https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 65 items from 7 sources; Japan, 7 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626770Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:57:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒創奕能源 posted revenue of NT$1.664 billion in the first half, expects to reach NT$3 billion for the full year, and plans to go public on the Emerging Stock Board in 2027 and list in 2028. The company is accelerating its overseas electric bus and energy storage expansion, combining exports of core systems with local manufacturing to expand into new markets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626771Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:43:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中華精測 disclosed several advances in its AI testing business at an investor conference. Its CSP CPU probe cards have secured an engineering order and are slated for testing in November, while next-generation TPU substrates remain on track to ship in Q1 next year. Shipments of current-generation TPU boards continue to boost revenue, and high-power burn-in testing customers are expanding. The company also offered an outlook on capacity utilization in 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626772Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:40:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中華精測 benefited from AI and HPC demand in the third quarter, setting records for both revenue and profit, with EPS reaching 16.75 yuan. Management expects revenue to grow by nearly half in 2027 and said expanding capacity is now the market's key focus. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626773Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:38:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中華精測 announced at an investor conference that it is actively developing CPO testing interfaces and has contacted more than 5 companies. It also has monthly capacity of 1 million pins for its in-house MEMS probes and is buying additional European equipment to meet AI demand. In the third quarter, HPC's share of probe card revenue surpassed AP's for the first time, highlighting a shift in the application mix. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626774Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Kaohsiung National Taxation Bureau of the Ministry of Finance announced a case in which a father paid NT$8 million of his son's mortgage without compensation. Because the amount exceeded the tax exemption and was not reported, he was assessed an additional NT$556,000 in tax. The bureau reminded the public that assuming another person's debt without compensation is treated as a gift, and must be reported within 30 days. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624143Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article rounds up the TOP 9 actresses widely recognized online for their looks in period dramas, with Tian Xiwei taking the top spot for 《嫁金釵》. It says period dramas are the ultimate test of an actress's looks and details the actresses' costumes and performances in shows including 《成何體統》 and 《白日提燈》. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624144Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:10:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After 大都會投資管理, a subsidiary of 大都會人壽, acquired 柏瑞投資's Asian operations, 柏瑞投信 changed its name to 大都會投信 on October 1 and launched the One MIM integration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624013Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒財金教授段昌文指出全球AI資料中心面臨實體瓶頸，市場對AI獲利確定性疑慮，資金轉向防禦性資產。台光電營收獲利亮眼但股價波動，澳洲NextDC資料中心計畫因缺電力線路遭阻擋。市場估值反轉，牙膏公司本益比超越輝達，反映資金流向防禦股。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624014Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Analyst Weng Wei-jie said the market is repricing the AI industry, while capital expenditure pressures on tech giants are prompting a rotation into traditional value stocks. Foreign investors have been net buyers of 中鋼 and 台泥, and he forecasts that a return to value stocks will be a key theme in 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624015Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:18:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Global bond markets continue to attract funds. Julian Marks, a fund manager at Nomura, says hybrid capital corporate bonds offer investment value because of their high credit spreads, but investors should be mindful of subordinated debt risk. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624149Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:47:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s aging population is changing housing needs, putting the Mingde neighborhood in Beitou in the spotlight for its medical and educational resources. 樂揚建設 has launched the “Zhuoyue” project, offering spacious homes designed for three-generation households and reflecting the market’s growing focus on housing quality for all ages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626787Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:06:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Zhang Yili, a candidate for the Kaohsiung City Council in Zuoying and Nanzi, held a family vegetarian picnic party on the 26th, drawing a large crowd. He used the event to put forward pledges including expanding family parking spaces, setting up 24-hour childcare centers, providing allowances for grandparents and launching the “Xiong Baobei Card”, with the aim of creating a family-friendly environment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626788Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:04:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Fenglin Junior High School and Fenglin Elementary School have broken ground on projects with a combined budget of 1.08 billion. Councilor Lin Zhihong urged the city government to plan phase 2 school buildings in advance to address population growth and school enrollment pressure caused by the relocation of Dalinpu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626789Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:02:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 TTXC Taiwan Culture and Technology Conference closed on October 26 after a 19-day run that drew nearly 1 million visits. This year’s event introduced Korean AI film and television and the MUTEK brand for the first time, and promoted international exchange through an AI emotional experience exhibition, highlighting the growing integration of culture and technology across fields. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624159Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:54:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The eighth regular session of the fourth Kaohsiung City Council closed on the 28th, with Chen Chi-mai attending his final council questioning as mayor. Council Speaker Kang Yu-cheng gave him a microphone and suitcase as a wish for a successful end to his 6-year term. Chen Chi-mai sang “Red Bean” in appreciation, highlighting the close ties between city hall and the council. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624029Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:41:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Democratic Progressive Party Tainan mayoral candidate Chen Ting-fei joined South District council candidates and the party’s local chair on the 28th for a campaign tour, reiterating 6 policy areas covering daily life, tourism and culture as she pledged to build a culture- and tourism-focused, child-friendly city. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624167Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:37:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒For Thanksgiving and the year-end peak season, 和逸飯店‧高雄中山館 is offering a festive feast featuring an 8-kilogram Chiayi turkey, along with a family stay package tied to an exhibition featuring the Aunt Tiger IP, aiming to capture demand for group dining and travel. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624045Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:35:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒義守大學於10月19日舉辦燕巢樂齡實驗室成果展，展示結合AI音樂與高齡照顧的USR計畫成效，長輩創作融入地方記憶的歌曲並獲頒獎項。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624206Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:32:11 +0900Taiwan公視新聞In the bottom of the 12th inning of extra innings in Game 5 of the MLB World Series, the 光芒隊’s Williamson hit a walk-off single to rally past 釀酒人 4-3, bringing the series score to 1-3. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624220Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:51:29 +0900Taiwan公視新聞The Japanese financial cybersecurity giant GMO was infiltrated by a hacker group, affecting more than 26,000 cloud virtual servers. The hackers obtained high-level access and disclosed customers’ personal information. GMO refused to give in, offering compensation of up to 3 million yen per person and a 150 million yen reward. The Japanese government also ordered the Financial Services Agency to monitor unusual activity to prevent further fallout. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624217Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:43:09 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Exit polls in Israel’s election showed a close contest between the ruling bloc of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the opposition camp led by Gadi Eisenkot, with neither side winning a majority. Turnout reached a record high, and Arab parties emerged as a key factor in forming a government. Netanyahu will remain as caretaker prime minister until the coalition picture becomes clear. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624214Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:24:44 +0900Taiwan公視新聞華航 and 長榮航空 have resumed flights over Russian airspace after 4 years. The Ministry of Transportation said airlines would assess safety and costs independently. Separately, the proposed relocation of Songshan Airport has drawn attention, and 桃園機場公司 acknowledged that plans for Terminal 三 had not taken capacity transfers into account. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624213Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:11:16 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A bus turning left struck a pedestrian in New Taipei, running over a woman’s lower leg. She was taken to hospital with no life-threatening injuries. Police ruled out drunk driving, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation. Local residents said the narrow road design and blind spots caused by a vehicle’s turning radius contributed to the incident. Ministry of Transportation data show that traffic deaths among older people are rising. The Vision Zero for Pedestrians Alliance called on local governments to review dangerous intersections and traffic signal timing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624205Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:09:52 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Wildfires and haze on Indonesia’s Borneo have led to acute respiratory infections in 350,000 people. City and provincial governments in Central Kalimantan have launched “oxygen buses” to provide medical services. In Singapore, poor air quality prompted indoor shopping malls to open their doors to runners. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624204Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:09:52 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Tropical Cyclone Anab hit southeastern India, prompting officials to evacuate 180,000 people ahead of time. There were no casualties, but flooding damaged roads and farmland and disrupted power. A tornado also struck Turkey’s Antalya Province, killing 2 Syrian workers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624203Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:09:52 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A major fire broke out in Guryong Village in Seoul, South Korea, affecting 77 households and 107 people. Authorities deployed a large number of police officers to fight the blaze, which was extinguished after nearly 13 hours. Most buildings in the settlement are unauthorized, and urban renewal and relocation efforts have been underway in recent years. The fire may have started at a garbage dump, and the cause remains under investigation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624207Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:09:50 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Veteran Japanese manga artist Tetsuya Chiba died at a Tokyo hospital from myelodysplastic syndrome at the age of 87. His best-known works include 《小拳王》 and 《好小子》. He received the Order of Culture and served as president of the 日本漫畫家協會. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624216Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:04:26 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A couple surnamed 謝 who run a Taichung gallery were indicted for violating the Counter-Terrorism Financing Act after buying 2 paintings by North Korea’s 萬壽臺創作社 through a Chinese company and transferring money to the organization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624208Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:19 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A collision between Spanish high-speed trains caused 2 cars to derail, killing 39 people. The scene was chaotic as rescuers launched search and rescue operations, and the entire Madrid–Andalusia high-speed rail line was suspended. This was the second major accident on the route in 9 months, raising concerns about rail safety in Spain. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624218Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:17 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Trump campaigned for Republican candidates in Texas, touting an oil deal with Venezuela and saying it could become the 51st U.S. state. He also announced the termination of methane emissions rules introduced under Biden. Suspected AI-generated disinformation targeting Democratic candidates emerged during the election, and RNC deployed observers to ensure election fairness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624215Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:17 +0900Taiwan公視新聞高雄仁武區昕愛月子調理中心疑無預警倒閉，負責人徐姓、張姓姊弟因涉嫌詐欺被檢調拘提，各以10萬元交保。受害者組成自救會，累計簽約金額達700萬元，受害家庭超過50戶。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624222Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:16 +0900Taiwan公視新聞The Executive Yuan decided that no more sports classes will be added at elementary schools, and that existing classes will move toward club-based and community-based models. The decision drew concern from parents’ groups, legislators and coaches’ associations, which called for support measures to be put in place before discussing the transition and for the protection of coaches’ employment rights and students’ right to education. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624221Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:16 +0900Taiwan公視新聞The Tainan railway underground extension to Yongkang quickly passed the environmental impact review committee. The project is 6.7 kilometers long and is expected to add Kangqiao Station and eliminate railway crossings. 交通部 and 台南市政府 said the plan has residents’ support and that they will step up communication to reduce disputes over the expropriation of private land. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624219Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:16 +0900Taiwan公視新聞U.S. first lady Melania and the pope mediated a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in Oleshky and other areas, which was extended to Kherson. Finnish President Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Støre spoke directly with Russian President Putin, drawing criticism from some European allies. Iranian President Pezeshkian also visited the Kremlin to meet Putin. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624223Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:40:15 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A student at a junior high school in Kaohsiung entered the Kaohsiung City Student Art Competition last year, but was disqualified after the sea turtle composition was deemed to have been copied from a photo by 世界動物保護協會. A winning work this year appears to reference the same photo, sparking concerns about inconsistent judging standards. 教育局 said it would convene a judging committee to review the matter. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626833Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:42:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Trump hinted at a rally in Texas that Venezuela could become the 51st U.S. state, and claimed to have reached an agreement with Venezuela’s interim government covering billions of barrels of oil. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626832Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:21:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Taiwan’s women’s soccer team prepares for the World Cup playoffs, the women’s soccer union has raised concerns about gaps in support and an interruption in stipends. 中華足協 responded that it is planning an overseas training camp in Morocco in November and seeking to ensure continuity in training stipends and hire additional coaches and support staff. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626831Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:16:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAInvestors awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, and most major European stock markets closed higher. London’s FTSE 100 edged up, Frankfurt’s DAX rose, and Paris’s CAC 40 was unchanged. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626830Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:04:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid the conflict in the Middle East and demand for winter reserves, European natural gas prices topped 100 euros per megawatt-hour, reaching their highest level since 2022. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624393Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:19:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA rear-end collision involving high-speed trains in Spain killed at least 68 people and injured 58. The transport minister said the main cause was an incorrect order issued by the central rail dispatch center after a failure in the safety system, causing a RENFE train traveling at high speed to hit a stationary IRYO train. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624082Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:32:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te attended the global premiere of the documentary “Love of the Century: Yang Li-hua,” praising Taiwanese opera as a precious traditional art and recognizing Yang Li-hua’s contributions to preserving and promoting the Taiwanese language. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624080Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:15:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Jaiswal said India and Pakistan have different views on the “One China” policy. A plan for direct flights between Taiwan and India is expected to resume on Dec. 1 and has not been affected by Pakistan’s ban on Taiwanese airlines flying through its airspace. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624073Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:01:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACentral bank Governor Yang Chin-long told the Legislative Yuan Finance Committee that Taiwan has the capacity to establish a sovereign wealth fund, and that with careful planning, there is no question of good or bad timing. In response to media reports that he had stressed foreign exchange reserves should not be used, the central bank said that was inconsistent with the facts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624074Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFlavio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, arrived in Miami after losing the election, traveling via Argentina and Ecuador. He was reportedly granted entry with Trump’s approval. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626710Thu, 29 Oct 2026 02:00:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The World Bank forecast in a report that global commodity prices will rise 23% in 2026, as conflict in the Middle East and disruptions to Black Sea shipping push up energy and food prices. It also warned of mounting risks of inflation and a food crisis. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3626711Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網亞馬遜於新品發布同期，在裝置與服務部門裁員約250名軟體開發人員，以優化營運效率。此為本月第二波人力調整，繼核心零售部門裁減千人後，公司預計周四公布第三季財報。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624083Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. cruise operator Villa Vie Residences announced a suspension of operations after fuel costs surged 344%, and asked about 200 passengers stranded in Cambodia to disembark. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624084Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網UK Chancellor Healey unveiled a budget featuring measures including energy subsidies to address the cost of living, while the OBR raised its inflation forecasts. Markets were steady, and bank shares rose as they benefited from a smaller increase in the tax surcharge on profits. However, fiscal headroom shrank and difficult decisions were deferred. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623953Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Bank of Canada announced a 1-quarter-point rate hike to 2.5% on Wednesday, its first increase since July 2023. The bank said conflict in the Middle East had driven up energy prices and pushed inflation higher. It raised rates to prevent inflation from spreading and forecast that inflation would not return to its target level until 2028. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623954Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:54:58 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網People familiar with the matter said Pakistan had restored Taiwanese airlines’ right to fly through its airspace. Documents seen by 彭博 showed 中華航空 and 長榮航空 were authorized to use the airspace from October 28 to March 27 of the following year. Pakistan had previously barred Taiwanese airlines from flying over the country in support of the “One China” policy, forcing some flights to reroute over Russia. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623955Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:40:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網聯合利華第三季營收優於預期，但受北美疲軟拖累股價下跌。公司預告因戰爭推升成本將加速漲價，並宣布與味好美合併食品業務之計畫。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623956Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:10:20 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A team led by Trian Fund Management proposed acquiring 溫蒂漢堡 for $7.35 per share, valuing it at about $1.4 billion, a 20% premium. The proposal aims to take the company private and restructure it as it faces declining sales and high leverage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3623957Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網TrendForce predicts the global memory market supply-demand imbalance will persist，with DRAM prices continuing to rise through the first half of 2028 and HBM industry revenue exceeding US$2,000億 in 2027。Capacity expansion is constrained by cleanroom and equipment delivery bottlenecks。Google is an important growth driver for the HBM market。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624439https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624439Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:16:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES買取マクサス市川本八幡店, operated by 株式会社わたるコーポレーション, has ramped up buybacks of エアウィーヴ products in Chiba Prefecture and launched a campaign guaranteeing at least 3,000 yen for eligible products that meet the requirements. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624081Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:28:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社集英社ゲームズは、ミステリーアドベンチャー『都市伝説解体センター Nintendo Switch™ 2 Edition』および『シュレディンガーズ・コール』Nintendo Switch 2版を2026年10月29日0:00より販売開始すると発表した。また、両タイトルのSteamバンドル制作も決定した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624079Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBehaviour Interactive announced a collaboration chapter with the 『Terrifier』 film series for the asymmetrical horror game 『Dead by Daylight』. The PTB launches on Steam on Oct. 29, 2026, with the full release scheduled for the end of November that year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624078Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYuya Takano, a branding consultant at 株式会社揚羽, will speak at an online seminar hosted by 株式会社ファン・マーケティング on Nov. 11, 2026, explaining how to balance the use of AI with communications by people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624077Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmazon began early access in Japan to “Alexa+,” its next-generation personal assistant powered by generative AI, on Oct. 29. Alexa+ understands Japanese culture and customs and offers features that perform tasks through natural conversation. Amazon Prime members can use it at no additional cost. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624076Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmazon announced on Oct. 29, 2026, the “Echo Time” smart clock and “Echo Dot” smart speaker, designed for Alexa+ with generative AI. Echo Time went on sale for 35,980 yen and Echo Dot for 17,980 yen, each featuring new functions such as a sleep monitor and smart home hub. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624075Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmazon began early access in Japan to “Alexa+,” its next-generation personal assistant powered by generative AI, on Oct. 29. Alexa+ features natural conversation and smart home integration. It is free during early access and will cost 3,000 yen per month afterward, while remaining free for Prime members. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624433Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊三鼎生技(6808) announced changes to its spokesperson and acting spokesperson，naming 劉逸辰 as the new spokesperson and 詹育豪 as acting spokesperson。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624432Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊科明(7881) board approved a cash capital increase ahead of its initial OTC listing，issuing 252.5萬 new shares at a tentative price of NT$66 per share。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624431https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624431Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊吉晟生(7762)董事會決議以自地委建方式興建竹南廠房，契約總金額為新台幣86,040仟元，契約相對人為棋美營造有限公司。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624430Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊吉晟生(7762) board approved a cash capital increase ahead of its initial OTC listing，issuing 730萬 common shares at a tentative offering price of NT$50 per share。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624429Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊藥華藥(6446) announced that its subsidiary PharmaEssentia Singapore Pte. Ltd.'s application for an additional indication for its new drug BESREMi to treat essential thrombocythemia（ET）has been formally accepted by 新加坡衛生科學局。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624423https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624423Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan環球生技月刊藥華藥(6446) announced that its subsidiary PharmaEssentia Singapore Pte. Ltd.'s application for an additional indication for its new drug BESREMi to treat essential thrombocythemia（ET）has been formally accepted by 新加坡衛生科學局（HSA）。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624228Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:08:40 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心水利署 issued a notice on free overflow from Baoshan No. 2 Reservoir into Shijing Creek, affecting Baoshan Township and Emei Township in Hsinchu County, and East District, North District and Xiangshan District in Hsinchu City. Residents along the river are urged to be careful and stay away from the riverbed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624229Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:24:07 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心中央氣象署 issued a strong wind advisory for land areas（yellow alert），saying that from the evening of the 28th through the morning of the 29th，some areas of Lanyu，屏東縣 and 澎湖縣 could experience average winds of force 6 or higher or gusts of force 8 or higher。It urged the public to take care outdoors。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624230Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:18:40 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心水利署 issued an updated notice on free overflow from Hushan Reservoir into Beigang River, affecting multiple towns and cities in Yunlin County and Chiayi County. Residents along the river are urged to be careful and stay away from the riverbed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624231Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:40:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Jiuhu Village，Tongluo Township，苗栗縣，due to a booster station equipment failure。The outage is scheduled from 2026年10月28日21:37 to 29日02:30。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624232Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:30:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 will carry out a pipeline replacement project in Shengang District，Taichung City，to improve the stability of the water supply and reduce the risk of pipeline leaks，resulting in a water outage in Shennan Village。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-00/index-en.html#n3624475Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:29:00 +0900TaiwanHeho健康October 29 is World Stroke Day，and up to 90% of strokes worldwide can be prevented。The article explains how strokes occur and introduces the FAST mnemonic（smile，raise your hands，speak）to help people act during the critical window。