# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-28 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 158 items from 3 sources; Japan, 132 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## SINGLE MALT JOURNEY: A 3-week journey discovering a new single malt every week

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000258.000030735.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461706-en.html
- anchor: #n3620363
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リカーマウンテン、ブラウンフォーマン社

株式会社リカーマウンテン will hold SINGLE MALT JOURNEY at 210 stores nationwide and online from Nov. 7 to 30, 2026, offering special prices on 3 brands—Glenfiddich, Glendronach and The Balvenie—with a different brand featured each week.

Facts:
- 210 stores nationwide
- 3,880 yen
- 4,268 yen, tax included
- 5,980 yen
- ¥6,578 including tax
- 11,800 yen
- 12,980 yen (tax included)
- ¥15,400
- 16,940 yen, tax included
- 9,000 yen
- 9,900 yen including tax
- 1,000 pt
- +2,000 points
- Up to 3,000 points in total
- Membership fee: 500 yen
- 13 sets available
- 60 sets of each brand

## Sharefull Super Part-Time Jobs seeks laugh-out-loud part-time workers for GERA JAM 2026, featuring Lalande, Nishiki Koi and others

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000265.000124219.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461704-en.html
- anchor: #n3620362
- Companies mentioned: シェアフル株式会社、パーソルグループ、パーソルホールディングス株式会社

シェアフル株式会社 is recruiting laugh-out-loud part-time workers through “Sharefull Super Part-Time Jobs” to energize the audience at the comedy event GERA JAM 2026, to be held on Nov. 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Hourly wage: 10,000 yen
- Maximum: 5,000 yen
- Positions available: 1
- Working hours: approximately 3.5 hours
- 14 acts in total

## Collaboration between “けものフレンズ３” and “ムー” announced!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000382.000072985.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461702-en.html
- anchor: #n3620361
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アピリッツ・ファンカルチャーパートナー、学研、ワン・パブリッシング、SEGA

A collaboration event between Kemono Friends 3 and monthly magazine Mu will begin on Oct. 29, 2026, introducing the new character Shirotsuchinoko.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- 14:00
- Nov. 19 (Thu.)
- October 1979

## 『仮面ライダー DEFENSE WARRIORS』 marks its 1st anniversary! “1st ANNIV. Campaign” to roll out from Wednesday, October 28!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000433.000118144.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461700-en.html
- anchor: #n3620360
- Companies mentioned: アイア株式会社、ちゅらっぷす株式会社、CreativePlus

To mark the 1st anniversary of the launch of the smartphone tower defense game Kamen Rider DEFENSE WARRIORS, アイア株式会社 will hold the “1st ANNIV. Campaign” starting Oct. 28, 2026. The campaign will feature up to 550 free summons, a gift of 3,000 crystals, a new unit, and feature updates.

Facts:
- 1st anniversary of service launch
- Up to 550 summons
- 3,000 crystals
- Up to 10 cards
- 100 winners by lottery
- Revenue: 13.4 billion yen

## The 2nd Osaka Comedy Training School Exchange Battle Live: 松竹芸能 Talent School vs. ワタナベコメディスクール—event confirmed!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000517.000047561.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461697-en.html
- anchor: #n3620359
- Companies mentioned: 松竹芸能株式会社、松竹芸能、ワタナベエンターテインメント、ワタナベコメディスクール

An exchange battle live show featuring students from 松竹芸能 Talent School and ワタナベコメディスクール will be held at Shinsaibashi Kak座 on Nov. 15, 2026.

Facts:
- November 15, 2026
- Curtain up at 18:30
- Advance tickets: ¥1,200
- Tickets at the door: 1,500 yen

## The 3rd FTS INTREPRENEURS AWARD 2026 to be held

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000539.000030888.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461696-en.html
- anchor: #n3620358
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テレビ朝日、テレビ朝日、株式会社電通、電通、三菱総合研究所、米ニューヨーク州立大学バッファロー校ビジネススクール、早稲田大学、早稲田大学大学院経営管理研究科、早稲田大学ビジネススクール、慶應義塾大学、同大学院経済学研究科、米ピッツバーグ大学経営大学院、デロイト トーマツ ベンチャーサポート株式会社、トーマツ ベンチャーサポート株式会社、株式会社 ONE・GLOCAL、多摩大学大学院、JR東日本、JR東日本ｽﾃｰｼｮﾝﾘﾃｲﾘﾝｸﾞ、カルビー(株)、株式会社MIMIGURI、東京大学、東京大学工学部、東京大学大学院学際情報学府、東京大学大学院 情報学環

The FTS co-creation platform, promoted by 株式会社テレビ朝日 and 株式会社電通, has announced the 3rd FTS INTREPRENEURS AWARD 2026, which recognizes corporate entrepreneurs (intrapreneurs). This year, a new organization category will be added alongside the individual category, and general applications for the individual category will open on Oct. 28.

Facts:
- 3rd
- 2026
- FY2024
- 2 times
- 6 people in total
- The following 4 people
- 2008
- 2013
- 2019
- 2010
- 1989
- 35 years old
- 2005
- 2015
- Born in 1985
- Approximately 3 people
- Approximately 1 company
- 100 people at large companies
- October 28
- Nov. 25
- 18:00

## A tie-in with the Hokkaido Foodie Festival 2026: Two fan-favorite episodes of the timeless anime classic Lupin the 3rd PART2, celebrated in anime history, to air back-to-back in a special broadcast on HTB terrestrial TV!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000631.000073351.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461693-en.html
- anchor: #n3620357
- Companies mentioned: HTB北海道テレビ、TMS、NTV、TVer

To mark the Hokkaido Foodie Festival 2026, taking place in downtown Sapporo from Nov. 6 to 8, 2026, HTB北海道テレビ will air 2 selected episodes of the anime Lupin the 3rd PART2 in back-to-back late-night special broadcasts on Nov. 4 and 5.

Facts:
- Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 8
- Nov. 4 (Wed)
- Thursday, the 5th
- 3:30 a.m.
- 3：55
- 1 week of free catch-up streaming
- 155 episodes in total

## [STPR] 騎士X releases its 1st album, 『Tier１』, today, Oct. 28! Title track music video also unveiled

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000846.000059399.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461691-en.html
- anchor: #n3620356
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STPR、STPR、騎士X - Knight X -、騎士X

株式会社STPR released the 1st album, 『Tier１』, by its group 騎士X on Oct. 28, 2026, and unveiled the music video for its title track. The group also announced details of its Tokai-Tokyo-Osaka tour starting in November 2026.

Facts:
- Released today, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
- Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Price: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- ● Standing: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- ● Reserved seats on the 2nd floor: 7,700 yen (tax included)

## “Nojiru Yokocho” Ikebukuro pop-up edition: a lineup of activities to enjoy playing, eating and taking photos!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001033.000060459.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461689-en.html
- anchor: #n3620355
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リアルアキバ・コミュニケーションズ、株式会社マルハン東日本カンパニー、株式会社マーボードウフ、ME TOKYO、新文芸坐、株式会社MoveX、株式会社FNMD、ISARIBI株式会社、株式会社Xcountry、豊島区、チームとしま

As part of “TOSHIMA STREET FES 2026,” which 株式会社リアルアキバ・コミュニケーションズ is participating in, the Ikebukuro pop-up edition of “Nojiru Yokocho” will be held at Naka-Ikebukuro Park on November 2 and 3, 2026. As an experiential food festival presented by Maruhan East Japan Company, it will feature collaborative food trucks with creators 5歳 and Menchi Niki, an appearance by the character Nyanmaru, free games, photo spots and a range of other attractions.

Facts:
- November 1 (Sun.)–3 (Tue., holiday), 2026
- Two days, November 2 (Mon.) and 3 (Tue., holiday)
- The account has 170,000 followers.
- There are 10 levels of spiciness!
- You get 3 chances!
- Benefit: 50 yen off

## Post-event online sales begin for the “Seira 10th Anniversary of Artistic Career POP UP SHOP”!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001104.000069812.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461687-en.html
- anchor: #n3620354
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンテンツシード、THEキャラ通販サイト、有楽町マルイ、コアミックス

株式会社コンテンツシード will begin post-event online sales for the “Seira 10th Anniversary of Artistic Career POP UP SHOP” on THEキャラ通販サイト starting October 28, 2026.

Facts:
- 10th anniversary of artistic career
- Oct. 28, 2026
- Nov. 11
- Price: ¥440 (tax included)
- Set: 3,080 yen (tax included)
- 7 types in total
- Price: ¥550 (tax included)
- Set: 3,850 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥605 (tax included)
- Set: 4,235 yen (tax included)
- 990 yen each (tax included)
- 5 types in total
- 2,090 yen each (tax included)
- 1,595 yen each (tax included)
- 3 types in total
- Price: ¥3,190 (tax included)
- 1 type in total
- Price: ¥2,640 (tax included)
- Set: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,320 yen (tax included)
- ¥1,210 each (tax included)
- 2 types in total
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
- 1,760 yen each (tax included)
- 880 yen each (tax included)

## New-generation J-pop boy group aoen joins the Meiji University rugby team for a trial practice! “Youth Cheer Days: There’s No Choice but to aoen!”—a full-throttle show cheering on student sports—airs on CS channel 日テレジータス from 9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 24!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001297.000009198.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461684-en.html
- anchor: #n3620353
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＣＳ日本、日テレジータス、スカパー！、Ｊ：ＣＯＭ、ひかりＴＶ、ａｕひかり

The first installment of “Youth Cheer Days: There’s No Choice but to aoen!,” a program cheering on student sports featuring new-generation J-pop boy group “aoen,” follows the group as they join the Meiji University rugby team for a trial practice. The program will air on CS channel 日テレジータス at 9 p.m. on December 24.

Facts:
- 9 p.m.
- 21：00～

## “Rising again. Yet who knows when we may sink once more.” Trymatic’s new EP, “Resurfacing,” out Wednesday, November 4.

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001831.000011969.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461683-en.html
- anchor: #n3620352
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STARBASE、TOYOTA、パズドラ、グランブルーファンタジー、Anime Expo、mihimaru GT、AZU、BFI、Dreams Come True、洗足学園音楽大学

Trymatic will release its new EP “Resurfacing” on November 4, 2026. The 3-track release features an updated sound, with Kuniaki Suzuki on drums.

Facts:
- November 4, 2026
- 3 tracks in total
- A silence lasting just under 2 years

## Tokyo-based artist duo 2iwari., blending analog textures, Brazilian rhythms and a global perspective, will digitally release their 1st single, “Werewolf,” on October 28!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001969.000055377.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461682-en.html
- anchor: #n3620351
- Companies mentioned: The Orchard Japan、2iwari.

Tokyo-based artist duo 2iwari. digitally released their 1st single, “Werewolf,” on October 28, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 28, 2026
- Oct. 2, 2026
- More than 100 million plays

## BOØWY’s newly remastered audio from their first Budokan live show, “GIGS” JUST A HERO TOUR 1986 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, goes on sale Wednesday, October 28!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002225.000000664.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461680-en.html
- anchor: #n3620350
- Companies mentioned: ユニバーサル ミュージック合同会社、DAM

Universal Music will release “GIGS” JUST A HERO TOUR 1986” 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, a live album commemorating 40 years since BOØWY’s first Budokan concert, on October 28. Alongside newly remastered audio, the original recording of the previously unreleased track “PROLOGUE” will be included as a bonus track.

Facts:
- 40th anniversary
- Wednesday, Oct. 28
- 4,950 yen (tax included)
- 16,500 yen (tax included)
- 39,600 yen (tax included)
- 10 winners

## An exclusive interview special with BUCK∞TICK, who are releasing the single “Sonza Ryu Kai,” will air on スペースシャワーTV! The program looks back at the band’s journey since the release of the album “Subrosa SUBROSA” and explores what lies ahead!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002580.000002929.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461677-en.html
- anchor: #n3620349
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースシャワーネットワーク、スペースシャワーTV、スカパー!

株式会社スペースシャワーネットワークが運営するスペースシャワーTVは、11月24日22時よりBUCK∞TICKの60分間インタビュー特番「BUCK∞TICK The Next Chapter －Special Interview 2026－」を独占放送する。

Facts:
- For 60 minutes
- Wednesday, Nov. 25
- Tuesday, Nov. 24
- 1987
- Since August
- Over 4 months
- November broadcast
- Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026, 22:00–23:00
- As of April 2026

## シリーズ累計300万部『賢者の弟子を名乗る賢者 THE COMIC 16』コミカライズ完結巻、『デレたい彼女の裏表 THE COMIC 2』などコミックライド最新刊4作品10月29日発売！

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002871.000048095.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461675-en.html
- anchor: #n3620348
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイクロマガジン社、マイクロマガジン社、ライコミ

株式会社マイクロマガジン社 will release the latest volumes of 4 titles serialized in the monthly web comic magazine “Comic Ride” on October 29, 2026. “The Sage’s Disciple Calls Himself the Sage THE COMIC 16,” from a series that has surpassed 3 million copies in circulation, is the concluding volume.

Facts:
- 3 million copies in the series to date
- Oct. 29, 2026
- List price: 847 yen
- List price: 880 yen

## A coming-of-age drama starring Kang Hoon, Cho Hyun-cheol and Kim Jong-jin! Korean drama “Hot Goodbye” to stream exclusively on U-NEXT as an original title from midnight on November 11, premiering in Japan simultaneously with its home-country release

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003006.000031998.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461674-en.html
- anchor: #n3620347
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社U-NEXT、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、日本テレビ系、STUDIO DRAGON CORPORATION、Paravi、TBS、テレビ東京、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS、GEM Partners

株式会社U-NEXT announced that the Korean drama “Hot Goodbye” will stream exclusively as a U-NEXT original, premiering in Japan simultaneously with its release in its home country, starting November 11, 2026. The series is a Korean remake of “Life Is Tough, Isn’t It?” and stars Kang Hoon, Cho Hyun-cheol and Kim Jong-jin.

Facts:
- Late night on Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- More than 500,000 titles
- More than 1.37 million books
- July 2023

## [A work commemorating the 160th anniversary of Kobe’s port opening] The city of Kobe was built by descendants of pirates! Kaoru Tamaoka’s latest novel, “Take to the Sea: The Pirates Who Pioneered Kobe,” goes on sale Wednesday, October 28

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003379.000047877.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461673-en.html
- anchor: #n3620346
- Companies mentioned: 鈴木商店、新潮社、紀伊國屋書店加古川店、加古川図書館、株式会社新潮社

Kaoru Tamaoka’s latest historical novel, “Take to the Sea: The Pirates Who Pioneered Kobe,” will be published by 新潮社 on October 28. Commemorating the 160th anniversary of Kobe’s port opening, the novel tells the story of descendants of the Kuki clan amid the upheaval of the late Edo period, in the Sanda domain of Settsu. The author will also hold a talk and signing event at 紀伊國屋書店加古川店 on November 1.

Facts:
- 160th anniversary of Kobe’s port opening
- Sunday, Nov. 1
- Base price: 2,000 yen
- 2200 yen (tax included)

## Takanaka Masayoshi adds 5 shows after strong demand for national tour! Headed to the Kanto region and Okinawa in spring 2027

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003567.000012949.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461672-en.html
- anchor: #n3620345
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キョードーメディアス、楽天チケット

Following an enthusiastic response, 5 additional shows have been added to Takanaka Masayoshi’s “SUPER TAKANAKA LIVE 2026-2027” tour, celebrating the 55th anniversary of his debut and the 50th anniversary of his solo debut. The shows will take place in the Kanto region and Okinawa in spring 2027, with presale applications through the official website opening October 28.

Facts:
- 55th anniversary of debut
- 50th anniversary of his solo debut
- All 13 performances
- Attracted about 50,000 people
- 5 additional shows
- Reserved seating: 11,000 yen (tax included)

## “Every time you set off running, you fall more in love with Yokohama.” Runners from across Japan and overseas will once again take to the streets of Yokohama! “Yokohama Marathon 2026” is on!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003568.000012949.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461671-en.html
- anchor: #n3620344
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キョードーメディアス、横浜マラソン組織委員会、フレーベル館、TMS、NTV、横浜DeNAベイスターズ

“Yokohama Marathon 2026” was held on October 25, with about 29,000 runners taking part. Its slogan was “Every time you set off running, you fall more in love with Yokohama.” Reni Takagi, EXILE MAKIDAI, Yu Takahashi, Alex Ramirez and Natsumi Tsunoda participated as guests and runners, while water-station performances and lucky food giveaways were among the event’s offerings.

Facts:
- Yokohama Marathon 2026
- October 25 (Sun)
- Approximately 29,000 people
- 10th anniversary
- Minato Mirai 7 km Run

## [TOP 30 artists who set the charts ablaze with the biggest surge last week]

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003732.000022425.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461669-en.html
- anchor: #n3620343
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社

AWA株式会社 announced its “Top 30 Artists Who Made Waves on Last Week’s Fastest-Rising Chart” for the period from October 19 to 25, 2026. Mrs. GREEN APPLE ranked 1st, Lienel 2nd and back number 3rd.

Facts:
- TOP30
- 150 million songs
- Approximately 16 million items
- 980 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen per month (tax included)
- 270 yen per month (tax included)

## “Poppin-Play Kitchen Scratch” from “Project PRISMation” goes on sale for a limited time starting Wednesday, November 4!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005153.000002581.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461652-en.html
- anchor: #n3620342
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社DMM.com、DMM.com、DMMスクラッチ、Project PRISMation、Poppin-Play Kitchen、Gluttomy、ザ・ホラーズ・ホラー・ホーム、DMMプレミアム

合同会社DMM.com will begin limited-time sales of “Poppin-Play Kitchen Scratch” on November 4, 2026. Prizes include exclusive merchandise and clear cards.

Facts:
- ¥770 including tax
- 8 types in total
- A total of 30 days
- 60.12 million members
- More than 60 services

## The scenario event 『ホーンテイニアへようこそ２～冥獄魔王降臨～』 launches in 『クレイヴ・サーガ 神絆の導師』! Limited-time gacha draws and special limited-time packs tied to the event are also available!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006574.000032953.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461668-en.html
- anchor: #n3620341
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、EXNOA LLC

The scenario event 「ホーンテイニアへようこそ２～冥獄魔王降臨～」 launches on Oct. 28 in the RPG 『クレイヴ・サーガ 神絆の導師』, operated by 合同会社EXNOA. Limited-time gacha draws and packs tied to the event will also be available.

Facts:
- After maintenance ends on Oct. 28 (Wed.)
- Through 12:59 on Nov. 12 (Thu.)
- For a limited 2 rounds
- On the 150th pull
- 3 types of special packs will be available
- 2 types of packs will be available
- 1 type of pack will be available

## RADWIMPS’ 「夕星-ゆうづつ-」 selected as an insert song for the staged reading 『汝、星のごとく』! The staged reading of 『汝、星のごとく』, an award-winning bookshop prize work by Nagiura Yuu, will be performed at Osaka’s Knowledge Theater from October 31, 2026, to November 1!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009110.000001719.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461667-en.html
- anchor: #n3620340
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、講談社、Office ENDLESS、ローソンチケット、ローソン、ミニストップ

RADWIMPS’ song 「夕星-ゆうづつ-」 has been selected as an insert song for the staged reading 『汝、星のごとく』, based on a work by Nagiura Yuu. The performance will run at Osaka’s Knowledge Theater from October 31, 2026, to November 1.

Facts:
- The series has sold more than 2.1 million copies
- A 15-year journey of love
- All seats reserved: 11,000 yen (tax included)

## SQ・QUELL’s 10th anniversary song 『水の福音』 set for release! PV and cast interviews released!

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009144.000016756.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461666-en.html
- anchor: #n3620339
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アニメイトホールディングス、アニメイト、ムービック、ツキプロ、TSUKIPRO、ツキノ芸能プロダクション

SQ・QUELL’s 10th anniversary song 『水の福音』 is scheduled for release on Jan. 29, 2027. A PV and cast interviews have been released, and the song will be sold through online retailers including アニメイト and ムービック.

Facts:
- 10 years
- 2027.1.29
- 1,980 yen
- 5 types in total
- 2,200 yen

## Press release: Evaluation guides and other materials published for the Security Measures Assessment System for Strengthening Supply Chains (SCS Assessment System)

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:54:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000178657.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461473-en.html
- anchor: #n3620251
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人情報処理推進機構、IPA、経済産業省

独立行政法人情報処理推進機構（IPA） has published evaluation guides and other materials for the Security Measures Assessment System for Strengthening Supply Chains (SCS Assessment System).

Facts:
- Late December 2026

## DPro launches official YouTube channel “AI Marketing TV,” showcasing practical applications of AI in advertising, social media and landing pages

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:50:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000140101.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461474-en.html
- anchor: #n3620252
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KASHIKA、動画広告分析Pro、DPro

株式会社KASHIKA has launched the official YouTube channel “AI Marketing TV” for 動画広告分析Pro（DPro） and released its first video. The channel will demonstrate practical work in advertising, social media and landing pages, as well as examples of AI use.

## Rank 3 added to the important target suppression mission 「星砕の暴進」 in 『PSO2 ニュージェネシス ver.2』!

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:49:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007791.000005397.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461477-en.html
- anchor: #n3620253
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セガ、SEGA

株式会社セガ rolled out an update for 『PSO2 New Genesis ver.2』 on Oct. 28, 2026, adding Rank 3 to the important target suppression mission 「星砕の暴進」, new armor and a new AC Scratch.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
- Up to 4 players can participate
- Rarity ★15
- +8.7%
- 12 draw bonuses
- Earn 10
- Surpassed 12 million
- Up to 32 players

## A food-waste recycling loop that puts agricultural support to work instead of throwing food waste away: selling “TOIRO,” Uonuma-grown Koshihikari rice harvested through a community-based circular agriculture model in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture—expanding to sales through vending machines at Tokyo Station and online, hometown tax donations, and rice flour product development

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:48:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001279.000082978.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461480-en.html
- anchor: #n3620254
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション、魚沼農業協同組合、JA魚沼、株式会社のうランド、庄内クリエート工業、JR東日本

株式会社JR東日本クロスステーション has begun selling Uonuma-grown Koshihikari rice “TOIRO,” cultivated in Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture, using fertilizer derived from food waste. It is advancing a demonstration of a community-based circular agriculture model and assessing its commercial viability.

Facts:
- 300g
- 600 yen
- 5 kg
- 5,500 yen
- 10ｋｇ
- 10,000 yen
- Approx. 100 ha
- ¥4.101 billion

## Motorcycle tire specialty shop “タイヤカスタム” opens

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:47:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000150.000070755.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461479-en.html
- anchor: #n3620255
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カスタムジャパン、カスタムジャパン、鶴橋部品、日本モーターパーツ、BRIDGESTONE、DUNLOP、iRC、SHINKO、TIMSUN、MICHELIN、PIRELLI、METZELER、Custom Japan Co., Ltd.

株式会社カスタムジャパン, which offers parts for motorcycles, bicycles and automobiles, has opened the motorcycle tire specialty shop “タイヤカスタム.” Customers can intuitively search for and buy tires through 3 approaches: vehicle model, size and manufacturer.

Facts:
- Established in 2005
- “鶴橋部品,” founded in 1954 (now 日本モーターパーツ)
- Established August 9, 2005

## “AI avatars” coming to unmanned rental car check-in. デバイスエージェンシー is developing a new version of “スマートチェックイン for レンタカー,” with launch planned for November 2026

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:45:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000205.000058452.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461478-en.html
- anchor: #n3620256
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デバイスエージェンシー

株式会社デバイスエージェンシー is developing a new version of “AdvaNceD IoT スマートチェックイン for レンタカー,” which supports unmanned check-in at rental car offices, with launch planned for November 2026. Features include adding guidance by AI avatar and standardizing explanations.

Facts:
- Throughout November 2026
- 06-6585-9865

## uzumaki creative, which operates a social media marketing business for Gen Z, reports that 焼肉きんぐ (株式会社物語コーポレーション) gained approximately 19,000 followers in 1 month after starting TikTok operations

- Published: 2022-06-23T11:00:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000088580.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462320-en.html
- anchor: #n3620733
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社uzumaki creative、株式会社物語コーポレーション、焼肉きんぐ、丸源ラーメン、二代目丸源、熟成醤油ラーメン きゃべとん、寿司・しゃぶしゃぶ ゆず庵、お好み焼本舗、魚貝三昧 げん屋、しゃぶとかに 源氏総本店、熟成焼肉 肉源、牛たん大好き 焼肉はっぴぃ、松屋フーズ、ワーナーミュージック・ジャパン、あたらよ、アダストリア、株式会社リンガーハット

株式会社uzumaki creative began supporting TikTok operations for 焼肉きんぐ, a brand of 株式会社物語コーポレーション, and recorded an increase of approximately 19,000 followers in 1 month, with total views exceeding 4.74 million.

Facts:
- Approximately 19,000 followers
- More than 4.74 million total views
- More than 1 million views
- 7 videos created
- 2 videos

## Spain high-speed rail rear-end collision kills at least 30; second major accident on same line in a year

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:42:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280302.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462519-en.html
- anchor: #n3620888
- Companies mentioned: ADIF、中央社、美聯社、路透社、COPE

A high-speed rail rear-end collision in Spain’s Toledo province killed at least 30 people, marking the second major accident on the line in a year.

Facts:
- Death toll rises to at least 30
- Killed 46 people

## JAL, 全日空 outsourced vendor hacked; personal data of up to 92,000 people may have been viewed

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:38:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280301.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462507-en.html
- anchor: #n3620883
- Companies mentioned: 日本航空、JAL、全日空、ANA、日本越洋航空、JTA、Amadeus、朝日新聞、中央社

JAL and 全日空’s outsourced vendor Amadeus was illegally accessed, and personal data of up to about 92,000 passengers may have been viewed, including passport numbers.

Facts:
- Personal data of up to about 92,000 people
- About 2,000 passengers
- About 90,000 passengers

## Taiwan brings 118 screen productions to Tokyo; new BL series and gangster film among highlights

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:34:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610280300.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462502-en.html
- anchor: #n3620881
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、文化部影視及流行音樂產業局、台灣電視劇製作產業聯合總會、駐日代表處、駐日台北經濟文化代表處、巧克科技新媒體、踢帕娛樂

66 Taiwanese screen-industry companies are exhibiting 118 productions at the Tokyo International Film and Television Market (TIFFCOM). The Ministry of Culture held “Taiwan Day” to promote Taiwan-Japan screen-industry exchanges, with new works from Qiaoke Technology and 踢帕娛樂 promoted at the event.

Facts:
- 118 films, television series, animation and other productions
- 66 screen-industry companies exhibiting
- The 23rd Tokyo International Film and Television Market
- A total of 400 seats

## 振樺電 earns NT$3.47 per share in Q3 as higher component costs weigh on profit

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:29:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280299.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462501-en.html
- anchor: #n3620882
- Companies mentioned: 振樺電、中央社

振樺電 reported its 2026 third-quarter results, with consolidated revenue reaching NT$4.951 billion, up 41% year over year, on strong demand for semiconductor testing and data centers. However, higher costs for key components and delayed shipments weighed on results, with net profit after tax falling 19% year over year to NT$373 million and earnings per share at NT$3.47.

Facts:
- Earnings per share of NT$3.47
- Consolidated revenue reached NT$4.951 billion
- Up 41% year on year.
- Net profit after tax was NT$373 million
- Down 19% year over year
- Earned NT$10.56 per share in the first 3 quarters
- Related revenue in Q3 rose 62% year over year
- Related revenue in Q3 fell 16% quarter over quarter
- Down 4% year over year
- Consolidated gross margin in Q3 was 36.08%
- Down about 3.4 percentage points quarter over quarter
- Operating expenses in Q3 this year were NT$983 million
- Down 9% quarter over quarter
- Up 27% year over year
- Operating profit reached NT$803 million
- Down 17% quarter over quarter
- Up 2% year on year
- Recognized NT$3 million in foreign-exchange gains
- Recognized NT$18 million in equity-method investment gains

## BWF Hylo Open: Ye Hong-wei and Chan Yu-chen cruise past opponents to win opening match

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:25:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610280298.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462495-en.html
- anchor: #n3620880
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、世界羽球聯盟、BWF

At the BWF Super 500 Hylo Open in Germany, Taiwan mixed doubles pair Ye Hong-wei and Chan Yu-chen beat England’s Wakefield and Kelly 21-15, 21-9 in straight games, advancing to the round of 16 after just 26 minutes.

Facts:
- 26 minutes
- 21-15
- 21-9
- 4 consecutive tournaments
- Ranked 7th
- No. 3 seed

## Mbappe embroiled in ‘insulting China’ controversy; 皇家馬德里 apologizes to China

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:19:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280297.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462491-en.html
- anchor: #n3620878
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、皇家馬德里、Real Madrid、法新社、西班牙甲級足球聯賽、La Liga

皇家馬德里 apologized to the Chinese people over player Kylian Mbappe’s remarks mocking former Chinese leader Mao Zedong and backed Mbappe’s earlier public apology. The controversy prompted Chinese sponsors to end their partnerships, while Chinese state media also suspended broadcasts of La Liga.

Facts:
- 24 hours after the controversy erupted
- 1151028

## 聚恆科技 completes NT$1.05 billion syndicated loan, aims to deepen green-energy market presence

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:12:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280296.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462467-en.html
- anchor: #n3620877
- Companies mentioned: 聚恆科技、國泰世華銀行、華南銀行、永豐銀行、彰化銀行、臺灣企銀

聚恆科技 completed a NT$1.05 billion syndicated loan arranged by 國泰世華銀行. The funds will be used to repay old debt and support working capital as the company seeks to deepen its presence in the green-energy market.

Facts:
- NT$1.05 billion

## 南山人壽 takes stake in 梅科科技, combining insurance policies with health services

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:07:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280295.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462443-en.html
- anchor: #n3620863
- Companies mentioned: 南山人壽、梅科科技、工研院、中央社

南山人壽 General Manager Fan Wen-wei said the company has taken a stake of about one-tenth in 梅科科技, whose brand is “Shengsheng Youdong,” and will combine insurance products with health services such as muscle-strength testing. Regarding in-kind benefits, supply constraints and uncertainty mean the company currently favors financial compensation and in-home care.

Facts:
- The third quarter of this year
- Obtained about a one-tenth stake
- One board seat
- As many as 500,000 long-term care customers
- Assuming in-kind benefits are provided to 10%
- About 50,000 beds would be needed
- Mostly between 400 and 500 beds

## Philippine scholar: Pursue Taiwan cooperation in line with national interests and do not be constrained by Beijing’s position

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:06:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280294.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462444-en.html
- anchor: #n3620864
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、菲律賓每日詢問報、我們保護我們的海基金會、菲律賓海岸防衛隊

Philippine maritime expert O’Daniel wrote that the Philippines’ “One China policy” differs from Beijing’s “One China principle,” and that Manila should pursue cooperation with Taiwan in line with its national interests rather than restrain itself because of Beijing’s position. He said Taiwan and the Philippines have room to cooperate on maritime security, trade and civil exchanges, citing the transfer of the Kinmen vessel to the 菲律賓海岸防衛隊, where it became the BRP Sarangani, through “creative diplomacy” as an example of the value of bilateral cooperation.

Facts:
- More than 134,000 Filipino migrant workers were working in Taiwan in 2025
- In the 2025-2026 academic year, 5,536 Filipino students came to Taiwan for further studies
- Taiwan-Philippines bilateral trade totaled about US$7.2 billion in 2025
- Taiwan is the Philippines’ seventh-largest export market
- Tenth-largest source of imports

## Australian defense chief: AUKUS moving ahead, nuclear submarines expected around 2030

- Published: 2026-10-28T20:00:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280293.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462424-en.html
- anchor: #n3620862

Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles said in Cebu that under the AUKUS submarine partnership, Australia could begin receiving Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines from the United States around 2030. He also stressed the importance of the alliance.

Facts:
- Around 2030
- 1151028

## Chiang Wan-an campaign launches “Taipei Encore Stage,” inviting residents to imagine the future

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:54:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280292.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462340-en.html
- anchor: #n3620736
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨

Chiang Wan-an’s campaign team launched the “Taipei Encore Stage” website, using AI and 3D technology to showcase achievements and invite residents to create visions of the future. 12 works have been posted so far.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Early October
- Taipei in 2033
- over the 4 years
- 12 works
- October 8
- October 10

## 台達電 Q3 profit falls 6.5% quarter over quarter; earnings per share of NT$9.04, second-highest on record

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:52:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280291.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462339-en.html
- anchor: #n3620737
- Companies mentioned: 台達電、中央社

台達電 reported its third-quarter results, with quarterly revenue reaching a record NT$197.059 billion, up 31% year over year. Net profit attributable to the parent company was NT$23.495 billion, down 6.5% quarter over quarter, while earnings per share of NT$9.04 were the second-highest on record.

Facts:
- NT$197.059 billion
- Up 31% year on year
- Gross margin of 34.08%
- Net profit attributable to the parent company of NT$23.495 billion
- Up 26.3% year over year
- Down 6.5% from Q2
- Quarterly earnings per share of NT$9.04
- Net profit attributable to the parent company in the first 3 quarters was NT$69.186 billion
- Up sharply by 61.7% from the same period last year
- Earnings per share after tax reached NT$26.64
- Full-year earnings per share last year were NT$23.14

## 新北敬老卡擴大用途 116年納入健檢及超商消費

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:48:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280290.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462341-en.html
- anchor: #n3620738
- Companies mentioned: YouBike、農會、藥局、超商、市立聯合醫院

Points on New Taipei City’s Senior Citizens’ and Disability Care Card will increase to 600, with eligible uses set to expand starting in 116 to include health checks, hot springs, sightseeing buses and 超商 purchases, encouraging older people to participate in society.

Facts:
- 600 points
- More than 970,000 people
- 300 points
- 220,000 households
- NT$32.5 billion
- Growth of 70%

## 屏東特搜馳援花蓮洪災 5人獲頒行政院三等功績獎章

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:45:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280289.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462333-en.html
- anchor: #n3620734
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、屏東縣政府、屏東縣消防局、行政院

屏東縣消防局特搜大隊分隊長洪柏軒等5人因馳援花蓮馬太鞍溪堰塞湖洪災，獲頒行政院三等功績獎章，由縣長周春米頒發表彰。

Facts:
- 5 people
- About 13 people were trapped
- A total of 64 people trapped have been rescued
- A 4-day search-and-rescue mission

## YFY plans to invest NT$1.73 billion in 永豐金，with 2 subsidiaries taking part in the cash capital increase

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:45:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280288.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462334-en.html
- anchor: #n3620735
- Companies mentioned: 永豐餘投控、永豐金、永豐餘典範投資、永豐餘建設開發、永豐金控、中央社

Two subsidiaries under 永豐餘投控 plan to participate in 永豐金控’s 2026 cash capital increase，with a combined investment cap of NT$1.73 billion。

Facts:
- NT$1.73 billion
- NT$720 million
- NT$1.01 billion
- About 8%
- 11.87 million shares
- 417 million yuan
- NT$303 million
- 14.08 million shares
- NT$495 million
- NT$515 million
- NT$912 million
- NT$818 million

## 聯電 expects average selling prices to rise 10% next year，aims for AI revenue to reach 25% in 3 years

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:38:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280287.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462306-en.html
- anchor: #n3620725
- Companies mentioned: 聯電、中央社

聯電 expects strong demand momentum in the fourth quarter，with wafer shipments and capacity utilization remaining steady。CEO Wang Shih said average selling prices for its products in 2027 will rise 10% from 2026，and that AI-related revenue could account for 25% of quarterly revenue within 3 years。

Facts:
- Average selling prices for products in 2027 will rise 10% from 2026
- AI-related revenue is set to reach 25% of quarterly revenue within 3 years
- Capacity utilization of about 91% to 93%
- Capital spending of US$2 billion in 2026
- An additional capital spending budget of about US$3.2 billion
- About NT$102.781 billion
- Overall capacity utilization reached 92%
- Wafer shipments exceeded 1.2 million 12-inch equivalent wafers
- Quarterly revenue of NT$74.24 billion
- Gross margin of 34%
- Operating profit of NT$18.64 billion
- Net income attributable to the parent company of NT$16.434 billion
- EPS of NT$1.32
- Revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$204.01 billion
- Up 16.1% year over year
- Net income attributable to the parent company of NT$74.865 billion
- Up 136.5% year over year
- Earnings per share of NT$6
- 22-nanometer revenue accounted for 18.3% of wafer sales

## Investment commission approves NT$37.1 billion in foreign investment；Coupang’s NT$25.5 billion capital increase is the largest

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:36:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280286.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462305-en.html
- anchor: #n3620726
- Companies mentioned: 酷澎股份有限公司、沃旭西北大彰化控股股份有限公司、渢妙離岸風力發電股份有限公司、臻鼎科技股份有限公司、FOXCONN ASSEMBLY HOLDING CORPORATION、Q-Edge Corporation、XCIP Technologies Pte. Ltd.、GlobalWafers B.V.、IntelliEPI Inc.、中國鋼鐵、博智電子、保瑞藥業、Bora Global Ltd.

The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Investment Commission approved 12 major investment projects，including 4 foreign investment projects totaling about NT$37.1 billion，with a NT$25.5 billion capital increase by U.S. company Coupang the largest。The 8 outward investment projects totaled about US$2.747 billion and cover plans by companies including 鴻海、力成科技 and 環球晶圓 in AI servers，packaging and testing，and silicon wafer manufacturing。

Facts:
- About NT$37.1 billion
- NT$25.5 billion capital increase
- NT$7 billion capital increase
- NT$2.626 billion capital increase and investment
- About US$2.747 billion in total
- US$537 million investment in FOXCONN ASSEMBLY HOLDING CORPORATION
- US$370 million capital increase for a Singapore subsidiary
- US$400 million investment to establish XCIP Technologies Pte. Ltd. in Singapore
- US$1 billion capital increase for GlobalWafers B.V. in the Netherlands
- Recognized amount of about US$185 million
- US$74.5 million capital increase for an Indian subsidiary
- US$80 million capital increase for a Vietnamese subsidiary
- US$100 million capital increase for a British Virgin Islands subsidiary

## Typhoon 薔琵 crop losses rise to NT$440 million，with garlic hit hardest

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:33:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280285.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462296-en.html
- anchor: #n3620722
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部、農糧署、漁業署、畜牧司

農業部 statistics show that Typhoon 薔琵 caused NT$446.23 million in agricultural losses，including NT$356.84 million in crop losses，with garlic hit hardest。Yunlin County suffered the most losses。

Facts:
- Losses rose to NT$440 million
- Reached NT$446.23 million
- Crop losses totaled NT$356.84 million
- Crops were damaged across 6,587 hectares
- Damage rate: 22%
- The equivalent area of total crop failure was 1,436 hectares
- Damaged across 468 hectares
- Damage rate of 33%
- The equivalent area of total crop failure was 156 hectares
- Yunlin County had the highest losses，at NT$147.72 million
- Next was Taitung County，at NT$60.07 million
- Taichung City reported losses of NT$59.14 million
- Pingtung County reported losses of NT$50.77 million
- Miaoli County，NT$27.03 million
- Livestock losses also totaled NT$90,000
- Losses to private facilities totaled NT$89.3 million

## Typhoon 薔琵 causes crop losses in Taitung；applications open for cash aid

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:32:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280284.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462297-en.html
- anchor: #n3620723
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部、台東縣政府農業處

Following crop losses in Taitung caused by Typhoon 薔琵，農業部 announced that applications for cash aid and low-interest loans are open from the 27th through Nov. 9。

Facts:
- NT$95,000 per hectare for sugar apples and navel oranges
- NT$80,000 per hectare for bananas
- NT$41,000 per hectare for roselle
- NT$195,000 per hectare for passion fruit
- The crop loss rate generally must reach at least 20%

## Xi Jinping purges China’s military；scholar says hollowed-out senior ranks leave it unprepared to attack Taiwan

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:31:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610280283.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462298-en.html
- anchor: #n3620724
- Companies mentioned: 詹姆士敦基金會、中央社

Veteran China watcher Lin Ho-li said Xi Jinping’s large-scale military purges in recent years have reduced the number of senior generals from about 33 to 34 to just 4 to 5，while the Central Military Commission has shrunk from 7 members to 2。He said the People’s Liberation Army is currently not in a position to wage war against Taiwan because of severe shortages of personnel and equipment，and predicted that the anti-corruption campaign could backfire on Xi himself。

Facts:
- The military previously had about 33 to 34 full generals
- Now only about 4 to 5 remain
- The Central Military Commission has been cut from 7 members to 2

## South Korean local election dispute：special counsel examines 2.47 million ballots after 147 days

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:25:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280282.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462287-en.html
- anchor: #n3620626
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、韓聯社、大韓體育會、國立科學搜查研究院、警方

After 147 days，a South Korean special counsel team began examining 2.47 million ballots from the June 3 local elections at the Olympic Park Handball Gymnasium，investigating allegations of missing ballots and seeking to restore public trust。

Facts:
- A total of 147 days
- 2.47 million ballots
- More than 3,000 police officers
- More than 300 protesters
- About 100 people

## Lin Kuo-chang pushes fisheries upgrade；Wu Tsung-hsien calls for increased replanting subsidies

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:23:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280281.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462280-en.html
- anchor: #n3620578

Lin Kuo-chang，the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Yilan County magistrate，proposed policies to upgrade fisheries and promote marine tourism。Kuomintang candidate Wu Tsung-hsien called on the central government to increase replanting subsidies for areas hit by the storm。

Facts:
- One of Taiwan’s three major fishing ports
- Six-star cold-chain technology
- Build an Asia-class 3D mountain-and-sea outdoor amusement park

## Bribery suspected over banquet at upscale Yangmingshan restaurant；prosecutors search and question Chen Chung-wen

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:17:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610280280.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462276-en.html
- anchor: #n3620577
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、士林地檢署、調查局、台北市調查處、台灣高等法院、台北地方法院、國民黨

檢調獲報國民黨籍台北市議員陳重文涉嫌在陽明山高檔餐廳招待飲宴違反選罷法，士林地檢署指揮調查局搜索其服務處及議會辦公室等地，並約談陳重文等21人到案。

Facts:
- Chen Chung-wen and 21 others summoned for questioning
- To serve a prison sentence of 8 years and 6 months
- Stripped of civil rights for 6 years
- To serve a prison sentence of 6 months
- About 30 people attended the banquet that day
- Searches conducted at 9 locations

## Liu Yandong, former Chinese vice premier, dies at 81

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:16:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610280279.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462234-en.html
- anchor: #n3620573
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新華社、明報

Liu Yandong, former Chinese vice premier, died of illness in Beijing on Oct. 28, 2026, at the age of 81.

Facts:
- Died at the age of 81
- Oct. 28, 2026
- Born in November 1945

## Wei Jiaxian files complaint over overseas accounts interfering in election; You Shuzhen and Zhang Jun seek public support

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:10:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280278.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462235-en.html
- anchor: #n3620574

Wei Jiaxian, an independent candidate for Hualien County magistrate, accused overseas accounts of flooding his fan page and filed a complaint with prosecutors seeking an investigation; fellow independent candidate Zhang Jun pledged to set up a dedicated transportation liaison office within 100 days of taking office to track progress on the Suhua Safe project; Kuomintang candidate You Shuzhen returned to Ji'an Township to call for unity.

Facts:
- As many as 1,000 malicious comments in 1 hour
- Groundbreaking is scheduled for Nov. 4
- Within 100 days of taking office
- Give the public an update every quarter

## Anduril teams up with 高通 to develop U.S.-made laptops, with chips produced at 台積電's Arizona plant

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:08:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280277.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462236-en.html
- anchor: #n3620575
- Companies mentioned: Anduril、安杜里爾、高通、Qualcomm、台積電

U.S. defense technology company 安杜里爾 (Anduril) and 高通 (Qualcomm) are planning to build BlueChip rugged laptops in the United States using Snapdragon X chips made at 台積電's Arizona plant, creating a U.S. supply chain spanning every stage.

Facts:
- Valuation could reach about $100 billion
- Revenue reached $2.2 billion in 2025

## Bunun youth trace their roots, connecting Indigenous cultural heritage and forest sustainability

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:07:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280276.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462237-en.html
- anchor: #n3620576
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部林業及自然保育署、農業部林業及自然保育署南投分署、林保署、台灣博物館

農業部林業及自然保育署南投分署於台灣博物館南門館舉辦「把路走回來」新書發表會，透過布農族青年王勇傑的尋根故事，探討原民文化傳承與山林永續議題，並說明該署長期與東埔部落合作推動狩獵自主管理之成果。

Facts:
- TAIPEI, 28th
- 1151028

## 2 澎湖海事 students to represent Chinese Taipei in Special Olympics 7-a-side soccer

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:07:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280275.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462195-en.html
- anchor: #n3620551
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、澎湖高級海事水產職業學校、澎湖海事、中華特奧會、特殊奧林匹克、身心障礙者服務協會、草根足球社

澎湖海事水產職業學校陳恩宏與朱育澄獲選為特殊奧林匹克七人制足球中華台北代表隊選手，今日隨隊前往北京參賽，賽程至11月4日。

Facts:
- PENGHU COUNTY, 28
- 2 people
- The competition runs through Nov. 4

## Two trains collide in Spain, causing derailments; at least 10 dead

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:04:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280274.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462196-en.html
- anchor: #n3620552
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、美聯社、西班牙國家通訊社、西班牙鐵路基礎設施管理公司、ADIF、西班牙國家電視台、TVE

Two high-speed trains collided in Spain's central province of Toledo, killing at least 10 people and suspending rail services.

Facts:
- At least 10 people killed
- Two trains collide
- Two carriages derail

## New drug-driving rules take effect Oct. 31; first-time offenders face fines of up to NT$150,000

- Published: 2026-10-28T19:01:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280273.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462171-en.html
- anchor: #n3620550

The Ministry of Transportation has revised the law to raise fines for drug-impaired driving. First-time offenders on motorcycles will be fined NT$120,000 and those in cars NT$150,000. The changes take effect Oct. 31.

Facts:
- NT$120,000 for motorcycles
- NT$150,000 for cars
- A maximum additional fine of NT$90,000 for a second offense
- First-time drug-driving test refusal carries a NT$270,000 fine
- NT$450,000 for the 2nd offense
- An additional NT$180,000 fine for a third offense, on top of the previous fine
- A fine of NT$6,000 to NT$15,000
- The additional fine has been raised to NT$36,000
- An additional NT$36,000 fine under penalties for unlicensed driving

## Hsinchu Mayor Ann Kao attends education policy forum, signs pledge covering 8 demands

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:58:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610280272.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462099-en.html
- anchor: #n3620488
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新竹市教師會、新竹市教師職業工會

Hsinchu Mayor Ann Kao, who is seeking reelection, attended an education policy forum hosted by 新竹市教師會 and the teachers' union. She responded to teachers' calls to reduce class sizes, cut teaching hours and improve the workplace, and signed an education policy pledge covering 8 areas.

Facts:
- Signs education policy pledge covering 8 areas
- NT$9.674 billion in ROC year 112
- Increase to NT$14.1 billion in year 115
- NT$15.683 billion is budgeted for year 116
- Invest NT$60 billion over the next 4 years
- Maintain at least NT$15 billion annually
- Invest nearly NT$60 million to improve teachers' salary structure
- Invest NT$24 million in academic year 115
- Add 30 non-staff substitute teachers at elementary schools
- Gradually reduce class sizes to 28 students
- Reduce from 20 to 18 class periods
- Reduce to 18 class periods

## 龔明鑫: Taiwan's AI adoption rate reaches 38%; aims to raise it to 50% as soon as possible

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:54:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280271.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462100-en.html
- anchor: #n3620489
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、經濟部、台灣人工智慧大聯盟

龔明鑫, Minister of 經濟部, said Taiwan's AI adoption rate has reached 38% and that the goal is to raise it to 50% as soon as possible. He also said Taiwan has the world's second-highest economic growth rate and that more than 14,000 businesses have received help adopting AI tools since last year.

Facts:
- Taiwan's AI adoption rate has reached 38%
- Aim to raise it to 50% as soon as possible
- Could reach as high as 12% this year
- Economic growth is estimated at 11% this year
- The highest in 39 years
- Helped more than 14,000 businesses adopt AI tools
- 台灣中小微企業總數達170多萬家

## Typhoon Champi brings rain, replenishing reservoirs across Taiwan; water supply for next year's spring irrigation expected to be secure

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:53:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280270.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462036-en.html
- anchor: #n3620420
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、經濟部水利署、北區水資源分署、農業部

Typhoon Champi brought abundant rainfall. 經濟部水利署 said that as of the 25th, total inflows to major reservoirs across Taiwan were estimated at about 276 million tons, leaving water supplies for next year's spring irrigation expected to be secure.

Facts:
- 276 million tons
- 84% to 100%
- 100%
- 96%
- 99%
- 90%
- 490 million tons

## Woman nearly loses money after falling for fake free Mazu backpack offer; Yonghe police stop transfer at ATM in time

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:48:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610280269.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462035-en.html
- anchor: #n3620421
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新北市警察局永和分局

新北市永和一名7旬婦人誤信網路「免費送媽祖背包」詐騙訊息，欲在ATM進行實名認證匯款，警方獲報後3分鐘內趕抵現場攔阻，成功保住其2.7萬元積蓄。

Facts:
- 70-year-old woman surnamed Liu
- Officers arrived at the scene within 3 minutes
- Saved her NT$27,000 in savings
- Saved her NT$27,000 in savings

## Taipei heritage preservation awards go to 7 buildings, including the Red House and Taiwan Literature Granary

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:48:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610280268.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462037-en.html
- anchor: #n3620422
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、聯合國教科文組織

The Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs presented the 4th Cultural Heritage Preservation and Maintenance Awards, honoring 7 historic buildings, including the Red House and Taiwan Literature Granary.

Facts:
- 7 historic buildings
- 4th edition
- 17 sites
- 14 experts

## Fire at electronics factory in Baoshan, Hsinchu County, extinguished; losses estimated at NT$130 million

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:47:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610280267.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462039-en.html
- anchor: #n3620423
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社、竹縣消防局、新竹縣政府消防局、新竹市消防局

A fire broke out at an electronics factory in Baoshan Township, Hsinchu County. Firefighters extinguished it after about 3 hours. The fire affected about 3,700 square meters; no one was injured, and property losses were estimated at NT$130 million.

Facts:
- About 3 hours
- About 3,700 square meters
- About NT$130 million

## SK海力士 results boost market confidence; tech stocks surge as most Asian markets close higher

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:46:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280266.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462040-en.html
- anchor: #n3620424
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、SK hynix、微軟、Microsoft、Alphabet、SPI資產管理公司、SPI Asset Management、三星電子、Samsung Electronics、鎧俠、Kioxia、愛德萬測試、Advantest、東京威力科創、Tokyo Electron、台積電

SK海力士 reported strong results, with operating profit surging 632% in the third quarter on demand for advanced semiconductors, boosting confidence in AI investment. Tech stocks rallied, and most Asian markets closed higher; shares of 三星電子, 台積電 and Japan-based chip-related companies also performed strongly.

Facts:
- Third-quarter operating profit surges 632%
- Revenue and operating profit have set records for 6 consecutive quarters
- SK海力士 shares surge nearly 11% today
- 三星電子 (Samsung Electronics) also surged 9%.
- Seoul stocks surged more than 6%.
- Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index closed up more than 1%.
- 鎧俠 (Kioxia) shares soared 13.8%.
- 愛德萬測試 (Advantest) rose more than 3%.
- 東京威力科創 (Tokyo Electron) rose 4.4%.

## Foreign investors bought a net NT$15.9 billion in Taiwan stocks and added to ETF holdings, while cutting their holdings of 台積電 and 聯發科 for 14 consecutive days.

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:45:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280265.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462029-en.html
- anchor: #n3620418
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台積電、聯發科、友達、華邦電、群創、力積電、聯電、仁寶、鴻海、英業達、南亞、旺宏、台玻、寶成、啟發投顧、美國聯邦準備理事會、Fed、台新臺灣中小主動式ETF基金

Foreign and mainland Chinese investors turned net buyers of Taiwan stocks, purchasing NT$15.922 billion and adding to holdings of ETFs, panel makers and OEM contractors, but cut their holdings of 台積電 and 聯發科 for 14 consecutive days. The three major institutional investors bought a combined NT$29.894 billion net.

Facts:
- NT$15.922 billion
- For 14 consecutive days
- Rose 939 points
- Closed at 47,035 points
- Bought a combined NT$29.894 billion net
- Dealers' net purchases of NT$2.165 billion
- Investment trusts' net purchases of NT$11.807 billion
- Net long positions increased by 2,282 contracts
- To 2,745 contracts
- Decreased by 1,126 contracts
- To 84,917 contracts
- Sold 3,175 lots of 台積電
- Nearly 156,000 lots
- Cut holdings of 1,037 lots of 聯發科
- Total reached 35,100 lots

## Mainland calls Taiwan's cross-border repression allegations a “frame-up”; 陸委會: No surprise it denies wrongdoing

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:44:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610280264.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462028-en.html
- anchor: #n3620419
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社、陸委會、大陸委員會、國台辦、中國大陸國務院台灣事務辦公室、新北地檢署、行政院

In response to the cross-border repression case involving comedian Huang Yihao, 國台辦 said the allegations were a “frame-up and smear campaign.” 陸委會 responded that criminals do not admit to their crimes, adding that multiple incidents point to the Chinese Communist Party as the force behind them and that the government will pursue the matter in accordance with the law.

Facts:
- Indicted 5 people
- 1151028

## Small appliances bring big hope; Xie Zuwu urges support for long-term care families through a warm winter

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:39:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280263.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4462003-en.html
- anchor: #n3620417
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、介惠基金會

Entertainer Xie Zuwu teamed up with 介惠基金會 to visit families of people with disabilities along the coast of Changhua, delivering small appliances such as new rice cookers and washing machines to help families providing long-term care. He also urged the public to spread love at year's end.

Facts:
- Serves about 700 rural families each year
- Must make 4 round trips every day

## Taiwan stocks surged to reclaim 47,000 points; the New Taiwan dollar edged up on light trading to close at NT$32.418

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:38:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280262.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461975-en.html
- anchor: #n3620400
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Anthropic、台北外匯市場、元太外匯市場、央行

Taiwan stocks rose sharply to reclaim the 47,000-point level, as foreign investors turned net buyers. The New Taiwan dollar gained at one point, boosted by U.S. stocks and AI-related shares, but edged up only slightly to close at NT$32.418 amid caution ahead of the Federal Reserve's decision. 央行 Governor Yang Chin-long said foreign investors' profit-taking and remittances were the main reasons for the currency's recent weakness, adding that 央行 would adjust its response dynamically based on the pace of foreign capital flows.

Facts:
- Reclaimed 47,000 points
- Closed at NT$32.418
- Total trading value of US$2.488 billion
- Hit a high of 47,060.46 points
- Up 939.35 points
- Closing at 47035.58 points
- Bought NT$15.922 billion net
- Moved up to the NT$32.3 level
- Touched a high of NT$32.398
- A low of NT$32.498
- 累計貶值逾5.6角

## 2 surges of the northeast monsoon to bring rain to windward areas; temperatures in northern Taiwan could dip to 17 degrees

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:36:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280261.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461974-en.html
- anchor: #n3620401
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

The Central Weather Administration forecast that 2 surges of the northeast monsoon will affect the region over the coming week, bringing cooler weather to northern Taiwan and rain to windward areas, with local lows dipping to 17 degrees. It also warned of possible seawater inundation along the coast during the annual high tides. Typhoon No. 30, Yanhua, will have no direct impact on Taiwan but could generate long-period swells.

Facts:
- 17 degrees
- 21 to 23 degrees
- The 30th
- Nov. 2 and 3
- Typhoon No. 30

## Man stabbed 7 times, allegedly robbed and dumped on highway; passenger suspect arrested

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:31:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610280260.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461959-en.html
- anchor: #n3620395
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、內政部警政署國道公路警察局第七公路警察大隊、國道七隊、亞洲大學附屬醫院、台中地方檢察署

A man surnamed Huang was traveling by car with a friend from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan. On the return trip, he was allegedly asked by the friend to hand over his belongings and attacked with a Swiss Army knife. He was dumped on National Freeway 3 near Kuai-kuan in Changhua, but was not seriously injured. Police took in the Huang-surnamed suspect to clarify the case. The case will be investigated by the Taichung District Prosecutors Office.

Facts:
- suffered 7 stab wounds
- A 44-year-old man surnamed Huang
- southbound at kilometer 202.7 on National Freeway 3
- Received a report at 5:46 a.m.

## Former Kaohsiung City Council Speaker 曾麗燕 sentenced to 12 years in aide-fee fraud case at second-instance trial; Supreme Court sends case back for retrial

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:28:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610280259.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461962-en.html
- anchor: #n3620396

In the case involving former Kaohsiung City Council Speaker 曾麗燕’s fraudulent claims for aide fees, she was sentenced to 12 years in prison at the second-instance trial. The Supreme Court overturned the guilty verdict, citing an incomplete investigation, and sent the case back to the Taiwan High Court Kaohsiung Branch for a retrial.

Facts:
- Sentenced to 12 years at the second-instance trial
- Stripped of civil rights for 6 years
- Fraudulently claimed 千萬 in aide fees
- More than NT$10.53 million in illegal proceeds

## Finance Ministry plans to ease restrictions on leasing state-owned land for aquaculture; compliant users may sign leases

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:27:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280258.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461963-en.html
- anchor: #n3620397
- Companies mentioned: 財政部、國有財產署、中央社

財政部 plans to amend the Regulations on the Leasing of Non-public Use Real Estate Owned by the State, easing restrictions so that existing aquaculture sites in groundwater control zones that meet the requirements may legally enter into leases, addressing issues such as farmers’ applications for water rights.

Facts:
- About 336 hectares of non-public-use state-owned land in groundwater control zones across Taiwan are currently being used for aquaculture
- Yunlin County has the largest area, at about 85 hectares
- Chiayi County is next, at about 71 hectares
- Tainan ranks 3rd, with about 66 hectares

## Hualien Fruit and Vegetable Wholesale Market expansion delayed; county government helps clear obstacles to resuming work

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:26:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280253.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461942-en.html
- anchor: #n3620394
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、花蓮縣蔬菜運銷合作社、花東基金、農業部農糧署、花蓮縣政府、採購申訴審議委員會

The expansion of the Hualien Fruit and Vegetable Wholesale Market has been delayed by a contract dispute with the construction company. The county government has helped mediate and commissioned an architect to assess the cost of resuming work and arrange funding, in hopes of restarting construction soon.

Facts:
- The total budget is NT$100 million
- 花東基金 subsidy of NT$65.2 million
- 農業部農糧署 subsidy of NT$13.04 million
- County government subsidy of NT$8.69 million
- 花蔬 raised NT$13.07 million on its own

## South Korean financial sector hit by successive cyberattacks; Blue House holds emergency meeting to respond

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280256.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461960-en.html
- anchor: #n3620399
- Companies mentioned: Bithumb、大信證券、新韓銀行、KB國民銀行、未來資產管理公司

Several South Korean financial institutions have recently been hit by cyberattacks. The Blue House convened an emergency meeting to review the response and decided to share cybersecurity information and investigation findings in real time going forward, to strengthen defenses and prevent secondary victimization.

Facts:
- At least 16 financial institutions
- Personal information of 38,490 customers was leaked

## Japan imposes 5-year anti-dumping duties on nickel-based stainless steel from Taiwan; companies to seek channels to appeal

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280257.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461961-en.html
- anchor: #n3620398
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、經濟部貿易署、燁聯、華新麗華、唐榮、鋼鐵公會

Starting Oct. 31, the Japanese government imposed anti-dumping duties for 5 years on nickel-based stainless steel made in Taiwan and China. 燁聯 faces a rate of 3.6%, while 華新麗華 faces 20.1%. The companies expressed dissatisfaction and will seek channels to appeal.

Facts:
- Anti-dumping duties for 5 years
- The rate is 3.6%
- While the rate is 20.1%
- 訂單量減少約2成
- Sales account for only 1%
- Between 27.7% and 42.1%
- About US$120 million

## 環境部 approves environmental impact statement for southern Taiwan railway underground extension to Yongkang

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:24:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280255.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461939-en.html
- anchor: #n3620392
- Companies mentioned: 環境部、交通部鐵道局、行政院、台南市政府交通局

環境部 approved the environmental impact statement for the extension of the Tainan railway underground project to the Yongkang area. The project is 6.72 kilometers long and will eliminate 3 level crossings and 3 overpasses, serving about 230,000 people.

Facts:
- 6.72 kilometers long
- 230,000 people
- About 5 million passenger trips per year
- Eliminate 3 level crossings
- 3 overpasses

## Lee Sichuan discusses election culture, hopes young people can succeed through ability

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:23:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610280254.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461941-en.html
- anchor: #n3620393
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中國國民黨

Lee Sichuan, the Kuomintang's New Taipei mayoral candidate, took to the streets to canvass for votes for the first time, hoping to change election culture and give young people confidence that they can succeed through their abilities. He also put forward long-term care policies and visions for continuing Hou Yu-ih's governance and advancing light rail and medical infrastructure.

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Banqiao Jieyun Temple's 170th anniversary thanksgiving, blessing and peace grand ceremony

## Teachers and students from Japan's 大和西高校 visit Hsinchu's 光復高中 to try hands-on activities such as screen printing

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:22:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280252.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461914-en.html
- anchor: #n3620387
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、光復高中、大和西高校

270 teachers and students from Japan's Kanagawa Prefectural 大和西高校 visited private 光復高中 in Hsinchu City. The two schools became sister schools in ROC year 112. The visit featured 37 cultural-themed booths and 5 hands-on activities, including making bubble tea, nail art and screen printing, to promote student exchange.

Facts:
- 270 teachers and students
- Republic Year 112
- 37 cultural-themed booths
- 5 hands-on activities
- 42 groups

## 穩懋 earns NT$8.12 per share in first 3 quarters, forecasts continued revenue growth in 4th quarter

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:15:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280251.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461842-en.html
- anchor: #n3620386
- Companies mentioned: 穩懋、中央社

穩懋 posted earnings per share of NT$8.12 in the first 3 quarters. Supported by demand for satellite and optical communications, it forecasts revenue growth of a low-single-digit percentage in the 4th quarter compared with the 3rd quarter.

Facts:
- Quarterly revenue of NT$5.859 billion
- Up 11% quarter over quarter
- Up 31% year on year
- Consolidated gross margin of 37.4%
- A sharp increase of 9.2 percentage points
- Net profit attributable to the parent company of NT$1.93 billion
- Up 98% from the previous quarter
- Quarterly earnings per share of NT$4.55
- Net profit attributable to the parent company of NT$3.44 billion in the first 3 quarters of this year
- A sharp increase of 417% from the same period last year
- Full-year earnings per share of NT$4 last year

## 16 civic groups in Keelung put forward 12 demands and invite mayoral candidates to sign

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:14:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280250.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461766-en.html
- anchor: #n3620382
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、基隆市議會

16 civic groups in Keelung held a news conference outside city hall, putting forward 4 major visions and 12 policy demands and inviting 3 mayoral candidates to sign a pledge in response. Event organizer Wang Hsing-chih criticized campaign promises for lacking a sustainability perspective and said a rally would be held on Nov. 8 to announce the signing results.

Facts:
- 16 civic groups in Keelung
- 12 policy demands
- 4 major visions
- 3 mayoral candidates
- 1151028

## 張凌赫被拒來台 陸委會：政治意圖操作令人反感

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:13:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610280249.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461720-en.html
- anchor: #n3620383
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、陸委會、國台辦、民進黨

中國大陸男星張凌赫申請來台被拒，陸委會指其配合中共統戰且貶損我國地位，國台辦批評拒絕理由站不住腳。

Facts:
- TAIPEI, 28th
- 國台辦21日透過例行記者會上
- Liang Wen-chieh explained at a regular news conference on the 22nd
- （編輯：廖文綺）1151028

## ASEAN Briefing, Oct. 28, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:11:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610283003.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461763-en.html
- anchor: #n3620381
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、河內市政府、Meta、臉書、Facebook、蝦皮、Shopee、新加坡航空、Agoda、ShopBack、攜程集團、Trip.com、谷歌、Gmail、馬尼拉時報、緬甸商業日報、Myanmar Business Journal、惠譽公司、惠譽、彭博、亞洲開發銀行、亞銀、SKK Migas、路透社

The ASEAN Briefing for Oct. 28, 2026 covers economic and financial developments across the region: Hanoi, Vietnam plans to invest more than 22.2 trillion dong to renovate Hoan Kiem Lake; population growth in Laos is slowing, with the median age rising to 27; Meta's AI agent Muse has launched in Singapore, with partners including 蝦皮 and 新加坡航空; the Philippine peso has fallen to a historic low, and President Marcos Jr. has vowed to defend the exchange rate; cumulative oil shipments through the Myanmar-China pipeline have exceeded 100 million metric tons; 惠譽 forecasts Malaysia's Islamic finance sector will exceed US$800 billion; Thailand has approved a 50 billion baht household solar subsidy program; 亞銀 has approved US$72 million to help Cambodian agriculture withstand climate risks; and Indonesia has secured a commitment from the UAE to supply up to 30 million barrels of oil.

Facts:
- More than 22.2 trillion dong
- Underground shopping center with 4 floors
- Expected to be completed in 2029
- Counted 6.74 million permanent residents
- Omitted about 497,000 people
- Estimated permanent population of 7.24 million
- Annual population growth rate fell to 1.1%
- Peak of 2.5%
- Births per 1,000 people fell from 28 in 2015
- to 18.1 in 2025
- from 18.5 years old in 2005
- to 27 in 2025
- 64.17 pesos to US$1
- Cumulative oil shipments have exceeded 100 million metric tons
- More than US$800 billion
- A total of 50 billion baht
- About US$1.48 billion
- As many as 1 million households
- A subsidy of 50,000 baht per household
- Application period: ... through Jan. 31, 2027
- Cut electricity costs by more than 24.5 billion baht
- Approved a US$72 million financing package
- Benefiting about 200,000 smallholder farmers
- US$57 million in concessional loans
- US$15 million in grants
- Covering 7 provinces in Cambodia
- 186 commune subdivisions
- Provide irrigation services to an additional 7,000 hectares of farmland
- Repair 190 kilometers of rural roads
- Up to 30 million barrels of crude oil

## Fujii Kaze concert in Kaohsiung on the 31st; city government releases traffic information

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:11:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280248.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461724-en.html
- anchor: #n3620384
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市交通局、YouBike、捷運公司、台鐵公司、高鐵公司

Japanese singer Fujii Kaze will hold a concert at Kaohsiung National Stadium on Oct. 31. 高雄市交通局 has released traffic information, including road controls on Shiyun Boulevard, suspension of YouBike services and free shuttle buses.

Facts:
- Oct. 31
- 9 a.m. to 24:00
- 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. the following day
- 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- 3 to 5 minutes
- 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- 10:20 p.m.

## Ministry of Labor sets up Family-Friendly Workplace Division to handle substitute-worker subsidies and reduced-hours childcare incentives

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280236.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461837-en.html
- anchor: #n3620385

To advance the "New Taiwan Population Strategy," the Ministry of Labor, with Executive Yuan approval, has established a "Family-Friendly Workplace Division" to handle matters including substitute-worker subsidies and incentives for reducing work hours to care for children. It will have 1 division chief and 4 staff members.

Facts:
- 18 measures
- 5 areas
- NT$800 per day
- 1 division chief
- 4 staff members

## 彭博：巴基斯坦支持一中政策 對台灣航空公司關領空

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:07:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610283002.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461606-en.html
- anchor: #n3620323
- Companies mentioned: 彭博、中央社、Flightradar24、中華航空、長榮航空

彭博報導指出，巴基斯坦為支持「一個中國」政策，拒絕台灣航空公司飛越其領空，成為全球首個採取此類措施的國家。數據顯示中華航空與長榮航空自10月25日起改飛俄羅斯領空。

Facts:
- At least 10 flights traveling between Asia and Europe
- Starting the morning of Oct. 25

## 台積電 and 美光 expand investments in Taichung; city government says the 2 giants' investments exceed NT$1 trillion

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:07:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280235.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461607-en.html
- anchor: #n3620324
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、美光、中央社

The Taichung City Government said semiconductor giants 台積電 and 美光 are expanding their presence in Taichung, with combined investments exceeding NT$1 trillion. 美光's second advanced packaging and testing plant has opened, while 台積電's 4 1.4-nanometer wafer plants are expected to be completed next year.

Facts:
- 美光 has invested more than NT$1.6 trillion in Taiwan
- 台積電 is increasing its investment in the Central Taiwan Science Park by about NT$1.5 trillion
- 台積電's 4 wafer plants using an advanced 1.4-nanometer process
- The number of approved companies in Taichung has reached 378
- Total investment has reached NT$421.3 billion
- Investment in semiconductor and optics-related industries has reached NT$152.8 billion

## Tseng Chun-yueh exercises overseas-player rights for the 2nd time; Guardians offer their blessings

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:05:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610280234.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461609-en.html
- anchor: #n3620325
- Companies mentioned: 中職聯盟、富邦悍將、中央社

中職聯盟宣布富邦悍將主力投手曾峻岳二度行使旅外球員權利，球團表示尊重並給予祝福。曾峻岳本季創下生涯單季新高25次救援成功，生涯累積91次救援成功，防禦率1.94。

Facts:
- 25th birthday
- 3 years ago
- 25 saves
- 2021
- 6 seasons
- 91 saves
- 1.94

## Japan and U.S. agree to cooperate on first island chain defense system, strengthen “denial defense capabilities”

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:02:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610280233.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461610-en.html
- anchor: #n3620326

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjirō Koizumi and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met in Cebu and agreed to cooperate on establishing a defense system for the first island chain and strengthening denial defense capabilities to deter China.

Facts:
- (CNA, Cebu, 28, compiled from wire reports)
- The “National Defense Strategy” released by the Trump administration in the United States in January this year
- The three security documents set to be revised within the year
- 1151028

## Groundbreaking held for new Fenglin Elementary School; Chen Chi-mai: Dalinpu relocation enters substantive implementation

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:02:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610280232.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461577-en.html
- anchor: #n3620321
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市政府教育局

As part of the Dalinpu relocation plan, construction began on the new Fenglin Elementary School in Fengshan District, Kaohsiung. Mayor Chen Chi-mai said the project marks the relocation plan’s entry into substantive implementation. The new campus is expected to accommodate 18 classes and about 540 students, and be completed in February 119.

Facts:
- 18 classes
- About 540 students
- To be completed in February 119
- 109 years of history

## 昆桐科技：低軌衛星營收占比近7成 29日390元興櫃

- Published: 2026-10-28T18:00:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280231.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461578-en.html
- anchor: #n3620322
- Companies mentioned: 昆桐科技、SpaceX、星鏈、亞馬遜、Amazon Leo、高盛、Promersion

昆桐科技 will list on the Emerging Stock Board on October 29 at a reference price of NT$390 per share. Low Earth orbit satellites account for 67% of its revenue, and it is continuing to expand capacity in Taiwan and Thailand to meet market demand.

Facts:
- Reference price of NT$390 per share
- Oct. 29
- Low Earth orbit satellites account for 67%
- New site in Taiwan covers 1,700 ping
- Precision industrial park in Thailand covers 8,300 ping
- US$25 billion in 2025
- Growing to US$457 billion by 2035
- Compound annual growth rate (CAGR) as high as 33.7%
- Growing from NT$915 million
- to NT$1.902 billion

## 台南1名市議員參選人招攬選民赴中旅遊涉行賄 遭羈押禁見

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:58:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610280230.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461481-en.html
- anchor: #n3620257

A candidate in Tainan City Council’s 11th electoral district is suspected of bribing voters by arranging trips to China. After prosecutors searched and summoned those involved, the candidate and an aide were detained and barred from meeting visitors, while the candidate’s mother was released on bail of NT$10,000.

Facts:
- 14 people summoned for questioning
- 1 aide
- NT$10,000
- During July and August this year
- 12 locations searched
- 3 defendants
- 11 witnesses

## Kaohsiung Halloween giant pumpkin graduation exhibit adds 360-degree light show

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:57:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610280229.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461482-en.html
- anchor: #n3620258
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台鋼雄鷹、YOYO、MOMO、小公視、紙風車劇團

The Kaohsiung Halloween giant pumpkin graduation exhibit will take place at Weiwuying from October 30 to November 1. This year it has been upgraded to a 360-degree light show and will feature 9 themed zones. This is the giant pumpkin’s final year on display; after the event, it will “graduate” alongside Mayor Chen Chi-mai.

Facts:
- Upgraded 360-degree pumpkin light show
- 9 themed zones planned
- The 2-day-only “Parent-Child Costume Starlight Parade”
- More than 250 specialty market stalls planned

## Kaohsiung’s “Daliao Social Housing” unveiled, with diverse social welfare facilities opening at the same time

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:55:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610280228.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461487-en.html
- anchor: #n3620259

Kaohsiung City’s Daliao Social Housing was officially unveiled today. It is the city’s first self-built social housing project for people planning to marry or raise children. A range of social welfare facilities also opened, including a childcare center, a service hub for people with disabilities and a senior living center.

Facts:
- 40% reserved for housing for people planning to marry or raise children
- A total of 384 housing units provided
- Can care for 40 infants and toddlers aged 0 to 2
- 30% of places reserved
- A total of 1,206 applications received so far
- 1,050 applications approved
- Acceptance rate of about 35%
- 約154戶作為「婚育宅」

## Fire breaks out in part of 漢磊 and 嘉晶’s innovation complex; fully insured

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:55:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610280227.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461490-en.html
- anchor: #n3620260
- Companies mentioned: 漢磊、嘉晶

A fire broke out in part of the innovation complex in Hsinchu Science Park operated by wafer foundry 漢磊 and its subsidiary epitaxial wafer maker 嘉晶. No one was injured, and the site is fully insured. A preliminary assessment found no major impact on operations or finances.

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- No one injured

## Proposal to relocate Songshan Airport: Chen Shih-kai says all public policies are worth discussing

- Published: 2026-10-28T17:54:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610280226.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4461442-en.html
- anchor: #n3620187
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、桃園國際機場公司

At the Legislative Yuan, Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said relocating Songshan Airport was not currently feasible, but that public policies were worth discussing. 桃園國際機場公司 General Manager Fan Hsiao-lun said the airport’s plans did not consider the issue of relocating Songshan Airport.

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- TAIPEI, 28th
- 1151028