AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-13 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 10 of 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 947 items from 6 sources; Taiwan, 125 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en A new role for sweet potatoes: “the everyday dining table” — Launch of the initiative “Make sweet potatoes a staple at the dinner table! The path to becoming an ‘everyday vegetable’”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341963Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Sweet Potato Expo Executive Committee has launched a new initiative, “Make sweet potatoes a staple at the dinner table! The path to becoming an ‘everyday vegetable,’” to make sweet potatoes a regular part of daily meals. It will also hold the “Winter Sweet Potato Expo 2027” in February 2027. [Gaming and video-related product sale information] Participation in the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341962Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESNextorage株式会社 announced that it will participate in the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale and its early access sale, starting October 13, 2026, offering discounts on products including SSDs for PS5, memory cards for Switch2 and projectors. 78.3% of people who have undergone surgery for bromhidrosis say fall and winter are the best seasons｜Survey identifies 3 reasons: 2 weeks of post-surgery immobilization, less sweating and being able to cover the area with long sleeveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341961Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES医療法人社団鉄結会が運営するアイシークリニックによる調査で、ワキガ手術経験者の78.3%が秋冬の受診を推奨しており、満足度も春夏より高いことが示された。 MonotaRO adopts PeopleX’s conversational AI interview service, “PeopleX AI Interview”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341960Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社PeopleX announced that 株式会社MonotaRO has adopted its conversational AI interview service, “PeopleX AI Interview.” The service will initially be used to recruit part-time workers for logistics centers, with plans to expand its use to new graduate recruitment and other areas. [Koichian] November 29 is “Good Meat Day.” A luxurious thick sushi roll featuring sweet-and-savory simmered beef and burdock from Aomori Prefecture is here!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341959Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社古市庵プラス will launch a limited-time thick sushi roll made with sweet-and-savory simmered beef and burdock from Aomori Prefecture to mark “Good Meat Day” on November 29. Popular YouTube creators Tokai On Air’s first solo in-person event in 3 years is coming to Blu-ray and DVD, with sales by full pre-order now open! Deliveries begin in January 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341958Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サイバーエージェント is offering Blu-ray and DVD editions featuring a solo in-person event by YouTube creators Tokai On Air, available by full pre-order, and will hold autograph sessions starting in January 2027. [Kyogoku, Hokkaido] About 20 people who happened to be there performed the haka on stage. At the first “Kyogoku NICE,” community revitalization volunteers took part in tag rugby and a haka experiencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341957Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt “Kyogoku NICE,” an event held for the first time in Kyogoku, Hokkaido, under the community revitalization volunteer DAO solution promoted by 株式会社あるやうむ, volunteer manager Yamachu organized a tag rugby and haka experience. The event drew approximately 3,367 visitors, and about 20 people ultimately performed the haka on stage. AnyMind Group wins 3 awards at MMA SMARTIES Philippines 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341956Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnyMind Group won 3 awards at MMA SMARTIES Philippines 2026, held in the Philippines, including “Enabling Technology Company of the Year.” Campaigns with McDonald’s and TM that used POKKT technology also won Gold and Silver awards, marking the company’s 3rd consecutive year of winning at the awards. [New arrival] A delicate sheer look and organic shapes take center stage! Korean designer brand “EARTHJIGU（アースジグ）” makes its long-awaited debut at 60%!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341955Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESKorean designer brand “EARTHJIGU（アースジグ）” has joined the EC store “60%.” To celebrate its arrival, the store is holding a 10% off sale on all products from October 13 to 27. メガネスーパー begins listing on “Stareco,” a personal recommendation service from hairdressers and barbershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341954Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESメガネスーパー, operated by 株式会社インターメスティック, has begun listing on “Stapas,” a benefits service for hairdressers and barbers, and “Stareco,” a personal recommendation service, both provided by 株式会社マイクロバブル・ジャパン. [All-you-can-eat ハーゲンダッツ in 3 flavors‼] Through 11/11! A special course is here at 3 ニラックスブッフェ locations, where you can enjoy unlimited vanilla, strawberry and cookies and cream ハーゲンダッツ ice cream!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341953Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESニラックス株式会社 will offer a special “ハーゲンダッツ Indulgence Course” at 3 ニラックスブッフェ locations from October 15 to November 11, 2026, with unlimited servings of 3 ハーゲンダッツ ice cream flavors: vanilla, strawberry, and cookies and cream. [Dinner at a great price! All-you-can-eat at “lunch prices”!!] Through 11/4! A special weekday-only campaign at 33 ニラックス buffet locations lets you enjoy the wide variety of all-you-can-eat options at “lunch prices” in the evening!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341952Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESニラックス株式会社 will run a weekday-only campaign from October 15 through November 4, 2026, at 33 ニラックス buffet locations, offering all-you-can-eat dinner at lunch prices. 【All-you-can-eat Peking duck and deluxe dim sum‼】A new “Ultimate Dim Sum Feast Course” is coming to 3 locations of the diverse all-you-can-eat ニラックスブッフェ! Enjoy carefully crafted dim sum, including mozzarella soup dumplings and whole shrimp dumplings!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341951Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESニラックス株式会社 will launch its new “Ultimate Dim Sum Feast Course” at 3 ニラックスブッフェ locations starting October 15, 2026. The course features all-you-can-eat Peking duck and carefully crafted dim sum, including mozzarella soup dumplings. Local production of Kirin Ichiban Shibori Draft Beer begins in South Korea! Offering customers in South Korea Kirin Ichiban Shibori Draft Beer of even higher qualityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341950Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESKirin Beer will collaborate with HiteJinro社 to begin local production of Kirin Ichiban Shibori Draft Beer at the HiteJinro Jeonju plant. The beer will go on sale in the South Korean market in early October 2026, with the aim of ensuring a stable supply and improving quality. 【ワタミの宅食】岩手県2拠点目となる営業所を奥州市に開設！ 11月9日より調理済み弁当のお届けを開始。初出店の盛岡では、注文食数が計画比200％達成！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341949Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESワタミ株式会社の食事宅配サービス「ワタミの宅食」は、岩手県で2拠点目となる奥州営業所を開設し、11月9日より調理済み弁当のお届けを開始する。盛岡では計画比200％の注文達成を記録。 【Exhibitor Report】レポートオーシャン株式会社 showcases healthcare market research and consulting services at BioJapan 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341948Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESレポートオーシャン株式会社 exhibited at BioJapan 2026, held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 7 to 9, 2026, where it showcased market research and consulting services in the healthcare sector. A hands-on dining report by staff from the “Chikyu no Arukikata” editorial team! An original booklet showcasing restaurants inside 汐留シティセンター is being distributed from Wednesday, September 30!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341947Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社地球の歩き方, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, has partnered with 汐留シティセンター, operated by JLLリテールマネジメント株式会社, to begin distributing an original booklet featuring reviews of restaurants in the building on September 30, 2026. For every woman who puts herself last. Introducing “Nagikatsu,” a new bedtime routine to reset your mind in the 30 minutes before sleep.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341784Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:59:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe self-care brand NOCT, operated by 合同会社マイマイ企画, is introducing “Nagikatsu,” a new routine to reset your mind in the 30 minutes before sleep. Its 3 steps—lighting a candle, journaling and deep breathing—help you leave your roles behind and make time to return to yourself. A 5-piece set priced at 8,800 yen is scheduled to go on sale in November. 株式会社デジタルベリー newly lists on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s professional market, TOKYO PRO Markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341785Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:59:21 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社デジタルベリー newly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s professional market, TOKYO PRO Market, on October 8, 2026. The company operates a cross-media marketing business specializing in manufacturing and aims to list on the TSE Standard Market in the future. About 45% want to “increase” the number of women in management, but 61.9% have no women managers or fewer than 10%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341790Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey conducted by 飯田橋・神楽坂社会保険労務士法人 found that 61.9% of companies had no women managers or had women accounting for less than 10% of management, while about 45% said they wanted to “increase” their number, revealing a gap between intentions and implementation. Challenges include a lack of candidates and increased workloads for colleagues, while implementing multiple measures is associated with a greater sense of effectiveness. Personal gym WAPLE Minami-Urawa opens near Minami-Urawa Station | Private personal gym WAPLE expands to 26 locations nationwidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341789Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe personal gym brand WAPLE plans to open its 26th location nationwide, WAPLE Minami-Urawa, in November 2026, a 5-minute walk from the east exit of JR Minami-Urawa Station. It offers fully private rooms, high-quality coaching from trainers with backgrounds at RIZAP and 24/7, and cost-effective monthly plans. Launch of cybersecurity support for businesses using local LLMs powered by DGX Sparkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341788Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESABC株式会社 will partner with 株式会社HONU to launch a corporate cybersecurity service powered by a local LLM using NVIDIA DGX Spark, starting October 13, 2026. 【おそうじ革命】開業2か月の“今”を公開。夫婦オーナーがフランチャイズ加盟決断から開業後までのリアルを語るYouTubeライブを開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341787Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe comprehensive cleaning brand おそうじ革命 will hold a YouTube live event for prospective franchisees on October 28, 2026. The Magara couple, owners just 2 months after opening, will share their candid experiences of training and the period immediately after opening. 株式会社100 launches “Excel-like Bulk Editing” as a standalone offering ahead of HubSpot’s end of support for its legacy CRM cards, and halves the implementation fee for customers switchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341786Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFollowing the end of support for HubSpot’s legacy CRM cards, 株式会社100 has launched its “Excel-like Bulk Editing” app as a standalone offering and set the implementation fee at half price through a switching campaign. On the Story, which supports executive matchmaking, launches “VIP Plan,” its top-tier plan offering exclusive support to 1 company per industry! 株式会社コミクス becomes its first customer!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343877Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:54:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オンリーストーリー has launched “VIP Plan,” its top-tier offering that provides direct support from president Hirano and is limited to 1 company per industry, to mark its 12th anniversary. 株式会社コミクス was selected as the first company to sign up. Northeasterly winds carry pollution from abroad, putting central and southern Taiwan under red air-quality alerthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343879Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:47:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA環境部指出，受東北風挾帶境外污染物及午後臭氧濃度上升影響，中南部及金門空氣品質可能達紅色警示等級；截至上午10時30分，中部地區已有11測站為橘色提醒。 Housing market warm in the north, cool in central and southern Taiwan; new-project sales in 6 major cities and Hsinchu hit 7-year low in first 3 quartershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343880Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:46:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATotal sales of new housing projects in the 6 major cities and Hsinchu County and City hit a 7-year low in the third quarter of 2026, with the market warm in the north and cool in central and southern Taiwan. Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan performed relatively well, while Taichung, Tainan and Kaohsiung saw steep declines. China's Sky Eye science facility reduced to high-priced tourist attraction; authorities launch probehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343878Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:43:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA陸媒揭露中國「十一五」重大科技設施「中國天眼」被當作付費旅遊項目兜售，遊客可花萬元入住特定飯店並違規進入核心區。中國科學院已成立調查工作組徹查，攜程、美團等旅遊平台已下架相關產品。 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Pilei faces controversy over alleged refusal to attend Liu Xiaobo's award ceremonyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343829Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:34:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2026 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Pilei has sparked controversy over refusing to attend Liu Xiaobo's Nobel award ceremony in 2010, with critics calling it a stain on the laureate's record. High school English listening test site assignments announced; teams urged to avoid campaign noise on the 17thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343830Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA大考中心 announced the test site assignments for the first high school English listening test of academic year 116, with about 90,900 people registered. As the exam is sensitive to noise, it urged campaign teams in all counties and cities to avoid holding rallies or broadcasting campaign messages near test sites on the 17th, to protect the testing environment. Responding to 韓國瑜's National Day speech, 卓榮泰 says withholding countersignature is a passive but necessary measurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343831Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA行政院長卓榮泰回應立法院長韓國瑜國慶演說，指不副署法案是基於維護憲政秩序的被動且必要作法，並呼籲立法院在憲法精神下溝通。 Hai Kun submarine conducts 24th sea trial; expert says progress should not be judged solely by schedulehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3343552Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:21:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Hai Kun submarine conducted its 24th sea trial. Expert 紀東昀 said the submarine is Taiwan's first domestically designed and built prototype, with extremely challenging systems integration and facing international obstruction. Sea trials should proceed step by step with safety as the priority, and progress should not be judged solely by the schedule. IMF forecasts double-digit economic growth for Taiwan; US expert optimistic about expanding AI boomhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342950Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:10:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe IMF sharply raised its forecast for Taiwan's economic growth in 2026 to 10.7%. US expert 拉費洛夫 is optimistic about the expanding AI market and stressed the need for close cooperation among Taiwan, the United States and other countries. Foreign mission information system found to contain Chinese source code; Foreign Ministry says it reported issue proactively and contained damagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342951Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:09:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA外交部資安稽核發現外館資訊系統軟體含中國原始碼，已主動通報並完成損害管控；北檢搜索得標廠商坤侑科技及研發商安和公司等4人。 緯創 attends OCP summit, focusing on next-generation AI factory systemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342952Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:07:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA緯創 and 緯穎 joined the 2026 OCP Global Summit, focusing on next-generation AI factory systems and showcasing the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 platform and CMX contextual memory storage technology. 緯創's third-quarter consolidated revenue reached NT$1.15 trillion, buoyed by demand for AI servers. Cambodian online scam suspect 鄧丕兵 once donated US$3 million to Hunan University of Science and Technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342953Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:07:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA柬埔寨電詐疑犯鄧丕兵曾向母校湖南科技大學捐贈300萬美元設立教育基金，獲校方讚揚；半島電視台曝光其涉嫌網路詐騙、非法賭博及毒品活動後，湖南科大已刪除相關讚文。 Chip stocks face selling pressure; South Korean stocks plunge 6% intraday, falling below 6,000 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342954Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:06:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid concerns over AI investment, chip stocks were sold off, sending South Korea's KOSPI index down more than 6% and below 6,000 points. SK海力士 and 三星電子 shares tumbled. Stocks and currency both battered; Taiwan stocks plunge more than 1,000 points, Taiwan dollar falls below 32https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342955Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid escalating tensions in the Middle East and losses on Wall Street, Taiwan's stock and currency markets both slumped. Taiwan stocks fell more than 1,000 points at one stage in morning trading, while the Taiwan dollar fell below 32 per US dollar. Brewers' bullpen shuts out Dodgers' bats as they take 2 straight wins in NLCShttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342948Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:02:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA美國職棒國聯冠軍賽第2戰，密爾瓦基釀酒人以7比4擊敗洛杉磯道奇，系列賽取得2比0領先。 IMF estimates Taiwan’s economic growth will exceed 10% this year, leading Asia-Pacific and making it a rare case of double-digit growth globallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342949Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIMF released its latest World Economic Outlook report, sharply raising its forecast for Taiwan’s real GDP growth this year to 10.7%, the highest in the Asia-Pacific region and a rare case of double-digit growth globally. It also forecast annual CPI growth of 2.0% and an unemployment rate of 3.4%, and said Taiwan and South Korea account for 62% of global trade in AI cloud-computing hardware. Speech by former Chongqing mayor Huang Qifan abruptly halted in Hangzhouhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342946Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:58:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA重慶前市長黃奇帆原定於26日在杭州參加由寧波銀行主辦的論壇並發表演講，但活動突然因故取消。報導指出黃奇帆曾任復旦大學特聘教授及中國國際經濟交流中心副理事長，該中心去年5月理事長畢井泉落馬後已展開整頓。 China sanctions officials from Taiwan’s diplomatic allies; Cho Jung-tai says hegemonic mindset has drawn global resentmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342947Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:57:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina imposed sanctions on officials from Paraguay and Belize. Premier Cho Jung-tai criticized the move as reflecting a hegemonic mindset and stressed that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign, independent country and the People’s Republic of China has no right to interfere. Major oil and gas well blowout in Niger causes serious environmental accident; authorities rule out terrorismhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342811Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:52:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANiger’s Oil Ministry said a major blowout occurred at the Goumeri W8 oil well in the east, causing a serious environmental accident. Some of the damage is now under control, terrorism has been ruled out, and experts from Algeria are assisting with the investigation. The field is operated by 中油國際（尼日爾）. 愛普 prices GDR offering at a 5.22% discount, raising $416 million to fund foreign-currency material purchaseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342809Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:49:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA愛普科技 completed a GDR offering at a 5.22% discount, raising $416 million to fund foreign-currency material purchases. September revenue hit a record NT$1.19 billion. U.S.-Russia diesel deal sparks controversy; Trump criticizes fellow Republicanshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342810Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:45:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Trump defended a diesel supply deal with Russia, criticizing lawmakers from both parties who questioned whether it violated laws banning imports of Russian energy. Bipartisan senators called for the deal to be withdrawn, saying it would fund Putin. Trump blamed Ukrainian airstrikes on refineries for rising oil prices and stressed that restricting oil would have a serious impact globally. 6 Chinese military vessels and 4 aircraft sorties near Taiwan; military maintains close surveillancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342677Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:28:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of National Defense released details of Chinese military aircraft and vessels. From 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today, it detected 6 Chinese military vessels, 4 government ships and 5 sorties by Chinese military aircraft. Four of the aircraft sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and intruded into central and southwestern airspace. Taiwan’s military maintained close surveillance and responded. 台積電 falls NT$40; Taiwan stocks plunge 900 points in early trading, falling below the 49000-point thresholdhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342575Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:24:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADragged down by a series of declines in the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, Taiwan stocks plunged in early trading, falling below the 49000-point threshold. 台積電, 聯發科 and 台達電 led declines among heavyweight stocks. Institutional investors said Taiwan’s August export orders exceeded US$100 billion, which could support the market. Trump suddenly calls for energy ceasefire; Ukraine says continued Russian airstrikes show Moscow has no intention of accepting ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342571Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:23:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia’s continued airstrikes on energy facilities show it has no intention of accepting the energy ceasefire announced by U.S. President Trump. The European Union approved a new round of sanctions, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stressed that pressure must be maintained to bring Russia to the negotiating table. The Kremlin rejected a comprehensive 60-day ceasefire proposal. North Korea confirms test launch of tactical ballistic missile to upgrade core component technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342572Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:23:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANorth Korean state media confirmed a test launch of a tactical ballistic missile to verify upgrades to core component technology. The U.S., Japanese and South Korean militaries detected different numbers of projectiles and heightened their alert levels. 華爾街日報: China's vicious debt cycle weighs on economic growth and affects the worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342573Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:21:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA華爾街日報 reported that credit to China’s nonfinancial sector has exceeded 300% of GDP, with rapidly rising debt weighing on economic growth and affecting the world. Although the Chinese government says debt is manageable, high debts held by local government financing vehicles and companies are leading to wasted resources and dumping of exports, with the annual trade surplus surpassing $1 trillion. Experts say that unless China changes its growth model, which relies on investment and exports, its financial system will gradually decline. New York Times, The Economist and other media join coalition to prevent AI from using news content without authorizationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342574Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:20:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New York Times, The Economist, Agence France-Presse and other media organizations announced they had joined the Standards for Publisher Usage Rights (SPUR) coalition, which comprises more than 40 publishers across more than 20 countries, with more than 80 members. It aims to prevent AI companies from using news content without authorization to train models. The Atlantic in the United States and the Brazilian National Newspaper Association are also new members. Founding members include the Financial Times, BBC and Associated Press. The publishing industry is fighting AI copyright infringement through legal action. USA Today has filed a copyright lawsuit against OpenAI, while OpenAI and Microsoft also face similar allegations from multiple authors and media organizations. The New Taiwan dollar opened down 7.5 cents at 31.97https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342367Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:10:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar opened at 31.97 per U.S. dollar on the Taipei foreign exchange market, down 7.5 cents. Vietnam PM travels to counter China's coercive posture, joins Cambodia and Laos in launching joint military exercises among 3 countrieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342368Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:08:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung visited Laos and Cambodia, signed nearly 40 economic cooperation documents and launched joint military exercises among 3 countries, aiming to deepen defense and security mechanisms to counter China's military expansion in the region. Taiwan stocks opened down 175.69 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342369Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:06:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei stocks opened down 175.69 points. The weighted stock index closed at 49126.27 points, with trading valued at NT$13.22 billion. Most Greenland lawmakers back U.S. security agreement; opposition questions economic benefitshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342370Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:05:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGreenland's parliament debated a security agreement with the United States. Most lawmakers supported it, while the opposition questioned its economic benefits and said details were vague. 中油: Oil and gas supplies secure through year-end; next year's Q1 purchases planned in advancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342221Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:43:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中油 said it had secured additional crude oil from outside the Middle East and adjusted shipping schedules in response to heightened tensions in the Middle East and transport risks, ensuring domestic oil and gas supplies remain secure through year-end. It has also planned next year's Q1 purchases in advance. Trump Jr.'s former fiancée Guilfoyle, serving as ambassador to Greece, could be fired over hospitality from tycoonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342174Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:34:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA美國總統川普證實考慮將駐希臘大使季伏爾免職，因華爾街日報披露其請託支持者處理信用卡債務並接受希臘富商招待。 Aftershocks continue after major quake; another magnitude 6.0 earthquake reported in Panamahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342103Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:30:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPanama was hit by another magnitude 6.0 earthquake on the 12th, after a magnitude 7.7 quake. The latest quake had a depth of 35 kilometers. The earlier major quake injured at least 27 people and damaged nearly 900 homes, prompting the government to declare a national state of emergency. Beitou records a low of 16.7 degrees at dawn; Wu Der-Rong: Autumn-tiger weather pattern from 10/16https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342104Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:28:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe low in Beitou's flatlands was 16.7 degrees Celsius at dawn. Weather expert Wu Der-Rong said an autumn-tiger weather pattern would set in from 10/16 to 19, with little moisture and a wide day-night temperature range. Philadelphia Semiconductor Index extends losses; analysts: Taiwan stocks may retest 49000 in short termhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342105Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:25:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell for 4 consecutive days, and analysts forecast that Taiwan stocks may retest 49000 in the short term. However, Taiwan's August export orders topped US$100 billion for the first time, providing support for the market with strong order momentum. Rhode Island giant pumpkin weighs 1431.5 kilograms, aims to set 金氏世界紀錄https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342021Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:21:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWallace, a man from Rhode Island in the United States, grew a giant pumpkin weighing 1431.5 kilograms that could break the 金氏世界紀錄 held by Britain's Paton. 高雄議員參選人張騏晟涉賄選 前海洋局長張漢雄父子3人聲押https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342022Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:18:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA無黨籍高雄市議員參選人張騏晟涉嫌賄選，檢方調查其利用父親前海洋局長張漢雄及胞兄張鈞華等人資源，以西點禮盒及協助取得漁民資格等方式拉票。張騏晟、張漢雄、張鈞華3人因涉犯投票行賄等罪嫌重大被聲請羈押禁見，其餘共犯與選民則以10萬至30萬元交保。 'Breaking Bad' actor RJ Mitte dies at 34; was a passionate advocate for disability rightshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341791Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActor RJ Mitte, who rose to fame for his role in the series 'Breaking Bad,' has died at 34. His management team confirmed that he had cerebral palsy and was an active advocate for disability rights. 〈Real Estate〉Buyers and sellers alike move toward suburban areas as housing market trend becomes 'towns encircling cities'https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342812Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:03:59 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Data from 591 show that average asking prices for new projects outside the 7 major cities and counties rose 2.61% year over year in the first 8 months of this year, while the number of listings online jumped 25.6%, reflecting a trend of 'towns encircling cities' in the housing market. Meanwhile, the central bank eased credit controls and held rates steady, easing pressure on funds. 逸達's late-stage prostate cancer drug approved by China's NMPA; partner to advance commercialization in Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342813Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:02:29 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網逸達 (6576-TW) announced that its licensing partner 長春金賽藥業 had received approval from China's NMPA to market CAMCEVI 42 mg. The drug is used to treat late-stage prostate cancer. The approval marks important progress in 逸達's commercialization efforts in China, and an application for another indication is also under review. 愛普* completes GDR pricing at NT$898 per share, at a discount of about 5%, raising US$416 million to meet procurement needshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342814Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:56:35 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網愛普*(6531-TW) announced the completion of its GDR pricing, raising US$416 million at a discount of about 5.22% to fund foreign-currency purchases of materials. Rear wheel falls off while driving! 奇瑞 apologizes, recalls 8,878 OMODA 5 vehicleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342815Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:55:45 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網奇瑞汽車 apologized and announced a recall of 8,878 vehicles after a rear wheel fell off an OMODA 5 in Malaysia due to insufficient weld strength on the rear axle. The company also launched a preventive inspection of the same production batch worldwide to control risks and address regulatory requirements. 雷虎 takes part in AUSA 2026, competing with major US firms with its largest-ever exhibition areahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342816Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:55:14 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網雷虎(8033-TW) appeared at AUSA 2026 as a four-star sponsor, showcasing drone systems and highlighting the advantages of its non-red supply chain. Real estate: Total value of new projects launched in Taiwan’s seven major cities in the first 1-3 quarters hits a 7-year low; market research firm says housing market is undergoing a “correction in both prices and volume”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342817Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:53:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A market research firm said the total value of new housing projects launched across Taiwan in the third quarter of 2026 hit a nearly 7-year low for the same period, with the housing market entering a consolidation phase marked by a “correction in both prices and volume.” Northern areas such as Taipei and New Taipei proved more resilient, while central and southern Taiwan were hit hard by the withdrawal of capital, with Tainan particularly affected and new project launches shrinking sharply. Middle East conflict drives oil prices above US$90; CPC's response plan: no need to worry before year-end, with Q1 purchases already arrangedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342818Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:52:40 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Oil prices have surged amid conflict in the Middle East. CPC Taiwan said diversified procurement and supply arrangements would ensure adequate supply through year-end, and that purchases for Q1 next year had already been arranged. It is also cooperating with the government’s freeze on fuel price increases to stabilize people’s livelihoods. Taiwan stocks open: Heavyweight tech shares come under pressure as 台積電 battles to defend NT$2,500; index drops more than 900 points in early tradinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342819Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:44:36 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taipei stocks fell more than 900 points at one point in early trading on the 13th, dragged down by weakness in international semiconductor shares and markets in Japan and South Korea. 台積電 fell 1.57% in early trading, battling to defend NT$2,500, as heavyweight tech stocks came under broad pressure; only financial shares bucked the trend. War windfall continues to flow through as global VLCC freight rates hit a 60-year highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342820Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:27:38 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Escalating US-Iran tensions have boosted energy and shipping profits, sending global VLCC freight rates to a 60-year high. Secondhand vessel prices have inverted amid immediate demand for operating capacity, while crew wages have risen structurally, with further upside expected over the next 2 years. Taiwan stocks premarket: Index plunges 544 points before a stunning reversal! Shipping and financial shares join forces to fend off bears and hold 49K; investor-to-book ratio highlights 長科*, 精測 and 大立光https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342821Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:20:50 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks plunged 544 points to 48,768 in early trading on Oct. 12 amid multiple negative factors, then staged a stunning reversal as heavyweight shares including 大立光, 長榮 and 富邦金 provided support, closing at 49,301. Container shipping, semiconductor packaging and testing materials, and financial holding companies performed strongly, while cleanroom engineering, silicon wafers and specialty foundry services were weak. World’s 4th-largest central bank gold buyer turns seller; gold’s share of reserves to fall to 75% by year-endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342822Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A deputy governor of Kazakhstan’s central bank said the bank plans to reduce gold’s share of its reserves from 78% to 75% by year-end, as rising U.S. Treasury yields make dollar assets more attractive. The move is aimed at optimizing the allocation of foreign exchange reserves and ensuring liquidity. 美光 boosts share buybacks! Ban lifted after 2 years; analyst says it is more generous than peers in rewarding shareholders, with further expansion possiblehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342823Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:10:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美光’s board increased the total authorization for share buybacks to US$35.16 billion. Analysts say this shows 美光 is more committed to shareholder returns than its peers, with room for further expansion. Yemen’s Houthis strike Saudi capital’s airport again, attack air basehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342227Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:02:45 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed on the 12th that they had successfully attacked the airport in Riyadh, the Saudi capital, and an air base in the southwest. The attacks prompted retaliation by the Saudi-led coalition and full support for Yemen’s government forces, and led to warnings that most Saudi airports were unsafe areas. 【Stock Market Focus】台積電 price target raised to NT$4,410! 新光證券: These 3 conditions are essentialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342228Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網新光證券 analysts found a wide range of price targets for 台積電 ahead of its earnings conference, with the highest reaching NT$4,410. Achieving that target would require 2027 revenue to exceed consensus, a gross margin of 69% and a price-to-earnings ratio of 30 times. Exports surge 1,220%! Shenzhen robot makers accelerate overseas expansion, with 3 major categories including cleaning robots posting marked gainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342229Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:50:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Shenzhen Customs data show that robot exports reached 11.13 billion yuan in the first 8 months of this year, up 12.2 times year over year. Exports of cleaning, industrial and surgical robots were strong, while embodied AI robots emerged as a new growth driver, with products primarily targeting European and U.S. markets. AI傳輸速度大升級！輝達聯手思科推新光模組 頻寬密度飆4倍https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342230Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網輝達 and 思科 announced on the 12th that they are jointly introducing the USFP optical module standard, which supports a single-lane rate of 400Gb/s and increases bandwidth density by 4 times. They are also working with TE Connectivity and 安費諾 to build a supply chain and address network bottlenecks in AI factories. Yemen’s Houthis: Saudi Arabia carried out 119 attacks in 24 hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342231Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:45:51 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree claimed that Saudi Arabia carried out 119 airstrikes in multiple parts of Yemen within 24 hours, bringing the total to 2,177 and causing civilian casualties. The Saudi-led coalition said it was taking action to dismantle the Houthis’ military capabilities. SpaceX is the exception! Musk says China’s manufacturing capacity is hard to match outside the space sectorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342232Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:35:28 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Musk said on the 12th that China’s capacity to scale up production of products such as lithium batteries and solar panels has surpassed the rest of the world combined. He described SpaceX as the sole exception in the space sector, saying that excluding SpaceX, most space cargo actually comes from China. Global smartphone shipments plunge 20%, marking the worst 3rd quarter in 14 years; memory shortage blamedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342233Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:30:14 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Counterpoint Research said global smartphone shipments fell 20% year over year in the 3rd quarter of 2026, their lowest level in 14 years, mainly because of memory shortages and resources being diverted to AI infrastructure. Samsung led with a 23% market share, while 蘋果 rose to 22%. Shipments by Chinese brands such as 小米 plunged by more than 30%, prompting the industry to focus on premium products and maintaining profitability. The wave of humanoid robots entering factories is here！Shanghai sets a target of 8,000 units and plans to bring AI across production lineshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342234Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:10:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網At the 26th China International Industry Fair, Shanghai launched a new smart manufacturing initiative, aiming to deploy 8,000 humanoid robots by 2028 and cultivate 500 advanced smart factories. It also announced 30 industrial clusters valued at hundreds of billions of yuan, accelerating the integration of AI and manufacturing。 Trump：Putin is more eager than Zelensky to reach a deal；the two should meet to end this “absurd war”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342235Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:05:40 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. President Donald Trump said on the 12th that Russian President Vladimir Putin was more interested than Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in resolving the conflict, and called on the two to meet to end the war. Trump said both sides had lost 32,000 people this month, and suggested Zelensky focus on an agreement and consider holding an election。 Key U.S. stock market news roundup：Oct. 13, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341664Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Oct. 13, 2026 U.S. stock market news roundup focuses on competition in memory chips（美光 fell 3.9%）, new developments in AI models and chips（Meta Muse, 英特爾’s new GPU, and 微軟 Maia 300）, and 博通’s CEO warning about difficulties securing AI funding。 Revenue Flash：September revenue roundup for major Taiwan-listed companies, Oct. 13, 2026（175 companies added）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341665Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:55:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網This article compiles September revenue data announced on Oct. 13, 2026, for 227 major Taiwan-listed companies with capital of at least 5 billion. It lists the top 3 and top 5 companies by year-over-year and month-over-month growth, and tallies the number of companies reporting positive and negative year-over-year growth。 AI is reshaping semiconductor staffing！應材 forecasts revenue to double without doubling headcount, opens new $5 billion EPIC facilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341666Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:50:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網應用材料 forecast that revenue would double without an increase in headcount, thanks to efficiency gains from the widespread use of AI. It also invested $5 billion in opening EPIC Center and is working with major companies such as 台積電 to accelerate semiconductor research and development。 Has gold passed its worst？瑞銀：A retreat in Treasury yields will fuel a gold recoveryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341667Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:40:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網瑞銀 said in a report that gold had fallen amid expectations of a hawkish Federal Reserve, but that the market had already priced in some of the negative factors. With the labor market cooling and yields retreating, a rebound in gold may be on the horizon. The bank recommended watching for prices to stabilize in the $4,140-to-$4,200 range。 Goldman says the yuan is severely undervalued, forecasts it will rise to 6.4 per dollar within a yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341668https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341668Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:37:39 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Kamakshya Trivedi, head of foreign exchange strategy at 高盛集團, said the yuan was undervalued by 20%-25% and forecast it would rise to 6.40 per dollar within a year. The view is based on China’s huge trade surplus and the need to maintain stable trade relations；a gradual appreciation could help internationalize the yuan。 Funding crunch！英特爾 and 博通 warn financing is AI’s biggest bottleneck as the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index hits a three-month lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341669Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:35:45 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell 2.7% on Monday. The CEOs of 英特爾 and 博通 warned that financing channels could become the biggest bottleneck for AI development, as demand for infrastructure continues to exceed supply。 Trump hints at meeting Kim Jong Un next month, calls prospect “exciting”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341670Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:24:21 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. President Donald Trump hinted that he might meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during an upcoming trip to Asia, prompting speculation. Despite U.S.-South Korea relations being at a sensitive point over trade and security issues, and North Korea continuing missile tests, Trump expressed a willingness to pursue a meeting。 Intel unveils new GPU chip to challenge Nvidia as it pushes to transform itself for the AI erahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341671Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Intel has launched its GPU D-Series chips, designed for AI inference, and is working with 華碩, HPE and others to bring them to market. Buoyed by rising CPU demand driven by the growth of AI agents, Intel shares have surged 183% this year, but the company faces competitive pressure from AMD and CPUs based on the ARM architecture. Oil prices tied to U.S. election outlook! Prediction markets put odds of Democrats sweeping both chambers at 65%, raising fears of a U.S. stock market drophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3341672Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:10:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網高盛報告指出預測市場顯示民主黨橫掃國會機率達65%，汽油價格與通膨成選戰焦點。美銀警告此情境恐致美股大跌，但高盛提醒歷史經驗顯示勝率可能在選前回落。 What is Taiwan's “most popular boys' name”? It's not Chia-hao or Kuan-ting! The top name belongs to more than 4,000 people. Is yours on the list?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342872Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Statistics from the Ministry of the Interior's Department of Household Registration show that the most common boys' name in Taiwan is “Chen Kuan-yu,” shared by more than 4,000 people. The article looks back at changes in naming trends from the postwar period to the present, reflecting the evolution of social values. Will a NT$1 million cancer insurance payout suspend your farmers' allowance? The NT$500,000 means-testing threshold does not include all incomehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342873Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article explains that cancer insurance payouts are generally excluded from the income assessment used to determine eligibility for the farmers' allowance, while overseas investment income must still be included. It also explains that the 2026 review uses 2024 data and that the means test includes an income threshold of NT$500,000 and a real estate value limit of NT$5 million. 台積電法說先蹲後跳？學者曝法人盤算、布局心法 3750元目標價「這時」達標？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342874Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:57:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒總體經濟學家吳嘉隆分析台積電前景，指出其為AI革命領頭羊，獲利預期上修，明年EPS有望達150元，目標價看至3750元，並建議以長期視野看待台股。 Government hands out Double Ninth Festival gifts! Seniors in 4 counties and cities can collect up to NT$70,000 per person today; see amounts and payment dateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342875Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:51:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen grants will be distributed in Taoyuan, Miaoli, Yilan and Chiayi counties and cities starting Oct. 13. A centenarian in Nan'ao Township, Yilan County, will receive a combined bonus of NT$70,000, a record high; other areas will provide grants ranging from NT$1,000 to NT$20,000 depending on age. Families with students, remember to claim your money! New Ministry of Labor program offers up to NT$62,400; eligible families across Taiwan can apply. How and when to apply for living assistancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342876Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:46:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Labor has opened applications for living assistance for the children of unemployed workers who are enrolled in school for the first semester of academic year 115, with a deadline of Oct. 19, 2026. The program aims to ease the financial burden on unemployed families. Under the new rules, it can be combined with tuition and fee waivers, and families with multiple children or a sole caregiver receive an additional 20%, with a maximum of NT$31,200 per student. The real gap between Chiang Chi-chen and Ho Hsin-chun? Doctor examines “dangerous KMT poll” and 2 data points: Taichung gap is at least this largehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342877Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:36:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Physician Shen Cheng-nan analyzed a Taichung mayoral poll released by the Taichung Friends of Taiwan Trust and said sampling bias and undecided centrist voters suggest Chiang Chi-chen's actual lead should be 10 percentage points, rather than the 1.9-point margin shown in the poll. A 75-year-old mother receives 150,000 yen in pension benefits each month but pays a staggering 100,000 yen in premiums! Her son opened her bankbook and finally understood why she suddenly said she was short of money.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261013-09/index-en-p10.html#n3342879Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A 75-year-old woman living alone in Japan’s Saitama Prefecture ran short of retirement funds because of high insurance premiums and sought help from her 50-year-old son. A financial planning expert said her premiums were far above average and recommended reviewing her coverage needs to avoid financial difficulties.