pay of NT$71,000, while the median was just NT$39,600. The figures sparked debate about the pay gap, with professionals such as pharmacists and nurses joking that they were dragging down the average.

Dream of making NT$50,000 by winning the lottery dashed? 540,000 people rushed to subscribe at NT$17.65, but this Taiwan stock hit limit down on the lottery date

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan digital optics maker 天瀚(6225)attracted 540,000 subscribers after its public offering price of NT$17.65 was more than NT$60 below the market price. But the stock hit limit down on the lottery date, reflecting pressure for a correction after a short-term surge and dashing investors’ hopes of a profit.

Original不是中國!台灣人愛去「1國家」入境新規9/15上路,遊客恐遭拒絕入境、遣返回台

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A country frequently visited by Taiwanese people will introduce new entry rules starting September 15. Incomplete documents raise the risk of being denied entry or deported, prompting a warning to travelers.

What is the best job to have after retirement? Experts reveal 9 side jobs with low barriers and no age limit that can earn money from home without returning to the workplace

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

U.S. media outlets highlighted 9 suitable side jobs for retirees. Some work-from-home and part-time positions pay more than 1,000 yen an hour, offering the prospect of balancing quality of life and income.

Companies mentioned:GOBankingRates、米国労働統計局(BLS)

Original金鐘獎/柯佳嬿、鍾欣凌、楊貴媚神仙打架!《與惡II》狂掃15項成最大贏家,完整名單一次看

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The nominees for the 61st 金鐘獎 have been announced. Drama series 《我們與惡的距離Ⅱ》 leads with 15 nominations, while 周渝民 is in the running for best actor and 柯佳嬿, 鍾欣凌 and other actresses vie for best actress. The variety and drama awards ceremonies will be held on Oct. 23 and 24, respectively.

Companies mentioned:金鐘獎、風傳媒

Why is an e-invoice “carrier” called a carrier? People scan it at checkout every day, but it turns out the invoice is not stored on a phone

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

An explanation of how “載具” works in Taiwan's electronic invoice system reveals that it is not merely a means of storage, but an identifier that links invoice information to the cloud. The explanation corrects a misunderstanding about a concept frequently encountered in daily life.

Why hire people to cry at funerals? It is not just for show: the special culture behind the 孝女白琴 funeral lament

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

An explanation of the tradition of hiring mourners known as “孝女白琴” at traditional Taiwanese funerals. This is not merely a performance, but an important custom that expresses Confucian etiquette and filial devotion; it is now gradually disappearing amid declining birth rates and urbanization.

Free LINE Mid-Autumn Festival stickers! 18 new practical sets available for a limited time; one is in limited supply, so hurry

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

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  • Validity period: 180 days
  • 16 practical sticker sets that understand the hardships of office workers best

Companies mentioned:LINE、AH、醜白兔、LINE購物直播、咪咪、中華航空、臺灣企銀、怪奇事物所、LINE Premium、ㄅㄅㄐ、小沃同學會、大頭兒、珍珍JANE JANE、LINE購物品牌名店、糯米狗勾、財團法人汽車交通事故特別補償基金、新光人壽、Richart、LINE購物夯話題、柯基犬卡卡、Hokii、LINE旅遊、LINE購物、酷力幫、小狗狗波比、采定國際行銷股份有限公司

Why aren’t many old and dilapidated houses in Taiwan redeveloped? 胡偉良 reveals the 3 key reasons behind the long stagnation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

胡偉良 identified “high costs,” “stagnant housing prices” and “difficulty reaching consensus among residents” as the 3 main reasons Taiwan's urban renewal has stalled for years. The focus of urban renewal is shifting from increasing asset values to residential safety.

TSMC employees are having lots of babies! Doctor says the reason is “high salaries”: the government’s monthly NT$5,000 payment is not enough and should be NT$50,000

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

A total of 2,331 babies were born in 2025 at TSMC’s Taiwan facilities and 采鈺公司, accounting for 2.2% of births nationwide. Psychiatrist 沈政男 said high salaries were the main reason and recommended raising the government’s monthly childcare subsidy to NT$50,000. The low birth rate is fundamentally an economic problem.

Companies mentioned:采鈺公司

Whoever wins AI wins the world! Trump: the only safeguard AI needs is a strong U.S. president

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Former President Trump dismissed concerns about AI safety as a “hoax” and opposed slowing development. Executives at AI companies such as Anthropic, meanwhile, are calling for emergency shutdown functions and tighter regulation, putting the two sides at odds.

Companies mentioned:Anthropic、OpenAI、xAI

蔣萬安 and 陳其邁 lose out! He tops the 2026 county and city mayor approval ratings with 86.8 points, winning for the third consecutive time

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

嘉義縣長翁章梁 topped the 2026 nationwide county and city mayor approval ratings with 86.8 points, winning for the third consecutive time. Leaders outside the six special municipalities took all of the top five spots, demonstrating the strength of grassroots governance and giving the results considerable significance.

Why does pomelo peel turn into a hat every Mid-Autumn Festival? Taiwanese children were playing with it decades ago, but many do not know its real origins

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The “柚子帽,” in which children wear pomelo peels on their heads during Taiwan's Mid-Autumn Festival, is a children's pastime that dates back to the 1930s, not a formal ritual. The custom has been shared across generations and become part of the cultural memory.

Which county or city in Taiwan is best to live in? People in the know recommend 1 place for its convenient amenities and transportation and low prices, saying it has almost no drawbacks

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Kaohsiung was the most recommended place to live in a discussion among users on Threads about choosing a place to live in Taiwan. It was praised for its balance of amenities, transportation and cost of living.

Topco Scientific to open German office in October, serve semiconductor clients in fourth quarter of 2027; U.S. next target for environmental engineering

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Topco Scientific will open an office in Dresden, Germany, in October and expects to begin providing local services to semiconductor clients in Q4 2027, while accelerating its expansion into the U.S. environmental engineering market. The move reflects its strategy to expand its global service network.

Companies mentioned:台積電、博世(Bosch)、英飛凌(Infineon)、恩智浦(NXP)、歐洲半導體製造公司(ESMC)、建越科技、安永鮮物、The潤餐廳、XPORTS運動表現中心

Cars and motorcycles turn with their signals on, yet drivers are fined 3600! Police explain the right way to do it, which many experienced drivers still get wrong

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Many drivers mistakenly believe that using a turn signal means they are not breaking the law. In fact, they can still be fined up to 3600 if they fail to use it throughout the maneuver or switch it on early enough. Police stress that drivers must signal at least 30 meters in advance and keep the signal on until the maneuver is complete. This is a common cause of accidents.

Ranking of competitiveness among the six special municipalities: New Taipei places No. 3; KMT councilor backs Chiang Chi-chen to succeed Hou Yu-ih and make city government shine

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Original新北市在《天下雜誌》2026年永續幸福城市調查中六都競爭力排名第三,議員陳偉杰肯定侯友宜政績,並力推李四川接棒延續市政亮點。

Companies mentioned:天下雜誌

Original家人繳國民年金過世,只能領10萬喪葬給付?符合資格還有「1筆錢」可以月月領

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

When a National Pension insured person dies, surviving family members can receive a lump sum of 105,515 yen for funeral expenses, and may also qualify for a monthly survivor's pension. Benefit standards will be revised starting in 2026.

People aged 65 and older no longer have to pay health insurance premiums! One county or city announces automatic government payments with no application; one Senior Citizen Card benefit also gets a major upgrade

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The Chiayi City government announced that starting in October, residents aged 65 and older who have been registered there for at least half a year will automatically receive a health insurance premium subsidy of up to 826 per month, with no application required. The program is expected to benefit more than 5.4萬 people, while transportation and sports benefits on the Senior Citizen Card will also be upgraded.

Iran struggles to rein in hardliners undermining negotiations; Trump says U.S. defense industry is producing "around the clock, 7 days a week"

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • Demanded the release of about $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets
  • The pipeline carries crude oil from Saudi oil fields and facilities on the Persian Gulf to the port of Yanbu on the Red Sea coast. Because Yanbu is on the Red Sea, the oil can bypass the Strait of Hormuz and be shipped out via the Red Sea. The East-West Pipeline has therefore long been viewed as a key energy infrastructure project for Saudi Arabia in addressing risks around the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Regional officials estimate that a full repair could take 3 to 5 weeks

Companies mentioned:伊朗伊斯蘭革命衛隊、美國中央司令部、胡塞武裝、沙烏地阿拉伯、英國、美國能源部、紐約時報

Banned Sudan dyes found in seasoning powder at the border! Taiwan's FDA intercepts and destroys shipment; 5 other products, including Chinese radishes, also fail inspection

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration detected banned Sudan dyes in Indian-made seasoning powder and ordered the entire batch discarded. 5 other products also failed inspections due to pesticides or packaging-standard violations. Import controls will be tightened.

Companies mentioned:天崧企業有限公司、香港商赫士盟食品企業有限公司台北分公司

After-hours update: Taiwan stocks plunge 351 points at the close! AI chip stocks come under heavy selling, OTC market falls more than 1.5%; 台積電 bucks the trend to support the market as 5 stocks in this sector hit limit-up

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan stocks plunged 351 points after U.S. AI companies called for development to slow down. 台積電 rose against the trend, while cybersecurity stocks stood out. The episode reflects how shifts in global AI investment trends are affecting the semiconductor market.

Companies mentioned:Anthropic、OpenAI、xAI、友達、力積電、聯電、全友、光鼎、台積電、聯發科、台達電、大立光、穩懋、金居、金像電、富喬、台光電、德宏、健鼎、亞電、元大金、國泰金、中再保、華榮、蜜望實、日電貿、雷科、鈺邦、驊宏資、意藍、華經、訊達、力新、三商電、叡揚、碩網、聯一光、中揚光、圓祥生技、基亞、浩鼎、高端疫苗、晶碩、美時、旭富

Transportation Ministry hands out cash! Motorcycle riders can get 100,000; claims open nationwide from 9/16—see the eligibility requirements and how to apply

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taiwan's Ministry of Transportation and Communications will begin offering cash payments of up to NT$100,000 to motorcycle users starting September 16. The program is nationwide, and anyone who meets the requirements can apply. It aims to ease transportation costs.

Tsai Tsung-han on Cathay's digital transformation: Hopes to customize customer service and help corporate banking overtake rivals on the curve

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • At the time, we also planned a project worth 90-some hundred million to move forward
  • The Cathay Financial Group has more than 50,000 employees

Companies mentioned:國泰金控、國泰世華銀行、國泰人壽

CDC's drug-resistant tuberculosis care team marks 20 years, helping a 17-year-old girl and an underprivileged foreign student regain their health

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The CDC's TMTC team marked its 20th anniversary, helping patients with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis recover and raising the treatment success rate to 87%. It has also promoted a policy allowing foreign patients to stay in Taiwan for treatment.

Another toxic vegetable scare! Pesticide levels exceed limits in 3 vegetables popular with Taiwanese; 6459 kilograms destroyed—see the full list of violations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taipei Agricultural Products Marketing Corporation inspected 935 batches of produce in August. Pesticide levels exceeded limits in 54 batches, which were destroyed, totaling 6459 kilograms. Chinese kale, chili peppers and bok choy were among the high-risk items. The action protects food safety and highlights the importance of source control.

Don't buy 蘋果 or 小米 tablets! Insiders recommend 1 better brand: more features, longer battery life, slim and well-made; lasted 4 years without breaking

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Tablet-buying trends: More alternatives to iPad are available, with brands such as 三星 earning praise for battery life and note-taking features. Online discussions suggest that while iPad has advantages for gaming and streaming, brands such as 三星 perform well for study and work.

Companies mentioned:蘋果、三星、小米

Can a father give his son 2.44 million and his daughter another 2.44 million in a year without paying tax? Many people get the gift-tax exemption calculation wrong

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

An explanation clears up misunderstandings about how the 2.44 million yen gift tax exemption is calculated. Gifts of up to 2.44 million yen per donor per year are exempt, and splitting gifts among multiple recipients is still taxable if the total exceeds the limit.

Who will buy battered U.S. Treasuries? Hedge funds have become the "buyer of last resort," but the market is growing wary

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

As pension funds move away from U.S. Treasuries, hedge funds are emerging as major new buyers. A market structure supported by highly leveraged, short-term capital is heightening concerns about liquidity risks and price volatility.

Companies mentioned:Callan、European Central Bank、Bank of Japan、New York Federal Reserve

Finally got Chiang Wan-an on the show! Wang Wei-chung's interview with Shen Po-yang draws stunning viewership; Jaw Shaw-kong says Chiang has agreed: He'll appear this week

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

DPP candidate Shen Po-yang's interview with Wang Wei-chung drew nearly 2 million views. The KMT questioned why Chiang Wan-an had not been interviewed, and Jaw Shaw-kong confirmed Chiang had agreed to appear on the program this week, sparking heated political debate.

Companies mentioned:中廣、風傳媒

Lu Shiow-yen proposes an "opposition grand alliance"; DPP mocks her for rushing to claim leadership of the opposition amid a KMT-TPP deadlock

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen proposed an "opposition grand alliance" to unite opposition forces, but the DPP criticized it as political maneuvering to cover up poor city governance. The dispute highlights partisan divisions and the difficulties of uniting the opposition.

00918 sets record payout; last buy date revealed! Annual income of 7000 per lot, perfectly "dodging 國巨"—should investors add to their holdings?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Dahua USI High Dividend 30 (00918) announced a single distribution of 1.75, a record high, sparking market discussion. Investors are watching whether its long-term performance and constituent-adjustment mechanism can be sustained.

Companies mentioned:大華投信、國巨

Bring your ID! Eligible diners get an all-you-can-eat meal for free; match 1 digit for a free steak, or get seafood with a 2-character name—September restaurant deals across Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

Many restaurants in Taiwan are offering September promotions, including deals based on matching digits on an ID card and birthday offers. Customers can get benefits such as free steak and seafood.

Companies mentioned:春三朝午、王品牛排、碳佐麻里、燒肉Aniki、燒肉同話、燒肉眾、焼肉LIKE、森森燒肉、大股熟成燒肉專門、牛角日本燒肉專門店、木村堂燒肉食べ放題、原燒、天鍋麻辣鴛鴦鍋、小蒙牛、肉多多火鍋、野人Shabu、萬客什鍋、久違石頭火鍋、泰滾

Why did a founding DPP veteran switch sides to back Chiang Chi-chen? Commentator reveals the anger of old "hoe faction" party members: Tsai and Lai are taking all the credit

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

DPP founding veteran Lin Feng-hsi publicly backed KMT's Chiang Chi-chen, criticizing Tsai Ing-wen and Lai Ching-te for abandoning democratic ideals and sparking discussion about divisions within the DPP.

Companies mentioned:風傳媒、TVBS、匯流民調

Is the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield's break above 5% just the beginning? This signal suggests the market fears the economy cannot withstand further rate hikes

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒

The yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury has exceeded 5%. This reflects inflation and expectations of interest rate hikes, while the flattening yield curve also points to concerns about an economic slowdown. The market is beginning to look at the “economy after rate hikes.”

Companies mentioned:Deutsche Bank、Employ America

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InnoCare's Q4 revenue set to challenge a new high, with three growth drivers firing next year

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

InnoCare's fourth-quarter operations are expected to set another record, mainly on strong demand for advanced CoWoS packaging. Three major technology drivers are expected to sustain growth next year, with AI and high-performance computing giving the company strong growth potential.

中鴻 raises domestic prices for October and export prices for November as seasonal factors fade

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

中鴻 raised prices for domestic sales in October and export sales in November. The move, driven by rising costs and recovering demand, reflects improving market conditions and is in line with the broader industry trend of rising prices.

Companies mentioned:中鴻、中国鋼鉄工業協会、S&P Global、IMF、LME

Save money on a trip to Japan! Food consumption tax cut from 8% to 1%, but dine-in meals are excluded

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

The Japanese government decided to cut the food consumption tax from 8% to 1% for 2 years. The move aims to ease the rising cost of living, and will be funded without new borrowing.

Companies mentioned:帝国データバンク

Watch out as the OTC market's black candlestick breaks to a new low! Investors rush to safe havens ahead of settlement—what are the "undervalued, resilient growth stocks"?

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunged 5.86%. Taiwan stocks fell back after a low-volume rebound, while the OTC index's black candlestick broke to a new low. Funds shifted to undervalued growth stocks such as Delta Electronics for safety, making foreign investor moves a key factor. Chen Chih-lin's team recommends holding core positions and watching defensive investments.

Companies mentioned:台達電(2308-TW)、華城(1519-TW)、凱旭投顧

新潤 completes capital raising of 912 million through a 32,000-lot share offering; new shares to begin OTC trading on September 18

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwanese real estate developer 新潤 issued 32,000 new shares to raise 912 million yuan. Trading in the capital increase shares will begin on the Taipei Exchange on September 18. The company plans to continue active development in the greater Taipei-Taoyuan area.

“Zero-day-to-expiry options” are dampening U.S. stock volatility. 高盛: 2 sectors perform well early in Fed rate-hiking cycles

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

高盛 analyzed that 0-DTE options are dampening intraday volatility in U.S. stocks. Meanwhile, technology and energy stocks have historically performed well in the early stages of rate hikes. It also warned of fiscal risks.

Companies mentioned:高盛

〈Real Estate〉 July presale home sales rose 22% year over year to a new high for the year; Taichung was the only market to decline both year over year and month over month

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan-wide presale bookings totaled 3,712 in July, the highest this year and up 22% year on year. Only Taichung City recorded declines from both the previous year and the previous month, and the market has yet to see a full recovery.

Companies mentioned:信義房屋

Could the UK be split into 4? Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland join forces to pressure London and seek self-determination

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Summary not yet available

Facts

  • England currently accounts for about 84.6% of the UK population
  • Its share of GDP is 85.6%

Companies mentioned:BBC、天空新聞網、新芬黨、英國改革黨

Are Li Auto and 小米 both diversifying their suppliers? Concerns over a shift away from CATL intensify as its A and H shares fall more than 6%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

寧德時代's A-shares and H-shares fell more than 6%. 理想汽車 and 小米 are shifting battery procurement to in-house development or other suppliers, prompting market concerns about lost market share. Production restrictions imposed by policy are also weighing on the company.

Companies mentioned:理想汽車、小米、欣旺達、中創新航、里昂証券

As investors await the Fed meeting, foreign investors sell another NT$62.6 billion; the 3 major institutional investors post combined net sales of NT$79.124 billion

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan stocks fell amid expectations of interest rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with the 3 major institutional investors recording combined net sales of 79.124 billion yuan. This reflects market anxiety.

晶技 August revenue hits NT$1.415 billion, a record for the month; pretax earnings per share reach NT$0.82

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

晶技’s August 2026 revenue reached NT$1.415 billion, a 71-month high, driven mainly by strong demand for optical communications and AI servers. Pretax earnings per share came to NT$0.82, demonstrating strong profitability.

Companies mentioned:希華 (2484-TW)

Japan may raise defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, putting bond markets on edge

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Japan is considering raising defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, signaling a greater burden as a U.S. ally. The move is unsettling financial markets.

Companies mentioned:IHI、川崎重工

華擎 subsidiary 東擎 launches its first industrial computer based on Intel’s next-generation architecture, accelerating deployment in the edge AI market

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

東擎 unveiled an industrial edge AI platform featuring an インテル Core Ultra 3rd-generation processor. It delivers AI processing performance of up to 180 TOPS and will accelerate deployment in smart factories and automation.

Companies mentioned:インテル、華擎

Original〈台股盤後〉觀望氣氛濃!成交量創今年次低 下挫351點回測季線支撐

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Taiwan stocks fell amid expectations of interest rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with the main index dropping 351 points. Trading volume also fell to its 2nd-lowest level this year, underscoring investors' cautious stance.

Companies mentioned:聯發科、鴻海、日月光投控、富邦金、台光電、南亞、聯電、國泰金、台積電、台達電、愛普、鈺創、十銓、南茂、福懋科、華東

Original記憶體佔據半邊天!今年Q2全球半導體收入4250億美元創史高 全年估暴增五成至1.25兆

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Global semiconductor revenue hit a record $425 billion in the second quarter of 2025. Memory products led the growth amid expanding AI demand, and the annual outlook is expected to reach $1.25 trillion. This growth signals a shift in the industry's structure.

Companies mentioned:Omdia

Major upgrade coming to 合勤控 subsidiary 兆勤’s Nebula, helping MSPs and small and medium-sized businesses improve operational efficiency

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

兆勤科技 announced Nebula 20.10, dramatically improving network operating efficiency for MSPs and small and midsize businesses. It combines security and convenience with third-party authentication integration and passkey support.

Companies mentioned:Microsoft、Google、Okta

Are financial stocks worth investing in? FOMC rate-hike expectations soar; an investment guide to popular financial-sector ETFs 0055, 00998A and 00919

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網

Expectations of an FOMC rate hike have fueled interest in financial stocks and financial ETFs (0055, 00998A, 00919). The features and risks of gold-backed ETFs are explained in light of differences in the revenue structures of the banking, insurance and securities industries.

Companies mentioned:富邦金、永豐金、玉山金、台新新光金、王道銀行、永豐金證券

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