【宏碁遊戲-創】 Announces issuance of incentive shares by subsidiary Winking Studios Limited
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
宏碁遊戲-創 subsidiary Winking Studios Limited announced the issuance of 1,573,176 incentive shares to key management personnel, with a total value of approximately RMB2,796,840, to support team incentives and business development following its acquisition of Mineloader.
Facts
宏碁遊戲-創 subsidiary Winking Studios Limited announced the issuance of 1,573,176 incentive shares.
The issue price for the incentive shares is GBP0.1997 per share.
The new shares are being issued to key management personnel.
Winking Studios Limited completed its acquisition of Mineloader on April 1, 2025.
The total issue amount is approximately RMB2,796,840.
[宏碁遊戲-創] Announcement on behalf of subsidiary Winking Studios Limited regarding the execution of its share buyback
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
宏碁遊戲-創 subsidiary Winking Studios Limited announced the results of its treasury share repurchases on October 23, 115, purchasing 15,500 shares that day and bringing its accumulated treasury shares to 2,479,200.
【CyberLink】 Announces it Obtained Control of Perfect Corp. Upon Completion of Privatization Transaction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
CyberLink announced that its subsidiary Perfect Corp. completed its privatization and delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. CyberLink's stake increased to 68.01%, giving it control, and Perfect Corp. will be consolidated into CyberLink's financial statements.
Facts
Perfect Corp.（Cayman）, held through subsidiary CyberLink International Technology Corp.（BVI） by 訊連科技股份有限公司, completed a merger transaction to go private and delisted from the New York Stock Exchange on October 23, 115.
Upon completion of the transaction, CyberLink's stake in Perfect Corp. increased from 36.29% to 68.01%, giving it control of Perfect Corp.
Perfect Corp. has therefore become a subsidiary of 訊連科技股份有限公司 and will be consolidated into the company's financial statements.
訊連科技股份有限公司 will include Perfect Corp. in its consolidated entities starting with its consolidated financial report for the fourth quarter of year 115.
The transaction is an organizational restructuring under common control. CyberLink will carry out subsequent accounting treatments and disclosures in accordance with relevant accounting standards and Q&A guidance.
Companies mentioned：訊連科技股份有限公司、CyberLink International Technology Corp.（BVI）、Perfect Corp.（Cayman）
【聯茂】 The company's securities met the criteria for the publication of information on securities warranting attention in the centralized trading market. The company is therefore releasing material financial and business information to help investors make an informed assessment.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
聯茂 (6213) released material information on October 23, 115, disclosing financial and business data. Its consolidated revenue for September reached NT$5.824 billion, up more than 110% year over year. Profitability also improved significantly, with pretax net profit rising more than 9 times year over year, reflecting strong operating momentum.
鼎炫-KY announced that its subsidiary acquired a gold-linked RMB structured deposit from China CITIC Bank, totaling RMB135 million, as a short-term investment of its own funds.
Facts
鼎炫-KY announced the acquisition of a structured deposit wealth management product on October 23, 115.
The total transaction amount is RMB135 million, comprising three installments of RMB45 million each.
【錩新】 Announces Extraordinary Shareholders' Meeting for Subsidiary 富鑫證券
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
錩新 (2415) announced that its subsidiary 富鑫證券 will hold an extraordinary shareholders' meeting in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on December 4, 115. The agenda is tentatively listed as not applicable; details will be announced after a subsequent board resolution.
Facts
錩新 has company code 2415 and announced that its subsidiary 富鑫證券 will hold an extraordinary shareholders' meeting.
富鑫證券 will hold its extraordinary shareholders' meeting on December 4, 115.
富鑫證券 will hold its extraordinary shareholders' meeting in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The board resolution date was October 23, 115.
The reporting, ratification, discussion, election and other agenda items, as well as motions from the floor, for the extraordinary shareholders' meeting are all currently listed as not applicable.
【長廣】 The company's securities met the criteria for the publication of information on securities warranting attention in the centralized trading market. The company is therefore releasing material financial and business information to help investors make an informed assessment.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
長廣 (7795) announced financial data on October 23, 115, after its share price met the criteria for securities warranting attention. September revenue was NT$364 million and pretax net profit was NT$122 million. Both profit and revenue showed explosive growth of several times, reflecting strong operating momentum.
【聯電】 Announces General Manager Change at Key Subsidiary 聯芯集成電路製造（廈門）有限公司
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
聯電 announced that its key subsidiary 聯芯集成電路製造（廈門）有限公司 changed general managers on October 23, 115. Senior plant manager 羅慶蜀 took over, while former general manager 談文毅 stepped down.
Facts
聯芯集成電路製造（廈門）有限公司 Announces General Manager Change
The new appointment takes effect on October 23, 115.
【同泰】 Announces Appointment of New Accounting Supervisor
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
同泰 (3321) announced on October 23, 115, the appointment of 賴釔蓁 as its new accounting supervisor, with the title of director of finance and accounting. Information about the predecessor was listed as not applicable. This is a routine personnel appointment announcement.
Facts
同泰 (company code 3321) announced that 賴釔蓁 is its new accounting supervisor.
同泰's new accounting supervisor takes office on October 23, 115.
同泰's announcement did not mention the former accounting supervisor, listing the information as not applicable.
同泰's new accounting supervisor, 賴釔蓁, holds the position of director of finance and accounting.
【柏文】 Provides Details on a Cybersecurity Incident at Its E-commerce Platform's Outsourced Service Provider and Its Response to Members' Reports of Suspected E-commerce Order Data Leakage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
柏文 (8462) announced that a database at its outsourced e-commerce service provider was attacked and order data may have been leaked. The company has notified the relevant authorities and issued anti-fraud reminders. There is currently no material financial impact.
Facts
柏文 was notified by its outsourced online platform service provider that its Commerce Cloud database had been attacked and some data had been accessed without authorization.
The database contained 柏文 e-commerce order data, but the provider has yet to determine whether the data was affected or the extent of any impact.
柏文 has received reports from online members indicating that a third party may have improperly obtained data and contacted consumers by email.
柏文 has proactively notified the relevant authorities and asked its outsourced service provider to promptly determine the cause of the incident and conduct a cybersecurity review.
To guard against fraud, 柏文 has issued anti-fraud reminders through its e-commerce website, emails to online members and text messages.
To date, the cybersecurity incident has had no material impact on 柏文's finances or business.
【泓德能源】 Provides Information on the Detention of the Company's Chairman and General Manager
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
泓德能源 (6873) announced that the Hualien District Court ordered the detention of Chairman 謝源一 and General Manager 周仕昌. The company has activated business continuity measures, appointing director 鄭涵 and senior associate vice president 吳俊儀 to serve in their respective roles. It emphasized that its finances and business have not been materially affected.
Facts
泓德能源 Chairman 謝源一 and General Manager 周仕昌 were ordered detained by the Hualien District Court.
Director Zheng Han will serve as acting chairman of 泓德能源.
Senior Associate Vice President Wu Junyi of the business division will serve as acting general manager of 泓德能源.
Executive Vice President Li Yongqing and Senior Associate Vice President Xie Ziyan of 泓德能源 were ordered detained by a court.
CFO Liao Yankai of 泓德能源 was released without bail.
【泓德能源】Announcement of the acting representative for the company's chairman
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
泓德能源（6873）announced a change in its acting chairman. Former chairman Xie Yuanyi was detained in connection with a judicial case, and director Zheng Han will temporarily assume the position to maintain operations.
Facts
Chairman Xie Yuanyi of 泓德能源 was ordered detained by a court in connection with a judicial case and is temporarily unable to exercise his duties.
Director Zheng Han of 泓德能源 will temporarily perform the duties and exercise the authority of chairman.
The change in 泓德能源's acting chairman takes effect on Oct. 23, 115.
The personnel change at 泓德能源 is intended to maintain the normal operation of all company businesses.
【中華資安】The company invited to attend an online investor conference hosted by 元大證券
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中華資安（7765）announced that it will attend an online investor conference hosted by 元大證券 on Nov. 12, 115. The conference will be held at 3 p.m. via Webex, with a registration link provided for investors.
Facts
中華資安（company code 7765）was invited to attend an online investor conference hosted by 元大證券.
The date of the investor conference and the date it will be held are Nov. 12, 115.
Original法人說明會的召開時間為下午3時00分。
The investor conference will take place online via Webex.
The registration URL is a specific link on the 元大證券 website.
The board of directors of 中華資安 resolved on Oct. 23, 115, to convene its first extraordinary shareholders' meeting of 115.
中華資安's first extraordinary shareholders' meeting of 115 will be held on Dec. 16, 115.
中華資安's extraordinary shareholders' meeting will be held at GIS NTU Convention Center, No. 24, Section 1, Hangzhou South Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City.
中華資安's extraordinary shareholders' meeting will be held in person.
One of the reasons for convening 中華資安's extraordinary shareholders' meeting is a proposal for a full re-election of its fourth-term directors.
The second reason for convening 中華資安's extraordinary shareholders' meeting is a proposal to lift restrictions on non-compete activities by newly elected directors and their representatives.
The share transfer book closure period for 中華資安's extraordinary shareholders' meeting runs from Nov. 17, 115, through Dec. 16, 115.
【仁寶】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 仁寶電腦工業（中國）有限公司 of the disposal of its 31.7352% stake in 仲穎智能科技（蘇州）有限公司
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
仁寶's subsidiary plans to dispose of a 31.7352% stake in 仲穎智能科技, with an expected gain of RMB 307 million, as part of efforts to optimize resource allocation.
Facts
Original仁寶電腦工業（中國）有限公司處分仲穎智能科技（蘇州）有限公司31.7352%股權
The expected total transaction amount is RMB 347,500 thousand.
The expected gain on disposal is RMB 307,000 thousand.
The counterparty is 蘇州昆穎投資合夥企業(有限合夥), which is not a related party.
仁寶's stake in 仲穎智能 will fall to 49% after closing.
The cumulative direct and indirect stake in 仲穎智能科技 is 49%.
The transaction accounts for 0.4% of 仁寶's total assets in its most recent financial statements.
【玉晶光】The company's securities have met the criteria for the announcement of trading information on the centralized market; relevant material financial and business information is therefore being disclosed to help investors make informed distinctions.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
玉晶光（3406）announced material financial and business information in accordance with TWSE regulations on Oct. 23, 115. Cumulative revenue for the first nine months of 115 reached NT$26.787 billion, up 1% year over year, while pretax net income and net income attributable to the parent company fell by double-digit percentages, down 24% and 23%, respectively, reflecting pressure on profitability.
【鴻海】Announcement of the company's acquisition of an equity stake in Foxconn European Manufacturing Services s.r.o.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
On Oct. 23, 115, 鴻海 acquired an equity stake in Foxconn European Manufacturing Services s.r.o. for approximately CZK 944 million, bringing its stake to 90.42%. The transaction is a related-party transaction for a long-term investment.
Facts
鴻海精密工業股份有限公司 announced on Oct. 23, 115, that it had acquired an equity stake in Foxconn European Manufacturing Services s.r.o.
The total transaction amount is US$44,000,000, equivalent to approximately CZK 944,270,800.
The transaction is a cash capital increase by a subsidiary and is a related-party transaction.
Following the transaction, 鴻海's cumulative stake in Foxconn European Manufacturing Services s.r.o. will be 90.42%.
The investment accounts for 16.89% of 鴻海's total assets and 34.34% of its equity.
Companies mentioned：鴻海精密工業股份有限公司、Foxconn European Manufacturing Services s.r.o.、Foxconn Holdings B.V.
【鴻海】Announcement of the company's acquisition of shares in Foxconn AI Solution (FR) SAS
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
On Oct. 23, 115, the board of directors of 鴻海 resolved to acquire 100% of the shares in Foxconn AI Solution (FR) SAS for US$58 million using its own funds as a long-term investment.
Facts
鴻海 announced the acquisition of shares in Foxconn AI Solution (FR) SAS
The transaction involved approximately 5,100,695 shares at a price of 10 euros per share.
The total transaction amount was US$58,000,000.
The transaction represents 16.89% of total assets and 34.34% of equity attributable to owners.
The specific purpose of this acquisition is long-term investment.
Companies mentioned：鴻海、Foxconn AI Solution (FR) SAS
【鴻海】Announcement of the Company's acquisition of shares in eCMMS Precision Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
On Oct. 23, 115, 鴻海’s board of directors approved using its own funds to acquire shares in a cash capital increase by its subsidiary eCMMS Precision Singapore Pte. Ltd. for more than US$1.1 billion. 鴻海 will continue to hold 100% equity after the transaction, which is a long-term investment.
Facts
鴻海 announced on Oct. 23, 115, that it had acquired shares in eCMMS Precision Singapore Pte. Ltd.
After the transaction, 鴻海 holds 100% of the shares in eCMMS Precision Singapore Pte. Ltd.
This investment represents 16.89% of 鴻海’s total assets.
The source of funds for this transaction is own funds
[飛宏] Announcement of a change in the company’s head of accounting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
飛宏 (2457) announced a change in its head of accounting. 江燿麟, formerly with 馳諾瓦科技, is leaving the position, and senior manager 林純真 will serve as interim head until formal announcement following board approval.
Facts
飛宏’s outgoing head of accounting was 江燿麟, accounting department director at 馳諾瓦科技股份有限公司.
飛宏’s new head of accounting is 林純真, a senior manager in the company’s accounting department.
The change in 飛宏’s head of accounting takes effect on Oct. 23, 115.
[永固-KY] Announcement on the completion of the share buyback period and its execution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
永固-KY announced that its share buyback period had ended, with 326,000 shares actually repurchased, short of the original target of 1,000,000 shares. The company cited its consideration of capital efficiency and market conditions, and its decision to make purchases in batches.
Facts
永固-KY’s originally planned maximum total amount for the share buyback was NT$828,309,501.
永固-KY actually repurchased 326,000 shares in this buyback.
永固-KY repurchased shares worth a total of NT$4,623,057 in this buyback.
永固-KY’s average repurchase price was NT$14.18 per share.
The number of treasury shares held by 永固-KY as a proportion of the company’s total issued shares is 0.40%.
[頌勝科技] Subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 announces board resolution not to distribute dividends
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
頌勝科技 (7768) announced that the board of its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 had resolved not to distribute dividends. The subsidiary plans to suspend profit distributions from 2026 to 2030 to raise funds for capacity expansion and meet operating needs.
Facts
The board of 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 resolved not to distribute dividends on Oct. 23, 115.
[頌勝科技] Subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 announces board selection of general manager
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
頌勝科技 (7768) announced that its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 selected 楊偉文 as its new general manager on Oct. 23, 115. The appointment followed the expiration of the previous term.
Facts
頌勝科技 announced on Oct. 23, 115, that its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 had selected a general manager.
The new general manager of 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 is 楊偉文.
The general manager change was made because the previous term expired and a new appointment was required.
The appointment of new general manager 楊偉文 takes effect on Oct. 23, 115.
[頌勝科技] Subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 announces board selection of chairperson
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
頌勝科技 (7768) announced that its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 held a board meeting on Oct. 23, 115, and selected 陳昱升 as its new chairperson. The change followed the expiration of the previous term and was a reappointment; both the outgoing and incoming chairpersons are 陳昱升. The effective date is the day of the resolution.
Facts
頌勝科技’s subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 selected 陳昱升 as chairperson on Oct. 23, 115.
The appointment of new chairperson 陳昱升 takes effect on Oct. 23, 115.
This announcement complies with Article 7, Paragraph 6 of the Enforcement Rules of the Securities and Exchange Act.
[頌勝科技] Subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 announces that its 115 extraordinary shareholders’ meeting approved lifting restrictions on new directors’ non-compete activities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
頌勝科技’s subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體 approved lifting restrictions on the non-compete activities of five directors, including 陳昱升, at its shareholders’ meeting on 115/10/23. The approval is valid through 118/10/22 and mainly concerns investments in semiconductor-related businesses in mainland China. It will have no impact on the parent company’s finances.
Facts
蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司’s extraordinary shareholders’ meeting approved lifting restrictions on directors’ non-compete activities on Oct. 23, 115.
The directors approved to engage in non-compete activities are 陳昱升、朱明癸、魏隆誠、楊偉文 and 黃聖皓.
The approved period for engaging in non-compete activities is from Oct. 23, 115, to Oct. 22, 118.
Director 陳昱升 serves as executive director and general manager of 濟南富能半導體有限公司.
Director 楊偉文 serves as a director and general manager of 觀勝半導體科技(合肥)有限公司.
The resolution will have no impact on 頌勝科技’s finances or business.
The approved non-compete activities are investments in or operation of businesses in the same or similar fields as the company.
[頌勝科技] Subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 announces resolutions of extraordinary shareholders’ meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
頌勝科技 announced that its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體 held an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting on 115/10/23 and approved a RMB 20 million credit facility, the election of directors and the lifting of non-compete restrictions, indicating that the subsidiary is raising funds and adjusting its governance structure.
Facts
頌勝科技 issued an announcement on Oct. 23, 115, regarding resolutions passed at the extraordinary shareholders’ meeting of its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司.
The extraordinary shareholders’ meeting of 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 was held on Oct. 23, 115.
The extraordinary shareholders’ meeting approved applying to 浦發銀行 and 中信銀行 for a combined credit facility of up to RMB 20 million.
The extraordinary shareholders’ meeting approved a resolution to elect company directors.
The extraordinary shareholders’ meeting approved a proposal to lift restrictions on the non-compete activities of directors and legal representatives.
[頌勝科技] Subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司 announces the convening of an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
頌勝科技 announced that its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體 will hold an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting in Hefei on 115/10/23. The agenda includes a RMB 20 million credit facility, the election of directors and supervisors, and the lifting of non-compete restrictions.
Facts
頌勝科技, on behalf of its subsidiary 蘇州觀勝半導體科技有限公司, resolved to convene an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting.
The meeting will consider obtaining a combined credit facility of up to RMB 20 million from 浦發銀行 and 中信銀行.
The meeting will consider the election of company directors and supervisors.
The meeting will consider lifting restrictions on the non-compete activities of directors and legal representatives.
[揚明光] Announcement that the board of directors approved the consolidated financial statements for the first three quarters of 115
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
揚明光 announced that its consolidated financial statements for the first 3 quarters of 115 were approved, with cumulative revenue exceeding NT$2.1 billion and net profit of approximately NT$12.34 million. The gross margin edged up in the third quarter, but shipments are forecast to decline in the fourth quarter due to multiple factors.
Facts
Original揚明光115年前三季累計營業收入為2,169,569仟元
Original揚明光115年前三季歸屬於母公司業主淨利為12,342仟元
揚明光's consolidated operating revenue for the third quarter of 115 was NT$746 million.
揚明光's gross margin for the third quarter of 115 was 16.8%.
揚明光 forecasts that shipments in the fourth quarter of 115 will be lower than in the third quarter.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary 3CEMS Corporation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控 announced that its subsidiary 3CEMS Corporation completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115. 李見發 was appointed as a natural-person director, bringing the director turnover rate to 50% and meeting the criteria for material information.
Facts
大眾控 announced an election of directors at its subsidiary 3CEMS Corporation on 115/10/23.
The newly appointed natural-person directors are 簡民智 and 李見發.
李見發 previously worked as a manager at 大眾電腦(股)公司.
This election resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term.
This change involved the replacement of one-third or more of the directors.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Prime Foundation Inc.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控（3701）announced that its subsidiary Prime Foundation Inc. completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115. 姜博譯 was appointed as a new natural-person director, while former directors 羅安棣 and 姜博譯 stepped down. The director turnover rate reached 50%, making this a matter with a significant impact on shareholder equity or securities prices.
Facts
The newly appointed natural-person director of Prime Foundation Inc. is 姜博譯.
The former natural-person directors of Prime Foundation Inc. were 羅安棣 and 姜博譯.
This election resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term.
This director change involved the replacement of one-third or more of the directors.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Perfect Union Global Inc.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控 announced that its subsidiary Perfect Union Global Inc. completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115. 羅安棣 left the position, while 姜博譯 remained in office. The director turnover rate reached 50%, constituting material information.
Facts
大眾控（company code 3701）announced an election of directors at its subsidiary Perfect Union Global Inc.
The election of directors took place and became effective on Oct. 23, 115.
The newly appointed natural-person director is 姜博譯, who held 0 shares at the time of election.
This election resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term.
This change involved the replacement of one-third or more of the directors and was classified as material information.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary High Standard Global Corporation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控（3701）announced that its subsidiary High Standard Global Corporation completed an election of directors on 115/10/23. Former directors 羅安棣 and 李見發 left their positions, and 李見發 became the new natural-person director. This brought the director turnover rate for the same term to 50%, constituting material information.
Facts
大眾控（company code 3701）announced an election of directors at its subsidiary High Standard Global Corporation on Oct. 23, 115.
Former natural-person directors 羅安棣 and 李見發 left High Standard Global Corporation, and 李見發 was appointed as the new natural-person director.
The director change was classified as a “new appointment,” and the reason for the change was an “election.”
New director 李見發 held 0 shares at the time of election.
This election resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term and involved the replacement of one-third or more of the directors.
Companies mentioned：大眾控、High Standard Global Corporation
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Danriver, Inc.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控 announced that its subsidiary Danriver, Inc. completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115. 姜博譯 was appointed as a new director, 羅安棣 left the position, and the director turnover rate reached 50%, constituting material information.
Facts
大眾控（company code 3701）announced an election of directors at its subsidiary Danriver, Inc.
The newly appointed natural-person director of Danriver, Inc. is 姜博譯, and the effective date is 115/10/23.
Former natural-person directors 羅安棣 and 姜博譯 left their positions following the election.
New director 姜博譯 held 0 shares at the time of election.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Danriver System Inc.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控 announced that its subsidiary Danriver System Inc. completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115, appointing 姜博譯 as a new natural-person director. The director turnover rate reached 50%, meeting the criteria for material information.
Facts
大眾控（company code 3701）announced an election of directors at its subsidiary Danriver System Inc.
姜博譯 was appointed as a new natural-person director of Danriver System Inc. on Oct. 23, 115.
羅安棣 and 姜博譯 were the former natural-person directors before the election.
This election resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term.
This change falls within the category of material information involving the replacement of one-third or more of the directors.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Broad Technology Inc.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控（3701）announced an election of directors at its subsidiary Broad Technology Inc. on 115/10/23. Former directors 羅安棣 and 姜博譯 stepped down, and 姜博譯 was appointed as a new director. The director turnover rate reached 50%, constituting material information.
Facts
Former natural-person directors 羅安棣 and 姜博譯 left Broad Technology Inc. on Oct. 23, 115.
姜博譯 was appointed as a natural-person director of Broad Technology Inc. on Oct. 23, 115, holding 0 shares at the time of election.
This election resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term at Broad Technology Inc.
This director change was deemed to involve the replacement of one-third or more of the directors.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Brilliant World Limited
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控（3701）announced that its subsidiary Brilliant World Limited completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115. Former directors 羅安棣 and 李見發 left their positions, and 李見發 was appointed as the new natural-person director, with the effective date also being Oct. 23.
Facts
大眾控's subsidiary Brilliant World Limited held an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115.
Former natural-person directors 羅安棣 and 李見發 left their positions, and new natural-person director 李見發 took office.
This director change resulted in a director turnover rate of 50% for the same term.
This director change constitutes material information involving the replacement of one-third or more of the directors.
New director 李見發 held 0 shares at the time of election.
[大眾控] Announces Election of Directors at Subsidiary Access Trend Limited
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
大眾控（3701）announced that its subsidiary Access Trend Limited completed an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115. Former director 羅安棣 resigned, and 李見發 was appointed as the new natural-person director, effective the same day. This brought the subsidiary's director turnover rate to 50%, meeting the criteria for material information.
Facts
大眾控's subsidiary Access Trend Limited held an election of directors on Oct. 23, 115.
李見發 was appointed as the new natural-person director, effective Oct. 23, 115.
The change in directors resulted in a 50% turnover rate among directors serving the same term.
【鴻準】Announcement of a change in the head of the company's internal audit department
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
鴻準 (2354) announced that Lin Yi-han resigned as head of internal audit on 115/10/23. An acting appointee will temporarily perform the duties, and the new appointment will be announced after a board resolution.
Facts
鴻準 (company code 2354) underwent a change in its head of internal audit on Oct. 23, 115.
A new head of internal audit has not yet been determined, and an acting auditor will temporarily perform the duties.
Shen Hsu-hui column: The “toll money” of the Strait of Hormuz
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
National Sun Yat-sen University Associate Professor Shen Hsu-hui analyzes how military threats in the Strait of Hormuz turned into economic charges in 2026. Iran is demanding that commercial vessels pay security fees, while former U.S. President Donald Trump also proposed a 20% security fee, raising concerns about risks to the global trading order.
Facts
The narrowest width of the Strait of Hormuz and the amount of oil passing through it each day
Military threats used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
The amount of transit fees demanded from individual vessels
Trump's proposed security-fee rate
The title and institutional affiliation of author Shen Hsu-hui
The share of global oil consumption represented by oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz
Chang Dongning's view: A sea change is coming to U.S. politics! How many more months can Trump hold on? Carville says so, and so do I!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Citing political commentator James Carville, this article says Trump, under pressure from the midterm elections and with low poll numbers (an approval rating of 32%), is expected to resign voluntarily within months to avoid legal reckoning. Vice President Vance would take over and sign a pardon to protect him.
Facts
Prominent U.S. political commentator James Carville believes Trump will most likely resign on his own in the coming months.
The latest polls show Trump's approval rating continuing to plunge, with only 32% approving of his performance in office.
If Republicans lose the midterm elections, Democrats will control Congress, and Trump will face impeachment and legal accountability.
Trump's ultimate self-preservation plan is to have Vice President Vance take over, with Vance signing a pardon as soon as he takes office to help Trump escape prosecution.
The author is Chang Dongning, a U.S. certified public accountant and editor-in-chief and president of 夏威夷泛太平洋報.
The Trump administration has been put on the back foot in its military campaign against Iran, with U.S. missile defenses failing and shortcomings in its combat capabilities exposed.
To avoid impeachment, Nixon resigned when the Watergate scandal was closing in on him. Vice President Johnson (the text says Ford took over, but mentioning Johnson taking over may be a typo; the original says Vice President Johnson took over, then later says Ford succeeded him, so describe the facts as stated in the original) took over and granted him a pardon.
Lin Ting-yao column: Rejecting Zhang Linghe and dissing Jay Chou—who is killing Taiwan's soft power?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The column criticizes the Taiwan authorities for their inconsistent treatment of mainland Chinese actor Zhang Linghe and says Jay Chou has been politically targeted over language labels, arguing that this is killing Taiwan's soft power.
Facts
At a press conference in late April, Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said Zhang Linghe would not be barred from visiting Taiwan simply because he had published a particular post.
In October, the Mainland Affairs Council rejected Zhang Linghe's application to visit Taiwan, citing reasons including posts that demeaned Taiwan's status, his attendance at the Cross-Strait Forum, and an unclear purpose for the application.
Hu Ge visited Taiwan on June 12, 2024, to attend the “Dialogue with Youth” lecture.
Taiwanese director Chiang Chi-cheng directed the mainland hit urban romance drama 《早春晴朗》.
The combination of Taiwan's idol-drama production experience and mainland capital has become a formula for generating market buzz.
Jay Chou is dedicated to promoting Chinese-language pop music, with works that reach Chinese communities around the world.
Yang Chin-pao's view: A public appeal to early-childhood education and childcare partners to care for children and safeguard parent-teacher relationships—speak carefully and vote wisely
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Retired professor Yang Chin-pao wrote that politicians were politicizing child abuse issues and urged early-childhood education partners to vote carefully. He praised Taipei City's policy to reduce working hours for parents, emphasizing that education should be kept free from political interference and return to respect and order.
Facts
At a political event in New Taipei, someone arbitrarily dismantled the “Tai” in Taipei, claiming that the mayor had not attended a meeting of preschool directors.
Taipei City will launch a program to reduce working hours for parents on Mar. 1, 115, allowing parents with children under 12 to work 1 fewer hour each day.
Original台北市政府對育兒減少工時計畫中家長減少的工資，將提供8成補助。
The author says the policy with the greatest impact over the past 4 years in Taipei City has been the program to reduce working hours for parents.
The author is a retired professor in the Department of Infant and Child Care at National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Tsai Shang-chien's view: Refusing a debt of gratitude that hurts—how much longer must children wait?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tsai Shang-chien analyzes the need for legislation on work permits for people working with children and youth, noting that unsuitable coaches evade oversight by changing their identities. Citing several cases and legislators' questioning, the article stresses the need for ongoing screening and interagency cooperation to address gaps in jurisdiction and accountability.
Facts
Of the 22 unsuitable coaches omitted from the list, 19 were involved in sexual offenses against children and youth.
Legislator Chen Ching-hui said child safety cannot rely solely on certificates of good conduct; screening should cover drivers, after-school care staff, club coaches, and others, with oversight based on the nature of their contact with children.
Lai Wen-hui's view: Waiting 30 years to get an ID card—are Hong Kong immigrants to Taiwan becoming “orphans”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Tsuen Wan District Councillor Lai Wen-hui criticized the Taiwan government for processing Hong Kong residents' settlement applications slowly, with an approval rate of only two-tenths, far below the four-tenths rate for mainland Chinese applicants. With inconsistent screening standards and a backlog of cases, Hong Kong residents may have to wait 30 years to obtain an ID card, leaving them as “orphans.”
Facts
Original截至2026年6月，累計已有3萬8千多名香港BNO簽證持有人取得英國永居身份。
Because of administrative inefficiency, a large number of applications under Canada's “lifeboat” program have been delayed until 2027 or later.
Original自2019年至今，共有5萬6千多名香港人來台居留。
As of the end of August 2026, 11,572 Hong Kong residents had been approved to settle in Taiwan and obtain national ID cards.
The National Immigration Agency has no objective, consistent standard for settlement screening, and guidance differs among service centers in different regions.
In the past eight years, the lowest number of Hong Kong residents approved for settlement by the National Immigration Agency was 1,296, in 2022.
Opinion submission: China should use its national power wisely to address geopolitical challenges in its neighborhood
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An opinion piece analyzes ethnic differences after 131 years of cross-strait separation and says Taiwan has rejected calls for peaceful reunification with mainland China. The author recommends that China take decisive military or economic action against Taiwan, or declare “one country on each side”; the author also argues that China should respond forcefully to the Philippines' provocations in the South China Sea, including cutting off supplies and opening fire if necessary, to demonstrate the power of a great nation.
Facts
Since Taiwan was ceded in 1895, Taiwan and the mainland have been separated for 131 years.
The article says 90% of people in Taiwan are unwilling to acknowledge that they are Chinese.
The Philippines has been causing trouble in the South China Sea for 27 years.
The dilapidated warship BRP Sierra Madre has been grounded at Second Thomas Shoal for more than 20 years.
The Democratic Progressive Party has governed Taiwan for 26 years and promoted pro-independence education.
The Kuomintang governed Taiwan for 55 years and conducted anti-communist education.
Japan imposed Japanization education on Taiwan for 50 years.
The Philippines has occupied 9 islands and reefs in the South China Sea.
Opinion submission: A great power leaves itself room to maneuver; does Taiwan say it is on the same path?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This is an opinion piece about East Asian geopolitics and Taiwan’s diplomatic strategy. The author says infrastructure projects involving China, North Korea and Russia, along with U.S.-China talks, show that countries are broadening their options. The author argues Taiwan should not mistake economic and trade growth for a security guarantee, and says the New Southbound Policy should return to its focus on markets and supply-chain resilience while strengthening Taiwan’s own defense capabilities.
Facts
The China-North Korea New Yalu River Bridge in Dandong, Liaoning Province, and the Russia-North Korea Tumen River Road Bridge have opened to traffic in succession.
In 二O二五年, Taiwan’s exports to New Southbound countries grew by 百分之三十五點五.
The Camp David consultations pledged to preserve each country’s freedom to act independently and created no new legal obligations.
The September Xi-Trump meeting also addressed trade and economic affairs, artificial intelligence, Taiwan and the Korean Peninsula.
A joint China-Russia statement this year declared that the countries would not form an alliance, but the Russia-North Korea treaty provides for military assistance under specific conditions.
林健正’s Viewpoint：Looking at the “深坑子草鴞大草原” Initiative Through Scientific Research, Professional Expertise and Value Choices
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
林健正 analyzes the “深坑子草鴞大草原” initiative for Phase 4 of the Southern Taiwan Science Park, saying it requires going beyond a single scientific model and combining systems thinking with an assessment of land scarcity to ensure off-site compensation effectively restores the grass owl’s habitat while taking into account the conservation of multiple species.
Facts
After Phase 4 of the Southern Taiwan Science Park entered the second stage of environmental impact assessment, grass owl conservation became a focus of public attention.
Community residents proposed the “深坑子草鴞大草原” concept, hoping to combine 深坑子 Farm and nearby habitats into a flagship grass owl restoration site.
The assumptions and mathematical models used in scientific research are simplifications of the real world and can create blind spots if their limitations are overlooked.
台糖 already has extensive flatland afforestation in 沙崙、虎山 and 港墘 and ample forest resources, but open grassland environments are scarce.
If a No Net Loss（NNL）model does not distinguish between the ecological functions of forests and grasslands, it may fail to adequately compensate for the grass owl’s habitat needs.
張競’s Viewpoint：Social Conflict and Unrest in Europe Today and in Hong Kong in 2019
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
張競, a senior researcher at the 中華戰略學會, analyzes the social unrest in France on October 17, saying it differs fundamentally from the 2019 Hong Kong riots. He says it involved no intent to overthrow the government, had no support from foreign forces and was unlikely to spread across borders. He also criticizes Western double standards and the unfair allocation of domestic resources in France.
Facts
Social unrest erupted in multiple French cities on October 17, injuring police officers and resulting in the looting of shops and property.
Afterward, the French government decided to impose curfews in specific cities to regulate public activity and restore social order.
Many commentators have said that Western societies displayed double standards and bias during the 2019 social unrest in Hong Kong.
The author says the current unrest in Europe has received no support, funding or other assistance from foreign forces.
Senior decision-makers in Paris haggle over insufficient resources to improve educational conditions, yet open their wallets generously to aid Ukraine.
李翔宙’s Viewpoint：The Weight of a Piece of Ginger—What Taiwan Needs Most in Moral Character Today, Through the Lens of “Fairness to Young and Old Alike”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Retired General 李翔宙 writes that Taiwanese society urgently needs to rebuild institutionalized trust based on the principle of “fairness to young and old alike.” He cites the small act of a vegetable-stall owner refusing to charge extra during a typhoon as a contrast to candidates inventing personal backgrounds during elections. He argues that integrity should be the institutional foundation for protecting vulnerable people and reducing social costs.
Facts
The author says “fairness to young and old alike” has at least 三 dimensions in modern society：absolute protection for vulnerable people，a commitment to fair procedures，and a core value that lowers the overall cost of social interactions.
The author says genuine fairness to young and old alike requires those with an advantage（such as businesses or people in power）to voluntarily give up opportunities to profit from information asymmetry. This is not charity but the starting point for fairness.
The author is a retired general who previously served as minister of the Veterans Affairs Council，director-general of the National Security Bureau and Taiwan’s ambassador to Denmark.
杜聖聰, chair of the Department of Radio and Television at 銘傳大學, analyzes 五 key steps in producing AI polls and their limitations. He says they are subject to model bias and struggle to simulate undecided voters, and recommends using them only for questionnaire testing and scenario analysis—not as a direct basis for election coverage.
Facts
The 第一步 in an AI poll is creating people. Researchers use the demographic makeup of a county or city’s electorate and proportions based on gender，age，administrative district，education and party leaning to generate virtual voters with large language models.
A report for New Taipei City assigned 2萬6771 AI agents across 二十九 administrative districts. The Hsinchu County version was configured with reference to 十三 townships and cities and the party-vote structure in 2024.
An experiment released by the U.S. Pew Research Center on September 30 found that creating an AI counterpart for each of about 一萬五千 real respondents still produced an average gap of 12.4 percentage points across nearly 三百 questions.
A line of fine print on an AI polling report says it is a census simulation of agents, not subject to sampling error, and is affected only by systematic biases in the model and scenario settings.
In Taiwan’s local elections, undecided voters often make up 兩、三成. Those still wavering are precisely the people AI is least able to portray.
The 第二個 use of AI-simulated polling is scenario analysis. Researchers can feed information to virtual voters and observe which age groups and administrative districts are more likely to change their views.
Opinion：Singapore’s Position on the Taiwan Strait Cannot Be Heard Only Halfway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article criticizes 童振源, Taiwan’s representative in Singapore, for quoting only Singapore’s statements opposing the use of force by Beijing at a National Day reception while overlooking Singapore’s one-China policy stance against Taiwan independence. The author says this selective quotation amounts to information manipulation and misleads the public about international support, and recommends that the government present both sides of the position in full.
Facts
At a National Day reception, Taiwan’s representative in Singapore, 童振源, outlined the complementary semiconductor and trade ties between Taiwan and Singapore and emphasized that Singapore has in recent years clearly stated that China should not use force against Taiwan.
Singapore Prime Minister 黃循財 visited Beijing for the first time as prime minister in June 2023 and reiterated to 習近平 Singapore’s opposition to Taiwan independence.
A Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs statement on talks during 李強’s visit to Singapore in October 2023 explicitly stated that Singapore opposed Taiwan independence.
When the 陳水扁 administration pushed for a referendum on joining the United Nations in 2007, Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the rare move of publicly calling the referendum provocative and irresponsible.
The author says the costs of selective quotation include leading the public to overestimate international support，forcing the other side to state its position more explicitly，and undermining the credibility of efforts to counter cognitive warfare.
Opinion：Does the President’s Image Matter More Than Democracy’s Red Lines？
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A mainland Chinese student studying on exchange at National Taiwan University was deported by the National Immigration Agency after mocking President 賴清德 and advocating unification. The agency cited violations of dignity and the risk of causing disruption. The author criticizes the move for placing the leader’s image above the red lines of democracy, saying the government missed an opportunity to demonstrate Taiwan’s freedom of speech and confidence in its institutions. The author stresses that a country must be able to restrain its use of power to uphold democratic principles.
Facts
A mainland Chinese student on exchange at National Taiwan University was deported after mocking the president and making remarks advocating unification.
The author questions whether a democratic system allows people to show disrespect toward their leaders.
The author says the government’s use of public power to protect the leader’s dignity confuses personal image with national dignity.
The author says that restricting speech merely because it provokes offense would undermine the protections afforded by freedom of speech.
The author stresses that confidence in institutions lies in restraining power, not demanding respect.
Opinion：沈伯洋 Opposed Tougher Drunk-Driving Penalties—Can Someone Like This Be Trusted as Mayor？
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An opinion article criticizes past remarks by 沈伯洋, leader of “洋流,” opposing 馬英九’s policy of tougher penalties for drunk driving, questioning his character and political integrity and urging the public not to let someone who tolerates crime rise to power.
Facts
In a Facebook post in January 2013, 沈伯洋 expressed opposition to 馬英九’s call for “preventive detention,” saying “detain brain-dead politicians.”
In February 2013, responding to 馬英九’s directive to amend the law so that a blood alcohol level of 0.25 milligrams would be grounds for prosecution, 沈伯洋 said he was unable to argue against it.
The author says that in Taiwan’s mainstream public opinion, imposing severe penalties for drunk driving is unquestionably the prevailing view.
The author questions whether 沈伯洋 would change his tune after gaining power, saying his past values differ from his current ones and that he has offered no sincere explanation.
The author urges citizens to keep their distance from self-righteous progressives and not let people who tolerate crime rise to power.
Opinion：Ministry of Labor, Stop Making Things Difficult for Workers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article reveals that Ministry of Labor regulations require workers to pretend to leave their jobs while actually remaining employed in order to claim Labor Insurance old-age pensions early, creating workplace confusion and unfairness. It calls for the law to be amended.
Facts
To claim Labor Insurance old-age pensions early, workers and employers engage in an arrangement in which the worker pretends to leave the job but remains employed.
For each year that Labor Insurance old-age pension benefits are claimed early, the pension is reduced by 4%.
The law sets out 三 requirements for claiming Labor Insurance old-age pensions：at least 15 years of Labor Insurance coverage，leaving the job and withdrawing from insurance，and meeting the eligible age.
Opinion：What Has the Integration of Childcare and Preschool Education Actually Integrated？A Look at Disputes Over Childcare Educators’ Pay
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article examines disputes over the compensation of educators at non-profit preschools following Taiwan’s integration of its early childhood education and care systems. It says the integration completed only a regulatory restructuring, leaving differences in staff compensation and qualifications unresolved, and draws on Japan’s system to recommend retaining diverse service models to balance quality and cost.
Facts
In 2001, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of the Interior established an interministerial committee to promote the integration of early childhood education and care. Its goals included pooling resources, responding to family needs, providing equal-quality education and care, and protecting staff rights.
After the Early Childhood Education and Care Act took effect in 2012, kindergartens and nurseries were incorporated into a new preschool system.
To address coordination issues between kindergartens and day-care centers, Japan developed certified centers for early childhood education and care, which combine education and care, without requiring all institutions to convert to a single type.
A draft amendment to the regulations governing non-profit preschools concerns their compensation system, prompting questions about the principles for differentiating educators’ qualifications and pay.
The policy rationale for integrating early childhood education and care is that the educational and care needs of children from zero to six years old are difficult to separate, making unified governance advisable.
The article says administrative uniformity does not necessarily mean the best service arrangements, and that different systems may reflect historical factors or differing service objectives.
Any free thought would be suppressed: a factor behind the lifelong tragedies of Soviet Chinese people: Excerpt from “China’s Vanguard in the Kremlin” (4)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article examines the historical impact of Soviet training for Chinese revolutionary cadres. It says many senior Chinese Communist Party and Kuomintang figures studied in Moscow, but ideological indoctrination had limited success, and most did not continue participating in the revolution.
Facts
In the 一九二至一九四年代, 八十 of the 一百一十八 senior Chinese Communist Party leaders received their education in the Soviet Union.
Only a very small proportion of Chinese graduates from Comintern higher education institutions in Moscow made major contributions to the Chinese revolution.
The administrative staff of the International Lenin School sought to ensure that all Chinese students were in the best possible learning environment, and its moral and political climate was much purer than that of Sun Yat-sen University in Moscow.
Chiang Ching-kuo was among the senior Kuomintang officials who studied in Moscow and went on to play an important role.
“The Mountain Makers” screened in Iowa; Taiwan official in U.S. says Taiwan-U.S. ties are interdependent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The documentary “The Mountain Makers” was screened at 愛荷華州立大學. 類延峰, director of the 駐芝加哥辦事處, said Taiwan is the United States’ 4th-largest trading partner, emphasizing the interdependent relationship between Taiwan and the United States and cooperation in semiconductor talent development.
Typhoon Champi weakens and its wind radius shrinks; rain expected to ease this morning compared with early morning
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Weather Administration said Typhoon Champi had weakened and its wind radius had shrunk. Rain this morning was expected to ease compared with early morning, but seas near Taiwan remained rough, and residents should watch for long-period waves.
Facts
Original中心氣壓950百帕
Maximum sustained winds near the center of 40 meters per second
The radius of 7-level winds shrank from 320 kilometers
to 280 kilometers
The radius of 10-level winds also shrank from 120 kilometers
Good morning, world》 Robust AI demand; industrial production index up 19.17% year over year in September, marking 31 consecutive months of growth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Buoyed by robust AI demand, Taiwan’s industrial production index rose 19.17% year over year in September, a record high for the same month and its 31st consecutive month of growth. The unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 26 years. International developments include SK海力士 scrapping Solidigm’s IPO, OpenAI adjusting its valuation, the launch of 蘋果’s first foldable phone drawing attention, demonstrations in France, changes to Japan’s tax-free shopping system, and an earthquake in Tibet that caused casualties.
Facts
The industrial production index stood at 140.76 in September
Up 19.17% year on year
31 consecutive months of growth
September unemployment rate was 3.36%
Provided US$585 million in foreign-currency funds
Original24日13縣市停班停課
Waves measuring 10.6 meters were recorded off Lanyu on the 23rd
Power outages affected 102,419 households across Taiwan at the peak
The target valuation has fallen to US$1.25 trillion from the previously proposed US$1.4 trillion
Expected to raise about US$30 billion
蘋果 is expected to capture 44% of foldable phone sales by value in 2026
First shipment of 20 units
The earthquake has left 16 people dead
32 people injured
339 homes collapsed
The number of police deployed at the scene will increase 20% from the 17th
A total of 217 people have been convicted and jailed in connection with last weekend’s riots
Japan will revise its tax-free shopping system for foreign visitors starting Nov. 1
Brazil presidential runoff set to take place; fiscal reform awaits next leader
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The second round of Brazil’s presidential election will take place on the 25th, with incumbent President Lula and right-wing candidate Flávio Bolsonaro virtually tied in polls. Whoever wins will face the daunting challenges of high debt, slowing economic growth and fiscal reform. Markets expect GDP growth of only about 1% in 2027.
Facts
Set to take place on the 25th
Both will face common challenges in 2027
Government debt has reached 11.1 trillion Brazilian reais
82.9% of gross domestic product (GDP)
Flávio Bolsonaro’s support stood at 47%
Lula stood at 46%
The two were tied at 50% when only valid votes were counted
Oil price surge and AI spending concerns leave U.S. stocks mixed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. stocks were mixed today as oil prices rose to their highest level since late April and concerns grew over AI spending. The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and 那斯達克指數 all fell, while the 費城半導體指數 rose.
Middle East Supply Risks Rise, Brent Crude Hits 6-Month High
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Following attacks on Saudi Arabia and an escalation in the U.S.-Iran war, concerns about Middle East supply risks intensified, with Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate prices hitting 6-month highs this week.
Spot gold fell 0.6% on Friday to $3,998.35 an ounce, after dropping as low as $3,975.23 intraday and breaking below the $4,000 threshold for the first time.
Gold fell a cumulative 4% this week, its worst weekly performance since June.
Brent crude hit a more-than-five-month high after Saudi Arabia was attacked by Houthi forces.
The market puts the odds of the Fed holding rates steady next week at 92%, and the odds of a rate hike in December at 78%.
Spot silver fell 1% to $53.97 an ounce, its lowest price since November 2025.
A selloff in tech stocks triggered margin calls, prompting investors to sell gold and silver assets.
U.S. December gold futures settled down 1.3% at $4,007.90 an ounce.
Can Apple Retake the Lead? Its Market Value Is Just $42 Billion Behind Nvidia; iPhone Duo and Q4 Results Are Key
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple’s market value is nearing Nvidia’s, with investors watching iPhone Duo sales and Q4 results. Fourth-quarter EPS is forecast at $1.98, while gross margin is expected to decline, as investors assess new iPhone shipments and the company’s AI strategy.
Facts
Apple’s market value stands at $5.082 trillion, just $42 billion below Nvidia’s $5.124 trillion.
Apple’s first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, officially went on sale on October 23.
Market analysts forecast Apple’s fourth-quarter earnings per share at $1.98 and revenue at about $113.23 billion.
JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee estimates iPhone Duo shipments at about 8.5 million units that quarter.
Apple forecasts a fourth-quarter gross margin of 47% to 48%, down from 50.1% in the third quarter.
AI Stock Selloff Batters Data Center Equipment Makers; Even Strong Results Fail to Stem Losses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
AI data center suppliers Bloom Energy and Comfort Systems reported better-than-expected results, but their shares tumbled in consecutive sessions amid concerns about future shifts in supply and demand. The equipment maker group has fallen 23% since October 6, wiping out more than $300 billion in market value as investors price in a worst-case scenario.
Facts
Bloom Energy’s revenue rose 138% year over year last quarter, and it raised its full-year revenue growth outlook to about 122%, but its shares plunged 11%.
Comfort Systems’ backlog nearly doubled to $17.8 billion, but its shares sank 9%.
Transformer manufacturers face delivery lead times of up to 26 months, highlighting supply chain strains.
Since October 6, the combined market value of 12 large data center builders and power-related companies has shed more than $300 billion.
Companies mentioned：Yahoo Finance、Bloom Energy(BE-US)、Comfort Systems(FIX-US)、Credo(CRDO-US)、All Star Charts、標普500指數、開拓重工(Caterpillar)(CAT-US)、GE Vernova(GEV-US)、Vertiv(VRT-US)、Eaton(ETN-US)、輝達(NVDA-US)、Jefferies、阿波羅全球管理(Apollo Global Management)、微軟(MSFT-US)、Alphabet(GOOGL-US)、亞馬遜(AMZN)
〈New York Foreign Exchange〉Dollar Rises; Yen Strengthens as AI Stocks Plunge; French Debt Concerns Weigh on Euro
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The dollar edged higher this week, while the euro fell on concerns about French debt and social unrest. The yen strengthened on safe-haven demand amid a steep selloff in AI stocks. Markets are focused on policy meetings next week by the U.S., European and Japanese central banks, expecting rates to remain unchanged while looking for clues about future policy.
Facts
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) rose 0.25% to 101.82 in late New York trading.
French government bonds were sold off, pushing France’s debt risk premium to its highest level since the eurozone sovereign debt crisis in 2011.
The yen benefited from safe-haven inflows triggered by a selloff in AI-related stocks, gaining about 0.7% against the dollar this week.
The market puts the odds of a Federal Reserve rate hike in December at 81%.
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has said that a measured policy response to inflation is appropriate.
Companies mentioned：Moody’s、Bannockburn Global Forex、三菱日聯金融集團、MUFG、倫敦證券交易所集團、LSEG、花旗
〈U.S. Stocks After Hours〉Oil Surges Past $100! Dow Drops More Than 650 Points; Philadelphia Semiconductor Index Edges Higher, Posts Third Straight Weekly Loss
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. stocks faced selling pressure Friday as tensions in the Middle East pushed oil above $100, sending the Dow down more than 650 points. Markets were mixed amid fading enthusiasm for AI trades and inflation concerns; the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index edged higher but posted its third straight weekly loss.
Facts
Original道瓊工業指數週五重挫約653點，創下兩個月來最大單日跌幅。
West Texas crude futures topped $100 a barrel, while Brent crude posted its highest closing price since April.
Original費城半導體指數週線吞黑3.21%，連跌3週創去年11月以來最長紀錄。
Original美國運通宣布裁減全球約5%人力，股價急跌3.62%。
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield briefly fell below 5% before recovering to about 4.999%.
Trump Again Raises Military Action Against Iran: Another “Operation Epic Fury” Possible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at a possible “Operation Epic Fury” military action against Iran, heightening tensions in the Middle East. International oil prices surged amid Houthi attacks and an oil tanker leak, with Brent crude hitting a nearly two-month high.
Facts
U.S. President Donald Trump said at a rally in Leesburg, Florida, that the United States could carry out another limited “Operation Epic Fury.”
Brent crude futures settled at $116.72 a barrel Friday, their highest closing price since April 29.
Yadollah Javani, head of the political bureau of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, warned that if the enemy launched a ground invasion, Iran would become the graveyard of the invading foreign forces.
The foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan issued a joint statement after meeting in Istanbul, calling for the full restoration of safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia’s energy infrastructure, along with reports of an oil tanker leak off the United Arab Emirates, deepened concerns about disruptions to Middle East energy supplies.
〈Energy After Hours〉Middle East Conflict, UAE Oil Leak, Libya Cuts Output: Multiple Supply Risks Push Oil to Nearly 6-Month High
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fighting in the Middle East and multiple supply disruptions have driven up oil prices, with Brent crude reaching a nearly 6-month high. The United States approved the use of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to address a refinery supply disruption, but reserves are already at a historic low, raising market concerns that escalating geopolitical risks will continue to fuel uncertainty in energy markets.
Facts
Brent crude futures surged more than $3 at the close on the 23rd, reaching their highest closing price since April 29.
Brent crude futures closed up $3.55 at $116.72 per barrel.
The U.S. Department of Energy approved an emergency exchange of up to 400,000 barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to address a supply disruption at the Phillips 66 refinery.
A valve on the pipeline connecting Libya's Hamada and Tahara oil fields to the port of Zawiya was shut, leading to a drop in output.
October 2026 has become the worst month for attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters.
Trump exempts some Canadian goods from 50% tariffs, boosting Maine senator's reelection bid
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Trump administration announced that, starting October 30, it would exempt some Canadian agricultural equipment and packaging materials from 50% tariffs, while adding more than a hundred categories of goods to the list of products subject to tariffs. The move is seen as helping Maine Senator Collins win reelection and easing pressure from tariff-driven agricultural costs in the state.
Facts
U.S. President Trump signed a presidential proclamation on Friday (23), deciding to adjust tariffs on imports from Canada starting October 30.
The tariff adjustment exempts 9 categories of Canadian goods from additional tariffs, including packaging materials and equipment used in Maine agriculture.
About 100 other categories of goods have been newly added to the tariff list, including cocoa powder, shampoo, carpets, canoes, and wooden coffins.
White House spokesperson Matthew Middleton said the president's move was in response to Canada's continued discriminatory and retaliatory measures against U.S. businesses.
Polls show Republican Senator Collins and her Democratic opponent, Jackson, locked in a tight race. A Fox News poll showed the two candidates tied in support.
Ukrainian President Zelensky accused SpaceX's Starlink and Starshield services of maintaining speed restrictions that are affecting Ukrainian military operations. Trump denied calling Musk to address the matter. Ukraine is seeking alternatives including Kongsberg and 諾基亞.
Facts
Zelensky said on Friday (23) that restrictions on Starlink and Starshield remain in place and connection speeds have yet to be restored.
Speed restrictions imposed by SpaceX on Starshield are causing drones flying at more than 100 miles per hour to lose their connection.
Trump denied on Friday that he had called Musk about Starlink service.
SpaceX shares closed at $147.49 per share on Friday, with a market capitalization of about $2 trillion.
Ukraine's Ministry of Defense signed a letter of intent with 諾基亞 and Finland's ICEYE to build independent satellite communications capabilities.
Ready to use at business meals and social gatherings! This new book, which has sold more than 90,000 copies, gets an upgrade with the addition of the latest topics. The expanded and revised edition of “The World's Most Easy-to-Understand Guide to Choosing Delicious Drinks: Wine, Sake and Cocktails” is now on sale.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン published the expanded and revised edition of its best-selling “The World's Most Easy-to-Understand Guide to Choosing Delicious Drinks,” which has sold more than 90,000 copies, on October 23, 2026. It adds the latest trends and practical rules, and explains how to choose wine, sake and cocktails.
[Free AI prompt collection] Farmers’ tax returns: Start preparing before the end of the year. A tool to help classify expenses is now available
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Metagri研究所, operated by 株式会社農情人, will publish an article with an expense-organization checklist on its generative-AI media outlet for farmers, 『農業AI通信』, on October 24, 2026, and offer a free tool to help determine how to handle tax returns.
Employee interview-based organizational development program adds a “Monthly Implementation Plan” and a “Light Plan” that can start with 10 employees
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
MIREAL株式会社 has added a “Monthly Implementation Plan” and a “Light Plan” available starting with 10 employees to its employee interview-based organizational development program, and will offer special pricing for November 2026 only.
株式会社ALLDAYS to exhibit at “HR EXPO,” part of the “11th General Affairs, HR and Accounting Week [Osaka]”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ALLDAYS will exhibit at the specialist “HR EXPO” trade show, part of the “11th General Affairs, HR and Accounting Week [Osaka],” to be held at INTEX Osaka from November 18 to 20, 2026. President and CEO Keita Uemura will be on site for 3 days only to provide individual consultations on organizational challenges.
Protect your life and your pet’s with “laser searches” using retroreflective variable QR codes! Makuake crowdfunding: Last chance until October 30!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
NPO法人光探索協会 is running a crowdfunding campaign on Makuake for a laser search service using retroreflective variable QR codes. In collaboration with APEX株式会社 and SMGコンサルタント株式会社, it aims to make drone searches during disasters a reality.
Facts
Through Oct. 30, 2026
On October 13
to depths of several meters underwater
more than a hundred companies
Original1台数千万円する
Established: October 2019
Companies mentioned：NPO法人光探索協会、Makuake、APEX株式会社、SMGコンサルタント株式会社、PR TIMES
Lessons in happiness drawn from the humanities. Using philosophy, psychology and art—including the works of Van Gogh, Goethe and Freud—as clues to consider how to live happily: “What School Never Taught You About What Matters for a Happy Life” is now on sale
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン published “What School Never Taught You About What Matters for a Happy Life,” written by スクール・オブ・ライフ, on October 23, 2026. The book has sold 5 million copies worldwide and been translated into more than 30 languages. It contains 21 lessons on how to live happily through philosophy, psychology and art.
Facts
Oct. 23, 2026
5 million copies worldwide
30 countries worldwide
21 lessons
9.79 million YouTube subscribers
Companies mentioned：株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン、スクール・オブ・ライフ、The School of Life、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Kindle
A look at the appeal of ホテル龍名館東京, whose roots lie in the inn 龍名館, founded in 1899. Beloved by Japanese painters, it has a history of surviving the Great Kanto Earthquake and the Tokyo air raids.