# AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 727 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 162 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【秋の人恋しさと新しい出会いに関する意識調査】秋になると「人恋しい」と感じる30代・40代・50代独身は約3割

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000188064.html
- anchor: #n3097276
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オープンサイト、aikata（アイカタ）、ラブマガ、株式会社オーケーウェブ

aikata, a matchmaking service operated by 株式会社オープンサイト, surveyed 300 single men and women in their 30s to 50s about “longing for companionship” in fall. A total of 34.6% of men and 30.7% of women said they feel lonelier or long more for company in fall, while 56% of men in their 50s said they wanted to meet someone new. The most common response to feeling lonely was to enjoy a hobby, while few respondents used matchmaking apps.

Facts:
- 300 single men and women
- 56% of men in their 50s
- 34.6% of men
- 30.7% of women
- 46.6% of men
- Reached 71.0% among people in their 50s

## Nationwide Ogyaa donations help create a place for children in Kamaishi — presentation ceremony held

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000191252.html
- anchor: #n3097275
- Companies mentioned: 認定NPO法人Plus One Happiness、公益財団法人日母おぎゃー献金基金、岩手県産婦人科医会、釜石広域基幹相談支援センター

認定NPO法人Plus One Happiness held a ceremony to present a grant of ¥3 million from 公益財団法人日母おぎゃー献金基金. The funding was used to replace air conditioners and install LED lighting at 釜石広域基幹相談支援センター.

Facts:
- 3 million yen
- 1,074 people

## [Developed by a sitting municipal assembly member] “Election Cloud,” an app supporting political activities born from on-the-ground challenges, launches!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000191465.html
- anchor: #n3097274
- Companies mentioned: Attara株式会社

Attara株式会社 will launch “Election Cloud,” an app supporting political activities developed by a sitting municipal assembly member, on October 1, 2026. The app offers centralized management of supporter information, map integration using GIS, and activity log storage, aiming to advance digital transformation in local politics.

Facts:
- The service launches on October 1, 2026
- Established June 1, 2000

## Automated vending machines for dogs, “HELLO! DOG BASE,” launch full-scale operations

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000054212.html
- anchor: #n3097273
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阪急ハロードッグ、株式会社アイナス、エイチ・ツー・オー リテイリング グループ

株式会社阪急ハロードッグ began rolling out “HELLO! DOG BASE,” vending machines selling treats and goods for dogs, in June 2026 as a joint project with 株式会社アイナス.

Facts:
- Launched in June 2026
- Established: May ２００８

## Workers’ compensation claims for mental disorders rise 30% in a year; “Exhibition on Ways to Work and Live” to be held for the first time in Kyoto on World Mental Health Day

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000098230.html
- anchor: #n3097272
- Companies mentioned: 厚生労働省、株式会社MIRISE、株式会社ウエダ本社、一般社団法人HAPS、株式会社一

Against the backdrop of a 30% year-on-year increase in workers’ compensation claims for mental disorders, 株式会社MIRISE and 株式会社ウエダ本社 will jointly hold the “Exhibition on Ways to Work and Live + ALBUM Art Exhibition” in Kyoto on October 9 and 10.

Facts:
- There were 4,958 workers’ compensation claims
- An increase of 1,178 cases (about 30%) from the previous fiscal year
- The number of cases recognized also reached 1,082
- The total number of patients with mental disorders is approximately 6.03 million

## [Joint survey] 50.4% of companies have experienced “dismissal, resignation recommendation or end of term” after appointing executives, including through internal promotion

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000126820.html
- anchor: #n3097271
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エムクラス、九州大学ビジネス・スクール、碇（いかり）研究室

A joint survey by 株式会社エムクラス and 九州大学碇研究室 found that 50.4% of companies had experienced an executive leaving or being removed within 2 years of appointment. Factors behind failure to meet expectations included “a mismatch in ability or experience,” as well as “insufficient relationship-building” and “unclearly defined roles.” Challenges with onboarding conducted entirely in-house include a lack of objectivity and specialized expertise.

Facts:
- 50.4% of companies have experienced “dismissal, resignation recommendation or end of term”
- Survey of 128 companies
- About half cited “a mismatch in ability or experience”
- About 30% said “relationships of trust with colleagues were not sufficiently built” and “expected roles were not clearly defined”
- More than 40% cited “a lack of objective perspectives” and “a lack of specialized expertise”

## Japan AI Center refreshes business positioning toward “AI consulting that sees projects through to implementation”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000179443.html
- anchor: #n3097270
- Companies mentioned: 日本AIセンター株式会社、FDE

日本AIセンター株式会社 announced that, by August 2026, it will reorganize its 3 businesses—AI training, AI talent, and AI agent implementation—under the banner of “AI consulting that sees projects through to implementation,” refreshing its business positioning with on-site support from FDE（Forward Deployed Engineer）at its core.

Facts:
- Our company, in August 2026
- 3 businesses: AI training, AI talent, and AI agent implementation
- Established: December 2024

## [2026 Edition] Survey of 100 Holders of Unrealized Gains on Assets Exceeding 100 Million Yen on Awareness of Correcting the “100 Million Yen Wall”

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000181252.html
- anchor: #n3097269
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社LIS、AFFLUENT THEORY、アフルエント・セオリー

合同会社LIS surveyed 100 affluent individuals with net financial assets exceeding 100 million yen and unrealized gains exceeding 10 million yen. Regarding correction of the “100 million yen wall” through the Reiwa 8 fiscal-year tax reform (stricter minimum tax), 68.4% of respondents in their 50s said they did not know that the special deduction would be halved, revealing a significant gap in awareness and intentions to act compared with respondents in their 40s.

Facts:
- Unrealized gains of 10 million yen or more
- From 330 million yen
- to 165 million yen
- From 22.5%
- to 30%
- 68.4% of respondents in their 50s said, “I didn’t know”
- Among respondents in their 40s, 21.4% did not know
- 52.6% said, “I don’t think this applies to me”
- A combined 78.9% had effectively taken no action
- 46.4% of respondents in their 40s
- 5.3% of respondents in their 50s
- The figure for respondents in their 50s was just 42.1%

## “Satoyama Restoration: Build a Cooking Stove” workshop with a plasterer in their 30s to be held 3 times from October in the upper reaches of the Nagao River in Minamiboso!

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000184936.html
- anchor: #n3097268
- Companies mentioned: 奥白浜里山保全団体、SUNAO Retreat 奥白浜

奥白浜里山保全団体 will hold a 3-session workshop beginning in October 2026 at “SUNAO Retreat 奥白浜” in Minamiboso, Chiba Prefecture, where participants can build a cooking stove using local satoyama soil under the instruction of a plasterer in their 30s.

Facts:
- October–December 2026
- Single-session participation: 5,500 yen / session
- Discount for participating in all 3 sessions: 15,000 yen
- Price: 11,000 yen / night

## AI security comparison chaos map released — 44 products you can “choose to suit your company,” down to the assets protected and scope of assessment

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000186517.html
- anchor: #n3097267
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーケティングプランナー、AIエージェントナビ、ガートナージャパン

AIエージェントナビ, operated by 株式会社マーケティングプランナー, has released a comparison chaos map organizing 44 AI security products into 6 categories. In response to the challenge that 73% of domestic companies are unable to manage shadow AI, according to research by ガートナージャパン, it provides a neutral list that allows users to choose products based on the assets they need to protect and the scope of assessment.

Facts:
- The listing covers 44 products across 6 categories
- 73% of domestic companies are unable to effectively manage shadow AI

## “Japan’s Best Seitai Practitioner Championship 2026,” a new-era technical competition where AI measures “technique,” to be held in December at Yoyogi National Gymnasium

- Published: 2026-09-29T10:00:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000188414.html
- anchor: #n3097266
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マジックハンズ、カルティ シセイカルテ、Magic Hands Therapist Academy、iTEC

“Japan’s Best Seitai Practitioner Championship 2026,” organized by 株式会社マジックハンズ, will be held in December at Yoyogi National Gymnasium. The event will use objective assessments from an AI posture analysis system, with 400 participants entering from across Japan and total prize money of 3 million yen.

Facts:
- 2026
- December
- 3rd
- 8 regions nationwide
- 400 competitors
- Total prize money: 3 million yen
- 760 treatment model slots

## Taiwan stocks fall 392 points to close at 47631, losing the 5-day moving average

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:48:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290132.aspx
- anchor: #n3098487
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台積電、聯發科、鴻海

受美債殖利率上升及中秋連假後補跌氣氛影響，台股開低走低，高本益比族群領跌。加權指數終場收在47631.96點，下跌392.64點，跌幅0.82%，失守5日線；成交值增至新台幣7850.39億元。權值股中，台積電收平盤，聯發科重挫7.1%，鴻海收平盤。

Facts:
- Down 392.64 points
- Closed at 47631.96 points
- Down 0.82%
- 新台幣7850.39億元
- Closed unchanged at 2475 yuan
- Plunged 7.1%
- Closed at 4910 yuan
- Closed unchanged at 250.5 yuan

## U.S.-bound trips reached 315,000 in January-August; Taiwan ranked as the 19th-largest long-haul source market

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:46:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290131.aspx
- anchor: #n3098488
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、美國旅遊推展協會、美國國家旅遊局

Tang Ching-yi, president of the 美國旅遊推展協會, said 315,000 trips were made by Taiwan travelers to the United States from January through August, up 8.4% year on year. Taiwan remained the 19th-largest long-haul source market for the United States. Thanks to new routes and schedule adjustments, the average length of stay increased to 11 days, with travelers spending heavily.

Facts:
- 315,000 trips
- Up 8.4%
- The 19th-largest long-haul source market
- From 7 days
- Extended to 11 days

## Taiwan stocks fall 392.64 points

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:44:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290130.aspx
- anchor: #n3098484
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中信台灣收益、友達、群益臺灣加權正2、復華富時不動產、凱基台灣TOP50、柏騰、台亞、晶心科、GIS-KY、美亞、宏碁遊戲-創、統新、北極星藥業-KY、GOGOLOOK、興泰

台北股市震盪收跌392.64點至47631.96點，成交金額達新台幣7850.39億元；八大類股中僅塑化股上漲，其餘皆下跌。

Facts:
- Fell 392.64 points
- At 47631.96 points
- Down 0.82%
- 成交金額新台幣7850.39億元
- Opened at 47873.89 points
- High of 48045.13 points
- Low of 47573.09 points
- The index excluding financial stocks stood at 42513.28 points
- Fell 361.43 points
- Cement stocks fell 0.70%
- Food stocks fell 0.75%
- Plastics stocks rose 1.97%
- Textile stocks fell 0.80%
- Electrical and machinery stocks fell 1%
- Paper stocks fell 1.33%
- Construction stocks fell 1.01%
- Financial stocks fell 0.54%

## Definition of drug-driving accidents revised; traffic deaths among older people rose by 33 in first 7 months

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:43:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290129.aspx
- anchor: #n3098485
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部、內政部警政署

The 交通部 released traffic accident statistics for the first 7 months of 115. As of the 30th, total fatalities stood at 1569, down 1.1% from the same period last year. However, deaths among older people increased by 33 to 697, concentrated mainly in Taoyuan, Taichung and Hualien. The definition of drug-driving accidents was also revised starting in July, adding second parties involved in drug-related violations to the statistics to reflect the actual effectiveness of enforcement.

Facts:
- A total of 1569 deaths as of the 30th
- Down 1.1% from the same period last year
- Deaths among older people rose by 33
- A decline of 12.3%
- Down by 18 people
- A decline of 15%
- A decline of more than 54%
- 697 deaths among older people
- Up 5%
- Including Taoyuan (25 people)
- Taichung (14 people)
- Hualien (13 people)
- Each accounted for 50% of older-adult fatal accidents in the 3 counties and cities listed above
- Drug-driving caused 23 deaths in the first 6 months of this year
- There were 7 deaths in July alone
- A total of 105 accidents were recorded in July this year
- The number fell to 89 in August

## 歐盟擬暫不註銷多餘碳權 積庫存以備調節碳價暴漲

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:39:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://netzero.cna.com.tw/news/202609290128/
- anchor: #n3098454
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、歐盟、歐盟執委會、歐洲議會

歐盟 member states reached an agreement to temporarily suspend the cancellation of surplus carbon offset allowances under the Emissions Trading System (ETS), keeping reserve allowances in the Market Stability Reserve (MSR) to address possible carbon price spikes and energy cost pressures before 2030.

Facts:
- Allowances to offset 400 million tonnes of carbon emissions
- Release of an additional 75 million tonnes of offset allowances
- Allowances in the MSR must exceed 800 million tonnes
- The ETS accounts for an average of 11% of industrial electricity costs in the 歐盟

## After joint China-Myanmar crackdown, Myanmar's Myawaddy online scam compounds revive and openly recruit

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:27:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609290127.aspx
- anchor: #n3098451
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、星島日報

After a joint China-Myanmar crackdown, online scam compounds in Myawaddy, Myanmar, have revived and are openly recruiting.

Facts:
- A total of 500,000 SIM cards linked to online gambling and fraud
- Demolished more than 630 buildings in the area, previously occupied by online scam groups

## High court finds Zhou Yukou led the case, changes sentence to 9 months in prison with no option of a fine

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:26:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290126.aspx
- anchor: #n3098452
- Companies mentioned: 民視、晶華酒店、華航

The High Court revised the ruling in Zhou Yukou's defamation case, finding her to be the driving force behind the case and sentencing her to 9 months in prison with no option to pay a fine. Tsai Yuzhen was found to have echoed her claims and received a 6-month sentence, which can be commuted to a fine.

Facts:
- Tsai Yuzhen's sentence revised to 6 months
- Each received 1 year and 6 months in the first trial
- 以新台幣1000元折算1日

## Reuters: Anthropic warns in IPO prospectus that AI could pose an existential risk to humanity

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609290125.aspx
- anchor: #n3098435
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SpaceX

Anthropic has issued a rare warning in its IPO prospectus that advanced AI could pose an existential risk to humanity. The prospectus devotes far more space to risk factors than to the business overview, and a safety researcher estimates the chance that AI will cause human deaths within 10 years at more than 10%.

Facts:
- Anthropic plans to warn potential investors in its IPO prospectus that advanced AI could pose a “catastrophic or existential risk” to humanity.
- The prospectus emphasizes that AI models may display “self-preservation behavior,” including trying to “resist shutdown,” “conceal or manipulate information,” and even engage in “blackmail-like” behavior.
- Anthropic safety researcher Evan Hubinger estimates that the probability of AI causing human deaths in the next 10 years is more than 10%.
- About 80 pages of the prospectus's 261-page main text are devoted to risk factors, nearly twice the 48 pages allocated to describing the company's business.
- In the 277-page main text of its prospectus, SpaceX devotes only about 38 pages to risk factors.
- Anthropic says its models may detect when they are being evaluated, substantially limiting the ability to assess their safety.

## International companies gather at Singapore Tech Week; Taiwanese firms showcase data and AI technology

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:13:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290124.aspx
- anchor: #n3098391
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中華民國對外貿易發展協會、TAITRA、叡揚資訊、皓博科技

Singapore Tech Week opened at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Taiwan's exhibitors, represented by a Taiwan Pavilion organized by TAITRA, showcased technologies including data, AI and cybersecurity, making the pavilion a highlight of international exchange.

Facts:
- About eight-tenths of Taiwan's exports to Singapore in 2025 were semiconductors and related products
- About six-tenths of Singapore's exports to Taiwan were also semiconductor-related equipment

## 湧盛 plans to list on the emerging stock market in late October at a tentative price of 75 yuan per share, focusing on automotive AM compressors

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:11:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290123.aspx
- anchor: #n3098287
- Companies mentioned: 湧盛電機、DENSO、VALEO、DELPHI、SANDEN、中央社

Automotive air-conditioning compressor maker 湧盛電機 plans to list on the emerging stock market in late October, with a tentative underwriting price of 75 yuan per share. The company has built a strong presence in the automotive AM compressor market, established multiple technology platforms and expanded its global distribution channels.

Facts:
- Underwriting price of 75 yuan per share
- More than 3000 product models
- More than 25 years
- More than eight-tenths
- About 46%
- About 37%
- About 14%
- About 51%
- About 43%
- About 6%
- NT$136 million
- Earnings per share of NT$5.34
- Revenue of NT$1.428 billion
- Down 17.34%

## Haiti gangs launch retaliatory attack just after UN security force withdraws，killing 11

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:09:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290122.aspx
- anchor: #n3098288
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

Gangs launched a retaliatory attack in Haiti's Artibonite Department shortly after a UN-backed security force withdrew following an operation，leaving at least 11 people dead.

Facts:
- 3 gang members killed
- About 11 to 12 people have been killed

## Driver crashes into utility pole，saliva test positive for ketamine；police seize drugs

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:08:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290121.aspx
- anchor: #n3098289
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社、高雄市政府警察局鼓山分局龍華派出所

A woman surnamed Wu in Kaohsiung crashed her car into a utility pole. Police tested her saliva and found it positive for ketamine，and seized drug-laced coffee sachets and ketamine. She was referred for prosecution under public-safety and drug-control laws.

Facts:
- 28-year-old Wu
- 27-year-old man surnamed Wu
- NT$150,000 fine

## National Taiwan University opens offshore wind talent training base，creating a near-production-line environment

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:06:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290120.aspx
- anchor: #n3098290
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大學、教育部、高雄科大、虎尾科大、勤益科大、建國科大、東南科大

台灣大學 and 教育部 jointly launched the “Offshore Wind Industry Talent Training Base”，with a NT$100 million subsidy to establish training facilities in Taipei and Yunlin，linking up with several universities of science and technology to provide comprehensive training.

Facts:
- NT$100 million
- Net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
- ROC years 112 to 114

## Japanese men's volleyball player Rui Takahashi comes out as gay，thanks brother and teammates for their support

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:57:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609290119.aspx
- anchor: #n3098286
- Companies mentioned: 三得利太陽鳥大阪、中央社

Japanese men's volleyball player Rui Takahashi came out as gay on Instagram，thanking his younger brother Ran Takahashi and his teammates for their support. He hopes his experience can help others accept themselves.

Facts:
- 26-year-old Rui Takahashi
- Together for about 2 years
- A third-place finish after 45 years
- Born Jan. 14，2000
- After graduating in 2022

## President praises school meal providers for protecting students，hopes NT$100 billion plan will help small and medium-sized businesses upgrade

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:56:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290118.aspx
- anchor: #n3098285
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中華民國餐盒食品商業同業公會全國聯合會、全聯會、民進黨、教育部

President Lai Ching-te met with 中華民國餐盒食品商業同業公會全國聯合會 and praised school meal providers for protecting students' food safety. The government has approved the “Plan to Support and Strengthen Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises”，and will invest NT$100 billion over the next 8 years to help industries upgrade and transform.

Facts:
- Providing lunch every day for about 1.07 million students
- NT$100 billion to be invested over the next 8 years
- 全聯會 brings together trade associations from 14 counties and cities
- 131 school lunch catering companies
- The share of traceable domestic ingredients has approached 99%
- 撐起台灣將近8成的就業機會

## Black bear spotted at Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area，approaching a busy visitor area for the first time

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:55:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290117.aspx
- anchor: #n3098149
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、林業及自然保育署台中分署、林業保育署

林業及自然保育署台中分署 captured footage of a Formosan black bear near the 49K Xiaoxueshan Information Station in Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area. It is the first recorded sighting of a bear approaching an area with heavy visitor activity. To reduce human-bear conflicts，the agency has installed an AI bear-warning system since Year 113 and stepped up public outreach and emergency drills.

Facts:
- 49K Xiaoxueshan Information Station
- Starting in ROC year 113
- 1150929

## Asian Games women's boxing: “Cancer-fighting queen” Chen Nien-chin advances to 65kg gold medal bout

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:54:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609290116.aspx
- anchor: #n3098150
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

名古屋亞運女子拳擊65公斤級4強，台灣選手陳念琴以3比2擊敗北韓黃孝順，晉級金牌戰。

Facts:
- 65kg division
- Round 3
- 3 to 2

## Hsieh Kuo-liang accuses Tung's father of violating political neutrality；Tung Tzu-wei camp says Second Credit Cooperative staff are campaigning

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:53:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290115.aspx
- anchor: #n3098151
- Companies mentioned: 鏡週刊、中央社、基隆市第二信用合作社、民防大隊、謝清雲文教基金會、小英基金會、民進黨

Hsieh Kuo-liang accused Tung Tzu-wei's father of violating administrative neutrality. Tung's camp countered that it was abnormal for senior figures at the Second Credit Cooperative to campaign for candidates.

Facts:
- 4 senior executives
- Sept. 1
- 1150929

## Ko Wen-je discusses blue-white election in Zhubei，says both sides are making their final push

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:52:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290114.aspx
- anchor: #n3098152
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、民眾黨

Ko Wen-je discussed the blue-white election in Zhubei，saying Yang Wen-ke's remarks were an internal 國民黨 matter and that both sides were making their own final push in the closing stage of the campaign.

Facts:
- Hsinchu County，29
- 1150929

## Man abducted and slashed in street；Xizhi police track suspects to Keelung and arrest 5 within 3 hours

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:47:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290113.aspx
- anchor: #n3098145
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新北市警察局汐止分局、基隆礦工醫院、士林地檢署

A man from Xizhi in New Taipei was forced into a vehicle and taken to Keelung. Police tracked the case for 3 hours before surrounding and arresting 5 suspects near Keelung's Miaokou Night Market. They also seized drugs and an air gun. The victim suffered an arm injury and was taken to hospital.

Facts:
- Within 3 hours
- 5 suspects
- 2 passenger cars

## 內政部預告修正不動產估價經驗認定 助理員納採認

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:47:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290112.aspx
- anchor: #n3098146
- Companies mentioned: 內政部、不動產估價師公會全國聯合會

內政部 has proposed revisions to the “Standards for Recognizing Real Estate Appraisal Experience”，which would recognize qualifying experience by real estate appraisal assistants and allow appraisal work periods at different institutions to be combined when a person has worked at each for only a short time.

Facts:
- At least two years
- ROC year 90
- Year 113
- 114年
- 1150929

## 30 billion versus 30 billion；analyst says US-China economic and trade ties unlikely to see major swings in the short term

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:44:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609290111.aspx
- anchor: #n3098147
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中國商務部、香港星島日報、上海復旦大學國際問題研究院

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Facts:
- Tariffs on goods worth about $30 billion
- Tariffs on about 90% of the products will be lowered to most-favored-nation rates
- The US tariff-reduction list contains 77 items
- The scale could eventually grow to 40 billion
- Possibly even 50 billion

## Civic groups call for uniform surveillance video rules for kindergartens；Education Ministry says guidelines are in place

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:44:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290110.aspx
- anchor: #n3098148
- Companies mentioned: 教育部、台灣愛孩子聯盟、中央社

After an incident involving the mistreatment of children in Keelung，台灣愛孩子聯盟 joined affected parents and elected representatives in petitioning the 教育部 to call for uniform surveillance video rules for kindergartens. The ministry said guidelines are already in place，setting out image-retention periods and procedures for access，and that violations are publicly disclosed in accordance with the law.

Facts:
- Surveillance footage should be retained for 14 days
- Footage related to cases of illegal treatment of children should be kept for 3 years

## Bangkok floods prompt calls for review；Prime Minister criticized for inspecting damage barefoot as government warnings come under scrutiny

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:41:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290109.aspx
- anchor: #n3098144
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民族報、The Nation、曼谷郵報、Bangkok Post

Severe flooding in Bangkok has prompted calls for a review. Prime Minister Anutin was criticized after saying the situation was under control while wading barefoot during an inspection. The government's warning system also came under scrutiny for issuing alerts too late，while a water-diversion project faces challenges including environmental assessments and local opposition.

Facts:
- Floodwaters reached 1.5 meters at one point
- Authorities issued a cell broadcast alert at around 10 a.m.
- Some areas had been flooded since 1 or 2 a.m.
- (about NT$156.2 billion)
- The project will extend about 270 kilometers
- Expected to take 8 years to complete
- Similar projects have been proposed several times over the past 15 years
- Residents from 5 provinces petitioned again

## “Black and White Cleaners” combines temple culture with a world of secret agents；familiar faces from 8 p.m. dramas share the screen

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:39:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202609290108.aspx
- anchor: #n3098103
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社

The series “Black and White Cleaners”，created by directors Hung Tzu-hsuan and Chang Heng-ju，builds a world of underground agents around Taiwan's temple culture. The cast includes Lin Hsi-lei，Lee Ming-shun and Nicky Lee，along with familiar faces from 8 p.m. dramas such as Wang Chung-huang，Wang Chen-fu and Su Ping-hsien. The directors praised the cast's efficient and precise performances.

Facts:
- 8 p.m. drama
- 96 minutes

## Green councilor asks about cross-strait relations；Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen says she is committed to the Constitution and safeguarding the Republic of China

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:39:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290107.aspx
- anchor: #n3098104

Taichung City Councilor Lin Te-yu asked Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen to define the relationship between the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China. Lu said she was committed to the Constitution and safeguarding the Republic of China.

Facts:
- 5月
- September
- 1150929

## 高雄捷運列車故障清車 影響旅客約延誤9分鐘

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:38:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290106.aspx
- anchor: #n3098105
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、高捷公司、高雄捷運

高雄捷運於上午6時45分發生列車故障，高捷公司依標準作業流程進行清車，導致旅客約延誤9分鐘，後續全線已恢復正常行駛。

Facts:
- Around 6:45 a.m.
- Delayed by about 9 minutes

## Tainan police officer causes accident while riding motorcycle after drinking, receives 1 major demerit and is reassigned to non-supervisory role

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:31:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290105.aspx
- anchor: #n3098061
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台南市政府警察局、台南市警察局第二分局、台南地檢署

台南市政府警察局第二分局一名二線三星陳姓警官酒後騎機車肇事，雖未釀嚴重傷亡，但因身為警局幹部，警方除依法移送法辦，並召開考績會記1大過、調整為非主管職務。

Facts:
- A blood alcohol level of 1.12 milligrams per liter
- Issued 1 major demerit
- Will receive a C grade in the 115 annual performance review

## Legislature opens new session; KMT prioritizes bill for 20,000 in cash handouts

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:29:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290104.aspx
- anchor: #n3098062

The Legislative Yuan opened its new session, and the KMT caucus prioritized a draft special act on “sharing the fruits of economic growth with all and stabilizing livelihoods,” proposing a cash handout of NT$20,000 to everyone. Caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said this year's tax revenue surplus is projected to exceed NT$1 trillion and could top NT$2 trillion next year, enough to fund the handout. The caucus also plans to raise the farmers' allowance to NT$15,000 per person per year.

Facts:
- NT$20,000 in cash handouts to everyone
- This year's tax revenue surplus is projected to exceed NT$1 trillion
- 預估明年超收超過2億元
- Distribute NT$10,000 in AI dividends to everyone next year
- 到今年8月底，共超收6700億元
- 去年國家稅收超收5283億元
- 共2300億元
- About NT$4,000 hundred million or more
- 追加預算6000億元
- There is still more than NT$4,000 hundred million available to return to the public in tax rebates
- Next year's tax revenue surplus could exceed NT$2 trillion
- Raise the farmers' allowance to NT$15,000 per person per year

## 24.4% of caregivers have no backup; 191 family care sites help ensure a safe handoff

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:26:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290103.aspx
- anchor: #n3098063
- Companies mentioned: 衛福部、家庭照顧者關懷總會、中央社

衛福部攜手家庭照顧者關懷總會推出「安心交接計畫」，透過191處家照共融據點專員協助高壓照顧者尋找替手。統計顯示24.4%照顧者無替手，主因擔心他人不懂照顧眉角或受孝道束縛。衛福部次長呂建德指出，截至115年7月全台照服員達10萬餘人，社區整體照顧服務體系已布建1.6萬處。

Facts:
- 24.4% of caregivers have no backup
- 191 family care inclusion sites
- As of July 115, Taiwan had 104,079 care attendants
- 16,000 community integrated care service sites have been established

## Trump announces $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, with focus on midterm elections

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290102.aspx
- anchor: #n3097971
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、梅薩比金屬公司、Mesabi Metallics、路透社

Trump announced that 梅薩比金屬公司 will invest $15 billion to build the largest steel plant in U.S. history in Iowa, with production expected to begin in 2030. The move is seen as campaign publicity for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections.

Facts:
- $15 billion
- 7.5 million tons
- 10 million tons
- 1,750
- 6,000

## Rebuilding of Xizhi Xiufeng High School proceeds alongside demolition; New Taipei City invests NT$730 million, project completed and opened

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:19:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290101.aspx
- anchor: #n3097972
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、一手新聞

The rebuilding of Xizhi Xiufeng High School in New Taipei City took 8 years and used a “demolish and rebuild simultaneously” approach. The New Taipei City Government invested NT$730 million to construct the new Zhongxiao and Renai buildings. The project was officially completed and opened today, and won the National Excellence in Construction Award.

Facts:
- City government investment of NT$730 million
- Took 8 years
- Interior fittings cost nearly NT$1 billion
- 39 classes

## Consumer confidence rises to 1-and-a-half-year high in September; confidence in stocks and housing also recovers

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:17:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290100.aspx
- anchor: #n3097973
- Companies mentioned: 中央大學、台灣房屋集團、輔仁大學AI人工智慧發展中心、健康力股份有限公司

中央大學公布9月消費者信心指數（CCI）升至68.77點，為1年半以來最高。股房信心同步回溫，其中「購買房地產時機」指標因央行鬆綁信用管制大增8.81點；「未來半年投資股票時機」創近1年新高。耐久性財貨信心則因3C產品價格上漲而僅小幅上升。

Facts:
- Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) at 68.77 points
- Up 3.76 points month over month
- Highest level in 1 and a half years
- Surged 8.81 points in a single month
- “Timing for investing in stocks over the next six months” at 35.42 points
- Surged 7.7 points in a single month
- “Timing for buying real estate” indicator at 98.84 points
- 自然人第2戶貸款拉高至7成
- Interest rates frozen for 10 consecutive meetings
- Most loan disbursements require a wait of 3 months
- Rose only slightly, by 0.64 points
- A total of 3,182 residents of Taiwan aged 20 and older were interviewed
- At a 95% confidence level
- The margin of sampling error is plus or minus 2.0 percentage points

## Mid-Autumn Festival holiday fuels group dining; 王品集團 revenue hits NT$359 million in 4 days

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:15:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290099.aspx
- anchor: #n3097918
- Companies mentioned: 王品集團、中央社

The Mid-Autumn Festival holiday fueled group dining, with 王品集團 revenue topping NT$359 million in 4 days. Revenue on the Mid-Autumn Festival itself rose more than 20% year over year.

Facts:
- NT$359 million
- NT$90 million
- Up more than 20% year over year
- More than 370 outlets

## 銘傳大學 joins National Day reception service with new uniforms featuring a droplet neckline and bow tie

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:12:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290098.aspx
- anchor: #n3097919
- Companies mentioned: 銘傳大學、中央社

銘傳大學 unveiled new uniforms for its National Day reception service, designed by Liao Chia-lin. The design combines a stand-up collar, a droplet neckline and a refined bow tie, aiming to balance formality with youthful energy.

Facts:
- Taipei, the 29th
- 1150929

## KMT raises cash handout proposal to NT$20,000; DPP says bidding up the amount could go on endlessly

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:10:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290097.aspx
- anchor: #n3097814

President Lai Ching-te announced a cash handout of NT$10,000 per person next year, and the KMT caucus in the Legislative Yuan raised the proposal to NT$20,000 as a priority bill. DPP caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung criticized the competing proposals to increase the amount as potentially endless, and said budget allocations must comply with the Budget Act and the Constitution.

Facts:
- NT$10,000 in cash
- A 20,000 cash payout for every person
- NT$235.7 billion in funding for the NT$10,000 cash handout

## Penghu fishing boat captain falls overboard and is found unconscious; Coast Guard escorts him to Magong for treatment

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:08:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290096.aspx
- anchor: #n3097815
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、澎湖海巡隊、海巡署金馬澎分署第十三巡防區指揮部、海巡署、三總澎湖分院

The captain of the Penghu-registered fishing boat “Man Yi Fa” fell overboard in waters south of Neian and was found unconscious. 澎湖海巡隊 launched an emergency rescue and escorted the captain to 三總澎湖分院 in Magong for treatment.

Facts:
- 7:52 a.m. today
- 0.4 nautical miles south of Neian
- 7:55 a.m.
- 船上僅船長太太1人
- Dispatched 2 Coast Guard personnel
- 海巡署's free “118” emergency hotline

## Mainland media: Hong Kong Chinese-funded brokerages clear deposit services for mainland China accounts

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:06:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609290095.aspx
- anchor: #n3097816
- Companies mentioned: 富途、老虎、長橋、華盛證券、國泰君安國際、富途控股、老虎國際

According to mainland media reports, to comply with regulatory requirements from the China Securities Regulatory Commission and other departments to crack down on illegal cross-border securities, futures and fund operations, 國泰君安國際 will adjust services for mainland Chinese investment accounts starting on the 26th of this month, restricting deposits and purchases when users log in from an IP address in mainland China. The move is similar to measures taken earlier by 富途, 老虎, 長橋 and 華盛證券 to clear deposit services for mainland accounts.

Facts:
- 國泰君安國際 to make partial adjustments starting on the 26th of this month
- Jointly issued by the China Securities Regulatory Commission and 8 other departments
- A 2-year period for centralized rectification was set

## Taichung City invests more than NT$9.3 billion to build new artery connecting to Central Taiwan Science Park

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:04:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290094.aspx
- anchor: #n3097817
- Companies mentioned: 台中市政府、台中市建設局、交通部高速公路局

台中市政府斥資逾93億元推動西屯區漢翔路延伸至東大路道路新闢工程，第一期橋梁標（瓦磘橋拓寬改建）已於9月開工，完工後將成為串聯中科與市區的第7條東西向聯絡道路。

Facts:
- More than NT$9.3 billion
- The project is 3.3 kilometers long
- The 7th east-west connecting road

## New Taiwan dollar weakens 2.2 cents at midday, temporarily closing at 31.802

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:03:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290093.aspx
- anchor: #n3097811
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

The New Taiwan dollar temporarily closed at 31.802 against the U.S. dollar at midday in the Taipei foreign exchange market, down 2.2 cents, with turnover of US$537 million.

Facts:
- 31.802
- Down 2.2 cents
- US$537 million
- 31.8
- 31.76
- 31.838

## Rights group says North Korean Embassy in China has secret prison, urges international monitoring

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:02:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290092.aspx
- anchor: #n3097812
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、韓聯社、高麗航空

The Seoul-based human rights group Transitional Justice Working Group released a report alleging that North Korea operates an underground secret prison inside its embassy in China, where North Koreans seen as threats to the regime are interrogated before being sent back. The group called for international monitoring.

Facts:
- Cases are reported to the authorities in Pyongyang within 12 to 24 hours
- Transferred after about 6 months of interrogation by Chinese authorities
- 3 years after he was sent back

## Pingdong education union reveals official embroiled in gender-equity controversy; teacher says legal action remains an option

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:02:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290091.aspx
- anchor: #n3097813
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、屏東教育產業工會、教育部國民及學前教育署、屏東縣政府

屏東教育產業工會理事長郭瑋真召開記者會，揭露工會內一名蔣姓幹部涉性平爭議並已解除職務。蔣師否認不實指控，表示不排除訴諸法律；屏教產將向教育部國民及學前教育署檢舉。

Facts:
- Received a complaint about a week ago
- (Editor: Li Heng-shan) 1150929

## Anthropic IPO prospectus revealed, shedding light on AI plans and massive losses

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:56:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202609290090.aspx
- anchor: #n3097809
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、OpenAI、路透社

路透社取得Anthropic IPO招股書，揭露其2025年淨虧損420億美元及營收46億美元。公司擬投入巨資建設基礎設施，估值有望達2兆美元，同時面臨AI安全挑戰與新產品發布。

Facts:
- Anthropic posted a net loss of as much as US$42 billion in 2025.
- Anthropic plans to spend US$518 billion over the next few years on cloud, computing and infrastructure-related costs.
- Anthropic generated nearly US$4.6 billion in revenue in 2025, an increase of about 12 times.
- Anthropic's IPO could push the company's valuation above US$2 trillion.
- Anthropic spent US$7.33 billion on computing power and infrastructure last year.
- Anthropic launched its new Opus 5.5 model last week.
- Anthropic's listing could be delayed until after the U.S. midterm elections in November.

## Pope warns concerns about AI are not fake news, questions tech leaders' laissez-faire stance

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:56:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290089.aspx
- anchor: #n3097810
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）、Meta、Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、SpaceX、xAI

Pope Leo XIV warned that fears AI could destroy the world are not fake news, criticized Donald Trump and tech leaders such as Jensen Huang for advocating a no-limits approach, and called for global action to ensure AI safety.

Facts:
- Pope Leo XIV said concerns that AI could destroy the world are not fake news
- Pope questions some business leaders' position that AI should have no limits
- Trump said at the United Nations General Assembly that concerns about AI harming humanity were a hoax
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang agreed with Trump's view, saying concerns about AI safety were exaggerated
- Pope urges the world to ensure AI development does not become capable of destroying humanity

## Philippines accuses Chinese vessels of 'illegal fishing,' drives Chinese militia ship and boats away from Nanyue Island

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:55:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290088.aspx
- anchor: #n3097677
- Companies mentioned: 菲律賓海岸防衛隊、中央社、中國海警、菲律賓漁業局

菲律賓海岸防衛隊在南鑰島海域驅離一艘中國海上民兵船及24艘舢舨，指控其從事非法捕魚活動，過程未引發衝突。

Facts:
- 24 sampans
- 1.2 nautical miles away
- a distance of 50 yards
- within a 300-yard area
- 「9622」
- 54 nautical miles away

## Lawmakers propose expanding maternity leave; groups urge longer paternity leave to prevent employment discrimination

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:52:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290087.aspx
- anchor: #n3097678

Civic groups called on the Legislative Yuan to also increase the number of days of paternity leave while reviewing a draft bill to extend maternity leave, to prevent employment discrimination.

Facts:
- Maternity leave would be extended from the current 8 weeks to 12 weeks
- Paternity leave would be extended from 7 days to 14 days
- Further extend maternity leave to 14 weeks

## Taiwan Forward proposes amending election law, urges publication of candidates' criminal records in election bulletins

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:52:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290086.aspx
- anchor: #n3097679
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、時代力量、台灣基進、台灣綠黨、小民參政歐巴桑聯盟、台灣前進陣線、國民黨、民進黨、民眾黨

台灣前進陣線呼籲立法院修正公職人員選罷法，要求在選舉公報增列參選人刑事紀錄欄位，並指出多位議員及村里長參選人有刑事紀錄。

Facts:
- Of the 1502 candidates for councilor nationwide
- 129 have criminal convictions or have been indicted
- About 8.6%
- Of the 81 candidates for county and city chief
- 9 of them
- Of the 14,053 candidates for village and borough chief
- 107 have relevant criminal records
- 時代力量在2023年曾提案

## Student groups call for teachers' 'right to disconnect,' urge teachers, parents and students to foster a supportive environment

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:47:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290085.aspx
- anchor: #n3097674
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、EdYouth、教育部

學生團體EdYouth呼籲教育部及縣市政府保障教師「離線權」，釐清工作與生活界線，並建議調整專任輔導教師待遇以解決招聘困境。

Facts:
- Taipei, the 29th
- For example, 6 o'clock
- 1150929

## Cash handout issue: TPP caucus says excess tax revenue should go first toward debt repayment

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:44:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290084.aspx
- anchor: #n3097675

The Taiwan People's Party caucus said that excess government tax revenue should be used first to repay debt, raise the allowance for elderly farmers to NT$15,000, provide unified health insurance subsidies for people aged 65 and over, and improve school lunches.

Facts:
- Distribute NT$10,000 in AI dividends
- A 20,000 cash payout for every person
- The allowance for elderly farmers should be adjusted in line with the elderly consumer price index to NT$15,000

## Hsu Jo-hsi prepares for postseason return, throws 1 inning for the farm team with a top speed of 151 km/h

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:44:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609290083.aspx
- anchor: #n3097676
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、福岡軟銀鷹隊、中央社

日職福岡軟銀鷹隊投手徐若熙為季後賽回歸做準備，在三軍實戰登板投1局無失分，最快球速達151公里，自認狀態比首場術後回歸更好。

Facts:
- Pitches 1 inning
- For the 4th time since surgery
- 25 years old
- Used 18 pitches
- 158 km/h

## Tainan invests in 4730 sets of school computers to build AI computing classrooms

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:40:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290082.aspx
- anchor: #n3097673

The Tainan City Government is investing in 4730 sets of AI computers for schools to build computing classrooms. The first phase, covering 202 schools, is expected to be completed by the end of this year. Mayor Huang Wei-che held a launch news conference at Madou Elementary School to promote the integration of AI into everyday teaching.

Facts:
- 4730 sets of AI computers for schools
- First phase to cover 202 schools
- Began preparing for AI education ahead of schedule at the end of 2024
- 今年5月
- 10 key AI education schools
- Equipped with 50 AI laptops

## Control Yuan personnel approval vote: DPP caucus unanimously votes in favor

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:39:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290081.aspx
- anchor: #n3097643

The Legislative Yuan held a roll-call vote on appointments to the Control Yuan. DPP caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung said the caucus unanimously supported the Control Yuan nominees put forward by President Lai Ching-te and would vote in favor.

Facts:
- The terms of the 6th Control Yuan members expired on July 31
- The new Control Yuan members were due to take office on August 1
- President Lai nominated them in June
- A roll-call vote on the Control Yuan personnel approval case will be held at 10 a.m.
- Voting will last 1 hour and 30 minutes

## Imported products including Thai bird’s nest and Japanese melons found in violation; intercepted at the border

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:35:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290080.aspx
- anchor: #n3097642
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、衛生福利部食品藥物管理署、食藥署、洋珍國際有限公司、光冊國際有限公司、享燕貿易有限公司

食藥署公布最新邊境檢驗結果，日本進口哈密瓜、保加利亞新鮮黑松露及泰國燕窩即時飲等8項產品因農藥殘留、重金屬或甜味劑違規，遭邊境攔截退運或銷毀。

Facts:
- A total of 8 products failed inspection
- Isofetamid 0.07 ppm
- Quantification limit: 0.01 ppm
- A total of 320 kilograms of melons
- Sampling rate is 100%
- 111 batches of other fresh melons from Japan submitted for inspection
- 11 batches failed inspection
- Failure rate: 9.9%
- Cadmium detected at 5 mg/kg
- Limit: 2 mg/kg
- A total of 4.5 kilograms must be re-exported or destroyed in accordance with regulations
- 17 batches of truffles from Bulgaria submitted for inspection
- 3 batches failed inspection
- Failure rate: 17.7%
- Saccharin detected at 0.06 g/kg
- A total of 4991 kilograms of noncompliant products

## Carbon storage project with 台積電: 台塑化’s Lin Ke-yan says it is not a 1- or 2-year undertaking

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:31:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290079.aspx
- anchor: #n3097636
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、台塑化、台塑集團、中央社

台積電 and 台塑化 are working together to advance carbon storage technology. 台塑化 General Manager Lin Ke-yan said the project is a long-term undertaking that cannot be completed in 1 to 2 years. The two sides will first establish a test site in Mailiao and assess the storage potential of geological formations along Taiwan’s west coast. Environmental impact assessments and verification tests will be required before large-scale implementation.

Facts:
- 2022
- 1 year
- 2 years
- By the end of 2029
- 2 newly built units
- 1.2 million kilowatts
- 1 test site
- Capture 1 ton of carbon dioxide per day

## Fire breaks out at a pinball stall at Luodong Night Market in the early morning; firefighters quickly extinguish blaze, no injuries

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:28:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290078.aspx
- anchor: #n3097637
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社

A fire broke out in the early morning at a pinball stall on Gongyuan Road at Luodong Night Market in Yilan County. Firefighters quickly dispatched personnel to put out the blaze. Only a burned iron frame remained at the scene, and no one was injured. The fire department is investigating the cause.

Facts:
- Emergency call received at 2:43 a.m. today
- The fire was brought under control at 2:57 a.m.
- It was fully extinguished at about 3:03 a.m.

## Taiwan stocks fall more than 400 points intraday; 聯發科 and 台達電 retreat

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:26:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290077.aspx
- anchor: #n3097638
- Companies mentioned: 聯發科、台達電、台積電、大立光、東元、中興電、台塑化、南亞、台塑、台化

Taiwan stocks opened lower and fluctuated amid international geopolitical and interest rate uncertainty, as well as rising oil prices. The index hit an intraday low of 47573 points, down 451 points. Losses deepened for 聯發科 and 台達電, while 大立光 fell below NT$6000. 台積電 provided support, and plastics stocks such as 台塑化 performed strongly.

Facts:
- Hit an intraday low of 47573 points
- Down 451 points
- 5-day moving average at about 47860 points
- Weighted index at 47639 points
- Down 385 points
- Down 0.8%
- 成交值新台幣4994億元
- Electronics subindex fell 1.1%
- Financials rose 0.4%
- Rose to a high of NT$2495
- Up about 0.8%
- Down more than 7%
- 4%
- Fell below NT$6000
- Low of NT$5940
- Down 4.8%
- Up about 0.44%
- Rose about 0.3%
- Reached a high of NT$95.5
- Surged 9.5%
- Rose more than 2%
- Rose more than 1%

## Kaohsiung offers free child development screenings; participants receive NT$100 gift card

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:24:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202609290076.aspx
- anchor: #n3097639
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、中央社

The Kaohsiung City Health Bureau announced free child development screenings. Children aged 0 to 6 who complete a screening can receive a NT$100 gift card. The program aims to identify children’s developmental needs early and provide professional intervention.

Facts:
- Ages 0 to 6 are a crucial period for child development
- Parents who take children under 7 to complete a free child development screening
- Can receive a limited-edition NT$100 gift card
- Kaohsiung has 160 contracted medical institutions
- Kaohsiung serves 33,779 children annually
- Screening utilization rate: 34.73%
- After screening, 1938 people need referrals

## Lin Chia-lung makes 5th visit to Belize to see results of bilateral cooperation firsthand

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:23:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202609290075.aspx
- anchor: #n3097640

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung arrived in Belize for his 5th visit, where he will meet with Belizean officials and see the results of bilateral cooperation firsthand.

Facts:
- 5th visit
- Lin Chia-lung led a delegation of business representatives on the 27th
- He arrived in Belize on the 28th, local time
- Lin Chia-lung’s visit will conclude on the 30th

## Taiwan falls to U.S. for first loss at U15 Baseball World Cup; 3-1 record secures advancement

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:18:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202609290065.aspx
- anchor: #n3097621
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Taiwan lost 1-7 to the United States for its first defeat at the U15 Baseball World Cup, but its 3-1 record has already secured a place in the Super Round.

Facts:
- 1-7
- 3 wins, 1 loss
- 4 straight wins
- First 3 innings
- 1 double
- Gave up 2 runs
- Used 6 pitchers in total

## Autos not discussed at Trump-Xi meeting; Japanese media say Chinese cars entering U.S. market is only a matter of time

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:05:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202609290064.aspx
- anchor: #n3097463
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、日經中文網、比亞迪、戰略暨國際研究中心、CSIS、通用汽車、GM、豐田、美國汽車創新協會、AAI、聯合汽車工會、UAW、GlobalData

Japanese media reported that although the Trump-Xi meeting produced no agreement to open the U.S. market to Chinese electric vehicles, and current U.S. high tariffs and regulations act as barriers, experts believe Chinese cars entering the U.S. market is only a matter of time. U.S. auto industry players including 通用汽車 and 豐田, as well as the UAW union, strongly oppose easing restrictions and are pushing for legislation to ban related imports. Meanwhile, Chinese brands’ global market share is expected to grow significantly.

Facts:
- High tariffs of more than 100%
- 15% in 2021
- Expected to rise to 24% in 2026
- Surpassed 10 million vehicles for the first time

## Chemical pesticide use to be halved in 10 years; pesticide institute offers customized microbial pesticide formulations

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:59:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202609290063.aspx
- anchor: #n3097461
- Companies mentioned: 農業部、農業藥物試驗所、台中區農業改良場、桃園區農業改良場、防檢署、中興大學

農業部推動「化學農藥10年減半」政策，農業藥物試驗所推出微生物農藥配方客製化服務，解決劑型與配方技術瓶頸，加速研發成果商品化。

Facts:
- Halve chemical pesticide use in 10 years
- Announced in 2017
- Reduced to 57% of the 2017 level
- Pesticide risk value in 2027
- Establish a 4-stage development process
- Longer refrigerated shelf life of more than 18 months

## Poland plans to ease air-defense engagement rules against Russia, dropping visual identification before firing

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:57:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202609290062.aspx
- anchor: #n3097462
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、POLITICO

Poland’s Defense Ministry announced plans to ease air-defense engagement rules against Russia, removing the requirement for visual identification before firing. Radar information alone would be enough to decide whether to fire, saving response time and enabling faster interception of drones and missiles coming from the direction of Russia. The move could heighten tensions between Warsaw and Moscow, amid several recent incidents involving Russian aerial targets entering Polish airspace.

Facts:
- Entered Polish territory by about 300 meters
- Remained for about 42 seconds

## Yang Jin-hua takes on dual roles with ease; new drama sees her play wife alongside Chang Hsiao-chuan

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:51:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202609290061.aspx
- anchor: #n3097320
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Netflix、bilibili

Actors Yang Jin-hua and Chang Hsiao-chuan star in the new series “The Vanishing Fault Line.” Both play 2 roles, and this is their first time portraying a married couple together. The series premieres simultaneously on Netflix and bilibili on the 29th.

Facts:
- Officially premieres on the 29th
- Yang Jinhua has been unable to move on from the trauma for 3 years

## Beijing-backed cross-border repression suspected in feces attack on Comedy Club 卡米地; prosecutors indict 2, seek harsh sentences

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:48:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202609290060.aspx
- anchor: #n3097321
- Companies mentioned: 卡米地喜劇俱樂部、中央社、國台辦、陸委會

The Taipei District Prosecutors Office determined that the feces and paint attack on 卡米地喜劇俱樂部 was an act of cross-border repression by the Chinese Communist Party. It indicted a man surnamed Liu, who allegedly directed the attack, and a man surnamed Guo, who allegedly carried it out, and recommended harsh sentences.

Facts:
- 5月間
- 2 people indicted
- Last December
- This January
- May 29 and 30
- Before 6:45 p.m.
- 35 years old
- Shulin District, New Taipei City
- 4 bags
- At 6:45 p.m.
- Early the next morning
- Guishan, Taoyuan
- NT$50,000
- NT$50,000
- 1 year and 10 months
- 1 year and 8 months
- 1150929

## 漢翔 counter-drone system supports Corrections Agency drill; 100% non-red supply chain

- Published: 2026-09-29T11:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202609290059.aspx
- anchor: #n3097322
- Companies mentioned: 漢翔、中央社

漢翔 supported the Ministry of Justice Agency of Corrections’ “Jing'an 15” drill with its self-developed counter-drone system, testing its detection, identification, tracking and countermeasure capabilities. 漢翔 stressed that the system uses a 100% non-red supply chain and has a maximum defense range of 5 kilometers.

Facts:
- Maximum defense range of 5 kilometers
- The 15th Jing'an team is formed

## Finance in Focus》When will the AI boom end? The Wall Street Journal: Once “this” signal appears, the party could soon be over!

- Published: 2026-09-29T14:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168200
- anchor: #n3098213
- Companies mentioned: Pets.com、房地美(Freddie Mac)

The Wall Street Journal noted that the AI boom sparked by ChatGPT has lasted nearly four years, but the bull market is still going. History suggests that once the fundraising window closes, a boom may begin to unravel. The article cited Pets.com in 2000 and Freddie Mac in 2007 as examples of how declining access to funding can signal an impending bubble burst.

Facts:
- The AI boom sparked by ChatGPT has been going on for nearly four years
- The bull market continues
- Once the fundraising window closes, the boom could begin to unravel
- Pets.com ran out of money and shut down in 2000 after its fundraising capacity declined midyear
- Freddie Mac cut its dividend in November 2007 and struggled to issue $6 billion in preferred stock

## U.S. Treasuries are looking increasingly attractive! Wall Street veteran who was bearish calls them a buy for the first time in 6 years as rising yields underscore their investment value

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:59:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168225
- anchor: #n3098214
- Companies mentioned: Bianco Research、WisdomTree、Bloomberg

As U.S. Treasury yields approached 5.3%, veteran Wall Street observer Jim Bianco turned bullish on Treasuries for the first time in 6 years, saying yields were high enough to offer an attractive entry point. He is gradually increasing his positions.

Facts:
- Jim Bianco had been bearish on U.S. Treasuries since 2020, but turned bullish for the first time in 6 years after the 10-year Treasury yield approached 5.3%.
- The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield briefly rose to 5.27% on Monday, its highest level since 2007.
- If investors buy 10-year Treasuries at current yields, yields would need to rise to about 6% over the next year for the resulting bond price losses to roughly offset the interest income earned during that period.
- If the 10-year yield rises 1 percentage point from its current level, bond prices are expected to fall by less than 2%; if the yield drops 1 percentage point, it could generate a return of about 13%.
- Bianco recently increased his exposure to interest rates in the bond index he manages. The index now has a duration of more than 6 years, above the approximately 5.7-year level of the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index.
- Bianco launched the roughly $100 million WisdomTree Bianco Total Return Fund in 2023. Since December 2023, the index has returned about 2.6% on an annualized basis, exceeding the Bloomberg benchmark index’s 2.32%.
- Interest rate swaps currently reflect traders’ expectations of nearly 4 rate hikes over the next 12 months, each by 1 notch, taking the policy rate from just below 4% to about 5%.
- Since interest rates peaked in 1981, the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield has averaged about 5.3%, close to its current level.

## DPP approval in Taipei far exceeds KMT’s? Media personality cites Dai Lian-an’s latest poll and mocks: “With these numbers,” Shen Po-yang should be a sure winner

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:46:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168218
- anchor: #n3098215
- Companies mentioned: 畢肯市場研究公司

A September 2026 Taiwan Public Opinion Survey found that the Democratic Progressive Party had the highest party favorability rating, at 47.4%. In Taipei, 53.3% of residents viewed the DPP favorably, compared with 22.9% for the Kuomintang. Media personality Fan Qiming commented that, based on these figures, Shen Po-yang should be a sure winner and the DPP should nominate more council candidates.

Facts:
- The DPP’s party favorability rating is 47.4%
- Among Taipei residents, 53.3% view the DPP favorably and 31.0% unfavorably
- Among Taipei residents, 22.9% view the Kuomintang favorably and 58.3% unfavorably
- The survey was conducted from September 21 to 23, 2026
- A total of 1,075 valid samples were completed
- The maximum sampling error for the combined sample is ±3.0 percentage points

## Taiwan gets a new attraction! Opens 10/3: The island’s largest, with free admission, plenty of activities, spectacular scenery and convenient transport; see the address and highlights

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:44:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168213
- anchor: #n3098216
- Companies mentioned: 財團法人台中市興富發文化藝術基金會

After 14 years, the 53.6-meter Mazu stone statue at the new landmark Daan Harbor Mazu Cultural Park on Taichung’s coast is complete. The park opens on October 3, 2026, with events as part of the “2026 Taichung Ocean Tourism Festival.”

Facts:
- The giant Mazu statue at Daan Harbor Mazu Cultural Park stands 53.6 meters tall, equivalent to an 18-story building, making it the tallest Mazu statue on Taiwan’s main island.
- Daan Harbor Mazu Cultural Park will hold its completion and donation ceremony and opening event on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
- The Mazu statue was designed by renowned gold-carving master Ke Jianhua, who drew on the likeness of Lin Moniang, the “Second Mazu” at Dajia Jenn Lann Temple.
- The entire Mazu statue is assembled from 693 pieces of granite.
- The park is expected to attract more than 240,000 visits annually in the future.
- The October 3 opening event will feature the Ten Drum Art Percussion Group performing “Pilgrimage to the Sea of Drums” and the Ming Hwa Yuan Arts & Cultural Group performing “The Immortal of Penglai.”
- A two-stage “Hi-An Festival” will be held on October 4, with 5 bands, including Amazing Show and PAPUN BAND, performing on the main stage.

## New rules take effect in October: Can couples who marry in September also get 6 extra days? A complete guide to 14 days of marriage leave, wage subsidies and how to apply

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:42:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168217
- anchor: #n3098217

The Ministry of Labor has proposed amending the Regulations of Leave-Taking for Workers to increase marriage leave from 8 days to 14, with the change expected to take effect on October 1, 2026. Employers will pay wages for the additional 6 days first, then apply to the ministry for reimbursement. Leave can begin 10 days before registration and must be taken within 3 months after registration; regular days off are excluded. Under the transition rules, workers who registered their marriage before October 1 and have unused leave can have it counted toward the new 14-day entitlement.

Facts:
- The Ministry of Labor has proposed amending the Regulations of Leave-Taking for Workers to increase marriage leave from the current 8 days to 14, with the change expected to take effect on October 1, 2026.
- The 6 additional days, from the 9th through the 14th, will be paid by employers as usual, after which employers can apply to the Ministry of Labor for a wage subsidy.
- Marriage leave can be taken from 10 days before marriage registration until 3 months afterward. With the employer’s consent, it can be extended to within 1 year of registration.
- Regular days off, commemorative holidays, Labor Day and other holidays that fall during marriage leave are not counted as leave days.
- If a worker registered their marriage before October 1 but has not used all of the original 8 days of marriage leave, and is still within the eligible leave period, the total entitlement can rise from 8 days to 14 once the new rules take effect.
- The current rule providing 8 days of marriage leave with pay dates back to 1985 and has remained in place for more than 40 years.

## New Taipei’s population tops 4 million, but Banqiao, Zhonghe and Yonghe are all shrinking! Population changes over the past 5 years revealed across 29 districts, with Tamsui and Linkou adding more than 40,000 combined

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11167566
- anchor: #n3098219

New Taipei City’s population exceeds 4 million, but over the past 5 years, only 9 of its 29 districts have grown while 20 have shrunk. Tamsui and Linkou saw the largest increases, while Banqiao, Zhonghe and Yonghe had the biggest declines.

Facts:
- New Taipei City had a population of 4,019,898 at the end of August 2021, rising to 4,035,947 at the end of August 2026. That was an increase of 16,049, or about 0.4%, over 5 years.
- Tamsui District gained 25,284 residents over 5 years, an increase of about 13.69%.
- Linkou District gained 16,004 residents over 5 years, an increase of about 12.97%.
- Banqiao District lost 7,374 residents over 5 years.
- A total of 88,718 people were removed from the population living abroad between 2021 and 2022 after failing to enter the country for 2 consecutive years.
- New Taipei City's population fell by 1,203 in August 2026, with a natural decrease of 1,269 and a social increase of 66.

## International debate》Is Iran really about to give in? Insiders say U.S. maximum pressure has hit harder in recent weeks than at any time in the past 16 years!

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168193
- anchor: #n3098218

The U.S. campaign of maximum pressure on Iran has recently shown results. British lawyer Kushner said pressure on Iran's banking and aviation industries over the past few weeks was greater than the actions taken since 2010. Iranian airlines have been cut off from key regional routes, and the country's largest commercial bank has been barred from transactions in the UAE and Turkey, prompting questions about whether a U.S.-Iran ceasefire will become reality.

Facts:
- The impact the United States has achieved in just a few weeks is greater than that of the prolonged pressure campaign that began in 2010.
- Iranian airlines have been cut off from key regional routes.
- Iran's largest commercial bank has been barred from conducting transactions in the United Arab Emirates and Turkey.
- Kushner said he had never seen such intense pressure on Iran's banking and aviation industries.

## Revealing staggering losses and catastrophic AI risks ahead of its IPO, how can Anthropic support its sky-high “$2 trillion” valuation?

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:23:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168214
- anchor: #n3098220
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SpaceX、xAI、Google、Meta

Anthropic has filed IPO prospectus documents anticipating a $2 trillion valuation, disclosing revenue of $4.6 billion in 2025 but a net loss of $42 billion, and warning of catastrophic AI risks.

Facts:
- The market expects Anthropic's valuation at listing could exceed $2 trillion.
- Anthropic's 2025 revenue rose 12 times year over year to nearly $4.6 billion.
- Anthropic's operating loss in 2025 exceeded $8 billion.
- Anthropic posted a net loss of about $42 billion for the year, of which about $34 billion consisted of accounting-related expenses.
- Anthropic has committed as much as $518 billion in future spending on cloud computing, computing capacity and infrastructure.
- Anthropic spent $7.33 billion on computing and infrastructure last year, about 3 times its 2024 spending.
- At the end of last year, Anthropic held about $20.28 billion in cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments.
- Anthropic warned in its prospectus that AI could pose catastrophic or existential risks.

## Why did MediaTek plunge nearly 7%? Its shares tumbled after it had just set a target price of NT$7,300. Could the Google TPU “order-transfer crisis” have more surprises in store?

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:19:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168210
- anchor: #n3098221
- Companies mentioned: Google、博通、邁威爾、輝達、Alphabet

The market has heard that supplier changes and schedule delays may affect the Google TPU v8 and v9 projects. MediaTek shares plunged nearly 7% at one point today, falling below NT$5,000. Neither MediaTek nor Google has confirmed the reports, but MediaTek continues to expand its AI ASIC business and has completed a $3.9 billion ECB.

Facts:
- The market has heard that 邁威爾 may take over part of the Google TPU v9 project.
- The delivery schedule for MediaTek's v8-related chip samples may be delayed until the 2nd quarter of 2027.
- MediaTek shares plunged nearly 7% at one point in early trading today, falling below the NT$5,000 mark.
- In June this year, the market heard that MediaTek had secured the main order for Google TPU v9 with its 336G SerDes solution.
- MediaTek completed pricing for a total of $3.9 billion in overseas convertible bonds (ECB) at the end of August.
- 輝達 subscribed to $3.5 billion of MediaTek's ECB, accounting for nearly 九成 of the total offering.
- MediaTek and 輝達 announced an expansion of their AI infrastructure partnership, incorporating the NVIDIA NVLink Fusion platform.

## Colorectal cancer is often caused by what you eat! A doctor reveals bad dietary habits that “quietly drive up cholesterol and blood lipids,” and 1 way to head off cancerous changes early.

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:15:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168212
- anchor: #n3098222

Colorectal cancer has long ranked among the top 兩 of Taiwan's 十 most common cancers, and is third in mortality. It is linked to dietary habits such as eating high-fat foods and insufficient fiber, as well as genetics. Colonoscopies can detect polyps accurately, and removing them can prevent cancerous changes. A range of treatments and National Health Insurance coverage are also available for advanced cases.

Facts:
- Colorectal cancer has long ranked among the top 兩 of Taiwan's 十 most common cancers, while its mortality rate has also ranked third for many years.
- Consuming too much red meat, combined with too little exercise, obesity, smoking or excessive drinking, can drive up cholesterol and blood lipids and greatly increase cancer risk.
- Patients with this type of gene have as much as 八成 lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer, and also face multiple risks, including endometrial, stomach or pancreatic cancer.
- Statistics show that as many as 九成五 of colorectal cancers develop from intestinal polyps.
- In recent years, Taiwan's National Health Insurance has also made various adjustments to drug and treatment coverage for advanced colorectal cancer. Policies that gradually broaden subsidies and reduce the financial burden provide greater support for patients and their families.

## Chiang Wan-an criticized for leaving temple's blessing sugarcane behind; Shen Po-yang says busy municipal duties can lead to oversights and that paying respects to the deity is enough.

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:15:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168211
- anchor: #n3098223

When Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang visited Zhongzhuangzai Fude Temple, Chiang Wan-an's failure to take home the sugarcane gifted by the temple sparked discussion. Shen Po-yang responded that oversights can happen amid busy municipal duties and said he would display the sugarcane he received upright.

Facts:
- Chiang Wan-an drew public discussion after accidentally leaving the sugarcane behind.
- Shen Po-yang said that oversights are inevitable amid busy municipal work, and that it is enough to explain the situation properly to the temple and pay respects to the deity.
- The sugarcane Shen Po-yang received is currently at his campaign office, and he plans to display it upright instead.
- Zhongzhuangzai Fude Temple chairman Lin Chun-yu was accused by the Kuomintang of making biased remarks.
- Shen Po-yang said it was unfair of the Kuomintang to criticize the temple afterward.
- The sugarcane was grown in Wugu by an 八旬 senior, who planted it himself.
- Shen Po-yang said urban planning could take cues from Tokyo, Japan, by preserving farmland and green spaces.
- Chiang Wan-an is expected to establish his campaign headquarters this afternoon.

## Hedi Elementary School's “Little Household Chores Expert” activity teaches children responsibility and growth through everyday life.

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:11:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168209
- anchor: #n3098224
- Companies mentioned: 晶城環保服務有限公司、國際獅子會300E-5區第六專區第11分區、達茂營造股份有限公司、花仙子企業股份有限公司、高科大獅子會、公益聯盟獅子會、中正獅子會、雁行獅子會

Hedi Elementary School held a “Little Household Chores Expert” activity on September 29, combining business and Lions Club resources to teach Grade 四 students household skills through 四 major stations, including sweeping, mopping, wiping and recycling, and to foster responsibility and self-reliance.

Facts:
- Hedi Elementary School held the “Jingcheng Cares, Lions Serve with Heart” social service event and the “Life Education—Little Household Chores Expert Experience” activity on the morning of September 29.
- The activity gave Grade 四 students hands-on experience with everyday chores such as sweeping, mopping, wiping tables and chairs, and recycling.
- The activity drew on community resources, including 國際獅子會300E-5區第六專區第11分區, 晶城環保服務有限公司, 花仙子企業股份有限公司 and 達茂營造股份有限公司.
- Jingcheng Environmental Protection Chairman Yang Zhiming donated school operating funds to support life education, cleaning supplies and 150 “Hao Shen Tuo” mop sets to Hedi, Fengyang, Hanmin, Xiaogang and Fenglin elementary schools.
- The activity featured 四 stations: “Trash Terminator,” “Speedy Mop Master,” “Color Magician” and “Eco-Task Force.”
- Hedi Elementary School Principal Du Changlin said education should be closely connected to children's daily lives.
- Yang Wanqi, governor of 國際獅子會300E-5區, said household education is the form of character education most closely connected to everyday life.

## Phoenix Travel loses out! Taiwan's most profitable travel agency pulls in NT$21.9 billion; travelers praise its professional tour leaders, full itineraries, satisfying food and accommodation, and excellent service.

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:09:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168186
- anchor: #n3098225
- Companies mentioned: 雄獅旅行社、五福旅遊、山富旅行社、鳳凰旅行社、易飛網

Taiwan's listed travel agencies reported revenue for August 2026, with Lion Travel leading at NT$21.975 billion in cumulative revenue. Five Fortune, Shanfu and 易飛網 all grew, while Phoenix declined. A boom in outbound travel benefited the sector overall, with most operators reporting strong revenue in the first 8 months.

Facts:
- 雄獅旅行社's cumulative revenue for the first 8 months of 2026 reached NT$21.975 billion, up 9.93% year over year.
- 五福旅遊 reported revenue of NT$785 million in August 2026, up 10.42% year over year and a record high for the month.
- 山富旅行社's cumulative revenue for the first 8 months of 2026 reached NT$4.505 billion, up 0.80% year over year.
- 鳳凰旅行社 reported revenue of NT$214 million in August 2026, down 7.71% year over year.
- 易飛網 reported revenue of NT$237 million in August 2026, up 53.64% year over year.

## Plan announced for largest steel mill in U.S. history to be built in Iowa, creating nearly 8,000 jobs; Trump says tariffs are working.

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:09:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168207
- anchor: #n3098226
- Companies mentioned: 印度埃薩集團、梅薩比金屬公司

川普於9月28日宣布印度埃薩集團旗下梅薩比金屬公司將在愛荷華州興建美國史上最大鋼鐵廠，年產1000萬噸，創造8000個職缺，並強調關稅政策奏效。

Facts:
- 美國總統川普於美東時間9月28日在白宮橢圓形辦公室正式宣布，印度埃薩集團旗下的梅薩比金屬公司將於愛荷華州建設美國歷史上規模最大的鋼鐵廠。
- Once completed and operational, the mill is expected to source iron ore from mines in Minnesota and produce up to 10 million tons of high-quality steel a year.
- The investment project is expected to create up to 6,000 construction jobs and nearly 2,000 full-time jobs in manufacturing and mining, while injecting up to $95 billion into the U.S. economy.
- Trump criticized the sharp decline in U.S. steel output under Democratic administrations, saying nearly 200,000 manufacturing jobs were lost in the year before he took office.
- After Trump imposed Section 232 tariffs on imported steel and raised the tariff rate to 50%, the U.S. steel industry has fully recovered.
- Trump said that because tariff policies have brought the United States hundreds of billions of dollars in tax revenue surpluses, the government could issue a $5,000 dividend to every adult if Republicans win majorities in both chambers of Congress.

## “Chiang Wan-an asks about A and answers B—that’s copying the Chinese Communist Party!” Robert Tsao calls on recall groups to support Shen Po-yang: The real initiator of the mass recall is “him”

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:06:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168206
- anchor: #n3098227
- Companies mentioned: 聯電

Robert Tsao posted about polling for the Taipei mayoral election, noting that support for Shen Po-yang and Chiang Wan-an differed by just 1 percentage point. He criticized Chiang for asking about A and answering B like the Chinese Communist Party, said Fu Kun-chi was the real initiator of the mass recall, and urged recall groups to support Shen.

Facts:
- Robert Tsao said Shen Po-yang entered the election race 4 months ago and stirred up an “ocean current” frenzy.
- A poll by Tai Li-an showed that support for Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang differed by only about 1 percentage point.
- Robert Tsao said Fu Kun-chi was the real initiator of the mass recall.
- Robert Tsao criticized Chiang Wan-an for learning from the Chinese Communist Party to ask about A and answer B.
- Robert Tsao called on recall groups to support Shen Po-yang.

## Today’s top stories (09/29)! Senior citizens’ card benefits nationwide upgraded on 10/1, with up to NT$1,800／116 calendar: a year-round guide to taking leave／Workers often forget about their “3rd pension”

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168198
- anchor: #n3097740

Senior citizens’ card benefits to be upgraded starting in October, 2027 calendar released, information on workers’ continued pension contributions, latest poll, handover of Hai Kun’s squadron commander, truck ticket revoked, weather forecast, and cash handout debate.

Facts:
- Hsinchu City raises monthly points on its senior citizens’ card from 800 to 1,200.
- Kaohsiung City changes its senior citizens’ card to offer up to 1,800 points per quarter.
- The 2027 calendar has 9 long weekends of 3 days or more, including a 7-day Lunar New Year holiday with no make-up workdays.
- The average amount claimed per continued pension contribution is nearly NT$80,000.
- 賴清德信任度時隔數月再度突破五成
- A truck driver was fined NT$12,000 after his mask fell off, but the ticket was revoked on appeal.
- The northeasterly monsoon arrives Thursday, with the chance of rain rising significantly in areas north of Taoyuan, Yilan, and Hualien and Taitung.
- Premier Cho Jung-tai declined to state a position directly on the amount of the cash handout.

## Tech buzz》Dismissed just 3 months ago, is Facebook’s Muse the real AI assistant? Is the unreleased “Watermelon” model even more powerful?

- Published: 2026-09-29T13:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168191
- anchor: #n3097741
- Companies mentioned: Meta

Meta has launched its AI assistant Muse, which topped the U.S. app download charts. Designed for multistep tasks, it has analysts bullish on its social media roots. Meta will release a more powerful AI model, “Watermelon,” in October.

Facts:
- Meta’s newly launched AI assistant Muse has shot to the top of the U.S. app download charts.
- Muse is designed for multistep tasks, such as making reservations, placing phone calls, and sending emails.
- Analysts believe Meta can use its deep social media roots to create a blockbuster app in the AI era.
- Meta’s AI model, codenamed “Watermelon,” is set to debut in October.
- Meta has clearly accelerated the pace of its AI product launches.

## Shen Fu-hsiung clashes over Shen Po-yang and Jaw Shaw-kong, sighing, “It’s not worth it”: The mediator becomes a party to the dispute

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:57:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168201
- anchor: #n3097742

Shen Fu-hsiung commented on Shen Po-yang’s interview on a program, questioning whether Wang Wei-chung had become an unwitting helper. Jaw Shaw-kong disagreed, and Shen lamented that he had gone from “mediator to party to the dispute” after being attacked, saying it was not worth getting involved.

Facts:
- On the program “Shaokang War Room,” Shen Fu-hsiung questioned whether Wang Wei-chung had become an unwitting helper without realizing it.
- Jaw Shaw-kong disagreed with Shen Fu-hsiung’s criticism, saying there were only 2 Taipei mayoral candidates and both had to be invited.
- Shen Fu-hsiung lamented that he had become a “party to the dispute” instead of a mediator, saying he should have stayed out of it and that it was not worth it.
- Shen Fu-hsiung said media figures including Wang Wei-chung, Lee Chuan-chuan, and Ping Hsiu-lin were “decent people in the blue camp.”
- Shen Fu-hsiung said supporters of the Democratic Progressive Party and the mass recall began waging an online campaign the day after the interview.
- Shen Fu-hsiung likened pro-green programs to a “Taiwanese opera troupe” that excels at creating content.
- Shen Fu-hsiung said the campaign shifted to ground operations on the third day, like the Marines paving the way for the army.
- Shen Fu-hsiung lamented that many people who had previously had no problem with him began criticizing him, leading to a situation where “friends became enemies.”

## 7-11消費27元中1000萬！統一發票開出11張百萬大獎，中獎門市一次看

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:51:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168197
- anchor: #n3097743
- Companies mentioned: 統一超商、7-ELEVEN

統一超商 announced the winning numbers for the July-August 115 uniform-invoice period. 7-ELEVEN issued 11 prizes worth at least NT$1 million: 5 NT$10 million grand prizes, 2 NT$2 million special prizes, and 4 NT$1 million cloud-invoice exclusive prizes. One winner spent just NT$10 on photocopying and won NT$2 million.

Facts:
- 統一超商 announced that 7-ELEVEN issued 5 NT$10 million grand prizes, 2 NT$2 million special prizes, and 4 NT$1 million cloud-invoice exclusive prizes this period.
- A customer at the Xinhua Fu store in Taipei’s Zhongzheng District spent just NT$27 on printing services and won the NT$10 million grand prize.
- A customer at the Minfu store in Taipei’s Songshan District spent just NT$10 on photocopying and won the NT$2 million special prize.
- The NT$10 million grand-prize number for the July-August 115 uniform-invoice period is “89996565.”
- The claim period for the July-August 115 uniform-invoice period runs from October 6, 2026, to January 5, 2027.
- 7-ELEVEN issued 4 NT$1 million cloud-invoice exclusive prizes this period. The winning stores are the Liugong store in Qidu District, Keelung; the Longxue store in Zhongli District, Taoyuan; the D庭 store in Banqiao District, New Taipei; and the Shanding store in Daliao District, Kaohsiung.

## Will the cash handout be boosted to NT$20,000? Cho Jung-tai coolly responds, “Debt should not be left to the next generation”: Blue, green and white camps’ positions at a glance

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:45:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168192
- anchor: #n3097744

As a new legislative session opened, Premier Cho Jung-tai announced a universal cash handout of NT$10,000 next year. The Kuomintang caucus proposed raising it to NT$20,000, the Taiwan People’s Party caucus suggested using excess tax revenue to pay down debt first, and the Democratic Progressive Party caucus supported sharing the benefits but said a funding source must be identified.

Facts:
- Premier Cho Jung-tai announced that the next year’s central government general budget includes NT$235.7 billion to provide NT$10,000 in cash to every person nationwide.
- Fu Kun-chi of the Kuomintang legislative caucus called for a universal NT$20,000 handout, saying it would not conflict with the NT$600 billion supplementary budget proposed by the Executive Yuan.
- The Ministry of Finance estimates that excess tax revenue will exceed NT$1 trillion by the end of the year.
- Last year, tax revenue exceeded projections by NT$528.3 billion. About 40% was returned to the public through a universal NT$10,000 handout.
- The Taiwan People’s Party caucus said excess tax revenue should first be used to pay down debt, with the remainder available for supporting farmers, older people, and schoolchildren.
- The Democratic Progressive Party caucus supports sharing the benefits of economic growth with the public, but says any increase should have an identified funding source and be discussed with the Executive Yuan.

## 便宜機票怎麼買？空服員親授7個訂票小撇步「不用提前半年」，這時間買省下旅費最划算

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:43:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11166287
- anchor: #n3097745

A flight attendant shared 7 tips for buying cheap airline tickets: book on Tuesday or Wednesday, book 21 days in advance, choose a Tuesday or Wednesday departure, fly into a secondary airport, clear your browser history, watch for fare deals (11 to 12 weeks before international flights go on sale), and compare prices across websites to save on travel.

Facts:
- Tuesday and Wednesday are among the best days to buy airline tickets.
- Most airlines usually reset their booking systems at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays.
- Booking airline tickets 21 days in advance can get you cheaper fares.
- Flights departing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays are cheaper.
- Choosing a secondary airport for arrival can save money.
- Clearing your browser history can help prevent fares from rising.
- Airlines offer their best fares 11 to 12 weeks before international flights go on sale.

## 台積電美國第二園區呼之欲出？傳相中德州蓋6座晶圓廠 投資金額估逾2650億美元

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:40:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168190
- anchor: #n3097746
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

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Facts:
- 台積電 is reportedly planning to launch construction of a second U.S. campus, with Dallas, Texas, seen as the leading candidate.
- The plan calls for 6 advanced wafer fabs, with total investment estimated to exceed the $265 billion earmarked for Arizona.
- 台積電 plans to build 6 wafer fabs, 2 advanced packaging plants and an R&D center at its Phoenix campus.
- The Trump administration once threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200% if chipmakers did not move production back to the United States.
- 台積電's capital expenditure reached $26.8 billion in the first half of this year.
- 台積電 raised its full-year capital expenditure forecast to $60 billion-$64 billion.

## China's box office has collapsed! The Mid-Autumn Festival holiday brought in just RMB 270 million, a grim return to levels from 13 years ago

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:38:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168189
- anchor: #n3097747
- Companies mentioned: 貓眼專業版、明報、財新網

China's mainland film market remains sluggish. Total box office revenue during the 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival holiday was just RMB 270 million, the lowest since 2013, and attendance was the lowest among the year's three short holidays. Box office revenue during the Qingming Festival and Dragon Boat Festival holidays also fell 20% and 12%, respectively.

Facts:
- China's mainland film market remains sluggish, with total box office revenue during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday at RMB 270 million
- Mid-Autumn Festival holiday box office falls below RMB 300 million, hitting its lowest level since 2013
- Attendance during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday was the lowest among this year's three short holidays
- Box office revenue during the Qingming Festival holiday fell 20% year over year
- Box office revenue during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday fell 12% year over year
- New mainland Chinese films released during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday included Avengers 4: Endgame (rerelease with additional footage), Welcome to Dragon Restaurant and Eight Immortals

## Unmoved by Iran's proposal to reopen the strait: To secure sanctions relief, it must meet Trump's conditions for concessions on the “nuclear issue”

- Published: 2026-09-29T12:36:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11168188
- anchor: #n3097748

The U.S.-Iran conflict continues as mediators seek to broker a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the United States is demanding Iranian concessions on the nuclear issue, and the sides still disagree over the timing.

Facts:
- Mediators are in contact with Iran and the United States, seeking to broker an agreement to end the fighting between the sides and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran proposed that it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the United States agreed to lift its blockade of Iranian ports, release frozen Iranian assets and waive sanctions on Iranian oil sales, among other conditions.
- U.S. President Trump initially rejected Iran's proposal.
- U.S. officials said Trump was willing to offer sanctions relief and release some frozen funds in exchange for concrete progress from Iran on the nuclear issue.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi will meet with Qatari mediators on Sept. 28.
- A memorandum of understanding signed by the sides in June this year originally called for discussions on Iran's nuclear program within 60 days, but fell apart within days.