金管會 approved 永豐金證券’s absorption merger with 京城證券, with the merger effective date set for Nov. 23. The combined company will retain 46 business locations, and its brokerage market share is expected to rise to 5.113%, maintaining its No. 4 ranking.
Facts
Merger effective date set for Nov. 23
The combined company will retain 46 business locations
Brokerage market share expected to increase to 5.113%
Typhoon Jangmi approaches; 台鐵 suspends all reserved-seat trains on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As Typhoon Jangmi approaches, 台鐵 announced that all reserved-seat trains will be suspended on the 23rd. Some non-reserved trains and sightseeing trains will also be suspended or operated on an as-needed basis depending on wind and rain conditions.
中央社 reported the results of the 威力彩 draw for period 115085. The winning numbers in the first zone were 21, 31, 10, 01, 22 and 09; the second-zone number was 06.
Typhoon Jangmi approaches; some hospitals in Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan open special clinics on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As Typhoon Jangmi approaches, some hospitals in the Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan areas will open special clinics on the 23rd. Most hospitals will suspend outpatient services, while emergency and inpatient services will continue as usual.
TISA tax incentives make major progress; fund association says they will strengthen the 3rd pillar of retirement security
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai has instructed 金管會 and 財政部 to speed up plans for the 2nd phase of TISA tax incentives. 投信投顧公會 said the move would help strengthen the 3rd pillar of retirement security.
Facts
Up to NT$24,000 of investment annually
Amendments targeted for completion in 2027
To apply to tax filings in 2028
Employers are required to contribute 6%
Cumulative account openings have surpassed 270,000
漢翔 announced that its 9MW/54MWh large-scale microgrid (power island) system has begun operation at its Shuinan facility in Taichung. Using an off-peak charging and peak-hour discharging strategy, it is expected to save nearly 40% in energy costs annually and can operate in island mode with intelligent dispatching.
Winning numbers drawn for Taiwan Lottery 539, draw No. 115256
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Winning numbers were drawn for Taiwan Lottery 539, draw No. 115256: 03, 28, 23, 14 and 08. The winning number for 3-digit lottery was 073, and for 4-digit lottery, 9126.
Taiwan High Speed Rail: All lines operating normally on the 23rd; tickets refundable within 1 year during typhoon alert
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣高鐵 announced that all lines will operate normally on the 23rd. Tickets purchased during the typhoon alert period can be refunded free of charge within 1 year of the travel date.
Facts
Refunds available within 1 year for unused tickets
Typhoon Saola approaches; Taipei stock market closed for 1 day on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
With Typhoon Saola approaching, the Taipei City Government announced that government offices and schools would close on the 23rd. 台灣證券交易所 and 櫃買中心 announced that the securities and OTC markets would be closed for the entire day.
Taipei suspends work and classes on the 23rd; Golden Bell Awards program-category ceremony postponed to the 25th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 61st Golden Bell Awards program-category ceremony was postponed from the 23rd to the 25th due to Typhoon Saola, while the drama-category ceremony will still be held on the 24th. The organizer is 三立電視. Concerts by 高明駿 and Novelbright were also postponed.
Facts
61st
The 23rd
The 24th
25th
Dec. 5
February 13 next year
Companies mentioned：中央社、三立電視、台北市政府、ZEEP NEW TAIPEI、新北工商展覽中心
China recalls more than 20 million smart cars in first 9 months; warns against rushing to market at the expense of safety
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China recalled more than 20.39 million smart connected vehicles in the first 9 months. Officials warned against rushing products to market at the expense of safety and stressed the need to guard against short-sighted practices.
Facts
A total of 20.3938 million smart connected vehicles recalled
71.23% of all recalled vehicles
Urged investigations into recalls of 14.5268 million vehicles
More than 3200 vehicle recalls implemented to date
Involving more than 120 million vehicles
617 recalls of intelligent connected vehicles implemented
Nearly 8 million vehicles recalled
Involving more than 2.97 million vehicles
About 69% of all recalls for the same type of issue in that period
金管會 is advancing the second phase of TISA tax incentives, planning an annual deduction of up to NT$24,000 per person. It aims to announce draft legislative amendments by year-end, with a target of applying them to 2028 tax filings.
Facts
Up to NT$24,000 may be deducted annually from total consolidated income
TISA accounts currently total 277,000
Must meet conditions such as being 60 years old to qualify for tax-free withdrawals
Some seniors to be exempt from health insurance premiums; Ko Wen-je demands lawmakers state their positions, DPP caucus clarifies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former 台灣民眾黨 chair Ko Wen-je named several Democratic Progressive Party lawmakers and demanded they publicly state their positions on a bill to exempt some seniors from health insurance premiums. DPP caucus secretary-general 莊瑞雄 responded that, considering lawmakers’ need to campaign locally, the caucus had decided to exempt them from related mobilization. He reiterated the caucus’s opposition and concerns about funding and the comprehensiveness of the safeguards.
Facts
Comprehensive income tax rate below 20%
Caucus decision made on September 29
After elections for conveners of all standing committees conclude on October 8
A major cybersecurity vulnerability in PHP has been exposed. 金管會 has launched 三 response measures, including issuing urgent threat information through F-ISAC, publishing information, and scanning and monitoring financial institutions for exposure before notifying individual institutions to take action.
Su'ao–Chongde section of the Suhua Highway corridor to close as a precaution from 8 a.m. on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In preparation for the effects of Typhoon Saola, the 公路局東區養護工程分局 announced that Taiwan Route 9 and Route 9 Ding in the Su'ao–Chongde section of the Suhua Highway corridor would be closed as a precaution from 8 a.m. on the 23rd. The roads are expected to reopen at noon on the 24th.
Typhoon Saola approaches; Taoyuan City suspends work and classes on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
桃園市政府 announced that Typhoon Champi is approaching and that, according to the latest weather forecast, conditions on the 23rd meet the criteria for suspending work and classes.
Typhoon Champi approaches; New Taipei City suspends work and classes on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
新北市政府 announced, based on forecasts from the Central Weather Administration and a consensus among Keelung, Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan, that work and classes would be suspended on October 23.
Typhoon Champi approaches; Taipei suspends work and classes on the 23rd
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
With Typhoon Champi approaching, 台北市政府 announced, based on the latest weather forecast from the Central Weather Administration and a consensus among Keelung, Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan, that work and classes would be suspended tomorrow (the 23rd).
Drama directed by Rene Liu nominated for 13 Golden Bell Awards; Qin Han may miss ceremony
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The drama “Forget Me Not” directed by Rene Liu has been nominated for 13 awards at the 61st Golden Bell Awards. Qin Han, nominated for best actor for the series, may miss the ceremony because of a scheduling conflict.
NET accuses Keelung City Government of illegally taking over East Coast Mall; court rules it was not an administrative act and dismisses case, ruling final
New information revealed for Windrose’s major “Ashlands” update! UI overhaul, new faction screen and 10 added sea shanties announced
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ポケットペア has published the 3rd development blog about “Ashlands,” a major update for the pirate survival crafting game Windrose. The update is scheduled to launch this winter and features an overhauled HUD, a new faction screen and 10 new sea shanties.
プーマ and JIL SANDER announce their 3rd collaboration; “PUMA × JIL SANDER” collection launches Friday, October 23
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
プーマ ジャパン株式会社 announced that its 3rd collaboration with JIL SANDER, the “PUMA × JIL SANDER” collection, will go on sale October 23, 2026. The collection reinterprets 3 items—the T7 tracksuit, SPEEDCAT and SUEDE—and introduces apparel for the first time.
Career support service キャリとも, specializing in inbound and route sales, surpasses 200 registrants about 2 months after launch!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
キャリとも, a career support service specializing in inbound and route sales operated by 株式会社ネクスト, surpassed 200 registrants about 2 months after launching in August 2026.
Facts
The number of registrants has exceeded 200
The effective job openings-to-applicants ratio is 2.28
All occupations (1.17)
The initial consultation is conducted by phone and takes about 10 minutes
Eat November’s birthstones, “Topaz & Citrine.” Jewel-like ice tarts and kohakuto sweets available in limited quantities from October 23!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社 will begin selling limited quantities of ice tarts and kohakuto sweets inspired by November’s birthstones, “Topaz & Citrine,” on October 23, 2026.
株式会社SEGNOS raised funds through a third-party allotment of shares to TUAT１号投資事業有限責任組合, managed by BPキャピタル株式会社. Tsuda Masashi also took up the position of director and COO, and the company will continue its collaboration with JNC株式会社, the provider of its technology.
Supporting athletes’ second careers: Our director appointed to an expert committee for a スポーツ庁 project
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
リーフラス株式会社 announced that its director, Yazawa Mitsuharu, has been appointed to the expert committee for the スポーツ庁-commissioned “Athlete Social Contribution Support Project.” The committee conducts research and analysis on athletes’ second careers. The company was selected in recognition of its track record in employing former athletes and its expertise in the regional expansion of extracurricular sports activities.
Originalマーク・ホッパスの最新シグネイチャーモデル『Limited Edition Mark Hoppus Stoned Fruit Jaguar® Bass』10月22日（木）22時より182時間限定で販売
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Originalフェンダーミュージック株式会社は、blink-182のマーク・ホッパスが愛用するベースを再現したシグネイチャーモデル『Limited Edition Mark Hoppus Stoned Fruit Jaguar® Bass』を発表し、Fender.comにて10月22日22時より182時間限定で販売を開始する。
パンドラ announces its 2026 holiday collection, celebrating love, connection and thoughts of loved ones
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
パンドラ has announced its 2026 holiday collection, celebrating love and connection. About 80 styles, including star motifs and new heart designs, will be available from October 22.
tellas株式会社 brings a pet nutritionist on board its pet brand corop（ころっぷ）, strengthening product development with expert insight
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
tellas株式会社 announced that a pet nutritionist has joined the advisory team for “ころっぷのまごころごはん,” a dog food product from its pet brand corop, alongside a veterinarian. The company is strengthening its product development with expert insight ahead of the product’s general release on September 15, 2026. Manufacturing takes place at a ベストアメニティ plant in Kumamoto Prefecture.
【ミュウミュウ】announces “Geste de Consolation” for Art Basel Paris 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
As an official partner of Art Basel Paris 2026, ミュウミュウ announced “Geste de Consolation,” a project by Alice Diop. The project is on view in Paris through October 25, and a dinner was held with guests including Ella Gross and Diana Alon.
Gaia representative Kunihiro Aizawa wins the Grand Prize at the Tohoku regional competition of “EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Japan”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Kunihiro Aizawa, representative of 株式会社ガイア, won the Grand Prize at the Tohoku regional competition of “EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Japan” and will compete in the Japan competition.
【October is Dyslexia Awareness Month: second half】“Reading and writing difficulties are not due to a lack of effort”—認定NPO法人エッジ, an organization led by people with firsthand experience, is holding a VR experience and discussion at an international conference at Tokyo International Forum, along with a series of interactive online classes!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
認定NPO法人エッジ will hold a VR experience exhibition and discussion at Tokyo International Forum, along with an online course, during the latter half of October’s “Dyslexia Month,” to promote greater public understanding of difficulties with reading and writing.
Find plans eligible for the “Kyushu Fukko Support Discount” on hotel websites with ChatGPT: Metro Engine launches service on “HotelME”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
メトロエンジン株式会社 has launched a feature on “HotelME,” an app that lets users find hotels through ChatGPT conversations, enabling them to search for plans eligible for the “Kyushu Fukko Support Discount” based on information observed on hotels’ official booking websites.
Amid the “Gachi Mongol” boom, popular Mongolian restaurant 鉄帽焼肉 makes its Japan debut!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
青空グローバル株式会社 will hold a soft opening for 鉄帽焼肉, a brand originating in Inner Mongolia, in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro West Exit area on Oct. 21, 2026. The restaurant will serve authentic Mongolian-style barbecue at accessible prices, with lunch starting in the 1,000-yen range.
Dubai Research Institute surveys new JVC one-bedroom rental leases: rents cluster in two price ranges [September 2026]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A survey by 株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス of new one-bedroom rental leases in JVC in September 2026 found that 76.7% of contracts fell into two annual rent brackets: 60,000–75,000 AED and 75,000–90,000 AED. The average rent was 69,439 AED, but the institute noted that the uneven distribution should also be taken into account.
Facts
Of 1,255 cases
962 cases (76.7%)
Annual rent bracket of 60,000–75,000 AED
75,000–90,000 AED bracket
614 cases in this bracket
348 cases in the adjacent 75,000–90,000 AED bracket
69,439 AED annually
Capital: 187,200 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス、DRI Real Estate LLC、DRI Consultancy FZ-LLC
Turn an interest in food into curiosity and English skills! Go mushroom picking and cook with GLI’s “Field Trip Plus”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
English education provider GLI will hold “Field Trip Plus” on Nov. 22, 2026. The hands-on learning program will nurture children’s curiosity and English skills through shiitake mushroom picking at 東京きのこランド, cooking, creating original recipes and giving presentations in English.
Iconic “Twin Jet” logo added to the core Navitimer collection
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ブライトリング has added 2 hand-wound chronograph models featuring the 1960s “Twin Jet” logo to its core collection: the “Navitimer B09 Chronograph 41” and the “Navitimer B02 Chronograph 41 Cosmonaute.”
Facts
Developed in 1952 as an instrument for pilots
The iconic Twin Jet Navitimer of the 1960s
Used by ブライトリング since 1957
It first appeared on a Navitimer dial in 1965
On May 24, 1962, Carpenter wore this model
Until the automatic chronograph debuted in 1969
41 mm stainless steel case
Companies mentioned：ブライトリング、NASA、House of Brands Japan 株式会社、AOPA
HWANG MIN HYUN successfully wraps up his 2nd fan meeting in Japan! “2026 HWANG MIN HYUN FAN MEETING [PEACH-BLOSSOM] - TOKYO”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
HWANG MIN HYUN delighted a total of 4,500 fans across 3 performances at “2026 HWANG MIN HYUN FAN MEETING [PEACH-BLOSSOM] - TOKYO,” held on Oct. 21 and 22 at TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN.
Facts
A total of 4,500 Hwangdo fans across 3 performances
Held on Oct. 21 and 22 at TACHIKAWA STAGE GARDEN
Companies mentioned：株式会社HYBE JAPAN、PLEDIS Entertainment
Latest episode of “NoBorder News,” new media covering topics taboo on terrestrial TV, released
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社NoBorder released “NoBorder News No. 59” on Oct. 19, 2026. The program welcomed former rival Yoshimi Watanabe and discussed the circumstances behind former Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister 簗和生’s resignation, political and government contacts concerning road budgets, and proposals for the Takaichi administration.
THE YELLOW MONKEY’s “Mekara Uroko” returns after 8 years! Live viewing of Nippon Budokan concert confirmed!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A live viewing of THE YELLOW MONKEY’s Nippon Budokan concert “Mekara Uroko 37” has been confirmed. The concert will be simulcast live on Dec. 28, 2026, at 107 movie theaters and 4 live music venues. Tickets go on sale to fan club members first from Nov. 21, followed by general sales from Dec. 12.
Facts
107 movie theaters nationwide
4 live music venues
Reserved seat: 4,500 yen (tax included)
Reserved seat with merchandise: 6,500 yen (tax included)
New dates have been set for “パンどろぼうひろば さっぽろ,” an interactive event organized by HTB北海道テレビ. It will be held at Sapporo Factory Hall from Nov. 23, 2026. Ticket sales begin on Oct. 23, and refunds for previously purchased tickets will be available through Nov. 30.
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai convened an interagency meeting on typhoon preparedness and holiday travel arrangements on the afternoon of October 22, and activated the holiday travel plan ahead of schedule.
高鐵公司 added 5 southbound trains on the evening of October 22, bound for Zuoying and Taichung stations. The trains will stop at every station, with unreserved seating except in business-class cars.
All domestic flights on October 23 were canceled. As of 18:00 today, 126 domestic flight segments and 40 international flight segments had been canceled.
The Tourism Administration has issued precautionary closures for 117 attractions across 8 national scenic area management offices.
If force majeure due to a natural disaster applies, such as a suspension of work and classes or halted transportation, travelers may request a full refund of deposits and related fees already paid to hotels, in accordance with regulations.
Is the AI bubble really about to burst? Former investment strategy chief says U.S. stocks have “turned around”: this is not like the July panic
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former investment strategy chief Teng Sheng-ming said Taiwan and U.S. stocks had recently entered a disappointment-driven correction after AI stocks rose too sharply, rather than a bubble bursting. He said market sentiment had turned neutral to bullish and investors should focus on whether earnings validate valuations.
Facts
Taiwan stocks plunged 846 points at the close on the 22nd, ending at 46041 and falling below the quarterly moving average.
輝達 shares have risen 1700% since November 2022.
SoftBank shares have fallen 50% since hitting a record high in June.
Japanese memory chipmaker 鎧俠 shares have fallen to just 1/3 of their value.
Both U.S. retail investors and institutional investors are showing signs of turning bullish.
中國長鑫存儲 is posing a challenge to South Korean memory chipmakers 三星 and SK海力士.
軟銀集團 founder Masayoshi Son’s shares have fallen 7% year to date.
International evening briefing, 10/22 | ‘Taiwan’ scenario in U.S. Army combat guidance set in the Philippines; Musk tells Democrats they are ‘playing with fire’; Princeton PhD remains unemployed after applying for over 2300 jobs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
風傳媒 rounds up international news from 10/22, including a scenario in a U.S. Army combat guidance document set in the Philippines, Beijing sanctions on ministers from two countries, proposals on the erosion of dollar dominance, and cooperation between 華為 and DeepSeek.
Facts
In the U.S. Army’s new combat guidance document, “How the Army Fights,” released in October, the only mention of “Taiwan” appears in a hypothetical scenario heading on page 33 of Appendix E, but the setting is northern Luzon in the Philippines.
China’s Foreign Ministry imposed sanctions on Paraguay’s Minister of Information and Communication Technologies, Gustavo Villate, and Belize’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Francis Fonseca, freezing their assets and barring them from entering China.
University of California, Berkeley professor Barry Eichengreen said the share of global foreign exchange reserves held in dollar assets had fallen from more than seven-tenths in 2001 to about 56% in 2025.
華為 engineers have been working at DeepSeek’s offices to help it reduce its reliance on 輝達. The company plans to use Ascend 950DT chips by the end of the year.
Democrats are considering investigating the business and political ties of Musk and his companies 特斯拉 and SpaceX if they regain control of Congress.
Tickets to the meeting cost at least US$7500, with top sponsorship packages reaching US$10萬.
Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said providing sensitive information to a small group of market participants could give them an unfair advantage.
羅賓漢基金會 said all ticket proceeds from the event would go entirely toward anti-poverty work in New York.
Bessent predicted that AI would trigger a major productivity boom and substantially boost the world’s largest economy.
Taipei suspends work and classes on 10/23! Keelung, Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan all declare typhoon days; Chiang Wan-an’s Facebook page flooded with praise: ‘handsomest mayor’ and wishes for a landslide re-election
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced that work and classes in Taipei would be suspended on October 23.
The 4 cities of Keelung, Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan are all declaring typhoon days.
Weather forecasters expect the effects of wind and rain in Taipei to be most pronounced from the morning through the evening of October 23.
Taipei could see heavy rain and strong gusts of level 8 to 11.
Chiang Wan-an inspected typhoon preparedness facilities, including the Changan Pumping Station and the underground flood detention basin at Xinhai Ecological Park.
Chiang Wan-an chaired a typhoon preparedness briefing at the Taipei City Disaster Response Center in the evening.
People commenting on Chiang Wan-an’s Facebook page called him the “handsomest mayor” and wished him re-election.
Wu Tzu-chia cries ‘political persecution’ after search; Chen Yi-hsin fires back: ‘Can the DPP not even tolerate dissenting voices?’
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
《美麗島電子報》 Chairman 吳子嘉 was searched by prosecutors and investigators. He said he was being persecuted through the justice system after 鄭朝方’s family sued him, and threatened to go on a hunger strike in protest. KMT’s 陳以信 criticized the ruling party for not tolerating dissent and questioned the judiciary’s impartiality.
Facts
The home and office of 吳子嘉, chairman of 《美麗島電子報》, were searched by prosecutors and investigators on the 22nd.
吳子嘉 was sued by the family of DPP Hsinchu County mayoral candidate 鄭朝方 on suspicion of “intent to make someone unelectable.”
吳子嘉 said he would refuse bail if required and would express his protest by going on a hunger strike.
Prosecutors from the Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office directed investigators from the Investigation Bureau to conduct the search.
Typhoon Sepat approaches! New Taipei announces work and classes suspended on 10/23; see at a glance the service intervals for the Danhai, Ankeng and Circular lines
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 新北市政府 ordered work and classes suspended on 10/23 due to Typhoon Sepat. 新北捷運公司 adjusted service intervals on the Danhai, Ankeng, Circular and Sanying lines and set typhoon operating standards, urging the public to check for updates.
Facts
The 新北市政府 announced that work and classes would be suspended on Oct. 23
Service intervals on the Danhai Light Rail and Ankeng Light Rail adjusted to one train every 30 minutes
Service intervals on the Circular and Sanying lines adjusted to one train every 15 minutes
On the Danhai Light Rail, trains will slow to 30 kilometers per hour when instantaneous winds reach level 8
On the Circular Line, trains will slow when instantaneous winds reach level 8 or 10-minute average winds reach level 7
Did Musk’s big mouth backfire? Musk excitedly reveals plans to merge 特斯拉 and SpaceX; Reuters reports internal uproar: a move that backfired
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Musk confirmed that 特斯拉 and SpaceX are evaluating a merger, and that the two sides have formed special committees and hired advisers. Talks are at an early stage. However, a Reuters report said Musk’s public disclosure had sparked internal concerns about attracting intense shareholder scrutiny and litigation risks similar to the SolarCity case.
Facts
Musk confirmed that 特斯拉 and SpaceX have formed special committees to formally discuss the possibility of a merger.
Foreign media outlet Reuters reported that Musk’s public disclosure of the merger plan unsettled people involved in internal negotiations, who believe it could invite even tougher shareholder scrutiny.
If 特斯拉 and SpaceX complete a merger, their market value could exceed $3.5 trillion.
SpaceX proactively approached 特斯拉 in recent weeks. The two sides have hired advisers for the merger plan, but talks remain at an early stage.
People involved in the internal negotiations worry that Musk’s public announcement of the merger and disclosure of the talks’ progress could intensify scrutiny from investors.
The incident may remind some participants of 特斯拉’s 2016 acquisition of SolarCity, a deal that led to years of litigation.
The two sides are discussing several possible deal structures, including SpaceX acquiring 特斯拉 or merging through a newly established holding company.
Will the “little grass” camp switch to 沈伯洋? 柯文哲 comments on 戴立安’s poll; 黃國昌 mocks: They also said they would recall 10 seats back then
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A new Taipei City poll by 信民協會 found DPP candidate 沈伯洋 with 50.3% support, far ahead of KMT candidate 蔣萬安 at 33.3%. TPP’s 黃國昌 and 柯文哲 questioned the polling organization’s track record and criticized the excessive packaging of the election.
Facts
A 信民協會 poll found 沈伯洋 with 50.3% support and 蔣萬安 with 33.3%, giving 沈伯洋 a 17-percentage-point lead.
A cross-analysis found that among TPP supporters, support for 蔣萬安 fell from 88.5% to 63.8%, while support for 沈伯洋 rose from 1.6% to 19%.
黃國昌 criticized 信民協會, saying that during the mass recall campaign it produced a poll showing 10 seats would be recalled, and questioned its credibility.
柯文哲 commented that the Taipei mayoral election had “too much packaging” and said he was surprised by the shift in support for 沈伯洋.
The poll was conducted by phone by 畢肯市場研究公司, which completed interviews with 1075 people. The margin of error was ±3.0%.
ITF travel fair preview kicks off! How to save on year-end travel abroad: see at a glance the deals from EVA Air, China Airlines, Cathay and STARLUX
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
EVA Air, China Airlines, Cathay and 星宇航空 have launched online travel fair promotions early to capture demand for year-end and next year’s Lunar New Year travel. Discounts start at 76% of the regular fare, alongside new routes and member offers.
Facts
The 2026 ITF Taipei International Travel Fair will open on Nov. 6, with 12 airlines participating.
China Airlines’ online travel fair offers fares starting at 76% of the regular price, with promotions covering Oceania, Europe, North America, Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia.
長榮航空 will launch its Taoyuan–Delhi route on Dec. 1, with promotional fares starting at NT$13,940 before taxes.
Original國泰航空2026年線上旅展至11月13日止，全球70個以上精選航點最低8折起。
星宇航空 is offering limited-use promo codes to holders of the 玉山星宇航空 co-branded card, with discounts of up to NT$3,000 on routes to Europe and the United States.
Starting Oct. 25, China Airlines will increase flights across its Australia and New Zealand routes, with Sydney service rising to 7 flights per week.
【新新聞】Only 66 hectares of 726-hectare兆豐農場 approved; Fenglin solar bribery case suspected of links to 泓德’s affiliate 太登綠電
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Tainan District Prosecutors Office is investigating bribery in the Fenglin solar power case, involving 泓德能源’s 謝源一 and its affiliate 太登能源’s application for a large-scale solar project. Only 66 hectares of the 726-hectare 兆豐農場 were approved, while former township chief 蕭文龍’s review authority has become controversial.
Facts
The Tainan District Prosecutors Office conducted cross-county raids on the Hualien Fenglin solar bribery case on the 21st.
太登能源, an affiliate of 泓德能源, whose head 謝源一 is implicated in the case, applied to develop a solar project covering 437 hectares.
The Hualien County Government clarified that its only ground-mounted solar power plant was approved before 2018, during the tenure of acting county magistrate 蔡碧仲, a former deputy justice minister.
Former Fenglin Township chief 蕭文龍 wielded decisive authority in administrative reviews, prompting speculation that developers may have sought backroom deals to overturn the decision.
Complete guide to the Taiwanese woman’s murder case in Kawaguchiko: from the incident and the victim’s identity to 4 major mysteries
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The headline promises a detailed account of the Taiwanese woman’s murder case in Kawaguchiko, but the body contains only unrelated suicide-prevention slogans and no substantive information about the case.
Trying to reduce plastic but harming the environment more? Latest South Korean study finds plastic straws more environmentally friendly than paper straws
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A latest South Korean life-cycle study found that paper straws and bio-based plastic straws have far greater impacts on human carcinogenic effects and acidification than conventional plastic straws. Conventional plastic performed better on most environmental indicators, prompting officials to call for an end to “greenwashing” policies and a shift toward reducing the use of disposable products.
Facts
The human carcinogenic impact assessment value for paper straws is 6.33 times that of conventional plastic straws
Conventional plastic straws had the lowest negative impact in 10 of 16 environmental assessment categories
The human carcinogenic impact of bio-based polyethylene (Bio-PE) straws is 16.18 times that of conventional plastic
Original韓國政府於2023年11日宣布無限期延後禁用一次性塑膠吸管
87.5% of South Korean respondents preferred using conventional plastic straws
The acidification impact of paper straws, in terms of acid rain and soil acidification, is 2.04 times that of conventional plastic
The study assumed that 73.6% of discarded straws would be incinerated
Taipei suspends work and classes on 10/23 for typhoon day! Typhoon Sepat approaches; see at a glance the latest list of work and class suspensions across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As Typhoon Sepat approached, the Taipei City Government announced on the evening of the 22nd that work and classes would be suspended citywide on the 23rd. The Central Weather Administration issued a land typhoon warning and forecast that the typhoon’s center would pass over waters northeast of Taiwan on the 23rd and 24th.
Facts
The Taipei City Government announced on the evening of the 22nd that work and classes would be suspended on Oct. 23.
The Central Weather Administration issued a land typhoon warning at 11:30 a.m. on the 22nd.
Work and classes will be suspended on 10/23 in Green Island Township and Lanyu Township, Taitung County.
The center of Typhoon Sepat is expected to move north, passing over waters northeast of Taiwan from the 23rd to the 24th.
Under the influence of the northeasterly monsoon and the peripheral circulation of Typhoon Bualoi, localized heavy rain is possible on the 22nd along the Keelung North Coast, north of Taoyuan and in Yilan.
Tomorrow, wind and rainfall in 19 counties and cities are expected to meet the criteria for suspending work and classes.
Why was the ancient wedding night called the “bridal chamber”? The ancients were far more open-minded than you might think—the reason will upend your perspective.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explores the origin of the term “bridal chamber.” One account links it to the Yellow Emperor. To prevent intertribal bride kidnapping from sparking wars, the Yellow Emperor decreed that newlyweds live together in a cave for 30 days, keeping outsiders away and allowing the couple to build their relationship. As society developed, people stopped living in caves, but the expressions “being sent to the bridal chamber” and “bridal chamber wedding night” remained in use.
Facts
Legend has it that the Yellow Emperor came up with the idea of having newlyweds live together in a cave to prevent wars between tribes over spouses.
According to folk legend, newlyweds had to live together in a cave for 30 days before they could leave.
A stone wall was built around the cave, leaving only an entrance narrow enough for one person to pass through to prevent bride kidnapping.
One purpose of having the newlyweds live together for 30 days was to help them build a relationship through constant companionship.
“Bridal chamber wedding night” describes the first night a couple spends together after getting married.
The story of the Yellow Emperor establishing caves to prevent bride kidnapping and requiring newlyweds to live together for 30 days is a folk origin legend, not a historically verified institution.
In ancient times, there were no fixed rules for marriage, and bride kidnapping between tribes was common.
Hualien firefighter Chiu Kai-hung injured during rescue; police academy alumni association offers support and hopes for his recovery
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chiu Kai-hung, a member of the Hualien County Fire Department’s Special Search and Rescue Team, fell from the second floor on October 16 while responding to a fire at a residential warehouse in Xincheng Township. The metal-sheet structure had warped from the heat, and he suffered a fracture of the coccyx. Representatives of the 臺灣警察專科學校校友總會 visited 吉安消防分隊 on the 22nd to deliver a condolence payment, which was accepted on his behalf by colleagues. They wished him a restful recovery and a speedy return to health.
Facts
Chiu Kai-hung, a member of the Hualien County Fire Department’s Special Search and Rescue Team, fell and was injured while responding to a fire in the early hours of October 16.
Chiu Kai-hung was diagnosed with a coccyx fracture.
Chiu Kai-hung has been discharged and returned to Kaohsiung to recuperate.
Representatives of the 臺灣警察專科學校校友總會 delivered a condolence payment on the 22nd.
Squad leader Chuang Ching-shan of 吉安消防分隊 accepted and passed on the condolence payment on Chiu’s behalf.
Chiu Kai-hung graduated from the police academy’s 107th special examination class and has worked in firefighting for more than 8 years.
The fire broke out at a residential warehouse on Beipu Road in Xincheng Township, Hualien County.
台積電 moves to counter China’s “rare earth weapon”! Reportedly seeking alternatives to reduce the risk of chip production disruptions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台積電 is seeking alternatives to rare-earth components in factory equipment to reduce the risk of chip production disruptions. The move highlights the importance of controlling rare-earth resources to the semiconductor industry. Discussions are still at an early stage.
Facts
台積電 is seeking alternatives to rare-earth components in factory equipment to reduce the risk of supply disruptions caused by China’s export controls.
Last year, China placed some rare-earth materials, magnets and related processing technologies under export controls, requiring permits for their export.
Rare-earth magnets are widely used in motors that drive moving parts in industrial equipment, including the highly automated factory equipment of 台積電.
台積電 has asked suppliers whether motors without rare earths could be used in its factory automation equipment.
Discussions about equipment that does not use rare earths are still at an early stage, and no large-scale adoption has been agreed upon.
Typhoon day announced! Counties and cities suspending work and classes revealed; a look at whether hotel, flight, 高鐵 and 台鐵 tickets are fully refundable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As powerful Typhoon Bualoi approaches, several southern counties and cities have announced the suspension of work and classes on October 23, while northern areas have yet to make an announcement. With holiday travel plans in flux, 台鐵, 高鐵 and several airlines are offering fee-free refunds or changes for tickets purchased or flights canceled during the typhoon warning period. Travelers are advised to keep the official announcements to support discussions about hotel refunds.
Facts
Kaohsiung, Tainan, Chiayi County, Pingtung and other southern counties and cities have announced the suspension of work and classes on October 23.
Northern Taiwan, including Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung, Taoyuan and Yilan, will announce together at 8 p.m. on October 22 whether a typhoon day will be declared.
The 觀光署 has preemptively closed 117 attractions under 8 management offices in areas including the Northeast Coast and eastern Taiwan.
高鐵 tickets purchased while a maritime typhoon warning is in effect can be refunded without a handling fee within 1 year of the travel date.
All ferry services on the Xiaoliuqiu route will be suspended from October 23 to 24 and are expected to resume on October 25.
Four investment trust subsidiaries of 第一金控, 兆豐金控, 合庫金控 and 華南金控 have approved a merger through a 100% share swap, with 第一金投信 as the surviving company.
The merger date is tentatively set for January 1, 2028, and the plan is expected to be submitted to the Financial Supervisory Commission for review by the end of October this year.
Following the merger, 第一金投信 is expected to issue a total of 59,286,927 new shares for the share swap.
After the merger, First Financial Holding will own 50.3% and have the right to appoint the chairperson and general manager.
AI-powered financial services ecosystem enhances customer experience while advancing sustainable finance: 中信金控 wins 3 awards at the “2026 財訊 Financial Awards”
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中信金控 won 3 awards at the 2026 財訊 Financial Awards, including the Sustainable Finance Award and the Financial Technology Innovation Award, recognizing its achievements in its AI-powered financial services ecosystem and sustainable finance.
Facts
中信金控 won 3 awards at the 2026 財訊 Financial Awards.
中國信託金控 received the Excellence Award in the financial holding company category of the Sustainable Finance Award.
中國信託商業銀行 won the Gold Award in the banking category of the Financial Technology Innovation Award.
中信金控 launched PathMatch, the first AI carbon finance management platform to receive PCAF certification.
Now in its 17th year, the 財訊 Financial Awards is Taiwan’s only authoritative evaluation spanning 4 major industries.
台灣人壽 TeamWalk Healthy Workplace Awards: more than 100 companies and 6,000 people take 15 billion steps, moving toward...
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台灣人壽 has held the TeamWalk Healthy Workplace Awards for 5 consecutive years. This year, the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Sports Administration joined for the first time. More than 100 companies and 6,000 participants took 15 billion steps, promoting inclusive workplaces and the impact of sports.
Facts
The fifth TeamWalk Healthy Workplace Awards drew 176 companies and 6,257 employees, who logged more than 15 billion steps.
The top 3 healthy companies of 2026 were 財團法人食品工業發展研究所, 佳凌科技公司 and 隆大營建公司.
The TeamWalk Healthy Workplace Awards has combined its initiative with tree planting to reduce carbon emissions, planting 520 trees over the past 5 years and cutting nearly 9,000 metric tons of carbon.
By the end of October this year, the TeamWalk digital health platform had 55,000 members, and 3,800 companies had adopted it.
Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare Chuang Jen-hsiang and Deputy Director-General of the Sports Administration’s Department of Sports for All Wu Chien-yuan took part in the forum for the first time and voiced their support.
Hsinchu County AI and Automation Industry Expo opens 11/7; industry association invites businesses to explore opportunities and enter a Switch raffle
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
新竹縣工業會 announced that the 2026 Hsinchu County AI and Automation Industry Expo will be held on November 7 at 明新科技大學. Through forums, presentations and 35 exhibitor booths, it aims to help businesses adopt AI and automation and explore new opportunities.
Facts
The 2026 Hsinchu County AI and Automation Industry Expo will be held on November 7 at 明新科技大學.
The expo is organized by 新竹縣工業會. Deputy County Magistrate Hsu Yuan-tung attended on behalf of County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke.
The expo’s theme is “AI Empowerment × Smart Upgrading × The Future of Automation,” and the program includes 2 forums, 9 technical presentations and 35 exhibitor booths.
Forum speakers include Dr. Liao Chao-hung, founder of AI TalenTech Labs, and Wu Tien-sheng, president of 桃園市智慧產業學院.
The exhibition brings together 35 companies, showcasing solutions in AI hardware and software, smart manufacturing, smart logistics and other fields.
Tseng Chao-wei, secretary-general of 新竹縣工業會, said companies’ expectations for AI and automation are shifting from understanding the technology to putting it into practical use.
Visitors who complete the designated stamp-collection route can enter a prize drawing, with prizes including a Nintendo Switch and Apple Bluetooth earphones.
Johnny Chiang campaigns at market, as residents rush to touch his nose for good luck; he pledges to speed up rail and elevated-road projects in the coastal area and port zone.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung mayoral candidate Johnny Chiang campaigned at Qingshui First Market on the 22nd, receiving a warm welcome from residents who scrambled to touch his nose for good luck. Chiang pledged to accelerate rail development in the coastal area and construction of elevated roads in the port zone, and invited 蔡壁如 to join the street campaign, showing his resolve to cooperate with the blue and white camps.
Facts
Early on the 22nd, Johnny Chiang visited Qingshui First Market to ask residents for their support.
Johnny Chiang pledged to accelerate construction of the MRT Blue Line and extend the Orange Line to Qingshui.
Johnny Chiang is actively seeking to double-track and elevate the coastal railway and extend the elevated section of National Freeway 4 into the port zone.
People’s Party Central Committee member 蔡壁如 made a surprise appearance in the street-campaign team.
Johnny Chiang plans to build an indoor velodrome that meets the 250-meter international standard.
〈U.S. stocks, early trading〉AI concerns linger as oil prices rise again! Meta and 特斯拉 fall; major indexes open lower
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. stocks opened lower amid concerns over AI investment and geopolitical tensions. Earnings from Meta and 特斯拉 failed to allay worries, weighing on technology shares. Oil prices rose as geopolitical conflict intensified, while funds shifted to U.S. Treasuries as a safe haven. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunged, and Chinese stocks entered a bear market.
Facts
Meta Platforms reported third-quarter revenue of $64.6 billion, above market estimates of $63.37 billion, but its share price fell.
特斯拉 reported third-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $0.48 and revenue of $28.05 billion, both above expectations, but its share price fell 3.7%.
Brent crude rose 3.20% to $112.30 a barrel, while U.S. crude rose 2.72% to $99.79 a barrel.
China’s CSI 300 Index has fallen 20% from its June peak, entering a bear market.
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield fell 9 basis points to 5.03%, lifted by safe-haven buying.
The yield spread between 10-year French and German government bonds widened to 175 basis points, its highest since 2011.
〈Real estate〉New mortgages issued by Taiwan’s 5 major banks rise by more than NT$10 billion in September; central bank explains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The central bank said new mortgages issued by Taiwan’s 5 major banks rose by more than NT$10 billion in September to NT$69.783 billion, while interest rates edged down. It attributed the increase to the end of the folk-religion month and home handovers, rather than a heating housing market. Meanwhile, AI supply-chain stockpiling drove working-capital loans to a record high.
Facts
New mortgages issued by Taiwan’s 5 major banks rose NT$12.618 billion month over month in September to NT$69.783 billion.
The mortgage rate was 2.315% in September, down 0.006 percentage points from the previous month.
The central bank said the increase in new mortgages was mainly due to the end of the folk-religion month and handovers at some new housing projects.
New Qing’an loans accounted for 43.1% of total new home-purchase loans issued by Taiwan’s 5 major banks in September.
Loans to companies related to the AI supply chain totaled NT$1.1562 trillion in September, the highest since April 2023.
With market demand for funds remaining high, interest rates on capital expenditure, working-capital and consumer loans all rose from the previous month.
Trading restrictions on 4 stocks delayed by typhoon to start on 10/27; PCB hot stock 金居 restricted through 11/2
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
櫃買中心 announced that 金居, 中茂, 大地-KY and 科嶠 will be added to the list of 4 stocks subject to trading restrictions. Due to the typhoon and holiday, the restrictions will begin on 10/27, with trades matched every 2 minutes. Regulators reminded investors to be aware of the risks.
Facts
櫃買中心 announced on the 22nd that 4 stocks would be added to the list of stocks subject to trading restrictions: 金居, 中茂, 大地-KY and 科嶠.
The restrictions were postponed to October 27 because of the typhoon and the observed holiday for Retrocession Day.
金居, 中茂 and 大地-KY will be subject to trading restrictions from October 27 through November 2.
科嶠 will be subject to trading restrictions from October 27 through November 4, for a total of 7 days.
Restricted stocks are matched once every 2 minutes.
Reasons for imposing trading restrictions on 金居 include a price-to-earnings ratio of 65.35, a price-to-book ratio of 11.9 and a turnover rate of 6.95%.
Reasons for imposing trading restrictions on 大地-KY include a recent gain of 28.64% and trading volume that surged 14.01 times.
Due to Typhoon Saola, 台北市政府 announced that work and classes would be suspended on 10/23, and all financial markets would be closed.
The OTC listing ceremonies for 程曦資訊 (6898-TW) and 藍新資訊 (6938-TW) have been postponed.
The emerging-stock listing dates for 翰可能源, 亞昕科技 and 宇田控制 have been postponed to 10/27.
Ex-dividend and cash capital-increase procedures for 威致, 青松健康 and 鼎晉生技 have been postponed by 1 day.
For investors in counties and cities affected by work suspensions who choose to receive payment by bank transfer, the date cash dividends are credited will be postponed by 1 day.
〈Earnings〉Strong results despite smaller price increases! 寶僑 beats forecasts for revenue and profit last quarter; shares rise more than 3% before the market opens
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
寶僑 beat expectations for both revenue and profit in its first quarter, while sales from its existing business posted their fastest growth in 3 years. The company drove growth through sales volume while limiting price increases. Despite rising cost pressures, it maintained its full-year profit outlook and completed its acquisition of Thorne to optimize its revenue mix.
Facts
寶僑’s revenue rose 4% year over year to $23.28 billion in the first quarter of fiscal 2027.
寶僑’s adjusted earnings per share were $2 in the first quarter, above the expected $1.88.
寶僑 estimates that raw material, energy and transportation costs will reduce full-year profit by $1.4 billion.
寶僑 acquired health brand Thorne for $3.8 billion, completing the deal on October 1.
寶僑 shares rose more than 3% before the market opened, to $161.88.
Kaohsiung food show brings together 300 domestic and international companies to help local businesses expand export opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The 2026 Kaohsiung International Food Show opened on the 22nd at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, organized by 經濟部國貿署. This year’s show brings together 300 companies from 13 countries and will help local businesses expand overseas through a procurement conference and more than 400 business meetings.
Facts
The 2026 Kaohsiung International Food Show opened jointly today (22nd) at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center.
The show brings together 300 domestic and international companies from 13 countries, with more than 520 booths.
More than 40 international buyers from 15 countries have been invited to Taiwan during the exhibition.
劉威亷, director-general of 經濟部國貿署, said the show has for the first time established an “Offshore Fisheries Zone” and a “Green Sustainability Pavilion.”
Anthony Muller, minister of natural resources and commerce of the Marshall Islands, led 7 companies showcasing distinctive Pacific products.
Addressing global climate change, Lai Ching-te unveils 2 key strategies; “National Urban Forest Promotion Plan” due by year-end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
President Lai Ching-te chaired a meeting of the National Climate Change Committee on September 22, 2026, outlining 2 strategies to address the impacts of climate change: protecting health through both immediate response and long-term adaptation, and strengthening transport resilience while accelerating the green transition. The government will improve high-temperature protection measures and introduce a national urban forest plan by year-end.
Facts
President Lai Ching-te outlined 2 key strategies while chairing the 9th meeting of the National Climate Change Committee.
The government plans to propose the “National Urban Forest Promotion Plan” and a special law on urban forests by the end of 2026.
The World Meteorological Organization warned that El Niño could reach a historic high, forming a “super El Niño.”
The government has connected more than 10,000 “cooling points” nationwide where people can escape the heat.
The Ministry of Environment has completed Taiwan’s first live exercise based on an extreme heat scenario of 40 degrees.
Get it done just 1 hour before departure! 臺企銀 partners with Shin Kong Tokio Marine to upgrade overseas travel insurance; coverage also includes legally designated infectious diseases
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
臺企銀 announced a partnership with 新安東京海上產物保險 to launch an upgraded “Peace of Mind Personal Travel Comprehensive Insurance” plan, adding coverage for legally designated infectious diseases. It has also opened online banking purchases up to 1 hour before departure and is holding an online-banking insurance lottery through December 31.
Facts
臺企銀 (2834-TW) has partnered with 新安東京海上產物保險 to launch an upgraded “Peace of Mind Personal Travel Comprehensive Insurance” plan.
The new insurance policy adds “coverage for legally designated infectious diseases” to address concerns arising from frequent international travel.
Customers can purchase insurance online through 臺企銀’s “Insurance” section of its online banking service, as late as 1 hour before departure.
臺企銀 is holding an online banking insurance lottery promotion from now through Dec. 31.
Prizes include a 3C home flagship package voucher worth NT$10,000 and a Chang An Hotel voucher worth NT$5,000.
$825 billion! Meta’s future spending commitments revealed, with AI computing power and energy on the shopping list
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Meta disclosed future spending commitments of $825 billion, covering leases and contractual obligations, mainly for AI computing and infrastructure, signaling expanded long-term financial commitments.
Facts
Meta has committed to spending about $825 billion on various leases and contracts in the future.
The amount exceeds the nearly $700 billion the company disclosed in July.
Operating and finance leases not yet included on the balance sheet total $355.7 billion.
Meta also has $454.5 billion in non-cancelable short- and long-term contracts.
Meta has committed to purchasing up to $14.7 billion in cloud computing capacity over five years.
The related leases will begin taking effect from the remainder of this year through 2036.
The three types of commitments above total about $824.9 billion.
Reuters: 台積電 seeks rare-earth-free motors to break free from China’s control of rare-earth supplies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
To address the risk of China’s rare-earth export controls, 台積電 is seeking alternatives to rare-earth motors for factory automation equipment. The move aims to ensure stable production of advanced chips and reflects the global semiconductor industry’s focus on the security of critical mineral supply chains.
Facts
台積電 is seeking alternatives to rare-earth components in factory equipment.
台積電 has asked suppliers about using rare-earth-free motors in factory automation equipment.
Last year, China placed certain rare-earth materials, magnets and related processing technologies under export controls.
Taiwan plans to establish a pilot production line within three years, which is estimated to meet 50% of domestic demand.
Related discussions remain at an early stage, and rare-earth-free equipment has not yet been widely adopted.
Typhoon Qiangbi approaches! Taipei City suspends work and classes on 23; Taipei stock and foreign exchange markets close for one day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Due to Typhoon Qiangbi, Taipei City suspended work and classes on 23, while financial markets including the Taiwan Stock Exchange and the OTC market also closed, with settlement operations postponed.
Facts
The Taipei City Government announced that all public agencies and schools would suspend work on October 23.
臺灣證券交易所, 櫃檯買賣中心, 期貨交易所 and 台北外匯市場 will all be closed on October 23.
The centralized market will be closed for the entire day on October 23, with settlement funds and securities postponed until the next business day.
櫃檯買賣中心 will suspend trading in multiple types of financial products that day, with payment, settlement and delivery postponed.
Related settlement and delivery operations due on the day will be postponed because of the typhoon.
Typhoon Qiangbi impacts 台積電, which cancels sports day scheduled for 10/24
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
台積電 announced the cancellation of its sports day scheduled for 10/24 because of Typhoon Qiangbi. The Hsinchu County Government has announced a suspension of work on 23, and the company made its decision out of concern for safety and disruptions to preparations.
Facts
台積電 announced the cancellation of its sports day, originally scheduled for October 24.
Typhoon Qiangbi’s approach prompted the Hsinchu County and City governments to announce a suspension of work on October 23.
台積電 canceled the sports day out of concern for personnel safety and the impact on preparations.
The 2026 Taipei International Electronics Show and Taiwan International AIoT Show wrapped up today (22) at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1.
This year’s shows brought together 260 exhibitors using 480 booths, and attracted nearly 7,000 domestic and international professional buyers, media and venture capital representatives from 57 countries over 3 days.
A total of 60 international buyers from 24 countries and 55 exhibitors took part in procurement meetings this year, completing 230 meetings.
凌群電腦’s AYUDA smart service robot was one of the highlights of this year’s show.
義隆電子 showcased several AI autonomous vehicle detection systems.
Enterprise AI Forum drew more than 260 professionals.
Companies mentioned：外貿協會、電電公會、Silicon Valley Advantage、FH MEXICO、凌群(2453-TW)電腦、義隆電子(2458-TW)、經濟部產業發展署、經濟部中小及新創企業署
Hackers strike before vulnerability is disclosed! PHP security crisis triggers wave of shutdowns worldwide
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Two severe vulnerabilities were found in PHP, and hackers attempted to exploit them before they were publicly disclosed. Governments, banks and companies in several countries rushed to take sites offline for fixes. Palo Alto Networks found more than 22.6 million exposed instances, while Wiz used AI to help rapidly address the issue.
Facts
Original亞馬遜威脅情報團隊於10月17日在蜜罐系統中發現駭客嘗試利用PHP漏洞。
The PHP vulnerability was disclosed on Wednesday (21), prompting emergency shutdowns in multiple countries.
Palo Alto Networks found more than 22.6 million internet-exposed instances containing the vulnerability.
Wiz used AI tools to uncover a PHP vulnerability that had remained hidden for more than a decade.
Original日本瑞穗金融集團與三菱日聯金融集團旗下公司停用部分服務。
French telecom operator Orange suspended some websites and apps on Thursday.
Cybersecurity firm Huntress said PHP underpins website systems such as WordPress and Drupal.
Hedge fund short positions surge; 高盛 says tech stock selling heightens risk of a short squeeze
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A 高盛 report said hedge fund short positions surged to a 5-year high as a pullback in AI trades and inflation concerns triggered tech stock selling. Despite the risk of a short squeeze, funds’ net exposure to the Magnificent Seven remains at a record high, indicating a primarily hedged position.
Facts
Hedge funds added heavily to equity short positions this month, bringing bearish bets close to a 5-year high.
Across global equity markets, the volume of short sales was about 5:1 relative to long purchases.
On-book short leverage is at the 99th percentile of the past 5 years.
The Nasdaq 100 Index fell 5.5% last week, its largest weekly decline since April 2025.
As of Monday this week, global fundamental long-short equity funds were down 2.5% for October.
Funds focused on technology, media and telecommunications performed worst, plunging 7.4% this month.
Global information technology stocks experienced their worst net selling in more than a decade in the two weeks through October 16.
Hedge funds’ net exposure to the “Magnificent Seven” remains at a record high.
櫃買中心 leads first overseas investor outreach in Singapore, taking 信驊 and 7 other OTC-listed companies to investor briefings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
櫃買中心 will join 台新證券 and the Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation on October 29 to lead 7 leading semiconductor and electronic components companies, including 信驊, to Singapore for in-person overseas investor briefings, aiming to showcase Taiwanese companies’ operational resilience and growth potential to international institutional investors.
Facts
櫃買中心 announced that it will launch its first overseas investor outreach event of the year on October 29.
The event, organized in partnership with 台新證券 and 臺灣集中保管結算所, led 7 listed companies to Singapore for in-person overseas investor briefings.
The participating companies included 弘塑、雙鴻、臺慶科、力旺、家登、信驊 and 台半, for a total of 7 companies.
Singapore is regarded as a major international financial center in Asia, home to sovereign wealth funds and asset management companies.
The participating companies span industries including semiconductor equipment, thermal modules, electronic components, IC design and power semiconductors.
AI cloud stocks keep falling! Jensen Huang says demand is off the charts—why is the market still unconvinced?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said at the Berlin GTC conference that emerging cloud providers face strong demand for AI computing but lack funding. Although NVIDIA is bullish on the industry and has pledged billions of dollars in investment in Europe, cloud stocks such as CoreWeave continue to fall amid concerns about debt.
Facts
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said demand for AI computing services from emerging cloud providers is off the charts, but funding is not keeping pace with demand.
NVIDIA has pledged nearly US$10 billion for European companies, universities and research institutions to expand its AI presence in Europe.
Nebius fell 3.6% and CoreWeave dropped 4% in premarket trading on Thursday.
NVIDIA announced an investment of more than US$1 billion in five British startups.
Jensen Huang said electricity is a major constraint facing the AI boom, particularly in Europe, where electricity prices are higher and energy supplies are tight.
Global inventories surge and tech stocks sell off, sending London copper prices down nearly 2%
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London copper prices fell nearly 2% to US$14,076 per ton on Thursday (22日), pressured by a surge in LME inventories and a selloff in AI and tech stocks. Inventories jumped 70,100 tons, prompting holders to deliver metal to close out positions, while the market remained concerned about tariff policy and the supply-demand balance.
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International copper prices fell sharply, pressured by a surge in LME inventories and a selloff in AI and tech stocks.
London copper prices fell as much as 2% on Thursday (22日), touching a low of US$14,076 per ton.
LME warrant inventories surged by 70,100 tons over the past two days.
The contango encouraged holders to deliver metal to close out short positions rather than roll them over and incur losses.
Zhenting Zhou, a trader at 杭州承聯實業, said there is little risk of copper prices rising sharply next year.
智冠 subsidiary 智雲科技 promotes a cybersecurity concept of “layered verification,” establishing safeguards across three key areas
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智冠 Group subsidiary 智雲科技 unveiled its cybersecurity concept of “layered verification” on the 22nd. Using three products—DBSAFER, FaceLocker and nProtect AppGuard—it establishes safeguards for databases, identity verification and mobile applications, emphasizing the verification of authentic product sources to protect corporate data.
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智冠 (5478-TW) subsidiary 智雲科技 today (22日) introduced its cybersecurity concept of “layered verification.”
智雲科技 General Manager 徐涍挺 said trust is fundamental to cybersecurity, but trust cannot be based on belief alone; companies should first “verify identities.”
智雲科技’s DBSAFER provides database access control and auditing, as well as a masking mechanism for sensitive data.
FaceLocker uses continuous facial recognition and automatically locks the screen when it detects that the operator has left their seat or changed.
智雲科技’s nProtect AppGuard can be integrated directly into applications to prevent tampering and reverse engineering.
智雲科技’s MySecurity product lineup consists of three products developed by South Korean cybersecurity companies PNPSECURE and INCA Internet.
Companies mentioned：智冠、智雲科技、PNPSECURE、INCA Internet