# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-13 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 7 of 8

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 572 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 213 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## New Taipei campus app registrations surpass one million; Education Department says service will expand to preschools

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:36:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610130107.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320187-en.html
- anchor: #n3344838
- Companies mentioned: 新北市政府教育局、中央社

新北市政府教育局長張明文宣布，「新北校園通APP」註冊人數已突破百萬，為領先各縣市的紀錄；未來服務將延伸至幼兒園，提供2歲至18歲的智慧教育服務。

Facts:
- Registrations have surpassed one million
- A smart education service spanning ages 2 to 18
- 3 core initiatives: parent-teacher communication, reduced administrative workload for preschools, and convenience for parents
- Besides holding a raffle for a million users on Oct. 21

## Plague suspected in Russia; Cho Jung-tai says authorities are closely monitoring the local outbreak

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:33:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610130109.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320185-en.html
- anchor: #n3344836
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、世界衛生組織、WHO

Plague is suspected in Russia. Premier Cho Jung-tai said the government is highly concerned and has asked the Ministry of Health and Welfare to closely monitor the local outbreak and step up surveillance. In response to rumors concerning China, he also ordered comprehensive checks on traffic through the mini-three-links routes.

Facts:
- 2 weeks ago
- 3 categories
- 60%

## Energy shock from US-Iran conflict could force low-income countries to cut spending or restructure debt: IMF

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:32:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130108.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320186-en.html
- anchor: #n3344837
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、國際貨幣基金、IMF、法新社、世界銀行

The IMF warned that low-income developing countries could be forced to cut spending or restructure debt because of the energy shock caused by the US-Iran conflict.

Facts:
- （中央社曼谷13日綜合外電報導）
- (Compiled by: Chen Yuting) 1151013

## A look inside Selangor’s women’s soccer training base: Chen Tzu-chen’s refusal to give up helped her land an overseas career

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:26:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610130106.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320188-en.html
- anchor: #n3344839
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台中藍鯨、雪蘭莪足球俱樂部、Selangor F.C.

Taiwanese women’s soccer player Chen Tzu-chen moved to Malaysia to play for 雪蘭莪足球俱樂部. Through independent strength training and her refusal to give up, she is striving to help the team secure a place in the AFC Women’s Champions League.

Facts:
- She is the only Taiwanese player among the 4 foreign recruits
- Founded in 1936, 雪蘭莪足球俱樂部
- Marking 90 years this year
- 陳姿蓁今年5月從台中藍鯨轉赴雪蘭莪女足

## Restored version of Osmanthus Alley heads to French film festival, bringing back the classic appeal of Chen Kun-hou and Lu Hsiao-fen

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610130105.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320189-en.html
- anchor: #n3344840
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國家電影及視聽文化中心、影視聽中心、文化部駐法國台灣文化中心、里昂盧米埃學院、盧米埃經典電影市場展

台灣電影《桂花巷》4K修復版入選法國盧米埃電影節經典單元，導演陳坤厚與演員陸小芬出席放映會。國家電影及視聽文化中心完成修復並還原台語原音，獲影展創辦人弗黑莫推崇台灣為電影大國。

Facts:
- 4K restored version
- The 18th Lumière Film Festival
- Released 39 years ago

## Japanese media: Anthropic plans to build its first data center in Japan in Osaka

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:23:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130104.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320059-en.html
- anchor: #n3344669
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、NTT、NTT DATA集團、OpenAI、谷歌（Google）、日本經濟新聞、路透社

Japanese media reported that Japan’s NTT and its subsidiary NTT DATA集團 are in talks with US AI company Anthropic to build the company’s first data center in Japan in the coastal area of southern Osaka Prefecture. Construction costs could reach 1 trillion yen, with capacity of up to 5MW. A contract is expected to be signed in fiscal 2026, with partial operations slated to begin in 2028.

Facts:
- Construction costs could reach 1 trillion yen
- The center’s capacity could reach up to 5MW
- A contract is planned for fiscal 2026
- The site is expected to begin partial operations in 2028
- The goal is for the public and private sectors to invest a combined 32.7 trillion yen by fiscal 2035
- 透過電網從電力公司的發電廠取得500百萬瓦的電力

## Judge convicted of drunk driving, then drunk driving again after becoming judicial affairs officer; 懲戒法院 suspends him for 1 year

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:23:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130103.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320061-en.html
- anchor: #n3344670
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、懲戒法院、司法院、宜蘭地院、台北地院、宜蘭地檢署、宜蘭地方法院、台北地方法院

Former 宜蘭地院 judge Chang Hsuan-hao was dismissed over drunk driving and reassigned as a judicial affairs officer. He again drove drunk in February this year and injured a pedestrian. 懲戒法院 ruled that he be suspended from duty for 1 year.

Facts:
- 1.05 milligrams per liter
- 4 months in prison.
- Suspension from duty for 1 year
- 0.35 milligrams per liter
- A 6-month prison sentence

## Former employee accused of soliciting kickbacks from suppliers; 台泥綠能 seeks civil damages of more than 72 million

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:22:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130102.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320063-en.html
- anchor: #n3344671
- Companies mentioned: 台泥綠能、中央社

A former employee of 台泥綠能 is accused of soliciting kickbacks from suppliers. Prosecutors concluded their investigation and indicted 3 people. 台泥綠能 announced it will seek civil damages from the defendants and suppliers involved, with the initial claim exceeding NT$72 million.

Facts:
- The total exceeds NT$72 million
- The initial claim includes at least NT$29.9 million
- US$1.34 million
- Solicited NT$15 million
- Paid in 3 installments totaling NT$5 million
- Kickbacks in the Yizhu project totaled NT$29.9 million
- 100多萬美元回扣

## Finance Ministry to impose provisional anti-dumping duties on Chinese-made polyamide film starting 10/19

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:17:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130101.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320064-en.html
- anchor: #n3344672
- Companies mentioned: 財政部關務署、財政部、經濟部、運城集團、昆山運城塑業有限公司、運城其龍新材料有限公司、鶴山運城新材料有限公司

財政部關務署 announced that provisional anti-dumping duties will be imposed for 4 months starting 10/19 on certain polyamide film imported from China. The rate for 3 companies under 運城集團 is 0%, while the rate for all other manufacturers and exporters is 40.21%.

Facts:
- October 19
- For 4 months
- Tax rate of 0%
- Tax rate of 40.21%
- Weighted average dumping margin of -0.76%

## China’s Vice Minister of Transport Wang Gang named Shijiazhuang Communist Party chief

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:15:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610130100.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319903-en.html
- anchor: #n3344627

China’s Vice Minister of Transport Wang Gang was appointed to the Hebei Provincial Standing Committee and named Communist Party chief of Shijiazhuang, replacing Zhang Chaochao, who is no longer in the post.

Facts:
- Wang Gang is 55 this year
- Began working at the Heilongjiang Provincial Department of Transportation in 2004
- In July 2011, he became director of the Heilongjiang Provincial Highway Administration
- In December 2015, Wang Gang became vice mayor of Heihe
- Became Communist Party secretary of Heihe University in May 2018
- Transferred to serve as acting mayor of Qiqihar in April 2021
- He became Communist Party chief of Qiqihar in December 2021
- In January 2023, Wang Gang was elected vice governor of Heilongjiang Province

## Former Chinese Academy of Engineering academician and 中南大學 president Zhang Yaoxue indicted on bribery charges

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:11:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610130099.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319908-en.html
- anchor: #n3344628
- Companies mentioned: 中南大學、南華大學、中央通訊社、安徽省安慶市檢察院、中國國家監察委員會、最高人民檢察院、安徽省安慶市人民檢察院、安慶市中級人民法院、人民日報、香港明報、教育部、中共海軍

Former Chinese Academy of Engineering academician and 中南大學 president Zhang Yaoxue was indicted on bribery charges by 安徽省安慶市檢察院. 南華大學 and 中南大學 have recently seen successive investigations into corruption involving their presidents and vice presidents.

Facts:
- October 2011
- May 2017
- October 17, 2025
- May 2026
- December 2025
- July this year
- Within a month
- 2000

## Yilan’s Dongshan Township candidate for Dajin village chief accused of vote-buying with rice; released on NT$50,000 bail

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:11:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130098.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319663-en.html
- anchor: #n3344521

A candidate surnamed Chen for village chief in Dajin Village, Dongshan Township, Yilan County, is suspected of disguising vote-buying as the distribution of Penglai rice and other supplies. The Yilan District Prosecutors Office searched locations and questioned 9 people, ordering Chen released on NT$50,000 bail.

Facts:
- NT$50,000
- 9 people
- NT$20 million

## Fire at a sheet-metal building in Kaohsiung spreads to 3 buildings; 1 man burned, 1 commercial vehicle destroyed

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:11:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130097.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319664-en.html
- anchor: #n3344522
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市政府消防局、高雄市政府警察局新興分局

A fire broke out early today at a sheet-metal building on Chenggong 1st Road in Kaohsiung’s Qianjin District, spreading to 3 buildings and several cars and motorcycles. A 66-year-old man surnamed Chen suffered burns over 18% of his body and was hospitalized with no danger to his life. A commercial passenger car was destroyed.

Facts:
- 29 fire trucks deployed
- 81 people responded
- Burns over 18% of his hands and feet
- 4 motorcycles parked at the scene

## 強化供水韌性 水利署拚3年完成珍珠串計畫剩餘5條管線

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130096.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319665-en.html
- anchor: #n3344523
- Companies mentioned: 經濟部、水利署、Google

水利署長林元鵬表示，為提升供水韌性，經濟部推動的「珍珠串計畫」16條管線中已完成11條，預計2至3年內完成剩餘5條，以實現北、中、南部水源互援及重要區域雙水源系統。同時提及利用AI技術提升防災運算效率及災後判釋能力，並強調跨部會整合流域治理的重要性。

Facts:
- 16 pipelines
- 11 completed so far
- Remaining 5
- Over the next 2 to 3 years
- Nearly 2,000 millimeters of rainfall
- 約7成
- About 10%
- Takes more than 1 hour
- The critical 30 minutes

## 美國喬治亞州六旗雲霄飛車意外 釀1死數人受傷

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:10:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130095.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319666-en.html
- anchor: #n3344524
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、六旗、Six Flags、柯布郡警察局、Cobb County Police Department、美聯社、杜安律師事務所、Doan Law Firm、Universal Epic Universe

美國喬治亞州六旗主題樂園發生雲霄飛車意外，造成1人死亡、數人受傷。事故發生在「歌利亞」雲霄飛車，園方正配合警方調查。杜安律師事務所指出此為該樂園至少第7起死亡事件，且六旗近期面臨多起與遊樂設施相關的訴訟。

Facts:
- about 24 kilometers away
- at least the 7th fatality
- opened in 2006
- reaches speeds of about 113 kilometers per hour
- reaches a height of 61 meters
- during its roughly 3-and-a-half-minute run
- a 22-year-old man
- rode it in 2022
- 3 other allegations
- there was a 32-year-old man

## Taiwan dollar plunges 1.9 jiao at midday, provisionally closing at 32.085

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:07:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130094.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319667-en.html
- anchor: #n3344525
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

The Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 32.085 against the U.S. dollar at noon, plunging 1.9 jiao, with trading volume reaching US$1.635 billion.

Facts:
- 32.085
- 1.9 jiao
- US$1.635 billion
- 31.97
- 31.951
- 32.09

## He Lifeng meets vice chairman of 美中關係全國委員會, hopes to inject stability into economic ties

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610130093.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319689-en.html
- anchor: #n3344526
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新華社、美中關係全國委員會

He Lifeng, a member of the Political Bureau of the Chinese Communist Party Central Committee and vice premier of the State Council, met with 美中關係全國委員會 Vice Chairman Greenberg in Beijing, hoping to inject certainty and stability into China-U.S. economic and trade cooperation.

Facts:
- 12th
- 1151013

## U.S. plans to deploy low-cost hypersonic missiles, hoping to deplete China’s air defenses through sheer numbers

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:59:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130092.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319521-en.html
- anchor: #n3344370
- Companies mentioned: Castelion、洛克希德馬丁公司、Lockheed Martin

The U.S. Navy plans to equip carrier-based aircraft with the low-cost hypersonic Blackbeard missile developed by Castelion, aiming to deplete China’s air defenses through sheer numbers. The Pentagon plans to procure more than 12,000 missiles within 5 years, at an estimated unit cost of about US$385,000, far below the US$3.25 million cost of Lockheed Martin’s LRASM. Experts say the move could bolster the U.S. military’s stockpile of long-range precision weapons, but the vulnerability of launch platforms (aircraft carriers) remains a major constraint.

Facts:
- designed to fly at speeds exceeding Mach 5
- procure more than 12,000 Blackbeard missiles
- average cost of about US$385,000 per missile
- estimated cost of about US$3.25 million per missile
- The Navy ordered 50 Blackbeard missiles in June
- ordered another 444 in September
- demonstrated the capability to carry 2 Blackbeard missiles
- carry up to 4 of these missiles
- deplete stocks of long-range anti-ship missiles

## Taiwan International Hardware and Tools Expo opens in Taichung on 10/20, with 450 exhibitors

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:54:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610130091.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319429-en.html
- anchor: #n3344237
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、台中市政府、台中市經濟發展局、台灣手工具工業同業公會、朗盛行銷有限公司、台中國際會展中心

The 2026 Taiwan International Hardware and Tools Expo X Hardware Industry Show will take place from October 20 to 22 at 台中國際會展中心, with 450 exhibitors and more than 1,000 booths expected to draw tens of thousands of buyers. 台中市政府 has partnered with 39 brands to offer discounts, with business opportunities expected to reach NT$40 million.

Facts:
- 450 exhibitors
- more than 1,000 booths
- 39 brands
- an increase of 200 booths
- NT$40 million
- 200 Taiwanese hand-tool businesses
- about 500 business-matching sessions

## Taichung woman found dead in bedroom with head injury, son sleeping in another room; authorities investigate

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:53:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130090.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319430-en.html
- anchor: #n3344238
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、大雅警分局、台中地檢署

A 55-year-old woman surnamed Zhou was found dead, lying in a bedroom at her home in Taichung’s Tanzi District with an injury to her head. Her 37-year-old son said he had taken medication and gone to sleep in another room. Police and prosecutors examined the scene to determine the cause of death.

Facts:
- A 55-year-old woman surnamed Chou
- the 37-year-old son, surnamed Lin
- the floor of a bedroom on the 2nd floor
- another room on the 3rd floor

## Average daily highway traffic during National Day holiday reaches 103.9 mvk; congestion falls by 2 tenths

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:51:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610130089.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319410-en.html
- anchor: #n3344231
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、交通部高速公路局、高公局

高公局指出國慶連假國道每日平均交通量為103.9百萬車公里，整體壅塞比例較去年同期減少2成。

Facts:
- 減少2成
- 100.7 to 106.5 mvk
- 56.4 mvk
- 55.5 mvk
- 106.5 mvk
- 1.1 times
- 0.3% to 0.5%
- 0.37%
- 0.54%
- an increase of 9%
- 100 cases
- 92 cases
- 110 cases
- 16 minutes

## Shen Boyang withdraws from prime-time drama “豆腐媽媽,” citing packed election schedule

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:49:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610130088.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319412-en.html
- anchor: #n3344232
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民視、勞動部

Shen Boyang, the DPP’s Taipei mayoral candidate, said his election schedule was too packed for him to take part in filming the prime-time drama “豆腐媽媽.” He also discussed his views on urban renewal, the relocation of Songshan Airport and drug issues.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- on Nov. 28
- 1151013

## Poll gap widens; Su巧慧 says she will work until she leads in KMT polls, while Li Sichuan expresses confidence

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:47:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610130087.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319413-en.html
- anchor: #n3344233
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、信民兩岸研究協會

The latest poll in the New Taipei mayoral race showed DPP candidate Su巧慧 leading KMT candidate Li Sichuan, 43.1% to 30.0%. Su said she would work to take the lead in polls conducted by the KMT as well, and responded to controversy over her Tamsui Science City platform. Li said public opinion mattered more than polls and discussed development plans including the New Taipei Dome and railway undergrounding.

Facts:
- 43.1%
- 30.0%
- New Taipei’s 29 districts
- within 8 years
- 5.6 million visits

## 335 teams register for Huazong Cup volleyball tournament; elementary school mixed division added amid declining birthrate

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:46:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610130086.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319411-en.html
- anchor: #n3344234
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、大台南公車

The 115th National 47th Huazong Cup Volleyball Championship will be held from the 17th to the 21st in Tainan’s Xuejia District, with 335 teams registered. To address the declining birthrate and schools’ team-formation needs, an “elementary school mixed division” has been added to broaden grassroots participation in volleyball.

Facts:
- a total of 335 teams taking part
- the 115th National 47th Huazong Cup Volleyball Championship
- now in its 47th edition
- since its founding in ROC year 69

## President Lai: Building a healthy Taiwan; government commits resources to support physical therapists

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:44:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610130085.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319414-en.html
- anchor: #n3344235
- Companies mentioned: 世界物理治療聯盟、社團法人台灣物理治療學會

總統賴清德接見世界物理治療聯盟與台灣物理治療學會，表示政府積極投入資源支持物理治療師，以應對超高齡社會需求並打造健康台灣。

Facts:
- 75th anniversary
- opens in Taipei on the 10th
- 1151013

## Man shakes uncontrollably while cycling; police find drugs, refer him for prosecution and fine him for drug-impaired driving

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:43:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130083.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319379-en.html
- anchor: #n3344227
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社、新北市警察局新莊分局

Officers from the Xinzhuang Precinct in New Taipei City spotted a man surnamed Wu shaking as he rode a bicycle on patrol. After stopping him, they found heroin and a positive saliva drug test. Police referred him for prosecution on suspicion of drug offenses and fined him for drug-impaired driving.

Facts:
- gross weight of 0.39 grams
- a fine of NT$2,400 to NT$12,000

## Finance Ministry: Agreement reached with 金管會 on TISA tax incentives to encourage saving a first nest egg

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130084.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319425-en.html
- anchor: #n3344236
- Companies mentioned: 財政部、金管會、集保結算所

財政部 and 金管會 have reached a preliminary agreement on tax incentives for TISA, hoping to encourage the public to save their first nest egg. The tax-exempt amount and implementation date remain under discussion.

Facts:
- NT$1,000
- NT$24,000
- NT$10.11 billion
- NT$21.06 billion

## U.S. plan to livestream execution by firing squad sparks international outcry; House speaker fears it could become a recruiting tool for terrorists

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:42:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130082.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319380-en.html
- anchor: #n3344228
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、哥倫比亞廣播公司新聞網、CBS News、法新社、路透社

The U.S. military’s plan to livestream the execution of Hassan by firing squad has sparked international outrage. House Speaker Johnson fears the footage could become a recruiting tool for terrorists, while Archbishop Broglio urged Catholics not to participate in the firing squad. Australian officials and the United Nations human rights chief also condemned the plan.

Facts:
- 13 people killed
- 32 people injured
- Since 1945
- Hasan is scheduled to be executed at Fort Hood on Dec. 3

## Yam peels and mesona leaf powder fetch high prices; Taoyuan agricultural research station develops new processing technologies

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:41:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610130081.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319381-en.html
- anchor: #n3344229
- Companies mentioned: 農業部、桃園區農業改良場、農業試驗所嘉義分所、中央社

農業部桃園區農業改良場 has made breakthroughs in processing yam and mesona, developing yam peel into a health-functional product and a mesona leaf powder technology to boost value and save energy.

Facts:
- The world's 4th-largest root and tuber crop
- More than 5 times the level in yam flesh

## Suspected sales of hacked Japanese B-CAS cards caused more than NT$600 million in infringement; police arrest 4 for prosecution

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:41:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130080.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319382-en.html
- anchor: #n3344230
- Companies mentioned: B-CAS公司、一般社團法人內容產品海外流通促進機構、中華民國衛星廣播電視事業商業同業公會

Police found that a man surnamed Lin and 4 others had set up a satellite equipment company and allegedly imported and sold hacked Japanese B-CAS cards to illegally access pay-TV channels. The estimated market value of the infringement exceeded NT$600 million, and the case was referred for prosecution.

Facts:
- Estimated infringement value exceeds NT$600 million
- A man surnamed Lin and 4 others
- 29 hacked B-CAS satellite cards
- Hacked cards sold for more than 3 years
- Stole satellite signals from 6 domestic and foreign TV companies

## Charged with breach of trust and fraudulently obtaining property, Changhua township representatives council chair denies wrongdoing and seeks vindication

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:39:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130079.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319355-en.html
- anchor: #n3344213
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

The chair of a Changhua County township representatives council was accused of using an official vehicle to give a friend rides and fraudulently claiming transportation expenses. Changhua prosecutors charged the defendant with breach of trust and fraudulently obtaining property; the defendant denied wrongdoing and sought vindication.

Facts:
- More than NT$20,000
- NT$2000

## Father of Miaoli township representative candidate detained and barred from visits over alleged cash vote-buying

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:37:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130078.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319356-en.html
- anchor: #n3344214
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央訊息、苗栗地檢署、苗栗縣警察局刑警大隊、竹南分局

苗栗地檢署 investigated allegations that the father of a township representative candidate surnamed Kang bought votes with cash payments of 1000 to 3000 yuan. Citing substantial evidence of criminal involvement and a risk of flight or collusion, prosecutors sought detention and a ban on visits, which was approved. Another 4 people were ordered to remain at their residences.

Facts:
- Cash payments ranging from NT$1000 to NT$3000
- Searches conducted at 5 locations and 5 people
- 9 people summoned or notified to appear
- Another 4 defendants

## IMF sees Taiwan's economic growth exceeding 10%; 國發會: Expand AI dividend across industries

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:37:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130077.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319354-en.html
- anchor: #n3344215
- Companies mentioned: 國際貨幣基金、IMF、國發會、中央社

國際貨幣基金（IMF）將台灣今年實質GDP成長率預估由5.2%大幅調升至10.7%，國發會表示政府將推動「AI新十大建設」等政策，促進AI紅利擴散至百工百業。

Facts:
- 10.7%
- 5.2%
- 3.1%

## 台泥 shareholders approve European listing plan; Chang An-ping: Company will retain absolute control

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:37:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130076.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319357-en.html
- anchor: #n3344216
- Companies mentioned: 台泥、Cimpor International Holdings、中橡、嘉泥

台泥 shareholders approved a European listing plan for its subsidiary Cimpor International Holdings, with public ownership expected to be no less than 10%. 台泥 will retain absolute control. Chang An-ping said the listing would have no effect on existing shareholders and noted that the company has about NT$148 billion in cash and time deposits.

Facts:
- No less than 10% of Cimpor International's total share capital
- A combined total of about NT$148 billion
- About 400 shareholders attended

## CPC's Fifth Plenum to convene; 18 secret directives issued to maintain stability

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:30:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610130073.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319287-en.html
- anchor: #n3344210
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、X平台、爆點週刊

中共20屆中央委員會第五次全體會議將於10月26日在北京召開，據X平台「爆點週刊」報導，中共中央下發密令部署18項維穩安保措施，涵蓋情報收集、人員管控及網路輿情引導等。

Facts:
- Starting Oct. 26
- 18 measures to maintain stability and security
- “Dedicated staff on duty” 24 hours a day
- Submit a report on the day's situation before 18:00 each day

## IMF warns global economic resilience is being tested; energy prices and public debt pressures add to risks

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:30:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130075.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319284-en.html
- anchor: #n3344208
- Companies mentioned: 國際貨幣基金、IMF、中央社

IMF's latest World Economic Outlook report says AI investment is supporting global growth, but conflict in the Middle East, rising energy and food prices, and public debt pressures are testing economic resilience. It forecasts global inflation rising to 4.7% in 2026 and growth of 3.1%; without mitigating measures, growth would be just 2.5%.

Facts:
- Global inflation is projected to rise to 4.7% in 2026
- Global economic growth is forecast at 3.1% in 2026
- 3.4% in 2027
- The 2027 forecast was revised upward by 0.2 percentage points
- Global economic growth will be only 2.5% in 2026
- It will fall to 4.1% in 2027
- Revised upward by a cumulative 0.7 percentage points

## Taoyuan shooting over financial dispute injures 1; police take suspect in for further investigation

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:27:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130074.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319286-en.html
- anchor: #n3344209
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、桃園市政府警察局蘆竹分局、桃園地檢署

A shooting occurred in Luzhu District, Taoyuan City, leaving a man with a gunshot wound to the thigh. He is not in life-threatening condition. Police took the person involved in the case in for questioning. The case is related to a debt dispute of about NT$4 million, and investigators are looking further into the circumstances and the source of the firearm.

Facts:
- About NT$4 million

## Renmei Pumping Station in Niaosong, Kaohsiung, to add pumps; completion expected in February 116

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:25:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610130072.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319290-en.html
- anchor: #n3344211
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市水利局

高雄市水利局 is carrying out an emergency project to upgrade flood-control facilities at the Renmei Pumping Station, adding 2 submersible electric pumps at a total cost of about NT$6.65 million. The project is expected to be completed in February next year to boost flood-control capacity in the Renmei area of Niaosong.

Facts:
- NT$6.65 million
- Add 2 units
- 0.3 CMS
- 1.3 CMS
- 1.9 CMS

## China cuts export tax rebate benefits for new energy vehicles; experts say move could ease trade friction

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:25:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610130071.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319292-en.html
- anchor: #n3344212
- Companies mentioned: 乘聯分會、中國汽車流通協會

The Chinese government will cut the value-added tax export rebate rate for new energy vehicles from 13% to 9%, effective next April. Experts say the move could help ease external trade friction, curb low-price competition in overseas markets and steer the industry from price competition toward competition based on product strength. Lower-end models that rely on tax rebates for profits are likely to be hit hardest.

Facts:
- 13%
- 9%
- April 1, 2027
- 4 percentage points
- 1.084 million vehicles
- 16.7%
- 558,000 vehicles
- 163.5%

## 陽明交大 analyzes how listeners distinguish beat from bit, exploring the influence of native languages on foreign-language learning

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:13:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610130061.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318858-en.html
- anchor: #n3344122
- Companies mentioned: 陽明交大、加州大學爾灣分校、台北市萬芳醫院、中央社

陽明交大 found that learning a second language is constrained by the sound categories of one’s native language. Taking beat and bit as examples, Taiwanese learners easily confuse them because their vowels are similar to those in Mandarin Chinese, and rely on sound duration to tell them apart. Their pronunciation tends to move closer to that of their native language.

Facts:
- TAIPEI, 13th
- （編輯：李淑華）1151013

## Thai Air Force to Monitor Military Facilities in Central Laos, Assess Major Powers’ Influence and Intentions

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:10:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130060.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318658-en.html
- anchor: #n3344018
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、鮮新聞英文報、Khaosod English、路透社、中國國防部、民意報、Matichon Daily

Thai Air Force Commander 希沙 said the force will continue monitoring the development of Chinese air force bases in Laos to assess major powers’ influence and intentions, and coordinate with the government and Foreign Ministry in response to changing regional geopolitics.

Facts:
- 2027 to 2028
- Over the past 5 to 10 years
- September 29
- The 13th
- 12th
- The 6th

## Pesticide Fipronil Exceeds Limit in Chinese White Radishes; 24 Metric Tons Intercepted at Border

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:09:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610130059.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318659-en.html
- anchor: #n3344019
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、衛生福利部食品藥物管理署、強農實業有限公司、金樹農產行、中央社

The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration announced the latest border inspection results. A shipment of 24 metric tons of white radishes imported from China was intercepted for exceeding the limit for the pesticide fipronil, while about 15 metric tons of cabbage from Vietnam was intercepted for exceeding the limit for the heavy metal cadmium. All other noncompliant products were returned or destroyed.

Facts:
- 24 metric tons of white radishes imported from China
- Pesticide fipronil residue detected at 0.002ppm
- Quantification limit: 0.001ppm
- 1463 inspection applications received for radishes from China
- Noncompliance rate: 0.3%
- 15.444 metric tons must be returned or destroyed

## Animal welfare groups launch another referendum drive to ban wild boar snares, submit 1.2萬 copies of proposal to Central Election Commission

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:06:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610130058.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318660-en.html
- anchor: #n3344020
- Companies mentioned: 中央選舉委員會、台灣動物共生聯盟、台灣動物保護行政監督聯盟

Animal welfare groups gathered more than 1.2萬 copies of the proposal within 35 days and submitted them to the Central Election Commission to launch a referendum calling for a ban on the use, distribution and manufacture of wild boar snares, as well as amendments to the Animal Protection Act to regulate them at the source.

Facts:
- More than 1.2萬 copies of the proposal
- Within 35 days

## Riyadh Airport Attacked; Saudi Arabia Issues No Alert, Faces Dilemma Between Protecting the Public and Avoiding Social Unrest

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:03:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130057.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318639-en.html
- anchor: #n3344016
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、Middle East Policy Council、青年運動、Houthi

Riyadh International Airport in Saudi Arabia was hit by a deadly attack. Authorities had previously stopped issuing alerts to maintain social stability, prompting questions about its defensive capabilities and public safety; the civil defense department subsequently reissued threat alerts.

Facts:
- At least 18 people were killed
- More than 300 people injured
- Hit by 4 attacks
- The first alerts since September 29
- 今年5月開始透過全國預警系統
- Since the U.S.-Iran war broke out in February this year
- The relevant regulations announced in March this year

## Defense Ministry proposes dedicated pilot system; Koo Li-hsiung confident it will reduce mid-career departures

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:03:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610130056.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318640-en.html
- anchor: #n3344017

The Defense Ministry has proposed a dedicated pilot system that would allow senior lieutenant colonel- and colonel-level pilots to extend their service to age 58 to retain talent. Defense Minister Koo Li-hsiung said he was confident the measure would help reduce mid-career departures.

Facts:
- Serve until age 58
- Submitted to the Executive Yuan for review on Sept. 4
- At least 14 years of service
- Lieutenant colonels: 26-year service limit
- Colonels: 30-year limit
- Age 48 is the maximum service limit

## China sanctions officials from Taiwan's diplomatic allies; Chiu Chui-cheng calls it a new form of transnational repression against Taiwan

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:59:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610130055.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318590-en.html
- anchor: #n3344012

China announced countermeasures against officials from Paraguay and Belize. Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng strongly condemned the move as a new form of transnational repression against Taiwan and said Taiwan would respond.

Facts:
- Two Foreign Ministry orders
- Issued on the 12th
- 1151013

## China sanctions officials from Taiwan's diplomatic allies Paraguay and Belize; U.S. statement opposes Beijing's coercion

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:58:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130054.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318591-en.html
- anchor: #n3344013
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

The U.S. State Department opposed China's sanctions against officials from Paraguay and Belize over their dealings with Taiwan, calling them coercive. Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said China was extending “transnational repression” to Taiwan's diplomatic allies.

Facts:
- Taiwan currently has 12 formal diplomatic allies
- (Compiled by: Chen Yuting) 1151013

## China sanctions officials from Taiwan's diplomatic allies; Chen Ming-chi calls it another case of transnational repression

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:56:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610130053.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318593-en.html
- anchor: #n3344014

China imposed countermeasures against officials from Paraguay and Belize. Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi criticized the move as a case of transnational repression and stressed that Taiwan's international visibility was increasing, questioning whether China intended to sanction the whole world.

Facts:
- 1151013

## Tech stocks retreat; 台股 falls more than 1,000 points intraday to test the 48,000 mark

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:56:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610130052.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318594-en.html
- anchor: #n3344015
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、費城半導體指數、台股、集中市場、台積電、聯發科、台達電、中信金、華南金、第一金、國泰金、台塑四寶、南亞、台塑化、玉山投信、蘋果

受美國費城半導體指數下跌及日韓股市走弱拖累，台股盤中重跌逾1200點回測48000點關卡；台積電、聯發科等科技股領跌，金融股與台塑四寶表現強勁撐盤。

Facts:
- 335.63 points
- 2.67%
- More than 1,200 points
- 48,000 points
- 1,011.04 points
- 48,290.92 points
- NT$667.1 billion
- NT$50
- 2490 dollars
- NT$165
- NT$4460
- NT$115
- NT$1,785
- More than 1%
- More than 9%
- NT$1.4942 trillion

## 14-year-old in France takes gun to school hidden in guitar case, wounds principal and teacher

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:55:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610130051.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318499-en.html
- anchor: #n3343881
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社

A shooting occurred at Joseph-Racan middle school in Aubagne, southern France. A 14-year-old male student fired a hunting rifle hidden in a guitar case, wounding the 53-year-old principal and a 37-year-old teacher. School staff subsequently subdued the suspect, who was taken into custody.

Facts:
- 14 years old
- The 53-year-old principal
- The 37-year-old teacher
- Fired at least 4 shots

## Neihu murder-suicide: Woman stabbed 19 times and killed; man sentenced to life in prison in second trial

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:52:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610130050.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318498-en.html
- anchor: #n3343882
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、士林地方法院、台灣高等法院、士林地檢署

In the Neihu murder-suicide, a man surnamed Su, who was staying at Shih Hsin University, stabbed a woman surnamed Tsai 19 times with a knife after becoming angry when she asked to break up, killing her before taking his own life. The Shilin District Court sentenced him to life in prison in the first trial. 台灣高等法院 dismissed the appeal in the second trial, making the sentence final.

Facts:
- One stab wound penetrated 9 centimeters
- The man surnamed Su at nearly 10 a.m. on the morning of Nov. 25, in year 113

## 華爾街日報: China's vicious debt cycle weighs on economic growth and affects the world

- Published: 2026-10-13T10:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610130026.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318668-en.html
- anchor: #n3344021
- Companies mentioned: 華爾街日報、中央社、國際清算銀行、BIS、榮鼎集團、Rhodium Group、國際貨幣基金、IMF、麥肯錫、McKinsey、世界銀行、墨卡托中國研究中心、MERICS、中國央行

華爾街日報 reported that credit to China's nonfinancial sector has surpassed 300% of GDP, with rapidly mounting debt weighing on domestic economic growth and affecting global trade. Although the Chinese government has stressed that central government debt is under control, high debt levels among local government financing vehicles and companies have led to wasted resources and export dumping, with the annual trade surplus topping $1 trillion. Experts say that unless China changes its growth model, which relies on investment and exports, its financial system will gradually deteriorate.

Facts:
- Already exceeded 300% of gross domestic product (GDP) last year
- 60 percentage points higher than at the end of 2019
- China's credit has grown by more than $43 trillion since Xi Jinping took power in late 2012
- Pushing China's annual trade surplus with the rest of the world above $1 trillion
- Central government borrowing accounts for only about 30% of GDP
- A broader measure of China's total government debt climbed to 127% of GDP last year
- Higher than 98% in 2020
- Last year, Chinese corporate debt as a share of GDP was twice the global average
- Last year, the median borrowing rate for publicly listed Chinese manufacturing companies was about 2.4%
- Household consumption accounted for about 40% of China's GDP in 2024
- In the United States, it was close to 70%
- China's GDP grew 4.3% year over year in Q2 this year

## International buzz: Is China eyeing a new target for an attack on Taiwan? Not Penghu, but this island of 19,000 people is expected to become a new powder keg between the U.S. and China!

- Published: 2026-10-13T14:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171700
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320355-en.html
- anchor: #n3344939
- Companies mentioned: 海光基金會、SeaLight Foundation、風傳媒、華爾街日報、beurer

Chinese scholars argued at a seminar in Guangzhou in June that the Batanes Islands are a geographic extension of Taiwan and therefore belong to China. 海光基金會 director Ray Powell said the move shows that China cares about the law, and the islands could become a new U.S.-China flashpoint.

Facts:
- A group of Chinese scholars argued at a seminar held in Guangzhou in June that the Batanes Islands are a geographic extension of Taiwan and therefore belong to China.
- The Batanes Islands lie along a waterway directly south of Taiwan. China would likely need to control the waterway to launch an attack on Taiwan.
- Ray Powell, director of 海光基金會(SeaLight Foundation), said China cares about the law.

## Didn't buy an Apple or Samsung tablet? Insiders recommend 1 brand with better value for money: “Great picture quality, lots of features, long battery life and very durable”—well worth the price

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:59:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171308
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320354-en.html
- anchor: #n3344940
- Companies mentioned: 好市多、TCL、Apple、Samsung、小米

好市多 has restocked the TCL TAB A1 Plus tablet. Users have shared positive reviews of its large screen, long battery life and great value for money, calling it a quality choice for older adults to watch shows and for the whole family to share.

Facts:
- The TCL TAB A1 Plus features a large 14.3-inch matte screen and eye-care functions designed to be easy on older adults' eyes.
- The TCL TAB A1 Plus is priced at just over NT$10,000, only half the price of an iPad.
- The built-in jnote note-taking software has a simple, easy-to-use interface and good battery life.
- The 小米 tablet performs well on video calls, losing only about 15% of its battery during a video call lasting more than an hour.

## Returns beat 0050 and actively managed ETFs! Ruan Mu-hua reveals the key to “this fund's” high yield: it goes ex-dividend after 台積電's earnings call

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:49:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171889
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320356-en.html
- anchor: #n3344941
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、群益半導體、聯電、環球晶、日月光、0050、風傳媒

Financial expert Ruan Mu-hua wrote on Facebook on October 13 that 群益半導體 ETF (00927) pays a distribution of NT$2, with an annualized distribution yield of about 20%. Its return since the start of 2026 has exceeded 107.6%, the highest among high-dividend ETFs. The fourth-quarter performance of 00927 will depend on the outlook from 台積電 and 聯發科 at their earnings calls.

Facts:
- 00927's distribution this time is NT$2, with an annualized distribution yield of about 20%.
- 00927 has returned more than 107.6% since the start of 2026, ranking first among high-dividend ETFs.
- 台積電's third-quarter revenue reached NT$1.494 trillion, a record for the same period.
- 00927持股中台積電與聯發科各逾14%，合計占比近3成
- 00927's net asset value fell about 24% from its June 22 peak through July 30.
- 聯發科's first AI accelerator ASIC is scheduled to enter production in the fourth quarter of this year.

## U.S. military plans livestreamed execution by firing squad for Fort Hood shooter! Speaker Johnson fears it could become a terrorist recruitment tool, while an archbishop urges Catholics not to serve on the firing squad

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:48:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171888
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320358-en.html
- anchor: #n3344942

The U.S. military is considering livestreaming the execution by firing squad of Fort Hood shooter Hasan, drawing strong opposition from House Speaker Mike Johnson, Archbishop Timothy Broglio and the international community, who fear it could become a terrorist recruitment tool or violate human rights standards.

Facts:
- House Speaker Mike Johnson said he was concerned the livestreamed video could become a recruitment tool for future terrorists.
- Archbishop Timothy Broglio urged Catholics serving in the U.S. military not to take part in the Pentagon's execution by firing squad.
- Hasan is scheduled to be executed at Fort Hood on Dec. 3, marking the first time since 1945 that the U.S. military has carried out an execution by firing squad.
- The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights condemned livestreamed executions as public executions that violate the absolute prohibition on torture.
- Australian Environment Minister Watt condemned the U.S. military's plan to livestream the execution as “disgusting.”

## China sanctions ministers from 2 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies; Foreign Ministry calls it absurd: Is it going to sanction the whole world?

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:40:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171886
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320360-en.html
- anchor: #n3344943

China's Foreign Ministry announced on the 12th sanctions against 2 ministers from Belize and Paraguay, accusing them of supporting Taiwan independence. Taiwan's Foreign Ministry and premier strongly condemned the move as an act of hegemony and reiterated their resolve to safeguard freedom, democracy and regional peace.

Facts:
- China's Foreign Ministry announced on the morning of the 12th that it was taking countermeasures against Belizean Minister Fonseca and Paraguayan Minister Villate.
- China's Foreign Ministry said the 2 ministers had willingly become pawns of the Taiwan authorities in their efforts to rely on foreign support to pursue independence, seriously interfering in China's internal affairs.
- Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said Taiwan would help its diplomatic allies respond and provide necessary assistance.
- Paraguay's Foreign Ministry stressed that China's sanctions would not affect its diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Beijing would take all necessary disciplinary measures against people who stubbornly support pro-independence separatist forces in Taiwan.
- Premier Cho Jung-tai said China had repeatedly wielded its hegemony abroad, and its mindset and actions had drawn widespread resentment around the world.

## Is a new ABF upcycle coming? Substrate leader returns to the NT$1,000 mark; experts watch 3 signals: big investors are still buying

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:34:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171883
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320357-en.html
- anchor: #n3344944
- Companies mentioned: 欣興、高盛

欣興 shares surged 20.8% to return to the NT$1,000 mark, driven by foreign investor buying and expectations of an ABF shortage. Investor A-Hsun stressed that this upcycle is underpinned by a sharp rise in actual revenue and a shift in the AI product mix. 高盛 forecasts that the shortage will continue through 2028.

Facts:
- 欣興 (3037) shares surged 20.8% on foreign investor buying and expectations of an ABF shortage, returning to the NT$1,000 mark.
- 欣興 posted revenue of NT$17.746 billion in August, up 56.26% year over year and setting a record high for several consecutive months.
- 高盛 estimates in a report that the ABF supply-demand gap will reach a severe imbalance of 51% in 2028.
- Delivery schedules for some ABF equipment manufacturers are already booked through 2031.
- Over the past 7 weeks, the shareholding of major investors holding at least 400 lots of 欣興 rose by 3.34%, while holdings by investors with at least 1,000 lots increased by 2.68%.

## Lifestyle buzz》Taking a driverless taxi to the airport: Is it practical? 華爾街日報 puts it to the test: pleasant, but too slow

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171688
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320359-en.html
- anchor: #n3344945
- Companies mentioned: 華爾街日報、Waymo、Uber、Lyft、風傳媒

A 華爾街日報 reporter tested Waymo's driverless taxi and found it cheaper than Uber and Lyft and a pleasant experience, but the indirect route and speed limits made the trip take twice as long as usual.

Facts:
- A 華爾街日報 reporter recently tried Waymo's driverless airport pickup service three times.
- Taking Waymo to and from the airport costs less than Uber and Lyft.
- Both rides home in a Waymo took 48 minutes, twice the usual travel time.
- Waymo takes indirect routes and drives below the speed limit.

## NT$6,000 gone! Latest technology-based traffic enforcement goes into effect next January: violations in 1 county or city will bring an instant ticket; car and scooter drivers, beware

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:25:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171882
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320361-en.html
- anchor: #n3344946

Hsinchu City Police Department announced the addition or adjustment of technology-based enforcement equipment at 7 locations, targeting red-light running and failure to yield to pedestrians. The public education period runs through Jan. 11, 2027, with tickets to be issued starting on the 12th to improve traffic safety.

Facts:
- Hsinchu City Police Department announced the installation or adjustment of technology-based enforcement equipment at a total of 7 locations, with ticketing to begin on Jan. 12, 2027.
- The technology-based enforcement equipment will strictly target 2 high-risk violations: running red lights and failing to stop and yield to pedestrians as required.
- The 2 new fixed enforcement locations are the intersections of Zhongshan Road, Beida Road and Siwei Road, and Xida Road, Shिपin Road and Baoshan Road.
- Drivers who run a red light at an intersection controlled by traffic signals face a fine of between NT$1800 and NT$5400.
- Drivers of cars and motorcycles who approach a pedestrian crossing and fail to stop and let pedestrians pass first may be fined NT$1200 to NT$6000.
- Because violations have declined, the equipment at the intersection of Section 2, Zhonghua Road and Linsen Road has been moved to the intersection of Nanda Road and Gongzhu Road.
- Hsinchu City Police Department Director Chen Yuan-hui stressed that the core goal of technology-based enforcement is to reduce traffic accidents and ensure the safety of residents on the roads.

## Where is Taiwan's best beef noodle soup? The 2026 Beef Noodle Festival announces its winner, with foodies raving: the broth is light and not greasy, and the beef tendon melts in your mouth

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:25:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171874
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320363-en.html
- anchor: #n3344947
- Companies mentioned: 阿牛牛肉麵、叁食初、Home Garden餐廳-昇恆昌旗艦店、沃牛麵坊、Sandalwood、究香一碗、員山珍品排骨・肉羹・牛肉麵、御饌臻品安和店、全國麗園大飯店、南港燴館中餐廳、「犒」、肚康・食研所、淳心製麵、宵夜牛肉麵大王、武家-食中如一、黃先生麵舖、竣師父牛肉麵、基隆詹欽牛肉麵、藍海饌、蔣府宴、皇家傳承、福容飯店福隆職人海鹽清燉牛肉麵、珍苑、統一、朕爽、小磨坊、大成、燴館紅燒牛肉麵、肚康紅燒牛肉麵、Mrs.Shrimp 蝦太太、廣和坐月子生技、六里屯麵食專家、臺北市商業處

The 2026 Taipei International Beef Noodle Festival was held at Taipei Expo Park in Yuanshan from Oct. 9 to 11, drawing 115 culinary teams and offering total prize money of NT$200,000. The braised gold awards in the fresh-prepared category went to 阿牛牛肉麵 and 叁食初, while the clear-broth gold awards went to 南港燴館中餐廳 and 「犒」. The packaged-meal category also selected 10 top picks each for braised and clear-broth noodles, serving as a food guide for the public.

Facts:
- The 2026 Taipei International Beef Noodle Festival was held at Taipei Expo Park in Yuanshan from Oct. 9 to 11, drawing 115 culinary teams and offering total prize money of NT$200,000.
- The braised gold awards in the fresh-prepared category went to 阿牛牛肉麵 and 叁食初, each taking home NT$50,000 in prize money.
- The clear-broth gold awards went to 南港燴館中餐廳 and 「犒」.
- 臺北市商業處 is offering a limited 3,500 beef noodle vouchers for NT$168 each, redeemable for NT$200, and valid through Nov. 13.

## EU launches its largest-ever sanctions against Russia, defying Trump's “Russian oil deal”

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:19:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171880
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320364-en.html
- anchor: #n3344948

The EU approved 1,569 new sanctions targeting Russia's military-industrial complex on Oct. 12. Despite U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin reaching a diesel supply deal, the EU is pressing ahead with increased economic pressure on Russia in support of Ukraine.

Facts:
- On Oct. 12, the EU approved its largest sanctions list since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
- The new sanctions target 1,569 individuals and entities linked to Russia's military-industrial complex.
- The sanctions cover 826 Russian companies and 743 people serving as executives of those companies.
- More than half of the sanctions targets are in the ballistic missile supply chain used to attack Ukraine.
- The U.S. had asked the EU to release 120 million barrels of diesel within 6 months.
- Under the agreement between Trump and Putin, Russia is to immediately supply more than 300,000 metric tons of diesel.
- Washington has eased some sanctions restrictions to facilitate Russian diesel transactions through April 2027.

## Former 台泥綠能 employee suspected of breach of trust! Company seeks more than NT$72 million in damages and strengthens internal controls for procurement and tendering

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:15:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171879
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320365-en.html
- anchor: #n3344949
- Companies mentioned: 台泥綠能

台泥綠能 announced it will seek more than NT$72 million in civil damages over a case involving a former employee suspected of breach of trust. It has also launched organizational restructuring and measures to strengthen procurement controls to protect the company's interests and prevent a recurrence.

Facts:
- 台泥綠能 will file a civil claim for more than NT$72 million against 3 former employees and an unscrupulous vendor suspected of breach of trust.
- 台泥綠能's preliminary claim includes NT$29.9 million and about US$1.34 million.
- 台泥綠能 proactively filed a criminal complaint with prosecutors and investigators in November 2025.
- 台泥綠能 has undertaken organizational restructuring, adjusting its structure and the division of responsibilities.
- 台泥綠能 reviewed and revised its procurement and tender review systems, clearly separating responsibility for setting bidding rules from responsibility for reviewing actual bids.
- On the 12th, the Tainan District Prosecutors Office concluded its investigation and indicted 3 former 台泥綠能 employees and an unscrupulous vendor on suspicion of breach of trust and other offenses.
- 台泥綠能 is strengthening internal controls and oversight mechanisms to prevent similar incidents from happening again.

## “A wedding downstairs, a baby's 100-day celebration upstairs!” Man attends 2 banquets on the same day; bride discovers the truth and breaks down

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:12:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171878
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320366-en.html
- anchor: #n3344950
- Companies mentioned: 飯店

Wu Linfeng, a man from Liupanshui, Guizhou, held a wedding and a 100-day celebration for his child on different floors on the same day, sparking ethical controversy and police involvement. Officials determined that the case did not constitute bigamy, but are handling related financial disputes.

Facts:
- On Oct. 9, Wu Linfeng held a wedding with Kong Sihan and a 100-day celebration for his child with Lin Si at different floors of the same 飯店 in Liupanshui, Guizhou Province.
- The poster for the 100-day celebration read “together for 1314 days,” prompting discussion about the nature of their relationship.
- The 飯店 confirmed that relatives from different families had booked the 2 events separately. The families argued that day and called the police.
- Officials in Zhongshan District, Liupanshui, said Wu Linfeng and Kong Sihan had legally registered their marriage, while he and Lin Si had not.
- Officials said that holding a hundred-day banquet solely for a child born out of wedlock cannot directly be deemed bigamy.
- Several local government departments have intervened to mediate the financial dispute between Wu Linfeng and the parties involved.

## Is the Kuomintang’s 2028 candidate not Lu Hsiu-yen? Huang Wei-han offers 2 reasons why “this person has the best chance”: Only he can stand on equal footing with Lai Ching-te

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:09:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171876
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320367-en.html
- anchor: #n3344951
- Companies mentioned: 震傳媒、山水民意研究股份有限公司、風傳媒

Media commentator Huang Wei-han analyzed the Kuomintang’s candidates for the 2028 presidential election, saying Han Kuo-yu has the best chance because of his strategic advantage in presiding over the National Day rally and his pro-U.S. stance. A 震傳媒 poll showed Chiang Wan-an leading with 20.4% support, followed by Han Kuo-yu at 18.9%, Lu Hsiu-yen at 16.6% and Cheng Li-wun at 4.3%.

Facts:
- Huang Wei-han said Han Kuo-yu has the best chance of becoming the Kuomintang’s 2028 presidential candidate.
- A 震傳媒 poll conducted in August 2026 showed Chiang Wan-an with 20.4% support.
- At the National Day rally, Han Kuo-yu criticized Lai Ching-te and Cho Jung-tai, saying Taiwan’s democracy must never be seen as “fake democracy, real dictatorship.”
- Huang Wei-han said that among major politicians in the blue camp, Han Kuo-yu is the most pro-U.S. and the most willing to talk about Taiwan’s distinct character.
- The survey covered people aged 20 and older registered nationwide, and successfully interviewed 1,070 people.

## Where can you go abroad with a budget of just NT$20,000? In-the-know travelers recommend 6 affordable countries with great value for money and beautiful scenery: a 5-day, 4-night trip for under NT$15,000

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:05:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171865
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320368-en.html
- anchor: #n3344952

Travel expert Lily said budget-conscious travelers with NT$20,000 can use low-cost airlines and carefully selected accommodations to take 4- to 5-day short trips to 6 countries in Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asia. Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam is the cheapest option, costing just NT$12,400.

Facts:
- Travel expert Lily said a budget of up to NT$20,000 can cover a 4- to 5-day quick trip to 6 countries, including Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines and Malaysia.
- Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam is the cheapest destination on the list, with estimated costs starting at about NT$12,400.
- The estimated total cost for Okinawa, Japan, starts at about NT$14,000.
- The estimated total cost for Seoul, South Korea, is under NT$17,000, starting at about NT$16,600.
- With visa-free entry, Bangkok, Thailand, is estimated to cost about NT$13,200 or more.
- The estimated total cost for Cebu in the Philippines starts at about NT$15,000.
- The estimated total cost for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, starts at about NT$14,200.

## NT$930,000 Hermès bag doused in red wine! 富錦樹 releases recording to refute claim: No one entered the private dining room

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:04:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171873
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320369-en.html
- anchor: #n3344953
- Companies mentioned: 富錦樹、苗懂、USHIGORO S.

苗懂 CEO Annie Miao alleged that her Hermès bag was stained with red wine while dining at a restaurant under 富錦樹. 富錦樹 responded by releasing audio and surveillance footage, saying no one witnessed the staining and no staff entered the private dining room while she was away from the table. The parties dispute responsibility and the amount of compensation.

Facts:
- 苗懂 CEO Annie Miao alleged that her designer bag was stained with red wine while dining at a restaurant under 富錦樹.
- The damaged Hermès bag was a light-colored, matte crocodile-leather Kelly To Go, valued at NT$930,000.
- 富錦樹 released a recorded phone call and surveillance footage, saying no staff entered the private dining room at the time of the incident.
- 富錦樹 said the parties had discussed a NT$930,000 compensation proposal, contradicting Annie Miao’s public account.
- The parties have entered the legal process, and 富錦樹 has hired a lawyer.

## Explainer: Do overtime pay and perfect-attendance bonuses count? A complete guide to labor insurance insured salary: What are employment insurance, occupational accident insurance and labor pensions?

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:02:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171872
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4320370-en.html
- anchor: #n3344954
- Companies mentioned: 勞動部勞工保險局、風傳媒

The 勞動部勞工保險局 reminded employers to accurately report insured salaries for labor insurance, employment insurance and occupational accident insurance, as well as monthly labor pension contribution wages, based on workers’ total monthly salaries. This includes items considered wages, such as overtime pay and bonuses. If pay varies or is irregular, employers should calculate the amount using the average of the most recent 3 months and may adjust the salary bracket at any time. Violations may result in penalties and liability for compensation.

Facts:
- The total monthly salary used to determine labor insurance coverage should include base pay, overtime pay, position allowances, perfect-attendance bonuses, wages for unused annual leave and performance bonuses, as well as other payments considered wages.
- If a worker’s monthly income varies because of overtime pay, allowances or other items, the insured salary should be calculated using the average total monthly salary over the most recent 3 months.
- Adjustments to labor insurance insured salaries are not limited to February or August each year; employers may apply for changes at any time.
- Employers who fail to accurately report insured salaries or monthly labor pension contribution wages as required will face penalties and be liable for compensation if the violation is confirmed.
- Under the new labor pension system, employers generally must contribute at least 6% of a worker’s wages to the retirement fund each month.

## If the water supply at home is really cut off for several days, how much water should one person set aside per day? The official recommendation is more than many people think

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170977
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319464-en.html
- anchor: #n3344300

Based on the Taiwan Public Safety Guide, this article explains home emergency supply standards, recommending at least 3 liters of drinking and cooking water per person per day and 7 days’ worth of supplies for each household. It calculates that a family of 4 needs 84 liters for 7 days, or about 56 bottles of 1.5-liter water. The article clarifies that this amount does not include water for daily needs such as bathing and laundry, and also offers advice on storing water and drinking it safely after service is restored.

Facts:
- The current Taiwan Public Safety Guide recommends that households prepare at least 7 days’ worth of supplies, including at least 3 liters of drinking water per person per day.
- The recommendation of 3 liters of drinking water per person per day accounts for drinking and cooking needs; it does not mean only water consumed as a beverage.
- The 7 days’ worth of supplies kept at home and the 1-to-3 days’ worth in an emergency go-bag differ because they are intended for different situations.
- The Ministry of Environment recommends storing water in clean, sealed containers with lids, and using it within 3 days.

## Business buzz: 沃爾瑪 is locked in a battle with “robots”! Replacing workers who walk 20,000 steps a day turns out to be a surprisingly difficult task…

- Published: 2026-10-13T13:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171686
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319462-en.html
- anchor: #n3344299
- Companies mentioned: 沃爾瑪、Walmart、風傳媒、華爾街日報、beurer 德國博依

沃爾瑪 (Walmart) is trying to use robots to take over heavy warehouse work, including moving and shelving goods, but is facing technical hurdles.

Facts:
- 沃爾瑪 relies on 140,000 warehouse workers to handle goods.
- 沃爾瑪 warehouse workers can walk as many as 20,000 steps a day.
- 沃爾瑪 is testing robots to handle the movement and shelving of goods in its warehouses.
- Robots have difficulty handling turkeys.
- As a result, 沃爾瑪’s automation effort has entered its most complex phase.

## Ignite dreams with passion! 南山人壽 dance competition sparks excitement among young people and creates a career-launching platform

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:59:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171871
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319465-en.html
- anchor: #n3344301
- Companies mentioned: 南山人壽

南山人壽 held the second 南山 dance competition at the Shalun Creative Park, attracting 367 dancers and aiming to create a platform for young people to prepare for their careers. It also held a range of activities, including summer camps, scholarships and creative proposal contests, to deepen its campus engagement and nurture talent.

Facts:
- The second “2026 NS Dance 南山 Dance Competition” concluded in grand fashion at 南山人壽’s Shalun Creative Park.
- The competition drew 367 dancers in 58 teams made up of students from 33 universities and colleges across Taiwan and young people from the wider community.
- After an online video preliminary round, 20 outstanding teams advanced to the semifinals and finals.
- The competition offered total prize money of nearly NT$300,000.
- This summer, 14 “南山 Elite Leadership Summer Camps” were held, with career coaches and experts invited to teach.
- The “南山 Elite Leadership Dream Fund” offers scholarships that outstanding students from 184 partner departments and participating campus activities may apply for.
- The 5 “Creative Proposal Competitions” taking place from September to November focus on insurance education, career development and sustainable business.

## 台泥 is “adding another leg”! Shareholders approve European listing plan at special meeting as Chang An-ping laments domestic system limits technology’s potential

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:57:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171870
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319466-en.html
- anchor: #n3344302
- Companies mentioned: 台泥、Cimpor International Holdings、Cimpor International

台泥 shareholders approved a plan for its subsidiary Cimpor International to list in Europe, aiming to expand its sources of European funding and strengthen the application of low-carbon technologies while retaining control of the parent company.

Facts:
- 台泥 held a special shareholders’ meeting on the 13th, where a resolution to apply for an initial public offering and listing of subsidiary Cimpor International Holdings on an overseas securities market passed with 94.74% support.
- 台泥 Chairman Chang An-ping said the listing would give 台泥 “another leg” and would not affect existing shareholders. 台泥 will retain absolute control of Cimpor International and continue to consolidate its accounts.
- According to 台泥’s half-year report this year, its cash and time deposits totaled about NT$148 billion.
- Chang An-ping said the company’s Asian operations are currently unprofitable, but revenue from Europe will allow it to remain profitable through the end of the year.
- 台泥 will continue to improve its factories, develop low-carbon materials, boost energy efficiency and invest in renewable energy, energy storage and resource recycling.

## Taiwan’s best shopping destination isn’t 全聯 or 寶雅! Foreign visitors recommend 1 must-visit spot that’s “open 24 hours, cheap and full of bargains”: a shopper’s paradise with everything you need

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:56:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11049503
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319463-en.html
- anchor: #n3344303
- Companies mentioned: 小北百貨、唐吉訶德、光華商場、光南、9×9文具行、寶雅、全聯、CVS

This report looks at how Taiwan’s 小北百貨, with its wide range of products and low prices, has been dubbed the “Taiwanese version of 唐吉訶德” by foreign visitors. Drawing on experiences shared online, it notes the store’s 24-hour service and yellow signs, and contrasts its prices with the high cost of hardware and household goods in Europe and the United States to explain why it has become a must-visit destination for foreign tourists in Taiwan.

Facts:
- 小北百貨 and 唐吉訶德 have several things in common: they sell just about everything, are open 24 hours, have yellow signs, and often feature unusual decorations on their shelves.
- A Japanese boss visiting Taiwan specifically asked to shop at 小北百貨, marveling that it had practically everything.
- Taiwan’s hardware and household goods attract foreign shoppers because prices abroad are considerably higher.

## What is the “abandon Taiwan” theory? Will the United States abandon Taiwan? A look at arguments on both sides and years of controversy

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171788
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319467-en.html
- anchor: #n3344304
- Companies mentioned: 風傳媒、布魯金斯學會、蘭德公司

This article examines the definition, history and controversy surrounding the “abandon Taiwan” theory, covering the views of scholars such as John Mearsheimer and Kavanagh, and exploring the implications for the U.S. economy and its alliances.

Facts:
- The “abandon Taiwan” theory can be traced to 1950, when Secretary of State Acheson left Taiwan outside the U.S. Western Pacific defense perimeter.
- A May 2026 report by the National Security Bureau said Beijing was spreading theories that the United States doubts Taiwan and will abandon it.
- Citing estimates, Hudson Institute senior fellow Sobolik said losing access to TSMC’s contract manufacturing could shrink U.S. GDP by as much as 11%.
- In a 2022 interview with 風傳媒, Mearsheimer said the headline distorted his argument and that he had consistently advocated for the United States to defend Taiwan.
- In a presentation at a workshop co-hosted by 布魯金斯學會 and 蘭德公司, Kavanagh recommended privately telling Taipei that the United States would transfer responsibility for defending the Taiwan Strait to Taiwan before 2030.

## Japanese poll: China is the biggest threat; 76% of Japanese worry about a “Taiwan contingency,” but only 9.9% support the Self-Defense Forces joining a conflict

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:46:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171850
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319468-en.html
- anchor: #n3344305
- Companies mentioned: 新聞通信調查會

新聞通信調查會 released a poll on October 10 showing that 76.7% of Japanese worry China could use force against Taiwan, while only 9.9% support the Self-Defense Forces joining a conflict. Public opinion favors avoiding direct military involvement, even as politicians promote Taiwan-Japan defense cooperation and military exercises in the southwestern islands.

Facts:
- 新聞通信調查會 released the results of its 19th nationwide public opinion poll on October 10.
- A total of 76.7% of respondents felt a sense of crisis over the possibility that China might use force around Taiwan.
- Only 9.9% of respondents supported the Self-Defense Forces fighting alongside the U.S. military against Chinese forces.
- A total of 30.2% of respondents said Japan should not become involved militarily at all, including by allowing U.S. forces stationed in Japan to use their bases.
- Support for the Self-Defense Forces fighting alongside the U.S. military fell to 9.9% this year, from 13.3% in 2023.
- Japan and the United States will hold the “Keen Sword 27” joint exercise from October 19 to 29.
- Keiji Furuya, a Liberal Democratic Party member of the House of Representatives, said a parliamentary group supportive of Taiwan had established a Taiwan-Japan defense cooperation task force.

## 批監管比牛奶、洗衣機還鬆 微軟總裁籲建立「緊急煞車」機制 AI技術失控風險真的劇增嗎

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171864
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319469-en.html
- anchor: #n3344306
- Companies mentioned: 微軟、OpenAI、Anthropic

微軟總裁布萊德·史密斯於BBC專訪中警告，全球AI法規監管比牛奶、洗衣機還寬鬆，呼籲建立事故通報與「緊急煞車」機制，獲OpenAI、Anthropic等龍頭企業公開響應。

Facts:
- 微軟總裁布萊德·史密斯在BBC專訪中指出，全球針對AI的法規監管力度嚴重不足，AI安全規範比市售牛奶或洗衣機還要寬鬆。
- Smith called for a mechanism to notify victims when systems are breached by malicious AI agents, as well as an “emergency brake” switch that would allow developers to shut down systems.
- Altman and Amodei recommended allowing independent third-party evaluators access similar to that of internal employees, so they can monitor models in real time and publish their findings to the public.
- The United Kingdom established the AI Safety Institute under former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, using voluntary agreements to secure access for testing before advanced models are deployed.
- Kanishka Narayan, the UK parliamentary under-secretary of state for AI, said the country had not ruled out mandatory legislation to regulate advanced AI models if voluntary reviews proved ineffective.

## How can you win NT$10 million from a receipt just by shopping in Taiwan? The government isn’t simply giving away money—the real purpose is to prevent one thing

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170912
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319473-en.html
- anchor: #n3344310

Taiwan’s government introduced its uniform-invoice prize system in 1951 to encourage people to request receipts through the chance to win prizes, enabling transaction checks and helping prevent tax evasion. The prizes are funded by a share of business tax revenue. The current NT$10 million special prize was introduced in 2011, and the system has produced many winners. It has also adopted cloud invoices as technology has advanced.

Facts:
- Taiwan’s uniform-invoice prize system officially began on January 1, 1951.
- The uniform-invoice prizes are funded by allocating 3% of total annual business tax revenue.
- The NT$10 million special prize for uniform invoices was introduced for the January-February 2011 period.
- 截至2026年5至6月期，累計共有1302張符合兌領資格的千萬元特別獎中獎發票。
- When uniform invoices were first introduced in 1951, winners were matched against the special prize numbers in patriotic lottery tickets, and the top prize was NT$50,000.

## Business buzz: Chinese cars flood UK streets! 1 in every 6 new cars is made in China; they cost only half as much and perform better!

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171682
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319472-en.html
- anchor: #n3344309
- Companies mentioned: 中國奇瑞汽車、Jaecoo、Schmidt Automotive Research

The Jaecoo SUV brand under Chinese automaker Chery has quickly become a bestseller in the UK. In the first half of 2026, nearly one-sixth of cars in the UK market were Chinese brands, with imports doubling year over year and raising concerns across the global auto industry.

Facts:
- Jaecoo, a sub-brand of 中國奇瑞汽車, launched the Jaecoo 7 SUV in the UK two years ago and became a bestseller in less than two years.
- Data from Schmidt Automotive Research show that nearly one-sixth of cars sold in the UK in the first half of 2026 were Chinese brands.
- So far this year, the number of cars imported into the UK from China has nearly doubled compared with the same period in 2025.
- The expansion of Chinese cars in the UK market has raised concerns among global automakers.

## Trump plans to buy diesel from Russia; lawmakers from both parties condemn the move as illegal

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171794
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319471-en.html
- anchor: #n3344308

Trump plans to import large quantities of diesel from Russia to lower prices in the United States and suspend related sanctions until 2027. The move has drawn strong opposition from lawmakers in both parties, who accuse him of violating laws banning Russian energy imports. Ukraine and Western allies have also criticized the plan.

Facts:
- A bipartisan group of 7 U.S. senators issued a joint statement saying the agreement violates U.S. law.
- The U.S. Treasury Department will suspend sanctions on Russian diesel exports until April 7, 2027.
- The average price of diesel in the United States is currently $6.28 per gallon.

## Why is there so little ash after a person is cremated? It isn’t all burned away—the real reason, explained by a funeral expert

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171841
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319470-en.html
- anchor: #n3344307

A funeral expert explains the science behind the small amount of ash left after cremation. The body’s water and organic matter vaporize and dissipate under high temperatures, leaving only heat-resistant inorganic minerals in the bones, which are ground into a small amount of ash.

Facts:
- Nearly 60% to 70% of the human body is water.
- Modern cremation furnaces typically operate at temperatures of 800°C to above 1000°C.
- Hydroxyapatite, the main component of bone, has a melting point of more than 1600°C.
- The inorganic mineral bone material left after cremation of a normal adult weighs about 3.5% of the person’s original body weight.
- The bone material left after cremation weighs about 1.5 to 3 kilograms.

## Not 85度C or Louisa! Taiwan’s strongest coffee chain: TOP 10 crowned for “great quality, reliable service and a comfortable setting”—a favorite for work and study

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:29:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171860
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319475-en.html
- anchor: #n3344311
- Companies mentioned: 星巴克、Starbucks、路易莎咖啡、LOUISA COFFEE、85度C、85度c、黑沃咖啡、HWC COFFEE、上島珈琲店、UESHIMA COFFEE LOUNGE、CAFE!N、硬咖啡、cama現烘咖啡、cama café、爐鍋咖啡、多那之咖啡蛋糕烘焙、Donutes、成真咖啡、ComeTrue Coffee、《網路溫度計DailyView》

《網路溫度計DailyView》 released its ranking of online buzz for Taiwan’s coffee chains for September-October 2026. 星巴克 topped the list with nearly 100,000 mentions, while Louisa and 85度C ranked second and third.

Facts:
- 路易莎咖啡 is a homegrown chain with more than 500 stores across Taiwan and a strategy of making specialty coffee affordable.
- 成真咖啡 began in Taichung’s Shenji New Village and is known for its all-day soufflé cafe concept and charitable donations.
- 多那之咖啡蛋糕烘焙 uses a hybrid business model, with some locations open 24 hours.
- cama現烘咖啡 focuses on freshly roasted coffee, with professional roasting machines installed in every store.
- 上島珈琲店 uses its exclusive double-extraction method to make its unsweetened golden sesame milk coffee.
- 黑沃咖啡 was co-founded by a team of coffee roasters and cuppers, with a focus on bringing specialty coffee into everyday life.

## At least 20 killed and 356 injured after Houthis attack civilian airport in Saudi Arabia; several airlines announce flight suspensions

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:25:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171858
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319476-en.html
- anchor: #n3344312
- Companies mentioned: 沙烏地阿拉伯民航總局、美國聯邦航空總署、卡達航空、美國達美航空

Yemen's Houthi forces continued attacking Riyadh and Dammam airports in Saudi Arabia from Oct. 6 to 10, leaving at least 20 dead and 356 injured. The United States is assessing whether to intervene militarily, several airlines have suspended flights, and Riyadh airport will remain closed until Oct. 17, as regional security conditions remain severe.

Facts:
- Since Oct. 6, Houthi attacks on airports in Saudi Arabia have killed at least 20 people and injured 356.
- 卡達航空 announced a temporary suspension of flights to and from Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, and Dammam, an eastern city.
- 美國達美航空 has postponed its new nonstop route from Atlanta to Riyadh, originally scheduled to launch on Oct. 23, until March 2027.
- 沙烏地阿拉伯民航總局 announced that King Khalid International Airport will remain closed until Oct. 17.
- U.S. Secretary of State Rubio confirmed that a Houthi attack killed a U.S. citizen.
- Turkey, Pakistan, Egypt and Saudi Arabia formed the R4 diplomatic alliance, condemning the Houthi attacks.
- India's Ministry of External Affairs strongly condemned the successive attacks on Riyadh airport, saying they caused loss of life and injuries.

## 台北投給她的34萬票如今支持誰？黃珊珊5問蔣萬安、沈伯洋

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:24:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171857
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319478-en.html
- anchor: #n3344313

Taipei Mayor Huang Shan-shan posted a response on the 13th amid debate over where the votes would go, posing 五 questions to Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang. She stressed that candidates should focus on their platforms and people's livelihoods, rather than calculating their vote bases.

Facts:
- Huang Shan-shan posted on Facebook on the 13th, posing 五 questions to Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang.
- Huang Shan-shan won 342,141 votes as an independent in the 2022 Taipei mayoral election, receiving 25.14% of the vote.
- Huang Shan-shan believes the true third force is the people, who have the power to choose, not any particular political party.
- Huang Shan-shan said voters are neither commodities nor anyone's property.
- Huang Shan-shan stressed that centrist voters are the key group that determines who wins or loses.

## Memory stocks suffer a broad sell-off! 南亞科 falls below NT$500, 華邦電 drops more than 8%: Why has China's 長鑫存儲 sparked market panic with its new technology?

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:21:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171854
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319479-en.html
- anchor: #n3344314
- Companies mentioned: 長鑫存儲、CXMT、旺宏、南亞科、華邦電、群聯、巨虹、三星電子、SK海力士、美光、Micron、SanDisk、威騰電子、Western Digital、希捷、Seagate、博通

長鑫存儲 announced progress on a new DRAM architecture, triggering a steep decline in memory stocks worldwide. 南亞科 fell below NT$500, while 旺宏 and 華邦電 plunged more than 8%. The market is concerned about Chinese manufacturers catching up technologically and the risks of AI investment.

Facts:
- 長鑫存儲 is reported to have made technological progress on a new DRAM architecture, stoking concerns about intensifying competition in the global memory industry.
- 南亞科 shares fell 8.6% to NT$481.5, breaking below the NT$500 mark.
- 長鑫存儲計劃於2026年底前推出採用新型記憶體架構的伺服器記憶體產品。
- 長鑫存儲's new technology uses a “4F-squared” storage-cell design, which can reduce cell area compared with the 6F-squared structure used in mainstream commercial DRAM.
- 三星電子 plans to mass-produce DRAM products using a 4F-squared design and a process below 10 nanometers by 2028.

## Liu Xueyi and Tan Songyun's 《蘭香如故》 loses out! The champion of 2026's top 10 Chinese dramas is this series: it surpasses 《早春晴朗》 to become a hit, with online views topping 3.5 billion and rave reviews

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:19:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171636
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319480-en.html
- anchor: #n3344315
- Companies mentioned: 《BEAUTY美人圈》

Competition in the 2026 Chinese drama market is fierce, with multiple series surpassing 1 billion online views. 《逐玉》 topped the rankings with 3.59 billion, followed by 《主角》 with 2.043 billion. The shows span genres including suspense, historical drama and urban romance, reflecting strong audience interest in diverse content.

Facts:
- 《逐玉》, starring Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei, was the most-watched Chinese drama online in 2026, with 3.59 billion views.
- 《主角》, starring Zhang Jiayi and Liu Haocun, ranked second with 2.043 billion online views.
- 《低智商犯罪》, starring Wang Xiao, ranked 10th with 1.058 billion online views.
- 《早春晴朗》, starring Jing Boran and Sun Qian, ranked 9th with 1.072 billion online views.
- 《太平年》, starring Bai Yu and Zhou Yutong, ranked 8th with 1.103 billion online views.
- 《驕陽似我》, starring Song Weilong and Zhao Jinmai, ranked 7th with 1.157 billion online views.
- 《蘭香如故》, starring Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi, ranked 6th with 1.212 billion online views.
- 《九門》, starring William Chan and Zeng Shunxi, ranked 5th with 1.276 billion online views.

## 25-year-old influencer reveals mid-stage liver cancer! Fundraising goal suddenly raised, drawing online backlash; Alisasa speaks out, urging people to verify before donating

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:17:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171855
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319481-en.html
- anchor: #n3344316

25-year-old influencer James Party sparked controversy after revealing a cancer diagnosis and soliciting donations, raising the fundraising target without making diagnostic documents public. Influencer Alisasa urged the public to verify information before donating, to avoid having their goodwill betrayed.

Facts:
- James Party, a 25-year-old Taiwanese-American influencer, revealed that he has mid-stage liver cancer.
- James Party raised his fundraising target from NT$450,000 to NT$600,000.
- James Party has not made diagnostic documents public, prompting discussion.
- Influencer Alisasa reminded the public to verify information before donating.
- Some online commenters questioned James Party's responses to public inquiries and the blocking of comments.

## Foreign investors flee South Korean stocks—is Taiwan next? SK Hynix and Samsung get hammered; Ruan Mu-hua reveals 2 key moats for Taiwanese firms: Don't panic

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:16:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171852
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319483-en.html
- anchor: #n3344317
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、三星電子、摩根大通、ASML、長鑫存儲、美光、閃迪(SanDisk)、希捷、台積電、風傳媒

South Korean stocks plunged amid foreign investor withdrawals and a vacuum in share buyback demand. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index also fell, affected by technological breakthroughs at China's 長鑫存儲. Ruan Mu-hua said Taiwan has protective moats thanks to its broad supply chain and 台積電's strengths in advanced logic chips, and there is no need for excessive panic.

Facts:
- South Korean stocks plunged 3.6% as trading resumed after a holiday, with losses totaling 22% in the second half of the year.
- Data from 摩根大通 show that a share buyback program worth about $41 billion combined at Samsung and SK海力士 is nearing its end.
- Equipment giant ASML announced a 10% across-the-board price increase for parts supplied to South Korean customers, effective next January.
- China's memory giant 長鑫存儲 announced a key advance in its next-generation 4F² architecture and plans to launch server memory products by the end of this year.

## 長榮 and Singapore Airlines lose out! Top 10 airlines with the world's best in-flight Wi-Fi: “This one” takes the crown, with passengers praising smooth video calls and social media posting

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:02:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171837
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319484-en.html
- anchor: #n3344318
- Companies mentioned: Skytrax、長榮航空、EVA Air、卡達航空、Qatar Airways、達美航空、Delta Air Lines、聯合航空、United Airlines、阿拉斯加航空、Alaska Airlines、捷藍航空、JetBlue Airways、夏威夷航空、Hawaiian Airlines、新加坡航空、Singapore Airlines、維珍航空、Virgin Atlantic、阿聯酋航空、Emirates、松下航空電子、Panasonic Avionics、馬斯克、星鏈、Starlink、亞馬遜、Amazon、Leo、X

Skytrax released its latest “World's Best Inflight WiFi” rankings, with 長榮航空 placing ninth as the only Taiwanese carrier on the list. 卡達航空 took the top spot. Low-Earth-orbit satellite technology such as 星鏈 is key to improving the in-flight internet experience, with 7 of the top 10 airlines using the technology.

Facts:
- 長榮航空 ranked ninth in Skytrax's World's Best Inflight WiFi rankings.
- 卡達航空 ranked first for the world's best in-flight Wi-Fi.
- The survey assessed satisfaction among travelers from more than 100 countries worldwide.
- As many as 7 of the top 10 airlines have chosen to partner with 星鏈.
- 長榮航空's in-flight Wi-Fi is supported by 松下航空電子.
- 阿聯酋航空 expects to roll out 星鏈 services across more of its fleet by mid-2027.
- 截至9月，美國聯合航空已有高達560架客機配備星鏈服務。
- 夏威夷航空 was merged into 阿拉斯加航空 in September 2024.

## Husband dies, leaving NT$30 million: Must his wife split it equally with the children? If eligible, she can first claim NT$13 million and still inherit the estate

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:01:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171846
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319485-en.html
- anchor: #n3344319

The article explains how an estate is divided when a spouse dies under the statutory property regime. It says the surviving spouse, in addition to inheritance rights, can claim a share of the difference in remaining marital property. This right not only increases the spouse's share but can also be deducted from the total estate to reduce taxes. The article also details the calculation method, deadline and payment obligations.

Facts:
- Under the Civil Code, when a spouse inherits an estate together with the children, the spouse's statutory share is the same as each child's.
- The basis for calculating a claim to a share of the difference in remaining marital property is the existing marital property, after deducting debts incurred during the marriage.
- Property received through inheritance or other gratuitous means, as well as consolation money, is generally excluded from the division of the difference in remaining marital property.
- When the deceased's spouse claims a share of the difference in remaining marital property, that amount can be deducted from the total estate when calculating estate tax.
- A claim to a share of the difference in remaining marital property expires if it is not exercised within 2 years from when the claimant learns of the difference.
- In principle, estate tax taxpayers must file an estate tax return within 6 months from the day after the deceased's death.
- If the share of the difference in remaining marital property is not actually paid within 1 year from the date the National Taxation Bureau issues its certificate, the bureau will claw back the related taxes.

## 台積電 unveils business opportunities worth more than NT$90 billion! 聯電 and 世界先進 stand to gain from the second wave of AI dividends; Japanese foreign investors' target prices revealed

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:01:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171833
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4319486-en.html
- anchor: #n3344320
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯電、世界先進、英特爾、恩智浦、VSMC

日系外資發布報告指出，台積電因AI先進製程需求強勁而調整成熟製程產能，每年釋出約30億美元商機。聯電與世界先進有望承接訂單成為AI第二波受益者，外資同步上調兩家公司目標價並給予正面評等。

Facts:
- 台積電預估每年將釋出約30億美元的成熟製程商機。
- 聯電維持「持有」評等，目標價由108元大幅上調至145元。
- 世界先進首度獲得「優於大盤」評等，目標價上看210元。
- 台積電將於2026年至2027年間調整部分老舊成熟製程廠房以緩解產能瓶頸。
- 聯電今年前三季營收累計達2,040.10億元，年增16.08%。
- 世界先進與恩智浦合資成立VSMC，新加坡廠月產能調整至約4.4萬片。
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## International buzz》Made in Silicon Valley！The ultra-high-end NGC phone worn on the chests of U.S. soldiers has become the latest weapon on the drone battlefield…

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171677
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318528-en.html
- anchor: #n3343944

The U.S. Army has issued “Next Generation Command and Control” (NGC2) to frontline soldiers. The device is a smartphone integrating communications, maps and AI tools, designed to improve reliable communications during dispersed operations.

Facts:
- The U.S. Army has issued “Next Generation Command and Control” (NGC2) to frontline soldiers.
- The most obvious feature of NGC2 is the addition of a smartphone on infantry soldiers’ chests.
- The phone integrates Silicon Valley’s latest communications, mapping and artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
- NGC2 is designed to keep troops reliably connected while dispersed and moving at high speed.
- NGC2 has become even more important as drones and missiles take center stage on the battlefield.

## Is a Kaohsiung Municipal Children’s Park on the way？Chen Chi-mai reveals 3 possible sites：This 1 area is the top choice and “could happen the soonest”

- Published: 2026-10-13T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171836
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318527-en.html
- anchor: #n3343943

Kaohsiung City Councilor Chung Yi-chung questioned Mayor Chen Chi-mai about plans for a municipal children’s park. Chen said 3 sites are under consideration：near Daliao MRT Station, in the Zhonglun development area, and at Fengxiang Park and nearby Taiwan Sugar land. The site next to Daliao MRT Station is seen as the fastest option to move forward because of its convenient transportation, but further calculations and comparisons are needed.

Facts:
- Kuomintang Kaohsiung City Councilor Chung Yi-chung pressed hard for a Kaohsiung municipal children’s park during a council session, and urged Mayor Chen Chi-mai to settle on a location before leaving office.
- Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai said 3 sites are under consideration：next to Daliao MRT Station, within the Zhonglun development project, and at Fengxiang Park and nearby Taiwan Sugar land.
- The candidate site for a children’s park within the Zhonglun development project is relatively small, at only about 2.6 hectares.
- Chen Chi-mai said the land next to Daliao MRT Station is the most promising option if the goal is to build a children’s park as soon as possible.
- For the Fengxiang Park and Taiwan Sugar land proposal, the city government has asked the Environmental Protection Bureau to allocate funding for a land survey.

## More than 400,000 room stays have benefited from domestic tourism subsidies！Hualien, Taitung and Yilan take the top 3 spots：How long will the NT$1.53 billion budget last？

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:59:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171773
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318529-en.html
- anchor: #n3343945

The Tourism Administration under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications is offering weekday accommodation subsidies for domestic travel. As of Oct. 7, more than 400,000 room stays had received subsidies, using NT$390 million of the budget. Hualien, Taitung and Yilan ranked as the top 3 beneficiaries. The program is scheduled to run through Nov. 30, but applications will be suspended earlier if the funding runs out.

Facts:
- As of Oct. 7, the number of room stays receiving weekday domestic tourism subsidies across Taiwan had exceeded 400,000.
- The weekday accommodation subsidy program has a total budget of NT$1.53 billion.
- Hualien County, Taitung County and Yilan County ranked as the top 3 counties by the number of room nights receiving accommodation subsidies.
- People traveling to Taiwan’s main island on weekdays and staying for 2 consecutive nights can receive up to NT$2,000 in accommodation subsidies.
- The Tourism Administration said there are currently no plans to add to the budget.

## 台積電法說會15日登場！營收年增率連3月攀升，現在進場還來得及？美媒揭密股價上漲「關鍵點」

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:58:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171843
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318530-en.html
- anchor: #n3343946
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、The Motley Fool、英特爾、超微

台積電將於10月15日舉行第三季法說會，受AI需求帶動，7至9月月營收年增率連3月攀升至54.6%。美媒《The Motley Fool》指出，台積電預估本益比約27倍，低於英特爾及AMD，估值具吸引力，法說會營運展望將影響股價走勢。

Facts:
- 台積電將於10月15日舉行第三季法說會。
- 台積電9月營收年增率攀升至54.6%。
- 華爾街預估台積電第四季營收年增率為54%。
- 台積電美國存託憑證（ADR）預估本益比約27倍。
- 英特爾及超微（AMD）的預估本益比分別接近70倍及80倍。
- 華爾街預估台積電2027年營收年增約36%。

## South Korean stocks plunge 6% and Taiwan stocks tumble more than 1,000 points：Should investors flee？Fund managers reveal key investment strategies and warn against focusing only on AI

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:58:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171844
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318531-en.html
- anchor: #n3343947
- Companies mentioned: 野村投信、聯準會、輝達、Google、AWS、霸菱亞洲、IMF

受美國科技股拖累，韓股與台股今日大幅下跌。野村投信與霸菱亞洲指出，AI供應鏈動能強勁，2026年EPS年增率預估達77.3%，中長期仍具結構性成長機會，建議投資人聚焦高獲利與低評價個股。

Facts:
- South Korean stocks plunged more than 6% at one point, while Taiwan stocks fell more than 1,200 points intraday.
- 野村投信統計近10年台股國慶連假後3個月平均總報酬率為7.77%。
- 野村投信預估2026年企業每股盈餘年增率上修至77.3%。
- AI供應鏈受惠於輝達Vera Rubin、Google TPU及AWS Trainium3出貨放量。
- 霸菱亞洲看好同時受惠輝達GPU與雲端業者自研ASIC放量的散熱、PCB及銅箔基板供應鏈。
- Volatility in global stock markets is rising, and the key question going forward is whether corporate earnings can support market expectations.

## Not Chiang Wan-an or Cheng Li-wun！Scholar reveals Han Kuo-yu’s calculation in going off script at National Day event：This KMT heavyweight is low-key but active

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:55:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171842
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318532-en.html
- anchor: #n3343948

Scholar Shen Jung-chin analyzed Han Kuo-yu’s unscripted criticism of the Presidential Office and Cabinet leaders at the National Day event, saying it was preparation for possible turmoil in the Kuomintang after the year-end local elections. A review of KMT heavyweights such as Lu Hsiu-yen and Chiang Wan-an and their moves concerning the party chairmanship and the 2028 election points to a possible prelude to infighting if the party fares poorly.

Facts:
- Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu went off script during his National Day speech on the 10th, calling the mass recall campaign political persecution and naming President Lai Ching-te and Premier Cho Jung-tai. He stressed that Taiwan must never become a dictatorship in the guise of democracy.
- Shen Jung-chin, an associate professor at York University in Canada, said Han Kuo-yu’s high-profile criticism was preparation for possible turmoil in the Kuomintang after the year-end local elections.
- Shen Jung-chin said that if the Kuomintang loses the Taipei or New Taipei mayoral race, party chair Cheng Li-wun would never resign given her personality, and might set her sights on the 2028 presidential election.
- Shen Jung-chin said the pressure campaign and infighting within the Kuomintang are not about the party chairmanship, but are a prelude to the 2028 presidential election.

## News decoded》Air Force admits F-16Vs are not fully equipped with “Viper Shield”：What is this electronic warfare system, and why is it important？

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:51:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171839
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318533-en.html
- anchor: #n3343949
- Companies mentioned: L3Harris

After the first F-16V fighter jets arrived in Taiwan, the Ministry of National Defense confirmed that software for the “Viper Shield” electronic warfare system was incomplete, delaying delivery. Legislators demanded a written report within 2 weeks clarifying the installation progress of the hardware and software and the status of testing.

Facts:
- The first 2 F-16V Block 70 fighter jets arrived at Chihhang Air Base in Taitung on Oct. 2.
- Air Force Chief of Staff Li Ching-jan confirmed that only some of the electronic warfare system hardware was installed on the first aircraft to arrive in Taiwan, while the software is still under development.
- The “Viper Shield” electronic warfare system was developed by U.S. company L3Harris and is designated AN/ALQ-254.
- There are 63 F-16Vs on the U.S. production line, of which 6 have passed flight tests and been accepted.
- L3Harris announced that the first batch of 35 “Viper Shield” systems had completed production, and that orders had increased to 233 systems for 8 allied countries.
- The Ministry of National Defense acknowledged that development and production of the new electronic warfare system were among the factors delaying F-16V deliveries.
- The chair ordered the Ministry of National Defense to provide committee members with written information on the installation of the F-16V ground collision avoidance system and the hardware and software of the new aircraft’s electronic warfare system.

## Military drones found to contain Chinese-made chips：Koo Li-hsiung explains why and vows strict inspections to eliminate the red supply chain

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:47:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171835
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318534-en.html
- anchor: #n3343950
- Companies mentioned: 錦明實業、創未來科技

Defense Minister Koo Li-hsiung responded to allegations that Chinese-made chips were used in a military drone procurement, saying the issue arose because units had failed to inspect items in the past when making small purchases. The military now strictly requires inspections even when purchasing just 2 or 4 drones, to eliminate risks from the red supply chain.

Facts:
- 錦明實業 is suspected of assembling drones with China-made parts and submitting false certificates of origin.
- The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office searched 錦明實業 and arrested 2 people; a request to detain them and deny visitation was approved.

## Han Kuo-yu singles out Cho Jung-tai for criticism over refusing to countersign in National Day speech; Cho: It was a passive and necessary measure

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:47:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171840
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318535-en.html
- anchor: #n3343951

Responding on the 13th to Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu’s criticism of Premier Cho Jung-tai for refusing to countersign bills in his National Day speech, Cho said the move was necessary to uphold constitutional order. The two sides differ over the spirit of the Constitution and the separation of powers. Cho reiterated the Executive Yuan’s position and said the door to communication remains open.

Facts:
- Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu singled out Premier Cho Jung-tai for criticism in his National Day speech for refusing to countersign bills.
- Cho Jung-tai said on the 13th that refusing to countersign was a constitutional power and duty based on the need to uphold constitutional order.
- Cho Jung-tai said refusing to countersign was a passive and necessary measure.
- Cho Jung-tai quoted Lai Ching-te as saying that even when opinions differ, people should respect one another and the system.
- Cho Jung-tai said the first version of the Act Governing the Allocation of Government Revenues and Expenditures sparked controversy because of an error in its calculation formula, showing that the reconsideration mechanism had failed.

## What happens if you don’t pay National Health Insurance premiums? Can you still see a doctor? Your wages and bank deposits could be seized! A guide to late fees, card suspension risks and how to make up payments

- Published: 2026-10-13T11:45:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171807
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4318536-en.html
- anchor: #n3343952

This article details the legal consequences of unpaid National Health Insurance premiums and ways to address them, including late-fee calculations, the threshold for administrative enforcement and conditions for suspending benefits. It also provides guidance on insurance coverage after leaving a job and how to pay overdue premiums online.

Facts:
- For general insured persons, a late fee of 0.1% of the premium due is added each day, up to a maximum of 5% of the premium due.
- Individuals who are more than 150 days behind on payments and owe a combined 7,500 yuan or more in premiums and late fees may be referred for administrative enforcement.
- Employers or other insurance units that are more than 30 days past the payment deadline and owe a combined 7,500 yuan or more may be referred for administrative enforcement.
- Those found to be able to pay but refusing to do so may have their insurance benefits suspended.
- The National Health Insurance Administration’s toll-free landline is 0800-030-598.