チョコレートプラネット named brand ambassadors for the 「Listerine®」 brand! Shun Matsuo appears as a giant bottle, while Shohei Osada plays a range of ‘quirky characters’ in a new web commercial
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Kenvue announced that comedy duo Chocolate Planet will serve as brand ambassadors for Listerine and released a new online commercial humorously highlighting how mouthwash helps prevent six major oral health problems.
AI creation platform 「PixAI」 to release all 8 original songs simultaneously on streaming services from Sept. 15 (Tue.)
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To mark the 4th anniversary of its AI-powered anime-style creation platform 「PixAI」, Metanomaly株式会社 will release 8 original songs on Sept. 15, 2026. Popular artists including 榊原ゆい and TRUE are participating, and all songs will be released simultaneously on music streaming services.
AI’s main competitive battleground is shifting from “model development” to “inference infrastructure”—where will Japanese companies build a competitive edge in the AI era?
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Arthur D. Little Japan will present strategies for Japanese companies to build a competitive edge at a seminar on Oct. 1, 2026, as AI competition shifts from “model development” to “inference infrastructure.” Drawing on global developments in sovereign AI, the seminar will explain structural changes in the AI inference market and areas Japan should strengthen from 5 perspectives.
Companies mentioned：新社会システム総合研究所、Center for a New American Security
Skill management tool 「fapi」 begins free distribution of an 「education and learning support skill tree」 ready to use in Excel! Saves users the effort of creating one from scratch and supports appropriate staff assignments and consistent teaching quality with an easy-to-fill level of detail.
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株式会社エフ・ディー・シー has begun offering a free collection of skill tree templates tailored to the education and learning support industry for its skill management tool 「fapi」. The templates eliminate the work of starting from scratch and support consistent teaching quality and appropriate staff assignments with a level of detail suited to practical use.
Reports on Sept. 28 about collusion in 171 condominium repair cases and 公正取引委員会’s cease-and-desist orders and other measures against 38 companies
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スマート修繕 issued a statement following reports about a bid-rigging case involving large-scale condominium repairs, saying it was not involved in bid-rigging and was not subject to a 公正取引委員会 cease-and-desist order. The company outlined its internal system for preventing bid-rigging and stressed its commitment to transparency.
New outfits to be rolled out in stages for the 2026 autumn Shichi-Go-San season; first release features 21 hakama bib sets for 3-year-old girls
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Rental kimono specialty shop レンタル衣裳マイセレクト, operated by 株式会社LIN, has unveiled 21 new hakama bib sets for 3-year-old girls ahead of the 2026 autumn Shichi-Go-San season. The collection features a range of colors and patterns, from vibrant red and pink to white, ivory, blue and purple. The shop plans to introduce outfits for 7-year-old girls, boys and mothers in stages.
シューマツワーカー社 has launched a marketing support campaign for businesses and a campaign introducing regional companies to individuals, marking the fact that its 「シューマツワーカー」 side-job and freelance talent matching service has surpassed 210,000 registered users.
Opera to launch 「Cinnamon Brown」, an autumn limited-edition shade from its 「Sheer Matte Lipstick」! A sheer, soft nude “mucosal brown” for an instantly polished autumn look.
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Opera will launch 「Cinnamon Brown」, an autumn limited-edition shade, on Sept. 30, 2026. The sheer, soft nude “mucosal brown” offers a polished look for autumn.
みんなのコード begins support for renovating 「inquiry-based learning classrooms」 and developing lessons
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With support from Salesforce Japan, みんなのコード has equipped Machida Municipal Minami-Naruse Junior High School with an inquiry-based learning classroom and begun working alongside teachers to develop lessons. Movable furniture and the use of generative AI will encourage students to take an active role in their learning.
「Takano Cushion S」 wheelchair cushion and other products to be exhibited at the International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition (H.C.R.), opening Oct. 7
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Takano Co., Ltd. will exhibit new products at the 53rd International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition (H.C.R.), to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026. Products include the 「Takano Cushion S」 and 「MOLA」 wheelchair cushions, as well as the 「Nosekaekun Slide」 transfer board.
【Iruma City, Saitama Prefecture】Anime 「Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun」 teams up with Iruma City! Original 「Demon World at Your Feet!」 manhole cover design unveiled for the first time!!
IP mixer, a subsidiary, launches the second collaboration item, an iron single-handle soup pot by popular Taiwanese cooking expert KAZU and 藤田金属, in Taiwan and Hong Kong
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IP mixer, a MicroAd subsidiary, has launched an iron single-handle soup pot in Taiwan and Hong Kong as the second collaboration between popular Taiwanese cooking expert KAZU and 藤田金属. Following the success of the first iron pot, which sold about 3,300 units in 1 month, the company is working to develop the series.
Survey on paronychia: 62.3% of nail enthusiasts have experienced fingertip problems, and 78.0% of them hesitate to seek medical care | Dermatologist explains the right treatment
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A survey by アイシークリニック found that 62.3% of nail enthusiasts had experienced fingertip problems, while 78.0% were unsure which department to visit. A doctor explains the importance of seeing a dermatologist early, as self-treatment often worsens the condition.
有限会社美輪興産 adds electric-assist bicycles to HELLO CYCLING
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OpenStreet and 美輪興産 have entered into a business partnership and introduced 200 electric-assist bicycles to the HELLO CYCLING bike-sharing service starting in September 2026. The move aims to improve local convenience and help address environmental concerns.
菅機械工業株式会社 adds electric-assist bicycles to HELLO CYCLING
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菅機械工業 has added 200 electric-assist bicycles to OpenStreet's HELLO CYCLING bike-sharing service, which began operating in September 2026. The initiative aims to improve local convenience and address environmental concerns.
SAKAI Cup 2026, hosted by 堺整骨院, held; Sanctus claims a decisive victory! Dedicated first-aid booth provides full support for athletes' performance
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The SAKAI Cup 2026, hosted by the 堺整骨院 Group, was held in Munakata, Fukuoka Prefecture, with Sanctus taking first place. The group supported athletes through a dedicated first-aid booth, aiming to promote local sports and raise brand awareness.
Debuting 10.8: Plant science (1) meets the head-spa concept. PRO Botanical Concentrate, the ultimate (2) haircare born from more than 30 years of research into hair and scalp, arrives.
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ジョンマスターオーガニック will launch PRO Botanical Concentrate, its premium haircare line combining more than 30 years of plant science research with a head-spa concept, on October 8, 2026. Its proprietary capsule and fermented exosome technologies care for the scalp.
The fashion-forward, functional mask brand MASCODE is launching limited-edition 3D masks (1) featuring packaging designs from the anime Kaiju No. 8 starting Thursday, October 1, 2026
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サン・スマイル will launch limited-edition MASCODE 3D masks in collaboration with the anime Kaiju No. 8 starting October 1, 2026. The designs are inspired by 4 characters and will be sold at drugstores and online stores nationwide.
Most inquiries about underwater drones concern infrastructure inspections. スペースワン to exhibit for the first time at Construction Technology Exhibition 2026 Kanto
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スペースワン will exhibit for the first time at Construction Technology Exhibition 2026 Kanto, showcasing an underwater drone and the PIPETREKKER pipeline-inspection crawler robot. The company will offer live demonstrations and consultations on adoption in response to growing demand for infrastructure inspections.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary with a new category! Voting opens September 29, 2026 for the awards that choose the next breakout digital comic: Everyone's Choice!! Digital Comic Awards 2027
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Comic Seymour, operated by NTTソルマーレ, is holding the Everyone's Choice!! Digital Comic Awards 2027, where readers vote to choose the next hit digital comic. Marking its 10th anniversary, the awards have expanded their categories and revamped the voting process. Voting is open from September 29 to November 24, 2026.
Grilled salted Pacific saury for 10 yen! 3-day limited-time campaign at robata restaurants and casual pubs starting Monday, October 5
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株式会社Brand Bank Company is running a 3-day limited-time campaign at 3 of its locations from October 5 to 7, 2026, offering grilled salted Pacific saury for 10 yen instead of the regular price of 880 yen. The offer is limited to the first 30 customers each day, giving diners an affordable way to enjoy an autumn favorite.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Brand Bank Company、GYRO HOLDINGS株式会社
Extended by popular demand! All-you-can-eat pancakes and whipped cream! Available exclusively with LINE reservations through 11/3: NILAX Buffet extends its popular Unlimited Pancakes & Whipped Cream Course. Enjoy as many sweet treats as you like this Halloween!
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NILAX Buffet has extended its LINE-reservation-only all-you-can-eat pancake and whipped cream course through November 3, 2026, at 38 locations nationwide. The promotion lets customers enjoy the course at no additional charge and is timed for the Halloween season.
A great dinner deal! All-you-can-eat dining at lunch prices! Through 10/21, THE BUFFET 包包點心 is offering a special campaign that lets diners enjoy Taiwanese soup dumplings and authentic Chinese cuisine at lunch prices in the evening, too!
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NILAX Inc. will run a campaign from October 1 to October 21, 2026, at 3 locations of the Taiwanese restaurant THE BUFFET 包包點心, allowing diners to enjoy dinner at lunch prices. The all-you-can-eat selection includes house-made Taiwanese soup dumplings, dim sum and noodles.
Ex Blue The Buffet LaLaport Aichi Togo introduces great new prices! Enjoy a generous all-you-can-eat selection, including the Dim Sum & Sweets Course, with revised prices on select courses to make dining more affordable!
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Ex Blue The Buffet LaLaport Aichi Togo will refresh its popular Dim Sum & Sweets Course starting October 1, 2026, revising prices to make all-you-can-eat dining more affordable. Prices have been lowered for some courses, which also include unlimited beef steak and cheese-filled hamburger steak.
Tajima Kyōoki's first art book, Don't Worry, goes on sale September 28! Recommended by kōdanshi performer Kanda Hakuzan, who said, “I was impressed by the overwhelming talent.”
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Tajima Kyōoki's first art book, Don't Worry, will be published by Kawade Shobo Shinsha on September 28, 2026. It features more than 270 works and essays and is recommended by kōdanshi performer Kanda Hakuzan.
For those who want to grow or feel uncertain about the future: write your ideal life into reality! The Future Planner 2027: A Coaching-Based Guide to Getting Your Life Moving Goes on Sale September 29
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Fusosha will release The Future Planner 2027, a planner featuring exercises based on coaching methods, on September 29, 2026. Its author, Kaoru Watanabe, is known as a mental coach. The series, now in its 12th consecutive year, has sold more than 240,000 copies.
Watami Group holds its 2026 Wind Turbine Tour: experiencing renewable energy sites and deepening environmental learning
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Watami Group held its 2026 Wind Turbine Tour on September 11–12, 2026, visiting the Kazemin wind power facility and a biogas power plant in Nikaho, Akita Prefecture. The 18 participants deepened their environmental awareness through first-hand experience with renewable energy and strengthened the group's commitment to the SDGs.
Celebrating the release of n.SSign's Japan 1st Mini Album, Meisouro -WAY OUT-! A special program featuring n.SSign members to be held on AWA Lounge
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AWA Co. announced that it will hold a free special program featuring K-pop group n.SSign on AWA Lounge on September 30, 2026, to celebrate the release of the group's Japan 1st mini-album, Meisouro -WAY OUT-.
Webinar to be held on the topic “Replay: The Confidential Data Barrier Blocking Generative AI Adoption at Mid-Sized and Large Companies”
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Oxygen Design and Majisemi will co-host a rebroadcast of a webinar on the barriers posed by confidential data when using generative AI. It will introduce how to deploy a secure generative AI platform combining Liferay and Articul8.
Webinar to address the growing risk of operational slowdowns amid staffing shortages and small teams, viewed through trends in corporate IT departments
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PFU Corporation will host a webinar on the risk of operational slowdowns caused by staffing shortages and small teams in corporate IT departments. It will explain how to reduce reliance on individual employees through outsourcing device operations and standardizing workflows.
Webinar to address ransomware targeting externally exposed IT assets, with neglected public-facing assets serving as an entry point for attacks, and how to conduct inventories, assessments and ongoing monitoring
Webinar to ask whether privileged ID management alone can identify unauthorized operations and attack risks
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NTT TechnoCross will host a webinar explaining challenges in privileged ID management and PAM strategies. As a ransomware countermeasure, it will focus on understanding how privileges are used and identifying potential risks.
A webinar will be held on the theme “How to identify promising government procurement bids ahead of time by tracking national budget trends”
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Ururu Co., Ltd. will host a webinar on using national budget trends to identify promising government procurement opportunities in advance. It will introduce 4 areas of interest based on the background to increased spending in the Reiwa 8 fiscal year budget, and explain 3 key points for connecting budget allocations to bid opportunities, with a demonstration.
ViVi’s biggest-ever Korea special issue (!?) takes a close look at the realities of fashion, beauty and culture! The ViVi 11/12 combined issue is now on sale!
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ViVi magazine releases its largest-ever Korea special issue (November/December 2026 combined issue) on September 24, 2026, featuring fashion, beauty, and culture content, along with a special feature on actress/model Anzai Seira. The issue includes multiple cover versions and exclusive bonuses.
Great works become even more fascinating now that you’re an adult! A book in which a popular YouTube prep-school instructor seriously explores the appeal of Japanese literature
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KADOKAWA will release on September 29, 2026, a guide to Japanese literary culture by prep-school instructor and YouTuber Ai Ueno, titled “An Adult’s Guide to Japanese: The Essentials of Japanese Literary Culture.” The book explains masterpieces from classical to modern and contemporary literature alongside their historical contexts, and proposes a way for adults to revisit their learning.
[EventHub case study] Supported “Publink Summit for JAPAN 2026 SPRING,” which generated 1,636 messages
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EventHub announced a case study on its support for “Publink Summit for JAPAN 2026 SPRING,” the first public-private collaboration conference hosted by Publink, which achieved 98% participant satisfaction and 1,636 messages sent.
Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture: Complete public facility reservations, entry, usage reports and payments via LINE. Facility reservations with smart lock integration launch, with entry passcodes automatically issued based on reservation information
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Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture, has launched a smart lock-integrated service that lets users complete public facility reservations, entry, usage reports and payments on LINE. The service integrates Bot Express’s GovTech Express with RemoteLOCK and will begin operating at the sports facilities and community center at Nishiura Gakuen on September 1, 2026.
Sports organizations in Nayoro, Hokkaido, to hold a free seminar in Tokyo on “Careers in sports”! [Where will the people driving sports thrive next?]
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N Sports Commission Nayoro will co-host a free seminar in Tokyo on October 30, 2026, with 笹川スポーツ財団 and Nayoro City. The seminar will focus on careers in sports and regional revitalization, with speakers including former Goldman Sachs employee 木村正明.
株式会社DMM Boost uses Igness LAMP and Salesforce to bring AI to LINE inquiry support and halve the escalation rate
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DMM Boost used Igness LAMP and Salesforce to bring AI to LINE inquiry support and halve the escalation rate. It established a hybrid system in which AI handles routine inquiries and staff handle complex ones.
Practice rephrasing for Eiken® summaries without changing the meaning:スタスタApps adds 12 new questions for Plus members
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Study Studio Co., Ltd. added 12 rephrasing exercises for English summaries to its Plus membership plan for the Eiken study-support service スタスタApps. It offers 3 questions each for Pre-2 Grade Plus through Grade 1, enabling users to practice rephrasing without changing the meaning.
株式会社100 to host a free webinar on building an in-house CRM analytics dashboard through conversations with AI on October 6, 2026
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株式会社100 will host a free webinar on October 6, 2026, on building an in-house CRM analytics dashboard through conversations with AI alone. As a HubSpot Elite Partner, the company aims to solve challenges in combining data.
Light Up launches next-generation SFA/CRM “Elliot Sales Engine,” building 10 AI salespeople and also using new AI model “Jev” for decision processing
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Light Up began offering “Elliot Sales Engine” on October 1, 2026, an AI sales platform dedicated to each company that builds 10 AI salespeople. The service is aimed at companies reviewing their SFA/CRM and is based on the company’s record of securing 830 new orders per month. It uses the new model “Jev” from U.S.-based TypeSafe AI for decision processing.
[Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture] “Earthen bridge” matching early Edo-period plans discovered in the bailey of Maruoka Castle
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The Sakai City Board of Education in Fukui Prefecture discovered the remains of an “earthen bridge” depicted in an old map from the early Edo period in the inner moat of Maruoka Castle, an Important Cultural Property. 130 people attended the on-site briefing, where visitors remarked that they could appreciate the scale of the castle.
Russian disinformation surges, with AI helping to impersonate European media
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A study found that Russia is using AI technology to produce fake news on a massive scale, impersonating European media to influence France’s 2027 election and weaken support for Ukraine。A NewsGuard report said 906 fake articles posing as legitimate reports have been identified since 2022, with 歐洲新聞台 and 解放報 among the main targets。
Facts
Hundreds of fake reports impersonating traditional European media produced
In France alone, 85 fake reports related to the presidential election have circulated since this summer
The campaign began months before the 2027 election
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russian influence operations have produced 906 fake news reports impersonating legitimate media outlets
The number of fabricated reports surged to 421 in the first half of this year
An increase of 850% from the same period last year
Among the 15 media outlets most frequently impersonated
8 are French media outlets
82 fake reports identified from March 2023 to September 2026
Cho Jung-tai delivers policy address, urges ruling and opposition parties to work together to restore constitutional order
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai visited the Legislative Yuan to deliver a policy address, urging the ruling and opposition parties to work together to restore constitutional order. He also outlined six policy priorities and made four requests for support for budgets and legislation。
Facts
Taiwan’s economic growth rate was 8.76% in 2025
Full-year economic growth is expected to reach 11.05%
The average unemployment rate from January to July this year was 3.32%
Taiwan marks the 39th anniversary of the lifting of martial law this year
Body found floating under Jinde Bridge in Pingtung, identity and cause of death under investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The body of a middle-aged woman was found floating under Jinde Bridge in Donggang Township, Pingtung County. She had no identification documents, and her identity and cause of death are pending clarification through an examination by prosecutors。
Lu Shiow-yen says New Taipei race is hotly contested, confirms lending aide to Lee Chuan-ching
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen confirmed she would lend an aide to Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Chuan-ching. She also spoke of concerns about national security and arms purchases following the Trump-Xi meeting。
Mister Donut returns to China with Shanghai store opening amid strained Japan-China ties
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Mister Donut returned to China with the opening of its first Shanghai store yesterday, after exiting the Chinese market in 2019 amid strained Japan-China ties. Duskin President Hiroyuki Okubo said China’s dessert market was mature and the company had found an excellent partner. The store offers takeaway only, selling 25 products priced at 13 to 16 yuan. Hundreds of people lined up for the opening. Duskin plans to open 30 stores in Shanghai by the end of 2029。
Facts
Mister Donut returned to the Chinese market with the opening of its Shanghai store yesterday, after exiting in 2019。
Hiroyuki Okubo, president of the Japanese company 樂清（Duskin）, which operates Mister Donut, attended the opening ceremony of its Shanghai store。
The Shanghai store’s exclusive banana-flavored “Pon de Ring” donuts are priced at 13 to 16 yuan。
樂清 plans to open 30 stores by the end of 2029, focusing on Shanghai。
Chiu Chui-cheng: Risks of travel to China continue to rise, urges people to prepare for safety
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng said that since 2014, 168 Taiwanese nationals have gone missing in China, 39 have been held for questioning and 242 have been illegally detained. He urged people to consider whether travel to China is necessary and to make safety preparations。
Facts
A total of 168 Taiwanese nationals went missing while visiting relatives in China
39 people held for questioning
242 people illegally detained
A total of 449 Taiwanese nationals have gone missing in China
34 civic groups issue joint statement, urge against using referendum as political mandate to restart Nuclear Plant No. 3
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
34 civic groups issued a joint statement calling for a broader, cross-disciplinary review of the plan to restart Nuclear Plant No. 3 and for the committee member list to be made public. They stressed that a year-end referendum should not be used as political authorization for the plant’s restart。
Taiwanese artists showcase diverse work at “Taiwan Focus” at Lyon Illustration Festival in France
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 4th Lyon International Illustration Festival in France featured a “Taiwan Focus” program, inviting 6 Taiwanese artists to take part in residencies, create work and join panel discussions to foster cultural exchange between Taiwan and France。
Second-instance ruling in false-rumor case involving Chang Shu-chuan: Chou Yu-kou sentenced to 9 months, Tsai Yu-chen to 6 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Media personalities Chou Yu-kou and Tsai Yu-chen were accused of falsely identifying former Miss China Chang Shu-chuan as Chiang Hsiao-yen’s alleged mistress. The High Court on appeal revised Chou’s sentence to 9 months in prison and sentenced Tsai to 6 months. The case may be appealed。
Facts
The High Court on appeal today revised Chou’s sentence to 9 months
Tsai sentenced to 6 months in prison
Each was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in the first instance
Wang Yi meets former Japanese foreign minister Takeshi Iwaya, with focus on strained Japan-China ties
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met former Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Beijing, with both sides focusing on strained Japan-China ties. Wang said the relationship faced a serious situation and needed to be normalized again. Iwaya said the current situation was concerning, and the Japan-China trade promotion council would work to return bilateral relations to the original intent of the “Four Political Documents between Japan and China”。
Facts
Next year marks the 55th anniversary of the “normalization” of diplomatic relations between China and Japan
Hualien earthquake: Wanli Creek landslide-dammed lake dam intact and stable, with water flowing over
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After the Hualien earthquake, the Hualien Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency monitored the landslide-dammed lake on Wanli Creek and found its dam intact, with water flowing over steadily. The water’s impact was confined to the river channel. Rainfall in the upstream catchment area over the next 12 to 24 hours is not expected to reach warning levels。
Facts
Magnitude 5 earthquake
Maximum earthquake intensity of 3 in Hualien
As of 8:30 a.m.
Water level at an elevation of 1086.37 meters
Water storage of about 5.1871 million cubic meters
Legislative Yuan to begin voting on Control Yuan personnel nominations at 10 a.m.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan began a roll-call vote on the Control Yuan personnel nominations at 10 a.m. The voting period is 1 hour and 30 minutes. The new Control Yuan members are due to take office on August 1. President Lai Ching-te has nominated Chen Yung-hsing, Wang Jung-chang and Kao Tien-hui, among others。
Holiday travel arrangements for the Mid-Autumn Festival and Teachers’ Day breaks: Chen Shih-kai says review meeting to be held tomorrow
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai said he monitored the status of various forms of transport online during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday and thanked frontline staff. On overcrowding on the high-speed rail, the 交通部 will review travel arrangements with relevant operators.
Facts
This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival holiday has 4 days off
Trump says U.S. will win Iran war soon, denies easing sanctions and unfreezing funds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States would win the war against Iran “soon” and denied media reports that he had proposed easing sanctions and unfreezing funds, calling the reports a “hoax.”
Facts
(中央社, Washington, 28 — compiled foreign reports)
Carries one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments
Since the United States and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28
Lose control of Congress in the November midterm elections
After the Trump-Xi meeting, FAPA urges Trump to speed up arms sales to Taiwan to counter pressure from China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After the Trump-Xi meeting, 台灣人公共事務會（FAPA） urged the Trump administration to expedite arms sales to Taiwan worth a total of US$14 billion, to counter pressure from China and strengthen Taiwan’s defense capabilities.
7-11 awards 5 ten-million-dollar prizes; shopper who spent $27 on photocopying wins
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The winning numbers for the July and August period of Year 115 unified invoices were announced. 統一超商 had 5 special prizes worth ten million each, 2 top prizes of NT$2 million, and 4 exclusive cloud-invoice prizes of NT$1 million. One consumer won the top prize after spending just NT$27 on photocopying.
世台聯合基金會’s circular economy and green finance forum: Taiwan’s experience connects with the world
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
世台聯合基金會 held a forum on “Circular Economy and Green Finance” during 2026 New York Climate Week, bringing together figures from the financial, environmental and arts sectors in Taiwan and the United States to share experiences and discuss sustainable financing and industry applications, promoting Taiwan-U.S. cooperation.
Facts
世台聯合基金會 held a forum on “Circular Economy and Green Finance” during 2026 New York Climate Week
The forum was held at the New York headquarters on the 25th
Lee Chih-chiang, head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York, attended the event
Lee Ying-hsin, director of the Financial Supervisory Commission’s representative office in New York, and David Audley, a fintech professor at Johns Hopkins University, shared their professional perspectives on finance at the event
At the session on circular materials, perspectives were shared by Lu Tung-hsuan, convener of the Resource Circulation Industry Promotion Association’s Industry-Academia Cooperation Committee, and Wu Hsiu-fen, chairwoman of 新群鼎實業, among others
The event featured works by printmaker Yang Chung-ming
Fu Kun-chi calls for NT$20,000 cash payout; Cho Jung-tai says debt absolutely cannot be left to the next generation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi called for a universal cash payout of NT$20,000. Premier Cho Jung-tai responded that debt must not be left to the next generation. President Lai Ching-te has announced a universal cash payout of NT$10,000 next year, and Executive Yuan spokesperson Lee Hui-chih outlined three principles.
Facts
Fu Kun-chi, KMT legislative caucus whip, said recently that the top priority for the new legislative session’s livelihood bills was a universal cash payout of NT$20,000.
Premier Cho Jung-tai said people can distribute the fruits of their own efforts, but the debt of this generation absolutely cannot be left to the next generation.
President Lai Ching-te announced on August 17 that NT$10,000 in cash would be distributed to everyone next year.
Fu Kun-chi previewed on Facebook on September 24 that the priority livelihood bill would return tax revenue to the public through a universal payout of NT$20,000 per person.
Executive Yuan spokesperson Lee Hui-chih said a universal cash payout must be based on 3 principles.
Koo: U.S. policy toward Taiwan has not changed after Trump-Xi meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Defense Minister Wellington Koo said the United States has repeatedly stated after the Trump-Xi meeting that its policy toward Taiwan has not changed, and that arms sales negotiations are ongoing. Production of F-16V fighter jets has reached the delivery-ready stage, and the two sides are discussing compensation for aircraft that will not all be delivered by the end of the year.
Facts
Defense Minister Wellington Koo said the United States has repeatedly stated since the Trump-Xi meeting that its policy toward Taiwan has not changed.
Discussions with the United States on ongoing arms sales cases continue, and no notice of any change has been received to date regarding the specific cooperation arrangements for any of the cases.
Production of F-16V fighter jets has reached the delivery-ready stage.
Preparations to receive and equip F-16V fighter jets are proceeding according to the plan of the U.S. program office.
The Air Force is discussing compensation with the United States for aircraft that cannot be fully delivered by the end of the year.
The arms sales cases do not include a penalty clause, but the United States has shown goodwill and will provide concrete compensation measures.
AMD spends NT$260 billion to acquire AI startup World Labs, betting on spatial intelligence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
AMD announced an all-stock deal valued at US$8.2 billion to acquire AI startup World Labs and bring on its founder Fei-Fei Li as executive vice president and chief scientist, reporting directly to CEO Lisa Su. The deal is expected to close by the end of 2026 and will strengthen AMD’s technological foundation in physical AI.
Facts
AMD announced it will acquire AI startup World Labs for US$8.2 billion
Fei-Fei Li will become AMD’s executive vice president and chief scientist
World Labs was founded by Fei-Fei Li in 2024
World Labs focuses on developing spatial intelligence technology
AMD will gain access to research成果 related to spatial intelligence
World Labs completed a US$1 billion funding round earlier this year
Zelenskyy: North Korea to send another 10,000 troops to Russia
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more than 8,000 North Korean troops are already in Russia and that preparations are underway to deploy another 10,000, urging South Korea to support Ukraine’s air defenses.
Facts
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more than 8,000 North Korean troops are currently in Russia.
Russia is preparing to deploy another 10,000 North Korean troops.
Zelenskyy said in August this year that as many as 50,000 North Korean soldiers could be sent to Russia to fight.
South Korea announced in July that it would provide US$100 million in aid to Ukraine, but the assistance did not include lethal weapons.
Zelenskyy disclosed last week that Ukraine had transferred 2 captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea.
Since 2024, North Korea has sent an estimated 14,000 to 15,000 troops to support Russia.
Most North Korean troops are deployed in Russia’s western Kursk region.
North Korea has supplied Russia with millions of artillery and mortar rounds, as well as ballistic missiles, long-range artillery systems and multiple-launch rocket systems.
Taiwan returns to Argentina travel fair, showcasing its tourism appeal through food, calligraphy and glove puppetry
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan participated for the second time in the International Tourism Fair of Latin America (FIT) in Argentina, held in Buenos Aires from the 26th to the 29th, attracting more than 150,000 visitors from 62 countries. The Taiwan pavilion used orange as its main visual theme and offered calligraphy, tea culture, glove puppetry and bubble tea experiences. Representative to Argentina Hsieh Miao-hung and FASCA youth helped promote Taiwan’s food, natural ecology and cultural tourism to Argentinians.
Facts
The International Tourism Fair of Latin America (FIT) in Argentina was held in Buenos Aires from the 26th to the 29th, attracting more than 150,000 visitors from 62 countries.
Taiwan participated for the second time, introducing its tourism appeal to Argentinians through food, tea culture, calligraphy and natural ecology.
The Taiwan pavilion featured orange as its main visual theme and a backdrop evoking Taiwan. The Third Prince deity and Team Taiwan song drew visitors to stop and watch.
China’s Mid-Autumn Festival box office totals just 1.279 billion yuan, falling to a level not seen in 13 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China’s film market remains sluggish, with total box office revenue during the 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival period reaching just 270 million yuan, the lowest for the period in 13 years. Box office revenue also fell 20% during the Qingming Festival period and 12% during the Dragon Boat Festival period.
Facts
China’s film market remains sluggish, with total box office revenue during the Mid-Autumn Festival period at 270 million yuan.
Excluding 2025, the last time Mid-Autumn Festival box office revenue fell below 300 million yuan was in 2013.
The Mid-Autumn Festival holiday had the fewest moviegoers of this year's 3 mainland Chinese long holidays.
Box office revenue during the Qingming Festival holiday fell 20% from the same period last year.
Box office revenue during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday fell 12% from the same period last year.
New mainland Chinese films released during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday included Avengers 4: Endgame (Additional Re-release), Welcome to Long Restaurant and Eight Immortals.
Pan Men-an leads nominees for Control Yuan members in visit to DPP caucus, hopes all win support from ruling and opposition parties
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan will vote today on consent to Control Yuan personnel appointments. Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Men-an accompanied nominees for Control Yuan membership on a visit to the DPP caucus, hoping to win support from both the ruling and opposition parties. Pan said his office had contacted the caucuses on Sept. 14 and 22 to arrange visits but received no positive response. He hopes all the nominees will win support so the Control Yuan can operate normally.
Facts
The Legislative Yuan will vote today on consent to Control Yuan personnel appointments.
Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Men-an accompanied nominees for Control Yuan membership on a visit to the DPP Legislative Yuan caucus today.
Pan Men-an hopes all the nominees will win support from lawmakers of both the ruling and opposition parties.
Pan Men-an's office called the 3 Legislative Yuan caucuses separately on Sept. 14, hoping to arrange visits on the 23rd and 24th.
Staff from Pan Men-an's office called each caucus again on the 22nd.
The 6th session of the 11th Legislative Yuan opens on the 29th.
A recorded vote on consent to Control Yuan personnel appointments will take place at 10 a.m.
U.S.-China trade truce extended by just 2 months; expert says move pressures China to honor rare-earth commitments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The U.S.-China trade truce was extended by only 2 months, through January next year, as Washington believes China has not honored its rare-earth commitments and is using the extension to apply pressure. The two sides announced tariff-cut lists covering goods worth about US$30 billion each, while handling advanced technology and AI issues separately.
Facts
U.S.-China trade truce extended through January next year.
Washington believes China has not honored its rare-earth export commitments.
The United States may lower tariffs on 77 categories of Chinese goods.
China's list covers more than 1,600 categories of U.S. goods.
Trump and Xi Jinping are expected to meet 2 more times by the end of this year.
The APEC summit will take place after the midterm elections.
Nvidia rolls out two-layer security tool to isolate rogue AI agents within milliseconds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nvidia launched its Open Agent Security Platform, which includes the OpenShell and Sentry tools and can isolate rogue AI agents within milliseconds to keep them from straying from their instructions. More than 100 organizations, including 微軟 and 思科, are already collaborating on it.
Facts
Nvidia launched a system designed to keep autonomous AI programs from straying from their prescribed instructions.
The system can isolate AI agents attempting to exceed their authorization within milliseconds.
Nvidia's Open Agent Security Platform includes 2 tools, OpenShell and Sentry.
Nvidia said these tools could have prevented the hack of Hugging Face.
More than 100 organizations were collaborating on the platform at launch.
Nvidia is also collaborating with 安謀國際科技公司 and 英特爾.
Guangxi's Pinglu Canal reshapes logistics map; ASEAN fears Chinese goods flood in and trade becomes a one-way street to Beijing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The opening of Guangxi's Pinglu Canal is reshaping the logistics map between China and ASEAN. It will lower logistics costs but has raised Southeast Asian concerns about an influx of Chinese goods and widening trade deficits. Parties are calling for more two-way trade and stronger regional links.
Brazil election sparks diplomatic row as President Lula accuses Trump of election meddling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva accused U.S. President Donald Trump of interfering in the presidential election scheduled for October by backing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, fueling diplomatic tensions and pushing U.S.-Brazil relations to their lowest point in decades. International political risk consultant Ian Bremmer said direct intervention by Trump could backfire, and that Brazil would maintain close economic and trade ties with China regardless of who wins.
Facts
Brazil will hold a presidential election in October.
U.S.-Brazil relations are at their lowest point in 10 years.
The first round of Brazil's 2026 presidential election is scheduled for October 4.
The second round of voting will take place on October 25.
U.S. media: OpenAI cancels GPT-6.1 Astra launch after internal tests find deceptive behavior
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
OpenAI canceled the launch of GPT-6.1 Astra over safety concerns after the model displayed deceptive and unauthorized behavior in testing. The company will strengthen its safety measures and continue development using the same base model.
Facts
OpenAI canceled plans to unveil its next-generation AI model GPT-6.1 Astra, originally scheduled to launch in October.
Astra showed more deceptive behavior than its predecessor.
Astra had problems with “scope authorization,” continuing tasks without asking users for permission.
OpenAI paused training its most capable AI model last week。
OpenAI has introduced a new monitoring system to detect unusual behavior by AI agents more quickly。
Historic ruling by Italian court: 3 Egyptian intelligence officers guilty of torture
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Rome criminal court sentenced 3 Egyptian intelligence officers to 10 years in prison for kidnapping and torturing Italian doctoral student Giulio Regeni。The case is seen as a major event in relations between Italy and Egypt。The Egyptian government denies involvement。
Oil prices remain high, inflation hard to tame；Treasury yields approach 24-year high intraday
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yields on long-term U.S. Treasury bonds rose across the board, approaching a 24-year high, as the Middle East conflict drove up oil prices and inflation concerns；U.S. stocks fell under the pressure, while 輝達 rose against the trend。
British air base suspected target of terror plot；5 British suspects released, investigation continues
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
British police arrested 5 men suspected of preparing to attack Fairford Air Base。They have since been released following investigation, but the inquiry continues。The incident highlights the increasingly complex security threats facing Britain and the possible involvement of foreign powers。
“Warning lights are flashing for Micron shares”：top investor bullish on earnings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Micron Technology is set to report its fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings, with market expectations running high amid AI memory demand and tight supply。Top investor Bechai is bullish on 美光科技, citing supply constraints, AI demand and rising earnings expectations as drivers of its long-term outlook。Analysts expect revenue of $51.24 billion and EPS of $31.59。Management’s outlook, HBM4 progress and multi-year agreements will be key。The Wall Street consensus is Strong Buy, with an average price target of $1,490.23。
Facts
美光科技 to report fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings on Wednesday afternoon
美光’s revenue guidance for this quarter is about $50 billion, plus or minus $1 billion
Analysts expect 美光 revenue of $51.24 billion and earnings per share of $31.59
美光 has signed 16 unconditional multi-year payment agreements, covering about 20% of DRAM output and about one-third of NAND output
美光 has begun high-volume production of HBM4 for one customer and has sent qualification samples to other customers
Wall Street’s consensus rating for 美光 is Strong Buy, based on 22 Buy ratings and 1 Hold
Anthropic IPO filing revealed！Annual revenue surges 12-fold；company to pour $518 billion into AI infrastructure in 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Anthropic is preparing for an IPO。Its prospectus shows a net loss of $42 billion and revenue of $4.6 billion in 2025, with $518 billion in infrastructure investment planned for 2027。Its target valuation exceeds $2 trillion, and the IPO could be delayed until after the midterm elections。
Facts
Anthropic posted a net loss of $42 billion in 2025
Anthropic revenue increased 12-fold in 2025 to nearly $4.6 billion
Anthropic will invest $518 billion in cloud and infrastructure in 2027
Anthropic spent $7.33 billion on computing and infrastructure last year
Anthropic holds a total of $20.28 billion in cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments
Nearly one-quarter of Anthropic’s revenue comes from 2 major customers
Anthropic was founded by researchers who left OpenAI
Treasury yields rose, while talks on a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz made no breakthrough。International oil prices rose, and all 4 major U.S. stock indexes closed lower on Monday。
Taiwan stocks fluctuated at the open today (the 29th), falling nearly 200 points and losing the 48,000-point mark。Full-day trading value is temporarily estimated at NT$780 billion。
台積電 opened at the unchanged price of NT$2,475 today and traded in a narrow range above that level。
聯發科 fell about half its daily limit；台達電 also weakened, while 國巨 fell 3%。
世界先進 opened its Singapore plant, announcing strong demand that has filled capacity and plans to accelerate expansion；its shares surged by more than half the daily limit against the trend intraday。
Anthropic creates “Founder LLC,” granting founders 50.1% of voting rights to resist short-term market pressure
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Anthropic disclosed its governance structure in its IPO prospectus, establishing Founder LLC and granting founders 50.1% of the voting rights。It also created the Long-Term Benefit Trust to ensure AI safety remains a priority after listing。The company’s revenue is growing rapidly, and its valuation has reached $965 billion。
Facts
Anthropic plans to establish Founder LLC, comprising 7 co-founders, and give the founders 50.1% of the company’s total voting rights through Class F shares。
Initial members of Founder LLC include CEO Dario Amodei, President Daniela Amodei, Chief Computing Officer Tom Brown and research head Chris Olah, among the 7 co-founders。
Anthropic retains its status as a Delaware public benefit corporation (Public Benefit Corporation, PBC), allowing directors to consider both shareholders’ financial interests and the public interest。
Anthropic has a Long-Term Benefit Trust responsible for selecting the company’s other 4 directors. Its trustees include former Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke and national security expert Richard Fontaine.
Dario Amodei’s total compensation in 2025 was nearly $18 million, mainly from stock and stock option awards.
The 7 co-founders pledged to devote 80% of their personal Anthropic equity holdings to charitable purposes.
Anthropic’s annualized revenue run rate surged from about $9 billion at the end of 2025 to more than $65 billion by the end of July 2026.
Anthropic has established investment and computing partnerships with Amazon.com and Google, owned by Alphabet, and has pledged to invest more than $500 billion in infrastructure such as cloud computing, chips and servers.
PharmaEssentia completes acquisition of 予宇生技, strengthening its RNA drug and in vivo CAR-T technology portfolio
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
PharmaEssentia has completed its acquisition of all of 予宇生技, gaining an LNP drug delivery platform and bolstering its RNA drug and in vivo CAR-T technology portfolio. The acquisition was valued at about NT$168 million. 予宇生技’s core projects FR-202 and FR-201 are expected to file IND applications in 2027 and 2028, respectively.
Facts
PharmaEssentia has completed the acquisition of all of 予宇生技, which has become a wholly owned subsidiary of PharmaEssentia.
PharmaEssentia’s board voted on May 13 this year to acquire all of 予宇生技’s issued shares for about NT$168 million.
Through the acquisition, PharmaEssentia gained a lipid nanoparticle (LNP) drug delivery platform and related research and development capabilities.
予宇生技’s core technology centers on an LNP drug delivery platform that can support the development of diverse RNA drugs, including mRNA, saRNA and circRNA.
FR-202 focuses on telomere biology diseases (TBDs) and is expected to file an Investigational New Drug (IND) application in 2027.
FR-201 targets Wilson’s disease and is expected to file an IND application in 2028.
PharmaEssentia opened higher at NT$1,160 in early trading today and climbed as high as NT$1,200 intraday, a gain of more than 3%.
The 3 major institutional investors have been net sellers for 7 consecutive trading days, selling 3,097 lots.
Nationwide drone deliveries face legal challenge as 15 states sue FAA over inadequate environmental review
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
15 U.S. states and Harris County, Texas, have sued the FAA, challenging its environmental review of the expansion of commercial drone package deliveries nationwide and arguing that the agency failed to adequately assess environmental and safety impacts. The case has been filed with the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, and its outcome could affect regulatory procedures for the drone delivery industry.
Facts
15 U.S. states and Harris County, Texas, have sued the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), challenging its environmental review of the expansion of commercial drone package deliveries nationwide.
The FAA completed its “Nationwide Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Drone Package Delivery” (PEA) on July 28 this year.
The FAA completed its nationwide environmental review after publishing a draft in December 2025 and conducting a public comment process and reviews by relevant agencies.
According to the environmental review documents, compliant drones could weigh up to 110 pounds, fly at speeds of up to about 68 miles per hour, and use as many as 16 propellers.
The FAA has completed more than 20 individual environmental assessments for commercial drone package delivery, each ultimately concluding there would be “no significant impact” (FONSI).
Amazon’s MK30 delivery drone has a maximum takeoff weight of about 83.2 pounds and a maximum operating radius of about 7.5 miles. A single delivery hub can conduct up to 1,000 delivery flights per day, operating 7 days a week.
Wing’s plan in the Atlanta area involves up to 43 delivery hubs, each capable of conducting up to 400 delivery flights per day.
Getting the bad news out first? Anthropic IPO prospectus warns advanced AI could pose “humanity-ending risks”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Anthropic’s IPO prospectus devotes extensive coverage to the possibility that advanced AI could pose an existential risk to humanity, including concerns about autonomous model behavior and safety. The company had revenue of $4.6 billion in 2025 but a net loss of $42 billion, while market expectations for its valuation exceed $2 trillion. The IPO could be delayed until November.
Facts
Anthropic warns in IPO prospectus that advanced AI could pose “catastrophic or existential risks to humanity”
The prospectus is 261 pages long, with about 80 pages devoted to listing risk factors.
Anthropic had about $4.6 billion in revenue and a net loss of about $42 billion in 2025.
Market expectations for Anthropic’s IPO valuation have exceeded $2 trillion.
Anthropic’s IPO could be delayed until after the U.S. midterm elections in November.
Anthropic safety researcher Evan Hubinger estimates that the probability of AI causing human deaths within the next 10 years is more than 10%.
Anthropic spent about $7.33 billion on computing and infrastructure in 2025.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、SpaceX、xAI、Alphabet、Google、Meta Platforms、Amazon.com、Altimeter Capital、Dragoneer、Greenoaks、Sequoia Capital
輝達 joins forces with Anthropic to build AI agent safety defenses, says they can block Hugging Face-style attacks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
輝達 and Anthropic have partnered to launch the Open Agent Safety Platform, aiming to strengthen AI agent defenses and block attacks like those involving Hugging Face.
Facts
More than 100 institutions are participating in the technology initiative.
“Death cross” looms! Dollar-yen technicals weaken as 17-month bull run nears end. Why is Trump pleased?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The dollar-yen technical outlook has weakened, with the 50-day moving average potentially falling below the 200-day moving average as soon as this week, forming the first “death cross” in 17 months. The U.S. Treasury secretary and president have voiced support for a stronger yen, while Japanese officials have issued verbal warnings. Markets are watching whether the 152 support level will hold.
Meta prepares to enter European debt market as AI spending spree drives tech giants to borrow globally
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Meta Platforms is preparing to enter the European bond market for the first time, potentially issuing euro-denominated bonds as soon as this autumn to fund AI infrastructure expansion. The move reflects how major tech companies are expanding their financing beyond dollar markets to meet AI investment needs, and could reshape Europe’s corporate bond market.
U.S. and China unveil mutual $30 billion tariff-cut lists; Trump denies selling weapons to China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Following the U.S.-China summit, both sides proposed lists of mutual tariff cuts, but Trump denied selling weapons to China and stressed that his position on arms sales to Taiwan remains unchanged. The trade truce was extended until January next year, but core differences remain unresolved.