AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-16 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 11 of 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 869 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 181 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Is the KMT doomed in Taipei？沈伯洋 supporters pack Gongguan；he exclaims it feels like the 2018 Han wave: even 黃仁勳 never got this receptionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773123Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:06:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A campaign event for DPP Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 at Gongguan Night Market drew more than 1,000 people. His rising popularity has been dubbed the「Yang wave」and compared to the 2018 Han wave, raising the possibility of a political shift in Taipei and posing a major threat to the KMT. China and Russia named as「primary threats」；is an arms race erupting on all fronts？U.S. military confirms weapons have been deployed in spacehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773124Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The U.S. Space Force has publicly acknowledged for the first time that it is deploying weapons in orbit. China and Russia objected and called for the demilitarization of space. There are concerns that the arms race in space will intensify. 〈Focus stocks〉Twinhead’s Q3 revenue expected to grow by double digits；share price rebounds, rising more than half a limit-uphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774004Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:53:14 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Driven by growing demand for AI servers, Auras Technology’s liquid-cooling products are performing well, with revenue in the first 8 months of this year exceeding its total for all of last year. Revenue is expected to post double-digit growth in the third quarter, and the stock has also rebounded. Why haven’t U.S. stocks fallen as Treasury yields keep rising？Analysts say the 10-year yield is not the key；these「two major」risks matter mosthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774005Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. Treasury yields are rising, but U.S. stocks have not fallen. They are being supported by corporate earnings growth and low volatility in the bond market. If this situation breaks down, stock prices will be affected. Taipei Computer Association to take six Taiwanese original game development teams to Tokyo Game Show to expand overseas marketshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774006Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:42:47 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Taipei Computer Association will lead six Taiwanese original game development teams to the 2026 Tokyo Game Show, showcasing the strength of Taiwan’s indie games and expanding into international markets. The move is expected to raise the global profile of Taiwanese games. Billion Electric’s new-factory assets transferred on the 18th；semiconductor application visibility extends through next year, with further expansion plannedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774007Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:40:44 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Billion Electric purchased a new factory in Taichung Industrial Park for NT$323 million, completing the title transfer on the 18th and strengthening production capacity for semiconductor CPU heat sinks. Semiconductor applications account for more than 50% of its business, and order visibility extends through 2027, reflecting its commitment to long-term expansion. Musk and Altman join forces to hit the brakes；OpenAI cancels IPO: what are the 3 AI giants afraid of？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774008Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:40:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Anthropic’s Amodei and OpenAI’s Altman have advocated adjusting the pace of AI development. OpenAI has postponed its 2026 IPO, signaling that it places importance on safety risks. Tai康生技 opens Zhubei commercial microbial production plant；has already secured orders from Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774009Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:33:49 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Tai康生技 opened its commercial microbial production plant in Zhubei and has already secured orders from Japanese customers for marketed products. It also signed an agreement with U.S.-based GeneFeb to expand CDMO services in gene therapy and strengthen its international presence. 〈Real estate〉Among New Taipei redevelopment zones, the gap between presale and completed-home prices is lowest in Wenzizun, at just NT$64,000 per pinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774010Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:33:21 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網新北市主要重劃區の予約販売と既存住宅の価格差を調査。塭仔圳が坪単価6.4万円で最も差が小さく、購入者にとってコスト効率の高い選択肢となる。 Ru Yi to begin bidding tomorrow; floor price NT$20; OTC listing scheduled for 10/6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774011Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:30:19 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網儒億 (6604-TW) is offering new shares to the public ahead of its OTC listing, with bidding set to begin on Sept. 17 at a floor price of 20 yuan. It is scheduled to list on Oct. 6, 2025, against a backdrop of strong business performance. Will AI or climate change lead to humanity’s extinction? Grok gives an unequivocal answerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774012Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:30:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Billionaire Mark Cuban asked the AI chatbot Grok, “Which poses a greater risk of human extinction: AI or climate change?” Grok answered that AI posed a 3% risk and climate change a 0.001% risk, rating the threat from AI as overwhelmingly greater. 美光推512GB DDR5 RDIMM 運作功耗降低逾6成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774013Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:29:23 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Micron has launched the world’s first 512GB DDR5 RDIMM, cutting power consumption by more than 60%. It supports the high-performance needs of AI and data centers and is slated for mass production in 2027. 00981A draws NT$240 million ahead of ex-dividend date; fills nearly six-tenths of the gap on first day; dividends to be paid on 10/13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774014Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:27:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The actively managed Capital Taiwan Growth ETF (00981A) goes ex-dividend today, with a distribution of NT$0.63 per share. It attracted NT$240 million in inflows on the preceding day, and filled nearly six-tenths of the price gap. The market response was strong, reflecting its high returns and tax-exempt distributions. Phison gives employees a Mid-Autumn Festival bonus: NT$100 million for domestic travel, plus an extra 1 month of payhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774015Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:21:32 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Phison Technology announced it will invest NT$100 million in a domestic travel program for employees and provide an extra 1 month of pay in support of government policy. The move enhances employee benefits and supports local economies, while setting an example of corporate social responsibility for the industry. From economies of scale to an innovation engine! Foreign investment rebounds and U.S. companies hit a 4-year high; German economist says China’s market is a “gym” for global competitivenesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774016Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Investment appetite in China among U.S. and German companies is recovering, and the Chinese market is transforming from the “world’s factory” into a “training ground for competitiveness.” Emerging industries such as AI and EVs are becoming new engines of growth. From “compensation after an event” to “support before it happens”: Shin Kong Life’s Wei Pao-sheng says AI is reshaping the insurance industryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774017Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:14:51 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Shin Kong Life Chairman Wei Pao-sheng said at a forum that AI is driving the insurance industry from post-event compensation toward proactive risk management, reshaping the industry and underscoring the importance of personalization and cross-sector integration. KPMG banking report: Domestic bank loans hit a record NT$44.82 trillion; credit card spending of NT$4.9 trillion and 3 major income categories also reach record highshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774018Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:13:45 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網According to KPMG’s 2026 report on Taiwan’s banking industry, domestic banks recorded pretax profit of NT$583.6 billion in 2025, a record high. The main factors were export growth driven by AI demand and growth in wealth management and virtual assets, as the industry’s overall revenue structure continues to evolve. AI spending weighs on profits; The Information: ByteDance sees rare decline in earnings in recent yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2774019Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:05:15 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網ByteDance’s net profit fell for the first time in several years amid increased AI investment, but revenue rose 30% to $120 billion, putting it on par with Meta. This reflects intensifying AI competition and strategic choices, and will have a major impact on the industry. U.S. official report acknowledges “ammunition shortages” in the U.S. military; Iran war costs US$33.4 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773450Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A report by the Office of the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Defense said that some U.S. munitions had become “scarce” during fighting with Iran. The Trump administration has denied this, but military costs of $33.4 billion and equipment losses have come to light, raising questions about its credibility. China-South Korea memory technology gap narrows: NAND trails by just 1 year, DRAM by about 2 years, while HBM remains a bottleneckhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773451Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A report by the Korea Semiconductor Industry Association says China is catching up with South Korea in NAND and DRAM technology, with gaps of 1 year and 2 years, respectively, while it remains 3 years behind in HBM. Yangtze and 長鑫儲存 are rapidly expanding capacity, but yield rates and equipment constraints remain major obstacles. Stock spotlight: CTBC 00406A draws attention with annualized distribution yield of up to 17%, tops ETF trading volumehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773452Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:41:41 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網CTBC Taiwan Income ETF (00406A) announced its third income distribution, with an estimated NT$0.138 per unit and an annualized distribution yield of 17%. It attracted heavy trading and led all ETFs in Taiwan by trading volume, showing that high-yield assets remain popular with the market. 12th consecutive month of growth! Surging chip shipments lift Japan’s August exports, but slower growth widens trade deficit furtherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773453https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773453Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:40:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Japan’s exports grew for the 12th consecutive month in August, with semiconductor equipment shipments surging. But higher import costs driven by elevated oil prices and a weaker yen widened the trade deficit to 1.1 trillion yen, marking 4 consecutive months in the red. U.S.-Iran war costs the United States US$38.1 billion in 5 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773454Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:26:49 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The United States has spent $38.1 billion in the 5 months since the start of the war with Iran. The sharp depletion of weapons stockpiles and the burden on the federal budget are worsening, potentially having a major impact on future national security. Semiconductor opportunity could reach US$32 trillion; these 4 stocks may benefithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773455Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:23:21 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Vivek Arya, an analyst at a U.S. bank, forecast that sustained AI demand would drive the semiconductor market to $3.2 trillion by 2030. Memory and data centers are the main growth drivers. Backing Jensen Huang! Meta opposes coordinated slowdown in AI development; Zuckerberg says each lab must take responsibilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773456Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:20:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that ensuring the safety of AI development requires each company to take responsibility voluntarily, rather than slowing development through an industry-wide agreement. He backed the position of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang. Trump to sell Israel 40,000 2,000-pound bombs in what would be the largest arms deal in recent yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773457https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773457Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:19:52 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Trump administration is seeking to sell Israel 40,000 2,000-pound bombs worth $2.8 billion. The deal would be one of the largest arms sales in recent years and has sparked debate at home and abroad over humanitarian concerns. Antai Bank officially launches high-net-worth wealth management business, deepening family succession and corporate leadership transition serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773458https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773458Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:18:56 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Antai Bank (2849-TW) today officially launched its high-net-worth wealth management service, with “Wise Wealth Transfer” at the heart of its brand. It offers integrated solutions for family succession and corporate leadership transitions to meet increasingly complex wealth management needs. CRIF warns Taiwan inflation could rise again! 4 major threats, including rents, freight costs and sticky service prices, could drive a prolonged increasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773459https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773459Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:17:40 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網CRIF warned that prices in Taiwan would remain elevated in the 2% range in 2026, with a risk of rising again. The main factors are rigid prices for housing, transportation and services, prompting calls for vigilance from the government and central bank. Do interest rate hikes always hit gold? Wall Street turns bullish instead, with key signal from the Fed in focushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773460Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:15:28 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網With an interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve (Fed) widely considered almost certain, gold prices are trending lower. Wall Street analysts say expectations of a rate hike have already been priced in and that the Fed’s policy stance going forward will be key to gold prices. Republican lawmaker proposes impeaching Defense Secretary Hegseth, accusing Trump administration of attacking Iran without congressional authorizationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773461Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Kentucky Republican Representative Thomas Massie proposed impeaching Defense Secretary Hegseth over attacks on Iran without congressional approval. Divisions within the party have come to the surface. Not a merger but an alliance! GAC and FAW weigh restructuring through cross-shareholdings; combined sales could surpass BYD, creating China’s largest automakerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2772999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2772999Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網GAC and FAW have formed a strategic partnership through cross-shareholding. They aim to overtake 比亜迪 and become China’s largest automaker through electrification and expanded scale. With state support, the partnership could set a precedent for industry consolidation. Congress calls for a stock-trading ban, but Trump’s trading volume exceeds that of all U.S. lawmakers combined, averaging 80 trades a dayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773000Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:55:22 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網As the U.S. Congress regulates stock trading by lawmakers, former President Trump’s trading volume has exceeded that of all lawmakers combined, heightening concerns about conflicts of interest. The president is exempt from the regulations, bringing ethical issues into sharp relief. Ukraine tests new anti-drone weapon, successfully destroying a “Shahed”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773001Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:51:43 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Ukraine has successfully shot down Shahed drones using a new, domestically developed counter-drone weapon. Technical challenges remain, but the country is accelerating the international deployment of its air defense technology and domestic development. This could mark a turning point for the defense industry. Is rental management about more than just “collecting rent”? After market upheaval, Fuqiao Property joins the Emerging Stock Board as the asset management era beginshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773002Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:51:06 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網富喬物業 has introduced the Golden Cudgel system and is shifting from rental management to asset management. It has listed on the Startup and Innovation Board (7432), leading the industry’s digitalization and structural reform. 國邑*L606 receives approval from China’s NMPA, joining a global pivotal Phase three clinical trial for interstitial lung disease treatmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773003Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:49:12 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網國邑*’s inhaled drug L606 has received approval from China’s NMPA, and China will participate in the international Phase III clinical trial for PH-ILD treatment. The company retains the commercialization rights, accelerating its market development. Financial Supervisory Commission promotes three-track financial innovation；Peng Jinlong: Insurance should shift from “selling insurance” to “risk management”.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773004Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:44:45 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Financial Supervisory Commission Chairman Peng Jinlong said at the 2026 Taiwan Insurance Development Forum that the insurance industry should shift from “selling insurance” to “risk management”，promote AI and three-track financial innovation，and enhance public trust. 補丁科技 lists on the emerging stock market today，surging 62% to join the new 千-yuan stock club.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773005Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:42:37 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網補丁科技 surged 62% on its first day on the emerging stock market，breaking above the 千-yuan mark to become a new 千-yuan stock. A 南亞科 subsidiary，it has AI memory technology adopted by 高通 and is poised for a turning point in mass production and royalty revenue in 2027. 韋僑’s first-half EPS reached 3.62 yuan，with strong operating growth. Full-year revenue is estimated to hit a record high as trading volume surged today.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773006Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:41:33 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網RFID solutions provider 韋僑科技 achieved EPS of 3.62 yuan in the first half of 2026 and is expanding its business on the back of a new factory and medical demand. Full-year revenue is expected to reach a record high, and its expansion into Japan is also accelerating. 〈Taiwan stocks open〉Market volume thins and prices rise on the eve of Taiwan index futures settlement，with gains topping 300 points as individual themes shine.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773007Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:40:20 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks rose more than 300 points against the trend on the eve of the FOMC meeting and the Taiwan index futures settlement day. Optical，DRAM and optical communications stocks led gains，while 台積電 completed its dividend adjustment，signaling steady market confidence. Meta reportedly to unveil “camera-free” smart glasses next week，targeting the market in October to sidestep privacy concerns.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773008Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:40:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 攜程 lists tickets for 2027 Virgin Galactic space flights，priced at 24.16 million.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773009Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:28:01 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網中国の旅行プラットフォーム「携程」が2027年のヴァージン・ギャラクティック宇宙旅行チケットを販売開始。価格は人民元510万（約2,416万円）で、中国で最も高価な宇宙旅行商品となり、681件の販売実績がある。 OpenAI’s Altman: AI industry can address safety risks；media coverage is “disappointing”.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773010Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:25:15 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed confidence in the safe advancement of AI while voicing disappointment with the media’s approach to reporting. He advocated adopting the aviation industry’s incident-reporting culture and stressed the shared responsibility of companies, governments and individuals. OpenAI valuation could surge to 1.2 trillion dollars？Major investors reportedly in talks over a new funding round.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773011Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:25:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網OpenAI is in talks with major investors about raising new funds. Its valuation could reach $1.2 trillion, keeping the AI industry’s attention focused on the company. 立凱-KY settles on Tainan for new factory，targets shipments next July and positions itself in the non-China supply chain.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773012Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:19:58 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網立凱-KY is establishing a new factory in Tainan, Taiwan, and plans to begin shipping LFP precursors to North America in July 2027. It is responding to efforts to avoid dependence on China and aims to become profitable in 2028. 〈Stocks in focus〉今國光’s operations have risen quarter by quarter，and its stock surged today to trade above all moving averages.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773013Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:19:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網今国光 recorded its highest monthly revenue in 13 years in August 2026, driven by growing demand for infrared thermal-imaging lenses. Its share price also rose, moving above all moving averages. 台積電’s dividend adjustment has been bumpy；after going ex-dividend by 7 yuan today，the stock barely filled the dividend gap intraday，holding at the ex-dividend reference price.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773014Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:18:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台積電が1株7元の現金配当で除息取引を開始し、一時的に貼り付きながらも当日中に填息に成功した。創業者や主要株主が巨額の配当を受け取り、国発基金が最大の受益者となった。 Trump opposes slowing AI development；he plans to convene industry heavyweights at the White House next week for discussions.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773015Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:12:41 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Trump administration convened AI company executives at the White House to discuss whether to regulate the pace of development. The focus is on balancing U.S.-China technological competition with safety. OpenAI teams up with Anthropic and Google to discuss AI safety；FTC cautions against using the opportunity to build a “moat”.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773016Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:10:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網OpenAI is considering cooperation on AI safety with Anthropic and Google DeepMind. The FTC is concerned that “safety” could become a “moat” used to keep new entrants out. Strong server demand for 永擎；company expects second-half revenue to exceed the first half，with a revenue ratio of 四 to 六.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773017Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:05:25 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 新調查：八成糖友定期回診仍焦慮！醫籲：建立血糖管理 3 觀念，控糖更有效 - Heho健康https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260916-12/index-en-p11.html#n2773890Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:43:21 +0900TaiwanHeho健康