# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-19 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 1 countries/regions: Taiwan, 166 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Lackey: Taiwan is building asymmetric capabilities faster than most countries

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:42:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190142.aspx
- anchor: #n2846495
- Companies mentioned: Anduril、國家中山科學研究院

Anduril founder Palmer Luckey praised the speed at which Taiwan is building asymmetric capabilities. The two sides are working together to produce missiles and unmanned vehicles using Taiwan’s manufacturing capabilities and bring them into mass production.

## Korean dental anesthetic maker cited for GMP deficiencies; 食藥署 suspends imports

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190141.aspx
- anchor: #n2846490
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、康義生物科技有限公司、衛生福利部食品藥物管理署、食藥署、Huons Co., Ltd.、美國食品藥物管理局、FDA

South Korean manufacturer Huons Co., Ltd. received an FDA warning over GMP deficiencies. As a precaution, 食藥署 suspended imports of the dental anesthetic 艾特卡因注射劑4%; other domestically available medicines with the same active ingredient remain in normal supply.

Facts:
- 艾特卡因注射劑4%
- 衛部藥輸字第029034號
- Article 27-2 of the Pharmaceutical Affairs Act
- 4 drug licenses

## Electricity rates to remain unchanged for now; Su Chiao-hui urges blue-and-white camp to quickly review supplemental budget to ease burden on public

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:31:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190140.aspx
- anchor: #n2846485
- Companies mentioned: 台電

The electricity rate review committee decided to leave rates unchanged for now, with the government instead allocating NT$71.1 billion in subsidies. Su Chiao-hui voiced support and urged a swift review of the budget, while Lee Yen-hsiu criticized the move as political maneuvering that subsidizes the technology industry.

## Chen Ying’s campaign headquarters to open on the 20th with mystery guest in mushroom-head costume; Wu Hsiu-hua goes into communities to hear residents’ concerns

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:19:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190139.aspx
- anchor: #n2846478
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Candidates' camps in the Taitung County magistrate election have stepped up their activities. The DPP's Chen held a headquarters inauguration attended by a high-profile lineup of speakers, while the KMT's Wu focused on community-based activities and independent forces countered with online strategies.

## EU’s first commercial-scale carbon storage facility opens, with annual capacity of up to 8 million tonnes

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:18:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://netzero.cna.com.tw/news/202609190138/
- anchor: #n2846479
- Companies mentioned: 英力士 (INEOS)

Chemical giant INEOS has opened the EU’s first commercial-scale carbon dioxide storage facility, Greensand, with a target of storing up to 8 million metric tons annually to help industries transition to lower emissions.

Facts:
- The Greensand project is expected to store up to 8 million metric tons annually once fully operational.

## U.S.-Iran war costs exceed $45 billion, excluding base repair costs

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190137.aspx
- anchor: #n2846474
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、美國有線電視新聞網、CNN、五角大廈、國會、國會預算處、CBO、美聯社、美軍中央司令部

五角大廈 told Congress that the U.S.-Iran war has cost $45.1 billion, a figure that excludes the cost of repairing damaged bases. 國會預算處 estimates the war is costing $2 billion to $3 billion per month and could push up inflation.

Facts:
- $45.1 billion
- About NT$1.4338 trillion
- $43.6 billion
- $1.5 billion
- $38 billion
- $37.5 billion
- $2 billion to $3 billion
- $21.7 billion
- Over US$6 billion
- $28.1 billion

## Nagoya Asian Games opening ceremony takes place on the 19th; Taiwan enters 36th

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:13:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190136.aspx
- anchor: #n2846475

The Nagoya Asian Games opening ceremony takes place on the 19th, with Taiwan’s delegation led by flag bearers Huang Hsiao-wen and Chang Huan-yi entering 36th.

## Consumers value fresh experiences; restaurants roll out star collaborations to attract customers

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:11:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190135.aspx
- anchor: #n2846476
- Companies mentioned: 饗賓餐旅、台北美福大飯店、Skylark（唐揚好）、肯德基、台鐵

With a long weekend approaching, restaurants are using collaborative menu items to enhance the dining experience and offering Asian Games promotions to attract business.

## Fraudsters impersonate supervisors’ accounts to demand transfers from subordinates; 刑事局 says scheme is common recently

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609190134.aspx
- anchor: #n2846477
- Companies mentioned: 刑事局、LINE、中央社

刑事局 said fraud groups have recently been impersonating supervisors’ LINE accounts and using fake emails to persuade subordinates to create group chats and make transfers. They also block the real supervisors’ accounts to prevent verification.

Facts:
- 1150919

## Lin Feifan: Ukrainian friends reach out to Taiwan, hoping to break free from Chinese drone parts

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:06:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190133.aspx
- anchor: #n2846470

Lin Feifan said Taiwan is actively building a drone supply chain free of Chinese components to help international friends such as Ukraine reduce their reliance on parts from China. He also highlighted Taiwan’s record of 55-fold annual growth in drone exports.

Facts:
- Poland and the Czech Republic are the largest buyers of Taiwanese drones
- National Security Council Deputy Secretary-General Lin Feifan said Taiwan is building a drone supply chain free of Chinese components

## Permit approved to dismantle coal-fired units at Central Taiwan Power Plant; city government issues operating permits for gas-fired units

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:06:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190132.aspx
- anchor: #n2846471
- Companies mentioned: 台中火力發電廠

The Executive Yuan approved the dismantling of 2 aging coal-fired units at Central Taiwan Power Plant, and the Taichung City Government promptly issued operating permits for gas-fired units, requiring the plant to prioritize gas-fired power generation to reduce pollution.

Facts:
- The Executive Yuan issued a permit on Sept. 17 to dismantle 2 aging coal-fired units at 台中火力發電廠.
- The Taichung City Government's Environmental Protection Bureau received the official document at 10:44 a.m. on Sept. 19.
- The Taichung City Government's Environmental Protection Bureau issued an operating permit for the fixed pollution source at Central Taiwan Power Plant's gas-fired units on Sept. 19.

## US appeals court largely upholds ruling restricting deportation of migrants to 3rd countries

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:04:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190131.aspx
- anchor: #n2846472

A US federal appeals court restricted the Trump administration's policy of deporting migrants to 3rd countries, requiring advance notice of the destination. The move protects migrants' right to object over concerns about persecution.

## Tainan's Zhenhu Temple recreates 60 miniature royal boats for 60th anniversary of 2027 Wang Boat Festival

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:04:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190130.aspx
- anchor: #n2846473

Tainan's Zhenhu Temple recreated 60 miniature cypress royal boats for the 60th anniversary celebration of the 2027 Wang Boat Festival. Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che attended a prayer ceremony, and the event drew interest from overseas compatriots from multiple countries.

## Taking cue from cruise ship hantavirus outbreak, Taipei Veterans General Hospital holds first special-pathogen transfer drill for outlying islands

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:03:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190129.aspx
- anchor: #n2846466
- Companies mentioned: 台北榮民總醫院、國立台灣大學醫學院附設醫院、國立成功大學醫學院附設醫院

Taipei Veterans General Hospital held its first special-pathogen transfer drill for outlying islands, simulating the discovery of an infected patient at Kinmen Hospital and their transfer to a negative-pressure isolation ward at Taipei Veterans General Hospital to strengthen inter-hospital coordination.

## Countering China's information warfare, experts say Taiwan must speak out proactively against infiltration

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:03:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190128.aspx
- anchor: #n2846467
- Companies mentioned: 歐洲政策分析中心、詹姆斯敦基金會、中央廣播電台

Experts from NATO's Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence said at a Presidential Office forum that Taiwan must strengthen its awareness of friend and foe and speak out actively to counter information infiltration by authoritarian regimes.

Facts:
- Janis Karlsbergs, senior policy and publications manager at NATO's Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence, said a lack of awareness of friend and foe is the greatest weakness of free societies.
- Authoritarian regimes place great importance on information influence and invest large sums of money in it.
- Taiwan must actively claim a place in the flow of information to effectively counter infiltration.
- Some Taiwanese media outlets have reported news that echoes Beijing's position without fact-checking.

## President Lai: Children's climate recommendations to be incorporated into policy; Environment Ministry to follow up in 3 months

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:55:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190127.aspx
- anchor: #n2846403

President Lai Ching-te attended the first Children's Climate Change Summit and pledged to incorporate children's recommendations into national climate policy. The Environment Ministry plans to hold a follow-up meeting in 3 months to report on progress.

Facts:
- A total of 31 child commissioners took part in the first Children's Climate Change Summit.
- The Environment Ministry will hold a follow-up meeting in 3 months to review how the recommendations have been incorporated into policy.
- The child commissioners elected the summit's convener and the presenters for each group.

## 美國 again denies Abbas a visa; 聯合國 secretary-general deeply regrets decision

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609190126.aspx
- anchor: #n2846340
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、巴勒斯坦自治政府、聯合國、美國國務院、美國、以色列、國際刑事法院、國際法院

美國 has for the 2nd consecutive year refused to issue a visa to the president of the 巴勒斯坦自治政府, Abbas, preventing him from attending the 聯合國 General Assembly in person. 聯合國 Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep regret and urged 美國 to fulfill its obligations. The 聯合國 General Assembly voted to allow Abbas to attend by video.

Facts:
- For the 2nd consecutive year
- 152 votes
- 3 votes

## MLB game-tying homer leaves Li Hao-yu thrilled: “My mind went completely blank”

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:53:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190125.aspx
- anchor: #n2846341
- Companies mentioned: 底特律老虎隊、芝加哥白襪隊

Taiwanese player Li Hao-yu hit his 10th homer of the season, setting a single-season record for a Taiwanese player in the major leagues and helping the Tigers rally to beat the White Sox.

## Improvements completed at 6 parks and green spaces in Hsinchu; new playground and fitness equipment added

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:51:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190124.aspx
- anchor: #n2846342

The Hsinchu City Government has completed improvement work at 6 parks and green spaces, including Shulintou, Changchun, Tiangongtan, Xiangshan and Xiangong parks, as well as the Jiushe section of the Left Bank Bikeway. The city added playground and fitness equipment to meet the needs of different age groups, aiming to improve public recreation facilities.

Facts:
- Improvement work has been completed at 6 parks and green spaces in Hsinchu City.
- Shulintou Park has added waist-twisting and walking exercise machines.
- Changchun Park has added a shade net, an elliptical trainer, a seated chest press and benches.
- Tiangongtan Park has added a combination slide and climbing equipment for school-age children.
- Xiangshan Park has added a rocking horse suitable for preschool children.

## SUPER Teacher helps special education students develop the will to survive, communicate needs with blinks and mouth movements

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:47:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190123.aspx
- anchor: #n2846337
- Companies mentioned: 全國教師會

The 全國教師會 presented its SUPER Teacher awards, honoring teachers including Shih Ying-kuei of Nantou for their contributions to special education.

## “Kinmen's Everyday Life on the Front Line” exhibition opens, revisiting extraordinary years when artillery fire and kitchen fires coexisted

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:45:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190122.aspx
- anchor: #n2846338
- Companies mentioned: 忽悠旅社、金門戰地史蹟學會

The “Artillery Fire and Kitchen Fires: Kinmen's Everyday Life on the Front Line” exhibition, organized by the National Tainan Living Arts Center, opened in Kinmen, displaying a large collection of artifacts from the period of military administration. Through artifacts and artworks, it invites the public to look back on Kinmen's years on the front line.

Facts:
- The “Artillery Fire and Kitchen Fires: Kinmen's Everyday Life on the Front Line” exhibition runs in Kinmen through Dec. 27.
- Items on display include an “oyster fisherman's hat,” worn by oyster fishers when they went out to harvest oysters during the period of military administration.
- 忽悠旅社 is providing reservations for guided-tour routes for the exhibition.

## Customs Administration: Dogs awaiting retraining are matched according to their traits, and care continues without interruption

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:39:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609190121.aspx
- anchor: #n2846335

The Customs Administration clarified the care arrangements for dogs awaiting retraining at its detector dog center, stressing that more than 22 dogs have been matched with other agencies and denying reports that they were left without care.

Facts:
- About 11 agencies have so far requested more than 22 dogs for retraining.
- Dogs awaiting retraining have not been left for long periods without anyone walking them or providing socialization activities.
- The Customs Administration is currently enlisting interns from universities and colleges in central Taiwan to help care for the dogs and with related activities.

## Luckey urges Taiwan to emulate the American Revolutionary War and win through cheating and asymmetric warfare

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:37:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190120.aspx
- anchor: #n2846331
- Companies mentioned: Anduril

Anduril founder Luckey said at a Taipei forum that Taiwan should use its home-field advantage and asymmetric warfare to win. He also said US-Taiwan industrial interdependence is close, providing a solid basis for cooperation.

Facts:
- Luckey said China has only one military goal: to seize Taiwan.
- China's defense spending is 8 to 10 times Taiwan's.
- The 2026 Presidential Office Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience International Forum was held at the Grand Hyatt Taipei.
- Last December, the Chinese government imposed countermeasures on 20 US defense companies and 10 senior executives, with Luckey among those named.
- Anduril works with nearly 100 Taiwanese suppliers.

## Rejecting doomsday predictions, Huang Jen-hsun says chance AI destroys the world by 2030 is 0

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:37:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609190119.aspx
- anchor: #n2846332
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Anthropic、OpenAI、xAI、Google DeepMind

NVIDIA執行長黃仁勳駁斥AI毀滅世界論，強調2030年發生此情況機率為零。他呼籲AI產業在確保安全前提下加速發展，並認為無需新增監管規範。

## Reuters: Anthropic considers launching new model before IPO to take on OpenAI

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:36:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609190118.aspx
- anchor: #n2846333
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、OpenAI、Ramp、OpenRouter

Anthropic plans to launch a new AI model before its IPO to compete with OpenAI. Although it has called for the industry to slow development, pressure from OpenAI's growing market share has led the company to continue advancing product updates and its listing plans.

## 星達拓 timelesz member Shuto Inomata arrested over alleged assault causing injury to woman he knew

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202609190117.aspx
- anchor: #n2846326
- Companies mentioned: 星達拓、timelesz、TBS電視台、前傑尼斯事務所

Facts:
- Shuto Inomata is 25 years old
- Joined timelesz through an audition program in February 2025

## Get moving: Penghu's diverse sports events bring families together

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:33:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190116.aspx
- anchor: #n2846327

Penghu held a series of “Sports i Taiwan 2.0” events, attracting nearly 3,000 participants. The activities included family events, competitions and walking, aiming to promote the development of a city for sports for all.

## Hsieh Tien-lin camp questions whether investigators have become political attack dogs; prosecutors say publicly funded dinners involved vote-buying of more than 1,000 per person

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:30:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609190115.aspx
- anchor: #n2846328
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨

Changhua County Council Speaker Hsieh Tien-lin and his father were detained over allegations of vote-buying at dinner gatherings. Hsieh's office criticized the case as political persecution, while prosecutors countered that the evidence was clear and the amount involved exceeded 1,000 per person.

## Taiwanese food tour comes to Manila, with flavors connecting Taiwan and the Philippines

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:16:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609190112.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019400-en.html
- anchor: #n2846197
- Companies mentioned: 菲律賓台灣同鄉會、二嫂

The Overseas Community Affairs Council invited chef Wen Kuo-chih to hold an international lecture tour on Taiwanese cuisine in Manila. Through demonstrations of classic Taiwanese dishes, the event aims to deepen cultural and grassroots exchanges between Taiwan and the Philippines.

## Cheng Li-wun joins Su Ching-chuan on the campaign trail, calling for 'Pingtung unity'.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:16:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190114.aspx
- anchor: #n2846195
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨

國民黨主席鄭麗文至屏東潮州鎮為縣長參選人蘇清泉造勢，高喊大團結以爭取選民支持，展現團結勝選決心。

Facts:
- 國民黨主席鄭麗文至屏東縣潮州鎮出席造勢活動
- 蘇清泉為國民黨屏東縣長參選人
- More than several thousand supporters gathered at the campaign event.

## President: Medical sector should use funding to give employees raises; average life expectancy to rise by 3 years by 2032.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:13:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190113.aspx
- anchor: #n2846196
- Companies mentioned: 亞東紀念醫院

President Lai Ching-te announced that the National Health Insurance budget would be drawn up using a high-end estimate of 5.5%, and urged the medical sector to prioritize raises for employees. The government also set health targets including raising average life expectancy by 3 years and cutting the cancer mortality rate by 1/3 by 2032.

Facts:
- The National Health Insurance budget has been drawn up using a high-end estimate of 5.5% for 2 consecutive years.
- The government has set a goal of raising the average life expectancy of the population by 3 years by 2032.
- 去年健保總額為新台幣9286億元，今年達1兆82億元
- The government established a ten-billion-dollar cancer drug fund, aiming to cut the cancer age-standardized mortality rate by 1/3 before 2030.
- Far Eastern Memorial Hospital has more than 1400 beds and sees nearly 7000 patients daily.

## Hsiao Bi-khim praises Ho Hsin-chun's empathy and willingness to roll up her sleeves to solve problems; Johnny Chiang gets throat lozenges and encouragement while canvassing.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:10:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190111.aspx
- anchor: #n2846198

The Taichung mayoral race is heating up, with Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim campaigning for Democratic Progressive Party candidate Ho Hsin-chun, while Kuomintang candidate Johnny Chiang is actively visiting local markets to seek public support.

## A taste of Taiwan at the Asian Games hub: high-protein bubble tea and tofu pudding give athletes a guilt-free boost.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:05:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190110.aspx
- anchor: #n2846190

The Sports Administration set up a one-stop hub at the Nagoya Asian Games, where the Sports Science Center provided customized nutritional support, including high-protein bubble tea and tofu pudding, to help athletes prepare and recover.

Facts:
- The Sports Administration set up a hub at the Nagoya Asian Games.
- The Sports Science Center developed high-protein pearl milk tea, high-protein tofu pudding made with bittern, and cute, antioxidant-rich jelly.
- The hub is located at Nagoya Misono Elementary School.
- A nutritionist at the Sports Science Center said high-protein milk is provided to replenish protein and help restore energy.

## Huang Hao-yu hits game-winning single at the Taoyuan Cup; after 4 months of extra practice at third base, he still loves catching most.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:59:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609190109.aspx
- anchor: #n2846125

Chung Hsing Senior High School edged Meiho High School 1-0 at the Taoyuan Cup. Cleanup hitter Huang Hao-yu delivered the game-winning hit and shared his defensive insights as a catcher and third baseman.

## Chinese economist: Global economic imbalances are the norm.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:59:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609190108.aspx
- anchor: #n2846126
- Companies mentioned: 中泰國際、清華大學五道口金融學院

Several economists discussed the global and Chinese economies at the Tsinghua Wudaokou Forum, saying imbalances are the norm and recommending reforms and structural adjustments to address issues such as insufficient domestic demand.

## The 'Yangliu' join forces with 'Longjuan Feng' this afternoon; Chen Chi-mai says Lai Jui-lung is an honest, slow-to-warm-up type who needs packaging.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:56:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190107.aspx
- anchor: #n2846127

Democratic Progressive Party legislator Shen Bo-yang is heading south to Kaohsiung to join Lai Jui-lung, while Kuomintang's Chiang Wan-an and Lee Chuan-hsiung are campaigning for Ko Chih-en, setting up a blue-green showdown. Chen Chi-mai said Kaohsiung's concert economy generated NT$18.9 billion in output.

Facts:
- Shen Bo-yang will head south to Kaohsiung to join fellow party member and Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung.
- Kaohsiung's concert economy has generated NT$18.9 billion in output in recent years.
- Lai Jui-lung has spent 10 years building local ties and has 10 years of legislative experience.
- The Kuomintang sent Chiang Wan-an and Lee Chuan-hsiung south to campaign for Ko Chih-en.

## Anduril founder Luckey: Freedom is Taiwan's strongest weapon; it should be turned into defense resilience.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:55:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609190105.aspx
- anchor: #n2846063
- Companies mentioned: Anduril、台積電

In a forum speech, Anduril founder Luckey said Taiwan should make use of 'freedom' as a core advantage, turn its semiconductor and manufacturing capabilities into resilience for the defense industry, and strengthen its unmanned vehicle and strategic deterrence capabilities.

Facts:
- Luckey, founder of U.S. defense technology company Anduril, believes freedom is Taiwan's most powerful weapon.
- The 2026 Presidential Office Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience International Forum was held at the Grand Hyatt Taipei.
- Taiwan has high-level production capabilities in semiconductors, machine tools and advanced composite materials.
- Luckey recommended that Taiwan shift from producing airsoft guns to manufacturing real firearms for export.

## Asked about reported cancellation of Wang Wei-chung show appearance, Chiang Wan-an says staff are arranging it.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:55:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609190106.aspx
- anchor: #n2846062
- Companies mentioned: 中國廣播股份有限公司

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an responded to reports that his radio appearance had been canceled, saying his staff were making arrangements. The Taipei City Government denied allegations that it had requested interview questions and reiterated that it would explain its record at an appropriate time.

## Duo Mi Duo Luo and Zhi Zhi confront each other on livestream and break down in tears! They controlled who the other followed, including AV actresses and exes; the couple officially splits.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:59:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166018
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019702-en.html
- anchor: #n2851100
- Companies mentioned: Threads、YouTube、Discord、IG

Duo Mi Duo Luo and Zhi Zhi confronted each other on a livestream over conflicts during their relationship, including following AV actresses, contacting an ex-girlfriend and checking phones. Emotions ran high; Zhi Zhi broke down in tears and apologized, while Duo Mi Duo Luo admitted fault. The two ultimately confirmed their breakup and agreed not to discuss their relationship disputes publicly again.

Facts:
- 6 days ago
- Early on the 19th

## Don't fry a sunny-side-up egg directly in oil! An expert shares 1 foolproof trick for a crispy outside and fluffy, tender inside, with an unbroken yolk and no sticking.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:57:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165852
- anchor: #n2851101

## 'Lu Show-yen delivers': Taichung City Government received central government notice to dismantle coal-fired units on the 19th and swiftly issued an operating permit for Taichung Power Plant's gas-fired unit that same day.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:52:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11166015
- anchor: #n2851102

## Duo Mi Duo Luo and Zhi Zhi's breakup battle, explained: 20,000 watch them confront each other on YouTube Live as disputes over ex-girlfriends and female fans come to light.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:46:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166011
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019705-en.html
- anchor: #n2851103

## Electricity bill soars to 46000! 4 hidden energy guzzlers quietly draw power when left plugged in; Taiwan Power Company shares 4 practical ways to save.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:37:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166004
- anchor: #n2851104

## Beijing Watch》Is Doubao, used by 400 million people, the biggest 'joke'? A man in Zhejiang trusted AI and chose the wrong date for his mother's funeral, then angrily sued; AI also 'taught' him to write the complaint.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:29:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165850
- anchor: #n2851105

## AAA ticketing disaster! Tixcraft's 'Facebook members' are all stuck and unable to log in; fans despair: 'We don't even get a chance to compete for tickets.'

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:18:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166010
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019708-en.html
- anchor: #n2851106

## Duo Mi Duo Luo's breakup backfires? He goes live on YouTube to confront Zhi Zhi, drawing more than 20,000 viewers.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:09:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166007
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019709-en.html
- anchor: #n2851107

## Government offers money to people aged 45 and older! Eligible people can receive 2 payments, with an additional maximum of NT$60,000 per person; application requirements and amounts for employment incentives explained.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:04:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166006
- anchor: #n2846406

## International Forum on Defense Resilience》China would pay a heavy price for attacking Taiwan; Anduril founder: Taiwan must 'cheat' to win through surprise.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:01:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11166009
- anchor: #n2851109

## Duo Mi Duo Luo announces breakup on his birthday! Zhi Zhi alleges he secretly contacted his ex-girlfriend during their relationship; the pair confront each other on YouTube Live.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:56:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166008
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019451-en.html
- anchor: #n2846407

## Shen Bo-yang says school lunches 'must bring back paid options'; Yang Chih-tou mocks him: 'Is he trying to undermine the DPP?'

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:53:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11166005
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019452-en.html
- anchor: #n2846408

## Trump-Xi meeting countdown! Senior U.S. House leaders urge the president to reject Beijing's demands on arms sales to Taiwan.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:45:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11166001
- anchor: #n2846409

## Is Shen Bo-yang's 'Yangliu' phenomenon surging? Shen Fu-hsiung: It's all because these 2 blue-camp commentators are too kind.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:31:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165989
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019454-en.html
- anchor: #n2846410

## The county with the lowest wages in Taiwan isn't Hualien or Taitung! Labor Ministry confirms they are 'only half of Hsinchu'; it has ranked last for 2 consecutive years.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:27:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165986
- anchor: #n2846411

## Campaign ad 'Hsu Hsin-ying Through My Eyes' released; county residents praise Hsu Hsin-ying for keeping people's needs at heart.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:13:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11166003
- anchor: #n2846412

## 3 Korean stars dine at Taipei 101's A Joy to celebrate their success! Yeom Se-bin devours steak, while Kim Ga-eun enjoys it so much her nostrils flare.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:10:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11166002
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019457-en.html
- anchor: #n2846413

## Trump claims to have gained control of Greenland! Blocks sensitive Chinese and Russian investments; U.S. military can be permanently stationed and build bases.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165990
- anchor: #n2846414

## A 'famous Taiwanese night market' announces it will close and be demolished! 27 years of memories gone, vendors forced to leave; final hours revealed.

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:00:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165993
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019382-en.html
- anchor: #n2846128

## Ho Hsin-chun and Hsiao Bi-khim, the 'Chun-Chin sisters,' join forces in Taichung to create a capital-city vision.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:33:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165994
- anchor: #n2846129

## A packet of throat lozenges conveys residents' support; Johnny Chiang canvasses in Fengyuan: 'I'll turn your support into motivation to serve.'

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:28:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165992
- anchor: #n2846130

## Is Taiwan's best shopping destination not PX Mart or POYA? Insiders recommend 1 shopping paradise with low prices and a wide selection that stays open all night; foreign visitors make a point of going.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:24:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11165972
- anchor: #n2846131

## Will Shen Bo-yang's 'Yangliu' turn things around or backfire? Writer analyzes blue, green and white supporters: Chen Shih-chung sparked a wave but still lost by 14萬 votes.

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:22:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11165991
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4019386-en.html
- anchor: #n2846132

## 摩根士丹利's nearly US$7 billion private credit fund again restricts redemptions! Investor withdrawal requests exceed the limit by 2 times.

- Published: 2026-09-19T16:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610892
- anchor: #n2851035
- Companies mentioned: 摩根士丹利、北海私人收入基金、黑石、貝萊德

Facts:
- 摩根士丹利 (MS-US) again restricted redemptions from its nearly US$7 billion private credit fund in the third quarter.
- 摩根士丹利's North Haven Private Income Fund set a redemption cap of 5%.
- Investors applied to redeem 11.4% of the shares.
- Completed repurchases totaling about US$479 million.
- The US$1.8 trillion private credit market.
- Handling about US$15 billion in pending redemption requests.
- A fund with total investments of less than $1 billion
- Redemption requests amounting to about 7% of the fund's shares

## Nscale, the AI startup backed by 輝達, files for an IPO! First-half revenue surged 12.5 times, yet losses still topped $1 billion

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:30:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610719
- anchor: #n2846343
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、Nscale、紐約證券交易所、亞馬遜、CoreWeave、Nebius、OpenAI、Anthropic、微軟、Anyscale、Instacart、Meta、Blue Owl、戴爾、Fidelity、Point72、Arkon Energy、美國證券交易委員會

Facts:
- Revenue was $140.6 million
- Net losses reached $1.02 billion
- Net loss was $368.9 million in the same period last year
- Revenue was just $10.4 million
- Revenue surged 1,252% year over year
- Remaining performance obligations (RPO) reached $56.4 billion
- The total reached 461,000
- Equivalent to 10GW of computing capacity
- Liabilities exceeded $8 billion
- Valued at $14.6 billion
- Obligations of up to $860 million

## Anthropic plans to launch a new AI model before its IPO! It faces a dual test from OpenAI Astra and the enterprise market: profitability

- Published: 2026-09-19T15:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610869
- anchor: #n2846344
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、OpenAI、SpaceX、Ramp、OpenRouter、Alphabet、Google、Meta

Facts:
- Amodei said in a 3,800-word post this month
- GPT-6 Astra accounts for about 13% of enterprise AI spending tracked by the platform
- Anthropic's Claude Fable accounts for about 8%
- Anthropic's annualized revenue run rate had topped $65 billion as of the end of July
- A sharp increase from about $9 billion at the end of 2025
- The company forecasts revenue of $190 billion to $200 billion in 2028
- OpenAI's annualized revenue run rate topped $40 billion in July this year

## Anthropic's annualized revenue could hit 千億 dollars this year as it prepares for a November IPO

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:30:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610716
- anchor: #n2846065
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、OpenAI、Claude、彭博、路透、華爾街日報、奧特曼、阿莫戴

Facts:
- Anthropic's annualized revenue could exceed $100 billion this year
- Anthropic's annualized revenue estimate had reached $65 billion as of the end of July
- Far above the $9 billion recorded at the end of 2025

## Berkshire welcomes a new chairman; Buffett's son Howard will defend the group's culture

- Published: 2026-09-19T14:20:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6610695
- anchor: #n2846066
- Companies mentioned: 波克夏·海瑟威、可口可樂、ConAgra Foods、Lindsay

Facts:
- Howard owns about $9 million worth of Berkshire shares
- Currently runs a 1,500-acre farm
- The foundation's total aid to Ukraine has reached $1.1 billion
- Berkshire shares worth more than $140 billion