https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 79 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 68 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417152Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:21:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA藥華藥 is accelerating plans for production bases in Taiwan and the US. Its board approved a US$46 million investment in a Puerto Rico plant, expected to begin operations in 2027. It is also acquiring Canadian drugmaker FORUS Therapeutics for US$36.5 million, combining North American resources to support the global expansion of its new drug Ropeg. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416938Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:03:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS President Donald Trump denied ordering cuts to Ukraine’s Starshield service, which is provided by SpaceX. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said restrictions were decided by the US military and the president. Ukraine said the service was gradually being restored and that the White House had pressured SpaceX to restore it. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416812Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:53:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAArgentina’s Economy Minister Luis Caputo said the country is in talks with 世界銀行 to bring in US$10 billion for the private sector through the bank’s International Finance Corporation (國際金融公司), focusing on energy, mining and small and medium-sized enterprises, while also discussing artificial intelligence development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417535Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This year’s 29th typhoon, Champi, has reversed course and is heading straight for Taiwan, and is expected to strengthen into a super typhoon on the 18th. The autumn-tiger weather will bring highs of 36 degrees this weekend, while the northeast monsoon will bring rain and cooler temperatures from next Wednesday. Orchid Island and other areas face a high risk of impact. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417534Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒NCCU professor Chen Yen-ju reminded the public to include medical and long-term care costs in retirement plans, warning that budgeting only for basic living expenses may leave people short. She recommended assessing finances based on personal health and family medical history, noting that a comfortable retirement may require more than NT$20 million. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417536Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:50:50 +0900Taiwan風傳媒風向株式會社 has launched “Cat Bro’s Troubles,” a new AI political satire short series made by the original team behind “Principal Lyle.” The first episode satirizes Puma Shen’s comments on drugs and medication, aiming to explore public issues from an ordinary citizen’s perspective. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417537Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:48:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During the 2026 county and city mayoral elections, former China Broadcasting Corporation chairman Zhao Shaokang was targeted by a petition launched by KMT Central Committee member Jiang Yongxiong calling for his expulsion from the party after he interviewed DPP candidate Shen Boyang for a second time on his radio program. Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng publicly voiced support for Zhao, calling the move unwise; KMT central leadership urged party members to stay united and put the bigger picture first in order to win. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417538Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Veteran Tian Jiayi returned to his hometown at age forty and founded the “郡碩” longan orchard, combining modern information technology with traditional farming. By improving workflows and diversifying products, such as harvesting longan flowers, he drew his parents into the business and encouraged his sons, who have professional skills, to take part. His goal is to pave a sustainable path for the next generation to return home and take over. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417539Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒郡碩農創 founder Tian Jiayi uses AIoT technology to improve wood-fired longan processing in Zhongliao, Nantou, boosting efficiency and ensuring quality. By supplying 主婦聯盟 through direct channels and offering high purchase prices, he helps farmers earn fair returns and works to preserve century-old longan trees and traditional techniques. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417364Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒內政部發布2026年Q1數據顯示，台灣房價所得比升至9.47倍，台北市高達14.72倍。雙北房貸負擔率超五成屬「過低」，僅基隆、嘉義縣屬「合理」，反映購屋壓力持續存在且區域差異顯著。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417363Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Veteran flight attendant Sille told 英國《鏡報》 that passengers should avoid wearing flip-flops, shorts, crop tops and tight jeans when flying, to avoid compromising comfort and safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417362Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒An ad featuring G-Dragon endorsing 麥當勞 has appeared on the streets of Beijing, sparking discussion about whether cultural exchanges between China and South Korea are being allowed again. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417361Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒On October 14, Japanese adult video actress Nogi Hotaru publicly corrected fabricated details about her personal history, acknowledging that her real birthday is June 2 and that she was born in Yamaguchi Prefecture. She explained that she had kept the truth from her family to protect them, and said that although her relationship with her mother had once broken down, it is now improving. She also denied having plastic surgery to set the record straight. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417365Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Health and Welfare is promoting an integrated inpatient care service plan, with a goal of covering half of acute-care beds by 2028. A total of 3214 care attendants are currently involved. The service operates mainly through direct hospital hiring, outsourced staffing and hybrid models, but finding staff remains the biggest challenge. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417366Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Tourism Administration statistics show that Lukang Old Street was Changhua’s most popular attraction from January to August 2026, drawing nearly 17.92 million visits. Wangong Fishing Harbor and Tianwei Highway Garden ranked second and third, respectively. The article details what makes each attraction special and the praise they have received from visitors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417371Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Transportation announced new license renewal rules for older drivers, lowering the renewal age to 70 and affecting about 1.28 million seniors. The new rules waive dementia screening and offer up to 36,000 in TPASS subsidies to encourage seniors to use public transportation and help ensure road safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417370Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral race, candidates Ko Chih-en and Lai Jui-lung have focused on air pollution. Official data show that although Kaohsiung's PM2.5 levels have declined year by year, they still tend to worsen in autumn and winter, and the current annual average has not met the new standard. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417369Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒From late October through the end of the year, hotels and restaurants including 台北凱達大飯店, 王品集團 and 夏慕尼 are offering a range of deals. These include buffet discounts, gifts for customers whose names or ID numbers match specified criteria, and free meals or discounts for birthday celebrants dining with companions, in a bid to attract year-end gatherings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417368Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒For events marking the 160th anniversary of Sun Yat-sen's birth in 2026, the Chinese Communist Party plans to hold expanded commemorations and invite Kuomintang figures. Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council has urged a boycott, citing the united front agenda behind the differing anniversary calculations, as the two sides vie for control of historical narratives. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417367Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒特斯拉 showcased its second-generation Roadster, equipped with rocket propulsion technology, in Texas on Thursday and announced that it will enter mass production in 2028. Although early customers have waited nine years, pricing and details on whether it can be driven on public roads have yet to be confirmed. The move signals the company's return to its core driving business. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417372Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The first 2 of Taiwan's 66 F-16V fighter jets arrived in October 2026. The total price was NT$247.2 billion. Because the electronic warfare system has not passed testing, the aircraft are being delivered with items missing, and delivery of the entire fleet is not expected until 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417373Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:10:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒International Smart Energy Week opened on October 14, but the exhibition space has shrunk, photovoltaic booths have declined and only 4 offshore wind developers are participating. Companies say the Lai government favors nuclear power over green energy, undermining international confidence in Taiwan's renewable energy sector. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416873Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:28:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒《風傳媒》's 10/17 morning brief covers developments around the world: a White House spokesperson fired amid controversy, escalating China-Philippines diplomatic tensions, Trump's criticism of Ukraine's tactics, severe air pollution in Singapore, a record number of foreign residents in Japan and Musk's new product. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416874Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒錦明實業 executives have been detained in connection with alleged violations of the National Security Act in a drone procurement case, prompting debate over whether the government's policy of excluding China is pragmatic. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417474Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網奇偶(3356-TW)受惠於新品出貨及中國廠商退出美國市場帶來的商機，本季營運預期轉佳，帶動股價本周逆勢上漲近1成創波段高點。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417475Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:40:06 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網中信金 shares surged 9.36% in a single week on the U.S. high-interest-rate environment and the company’s strong earnings performance, setting a record high. Institutional investors expect gains from the disposal of FVOCI assets to be transferred to retained earnings and foresee strong momentum for cash dividends next year, prompting foreign investors and dealers to buy in early. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417476Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A Singapore-flagged container ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, but supported by high oil prices and Asian energy demand, shipping operators may continue transiting the strait. Most global container shipping services have already adjusted their routes; an escalation of the conflict to the Gulf of Oman would disrupt supply chains. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417477Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網中國記憶體晶片龍頭長鑫科技發布2026年前三季度業績預告，淨利潤預估1,310億至1,325億元人民幣，由虧轉盈；營收預估2,650億至2,700億元，年增逾七倍。董事長朱一明同步提議回購A股10億至20億元。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417301Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:16 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網和碩宣布輝達GB300 T1專案首批出貨，第三季營收年增5成創新高，股價漲逾1成站回百元，法人買超3.7萬張，預期AI伺服器業績年增10倍。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417302Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台積電 raised its revenue growth forecast to 44%; the Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to invest US$4 billion in an AI park in Texas to help suppliers move to the U.S.; foreign investors recorded a record net sale of more than NT$300 billion in a single day amid macroeconomic concerns; 南亞科 benefited from shortages to post a sharp profit increase; and the Financial Supervisory Commission will implement a new default-management system in April next year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417303Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網輝達執行長黃仁勳針對費半創18年最長連跌及AI類股拋售潮，於柏林受訪時強調AI技術將帶來變革且趨勢持續，呼籲投資人聚焦基本面與第一性原理，認為市場波動終將過去。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417304Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網BofA strategist Hartnett warned that risks will rise over the next month, recommending hedging and a shift toward consumer discretionary stocks, REITs and small caps. He is bullish on gold and emerging markets and is watching semiconductor prices to gauge AI spending trends. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417305Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網阿波羅全球管理 Chief Economist Torsten Sløk warned that interest rates will stay higher for longer because expected returns on AI investment exceed borrowing costs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416813Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:01:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網特斯拉's second-generation electric supercar, the Roadster, made its debut after a 9-year hiatus, showcasing aerial stunts with SpaceX air thrusters. Celebrities including OpenAI CEO Altman and U.S. President Trump praised it. The new model will come in 3 trim levels, with mass production expected in 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416814Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:55:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網2026年10月17日公布台股大型公司9月營收速報，累計243家資本額逾50億企業申報。金融業如元大金、兆豐金表現亮眼，建材業潤隆、南亞科等亦有顯著成長。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416815Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:52:48 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網2026年10月17日美股新聞顯示AI股遭賣壓致VIX破22，台灣擬加強AI晶片出口管制，貝瑞看空AI營收落差，特斯拉與SpaceX合併機率逾50%，蘋果摺疊手機供貨延遲。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416816Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網巴克萊 strategist Emmanuel Cau analyzed how inflation, geopolitics and chip stock selloffs affected markets this week. He said the decline reflected position unwinding rather than deteriorating fundamentals, and advised investors to shift to selective positioning as the AI trade matures. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416817Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:30:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Investor Burry has increased his bets against U.S. stocks, wagering on a pullback in the Nasdaq and semiconductor stocks and pointing to the risks of an AI revenue gap and deteriorating market breadth. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416818Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網China plans to add export controls on 40 technologies, primarily in AI; Taiwan is expanding export controls on AI hardware and increasing criminal penalties. The two sides' policies target technology exports and hardware flows, respectively. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416937Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:58:57 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所興能高 (6558) announced that 陳國鍾 had resigned as chairperson of its subsidiary 昆山興能能源科技有限公司 for personal reasons. A successor will be announced after a board resolution. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416936Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:58:26 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所興能高 (6558) announced that chairperson 陳國鍾 had resigned for personal reasons. He also served as the corporate director representative of 統一國際開發(股)公司. The new chairperson and corporate director representative will be announced later. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416935Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:24:22 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所聯發科 announced that its subsidiary 匯發國際 disposed of shares in Shenzhen City 匯頂 Technology for a total of approximately RMB 576 million, recognizing approximately RMB 446 million in other comprehensive income, as part of its funds planning. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416934Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:38:30 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416963Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Pingshan Village, Nantou City, Nantou County, due to emergency repairs to a broken pipe on Zhangnan Road, Section 二. The outage is expected to last from 07:54 to 14:00 on October 17, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416964Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:50:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Neixin Village, Nantou City, Nantou County, due to emergency repairs to a leak opposite No. 50, Lane 74, Zhongxing Road. The outage is expected to last from 07:42 to 14:00 on October 17, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3416965Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:50:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心Emergency repairs are needed at a leak in Qieding District, Kaohsiung City, and repairs are expected to be completed before noon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-09/index-en-p2.html#n3417991Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan照護線上An introduction to the 七-minute basic Barre sculpting workout, highlighting how it helps maintain elegant posture and sculpt the body, and noting that it is suitable for beginners.