AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-16 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 6 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 464 items from 9 sources; Taiwan, 267 items from 13 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Topping-out ceremony held for Puzi Hospital long-term care facility; project ahead of schedule, completion expected in year 117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401830Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA衛福部朴子醫院六腳住宿式長照機構工程上梁，進度超前11%，預計117年5月完工，提供100床住宿式長照及30床日照服務。 Taiwan Super Dome BOT deal signed; Taichung City Government aims to build Taiwan's largest indoor baseball stadiumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401811Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:15:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台中市政府 and Taiwan Life have signed the build-operate-transfer (BOT) agreement for the Taichung Sports Industry Park project, which will create Taiwan's largest indoor baseball stadium, the Taiwan Super Dome, with a total investment of NT$60 billion. Changhua Three Mountain Kings Hakka Culture Festival to take place in Xizhou on the 24th and 25thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401812Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:15:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Changhua County Three Mountain Kings Hakka Culture Festival will take place on the 24th and 25th at 三千宮 in Xizhou Township. It is being jointly organized by Changhua County Magistrate Wang Hui-mei and related associations, with events including a pilgrimage ceremony bringing together deities from across the county and Hakka arts performances. Academia Sinica uncovers how cells stop waves of mass death; findings published in top international journalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401813Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:14:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA team led by Chen Sheng-hung at Academia Sinica found that cell density and arrangement determine how waves of ferroptosis spread. The findings were published in the journal Cell. Chiang Wan-an proposes easing urban renewal requirements; Shen Po-yang says bottlenecks at the exit must also be addressedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401706Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:12:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChiang Wan-an announced plans to ease urban renewal requirements and held a news conference to explain the policy. Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang criticized the proposal, saying it would not solve the problem if entry requirements were eased but exit procedures remained unchanged. Citing hospital emergency departments as an example, he also said he would propose policies including an exit mechanism for stalled urban renewal projects. Trump does not rule out attacking Iran after midterm elections; U.S. assesses strike on Gao Mountain nuclear facilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401705Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:12:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Donald Trump said the United States could attack Iran after the midterm elections and was assessing a strike on the deeply buried Gao Mountain nuclear facility. He stressed that nuclear weapons would not be needed, but did not rule out using the massive air-dropped “Mother of All Bombs.” Effects of property speculation curbs emerge; Taipei has the largest decline in mortgage burden among the 6 special municipalitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401707Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe effects of the Central Bank's 7th round of selective credit controls have emerged, with mortgage burden ratios falling across Taiwan and all 6 special municipalities in Q1 2026. Taipei saw the largest decline, at 4.41 percentage points. 中信房屋 said that although the burden ratio has improved, Taiwan's overall mortgage burden remains relatively low, and the bar to homeownership remains high. New Taipei male officer accused of taking underage girl to hotel; Yonghe Precinct clears out officer after internal review and refers case for prosecutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401708Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:07:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新北市警察局永和分局1名陳姓男警涉帶未成年少女開房發生性行為，警方啟動調查自檢自清，依刑法妨害性自主罪移送新北地檢署偵辦，並記2大過免職汰除。 Explore Tuku on foot: Cycling and smart guides connect visitors with local highlightshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401709Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:06:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYunlin County's Tuku Township has launched the “Explore Tuku on Foot” program, combining short-distance bicycle travel with QR Code smart audio guides to connect attractions, food and cultural assets in Tuku and Huwei Township, allowing visitors to explore the towns in depth. Major false alarm in Japan's emergency earthquake alert: magnitude 6.9 quake wrongly reported as 9.9; weather agency apologizeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401702Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADue to a system error, 日本氣象廳 mistakenly reported a magnitude 6.9 earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula as a magnitude 9.9 quake in the Kuril Islands and issued an emergency earthquake alert. It later canceled the alert and apologized. 味全龍 drop Magic Dragon from Taiwan Series roster; Chi Li-chi-lao Kung-kuan left off listhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401703Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍 announced its 32-player roster for the Taiwan Series, leaving foreign player Magic Dragon off the list. Team captain Chi Li-chi-lao Kung-kuan was also left off because of an injury. Manager Yeh Chun-chang said Liu Chun-wei and Chang Yu-ming would compete for the designated hitter spot. 台積電 slips slightly as Taiwan stocks gain 141 points and return above 47,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401568Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks opened higher and rebounded today, closing up 141.39 points at 47,111.26. 台積電 fell NT$20 to NT$2,420, 聯發科 rose 2%, and 聯電 fell, while PCB stocks performed strongly. Japan may not set explicit target for defense spending at 3.5% of GDP; government still expected to increase spending significantlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401569Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Japanese government is considering not specifying the 3.5%-of-GDP defense spending target sought by the United States when revising its “Three Security Documents,” but is expected to significantly increase defense spending to secure Washington's understanding. Liu Xueyi and Bai Jingting both lose out! The mainland drama Top 10 most acclaimed leading actors ranking is topped by him: versatile roles, strong acting and no negative reviewshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404513https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404513Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Media ranked the reputations of dramas starring post-90s male actors over the past 7 years. Li Xian topped the list with 7 highly rated dramas, followed by Bai Jingting. Liu Xueyi, Xiao Zhan, Yang Yang and others failed to make the top 10 due to the number of highly rated dramas they had or their ratings. Graphic》Li Sichuan and Su Chia-hui both discuss social housing! Can New Taipei households earning less than NT$1.45 million a year apply? Miss this 1 requirement and you may still be ineligiblehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404512https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404512Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 New Taipei mayoral race has focused on social housing, with Li Sichuan and Su Chia-hui each proposing related policies. The New Taipei Housing and Urban Regeneration Center released the latest rental data, showing strong demand, and detailed the income threshold, household registration and property restrictions for applicants. Could 特斯拉’s flying sports car be driven on Taiwan’s roads? The Ministry of Transportation gives its answer: it must first clear this hurdle to be road-legal in Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404514https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404514Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:55:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒特斯拉 unveiled its new-generation Roadster, which features hovering capability, prompting discussion over whether it can legally be driven in Taiwan. The Ministry of Transportation said it must pass safety inspections, and any flight functions must comply with civil aviation regulations. It has not yet been approved for road use. Military recall training clashes with election day! Hsu Chiao-hsin reveals emergency measures for the armed forces: Are you tired, Wellington Koo?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404515https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404515Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:55:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒KMT Legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin criticized the Ministry of National Defense after reserve force training dates clashed with local election day, affecting only 311 members of an Air Force security battalion. The All-out Defense Mobilization Agency later notified them that their reporting time would be delayed. Hsu urged Defense Minister Wellington Koo to address administrative oversights and the physical and mental strain on service members. 特斯拉「飛天跑車」裝火箭推進器！台灣開放預購能上路？交通部回應了https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404516Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:51:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒特斯拉新一代Roadster在台灣發表，Rocket版具備飛行能力但交通部強調需符合法規，目前未核准上路。 Xi Jinping invites 100,000 American youths to China, but only 1,749 U.S. students go to China to earn academic credits! Is this about cultivating China experts or creating a channel for united front work?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404518https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404518Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Xi Jinping announced an invitation for 100,000 American youths to visit China, but only 1,749 students have actually gone to China to earn academic credits, far fewer than the number of Chinese students in the United States. The policy has raised U.S. concerns over united front work, surveillance and security risks, although supporters say it could help develop much-needed China experts. Curbing the flow of AI chips to China? Bloomberg: Taiwan plans tougher penalties for “chip smuggling” through legal amendments, aligning with Washington’s controlshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404517Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan Economic Affairs Minister Kung Ming-hsin announced plans to amend the law to impose tougher penalties for chip smuggling. AI servers and advanced semiconductors would be added to export controls, and unauthorized shipments to China would incur criminal penalties, aligning with U.S. policy. Could 臻鼎-KY become a thousand-dollar stock? 美系外資 raises its price target to NT$1,025; can the BT substrate price rally last until 2028?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404519Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:47:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒美系外資看好BT載板供需改善與漲價趨勢，上修臻鼎-KY等四廠目標價，臻鼎-KY目標價衝上1,025元。該公司9月營收創新高，第4季營運動能強勁。 Promised free health insurance for seniors but skipped the vote! Fan Qi-ming names 8 DPP lawmakers: a wide gap between campaign promises and voteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404520Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:47:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Media personality Fan Qi-ming questioned why 8 DPP lawmakers did not vote in favor of amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act, which would provide central government subsidies for health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and over who meet income requirements. DPP members also stressed the need to clarify funding sources and cost-sharing arrangements. Want to run despite fraud or money laundering？CEC reviews 10 candidates and finds them “ineligible to run”；New Party candidate rejected over residency issuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404521Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:47:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The CEC reviewed candidate qualifications for the 115 elections on the 16th．Five candidates each for municipal councilor and county（city）councilor were rejected over criminal records or residency requirements, including New Party’s Yu Chih-pin, who was rejected for having been registered as a resident for less than 10 years． Blue and White team up to waive seniors’ health insurance premiums；Shih Chung-liang warns of serious consequences：risk of intergenerational inequity and crowding out social welfare budgetshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404522Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:45:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act on third reading, stipulating that seniors aged 65 and above would be exempt from health insurance premiums．Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang strongly opposed the move, saying it violates the ability-to-pay principle and could lead to intergenerational inequity and crowd out social welfare budgets． Why are all the lights turned off during takeoff and landing？Taoyuan airport reveals the aviation secret behind it：they must be turned off even when it is dark at nighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404523https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404523Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:43:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒桃園國際機場 clarified that dimming cabin lights during takeoff and landing is a flight safety measure, using dark adaptation to assist with emergency evacuations．The measure complies with the 90-second golden escape standard, ensuring passengers can quickly identify escape routes in an accident． 快訊／2度專訪沈伯洋遭藍營中央委員「連署開除」 趙少康親上火線：祝福連署成功https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404524https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404524Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:43:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Veteran KMT media figure Jaw Shaw-kong is facing a petition launched by KMT Central Committee member Chiang Yung-hsiung calling for his expulsion from the party after he interviewed DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang twice．Jaw said he wished the petition success and stressed the importance of media professionalism and fairness． 台灣順豐 partners with Taipei City Motor Vehicles Office on motorcycle training, marking five consecutive years of traffic safety initiativeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404525https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404525Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:41:08 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣順豐 has partnered with the Taipei City Motor Vehicles Office for five consecutive years．This year, it sponsored motorcycle training for 100 people to improve road safety and supported employees and their families with heat allowances and a family movie day, fulfilling its corporate social responsibility． High-speed rail announces “1 major new measure”！Launching nationwide on 10/15；passengers praise it：a longstanding problem finally solved, a real public servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404526Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:33:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣高鐵 has launched its “High-Speed Rail 2.0” plan．The first 700T train will enter service on 10/15 with double-deck luggage racks, increasing capacity to 106 items．All 34 trainsets are expected to be upgraded by year-end to address the lack of luggage space． Don’t put leftover toast straight in the fridge！Nutritionist reveals the right way to store it；heating makes it “crispy outside and chewy inside,” just like freshly bakedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404528Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Nutritionist Tsai Cheng-liang offered advice on storing toast, noting that Taiwan’s humid climate makes it prone to mold．He said refrigeration can inhibit mold but accelerates starch staling, making freezing individual portions the best option．He also warned that mold threads have spread through moldy toast, so the whole bag should be discarded to ensure food safety． Explainer》Chen Ting-fei proposes 5 major tourism routes to boost Tainan tourism！How busy are existing attractions？Data for Chihkan Tower and Chimei Museum reveal a contrasthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404527Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒DPP Tainan mayoral candidate Chen Ting-fei has proposed a platform of “5 major tourism routes．” Tourism data for 2025 released at the same time show that although Chihkan Tower had more total visits, Chimei Museum had more paying visitors, reflecting differences in the statistics． Taiwan Series》Dragons-Elephants showdown begins at Taipei Dome on the 17th！味全龍 leave out Chu Li-chi-lao；the full 32-player rosters at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404529Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:29:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 CPBL Taiwan Series begins on the 17th, with 味全龍 facing 中信兄弟 in a record-setting Dragons-Elephants showdown．Foreign pitcher Chiang Han made 味全龍’s roster, while Chu Li-chi-lao was left out．中信兄弟 will field foreign pitchers including Winning Knight．味全龍 have home-field advantage for 5 games, and tickets for the opener have sold out． Lee Duo-hui and Lee Ya-ying lose out! Taiwan’s most popular cheerleaders Top 10: “She’s the champion”—her sweet looks rival an idol’s, and her captivating smile and strong dance skills win fans over.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404530Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒《網路溫度計》 released its professional cheerleader popularity rankings for 9-10/2026, with 富邦悍將’s Lee Zhu-yin taking the top spot and Lee Duo-hui and Lee Ya-ying placing second and third, respectively, reflecting the high popularity and market influence of Korean cheerleaders in Taiwan. 三大法人買賣超》外資連8賣、投信逆勢連6買！台股反彈141點，法人仍賣超678億元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404531Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:09:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan stocks rebounded 141 points to 47,111 today, but the three major institutional investor groups posted combined net sales of NT$67.8 billion. 外資 recorded 8 consecutive days of net selling, while 投信 bucked the trend with 6 consecutive days of net buying. 台積電 weakened after its earnings briefing, while 聯發科 rose on reports of AI orders. In charts》How do Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang’s policies differ? Eight hours of temporary childcare versus 4 hours a week; 25 pupils per elementary school class versus 24—six major policies at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3404532Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:08:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article compares the differences between 2026 Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang on six major everyday policy areas, including transportation, housing and child care, covering current city policies and campaign pledges. Don’t throw away plastic bottles or milk bottles just yet! Bring them here to get cash—“earn NT$50 on the spot.” Old clothes can also be exchanged for cash: a look at 全聯 and 愛買 locationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402102Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒愛買 is offering bonus rewards for recycling used clothing, old phones and light bulbs, with cash vouchers available. ECOCO smart recycling machines are installed at retailers including 全聯, where points earned from plastic and milk bottles can be redeemed for shopping credit. In charts》Taiwan’s population shrank by more than 100,000 in a year! People aged 65 and over now make up 20.7% of the population. One chart explains how low birth rates and an aging population are changing Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402101Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Interior Ministry statistics show Taiwan’s population continued to decline in September 2026, falling to just over 23.21 million, with people aged 65 and over accounting for 20.7%—the threshold for a super-aged society. The National Development Council projects the population could halve to 12.15 million over the next 50 years, putting pressure on health care and the labor market. Responding to years of South China Sea tensions! China’s ambassador to the Philippines: “We could easily win by using force, but we love peace”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402100Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒China’s ambassador to the Philippines, Jing Quan, claimed at a forum that China could easily win in a conflict if it used force but chose peace, and warned that the Philippines would face greater risks if it did not restore the military hotline. The Philippine Foreign Ministry condemned the remarks as a threat, further straining bilateral ties. Free health insurance for people aged 65 and over? Legislature passes bill on third reading: Government to fully cover premiums for “2 groups,” saving nearly NT$10,000 a year. Eligibility and requirements explainedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402103Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:58:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act on third reading on the 16th, providing full central government subsidies for health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and over who meet income requirements. The measure aims to ease the medical burden on disadvantaged older households and is expected to add NT$39 billion in annual spending. In charts》Is a NT$20,000 cash handout confirmed? Latest developments as of October 16! When could next year’s NT$10,000 arrive at the earliest, and who is eligible? Find out at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402104Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:56:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The KMT’s draft special act for a NT$20,000 cash handout has been sent directly to a second reading, while the Executive Yuan has budgeted NT$235.7 billion for a NT$10,000 handout. The Finance Ministry says tax revenue has risen, but the central government has limited disposable funds, so a NT$20,000 payout could require borrowing. The Executive Yuan reiterated that the policy must meet principles including no increase in actual borrowing. Video／How powerful is an MRI magnet? A wrench gets sucked in in less than 1 second, leaving online users stunned: “Final Destination is real”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402105Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:56:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒奇美醫院 used decommissioned MRI equipment to conduct a magnetic force test. Critical care physician Chen Chih-chin released a video showing a wrench being pulled in instantly to promote medical safety. The hospital urged the public to remove all metal items before examinations and designated the video as official patient education material, prompting a strong online response. After three and a half years of perseverance, 河堤國小’s cup-stacking team reaches the top! It claims the championship in Kaohsiung’s first competitive cup-stacking league.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402106Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:55:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒河堤國小’s cup-stacking team defeated 福康國小 to win the upper-grade team championship at the 115年度 elementary school sports promotion association’s competitive cup-stacking league, thanks to three and a half years of perseverance and teamwork. The achievement was highly praised by 中華競技疊杯推廣運動協會 and the school, showcasing the results of a diverse sports education program. Why do some people regret the downfall of “the mayor who understands the economy best,” Huang Qifan, who once warned of the 恆大 crisis and dared to speak the truth?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402108Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan was officially announced as suspected of serious disciplinary and legal violations on 2026-10-13, drawing widespread attention. He used his expertise to drive Chongqing’s economic boom and repeatedly warned of risks in real estate and corporate debt. His downfall has been linked to recent anti-corruption cases in Chongqing and the sentencing of a think tank executive. Don't trust the U.S. dollar? Buy gold? Berkeley professor reveals 3 advantages and 2 major drawbacks: Why central banks are rushing to stockpile goldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402107Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Berkeley professor Barry Eichengreen analyzed why central banks are buying more gold and the limitations involved. He noted that while gold can diversify dollar risk and reduce the impact of sanctions, it pays no interest and is inconvenient for payments, making it difficult to replace the dollar. Is the shishamo commonly eaten in Taiwan actually fake? The “fish” sold at salt-and-pepper chicken stalls is something else! A chart unravels the mystery of喜相逢https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402109Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:47:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Reports say that the “shishamo” commonly found in Taiwan’s food industry is actually imported capelin, known locally as 喜相逢, a different species from the shishamo caught in Hokkaido, Japan. Because they come from different places, shortages of Hokkaido catches have not affected supply in Taiwan. Is the city too noisy? smith+hsu Zhongshan flagship store officially opens, offering a one-stop experience of choosing tea by aroma, four contemporary tea rituals and chewable “tea-scent jewelry”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402110Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:41:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Contemporary tea brand smith+hsu opened a new flagship store, “Tea House,” in Taipei’s Zhongshan District on October 16. It offers tea selection by aroma, reservation-only immersive tea sessions and specialty snacks, emphasizing an intuitive tea-tasting experience. How tragic were the later years of famed general Qi Jiguang? He pacified the Japanese pirates but was purged by the court; historians reveal his heartbreaking endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402112Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article recounts the tragic later years of Qi Jiguang, a Ming dynasty general famed for resisting Japanese pirates. After his political patron Zhang Juzheng died, Qi was purged by the court and dismissed from office, losing his income and family support. He ultimately died in his hometown amid poverty and illness. More than just Doctor X! The top 10 best-reviewed Korean dramas adapted from Japanese dramas: The champion beats That Winter, the Wind Blows in ratings and will keep you watchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402111Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article selects 10 classic Korean dramas remade from Japanese dramas or adapted from the same source, ranked by Douban ratings. The top-ranked show is Mother, starring Lee Bo-young, with a rating of 8.6. The list also includes well-known titles such as That Winter, the Wind Blows and Queen's Classroom, and discusses their adaptations and audience reception. 台股反彈141點仍週跌2202點！台積電法說後收黑、資金狂追「這族群」，10/16股市重點懶人包一次看https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402113Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:27:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒10/16台股反彈141點收47,111點，但週線仍跌逾2,200點。台積電法說後走弱，資金轉向PCB與AI相關族群。外資大舉賣超且空單逼近10萬口，華許未暗示升息方向，市場對AI經濟成長放緩存疑。 Southeast Asia’s largest economy is unexpectedly home to the world’s worst-performing stock market this year! MSCI issues downgrade warning as Indonesia is hit by a triple sell-off in stocks, currency and bondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402114Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:24:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, was warned by MSCI that it could be downgraded from emerging-market to standalone-market status over market transparency and governance concerns. The warning sent stocks plunging more than 10% and triggered a sell-off in the currency and bonds, with international funds potentially set to pull out in force. Latest on the universal NT$20,000 payout! KMT’s special bill sent directly to a second reading as it races to “this date” to return tax revenue to the publichttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402115Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:12:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan today approved a KMT caucus proposal to send the “NT$20,000 for everyone” special bill directly to a second reading, aiming for a third reading on Nov. 28. Ruling and opposition parties agreed to invite the premier to report on the general budget on Oct. 27, while the ruling party insisted on submitting a budget for a NT$10,000 payout for review. 魏哲家與馬斯克都證實台積電德州設廠 「誰說了算」兩人說法卻不相同https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402116Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:09:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台積電公布第三季財報創歷史新高，並證實評估德州擴產。針對馬斯克「Terafab」計畫，雙方對營運主導權說法不一，魏哲家堅持需由台積電營運，馬斯克則主張自行興建營運。 Auto exports to China plunge 66%, and Germany has finally had enough! Merz and Macron propose a “one-click termination” mechanism to kick rule-breakers out of the EU markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3402117Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:01:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒German Chancellor Merz and French President Macron proposed a “one-click termination mechanism” to exclude countries engaging in unfair trade from the EU market, in response to competition from Chinese auto exports and a widening trade deficit. An ambulance behind you means more than just pulling over! Highway bureau outlines 3 scenarios with different ways to yield; beware fines of up to NT$100,000 and license revocationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401630Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Directorate General of Highways issued guidelines on yielding to emergency vehicles, explaining the proper way to give way on single-lane roads, multilane roads and at intersections. Starting Jan. 31, those who fail to yield will face hefty fines and license revocation, to protect the golden hour for rescue. Japan and Thailand lose out! Top 10 countries worldwide for retirement: winner has low prices, pleasant weather and a quality of life that feels like a vacationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401631Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:56:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The UK’s Expatriate Group released its 2026 Global Retirement Index, with the Philippines taking the top spot as the world’s best country for retirement with a score of 78. The report assessed 5 key indicators, including healthcare, visas and cost, and selected the Philippines for its low cost of living, English-language advantage and accessible SRRV visa. 中職台灣大賽》味全龍拋震撼彈！吉力吉撈、魔神龍2大將遭割捨，龍象大戰變數大https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401632Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:54:26 +0900Taiwan風傳媒味全龍為備戰2026年台灣大賽，總教練葉君璋做出艱難決定，將主力打者吉力吉撈與洋投魔神龍排除在32人名單外。吉力吉撈因傷後表現不佳，魔神龍則因近期狀態不理想遭替換，球隊將重組進攻火力與投手陣容對抗中信兄弟。 Market hopes dashed! Warsh refuses to reveal rate-decision plans as central banks worldwide tighten in sync: “No one gets a free ride”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401633Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:52:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒聯準會理事華許於IMF年會表明不預判利率決策，拒絕提供政策指引，導致市場對10月升息預期降溫。他指出全球央行同步緊縮貨幣政策，並看好AI長期生產力效益，但警告短期就業市場存在不確定性。 A final dance for Yili, Lee Le and 7 other Wing Stars members! Farewell show offers just 370 seats; ticket rules spark fan outrage: “Trying to cash in one last time?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401634Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:46:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台鋼雄鷹啦啦隊Wing Stars宣布7名成員告別，擬於11月29日舉辦限定演出。因入場需購買高額福袋或消費抽籤，且推出印刷簽名周邊，引發粉絲質疑球團「撈最後一筆」而反彈。 Take care after age 40! Missing 1 step after colon polyp removal raises cancer risk 4 times for “these people,” doctor says: many don’t knowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401635Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:45:18 +0900Taiwan風傳媒書田診所醫師邱展賢指出，3名男性患者因未重視息肉切除後追蹤或具家族史，意外驗出早期大腸癌。強調家族史者風險高2-4倍，需提早篩檢並改善飲食運動習慣。 Cash handout moves into high gear! Plan to distribute 10,000 before Lunar New Year advances; KMT proposes 20,000 and seeks to force the Executive Yuan to comply before the electionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401636Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:42:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Cross-party negotiations in the Legislative Yuan have concluded, setting Oct. 23 and 27 for reviews of the 115 supplementary budget and the 116 central government budget, respectively. Lai Ching-te called for swift review to allow the 10,000 cash handout to be distributed before Lunar New Year, while the KMT is pushing a 20,000 handout bill to pressure the Executive Yuan into countersigning it before the election. For a $30 Chinese-made toy, the factory gets just $6 and earns less than $1 in net profit, while three-quarters of the money stays in the U.S.!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401637Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The BBC traced the money behind a $30 Chinese-made toy, finding that the factory gets just $6 while 75.5% of revenue stays in the U.S. Green camp mayoral candidates skip vote! Legislative Yuan passes senior health insurance premium subsidy bill in 3rd reading; Shih Chung-liang estimates costs will be shiftedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401638Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:29:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act in a 3rd reading on the 16th, shifting senior health insurance subsidies to full central government funding and introducing an income threshold. The health minister warned that the costs would be shifted to younger generations, while the absence of several Green camp lawmakers running for local executive posts sparked controversy. Why didn’t Chia Yung-chieh put on her jacket properly? She reveals the real reason: it’s all her husband’s faulthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401639Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:24:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台北101董事長賈永婕赴立法院備詢時因披著西裝外套的造型引發討論，她隨後在社群媒體幽默回應，指出是因丈夫提醒穿好外套而激起叛逆心理，並自嘲與更年期體感有關。 Up 32% in 3 days to NT$82! What does 台郡 do, and why is it riding the 輝達 concept-stock wave? 台虹 soars above NT$300—is this the next dark horse?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401640Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:24:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台郡 has benefited from the 輝達 NVLink PTFE theme, hitting the daily limit-up for 3 straight sessions, but it still posted a loss in the first half and foreign investors were net sellers, leaving its transformation progress to be seen. Latest update on the nationwide NT$10,000 cash payout! Finance Ministry reveals the first online registration date and schedule for 5 disbursement channels; 5 areas offer an additional NT$6,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401641Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:18:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Executive Yuan announced a budget of NT$235.7 billion for its nationwide NT$10,000 cash payout policy, aiming to distribute the money before Lunar New Year in 2027. Legislative Yuan negotiators agreed to invite the premier to report on the budget proposal, marking a key step toward distributing the money before the holiday. 不到1秒破百！特斯拉全新Roadster曝光 「能飛、能翻轉」馬斯克曝量產時間https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401642Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:18:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒特斯拉執行長馬斯克於美國時間15日在德州發表結合SpaceX推進技術的第二代Roadster，宣布2028年量產。新車原型展示空中翻轉能力，性能目標極速逾370公里，台灣官網已開放三款車型預購，訂金最高達755萬元新台幣。 Where did Taiwan's beef noodle soup originate, and which was the first shop? It wasn't in Gangshan, Kaohsiung! Food expert Liang Youxiang reveals the secret: this 1 shop was the original pioneerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401643Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:16:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Food expert Liang Youxiang used historical research to reveal the origins of Taiwan's beef noodle soup, identifying the first shop as “Old Li Beef Noodle Soup” in Tainan, established in 1958, and disputing the claim that it originated in a military dependents' village in Gangshan. The article details how the braised and clear-broth styles were developed by veterans from different backgrounds, and how the dish gained popularity under a U.S. aid flour policy. The China-Russia bridge has just opened, and China and North Korea are following suit! The long-idle New Yalu River Bridge finally opens after 12 years — what signal does this send?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401644Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The New Yalu River Bridge, connecting Dandong in China and Sinuiju in North Korea, opened on October 15, ending 12 years of idleness. The move is seen as a sign of warming China-North Korea ties and a reshaping of Northeast Asian geopolitics, reflecting the two sides' shared interests in maintaining border stability and economic cooperation. Exclusive: Interview with Shen Po-yang angers the KMT! KMT Central Committee members sign petition urging party headquarters to “expel Jaw Shaw-kong”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3401645Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:08:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒KMT Central Committee member Jiang Yongxiong launched a petition strongly condemning Jaw Shaw-kong for interviewing Shen Po-yang and recommending that he be expelled from the party, accusing him of damaging the party's reputation and electoral prospects. 翰可能源 (7859): Announces its invitation to attend a pre-emerging stock investor briefing hosted by 華南永昌證券https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405097Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:20:23 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站翰可能源 announced that it has been invited to attend a pre-emerging stock investor briefing hosted by 華南永昌證券, where it will discuss its operating results, core businesses and future development strategy. 欣欣水泥 (1111): Announces a change in the company's general managerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405096Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:18:16 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站欣欣水泥 announced a change in its general manager. 中鋼公司 has reassigned Liao Han-liang to the position, succeeding Hsieh Chi-jung. Jing Rui Guang (6787): Announces regulatory approval to extend the payment period for designated subscribers in its 115 cash capital increasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405092Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:14:49 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站Jing Rui Guang (6787) announced that regulators approved a three-month extension of the payment period for designated subscribers in its 115 cash capital increase, through 116/01/06. It also offered compensation, including interest, to shareholders and employees who have paid but wish to withdraw from the subscription. 三地能源 (6946): Announces on behalf of important subsidiary 合豐能源股份有限公司 that its board has resolved to cancel the first extraordinary shareholders' meeting of 115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405091Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:06:34 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站三地能源 announced that the board of its important subsidiary 合豐能源股份有限公司 resolved to cancel the first extraordinary shareholders' meeting, originally scheduled for 115/10/30. 國碳科 (4754): Announces a change in the company's corporate governance officerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405062Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:56:37 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站國碳科 (4754) announced that corporate governance officer Lin Donghe has resigned for career-planning reasons, effective 115/11/01. A successor will be announced after the board makes a decision. 國碳科 (4754): Announces a change in the company's general managerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405061Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:55:22 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站國碳科 (4754) announced that General Manager Lin Donghe has resigned for personal career-planning reasons, effective 115/11/01. The chairperson will temporarily perform the duties. 德晉(3466): Announcement of the representative appointed by the Company's corporate directorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405060Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:55:22 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站德晉 (3466) announced that corporate director 恆盈泰資本投資股份有限公司 has appointed Lu Jinyou as its representative, effective 115/10/16. 華宇藥 (6621): The company has obtained a patent certificate from the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs of the Republic of China for its “Method for Detecting Fibrin/Fibrinogen Degradation Products in Companion Animals”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405090Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:47:32 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站華宇藥品 (6621) announced that its application for a patent on a “Method for Detecting Fibrin/Fibrinogen Degradation Products in Companion Animals” has been granted an invention patent certificate by the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs of the Republic of China. This strengthens the company's patent portfolio in companion-animal tumor biomarker detection technology. 湧盛 (2249): Announces collection of employee subscription payments for cash capital increase before initial OTC listing of company shareshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405089Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:37:20 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站湧盛電機 announced collection of employee subscription payments for a cash capital increase before the initial OTC listing of its shares. Employees who did not pay by the deadline of 115年10月16日 must complete payment from 115年10月19日 through 11月18日; those who miss the deadline will forfeit their subscription rights. 富味鄉 (1260): Announces change in audit committee membershiphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405088Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:37:09 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站富味鄉 (1260) announced a change in audit committee membership, with 尤愛齡 appointed as an independent director on 115/10/16. 泰合 (6467): Announces full receipt of proceeds from cash capital increase before initial listing of company shares and record date for the capital increasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405087Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:36:55 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站泰合生技藥品股份有限公司 announced full receipt of proceeds from a cash capital increase before the initial listing of its shares and set 115年10月16日 as the record date for the capital increase. 中茂 (5205): Announces change in general managerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405059Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:36:55 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站中茂 (5205) announced that general manager 詹益國 resigned on 115/10/16 because the number of independent directors fell below 4, making it impermissible for the chairman and general manager to be the same person. Business division deputy general manager 卓立 will serve in the role on an interim basis; a new general manager will be announced after board approval. 中茂 (5205): Announces board election of chairmanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405058Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:36:38 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站中茂 (5205) announced that its board elected 詹益國 as the new chairman on 115/10/16, replacing 李建賢, who resigned. 富喬 (1815): The company's securities recently met the criteria for the publication of trading information on the OTC market, so the company is releasing related financial and business information to help investors make an informed assessment.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405057Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:20:11 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站富喬 (1815) released recent financial and business information showing substantial year-on-year growth in monthly and quarterly revenue, pretax net profit, and net profit attributable to owners of the parent, with results turning from a loss to a profit. 和詮 (6673): Announces acquisition of right-of-use assets from a related party (lease agreement amendment)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405086Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:20:01 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站和詮 (6673) announced an amendment to its lease agreement with related party 威克半導體股份有限公司, reducing the leased area from 1,483 ping to 1,017 ping and the monthly rent from approximately NT$623,000 to NT$427,000. 三地能源 (6946): Announces full receipt of proceeds from private placement of common shares and capital increase record datehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405085Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:09:03 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站三地能源 announced full receipt of proceeds from a private placement of common shares and the capital increase record date. It issued 30,000,000 shares for total proceeds of NT$300,000,000. 富味鄉 (1260): Announces that the company's 115 first special shareholders' meeting approved lifting restrictions on directors-elect and their representatives from engaging in competing businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405084Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:08:19 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站富味鄉 (1260) announced that its first special shareholders' meeting, held on 115年10月16日, approved lifting the restrictions on 洪群雄, a newly elected director, and 尤愛齡, an independent director, from engaging in competing businesses. 益材科技 (7879): Announces receipt of accountant's assurance report on the review of the internal control systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405083Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:08:16 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站益材科技 announced receipt of an accountant's assurance report on the review of its internal control system, with an unqualified opinion. 富味鄉 (1260): Announces elected directors from by-election at the company's 115 first special shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405082Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:08:04 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站富味鄉 (1260) announced the directors elected in a by-election at its 115 first special shareholders' meeting: 洪群雄, representative of 宏貿投資股份有限公司, as a director, and 尤愛齡 as an independent director. 富味鄉 (1260): Announces key resolutions of the company's 115 first special shareholders' meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405081Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:07:29 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站富味鄉 (1260) announced resolutions passed at its 115 first special shareholders' meeting, including waiving preemptive subscription rights for a cash capital increase, electing directors in a by-election, and lifting restrictions on engaging in competing businesses. 中探針 (6217): The company's securities have repeatedly met the criteria for publication of trading information recently, so the company is announcing related information to help investors make an informed assessmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405056Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:03:28 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站中探針 (6217) announced that its securities have repeatedly met the criteria for publication of trading information recently and disclosed monthly, quarterly, and cumulative financial and business information for the most recent four quarters. 合富-KY (4745): Announces balance and collection status of self-reported accounts receivable for 115年9月https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405055Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:03:20 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站合富-KY announced the balance and collection status of accounts receivable for 115年9月. Overdue amounts were mainly due to delays in medical insurance subsidies to public hospitals; the company is stepping up collection efforts and legal proceedings. 金居 (8358): Announces establishment of a nomination committeehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405054Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:58:53 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站金居 (8358) announced the establishment of a nomination committee, comprising four independent directors: 梁彥平, 王禮剛, 何健隆, and 曾煥雄. 梁彥平 was elected convener, effective 115/10/16. 金居 (8358): The company's board resolved to make a capital increase in subsidiary Co-Tech Development (Penang) Sdn. Bhd.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405053Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:49:30 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站金居 (8358) board resolves to inject NT$1.4 billion into its 100%-owned subsidiary, Co-Tech Development (Penang) Sdn. Bhd., to meet business development needs and expand its production site in Malaysia. 樺晟 (3202): Announces correction to the company’s reported information on loans to others from 115年1月 to 8月https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405095Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:46:16 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站樺晟 (3202) announced corrections to its reported information on loans to others from 115年1月 to 8月, revising the loan balance, previous month's balance, maximum limit and other fields for certain months. The information has been updated on the Market Observation Post System. 群聯 (8299): Announces that the company has been invited to attend the 3Q26 earnings announcement online investor conference hosted by 麥格理證券 (English session)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405052Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:44:19 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站群聯 announced that it has been invited to attend the 3Q26 earnings announcement online investor conference hosted by 麥格理證券 at 115/11/06 17:00. 惠普 (8424): Announces change in the company’s head of internal audithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405051Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:44:06 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站惠普(8424)公告內部稽核主管林明湲於115/10/16辭職。 昕奇雲端 (7747): Announces the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115年https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405050Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:36:00 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站昕奇雲端科技股份有限公司公告115年第3季合併報表自結數，單季營業利益為NTD46,093仟元，累計稅前淨利為NTD159,390仟元。 昱展新藥 (6785): The company has submitted an application to 美國FDA for a Phase 2 clinical trial of ALA-3000, a new-formulation drug for treatment-resistant depressionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405049Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:26:15 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站昱展新藥 (6785) announced that it has submitted an application to 美國FDA for a Phase 2 clinical trial of ALA-3000, a new-formulation drug for treatment-resistant depression. 佐茂 (7854): Correction to the reported monthly and cumulative revenue for 115年09月https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405080Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:21:00 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站佐茂股份有限公司 corrected its monthly and cumulative operating revenue for 115年9月 due to an error in the reported revenue amount. 力旺 (3529): The company has been invited to an overseas investor conference hosted by 櫃買中心 and 台新證券https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405048Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:14 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站力旺 (3529) announced that it has been invited to an overseas investor conference hosted by 櫃買中心 and 台新證券 in Singapore on 115年10月29日, where it will discuss financial and business information. 晶呈科技 (4768): Announces a change in the company’s accounting officerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-15/index-en-p6.html#n3405047Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:53:51 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站晶呈科技 announced that accounting officer 鄭雅玲 resigned for personal career-planning reasons, effective 115/10/16. The successor will be announced after appointment by the board.