尚茂 (8291): Announces completion of the capital reduction and registration of the change in capital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
尚茂 (8291) announced completion of the capital reduction and registration of the change in capital. Paid-in capital decreased from approximately NT$175 million to approximately NT$85.64 million, while net asset value per share increased from 3.32 to 6.78. Trading of the new shares on the over-the-counter market is scheduled for 115年11月30日.
Facts
NT$174,784,500
17,478,450 shares outstanding
Net asset value per share: 3.32
NT$85,644,400
8,564,440 shares outstanding
Net asset value per share: 6.78
Number of ordinary shares listed on the OTC market: 5,028,987 shares
康和期 (5867): Announces the record date and related matters for the cash capital increase and issuance of new shares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
康和期貨 announced details of its cash capital increase and issuance of new shares, including the subscription record date, issue price and use of proceeds.
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Tongren Village, Yunshui Village and Ruifeng Village in Zhongpu Township, Chiayi County, due to emergency repairs following a burst pipe. The outage is scheduled to run from 2026年10月16日15:54 to 20:00.
內政部消防署 issued a notice that a major fire incident (cars and motorcycles) in Shiquan 3rd Road, Sanmin District, Kaohsiung City, has been closed, and urged the public to avoid the alert area.
台灣自來水公司 said that work has been hampered by 台電 high-voltage underground cables, requiring an extension of the emergency water outage for leak repairs in multiple villages in Qieding District, Kaohsiung City.
台灣自來水公司 said an emergency repair of a water leak at No. 100, Jiali 3rd Street, Xincheng Township, has caused a water outage in Jiamin Village, Xiulin Township, Guoqiang Village, Hualien City, and several areas of Xincheng Township, Hualien County.
Emergency repairs to a water leak beside No. 37, Section 1, Shenlin Road, Dayah District, have caused a water outage in Shangya, Shangfeng, Yuanlin and Yafeng villages in Dayah District, Taichung City.
台灣自來水公司 has implemented a water outage in parts of Banqiao District, New Taipei City, due to emergency leak repairs on Xinyi Road, Banqiao, and relocation of 台電 pipelines.
台灣自來水公司 issued an update on the water outage in Xinyi Village and Guangfu Village, Banqiao District, New Taipei City, due to emergency repairs to a water leak beside No. 161, Xinyi Road, Banqiao. The outage is scheduled to run from 2026年10月16日10:32 to 17:00.
台灣自來水公司 will replace pipelines along Zhengde Road in Puzi Village, Shalu District, Taichung City, to improve water supply stability and reduce the risk of pipeline leaks。The planned water outage will run from Oct. 16 to 19, 2026。
A leak was caused when 台電 damaged a 100mm PVCP pipe near Lane 2, Section 2, Ren'ai Road, Luzhu District。台灣自來水公司 is carrying out emergency repairs, resulting in a water outage in Wufu Village and Changshou Village, Luzhu District, Taoyuan City。
Emergency repairs are underway for a suspected leak in a 150mm PVC pipe in front of Changheng Road, Xiaogang District。The repairs have resulted in water outages in multiple villages in Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City。
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Fengming Village, Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City。The alert is effective from 2026-10-16T14:13:54 until 2026-10-17T17:00:00。
台灣自來水公司 will shut off water in Anxi Village, Jiali District, Tainan City, for maintenance of pipeline equipment at No. 2, Lane 131, Guanghua Street, Jiali District。
台灣自來水公司 will replace pipelines along Fuan 9th Street and other roads in Chaoyang Village, Xitun District, Taichung City, to improve water supply stability and reduce the risk of pipeline leaks。The work will result in a water outage in the area。
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Guangwen Village, Shanhua District, Tainan City, due to emergency pipeline repairs beside No. 91-1, Jianye Road。The outage will affect the area from 13:35 to 17:00 on Oct. 16, 2026。
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert as crews carry out emergency repairs to a broken pipe at No. 249, Section 3, Zhongshan Road, Tanzi District。Some villages in Tanzi and Fengyuan districts, Taichung City, will be affected from 13:35 to 17:00 on Oct. 16, 2026。
台灣自來水公司 will shut off water in multiple villages in Sandimen Township and Gaoshu Township, Pingtung County, from Oct. 16 to 19, 2026, for pipeline replacement work。
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage notice for some areas of Shetou Township, Changhua County, as crews carry out emergency repairs to a leaking 50mm PVCP pipe on Chongsheng Road。
台灣自來水公司 will shut off water after replacing a faulty water control valve near the booster station in Nei'an Village and Wai'an Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County。
台灣自來水公司 will shut off water in multiple villages in Beidou Township and Raoping Village, Tianwei Township, Changhua County, from Oct. 16 to 17, 2026, for the 115-116 Beidou district metering network maintenance project。
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for some villages in Shanlin District and Qishan District, Kaohsiung City, due to emergency repairs to pipeline equipment。
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Sanhe Village, Wuri District, Taichung City, as crews carry out emergency repairs to a leaking fire hydrant beside No. 330, Section 1, Sanrong Road。The outage will affect the area from 13:15 to 17:00 on Oct. 16, 2026。
台灣自來水公司 issued an alert for a water outage in some villages in Bali District, New Taipei City, due to emergency repairs to a broken pipe。The affected areas include Dakan Village, Pitou Village, Dinggu Village and Jiucheng Village。The alert is effective from 2026-10-16T12:58:10 until 2026-10-16T19:30:00。
中央氣象署 issued a yellow high-temperature alert for Zhutian Township, Pingtung County, advising the public to reduce outdoor activities and take precautions against sun exposure and dehydration.
台灣自來水公司 is carrying out emergency repairs to a broken pipe at No. 8-1, Bao'an Road, Yong'an District, resulting in water outages in some villages in Yong'an and Mituo districts, Kaohsiung City。
Tariff war and conflict weigh on election prospects as signs of wavering emerge in Trump's Ohio stronghold
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The article examines signs of wavering support in Ohio, a traditional stronghold for Trump, amid the impact of the tariff war and armed conflicts。Rising manufacturing costs and slim farm profits have eroded some blue-collar and agricultural voters' trust in the government, while support has fallen。Meanwhile, billionaire Elon Musk has invested about $360 million to support the Republican Party, becoming a key indicator to watch in the midterm elections。
Facts
Won 3.18 million votes in the popular vote
11.2% more than Democratic candidate Kamala Harris
48% or 49% higher than when I wasn't running
Since the 1970s
The U.S. September manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)
Has remained above 50 for the 9th consecutive month
Above 50
Ipsos June poll
Approval rating has fallen to a record low of 50%
After Xi Jinping visited the White House in late September
Trump's shifting policies deepen Ukraine's mistrust; Europe seeks strategic autonomy and less reliance on the U.S.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Trump's agreement with Russia on diesel supplies has sparked anger and a crisis of trust in Ukraine。European leaders, including those from Germany, France and Poland, are advocating greater strategic autonomy and less reliance on the U.S. to address security risks posed by Washington's shifting policies。
U.S.-Japan Keen Sword exercise to begin next week, strengthening defense of the southwestern islands
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The 2026 U.S.-Japan Keen Sword exercise will begin next week, with Japan deploying 45,000 personnel and 12,000 U.S. troops taking part。France, Australia and countries including Germany, France and the Philippines will also participate with personnel or equipment。The exercise will cover air defense, missile defense and defense of the southwestern islands。The NMESIS anti-ship missile system will be deployed on Yonaguni Island for the first time。
Facts
The Japan Self-Defense Forces' Ground, Maritime and Air branches will deploy 45,000 personnel
More than 6,000 military vehicles
40 vessels of various sizes
260 military aircraft
12,000 U.S. troops will also take part
A maximum range of over 200 to 300 kilometers, depending on the model
Hermanus, South Africa, welcomes whale-watching season; whale spotters blow horns to guide visitors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Hermanus, South Africa, welcomes whale-watching season, with whale spotters blowing horns to guide visitors. The town holds the Hermanus Whale Festival during the peak gathering period in September and October, attracting tourists. The whale population has increased by 6% to 7%, and the event combines ecotourism with conservation issues.
Facts
Each year, from June to November
The local peak period for whale gatherings in September and October
2026 Living Planet Report released; wildlife populations have fallen 73% in half a century
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The 2026 Living Planet Report says global vertebrate wildlife populations declined 73% from 1970 to 2022, but species such as green sea turtles and African elephants have recovered through conservation efforts. The report stresses the need to transform energy, food and financial systems to prevent ecological collapse.
Facts
80 coastal communities around the world
During the 52 years from 1970 to 2022
Covering 5790 vertebrate species
Freshwater species populations saw the largest decline, at 85%
Terrestrial species declined by 69%
Marine species declined by 59%
About $7 trillion is still spent annually subsidizing fossil fuels
$470 billion in subsidies for agricultural practices that damage ecosystems
日本將棋聯盟 introduced a new system in June 2025 under which earning the title of Hakurei 5 times guarantees direct entry into the professional ranks. Female player Tomoka Nishiyama has met this condition and could become the first woman professional player in the association's century-long history. She could be formally certified as early as April 1, 2027.
Facts
Japan's 31-year-old female player Tomoka Nishiyama
Against her 34-year-old opponent Kana Fukuma
Original在下完第118手、也就是2人整場第118次落子後
With a record of 4 wins and 1 loss
Original1924年創立的東京將棋聯盟
There are only 2 paths
Before turning 26
Only the top 2 advance
Record 10 wins and 5 losses
Then continue by challenging 5 newly promoted professional players
She must win 3 games
Around 14 years old in 2010
Joined at the lowest rank, 6-kyu
Original2014年，她升上「獎勵會初段」
At the end of 2015, at the age of 20
At the age of 20
The second woman to make it into the three-dan league
Therefore, in 2021, after turning 25
After turning 25
She debuted as a female 3-dan
Promoted to her current female 5-dan rank
A total of 4 titles
However, when she challenged the "transfer examination" in 2025
She still had a record of 2 wins and 3 losses
Until 日本將棋聯盟 in June 2025
Earn the Hakurei title 5 times in total
Must be done within 2 weeks of receiving the invitation
Training conversational AI as department heads: Japanese companies create zero-employee departments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Japan's NEC has established a zero-employee department made up of 39 AI agents, covering functions such as financial analysis and management meetings, and plans to expand it by the end of the year. Meanwhile, NTT Docomo, KDDI, 三井住友金融集團 and 日立製造所 have also launched conversational AI or business support services, while NICT is developing the WISDOM-AR system to assess AI safety risks.
Facts
Each is handled by 39 AI agents
The original difference was only 2,900 yen
The difference was recorded as 2.92 million yen
Business plans from 1,500 companies around the world
Taitung has the nation's highest share of seniors living alone; county launches at-home fitness coaching to improve mobility
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The share of seniors living alone in Taitung County is 21%, the highest in the country. The county government plans to recruit 600 senior care workers and launch the nation's first at-home fitness coaching service, providing free assistance to help older people maintain muscle strength and mobility.
China's ChangXin announces memory technology breakthrough; global semiconductor and tech stocks tumble
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
China's 長鑫存儲 announced a breakthrough in memory technology, triggering a sharp sell-off in global semiconductor and technology stocks. The IMF raised its global growth forecast and warned of risks from excessive reliance on the AI industry.
U.S. military plan to livestream firing-squad execution of death-row inmate sparks outcry; Trump announces cancellation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The U.S. military planned to execute Hasan by firing squad on December 3 and livestream the entire event, drawing controversy and opposition at home and abroad. President Trump subsequently announced the cancellation of the livestream plan.
Facts
This year (2026)
13 people killed
32 people injured
The military scheduled the execution by firing squad for December 3
68% of respondents believed
28% believed
In 2025, worldwide
17 countries carried out
At least 2,707 executions
The highest figure since 1981
Compared with 1,518 in 2024
A sharp increase of about 78%
Iran executed at least 2,159 people
Saudi Arabia executed 356 people
Original占了全球已知總數的9成以上
Carried out last year (2025)
Carried out 47 executions
On October 10, the World Day Against the Death Penalty
Illegal dumping of plastic waste clogs drainage canal at Bajia Pavilion in Erlun, Yunlin
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
About 20 tons of mixed waste plastic and garbage were illegally dumped in the Bajiaoting drainage channel in Erlun Township, Yunlin County, obstructing the water flow. After receiving a report, 雲林縣環保局 worked with police to investigate and asked 農水署 to clean up the waste. Authorities will trace those responsible and impose fines under the Waste Disposal Act.
Facts
A visual estimate put the amount at around 20 metric tons.
Tree-protection groups concerned over tree felling at 望月公園; New Taipei transportation department says plans are preliminary and not finalized
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Tree-protection groups are concerned that a multistory parking garage will be built at 望月公園 and 189 trees felled. Residents and groups protested at 新北市政府. 新北市交通局 responded that the plan is only preliminary and has not been finalized, and that the entire park has only 189 trees, making claims that all of them would be cut down inaccurate.
Proposed revision to pay for contract staff at public preschools would raise starting salary for bachelor's degree holders to NT$48,800
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A proposed revision to pay for contract staff at public preschools would raise the starting salary for bachelor's degree holders to NT$48,800. The first pay grade for childcare providers with master's degrees or higher would rise to NT$51,190, while the rate for those with associate degrees would increase to NT$45,380. The pay scale would expand from 20 to 25 grades to encourage experienced staff to stay. The plan also calls for childcare providers, assistant childcare providers, social workers and nursing staff hired before Jan. 1, 2027, to receive a NT$2,000 salary increase from Aug. 1 to Dec. 31 this year, based on the existing pay scale.
Facts
The first pay grade for childcare providers with master's degrees or higher would rise from NT$43,715 to NT$51,190.
The first pay grade for childcare providers with associate degrees would rise from NT$39,126 to NT$45,380.
The pay scale would also expand from the current 20 grades to 25.
At the 25th pay grade, a bachelor's degree holder could earn NT$80,490 a month.
Childcare providers hired before Jan. 1, 2027.
Salaries will be increased by NT$2,000 based on the existing pay scale.
Unannounced cuts to northern intercity bus routes spark public anger; 國光客運 urgently dispatches tour buses to help
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
國光客運 unexpectedly canceled 65 northern intercity bus departures starting on the 14th due to a driver shortage, sparking public anger. The company has urgently dispatched tour buses to help and apologized. 公路局台北區監理所 confirmed the missed departures and said the company had not applied in advance to reduce service, and will be fined under the law.
Autumn heat to last until next Tuesday; northern Taiwan turns damp and cool from the 21st
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Autumn heat is expected to last until next Tuesday, with northeastern monsoon influence bringing damp and cooler weather to northern Taiwan from the 21st. The 29th typhoon, Co-may, has formed, and its track remains highly uncertain.
Facts
Highs could reach 30 to 34°C.
Highs will fall to around 26 degrees.
This year's No. 29 typhoon, Co-may.
The radius of the storm's wind field is also 80 to 100 kilometers.
Cash box at unattended self-service store cut open and damaged; Changhua police pursue 2 suspected thieves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Two suspected thieves used an angle grinder to cut open a payment machine at an unattended online shopping pickup store in Lukang, Changhua, in the early hours of the 15th, stole a metal cash box containing money and fled. Police have identified the vehicle and suspects through surveillance footage and are actively investigating. Scholars recommended that businesses strengthen access controls and security systems to prevent crime.
Tainan security guard accused of stealing armored vehicle and fleeing by motorcycle with NT$14.5 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A security guard in Tainan is suspected of stealing an armored vehicle during a job with a colleague, diverting the colleague before driving off with NT$14.5 million and fleeing on a motorcycle. Police used tracking systems and surveillance footage to arrest 4 people and recover NT$12.55 million. Another accomplice remains at large.
Facts
The 8th of this month.
Through the 16th.
Arrested 4 people.
There is still 1 accomplice.
Original得手1400餘萬元
NT$12.55 million has been recovered.
At least 5 people have been identified as involved so far.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's proposal to relocate Songshan Airport has sparked a dispute between central and local governments. Premier Cho Jung-tai, Defense Minister Wellington Koo, Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang and Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai each responded, stressing military missions, the safety of medical evacuations and the need for professional assessment. They urged Chiang to consult experts rather than make a hasty decision.
Facts
It was reported that at the Cabinet meeting on the 15th, Cho Jung-tai not only raised questions directly with Chiang Wan-an.
However, Wellington Koo responded on the 16th.
He noted that the Taipei City Government had already written back to the Ministry of Transportation in 2023 to express its position on relocating the airport.
U.S. state elementary school shooting leaves 4 students and teachers dead; 16-year-old gunman killed by nearby resident
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Oregon left 4 teachers and students dead and 2 people seriously injured. The 16-year-old gunman was killed by a resident of a nearby community. It was the 25th school shooting in the United States this year.
Taichung Super Dome BOT project signed; NT$60 billion investment to build 45,000-seat indoor baseball stadium
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The contract for the Taichung Super Dome BOT project was signed on the 16th by Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and representatives of 台灣人壽. The NT$60 billion project is expected to build an indoor baseball stadium with a capacity of 45,000 and generate an estimated NT$635.5 billion in economic output.
Global Future Industry Development Index: China surpasses the U.S. in overall competitiveness for the first time, with industrial scale as the main reason for its rise to the top
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Canadian think tank ICV TA&K released a report showing that China scored 92.85 points to surpass the U.S. for the first time and rank first in the Global Future Industry Development Index, demonstrating its advantage in industrial scale.
Facts
China rose to the top spot globally for the first time with a total score of 92.85, surpassing the U.S. (91.55).
The report assessed seven major frontier fields, including artificial general intelligence, neurointelligence and embodied intelligence.
The U.S. remains No. 1 globally in “innovation and research capacity” (93.7 points) and “ecosystem” (91.84 points).
China ranks first in “industrial deployment and maturity” (94.0 points) and “policy agility” (91.78 points).
Germany rose to third place with 79.36 points, while South Korea ranked fourth with 78.14 points.
The San Francisco Bay Area ranked first in the industrial cluster maturity index with 97.5 points.
The Pearl River Delta followed closely in second place globally with 95.8 points and was dubbed the “Silicon Valley of hardware.”
South Korea plays a key role in AI computing, supplying about 80% of global HBM3e/HBM4 high-bandwidth memory.
Real estate: Taiwan recorded just over 3100 presale disclosures in August, less than half the long-term monthly average
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
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Facts
Presale disclosures remained below 4000 for 9 consecutive months in August, near the bottom of the range compared with the average of about 7000 over the previous 68 months.
曾敬德, project manager at 信義房屋’s Real Estate Research and Planning Office, said the presale market is still being driven by individual projects, with developers taking a cautious approach to launches.
Presale transaction volume in August this year was only about 3 tenths of the level before the seventh wave took effect.
The 2026 928 home-buying season saw no wave of major project launches. With elections approaching, outdoor wall advertisements mostly featured candidates rather than property sales promotions.
A haven amid tech stock volatility! Biotech and pharmaceutical stocks rally, with 禮來 and AbbVie nearing record highs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Biotech and pharmaceutical stocks such as 禮來 and AbbVie have become a haven amid tech stock volatility, with their steady performance sending share prices near record highs. Investors are turning to consumer staples and government bonds while also betting on growth from weight-loss drugs and new formulations.
Facts
道富 Healthcare Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLV-US) hits record high
禮來 shares close up at $1251.61 per share
禮來 has completed 40 deals so far this year, totaling $20 billion
AbbVie shares set a record closing high of $283.48
Skyrizi generated $17.6 billion in revenue last year
吉利德科學 and 安進 shares rose 7.7% and 7.0%, respectively, over the past five trading days
聯合健康集團 shares rose 9.1% after it reported solid third-quarter results
道富 SPDR S&P Biotech ETF (XBI-US) fell 2.8% over the past month
TISA assets top NT$10 billion; the 0050-linked fund dominates with NT$6.12 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
TISA-class funds’ assets surpassed NT$10.8 billion in September. The 0050-linked fund’s TISA class remained the market leader, with assets of NT$6.12 billion and a 56% share, benefiting from its low-cost advantage and expectations of tax breaks.
Facts
TISA-class funds received NT$1.207 billion in monthly contributions in September, bringing total assets above NT$10.8 billion.
The 0050-linked fund’s TISA class received NT$605 million in monthly contributions, bringing its total assets to NT$6.12 billion.
The 0050-linked fund’s TISA class accounted for 56% of all TISA-class assets.
Original0050連結基金TISA級別提供經理費5折及0手續費的優惠。
As of 10/14, 0050 had returned 2,454.5% since inception, with an annualized return of about 15.14%.
東元’s 利明献: AI computing demand continues; company pivots to “solutions integrator” to capture opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
東元 (1504-TW) held a 70th-anniversary forum on the 16th, where Chairman 利明献 announced the company’s transformation into an AI solutions integrator. It is using modular technology to shorten data center construction times and expanding into edge AI and microgrid markets.
Facts
東元 held a 70th-anniversary forum on the 16th, where Chairman 利明献 spoke to the media.
東元 is transforming from a single-equipment supplier into a solutions integrator.
Building a traditional data center takes about 18 to 24 months.
東元 can shorten data center construction to 9 months through prefabrication and modularization.
AI computing power will extend to edge AI, and countries and industries will each have their own sovereign AI.
Lite-On and 雲達 showcase NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 rack-scale solution at 2026 OCP
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
光寶科 (2301-TW) and 雲達 (QCT) showcased a 110kW Power Shelf supporting NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 at the 2026 OCP Global Summit, aiming to optimize power delivery for high-density AI racks and meet the computing demands of Agentic AI.
Facts
光寶科 and 雲達 jointly showcased a solution supporting the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 platform at the 2026 OCP Global Summit.
The featured core product is a 110kW rack-mount power supply (Power Shelf).
金屬中心 Integrates Key Hydrogen Technologies, Advancing High-Pressure Hydrogen Storage and Transport and Hydrogen Blending Combustion Applications
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
金屬中心 held a hydrogen technology seminar, showcasing R&D achievements in high-pressure hydrogen storage and transport and hydrogen blending combustion, and advancing industrial applications through plant verification and alliance partnerships.
Facts
With support from the Ministry of Economic Affairs' Department of Industrial Technology, 金屬中心 held a technical seminar on the hydrogen industrial applications supply chain.
金屬中心 established a β-site demonstration facility for a hydrogen blending combustion steel-coil annealing furnace at 中鴻鋼鐵.
金屬中心 partnered with 首銳銲材 to develop domestically produced hydrogen embrittlement-resistant welding materials.
金屬中心 joined forces with 俊鼎機械 to advance high-pressure hydrogen storage tank manufacturing and heavy-plate welding technology.
Powertech Labs President Pierre Poulain of Canada was invited to share progress on its collaboration with 金屬中心.
Real estate: With the same NT$15 million budget in New Taipei, buyers get 10 ping more in an existing home than in a pre-sale unit, says broker
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
永慶房屋 analyzed home-buying options on a NT$15 million budget in New Taipei City's 10 hottest areas, finding that the gap in floor area between pre-sale and existing homes was largest in Xizhi District, at 10.3 ping, reflecting how housing product mix varies by district and affects living space.
Facts
永慶房屋 analyzed apartment buildings priced under NT$15 million in New Taipei City's 10 administrative districts with the highest transaction volumes over the past year.
Xizhi District had the largest gap in average floor area between pre-sale and existing homes in this analysis, at 10.3 ping.
Linkou District followed, with an average floor-area gap of 8.5 ping between pre-sale and existing homes.
Tamsui District was the only area in this analysis with no gap: pre-sale and existing homes both averaged 33.1 ping.
The average floor-area gap between pre-sale and existing homes in Banqiao District was just 0.5 ping.
With the same NT$15 million budget, pre-sale homes in Tamsui District averaged 33.1 ping, compared with just 9.7 ping in Yonghe District, a difference of more than 2 times.
AI Boom and Resilient Domestic Demand Drive Malaysia's Third-Quarter Economic Growth Above Forecasts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Malaysia's GDP grew 5.3% year over year in the third quarter, beating expectations, as the AI boom boosted electronics exports and domestic demand remained resilient. Manufacturing and services both expanded, the government raised its full-year growth forecast, and markets expect a possible central bank rate hike.
Facts
Malaysia's GDP grew 5.3% year over year in the third quarter, exceeding the median forecast of 5.1% by economists.
Malaysia's manufacturing sector grew 7.5% in the third quarter, driven primarily by exports of electrical and electronic products.
華僑銀行 economists expect Malaysia's central bank to raise its policy rate by 25 basis points.
The Malaysian government raised its economic growth forecast for 2026 to 4.8%-5.3%.
Most sectors of Malaysia's economy grew in the third quarter, with mining and quarrying the only ones to contract.
宏正 Unveils First Industrial-Grade KVM Extender, Targeting Mission-Critical Applications in Extreme Environments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
宏正 (6277-TW) launched its first industrial-grade KVM extender, the KE6948A, which meets DNV maritime certification and IACS E10 and IEC 60945 standards. Designed for extreme environments, the product features fanless cooling and salt-spray resistance, along with enhanced information security and remote management capabilities. It is suited to critical infrastructure in maritime, energy and aviation settings.
Facts
宏正 announced the launch of its first industrial-grade KVM extender, the KE6948A.
The KE6948A meets DNV classification society maritime certification requirements.
The KE6948A complies with the international standards IACS E10 and IEC 60945.
The KE6948A uses a fanless passive cooling design.
The KE6948A is resistant to salt spray.
The KE6948A can be integrated with CCKM management software.
華碩 Teams Up with Taipei City Government to Create World Labs AI Smart Classroom and Establish a Dedicated Campus AI Computing Center
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
華碩文教基金會 donated hardware to Taipei Municipal Zhongshan Junior High School to establish a dedicated campus AI computing center, aiming to enhance students' and teachers' practical AI skills and data security.
Facts
華碩文教基金會 joined the Taipei City Government's Department of Education and Taipei Municipal Zhongshan Junior High School on the 16th to inaugurate the World Labs AI Smart Classroom.
華碩 donated 70 ASUS Chromebook CM32 devices and 2 ASUS Ascent GX10 desktop AI supercomputers to establish a dedicated campus AI computing center.
華碩文教基金會 Chief Executive Officer Wei Xingjuan.
Zhongshan Junior High School and the Taipei City Digital Learning Center are using the donated AI supercomputers to jointly build a dedicated AI computing center.
華碩 has previously partnered with Taipei's Yixian Elementary School to create the Yixue Classroom and with Taoyuan's Wenxin Elementary School to establish the AI Thinking Chain Smart Classroom.
Major Partnership: Poland's Energy Ministry and Industry Heavyweight Orlen Visit Taiwan, Eyeing New Opportunities in Hydrogen Drones and Power Generation
Breaking out of the HBM framework! SK海力士 showcases next-generation AI memory to capture inference opportunities, betting on a CXL＋HBF ecosystem.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SK海力士 showcased its MARS architecture and HBF technology at OCP Global Summit 2026, and unveiled CXL 3.2 memory, aiming to expand the boundaries of AI infrastructure and meet demand for inference.
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SK海力士 showcased its next-generation AI memory technology at OCP Global Summit 2026, held in California, the United States.
SK海力士 Senior Vice President Kim Ho-sik delivered a keynote on the key MARS technology (Memory-Centric AI Rack-Scale System).
MARS uses a disaggregated architecture that separates computing and memory resources, creating a shareable rack-scale memory pool.
High-bandwidth flash memory (HBF) is based on NAND stacking and positioned between HBM and SSDs.
At the same event, SK海力士 unveiled its second-generation 256GB memory product based on CXL 3.2.
SK海力士’s second-generation CXL 3.2 memory product offers more than twice the bandwidth of the previous generation and improves energy efficiency by about 30%.
騰訊 launches “Green Bubble Short Dramas” mini-program, taking on 字節跳動’s “Red Fruit Short Dramas” head-on once again.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
騰訊 launched the “Green Bubble Short Dramas” mini-program on WeChat, using a free IAA model and social distribution to compete with 字節跳動’s “Red Fruit Short Dramas,” aiming to consolidate micro-drama traffic within the WeChat ecosystem.
Facts
騰訊 recently quietly launched a free mini-program called “Green Bubble Short Dramas” within the WeChat ecosystem.
As of May 2026, China’s micro-drama user base had reached 851 million.
As of July 2026, the Red Fruit Short Dramas standalone app had reached 168 million daily active users (DAU).
High-quality new dramas participating in the joint distribution model can receive revenue incentives of up to 100%.
Fed Chair Warsh: AI will benefit the US economy, but the process will be very bumpy! He says nothing about the rate outlook as US stock futures edge up.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fed Chair Warsh discussed AI’s long-term benefits for the US economy and its implications for monetary policy at the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok, while warning that the process would be bumpy. He made no comment on interest rates, pushing up market expectations that the Fed would leave rates unchanged in October, while US stock futures edged higher.
Facts
Fed raises rates in September to a range of 3.75-4.0%.
Market odds of a Fed rate hike in October fell to about 17%.
Warsh declined to prejudge the outcome of the upcoming meeting.
特斯拉 can fly! Second-generation Roadster officially unveiled, with underbody fans that can attach it to ceilings and SpaceX propulsion technology enabling brief flights.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
特斯拉 unveiled the second-generation Roadster at a SpaceX test site in Texas, demonstrating its flight capability using propulsion technology. It will come in Performance, Thrust and Rocket versions, with mass production expected to begin in 2028.
Facts
特斯拉 unveiled the second-generation Roadster at a SpaceX test site in Texas, demonstrating maneuvers including driving upside down on a ramp and briefly taking flight.
The second-generation Roadster will come in Performance, Thrust and Rocket versions, with a top speed of more than 370 kilometers per hour.
The Performance version accelerates in less than 0.6 seconds, reaching 60 miles per hour from a standstill in about 0.81 seconds.
The Rocket version is a single-seat flying model, with about 10 cold-gas thrusters positioned around the vehicle.
The deposit is $50,000 for the Performance version and $250,000 for the Thrust version.
特斯拉 expects to begin mass production of the second-generation Roadster in 2028.
晨星 analysts estimate annual sales of about 2,000 second-generation Roadsters, making it a typical halo car.
Trump considers further military action against Iran, targeting nuclear facilities.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
US President Trump said Thursday night that he was considering a strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, targeting Pickaxe Mountain without the need for ground troops. Although he softened his stance over oil price concerns ahead of the midterm elections, the US military is still planning to resume military action in November and is assessing the use of MOAB bombs.
Facts
US President Trump said Thursday night (15) that he was considering further attacks on Iran, particularly against nuclear facilities in Tehran.
In an interview with Newsmax, Trump discussed striking Pickaxe Mountain, a suspected underground nuclear facility, and said he would try to destroy it quickly.
CNN reported Thursday that the Pentagon is drawing up plans that include using GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bombs against Iran’s energy and nuclear infrastructure after the midterm elections.
Trump believes there is no need to send ground troops into Iran.
Multiple reports say the United States plans to resume military action against Iran in November, while Tehran is also believed to be preparing for such a scenario.
Promoting the development of barrier-free data nationwide — Establishing guidelines and data development specifications to create mobility assistance services
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 has established guidelines and data development specifications to promote the development and updating of barrier-free data for pedestrian spaces and other areas by local governments and other entities. This is expected to enable data sharing across regions and the creation of services such as mobility assistance apps.
国土交通省 has selected 大阪府池田市 to host an on-site demonstration to verify technology that uses AI to automatically extract barrier information about pedestrian spaces.
Toward a future with reduced CO2 emissions! “Low-CO2 Emissions Leading Projects 2026” selected — Selection of proposals for the Reiwa 8 Sustainable Buildings and Other Structures Leading Project (LCCO₂ Evaluation Type)
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 announced that it selected 6 “Low-CO2 Emissions Leading Projects 2026” from the general category as part of the results of applications for the Reiwa 8 Sustainable Buildings and Other Structures Leading Project (LCCO₂ Evaluation Type). There will be no second round of applications.
Facts
6 “Low-CO₂ Emissions Leading Projects 2026”
8 applications were submitted in the general category
Environmental and Stock Utilization Promotion Project (3.602 billion yen)
As a rule, 300 million yen per project
Large-scale buildings (2,000 m² or more)
Companies mentioned：ANSCHUTZ ENTERTAINMENT AEG JAPAN 合同会社、三菱重工業株式会社、株式会社紀陽銀行、野村不動産株式会社、株式会社 小俣組、エコワークス株式会社、国立研究開発法人 建築研究所、一般財団法人 住宅・建築 SDGs 推進センター、岩手県立大学盛岡短期大学部、芝浦工業大学、東京大学空間情報科学研究センター、三井住友信託銀行、東京科学大学、横浜国立大学、東京大学大学院、早稲田大学、法政大学、明治大学、東京都市大学
Projects for “energy-saving renovation work on buildings” selected — Reiwa 8 Project to Promote Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 selected 15 projects from 17 applications in the first round of applications for the Reiwa 8 Project to Promote Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings. Priority was given to projects with a high proportion of structural renovations and significant energy-saving effects. The second round of applications also opened on the same day.
Call for proposals for “energy-saving renovation work on buildings” — Second round of proposals for the Reiwa 8 Project to Promote Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings (LCCO₂ Evaluation Type)
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 has opened the second round of proposals for the “Reiwa 8 Project to Promote Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings (LCCO₂ Evaluation Type)” to promote energy efficiency in existing buildings. The program supports private businesses and other entities undertaking structural renovations and installing high-efficiency equipment. Results are scheduled to be announced around January of Reiwa 9.
Following the amendment to the Architects Act in July this year, which made it possible to take the First-Class Architect examination while still enrolled in school, the 中央建築士審査会 will hold the “Subcommittee on Reviewing the First-Class Architect Examination System (1st meeting)” on October 19 to deliberate the future of the examination system.
Discussing the formulation of a medium- to long-term vision for the architecture sector — Fourth meeting of the Study Group on the Medium- to Long-Term Future of the Architecture Sector
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
The Housing Bureau of 国土交通省 will hold the fourth meeting of the study group on Reiwa 8, October 20, to compile a draft medium- to long-term vision for the architecture sector.
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4th
3rd
Reiwa 8, October 20
10：00～12：00
of 2050
Companies mentioned：国土交通省、株式会社新建新聞社、神戸芸術工科大学、東京科学大学、法政大学、（株）シーラカンスアンドアソシエイツ、日経 BP 総合研究所、筑波大学、京都大学、（株）ブルースタジオ、広島県土木建築局、早稲田大学、（独）都市再生機構、（国研）建築研究所、JBN・全国工務店協会、住宅生産団体連合会、全国建設労働組合総連合、日本建設業連合会、日本建築家協会、日本建築士会連合会、日本建築士事務所協会連合会、日本ビルヂング協会連合会、不動産協会
“Technology research and development to improve the quality of road policy” — Call for research and development proposals to make roads better
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 announced a call for proposals for “Technology Research and Development to Improve the Quality of Road Policy,” with work to begin in Reiwa 9. The New Road Technology Conference will select the projects, and applications are being sought for full-scale research and proposal-based research and development.
Facts
57th New Road Technology Conference
October, Heisei 16
Within 3 years
Approximately 5 million yen to a maximum of 50 million yen per year
Rooftop greening equivalent to 3 National Stadiums created in Reiwa 7 — Results of a nationwide survey of rooftop and wall greening installations
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 announced the results of its nationwide survey of rooftop and wall greening installations in Reiwa 7. Rooftop greening that year covered approximately 21.9 ha, equivalent to 3 National Stadiums, while wall greening covered approximately 4.8 ha. Cumulative totals reached approximately 656 ha for rooftop greening and approximately 137 ha for wall greening.
“Second Meeting of the Corporate Evaluation Working Group, Study Group on the Future of the Construction Industry as a Sustainable Growth Industry” — Discussing corporate evaluation systems to realize the future the construction industry should aim for
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 will hold the second meeting of the Corporate Evaluation Working Group on October 21 to discuss a corporate evaluation system to support the sustainable growth of the construction industry.
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2017
10 years
2nd
October 21
10:00～12:00
Companies mentioned：国土交通省、株式会社日本政策投資銀行、EY 新日本有限責任監査法人、弁護士法人 Global HR Strategy、芝浦工業大学、一橋大学
Council for Social Infrastructure Development and Council for Transport Policy: Handing over the interim report on “The future of infrastructure management”
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
Announcement that Ieda, chair of the Council for Social Infrastructure Development and the Council for Transport Policy, will hand over the interim report on “The future of infrastructure management” to the 国土交通大臣.
First nationwide certification of a “Regional Motor Vehicle Passenger Transport Service Restructuring Implementation Plan” under the amended Regional Transportation Act, which takes effect today — Resolving “transportation gaps” is an investment in growth
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 has certified the first “Regional Motor Vehicle Passenger Transport Service Restructuring Implementation Plan” in Japan, submitted by 相模原市 under the amended Regional Transportation Act. The plan introduces public ridesharing using school buses to help resolve “transportation gaps.”
Central Minimum Wages Council (Plenary Council on the Future of the Minimum Wage Guideline System)
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
Meeting history and agenda list for the Central Minimum Wages Council (Plenary Council on the Future of the Benchmark System) of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The page lists meeting dates, agendas and links to minutes for fiscal year Reiwa 8 (2026) and the past fiscal years Reiwa 3–5.
213th Meeting of the Labor Conditions Subcommittee of the Labor Policy Council
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold the 213th Meeting of the Labor Conditions Subcommittee of the Labor Policy Council on October 23, Reiwa 8, at the Ministry's auditorium in Chiyoda City, Tokyo. The agenda concerns labor standards legislation, and the page includes information on how to apply to observe the meeting and other points to note.
The 271st Meeting of the Long-Term Care Benefits Subcommittee of the Social Security Council (Web conference) will be held
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold the 271st Meeting of the Long-Term Care Benefits Subcommittee of the Social Security Council on October 19, Reiwa 8, via Web conference. The agenda includes the fiscal year Reiwa 9 revision of long-term care fees, and the meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube.
Holding of the 22nd Hepatitis Treatment Strategy Council meeting
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold the 22nd Hepatitis Treatment Strategy Council meeting online on October 23, Reiwa 8. The agenda includes new treatments for viral diseases. The meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube.
Recipients selected for the Reiwa 8 Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Statistical Service Awards
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced that it has selected recipients for the Reiwa 8 Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Statistical Service Awards, recognizing 92 individuals and 528 establishments for their contributions to the development of statistical surveys. The awards will be presented in conjunction with Statistics Day on October 18.
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Minister's Awards for Reiwa 8 contributors to public health and sanitation
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
厚生労働省 announced that it has selected 103 recipients for the Reiwa 8 Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award for contributors to public health and sanitation, and will hold an awards ceremony at ホテルニューオータニ on October 23.
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103 recipients
Date and time: Friday, October 23, Reiwa 8, 12:30–13:25
Medical Devices and In Vitro Diagnostics Subcommittee meeting to be held
Published ・ Source Japan | 厚生労働省
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced that it will hold a meeting of the Pharmaceutical Affairs and Food Sanitation Council's Medical Devices and In Vitro Diagnostics Subcommittee on October 30, Reiwa 8. Part of the meeting will be closed to the public, and it is scheduled to be livestreamed on YouTube.
Call for applications for the Reiwa 8 New ZEB Support Project Using Low-Carbon Building Materials (third round)
Published ・ Source Japan | 環境省
環境省 has opened the third round of applications for the New ZEB Support Project Using Low-Carbon Building Materials. The application period runs from October 16 to December 15, Reiwa 8, and the project administrator is 一般社団法人静岡県環境資源協会.
Reiwa 8 training to develop leaders in environmental education and learning for teachers and others: Environmental education using Maruyama Zoo—considering global environmental issues through wildlife
Published ・ Source Japan | 環境省
With the cooperation of 文部科学省, 環境省 will hold training to develop leaders in environmental education and learning for teachers and others at 札幌市円山動物園 on November 7, Reiwa 8. The program focuses on learning about global environmental issues through wildlife and is intended for teachers, government officials, private-sector companies, NPOs/NGOs, university students and others.
Holding of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD-COP17), the 12th Meeting of the Parties to the Cartagena Protocol (CP-MOP12), and the 6th Meeting of the Parties to the Nagoya Protocol (NP-MOP6)