# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-19 12:00–15:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Taiwan, 94 items from 3 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## All-of-Society Defense Resilience Forum: U.S. experts urge Taiwan to adapt international experience and send personnel to Ukraine

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:44:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190104.aspx
- anchor: #n2846058
- Companies mentioned: Mental Help Global、美國聯邦緊急事故管理總署（FEMA）

The Presidential Office held an international forum on all-of-society defense resilience. Experts shared Ukraine’s experience and recommended that Taiwan adapt international resilience practices to local conditions and send personnel to Ukraine for exchanges to strengthen its defense preparedness.

## U.S.-China AI safety dialogue: Taiwanese business representatives say boundaries for safety regulation must be discussed

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:39:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609190103.aspx
- anchor: #n2846054
- Companies mentioned: 全國台企聯、兩岸企業家峰會

The Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum discussed AI industry development, with Taiwanese business representatives calling on the U.S. and China to step up dialogue and clarify regulatory boundaries. Yin Chi-ming recommended that Taiwan’s industries move away from overreliance on semiconductors and seek cross-strait cooperation in AI and drones.

Facts:
- The 29th Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum was held in Beijing’s Yizhuang.
- Lee Cheng-hung said restricting AI in the name of security could hinder development.
- Yin Chi-ming recommended that Taiwan’s industries pursue greater diversification.
- Yin Chi-ming said the two sides of the Taiwan Strait could cooperate in AI, drones and robotics.

## Hirokazu Kore-eda’s Look Back focuses on human warmth; he reveals a treasured photo of Hou Hsiao-hsien from behind

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:35:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202609190102.aspx
- anchor: #n2846050

Director Hirokazu Kore-eda held a press conference in Taipei, discussing his commitment to making the live-action adaptation of “Look Back” and his respect for director Hou Hsiao-hsien.

Facts:
- Hirokazu Kore-eda served as director, screenwriter and editor of the live-action version of Look Back.
- Hirokazu Kore-eda regards director Hou Hsiao-hsien as a goal to strive toward.
- The live-action version of Look Back is currently showing in Taiwan.

## Chiayi urban rail elevation project more than 6 tenths complete; aims to open by the end of 118

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:31:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190101.aspx
- anchor: #n2846051

The Chiayi urban rail elevation project is ahead of schedule and aims to open by the end of 118, significantly improving local transport efficiency and safety.

## Gun battle at Pakistan police headquarters leaves 31 dead and more than 100 injured

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:29:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190100.aspx
- anchor: #n2846052

An armed attack and suicide bombing targeted police headquarters in Kohat, Pakistan, killing at least 31 people and injuring more than 100.

## 華信航空 considers cutting Hualien flights from October

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:27:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190099.aspx
- anchor: #n2846053
- Companies mentioned: 華信航空、立榮航空

華信航空 has received Civil Aeronautics Administration approval to cut flights on its Hualien route from October due to low passenger load factors. The released capacity will be reassigned to higher-demand outlying island routes, including Penghu and Kinmen.

Facts:
- 華信航空 has received Civil Aeronautics Administration approval for its request to cut flights on the Hualien route.
- The Kaohsiung-Hualien route will be reduced from 7 to 5 flights per week starting Oct. 1.
- The Taichung-Hualien route will remain at 3 flights per week.
- Capacity freed up by the cuts will be reassigned to routes to Penghu or Kinmen.

## Cho Jung-tai: Government pushing urban renewal and unsafe-building redevelopment; bills will be countersigned after speedy Legislative Yuan review

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:26:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190098.aspx
- anchor: #n2846046

Premier Cho Jung-tai urged the Legislative Yuan to speed up review of amendments on urban renewal and the redevelopment of unsafe buildings. He said increasing floor-area incentives to encourage developers to donate housing for newlyweds and families with children would improve living conditions and address population aging.

Facts:
- As of the end of July, a total of 6,421 urban renewal and unsafe-building redevelopment projects had been approved nationwide.
- Developers who donate housing for newlyweds and families with children for use as social housing can receive urban renewal floor-area bonuses of up to 2 times the base allowance.
- Donations of housing for newlyweds and families with children or other social welfare facilities within unsafe-building redevelopment areas qualify for a floor-area bonus of 1.45 times the base allowance.

## 宏碁陳俊聖：第4季PC估漲價5%至20% 明年中價格達高峰

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:25:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190097.aspx
- anchor: #n2846047
- Companies mentioned: 宏碁

宏碁董事長陳俊聖表示，今年Q4 PC售價預估上漲5%-20%，預計明年中達高峰後轉折。宏碁採取多引擎策略應對，並看好AI應用發展。

## National skills competition delegation departs; Hung Sun-han sees off competitors at Songshan Airport

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:24:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190096.aspx
- anchor: #n2846048

The 48th International Skills Competition will be held in Shanghai, with Taiwan sending 53 competitors. Labor Minister Hung Sun-han saw them off at the airport, expressing hope that they would perform steadily and achieve strong results.

## Ozone hole recovery: Solomon warns of risks from wildfires and chemical leaks

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:23:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190095.aspx
- anchor: #n2846042
- Companies mentioned: 美國國家海洋暨大氣總署、麻省理工學院、NASA

Tang Prize laureate Susan Solomon said in a lecture that the ozone layer is slowly recovering thanks to international policy cooperation, but warned that climate change and industrial leaks threaten to undermine that progress.

## Named head of Lee Chuan’s campaign headquarters, Hou You-yi says: He will do a better job than I did

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:16:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190094.aspx
- anchor: #n2846038
- Companies mentioned: 国民党

At an event for Lee Sichuan’s campaign headquarters, Mayor Hou You-yi announced that he would become campaign director. Both emphasized continuity in the succession and development of New Taipei City’s municipal administration.

Facts:
- New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi has been named campaign director for Lee Chuan.
- New Taipei City was upgraded to a special municipality 15 years ago.
- Lee Chuan announced Hou You-yi’s appointment as campaign director at the founding convention of his campaign headquarters’ support association.

## Analysis: Trump can claim victory, Denmark can breathe a sigh of relief as Greenland deal serves both sides’ interests

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:14:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190093.aspx
- anchor: #n2846034
- Companies mentioned: 紐約時報、華盛頓郵報

Trump reached an Arctic security agreement with Denmark and Greenland. The agreement stipulates that only NATO members may establish bases and is seen as a compromise that safeguards U.S. interests while preserving Danish sovereignty.

## Major events of the week, 0913-0919

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609195002.aspx
- anchor: #n2846057
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、輝達

Major global news this week centered on U.S. military and foreign policy, AI safety regulation, Australian visa reform, and Taiwan’s general budget and outlying-island infrastructure. Several geopolitical shifts had far-reaching implications for international security and trade.

## Chang Ke-chin pitches 6 strong innings and earns a 90 score at Taoyuan Cup, helping Chung Hsing secure its first win

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:06:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190092.aspx
- anchor: #n2846029

The high school division of the Taoyuan Cup opened, with Chang Ke-chin of Chung Hsing Senior High School pitching 6 strong innings to lead his team to a narrow 1-0 win over Meiho High School.

## 華郵：美伊戰爭美軍陣亡人數 五角大廈疑短報

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190091.aspx
- anchor: #n2846025
- Companies mentioned: 華盛頓郵報、The Washington Post、中央社、五角大廈、戰爭部、國防傷亡分析系統、DCAS

華盛頓郵報報導，美伊戰爭期間美軍在中東陣亡人數可能超過五角大廈公開數據，部分官員對傷亡統計未如實反映深感不滿。

Facts:
- At least 22 U.S. service members have died
- At least 4 more
- 23 U.S. service members have been killed
- 3 U.S. contractor personnel stationed there
- Listed 18 U.S. military deaths

## Miaoli man mistakenly hits accelerator while pulling out, crashes through convenience store window; no injuries

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:57:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609190090.aspx
- anchor: #n2845963

A vehicle crashed into a convenience store in Houlong Township, Miaoli County. A man surnamed Chen is suspected of mistakenly hitting the accelerator, causing the vehicle to lurch forward and smash through the store’s window. No one was injured.

Facts:
- A car crashed into a convenience store on Chenggong Road in Houlong Township, Miaoli.
- The driver involved in the crash was a 35-year-old man surnamed Chen.
- The suspected main cause of the crash was mistakenly pressing the accelerator.
- No one was injured in the accident.
- A breath test found no alcohol in the driver’s system.

## Xi Jinping’s health draws attention ahead of meeting with Trump; U.S. media say he smokes, drinks and dislikes exercise

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:55:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609190089.aspx
- anchor: #n2845899
- Companies mentioned: 華爾街日報

Xi Jinping’s absence from a dinner during the BRICS summit in India after reportedly feeling unwell prompted speculation about his health. Reports cited risks associated with his longstanding lifestyle habits and age, while Indian officials rejected rumors that he was seriously ill.

## 交通部修法加重毒駕罰則 拒測首罰27萬 重考照須上課、戒癮

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:55:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190087.aspx
- anchor: #n2845895

Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications announced draft amendments to subordinate regulations under the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act to prevent drug-impaired driving. The proposals include higher fines, vehicle confiscation and stricter requirements for regaining a driver’s license, and aim to take effect in the fourth quarter of this year.

Facts:
- The Ministry of Transportation released a draft amendment to toughen penalties for drug-impaired driving.
- Passengers aged 18 or older riding with a drug-impaired driver will be fined.

## Huang Kuo-chang: Leave the Zhubei issue in Zhubei; blue-white cooperation in Yunlin going smoothly

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:49:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190088.aspx
- anchor: #n2845900
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、國民黨

民眾黨主席黃國昌與國民黨雲林縣長張麗善及張嘉郡合體，強調雲林藍白合作順利。黃國昌公開表態支持張嘉郡參選，並聚焦國土與財政法規修正。

## 29th Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum opens; Beijing mayor says exchanges will continue

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609190086.aspx
- anchor: #n2845896
- Companies mentioned: 兩岸企業家峰會、全國台企聯

The 29th Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum opened in Beijing to discuss industrial and technological cooperation. Representatives from both sides called for stronger exchanges, joint efforts to address global supply-chain challenges and improvements to people’s livelihoods.

## Coast Guard searches for Zhang Junjie’s attempted escape; wanted DUI suspect caught aboard recreational boat off Taitung

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:40:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609190085.aspx
- anchor: #n2845891

The Coast Guard stepped up maritime patrols to prevent Zhang Junjie from fleeing and intercepted and arrested a wanted DUI suspect on Green Island.

## 北科捕手林昀樂因傷無緣青棒國手 攻守更平衡拚旅外

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:37:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190084.aspx
- anchor: #n2845889
- Companies mentioned: 北科附工、麥寮高中

北科附工捕手林昀樂受傷錯過U18國手機會，但在桃園盃復出表現出色，力拚畢業後挑戰旅外。

## Stan Shih: It Won’t Be Easy for AI Development to Slow; Taiwan’s Supply Chain Will Only Get Stronger

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:32:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190083.aspx
- anchor: #n2845885
- Companies mentioned: 宏碁

Speaking at a forum, Stan Shih said AI development is irreversible and demand for production capacity is huge. Taiwan’s supply chain should leverage its flexibility and speed, continuing to create value and global influence through the spirit of Wangdao.

Facts:
- Stan Shih said it would not be easy for AI development to slow.
- Taiwan’s supply chain currently lacks the production capacity to support the rapid development of AI.
- Taiwan’s supply chain is characterized by quick response times and great flexibility.
- Stan Shih advocates incorporating the spirit of Wangdao into AI.
- Taiwan should focus on intangible, implicit value in the future.

## Flying to Penghu to Campaign, Lu Shiow-yen Says: ‘The Outlying Islands Matter Too; Those Who Put the People First Should All Be Elected’

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:32:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190082.aspx
- anchor: #n2845886

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen traveled to Penghu to campaign, stressing the importance of the outlying islands and urging local elections to return to policy discussions and avoid a culture of recalls.

## TFDA Announces 2 Changes to Drug Recall Rules; No Relabeling Required for Repackaged Products

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:29:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190081.aspx
- anchor: #n2845887

The TFDA has announced proposed revisions to drug recall rules, easing recall restrictions after packaging changes and formalizing a tiered recall system.

## Chou Chun-mi and Liang Yu-tzu Campaign Together at Market, Chanting ‘Pingtung Has Rice and Grain’

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:22:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190080.aspx
- anchor: #n2845761

Democratic Progressive Party Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi and mayoral candidate Liang Yu-tzu jointly canvassed at the North District Market, promoting county-city cooperation policies.

Facts:
- Chou Chun-mi Seeks Re-election as Pingtung County Magistrate
- Liang Yu-tzu Is a Candidate for Pingtung City Mayor
- The joint canvassing took place at the North District Market in Pingtung City.
- After canvassing, Liang Yu-tzu and Chang Chih-hao rode bicycles around Pingtung City.
- Liang Yu-tzu was elected county councilor 4 years ago.

## Asian Games Badminton Team Draw Released; Doubles Key to Men’s Team Reaching the Last 8

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:17:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190079.aspx
- anchor: #n2845758

名古屋アジア大会のバドミントン団体戦が明日開幕する。台湾男子団体は第3シードで8強からの登場が見込まれ、ダブルスが勝負の鍵となる。

Facts:
- Taiwan’s men’s badminton team is seeded 3rd at the tournament.
- 劉佳城認為男團8強賽中，第2、4點雙打是獲勝關鍵。
- 台灣女團被列為大會第4種子，8強預料對上印尼。

## Trump-Xi Meeting Nears; US and China Discuss Tariffs on US LNG Imports

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:15:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609190078.aspx
- anchor: #n2845753
- Companies mentioned: 中國燃氣、維吉公司 (Venture Global)

The US and China are discussing lowering tariffs on LNG imports and may reach a broad energy and agriculture agreement during the Trump-Xi meeting. The move could restore bilateral energy trade, and Chinese buyers have recently resumed purchases of US LNG.

## Foreign Banks Launch Taiwan Recruitment Drives, Seeking Cross-Disciplinary Talent Regardless of Major

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:14:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190077.aspx
- anchor: #n2845754
- Companies mentioned: 星展銀行、滙豐銀行、渣打銀行

Foreign banks including DBS, HSBC and Standard Chartered have launched recruitment drives in Taiwan targeting young people and cross-disciplinary talent, with an emphasis on developing digital and AI skills.

## Lee Yang Temporarily Denied Entry at Asian Games; Chiang Wan-an Condemns Suppression of Taiwan

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190076.aspx
- anchor: #n2845749
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、民主進步黨

Lee Yang, head of Taiwan’s sports delegation, was blocked from entering the Asian Games flag-raising ceremony. Chiang Wan-an condemned the act of suppression.

## Influential House Lawmaker Writes to Trump, Urging Him to Reject China’s Demand to Oppose Arms Sales to Taiwan

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190075.aspx
- anchor: #n2845750
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、華爾街日報、The Wall Street Journal

Republican Mike Gallagher, chair of the US House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, wrote to President Donald Trump, urging him to take a hard line when meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and reject China’s demand to oppose arms sales to Taiwan. He also warned China not to covertly assist Iran or help it target US forces.

Facts:
- Meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on the 24th
- Pending approval of arms sales to Taiwan worth US$14 billion
- 在他5月訪問北京期間
- The attack that killed 3 US troops
- Iran launched an attack in July
- Trump played down the matter in his response on the 13th

## New Recruitment Standards for Finance in the AI Era; Foreign Banks: Candidates Must Be Able to Translate Problems into Solutions

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:02:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190074.aspx
- anchor: #n2845745
- Companies mentioned: 滙豐（台灣）商業銀行、渣打銀行（台灣）、星展銀行（台灣）

AI development is reshaping the definition of talent in the financial industry, and foreign banks are seeking cross-disciplinary candidates. They value data literacy and the ability to turn problems into solutions, while emphasizing people-centered expertise.

## Promoting Social Prescribing, Chen Shih-chung Says Framework Centered on a Single Medical Center Should Be Broken

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:58:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190073.aspx
- anchor: #n2845683
- Companies mentioned: 台灣南方社會力聯盟、義大醫院

Executive Yuan政務委員 Chen Shih-chung attended the ‘Social Prescribing・Southern Initiative’ forum, calling for an end to the framework centered on a single medical center and for stronger links to discharge planning and cross-disciplinary integration to address the challenges of an aging society.

Facts:
- Chen Shih-chung attended the ‘Social Prescribing・Southern Initiative’ event in Kaohsiung.
- The use rate for Kaohsiung’s seamless discharge-planning service is about 95%.
- The ‘Southern Initiative Declaration’ includes ten items, such as Healthy Taiwan and community inclusion.

## Drones Drop Seed-Capsule Seedling Packs on Mataian Creek Landslide Site; More Than 40 Hectares Restored to Date

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:53:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190072.aspx
- anchor: #n2845618
- Companies mentioned: 國立宜蘭大學

The Hualien Branch and National Ilan University are using drones to restore vegetation at the Mataian Creek landslide site, restoring more than 40 hectares to date. The effort aims to use technology to reduce the risks of manual afforestation and stabilize the slopes.

## Tainan Confucius Temple Culture Festival Opens with ‘Cinnabar Blessing for Wisdom’ Ceremony

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:49:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190071.aspx
- anchor: #n2845619

Tainan Confucius Temple is holding a culture festival to celebrate the 360th anniversary of its founding. Mayor Huang Wei-che presided over a ‘Cinnabar Blessing for Wisdom’ ceremony to pray for 120 new students. The event not only passes on traditional educational culture but also strengthens community identity.

## MLB’s Judge Has Right Calf Strain; Yankees Place Him on 10-Day Injured List

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190070.aspx
- anchor: #n2845620
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、MLB、紐約洋基、路透社、美聯社、明尼蘇達雙城、亞利桑那響尾蛇、坦帕灣光芒

美國職棒大聯盟紐約洋基隊宣布，外野手賈吉因右小腿拉傷，將被列入10天傷兵名單，預計9月27日可重返出賽名單。

Facts:
- 10-day injured list
- Won the American League Most Valuable Player award 3 times
- After the 6th inning
- The 1st inning
- Aged 34
- Missed more than 3 months
- Sept. 8
- Begin a 3-game series
- Dating back to the 17th
- Sept. 27
- 88 wins and 64 losses
- 5 games behind
- 4-game series
- 66 games
- Batting average: 2成41
- 18 home runs
- 41 RBIs
- 7 games
- 23 at-bats
- 4 hits
- Batting average: 1成74
- 1 home run
- 3 RBIs

## Taipei City Government Urges Markets Not to Display Election Flags; Chiang Wan-an: Management Standards Must Be Consistent

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:43:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190069.aspx
- anchor: #n2845610
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Taipei’s Market Administration Office has told market自治会 not to display election flags, prompting Chiang Wan-an to stress that standards must be consistent. The office clarified that the restriction applies only to public areas in public markets, while personal belongings are not restricted.

Facts:
- Taipei’s Market Administration Office wrote to market自治会 informing them that vendors may not display election flags.
- Chiang Wan-an said management standards for public spaces must be consistent.
- Under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, campaign flags may not be hung on public facilities or land.
- The city government has never prohibited vendors from personally using or wearing campaign items.

## Cheng Chao-fang Unveils Hsinchu County Waterfront Management Blueprint; Ecological Methods to Create Spaces for Enjoying the Water

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:42:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190068.aspx
- anchor: #n2845611

Democratic Progressive Party Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Cheng Chao-fang has proposed a blueprint for ecological waterfront management. He advocates improving the county’s waterways through ecological methods and creating more spaces for people to enjoy the water.

## Lee Yang Temporarily Denied Entry at Asian Games; Cho Jung-tai Urges Organizers to Uphold Olympic Spirit

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190067.aspx
- anchor: #n2845612

Sports Minister Lee Yang was temporarily blocked from entering the Asian Games athletes’ village but was allowed in after discussions. The incident drew concern from the Executive Yuan, which urged the organizers to uphold the Olympic spirit.

## Li Hao-yu Gets 4 Hits in a Game, Including Game-Tying 2-Run Homer; 10 MLB Homers in a Season Set Record for Taiwanese Player [Video]

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:36:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190066.aspx
- anchor: #n2845604
- Companies mentioned: 底特律老虎隊、芝加哥白襪隊、中華職業棒球大聯盟富邦悍將隊

Li Hao-yu had 4 hits in an MLB game and hit his 10th home run of the season, becoming the first Taiwanese player to reach double-digit home runs in a season and helping the Tigers beat the White Sox.

Facts:
- Li Hao-yu had 4 hits in a game and hit his 10th home run of the season.
- Hao-Yu Lee breaks record for most home runs by a Taiwanese player in a single MLB season
- 底特律老虎隊 beat 芝加哥白襪隊 11-8
- Hao-Yu Lee is 23 years old

## 美光 labor-management mediation gets off to a promising start; company pledges no retaliation, meeting again 10/22

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:28:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190065.aspx
- anchor: #n2845605
- Companies mentioned: 美光、台灣美光記憶體工會

The first mediation meeting between 美光 and 台灣美光記憶體工會 got off to a promising start. Both sides agreed to continue talks and pledged no retaliation.

## Traffic Safety Month winds down; Taitung police launch 3-day crackdown along the east coast from the 21st

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:28:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190064.aspx
- anchor: #n2845606

The Taitung Chenggong Precinct will conduct a major traffic enforcement operation from 9/21-23, strictly targeting dangerous driving.

## Magong mahjong tournament kicks off, with players vying for glory in a lively competition

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:25:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190063.aspx
- anchor: #n2845600

Magong City held its 3rd mahjong tournament, drawing 160 participants. The event aims to promote local特色 and foster friendship.

## Tainan AI Learning Center unveiled, bringing technology resources into classrooms and hands-on learning

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:21:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190062.aspx
- anchor: #n2845595

The Tainan City AI Learning Center was officially unveiled alongside the nationwide First School Curriculum Expo. It aims to strengthen interdisciplinary, hands-on teaching by integrating AI and digital learning resources.

Facts:
- The city government is promoting its “a tablet for every student” policy to narrow the digital learning gap.
- A total of 17 schools took part in presentations of results at the curriculum expo.

## Public vessels collide in the South China Sea; 菲律賓外交部 accuses China of violating international law

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190061.aspx
- anchor: #n2845586
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、菲律賓外交部、菲律賓海岸防衛隊、中國海警、菲律賓漁業局、中國駐菲律賓大使館、台灣海巡署

Chinese and Philippine public vessels collided in a disputed area of the South China Sea. 菲律賓外交部 condemned China for violating international law and called for restraint, while the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines accused the Philippine side of unprofessional vessel handling.

Facts:
- 中國海警 21585 vessel
- 54 nautical miles from Palawan province in the Philippines
- Shortly after 11 a.m. that day

## Female street cleaner struck by scooter while sweeping in New Taipei’s Shulin at dawn; dies after being taken to hospital

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609190051.aspx
- anchor: #n2845587
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

A traffic accident occurred at dawn in Shulin District, New Taipei City. A 51-year-old female sanitation worker surnamed Zheng was struck by a scooter ridden by a 32-year-old man surnamed Hu while on cleanup duty. She was taken to hospital with severe injuries and died.

Facts:
- 51 years old
- At around 6 a.m.
- 32 years old
- Around 6:12 a.m.

## Washington state and Taiwan sign memorandum to cooperate on language and STEM education

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:08:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190050.aspx
- anchor: #n2845588

Taiwan’s Ministry of Education and the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction signed an education cooperation memorandum focused on language and STEM exchanges, deepening Taiwan-U.S. education initiatives.

Facts:
- Taiwan’s Ministry of Education and the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction sign education cooperation memorandum
- Cooperation focuses on language and STEM education
- The signatories were 勒斯拉普 and 李毓娟
- Taiwan has signed 31 education cooperation memorandums with 28 U.S. states

## Sports Minister Lee Yang inspects Asian Games relay station, hoping to make it as complete as possible

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:02:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190049.aspx
- anchor: #n2845579

Sports Minister Lee Yang inspected the Asian Games relay station at Misono Elementary School in Nagoya, emphasizing the provision of comprehensive facilities and care for athletes. The Ministry of Agriculture is also working with organizers to ensure food safety.

## Flag bearer Chang Huan-yi gets first taste of relay station, joking that it feels like the entire National Sports Training Center was moved there

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:02:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190048.aspx
- anchor: #n2845580

Wushu athlete Chang Huan-yi experienced the Asian Games relay station, praising its comprehensive facilities. She will serve as the flag bearer at the opening ceremony.

## Debate over slowing AI development drives tech giants’ capital spending, accelerating transformation of Taiwan’s supply chain

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:01:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190047.aspx
- anchor: #n2845581
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、OpenAI、SpaceX、Google、NVIDIA、Meta、Amazon、Alphabet、Microsoft

As debate over safety in AI development intensifies, investment by major players remains at a high level. This changing environment marks a crucial juncture that is accelerating the shift toward higher value-added production in Taiwan’s supply chain.

Facts:
- Total capital spending by the world’s 4 largest cloud service providers is set to reach a record $745 billion
- Anthropic CEO Amodei calls for adjusting the pace of improvements to AI models
- OpenAI will not go public this year

## Pomelos for the Mid-Autumn Festival: Taitung’s Donghe pomelos shipped directly to Banqiao from the 22nd for a taste-and-buy promotion

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:54:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190046.aspx
- anchor: #n2845454
- Companies mentioned: 台東東河鄉農會、新北市板橋區農會

The Agriculture and Food Agency will hold a promotion for Taitung Donghe pomelos in Banqiao, New Taipei, from September 22 to 24. Through on-site tastings and sales, the event aims to bring seasonal produce from Taitung’s east coast directly to northern Taiwan and support local farmers.

## 桃園盃青棒黃宥傑3安2打點 助北科擊敗麥寮搶首勝

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:50:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190045.aspx
- anchor: #n2845455

Beike Vocational High School beat Mailiao Senior High School 11-2 in its opening game at the Taoyuan Cup youth baseball tournament, earning its first win. Huang Youjie led the way with 3 hits and 2 RBIs, while head coach Lin Jian-nan said the team’s defensive positioning and substitutions were well managed.

## Trump moves to extend higher H-1B visa fee measure by 1 year

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:49:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190044.aspx
- anchor: #n2845456
- Companies mentioned: 美國全國商會

The Trump administration announced that it will extend its executive order on H-1B visa fees by 1 year, keeping the fee at $100,000. The move is intended to advance a hard-line immigration policy but faces legal challenges and opposition from business groups.

Facts:
- U.S. President Trump extends executive order on H-1B visa fees by 1 year
- The fee for H-1B nonimmigrant visas is $100,000
- The fee does not apply to those who already hold student visas or to renewals of existing visas
- A federal judge previously ruled that the Trump administration’s fee hike was illegal

## Warren Buffett’s eldest son takes over! 71-year-old Howard becomes Berkshire chairman after 33 years as an apprentice

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165987
- anchor: #n2845965

## Should you change your motorcycle’s oil after riding 1000 kilometers? Expert reveals the “right time” to change it; 1 money-saving shortcut is quick and available 24 hours a day

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:55:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165869
- anchor: #n2845966

## Summer electricity bills unusually high this year? “No one was home for half a month, yet it topped 40,000 yuan”; Taipower offers solutions for soaring bills and abnormal power use

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:44:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165988
- anchor: #n2845967

## Taiwan gets a new attraction! Grand reopening on 9/26 with major upgrades: free admission, easy access, plenty of facilities and stunning scenery; see the highlights and address

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:27:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165984
- anchor: #n2845968

## Selling gas cylinders at a loss! Mounting losses add to CPC’s woes, raising concerns about its ability to procure energy internationally

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:25:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165980
- anchor: #n2845969

## Today’s (9/19) top news! 15 counties and cities nationwide announce seniors “won’t have to pay health insurance premiums”!／2026 Mid-Autumn Festival gift payments for the 6 special municipalities are here! Payments begin tomorrow, 9/20／How to claim the “200-yuan red envelope” being given out today in 18 counties and cities?

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:22:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165983
- anchor: #n2845970

## Could a politician treating people to a meal amount to vote-buying? Ko Wen-je asks just “one question” about the Hsieh Tien-lin case in Changhua: “I have absolutely no confidence in the judiciary”

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:10:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165985
- anchor: #n2845971

## U.S.-China leaders’ state banquet set for the 24th! Trump previews multiple agreements with Xi; Cook and Altman among the guests

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165977
- anchor: #n2845972

## Taiwan’s famous restaurant chain shuts down for good! Founded 40 years ago, all 20 locations nationwide are closing, bringing its history to an end

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:56:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165979
- anchor: #n2845685

## Could Hsieh Tien-lin’s vote count surge after his detention? Doctor advises Wei Ping-cheng to take a “risky move” in the Changhua election: “The more the DPP hides, the worse it gets”

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:34:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165978
- anchor: #n2845686

## Why were ancient palace women forbidden to make a sound during the emperor’s visits? The truth behind what TV dramas don’t show: neither the emperor nor his consorts could fully enjoy intimacy

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165503
- anchor: #n2845687

## Students’ families, claim your money! New Ministry of Labor program offers up to 62400 yuan to eligible people nationwide; how and when to apply for living assistance

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:24:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165733
- anchor: #n2845688

## How much money do you need to stop working? Expert reveals a way to calculate your “financial freedom number” and find out at what age you can retire

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11164766
- anchor: #n2845520

## World’s best airlines for 2026 announced! Singapore Airlines takes the top spot, while Starlux earns Skytrax 5-star recognition and the title of “World’s Cleanest Airline Cabin”

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165974
- anchor: #n2845519

## International Forum on Resilience in Defense》World Disaster Management Alliance established; Lai Ching-te says it marks a major breakthrough in Taiwan’s international participation

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:56:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165975
- anchor: #n2845521

## New traffic rules set to be enforced nationwide! Violators will face a “150,000-yuan fine, immediate license revocation and driving ban,” with passengers in the same vehicle also penalized

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:53:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165731
- anchor: #n2845522

## 13 more payments due in September! Labor insurance benefits calendar: up to more than 100,000 yuan; see payment dates for national pension and labor pensions

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:49:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165973
- anchor: #n2845523

## 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival gifts for the 6 special municipalities are here! Government gives out “red envelopes of up to 2500 yuan per person” today, 9/20; see payment amounts and eligibility

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:37:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165501
- anchor: #n2845524
- Companies mentioned: 台北市、桃園市、台中市、台南市、高雄市、新北市

Facts:
- 2,000 yuan per household
- 1,500 yuan per household for single-person low-income households
- 300 yuan per household
- City residents aged 65 or older
- Indigenous residents aged 55 or older
- Registered and actual residence in 桃園市 for more than 6 months
- Resided in Taiwan for more than 183 days

## Seniors aged 65, claim your money! Starting 9/21, “10000 yuan in cash per person”; 1 county or city will deposit it automatically. Eligibility and amounts for Chongyang senior-citizen benefits across Taiwan

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:25:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165724
- anchor: #n2845525
- Companies mentioned: 台北捷運、四大便利商店、美廉社

Facts:
- Up to 70,000 yuan
- Centenarians who meet county government and township office eligibility requirements can receive up to 70,000 yuan

## Could the 2026 Taipei election outlook shift against Chiang Wan-an? She warns of the “ocean current” effect from Shen Po-yang: the one thing campaigns must avoid

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:20:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165971
- anchor: #n2845526

## Hyrox “finished despite incontinence” controversy: Australian female athlete apologizes, organizers promise refunds

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165970
- anchor: #n2845527

## Google joins OpenAI and Anthropic in exposing AI agent security risks! Gemini security test accidentally breached 3 companies

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:04:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610867
- anchor: #n2845903
- Companies mentioned: Google、OpenAI、Anthropic、Meta、Irregular、特斯拉、輝達、AI新創公司

Facts:
- Breached 3 companies
- 今年5月
- Late July
- Friday (18th)

## 美光財報倒數 輝達、SK海力士釋記憶體市場強烈訊號

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610739
- anchor: #n2845904
- Companies mentioned: 美光、Micron、MU-US、輝達、Nvidia、NVDA-US、SK海力士、SK Hynix、SKHY-US、三星、摩根士丹利、戴爾、BMO Capital、花旗

Facts:
- Fourth-quarter gross margin will bottom at 71% to 72%, then recover to 72% to 73% in fiscal 2028
- The company pledges to invest about $38.3 billion to expand 2 sites in South Korea by 2031
- The company currently accounts for about 50% of the HBM market
- Far ahead of 三星's 33%
- 美光's 18%
- 摩根士丹利 sharply raised 美光's price target to $1,200 in June this year
- BMO Capital began covering 美光 in August, giving it an “Outperform” rating and a $1,300 price target
- 花旗 lowered its price target to $1,150 over concerns that DRAM and NAND prices could weaken in 2027
- 美光's market capitalization has topped $1 trillion this year
- Its estimated forward P/E ratio is still only about 6.6 times

## Should you sell Berkshire after Buffett hands over the reins? Experts name these 5 alternatives to buy instead

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:41:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610694
- anchor: #n2845905
- Companies mentioned: 波克夏·海瑟威、伊藤忠商事、丸紅、三菱商事、三井物產、住友商事、JonesTrading、MarketWatch

Facts:
- Now 96, Buffett has stepped down as Berkshire chairman
- Howard has served as a Berkshire director since 1993, giving him 33 years of experience
- 公司目前持有約 3,660 億美元現金
- 波克夏在 1990 年代中期的市值約為 500 億美元，如今已增至約 1.1 兆美元
- Berkshire currently holds about 10% stakes in each of these five companies
- The five companies are currently valued at 13 to 16 times their estimated earnings per share for the next 12 months
- Their estimated price-to-sales ratios are about 1 to 1.2 times
- The S&P 500's price-to-sales ratio is about 3.2 times
- 五大商社市值介於約 550 億美元至 1,150 億美元

## First since the Yemen conflict escalated! Air-raid sirens sound in Saudi capital Riyadh early Saturday; how has oil shipping rerouted after Houthi strikes?

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:40:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610902
- anchor: #n2845906
- Companies mentioned: Kpler

Facts:
- Saudi Arabia launched about 300 airstrikes on Yemen this week
- In July, Yanbu exports at one point accounted for about 75% of Saudi crude oil and condensate exports

## OpenAI reportedly faces a $278 billion cash shortfall over 5 years as computing costs soar

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610720
- anchor: #n2845907
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、英國《金融時報》(FT)

Facts:
- An estimated $278 billion in cash will be spent between 2026 and 2030
- $36 billion this year
- Growing to $350 billion in 2030
- Cumulative revenue will reach $840 billion
- Potential valuation of about $1.2 trillion
- Valuation of $852 billion
- About 41% higher
- An estimated $856 billion will be invested in computing power and infrastructure by the end of 2030
- Secured $122 billion in committed funding

## September selloff in US stocks continues! Citadel strategist warns of “downside risk” through month-end. Could AI stocks rebound?

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:14:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610880
- anchor: #n2845908
- Companies mentioned: Citadel、Citadel Securities、標普 500、那斯達克100、羅素2000、波動率目標策略、商品交易顧問、CTA、半導體產業、槓桿型半導體ETF

Facts:
- About $7 trillion in US stock options positions expire Friday (18th)
- About 25% of total exposure in the US options market
- The 10 largest S&P 500 constituents account for about 40% of the index's total weighting
- The overall US stock market Z-score has fallen from +2.4 at the end of August to +1.1 currently
- The funded ratio of the 100 largest US pension plans is about 112%
- Companies accounting for about 10% of the S&P 500's weighting are entering buyback blackout periods ahead of earnings announcements
- By September 30, this proportion is expected to rise to 61%
- The stock market typically falls another about 1.1% by September 30
- In midterm election years, the fourth quarter, measured from September 30, averages a 5.6% gain
- Corporate earnings per share grow by about 33%

## 華許一句話引發華爾街揣測：Fed升息之路還有多遠？

- Published: 2026-09-19T13:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610685
- anchor: #n2845909
- Companies mentioned: 聯準會、Fed、華許、Evercore ISI、Guha、高盛、美國銀行、芝商所、CME、法國巴黎銀行、Egelhof、Natixis Investment Managers Solutions、Janasiewicz、FOMC、鮑爾

Facts:
- Fed raises rates by 1 quarter-point on Wednesday
- Raises the federal funds target range to 3.75% to 4%
- Markets see nearly a 58% chance of a rate hike in October
- Up from 42% a week earlier
- The federal funds rate could rise to 4.635% by the end of 2027
- Fed could raise rates another 3 to 4 times

## 美國取得格陵蘭「永久安全控制權」！川普突宣布與丹麥達協議

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:47:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610879
- anchor: #n2845623
- Companies mentioned: 美國、丹麥、格陵蘭島、路透、新華社、金穹、皮圖菲克太空基地、路易斯安那州、Jeff Landry

Facts:
- 冷戰時期，美國曾在格陵蘭島設有17處軍事設施

## 亞馬遜、Palantir等14檔科技股獲瑞銀首選！AI支出仍處早期

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:40:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610713
- anchor: #n2845624
- Companies mentioned: 亞馬遜、Palantir、微軟、德州儀器、Celestica、TD Synnex、SS&C Technologies、AT&T、EchoStar、Pinterest、Spotify Technology、Mastercard、Global-e Online、Procore Technologies、JFrog、Alphabet、Google、Meta Platforms

Facts:
- 瑞銀給予亞馬遜的目標價為318美元
- 瑞銀給予亞馬遜的目標價為318美元，較目前股價高出約25%
- UBS analysts see 43% upside in 德州儀器 shares, with a $380 price target
- UBS analysts see 43% upside in 德州儀器 shares
- UBS analysts estimate 29% upside in Celestica shares, with a $430 price target
- UBS analysts estimate 29% upside in Celestica shares
- Analysts expect TD Synnex shares to rise 32% to $352
- Palantir currently trades at about $177.64, while UBS has a price target of $250

## It's not just the US deficit that's worrying! Why is France Europe's next financial time bomb?

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6609622
- anchor: #n2845625
- Companies mentioned: Natixis、義大利、希臘、倫敦大學瑪麗王后學院、美國企業研究院(AEI)、歐洲央行(ECB)

Facts:
- The current budget deficit is equivalent to 5% of gross domestic product (GDP)
- French tax revenue accounts for 43.5% of GDP
- Foreign investors hold 57% of French sovereign bonds
- France's economic growth this year will be no more than 0.5%
- The US is maintaining growth of about 2%
- If the yield on French 10-year sovereign bonds rises to 4.5%

## Super central bank week sparks wave of rate hikes! Fed and 日銀 raise rates in tandem; UK holds steady but turns hawkish

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6607780
- anchor: #n2845626
- Companies mentioned: Fed、日銀、英國央行、BOJ、日本央行

Facts:
- Fed unanimously votes 12 to 0 on Wednesday to raise rates by 1 quarter-point
- Raises the federal funds target range to 3.75% to 4%
- 3 officials called for a 1 quarter-point hike to 4%
- 日本央行 votes 7 to 2 on Friday to raise rates by 1 quarter-point
- Raises the policy rate from 1% to 1.25%
- The yen instead fell to a 2-week low against the dollar, weakening past 157 and testing 157.141
- The central bank warned that the Middle East conflict is driving up global energy prices and could push UK inflation above 4% in early 2027
- The European Central Bank raised its deposit rate to 2.5% last week

## 美光勞資談判觸及三議題 10/22再舉行第二次會議

- Published: 2026-09-19T12:00:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610827
- anchor: #n2845457
- Companies mentioned: 美光、台灣美光記憶體工會、中部科學園區管理局、調解委員會

Facts:
- Agreed to hold the second mediation meeting on Oct. 22

## 財部出重拳！宣布對印印馬越4國陶瓷面磚展開反傾銷落日調查 最快明年5月定案

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:59:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610182
- anchor: #n2845458
- Companies mentioned: 台灣陶瓷工業同業公會、冠軍 (1806-TW)

Facts:
- The Ministry of Finance must complete its dumping investigation determination within 6 months of announcing the investigation
- The Ministry of Economic Affairs must launch an industry injury investigation from the date the investigation is announced and complete its determination within 2 months of the day after receiving notice from the Ministry of Finance
- Within 10 days of the day after receiving notice from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Finance must submit the matter to its Tariff Rate Review Committee to consider whether to continue imposing anti-dumping duties

## A hands-on guide to AI + futures! The TAIFEX launches its first practical “AI smart trading” course on 9/22; registration is now open

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:57:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610828
- anchor: #n2845459
- Companies mentioned: 台灣期貨交易所

Facts:
- Advanced courses will begin on Sept. 22 and 24
- The latest quarterly basic courses will be offered from October to December

## 〈Hot Stocks〉Test interface stocks rotate; 雍智科技 rises 29% for the week, returning above its quarterly moving average

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:51:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610801
- anchor: #n2845460
- Companies mentioned: 雍智科技、Google、漢測、精測、創新服務

Facts:
- Surged 29.46%
- Closed at NT$1,670 on Friday
- August revenue hit a record NT$233 million
- Up 1.36% month over month
- Up 25.74% year over year
- Revenue totaled NT$1.78 billion in the first 8 months
- Up 29.82% year over year
- Expansion of up to 50%
- Foreign investors and investment trusts were both net buyers, each purchasing 306 lots
- Purchased 306 lots and 7 lots, respectively
- Dealers, meanwhile, sold 102 lots to lock in gains

## Jensen Huang rejects AI doomsday theory: “The probability of human extinction in 2030 is 0%”

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:50:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610751
- anchor: #n2845461
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、Salesforce、CBS News

## 〈熱門股〉晶技AI及車載應用挑成長大樑 外資挺進周買逾萬張

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:41:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610724
- anchor: #n2845462
- Companies mentioned: 晶技

Facts:
- Total purchases reached 10,687 lots
- Shares closed at NT$184.5
- Up 4.83% for the week
- Revenue in August 2026 was NT$1.415 billion
- Self-reported pretax profit for the month was NT$279 million
- Pretax earnings were NT$0.82 per share
- Cumulative pretax profit for January-August 2026 was NT$1.791 billion
- Pretax earnings were NT$5.27 per share
- Second-quarter revenue of NT$3.699 billion
- Growth of 8-10%
- The 5-day moving average of NT$181.5

## 借錢蓋AI資料中心！高盛：五大科技巨頭明年發債較今年增68% 上看4200億美元

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:40:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610773
- anchor: #n2845463
- Companies mentioned: 高盛、亞馬遜、Alphabet、Meta Platforms、微軟、甲骨文、Amazon.com、Microsoft、Oracle、摩根大通、摩根士丹利、美國銀行

Facts:
- About 68% higher than the full-year 2026 estimate of $250 billion
- Full-year 2026 debt issuance forecast at $250 billion
- The five companies have issued about $229 billion
- About 35% of the five tech giants’ capital spending in 2027 will be debt-funded
- The five companies’ capital spending could reach about $1.2 trillion in 2027
- This portion of financing could reach $300 billion in 2027
- Simply adding the two figures would bring the total to $720 billion
- Global AI-related debt issuance has reached $578 billion
- About $490 billion came from global investment-grade markets
- Another $88 billion came from global leveraged finance markets
- About 65% to 75% could be completed in the U.S. dollar investment-grade bond market
- Relative

## Trump makes rare personal airport appearance! He signals multiple agreements with Xi Jinping; White House state dinner to include Jensen Huang and Tim Cook

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610718
- anchor: #n2845464
- Companies mentioned: 亞馬遜、Alphabet、OpenAI、蘋果、特斯拉、輝達、戴爾科技

Facts:
- Tariffs once reached 145%
- A dinner attended by about 2,000 people

## Netflix downgraded, shares fall nearly 5%; user engagement “concerning”

- Published: 2026-09-19T11:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610714
- anchor: #n2845465
- Companies mentioned: Netflix、富國銀行、Visible Alpha、標普500指數、那斯達克指數

Facts:
- Fell nearly 5%
- Closed just below $72
- Price target slashed from $80 to $57
- The market consensus of $97
- Down 8% from the same period in 2023
- Shares have fallen nearly 25%