Two new colors to match your camera. Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO adds graphite gray and mist silver
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映像嵐株式会社 is adding two new colors, graphite gray and mist silver, to the Viltrox full-frame-compatible AF prime lens “Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO,” with sales starting October 29, 2026.
A chain reaction of inspiration and mayhem! “Contraptions Collection,” featuring 3 physics puzzle games, gets PS5 and Switch physical release on February 4, 2027!
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Soft Source Pte Ltd announced that the PS5 and Nintendo Switch physical editions of “Contraptions Collection,” featuring 3 physics puzzle games, will be released on February 4, 2027, in partnership with Moragami, Co. Ltd. and Funbox Media Ltd.
Facts
Feb. 4, 2027
3 titles
More than 500
4,950 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：SOFTSOURCE PTE LTD、Soft Source Pte Ltd、Moragami, Co. Ltd.、Funbox Media Ltd、Funbox Media Limited
MIL株式会社 will offer a limited-time archive stream of “New Graduate Recruitment Future Conference 2026 Autumn,” an online conference held in October 2026, from October 27 to November 27.
Published a DirectCloud implementation case study featuring 株式会社エッサム様
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株式会社ダイレクトクラウド has published a case study on 株式会社エッサム's implementation of the business cloud storage service “DirectCloud.” To address rising data center costs and requests to discontinue PPAP, エッサム migrated from on-premises servers to DirectCloud, automating access permissions through Microsoft Entra ID integration and organizing its data (4TB→2TB).
Facts
Capital: 40 million yen
Established: May 2004
Essam was founded in 1963
The data, which had totaled about 4TB,
was organized down to about 2TB
Companies mentioned：株式会社ダイレクトクラウド、株式会社エッサム、DirectCloud、Microsoft 365、Microsoft Entra ID
Real estate crowdfunding service “CAMEL” to exhibit at “THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2026 @ Fukuoka”! Special seminar with Anri Sugihara also scheduled
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株式会社グローバルクラウドエステート, operator of real estate crowdfunding service “CAMEL,” will exhibit at “THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2026 + Nishinippon Shimbun @ Fukuoka,” to be held at ACROS Fukuoka on November 7, 2026, and host a special seminar featuring Anri Sugihara and others.
Satoshi Kawaguchi, representative of 株式会社リーピー, to speak at the 3rd recruitment seminar hosted by 碧南商工会議所. He will discuss employee retention and organizational development under the theme “Companies that don’t lose employees win in the end!”
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Satoshi Kawaguchi, representative director of 株式会社リーピー, spoke at the 3rd recruitment seminar hosted by 碧南商工会議所, discussing employee retention and organizational development under the theme “Companies that don’t lose employees win in the end!”
Mortgage comparison and assessment service “Mogecheck” launches free “Mogecheck Pro” mortgage proposal tool for real estate companies
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株式会社MFS will begin offering “Mogecheck Pro,” a mortgage proposal tool for real estate companies, free of charge from October 29, 2026. Using a patented loan approval probability model, it assesses applications in real time based on the screening criteria of more than 30 financial institutions and generates proposals. The service aims to enable efficient mortgage financing through both B and C channels.
[アドインテ] Major upgrade to its proprietary signage CMS for retail media! AI agent functionality added, service launches as “結 -Yui”
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株式会社アドインテ has significantly upgraded its proprietary CMS for retail media and launched it as “結 -Yui.” It features automatic optimization of delivery conditions using AI agent functionality and targeting linked to weather and POS data, as well as a robust security environment.
[エブリデイ行田店 15th anniversary] With gratitude! “15 Million Yen Grand Giveaway Festival” on 11/3! Events change every hour! Gifts for the first 150 guests and rock-paper-scissors with an alien, among other events
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株式会社東洋 will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the opening of its エブリデイ行田店 with a special event, the “15 Million Yen Grand Giveaway Festival,” on November 3, with a total giveaway budget of 15 million yen. The event will feature gifts for the first 150 guests, hourly changing events, and rock-paper-scissors with an alien.
[Exclusive to ABCマート] New visuals unveiled for K-pop girl group ILLIT; FILA’s “PUFFER PLATFORM MULE LJ” arrives in a soft, winter-ready silhouette
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ABCマート will release FILA’s new “PUFFER PLATFORM MULE LJ” on October 29, 2026. The price is 7,590 yen (tax included). New visuals and an interview video featuring K-pop girl group ILLIT have also been released.
Facts
Oct. 29, 2026
7,590 yen
Group of 5
Companies mentioned：株式会社エービーシー・マート、ABCマート、ABC-MART、FILA、BELIFT LAB Inc.、HYBE MUSIC GROUP、ILLIT
〈Presenting “16 Books for Understanding Others” all at once〉“Don’t Use Your Own Yardstick to Hurt Others—Books, Not Hate” fair to be held at 50 bookstores nationwide!
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株式会社河出書房新社 has organized the book-selection fair “Don’t Use Your Own Yardstick to Hurt Others—Books, Not Hate” to oppose hate speech against Miri Yu and promote understanding of others. It will be held at 50 bookstores nationwide from early November.
Miho Watanabe × Masahiro Sunada × Rina Asakawa × Masashi Ikeda: Episode 4 of “We Who Lied” airs tonight! Suzu (Rina Asakawa) has disappeared from the lives of her fiancé, Mino (Masashi Ikeda), Sakura (Miho Watanabe), and Mita (Masahiro Sunada). The secret of “that rainy day”...
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Announcement of the broadcast of Episode 4 of the romantic suspense drama “We Who Lied,” currently airing on TV Osaka. The listing includes the plot, cast information, and broadcast and streaming schedule for the original manga “We Who Lied.”
A red-nosed reindeer is coming to キスケKIT! “Red-Nosed Reindeer Crepe,” made with 4 kinds of chocolate, available for a limited time starting November 1 [Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture]
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キスケ株式会社 will sell “Red-Nosed Reindeer Crepe,” a limited-time sweet made with 4 kinds of chocolate, at キスケKIT in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, starting November 1, 2026.
For 1 week from October 29, World Stroke Day, the Stroke Festival will turn “indigo.” The slogan is #藍脳 (I know). “Reha Reha Wonderland 2027” set for March 20, 2027
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一般社団法人脳フェス実行委員会 will hold “Indigo Brain Week” to coincide with World Stroke Day on October 29 and launch the social media campaign “#藍脳.” It also announced that the free event “Reha Reha Wonderland 2027” will be held at すみだ産業会館 on March 20, 2027.
Hiroshi Fujioka and Maito Fujioka appear on the cover of men’s fashion magazine “Rudo”: A father and son showcase a way of life as men that transcends generations
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Actor and martial artist Hiroshi Fujioka and his eldest son Maito Fujioka appear together on the cover of the 2026AW issue of men’s fashion magazine “Rudo,” portraying a way of life as men that transcends generations.
Let’s build a city on a sheer cliff! The packaged Switch and PS5 editions of acclaimed mountain-building game “Laysara: Summit Kingdom” will launch on February 4, 2027!
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Singaporean publisher Soft Source announced that, in partnership with Nejcraft, it will release packaged Switch and PS5 editions of the mountain city-building simulation “Laysara: Summit Kingdom” on February 4, 2027.
Facts
Feb. 4, 2027
5,720 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：Soft Source、Nejcraft、Quite OK Games Sp. z o.o.、Nejcraft Interactive s.r.o.、Soft Source Pte Ltd
On World Children’s Day, considering children’s growth and the future of furniture. “もくわく®︎ Baby Wagon,” passed down from babies to the next generation, with first deliveries starting November 20
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sumao will release “もくわく Baby Wagon,” furniture made with Japanese wood and crafted by artisans that changes form as children grow, starting November 20.
56.3% of Gen Z have experienced a worsened impression of a company while job hunting, revealing the realities of recruitment
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According to a survey by 株式会社JITSUGYO, 56.3% of Gen Z job seekers have had their impression of a company worsen during their job search. Reasons cited included recruiters’ conduct and inadequate information sharing.
[For a deeper appreciation of the film] Santa was actually named “三太九郎”!? The history of Christmas in Japan, which began 470 years ago, and the story behind “Hana’s Santa,” inspired by the spirit of Inazo Nitobe and the late Shinichi Chiba
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感謝株式会社 has issued a press release with screening information for the film “Hana’s Santa” and details of the production background involving the late Shinichi Chiba. It provides details including the history of Christmas in Japan, the spirit of Inazo Nitobe, the screening schedule at シネマ・ジャック＆ベティ, the cast, and ticket prices.
Facts
More than 470 years ago, during the Sengoku period
Nov. 1 Niigata’s 「ぽんしゅ館」, where visitors can enjoy sake from all breweries in Niigata Prefecture, opens 「唎酒番所プラス」, a special website to enjoy 「唎酒番所」 even more! (Pre-opening on Oct. 29)
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株式会社ぽんしゅ館新潟 will relaunch 「唎酒番所プラス」, a special website designed to enhance the experience at 「唎酒番所」, where visitors can enjoy sake from all breweries in Niigata Prefecture, along with its official online shop, on Nov. 1, 2026.
Returning to Niigata this year! Hands-on event for elementary and junior high school students, 「STREAM FEST. 2026 in 新潟」, to be held Nov. 7 (Saturday) at 開志専門職大学 紫竹山キャンパス
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株式会社Academix will hold 「STREAM FEST. 2026 in 新潟」, a hands-on event for elementary and junior high school students, at the 紫竹山キャンパス of 開志専門職大学 on Nov. 7, 2026. Admission is free (advance reservation required), with activities including robot sumo, a typing contest and collaborative booths with companies and universities.
Tackling the challenge of 1-on-1 meetings failing to drive growth with behavioral science × AI: ウィルPMインターナショナル releases white paper 「AI × ‘Career Autonomy and Skills Development’ in Behavioral Science」
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株式会社ウィルPMインターナショナル has released a white paper using behavioral science and AI, presenting a scientific approach to solving challenges in 1-on-1 meetings and reskilling.
Facts
Released on Oct. 23, 2026
Explained across 7 pages
Run a 4-week trial in 1 department with around 5 to 10 people
Global Blue to roll out an in-city refund network compliant with the new tax-free system at 11 Yodobashi Camera locations nationwide
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Global Blue Japan announced that it will install in-city refund counters and kiosks at 11 Yodobashi Camera locations nationwide to support the new tax-free system launching in November 2026.
Facts
Nov. 2026
11 major stores
About 50%
September 2013
All 47 prefectures
40 million transactions annually
46 countries
Approximately 270,000 stores
Companies mentioned：Global Blue Japan株式会社、Global Blue、株式会社ヨドバシカメラ、Shift4、NTTデータ、グローバルブルー・ティエフエス・ジャパン
Connecting 1-on-1 meetings to organizational development: An explanation of how to build a growing organization through data and dialogue
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4designs株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 13, 2026, titled 「From Career Development to Organizational Development: Building a Growing Organization Through Data and Dialogue」, explaining approaches to organizational development through the use of data and dialogue.
The chaotic cooking adventure 『SUSHI BAR Express』 is coming to Nintendo Switch as a physical edition on Feb. 25, 2027! Aim to become the world’s best sushi chef! The ultimate entertainment experience awaits!
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Soft Source Pte Ltd announced that, in partnership with Funbox Media, it will release a physical edition of 『SUSHI BAR Express』 for Nintendo Switch on Feb. 25, 2027.
AI customer support system 「ヘルプドッグ」 launches a ヘルプドッグ MCP server that lets users operate ヘルプドッグ from AI tools
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noco株式会社 announced that it will offer the 「ヘルプドッグ MCPサーバー」 in the first half of 2027, enabling users to operate its AI customer support system 「ヘルプドッグ」 from AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT.
Representative Ibaraki speaks at generative AI training attended by 460 Sapporo city employees
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Yuta Ibaraki, representative of アンドドット株式会社, served as an instructor at generative AI literacy training attended by 460 Sapporo city employees, explaining the risks and ways to use the technology.
Online medical care helps people who 「cannot get to a hospital」 during disasters: SOKUYAKU joins Nakai, Kanagawa Prefecture’s comprehensive disaster drill for the second consecutive year
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ジェイフロンティア株式会社’s online medical care service 「SOKUYAKU」 once again took part in Nakai, Kanagawa Prefecture’s Reiwa 8 fiscal year comprehensive disaster drill, providing residents with information and hands-on opportunities to learn how online medical care can be used during disasters.
How can career development lead to organizational development? Free online seminar on building a growing organization through data and dialogue to be held Nov. 13
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一般社団法人プロティアン・キャリア協会 will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 13, 2026, explaining how career development can be connected to organizational development using data and dialogue.
Early release of report on exhibiting at HRTech Conference 2026 (Las Vegas): Detailed analysis of exhibitors and 「truly valuable HR technology」 for Japanese companies, along with points to watch
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freecracy株式会社 has published a report on its participation in 「HR Technology Conference & Expo 2026」, held in Las Vegas in October 2026. The company analyzes market changes and technology trends, including agent AI, at the event, which featured 397 exhibitors, and explains adoption considerations and evaluation criteria for Japanese companies.
[Survey on NISA use] Old NISA or new NISA? When did you start? Which financial institution did you choose? What was the deciding factor?
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A survey on NISA use conducted by Mediverse, operated by 株式会社フォーイット, with 500 respondents found that 27.2% of respondents use NISA, with usage rates higher among men, people in their 30s to 50s, higher-income earners and households raising children. Online brokerages were the most popular account provider, chosen by 72.8%; the leading reasons were 「I already had an account」 and 「low fees」. The survey found almost an even split between those who continued using the old NISA and those who joined under the new NISA.
Facts
Sample size] 500 people
About 30% (27.2%) say 「I use NISA」
About 3 in 4 chose 「online brokerages (72.8%)」
「I already had an account (46.3%)」 accounted for about half
followed by 「because the fees are low (37.5%)」
More than half, 52.9%, have continued investing since 「through 2023 (old NISA)」
Networking event and seminar for labor and social security attorneys to be held in Nagoya!
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株式会社エイ・アイ・エス will hold a seminar on time and attendance management for certified social insurance and labor consultants, along with a networking event, in Nagoya on Nov. 16, 2026.
TikTok live commerce channel “燕チャンネル” surpasses ¥5 million in sales about 10 minutes after launch of “エアリストpro,” a jointly developed product by ABITOKYO and クルールラボ
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The new product “エアリストpro,” jointly developed by ABITOKYO and クルールラボ株式会社, surpassed ¥5 million in sales about 10 minutes after its launch on “燕チャンネル,” a TikTok live commerce channel operated by 株式会社Sホールディングス.
Facts
About 10 minutes after launch
¥5 million in sales
The conventional 2 poles
Evolved into 6 poles
No. 1 for 11 consecutive months
More than ¥100 million in sales in 3 days
Approximately 10,000 partner companies nationwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社Sホールディングス、ABITOKYO、クルールラボ株式会社、S-LIVE JAPAN
[How is it different from genetic modification?] A rapidly expanding market! “An Illustrated Introduction to the Basics and Mechanisms of Genome Editing,” revealing the full picture of cutting-edge biotechnology transforming everything from the dinner table to medicine, is now available
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株式会社秀和システム新社 will publish “An Illustrated Introduction to the Basics and Mechanisms of Genome Editing” on Nov. 11, 2026. The book explains genome-editing technology, its applications in food, medicine and the environment, as well as regulations and ethical issues. It is written by Shosuke Shimada.
Facts
The global market is expected to exceed ¥7 trillion by 2034
The global market is expected to exceed ¥7 trillion
In July 2026, Japan’s “Genome-Edited Embryo Regulation Act” passed the Diet
“High-GABA tomatoes” containing about 12 times the usual amount of relaxing compounds
List price: ¥2,200 (tax included)
We will publish the new book “An Illustrated Introduction to the Basics and Mechanisms of Genome Editing” on Nov. 11, 2026
〈A hot topic! Reprint decided before release!!〉20 rapid-fire plot twists! “Astonishing! Ultra-Short Mystery Stories: The Gods’ Challenge,” a remarkable anthology bringing together 20 popular mystery writers, goes on sale
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株式会社文藝春秋 will publish “Astonishing! Ultra-Short Mystery Stories: The Gods’ Challenge,” an anthology of short-short mysteries by 20 popular mystery writers, on Nov. 5. An unprecedented reprint before its release has been decided following a flood of orders from bookstores.
What blood pressure is considered high? Doctor reveals the most accurate way to measure it: Pay attention if your home reading reaches “this number”—for older adults and young people alike
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Physician 陳承勤 of National Taiwan University Hospital said the latest hypertension threshold has been lowered to a home blood pressure reading of 130/80 mmHg. He advocated home monitoring using the “722 rule” to rule out white-coat effects and also shared the S-ABCDE lifestyle adjustment strategy to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Facts
The latest health guidelines state that a home blood pressure reading above 130/80 mmHg falls within the range for hypertension.
Physician 陳承勤 recommends that people taking medication for hypertension use the “722” mnemonic for home monitoring.
A blood pressure reading of 180/120 mmHg accompanied by chest pain or difficulty speaking constitutes a hypertensive emergency.
The DASH diet is recommended as a dietary approach for people with hypertension.
王義雄’s view: Japan’s new militarism is dragging the country back to the Stone Age
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The United States and Japan held the largest-ever “Keen Sword 27” military exercise, using a “Taiwan contingency” as its scenario. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army then launched simultaneous drills in five major maritime areas in response. The article analyzes the risk of escalating military confrontation, criticizes Lai Ching-te’s policies for increasing the likelihood of war, and warns that the U.S. military faces challenges in the First Island Chain.
Facts
The U.S.-Japan “Keen Sword 27” joint exercise mobilized 57,000 troops, with 9 countries taking part.
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army announced simultaneous drills in five major maritime areas and deployed the Liaoning carrier group.
Japan regards stability in the Taiwan Strait as a core interest for its security.
A 47-day live-fire shooting restriction was announced in the southern Yellow Sea.
張瑞雄’s view: If the world is divided among three powers, how many choices will Taiwan have left?
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In October 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed holding a trilateral summit with the leaders of the United States and China during APEC in Shenzhen, prompting concerns about powerful nations dividing up the world. Author 張瑞雄 warned that Taiwan must not become a bargaining chip and should strengthen its defenses and cooperation with democratic alliances.
Facts
Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed holding a trilateral summit between the United States, China and Russia during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meeting in Shenzhen in November 2026.
Author 張瑞雄 is an honorary chair professor at 台北商業大學.
Trump’s final two years in office may be seen as leaving a political legacy of a world divided into spheres of influence among the United States, China and Russia.
Taiwan’s semiconductor industry has global strategic value, but economic importance does not guarantee security.
The Yalta Conference took place in 1945, when the United States, Britain and the Soviet Union discussed the postwar order.
姚文成’s view: Ocean currents wash up against fences on public land; the rule of law must not drift with the tide
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The controversy over campaign materials involving Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 and Taipei City Councilor 許淑華, as well as banners on a fence along Mingde Road, has sparked discussion. Author 姚文成 emphasized the rule of law, calling on the responsible authorities to clarify regulations for installations on public land and apply enforcement standards consistently. The author also urged candidates’ teams to take responsibility for management and ensure a fair election.
Facts
沈伯洋 questioned whether the Taipei City Market Administration Office had cited the wrong subsection and explanation when referring to Article 52 of the Public Officials Election and Recall Act.
Campaign banners featuring 沈伯洋 and 鍾佩玲 were found hanging on a fence on Mingde Road in Beitou, Taipei City, on Oct. 24, 2026.
White lettering reading “public land” and other words was visible at the bottom of the fence.
許淑華 urged the city government not to make things difficult for frontline staff, saying vendors might feel uneasy after receiving official letters.
The Taipei City Market Administration Office said vendors’ personal belongings, such as their carts, clothing and hats, and masks, are not covered by restrictions on campaign advertising materials.
The author noted that the Taipei City Self-Government Ordinance on the Management of Campaign Advertising Materials sets out the scope of campaign materials, the responsible authorities and management matters.
More than thirty years into democratic elections, campaign billboards, flags and banners have become a common sight on the streets.
姜文淑’s view: Lai Ching-te’s “eliminating impurities”—a new authoritarian revival under the “Ten National Security Laws” led by 沈伯洋
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In an article, Taiwan-born U.S. resident 姜文淑 criticized the “Ten National Security Laws” led by Lai Ching-te and 沈伯洋 as a revival of authoritarianism. She said intermediary clauses and preventive confiscation of property undermine the presumption of innocence, citing cases including the search of 吳子嘉 and online harassment of 蔣萬安 to argue that the ruling party is abusing and expanding its power and tearing society apart.
Facts
The “Ten National Security Laws,” a proposed legislative revision led by 沈伯洋, have recently sparked controversy in the Legislative Yuan.
The draft adds an “intermediary clause,” explicitly criminalizing concepts such as inciting surrender, signing agreements and undermining national dignity.
The proposed amendments would allow administrative agencies to preemptively seize people’s property and pension benefits before a court ruling becomes final.
The home and office of Wu Tzu-chia, chairman of Beautiful Island Electronic News, were suddenly raided in a major cross-county operation by the Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office, which also seized his phone.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an faced a sweeping wave of rumors and malicious abuse from a large number of “Bluebird online trolls” while inspecting disaster-hit areas.
The author is a Taiwanese person living in the United States and serves as president of the American Association for Autism Spectrum and Learning Disability Support.
After Typhoon Chan-hom struck, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an visited disaster-hit areas to inspect recovery efforts and help move fallen tree debris.
Hsia Yi-hsin’s view: Still practicing despite alleged forced sexual intercourse, a disgraced military doctor and the breakdown of military discipline
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The article exposes the double standards applied by the military in handling sexual assault and disciplinary cases: an Army Aviation and Special Forces Command major was quickly dismissed over alleged sexual assault, while disciplinary action against a National Defense Medical Center military doctor surnamed Lin over alleged forced sexual intercourse was delayed for a long time, exposing a breakdown in military discipline and institutional loopholes.
Facts
A married Army Aviation and Special Forces Command major was suspected of coercing and sexually assaulting a female colleague. After a review, he was dismissed and referred for prosecution.
A campus gender-equity case involving a military doctor surnamed Lin at the National Defense Medical Center resulted only in 2 major demerits. After graduating, he continued practicing at Tri-Service General Hospital until media inquiries in October prompted his suspension.
The National Defense Medical Center received a report from Woman A in November 2018 and notified the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention Center; it did not learn of the case only after media exposure.
From 2021 through the end of 2025, a total of 6,315 people applied for early retirement, involving NT$929.17 million, of which NT$589 million has yet to be recovered.
In the 2016 incident at Chengkungling involving the 302nd Brigade, officers and a military finance officer visited a KTV bar and used a government treasury account check to pay a private drinking bill totaling NT$96,000.
In April 2026, a colonel surnamed Ho who commanded the Kinmen Defense Command’s garrison brigade was suspected of using and possessing amphetamines. Prosecutors granted bail of NT$50,000 and barred him from leaving the country or Taiwan’s territorial waters.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Ministry of Labor announced an expansion of workplace sexual harassment reporting for medical personnel. Cases that are accepted will be referred to the Ministry of Health and Welfare for assessment of medical administration and entered into the “Predatory Doctor Platform.”
Wu Tien-jung column: Why don’t Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang want to discuss their social housing platforms?
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This article analyzes why Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang have both avoided discussing social housing in the nine-in-one elections. Chiang faces a record of falling short and the risk of breaking promises, while Shen is concerned that attacking Chiang could draw attention to the Lai Ching-te government’s failure to deliver on social housing.
Facts
As of the end of September 2026, the six special municipalities were still 78,400 units short of their original citywide target of 217,000 social housing units.
Taipei had the weakest social housing record, adding only 1,720 units, compared with 9,577 in New Taipei and 2,397 in Taoyuan.
During his presidential campaign, Lai Ching-te proposed adding 130,000 social housing units over 8 years. A year after taking office, the target was changed to 30,000 units.
Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang said it takes an average of 5 years to complete newly built social housing.
The Lai government announced that it would distribute NT$10,000 in cash to every person next year, at a total cost of NT$235.7 billion, while slashing NT$122.5 billion from the budget for social housing construction over eight years.
Opinion: The Green camp’s poll hype is just like stock manipulation—is election day when it all crashes?
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This article criticizes the Green camp for hyping Shen Po-yang’s prospects in the 2026 Taipei mayoral election, accusing it of using fake polls and image-building tactics. It also questions his past advocacy for drug decriminalization and his personal character, arguing that the effort will ultimately crash like a stock-market scheme.
Facts
A May poll showed Shen Po-yang trailing Chiang Wan-an by 28%.
A poll by the Xinmin Association showed Shen Po-yang with 50% support and Chiang Wan-an with 33%.
The Xinmin Association estimated the vote margin at between +7 and -1.
Original在學兒少施用第1、2級毒品通報人數兩年內暴增5倍以上
In 2026, a total of 6,730 drug-impaired driving cases were referred to prosecutors across Taiwan in months 1 through 5 alone.
Hsu Chia-ching was accused of spending about NT$14.92 million in public funds during a meeting of the Overseas Community Affairs Council held at the Grand Hotel.
Shen Po-yang supporters distributed flyers claiming he was the reincarnation of Vietnam’s Golden-Faced Dragon King.
2026 convenience store credit cards explained: Which cards can you use at 7-Eleven, 全家, 萊爾富 and OK? A look at LINE Pay, Apple Pay and payment restrictions
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This article details the rules and restrictions for linking credit cards and mobile payments at Taiwan’s 4 major convenience store chains in 2026, covering physical cards, e-wallet support and differences in bill-payment services at 7-ELEVEN, 全家, 萊爾富 and OK, as well as comparing the latest co-branded card strategies.
Facts
全家 and 台新銀行 launched the 全家Richart co-branded card on September 15, 2026, with a target of 600,000 cards issued by the end of 2027.
The uniopen co-branded card launched by 中國信託 and 統一集團 surpassed 1 million cards before its launch anniversary.
At 7-ELEVEN, 華南 credit cards can be used only for public bill collection and sales transactions; UnionPay cards and foreign-issued cards can be used only for sales transactions.
OK convenience stores currently accept only CTBC cards for bill collection and sales transactions. OK Pay linked to a Taishin card can be used for designated bill-payment services.
Opinion: Yalta secret agreement 2.0? The big 3 divide the seats, while small countries bear the pain!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During the U.S. midterm election period, Putin proposed a trilateral summit with Trump and Xi Jinping, prompting Western concerns that major powers could divide up spheres of influence. The author stresses that details of the meeting remain unclear, criticizes treating negotiations as political theater, and calls for Ukraine and other parties to have a meaningful role to prevent small countries from bearing the cost of war.
Facts
Putin proposed the idea of a trilateral summit with Trump and Xi Jinping.
The Kremlin confirmed that the possibility had been discussed but said there was no concrete agreement yet.
The issues Trump has publicly expressed interest in are nuclear weapons and denuclearization.
The Guardian’s commentary speculated that Trump might turn to diplomacy to secure a political legacy after setbacks at home.
In U.S.-Russia diesel trade, Washington is concerned about fuel prices, while Kyiv worries that Russia will gain more revenue.
Chen Kuo-hsiang’s view: Currents don’t make a tsunami—there’s no need to panic at every tide!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chen Kuo-hsiang analyzes how politician Chiang Wan-an should respond to the impact of social media opinion, stressing that online buzz does not equal public opinion and advising him to remain composed and focus on governance.
Facts
When facing a wave of public opinion, politicians should not rush to chase every ripple but should keep a steady pace.
Social media presents an information landscape filtered by algorithms and shaped by echo-chamber effects.
Chiang Wan-an gives the impression of being composed, honest and sincere, with a style that is not deliberately showy.
To gauge the impact of public opinion, one needs to see whether there is substantial movement among undecided voters.
The final mile of politics is people’s daily lives, and elections are built on accumulated trust.
Chuang Po-chung’s view: Why is the gap in Taipei mayoral polls so large?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Regarding the 25-percentage-point gap between polls by TVBS and 信民協會 in the 2026 Taipei mayoral election, Chinese Culture University journalism professor Chuang Po-chung says the difference stems from polling organization effects, sampling error, differences in survey timing and the potential risk of human manipulation. The article urges voters to examine the methodology calmly and not treat polls as direct predictions of election results.
Facts
A TVBS poll released on October 8, 2026, showed Chiang Wan-an with 49% support and Shen Po-yang with 41%, putting Chiang ahead by 8 percentage points.
A poll released by 信民協會 on October 20 showed Shen Po-yang with 50.3% support and Chiang Wan-an with 33.3%, leaving Chiang 17 percentage points behind.
The gap between the results of the TVBS and 信民協會 polls was as high as 25 percentage points.
The TVBS poll used landline interviews and completed 1,120 valid samples.
The 信民協會 poll included 753 landline and 322 mobile-phone interviews, for a total of 1,075 samples.
TVBS conducted interviews on October 3 and from 5 to 7, while 信民協會 conducted its survey from 14 to 16.
The author, Chuang Po-chung, is a professor in the Department of Journalism at Chinese Culture University.
Opinion: G2’s party alternation vs. change of governing party
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article examines differences between the democratic systems of the United States and Beijing amid the U.S. midterm elections and personnel changes at Beijing’s Fifth Plenum. The author contrasts the U.S. model of parties alternating in power with Beijing’s model of changes in leadership within the governing system, arguing that the two are not interchangeable.
Facts
Most polls for the U.S. midterm elections showed that the results would be unfavorable to Trump’s governing party.
Beijing changed the top officials in 6 provinces in preparation for the Fifth Plenum.
The key words for U.S.-style democracy are ballots and winner-take-all.
Beijing-style democracy has no voter elections and no fixed terms.
The author argues that putting American-style democracy on Beijing would certainly be a poor fit.
Opinion: The government is not an ATM. When politicians make reckless promises, who pays the bill?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article critically analyzes the government’s policies of distributing cash to everyone and subsidizing health insurance for older adults, noting that although such policies are popular, they face problems including unclear funding sources, budgetary crowd-out and long-term fiscal burdens. The author stresses that resource allocation should take fairness into account and avoid increasing the burden on younger generations, and calls on politicians to honestly explain the costs of their policies.
Facts
The Executive Yuan’s plan to distribute ten thousand yuan to everyone would cost more than two hundred thirty billion yuan; raising the amount to twenty thousand yuan would cost more than four hundred seventy billion yuan.
The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Elderly Welfare Act on third reading, requiring the central government to subsidize health insurance premiums for eligible older adults.
The subsidy for older adults’ health insurance premiums is expected to cost about four hundred billion yuan this year, and will grow as the elderly population increases.
KMT caucus whip 傅崐萁 is pushing to complete legislation and distribution of twenty thousand yuan to everyone before the end of the year.
Article Seventy of the Constitution stipulates that the Legislative Yuan may not propose increases in spending in response to budget bills submitted by the Executive Yuan.
Should you take supplements “together” or “separately”? A nutritionist has the answer: It actually comes down to 1 thing.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Nutritionist 建銘 explains when to take supplements, saying that “taking them separately” suits therapeutic needs where optimal absorption is the goal, while “taking them together” suits everyday wellness routines where consistency matters. He emphasizes that choosing an approach you can stick with is more important than theoretical perfection.
Facts
Calcium and iron compete for the same absorption pathway in the intestines, and taking high doses of both at the same time can reduce absorption.
Medical practitioners say that consistency often matters more than absorption rates.
People with therapeutic needs must strictly follow a schedule to get the most out of every milligram.
The world’s least effective supplement is the one you forget to take.
Opinion: The illusion of family-friendliness—After using flexible childcare arrangements, will you still have a chance at promotion 3 years later?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article criticizes the phenomenon of “family-friendly on paper,” in which companies offer flexible family care leave but employees face hidden career costs because of managers’ biases. Citing research and the 中華電信 case, it argues that companies should safeguard performance evaluations, distribute substitute workloads fairly and use manager training to give employees the choice of assignments, ensuring that talent stays and develops over the long term.
Facts
Starting in January 2026, family care leave can be requested by the hour.
An analysis by Chung and Seo (2024) found that flexible work arrangements may still attract negative social evaluations.
Labor Ministry statistics for July 2026 show that men accounted for 51.9% of applications for parental leave taken by the day.
A meta-analysis by Guo et al. (2024) found a systematic association between family-supportive supervisor behavior and employee job performance.
中華電信 allows employees with children under 6 to work 1 hour less each workday without a reduction in pay.
Waiting for the moment—The prevailing atmosphere in Yan’an was fear, fear, or fear: Excerpt from “Red Star Over China” (3)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Excerpted from 《紅曦照耀中國》 by 冯客, this article details how, during the 1943 Yan’an Rectification Movement, 毛澤東 used 周揚 and 康生 to carry out a brutal purge and ideological reeducation of intellectuals, creating an atmosphere of extreme fear and establishing his personal dictatorship.
Facts
周揚 was regarded as China’s Zhdanov. He tightened control over all publications in Communist-controlled areas and worked with 康生 to control writers and artists.
康生 was trained in Moscow and helped the secret police persecute hundreds of Chinese students during the Great Purge in the Soviet Union. He was later blacklisted after accompanying 王明 to Yan’an.
To protect herself, 丁玲 took part in denouncing 王實味, calling him morally despicable and the like. She then became a cultural fighter serving 毛, but was toppled ten years later.
At the height of the Yan’an Rectification Movement, the city was nearly under martial law. Suspects were ordered to remain at their workplaces, and an uneasy silence enveloped the city.
A Soviet resident of Yan’an described the overall atmosphere there at the time as fear, fear, or fear.
During the Rectification Movement in 神府縣, four hundred people were investigated, and a quarter were killed or died by suicide; five hundred people were arrested in 隴東縣, many of whom also ended up being killed or dying by suicide.
毛澤東 established the CCP Central General Study Committee, whose members were his close associates and which was headed by 劉少奇. It took over all affairs in Yan’an, turning the CCP into a party under 毛’s personal dictatorship.
周恩來 was forced to make a self-criticism and publicly confess. 毛 demanded that he admit at a criticism meeting that he was a “political swindler.” 周 ultimately became 毛’s loyal aide.
Almost nobody uses public phones. Why not just remove them all? Taiwan still has more than 20,000, and many people don’t know their real purpose.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In line with policy from the 數位發展部, 中華電信 continues to maintain about 2.4萬 public phones across Taiwan to ensure communications in remote areas and for emergencies. It received a subsidy of about 7580萬元 for fiscal 2025, and the number is expected to be adjusted slightly to more than 2.3萬 in 2027.
Facts
Taiwan’s first public phone was installed outside Keelung Station in 1902.
The year 2000 was the peak of public phone use in Taiwan, with 14萬9598 units across the island.
The 2027 plan estimates that each uneconomical public phone can avoid an average of about 1萬3529元 in annual operating costs.
From 1.5萬 to 6萬! AI computing demand pushes up RTX 5090 prices; mainland Chinese internet users lament: Prices change by the day, rising more absurdly than gold.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Prices for RTX 50-series graphics cards have soared at Shenzhen’s Huaqiangbei market amid AI demand and production constraints. The RTX 5090 now costs 6萬元, marking an unusually steep price surge.
Facts
The RTX 5090’s initial official retail price was about 1.5萬 to 1.6萬元, while current retail listings have surged to 5.5萬 to 6萬元.
得物App data show that the average transaction price of 華碩’s RTX 5090 rose from 24099 yuan to 59929 yuan, an increase of about 149%.
The RTX 5080 rose from about 8000 yuan at launch to 1.7萬元, climbing by 4000 to 5000 yuan in just half a month.
The average transaction price of 華碩’s RTX 5060 rose from 2459 yuan in the same period last year to 4296 yuan, an increase of about 74%.
Tech giants such as OpenAI, 谷歌 and 微軟 are locking in long-term production capacity at hefty premiums, further intensifying concerns about supply.
Why does Warsh say that “the attention paid to South Korea may be far greater than the outside world imagines”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
聯準會 Governor Warsh stressed at a press conference that he is watching South Korea’s supply chain to track technology investment trends, and noted that AI investment is affected by interest rates. The 聯準會 held rates steady, with only 2 officials advocating a rate hike.
Facts
Warsh said his interest in South Korea’s economy may be far greater than the outside world imagines, because South Korea and Japan supply key inputs needed for technology investment.
The 聯準會 voted 10 to 2 to keep the federal funds rate target range at 3.75% to 4%.
Governor Cook and 克里夫蘭聯準銀行 President Hammack voted against the decision, arguing for a 1-quarter-point rate hike.
Warsh plans to attend an in-person hearing in the San Francisco Bay Area on November 16 to discuss the effects of AI on productivity and employment.
Warsh said that since the rate hike in September, investors have become more cautious and credit spreads on some assets have widened, showing that monetary policy is having an effect.
Warsh has known South Korean central bank Governor 申鉉松 for about 20 years and described him as a highly capable friend.
Conclusions and recommendations on balance-sheet policy may be submitted to the FOMC early in the first quarter of next year.
CoreWeave sinks 5% after hours as new cloud stocks turn lower; 微軟 capital spending falls short of expectations.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Capital spending by 微軟 and Alphabet fell short of expectations, sending shares of new cloud providers CoreWeave and Nebius lower as the market worried it would become harder for them to raise funds.
Facts
微軟’s capital spending and finance leases totaled $45.2 billion in the first quarter, below the expected $50.7 billion.
Shares of CoreWeave and Nebius fell nearly 5% in after-hours trading.
Alphabet’s capital spending in the first quarter was $51.36 billion, below the expected $55.09 billion.
Musk predicts that more than 200 new cloud providers will go out of business.
Gartner predicts that 80% of new cloud providers will be acquired or shut down by 2030.
微軟 Azure revenue surged 48% from a year earlier.
微軟 signed a nearly $20 billion contract with Nebius.
Free cash flow turnaround timing revealed! 甲骨文 unveils long-term forecast, sending shares soaring 10% in a long-awaited rally.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
甲骨文 unveiled its long-term financial forecast at its Investor Day, saying capital expenditures will peak in 2027-2028 and free cash flow is expected to turn positive in the second half of 2028. The news eased market concerns about returns on AI investment, driving the stock up more than 10%.
Facts
甲骨文 expects free cash flow to turn positive in the second half of fiscal 2028
甲骨文 targets $30 billion in free cash flow for fiscal 2029
甲骨文 capital expenditures will peak in 2027 and 2028
甲骨文 caps its additional fundraising needs at $20 billion
甲骨文 shares rise 10.7% after forecast announcement
甲骨文 forecasts revenue of at least $225 billion for fiscal 2030
Four inflation risks to watch! Analysts expect the Fed to raise rates three times by the end of next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Research firm 22V Research warned of four major inflation risks: the Iran war, AI investment, the fading impact of tariff refunds, and pricing risks. It forecast that the Fed could raise rates three times by the end of next year. The Fed held rates steady on Wednesday, with officials divided over the extent of tightening.
Facts
The Federal Reserve voted 10-2 on Wednesday to hold rates at 3.75%–4.00%
22V Research President Dennis DeBusschere listed four inflation risks for investors to watch
Brent crude futures for January next year traded at about $111 a barrel
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned Trump's “Liberation Day” tariffs this February
Retailers such as Walmart and Target had clearly said they would use tariff refunds to absorb cost pressures
22V Research expects the Fed to raise rates three times by the end of 2027 if inflation risks materialize
〈Earnings〉Azure grows 48%! 微軟 Q1 revenue and profit beat expectations; free cash flow surges to $18.6 billion; shares rise 4% after hours
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
微軟's 2027 Q1 results beat expectations, with Azure revenue rising 48% year over year to $33.17 billion, driving overall revenue growth of 19%. The company reorganized into two divisions, free cash flow fell 27% year over year, and shares rose 4% after hours.
Facts
微軟 reported revenue of $92.28 billion for the first quarter of fiscal 2027, up 19% year over year.
Revenue from Azure cloud infrastructure grew 48% year over year, reaching $33.17 billion for the quarter.
微軟 reported non-GAAP diluted earnings per share of $4.89 for the quarter, exceeding market expectations.
ServiceNow plunges 18% after hours as disappointing results overshadow raised AI outlook
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
ServiceNow reported third-quarter results, with revenue slightly beating expectations but earnings missing the mark, sending shares down 18% after hours. Although the company raised its AI contract target and expanded its partnership with OpenAI, investors remained concerned about slowing growth.
Facts
ServiceNow reported revenue of $4.106 billion for the third quarter of fiscal 2026, up 20.5% year over year.
ServiceNow reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1, below analysts' expectation of $1.02.
ServiceNow shares plunged 18% after hours after its results fell short of expectations.
ServiceNow raised its 2026 target for annual AI contract value to $1.7 billion.
ServiceNow saw a 135% year-over-year increase in the number of new deals with annual contract values exceeding $5 million.
ServiceNow expects its fourth-quarter cRPO growth rate to slow to 18.5%.
ServiceNow raised its full-year free cash flow margin outlook to 36%.
〈Energy After Hours〉Yemen conflict spreads, Saudi refinery attacked; global oil prices rise more than 2%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Escalating conflict in the Middle East, a Houthi attack on a Saudi refinery, and concerns that the United States could resume military action against Iran pushed oil prices higher. Brent crude settled at $115.43 and WTI at $102.82.
Facts
The Houthis said on the 27th that they had used missiles to attack Saudi Arabia's largest refinery.
Brent crude futures rose $1.55 on the 28th to $115.43 a barrel.
Original美國能源資訊署公布截至10月23日當週美國商業原油庫存減少190萬桶。
Qatari mediators presented Iran with a draft proposal aimed at ending the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
China announced its fourth batch of export quotas for gasoline, diesel and aviation fuel this year.
Reuters: 輝達's $12.9 billion acquisition of Hugging Face draws questions from U.S. Justice Department
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Reuters reported that the U.S. Justice Department has made inquiries about 輝達's $12.93 billion acquisition of Hugging Face, focusing on its impact on competition in the AI market. 輝達 also faces a broader antitrust investigation covering deals involving SchedMD and Groq, though the investigation does not necessarily lead to a lawsuit.
Facts
The U.S. Justice Department has made inquiries into 輝達's $12.93 billion acquisition of Hugging Face.
輝達 expects the acquisition to close in the first half of 2027.
The Justice Department is also examining 輝達's December 2025 acquisition of SchedMD.
輝達 has become a central player in the global AI boom, supplying AI computing chips and investing in companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic.
博通 is working with Google to design processors for specific tasks and AI software, while 超微 has signed multibillion-dollar deals with several AI labs and cloud providers.
A guide to the Fed's key decisions: 2 dissenting votes, fewer rate-setting meetings, price stability takes priority
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) decided after its meeting on the 28th to keep rates in the 3.75%-4% range, though two officials dissented in favor of a rate hike over their objections to legal actions by the Trump administration. Chair Warsh said the Fed would hold rate-setting meetings less often and emphasized that price stability comes first, while rejecting the use of forward guidance.
Facts
The Federal Reserve announced that it would keep its target interest rate range at 3.75% to 4%.
Governor Cook and Cleveland Fed President Hammack called for a 0.25-percentage-point rate hike and dissented.
The Federal Reserve said in its statement that inflation remains elevated and that it needs to gather more information to ensure inflation returns to its 2% target.
The first-half GDP growth estimate was revised up to 2.4% from 1.8%, and growth appears to have accelerated in the third quarter.
Bessent concedes: If the Fed raises rates again, it “wouldn't necessarily” be a mistake
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent said Wednesday that another Fed rate hike would not necessarily be a policy mistake, and praised the leadership of current Fed Chair Warsh. He also said Iran's economy was contracting under sanctions and expressed optimism about AI cloud providers' financing, while forecasting strong U.S. Q3 GDP growth.
Facts
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent said that if the Federal Reserve raises interest rates further, it would “not necessarily” constitute a monetary policy mistake.
Bessent praised the performance of current Fed Chair Warsh, saying he can balance full employment with price stability.
According to internal estimates, Iran’s economy could contract by as much as 25% within a year.
Bessent said new cloud providers account for only a small part of the overall ecosystem and that he does not see a problem.
Bessent expects U.S. third-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) data to be “strong.”
〈Precious Metals After Hours〉Fed Stands Pat Ahead of U.S. Midterm Elections; Gold Prices Weaken as Oil Rises
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fed held interest rates steady ahead of the midterm elections, stoking concerns about inflation and high rates and pushing down prices of gold and other precious metals. Rising oil prices added to inflation concerns; analysts cut their near-term forecasts but remained bullish on a longer-term rebound.
Facts
美國聯準會 (Fed) kept the federal funds target range at 3.75% to 4.00%.
Spot gold fell 0.5% to $4,039.39 an ounce.
Brent crude futures rose more than 1% on Wednesday.
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield rose 4.11 basis points to 5.034%.
China’s net gold imports through Hong Kong in September increased more than 28% from August.
Spot silver fell 1.4% to $53.58 an ounce.
Traders see an 86% chance that Fed will raise rates in December.
〈U.S. Stocks After Hours〉Fed Stands Pat; 3 Major Indexes Post Gains for 3rd Straight Session; SK Hynix ADR and Oracle Surge More Than 10%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The 3 major U.S. stock indexes posted gains for a 3rd straight session on Wednesday, while Fed held interest rates steady as expected. Oracle and SK Hynix surged on strong outlooks, semiconductor shares advanced, and investors turned their attention to earnings from major tech companies.
Facts
The Federal Reserve (Fed) voted 10-2 on Wednesday to keep the federal funds target range at 3.75% to 4%.
Oracle (ORCL-US) shares surged 10.73% to $144.54 each, with fiscal 2030 revenue forecast to reach $225 billion.
SK Hynix ADR (SKHY-US) shares jumped 13.30% to $164.70 each, with memory demand expected to continue outstripping supply through 2030.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 97.53 points, or 0.19%, to 52,475.10; the Nasdaq Composite rose 72.04 points, or 0.27%, to 26,549.85.
〈Key News Before Taiwan Stocks Open〉Yang Chin-long reiterates currency-market adherence to the “willow theory”; 聯電 adds $3.2 billion in capital spending
Central bank Governor Yang Chin-long reiterated that currency-market policy follows the “willow theory,” and stressed that there is no “Yang Chin-long line.”
聯電’s board approved about $3.2 billion in additional capital spending to accelerate expansions at its Singapore and Tainan sites.
聯電 expects AI-related revenue to reach 25% of its total revenue within the next 3 years.
中華精測’s consolidated revenue and profit in the third quarter both reached record highs.
Revenue from infrastructure for low-Earth-orbit satellites, aerospace, and point-to-point communications has exceeded 40% at 穩懋.
台光電’s after-tax net profit for the first three quarters of 2026 totaled NT$29.713 billion.
Taiwan’s personal loan balance reached NT$22.9 trillion, a record high.
Infineon invests €1.1 billion to build world’s first 12-inch GaN mass-production facility; production to begin by the end of 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Infineon announced an investment of €1.1 billion to build the world’s first 300-millimeter GaN mass-production facility in Villach, Austria, with production expected to begin by the end of 2027, strengthening its competitiveness in the AI and electric vehicle markets.
Facts
Infineon announced plans to build the world’s first gallium nitride mass-production facility using 300-millimeter wafers at its site in Villach, Austria.
Infineon plans to invest about €1.1 billion in the facility through 2034.
The new production line is expected to begin operation by the end of 2027.
Infineon has received approval from the European Commission for €319 million in state aid.
A 300-millimeter wafer can produce about 2.3 times as many chips as a 200-millimeter wafer.
The global GaN power device market was worth about $588 million in 2025.
Infineon ranked second in the global GaN power device market in 2025, with a market share of about 16%.
Good morning, World》Yang Chin-long: Foreign investors favor Taiwan even more than South Korea; Taiwan stock investments yield substantial profits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Central bank Governor Yang Chin-long said foreign investors favor Taiwan’s stock market more and earn substantial profits; 台積電, 聯電, and 台達電 posted strong performances in the semiconductor and electronics sectors; Japan imposed anti-dumping duties on stainless steel from Taiwan; Japan and the United States agreed to establish a defense framework for the first island chain; and a high-speed train collision in Spain caused major casualties.
Facts
Up 939.35 points
Closing at 47035.58 points
Reduced holdings for 14 consecutive days
Closed at NT$32.418
Rose slightly by 3.4 points
Liquidity coverage ratio reached 130%
I think 120% is just right
The number of people with 2 loans reached 434,000
About 37.1 billion
U.S. company Coupang increases capital by 25.5 billion
Total economic benefits are expected to exceed 13.8 trillion yen
Original約新台幣2兆8400億元
Demand momentum is expected to remain strong in the fourth quarter
The product’s average selling price in 2027 will rise 10% from this year
Third-quarter revenue reached NT$197.059 billion
Net profit attributable to the parent company of NT$23.495 billion
Up 26.3% year over year
Down 6.5% from Q2
Definitely more than 3%
Residential rents rose 26% year on year
Use of its airspace until March 27 next year
Until October 30, 2031
The rate is 3.6%
While the rate is 20.1%
About $120 million in nickel-series stainless steel cold-rolled coils and sheets exported to Japan
Provide €1.2 billion in non-military aid
68 people are confirmed dead
Another 58 people require hospital treatment
As many as 38 people were affected
Prosecutors seek a 30-year sentence
Imposed the maximum statutory fines, totaling NT$13.5 million
66 Taiwanese film and television companies are exhibiting
Bringing 118 works, including films, television dramas, and animation
Japan-Germany summit deepens security and economic cooperation, reiterates commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
German Chancellor Merz and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a summit in Tokyo. In a joint statement, they reiterated their commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and agreed to strengthen cooperation on defense, economic security, and advanced technology.
Bolsonaro Jr. suspected of entering the U.S. with revoked diplomatic passport, sparking political and legal controversy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, is suspected of entering the United States with a diplomatic passport that had been revoked, sparking legal and diplomatic controversy. Brazilian police are investigating whether he evaded court restrictions when leaving the country. 美國國務院 said it would issue him a visa, and President Trump publicly voiced his support.
Facts
Arrived in Miami, Florida, on the 28th
The passport was originally valid through 2027
Federal police also carried out related measures on the 27th
Middle East diplomatic mediation drags on as international oil prices rise
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Markets weighed the risk of further military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel against diplomatic efforts, and international oil prices closed broadly higher amid a wait-and-see mood. Brent crude for December delivery rose 1.3% to settle at $115.32 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate crude for December delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange gained 2.9% to settle at $102.78 per barrel.
The US 聯準會 kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged, while investors bet on a rate hike in December. All 3 major US stock indexes closed higher, with corporate earnings in focus.
New Taipei councilor Liao Yi-kun transferred for questioning early morning over suspected vote-buying involving free knife sharpening
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party New Taipei City Councilor Liao Yi-kun is suspected of organizing a “knife-sharpening team” to sharpen voters’ knives for free and hosting banquets from June to September, in an alleged vote-buying scheme. Investigators searched his constituency office and questioned dozens of witnesses. Liao was transferred to the 新北地檢署 for questioning early in the morning. The case is being investigated under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act.
Facts
The market price for knife sharpening is about NT$150 to NT$200
Fed holds rates steady before US midterm elections; Warsh denies political considerations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US 聯邦準備理事會（Fed） decided to keep interest rates unchanged ahead of the midterm elections. Chair Warsh denied that political considerations influenced the decision and said inflation remained too high.
The highest V Point reward rate; earn 110,000 points with tax payments counted [PR]
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
An explanation of the rewards rate and ongoing benefits of the 三井住友カード Visa Infinite. The base rewards rate is 1%, with additional rewards at eligible Reward Up stores. Tax payments also count, making it possible to earn up to 110,000 points (equivalent to ¥110,000).
The “Complete Guide to Mastering the Common Test,” taught by a University of Tokyo graduate
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
Education specialist and University of Tokyo graduate Issei Nishioka, representative of カルペ・ディエム, explains how to master the Common Test. As the exam is difficult and is becoming increasingly important even for private medical schools, he offers advice to students preparing for entrance exams.
Cruises aren’t just long voyages. 三 days of extraordinary experiences at sea
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
As interest in sea voyages grows, with luxury yachts from world-renowned hotel brands entering service, there is a wide range of cruise plans that can be enjoyed from 二 nights and 三 days. This article focuses on short cruises aboard Japan’s luxury cruise ship 飛鳥Ⅱ, introducing their appeal and notable itineraries.