# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 75 items from 6 sources; Japan, 37 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 100% satisfaction with support in parent survey. With the "Kurasupits Method," bringing developmental support done together with families to households that previously could not attend

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:42:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000146173.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493585-en.html
- anchor: #n3680094
- Companies mentioned: くらすぴっつ株式会社、くらすぴっつkids藍住

くらすぴっつkids藍住, operated by くらすぴっつ株式会社, will begin picking up children from school in November to expand support for families who have difficulty with transportation. In the FY2025 parent survey, support satisfaction was 100%.

Facts:
- 22 children using the service
- 18 responses collected
- School pickup will begin in November
- FY2025 parent evaluation of child development support
- Continued achievement of 80% or more will be the criterion for judgment

## Initial psychiatric pre-interviews are sorted into web questionnaires and phone calls based on each hospital's own questions. Feature released that also automatically determines the assigned psychiatric social worker (PSW)

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:41:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000189676.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493583-en.html
- anchor: #n3680095
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MENTRA

株式会社MENTRA has released a new feature for the web questionnaire function of its medical AI "MENTRA" for psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine. Based on each hospital's own questions, it sorts patients between phone handling and web questionnaires and automatically determines the assigned psychiatric social worker (PSW).

Facts:
- Established: January 15, 2026
- 9 per month at introduction
- It became 606
- From 2 staff members using it
- it spread to 18

## No water used: a belt-driven fan cools the cylinder. BLDB releases the air-cooled hit-and-miss engine model "B04"

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:40:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000143.000183978.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493584-en.html
- anchor: #n3680096
- Companies mentioned: BLDB、碩輝網絡貿易有限公司

BLDB has begun sales of "B04," an air-cooled working gasoline engine model. It is a 3.6cc horizontal single-cylinder four-stroke engine using a hit-and-miss system, featuring fan-belt-driven air cooling and a glass drip oiler. The engine alone costs 110,075 yen and the full set costs 117,150 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- 3.6cc
- Approx. 500 to 3,000 rpm
- Approx. 0.2 PS
- 25:1～30:1
- 1 unit
- Approx. 22.5 x 11.5 x 13 cm
- Approx. 1.7 kg
- 110,075 yen
- 117,150 yen

## "Folktale Puzzle" made of Noto Hiba cypress to go on sale on Culture Day. 4 types: Momotaro, Urashima Taro, Kintaro and Kachikachi Mountain; a wooden educational toy to play with on both front and back

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:30:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000178570.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493586-en.html
- anchor: #n3680097
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社もりもり工房、MROテレビ、北國新聞

株式会社もりもり工房 will release the "Folktale Puzzle," a wooden educational toy made from Noto Hiba cypress, the tree of Ishikawa Prefecture, on Culture Day, Nov. 3, 2026. It comes in 4 designs including Momotaro, and the front and back show different scenes.

Facts:
- Nov. 3, 2026 (Tuesday, Culture Day)
- 4 types
- 4 pieces

## [4th store in Fukui Prefecture!] The first private-room bedrock bath (women only) in the prefecture, private-room sauna (men only), and even golf and karaoke to "refresh both mind and body": FIT-EASY Tsuruga has held its pre-opening!

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:29:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001092.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3679991
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会、FIA

フィットイージー株式会社 has held the pre-opening of the amusement fitness club "FIT-EASY Tsuruga" in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, with its grand opening on Dec. 1, 2026. It has introduced the prefecture's first private-room bedrock bath (women only), a private-room sauna (men only), an AI healthcare app and more.

Facts:
- Admission fee: 3,300 yen
- Administrative fee: 2,200 yen
- Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
- Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
- 2,000 yen gift card
- Capital: 1,357,449,180 yen
- Employees: 320
- Stores: 322

## [101st store in Aichi Prefecture] Equipped with FIT-VOICE and FIT-BEAUTY, a first in Naka Ward, Nagoya! "You don't have to be stoic": you're sure to find a reason to want to come. FIT-EASY Fushimi Omiya has held its pre-opening

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:28:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001091.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3679992
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、YA-MAN、一般社団法人日本フィットネス産業協会(FIA)

フィットイージー株式会社 has held the pre-opening of FIT-EASY Fushimi Omiya in Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, introducing FIT-VOICE and FIT-BEAUTY, a first in the ward.

Facts:
- 101st store in Aichi Prefecture
- Pre-opening on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
- Monthly fee: 7,678 yen (tax included)
- Stores: 322

## [Free for the first 3 companies] New plan "Health Check" added to "AI Review Advisor." Security consultation available for systems built with AI and existing apps

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:27:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000167872.html
- anchor: #n3679993
- Companies mentioned: ピーキー株式会社、Veracode、Replit、The Register、経済産業省、ChatGPT、Claude、GitHub Copilot、AWS、Stripe

ピーキー株式会社 has added a new "Health Check Plan" to its AI code review service "AI Review Advisor," offering it free to the first 3 companies only.

Facts:
- First 3 companies
- Since the service launched in March 2026
- 44% of AI-generated code contained known vulnerabilities
- In July 2025
- The IT talent shortage in 2030
- is projected to reach up to 790,000 people
- Approx. 1 to 2 weeks
- From 30,000 yen per month

## [102nd store in Aichi Prefecture] Packed with services that delight women, such as machine Pilates and studio lessons! "I want to be beautiful" and "I want to refresh" become reasons to start coming: FIT-EASY Kisogawa Nishi has held its pre-opening

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:26:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001090.000099487.html
- anchor: #n3679994
- Companies mentioned: フィットイージー株式会社、FIT-EASY、日本フィットネス産業協会、FIA

フィットイージー株式会社 held the pre-opening of "FIT-EASY Kisogawa Nishi" in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, on Oct. 31, 2026. The store offers machine Pilates, studio lessons and more, and supports health management using an AI healthcare app.

Facts:
- Pre-opening on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Monthly fee permanently discounted by 550 yen (tax included)
- Monthly fee: 7,150 yen (tax included)
- Stores: 322

## 「明細を見ながら1行ずつ入力する」仕事をなくす。古物商・リユース事業者向けSaaS「リユース在庫SaaS」提供開始 ― 落札明細・精算書をAIが読み取り、ワンクリックで在庫1点ずつに

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:16:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000191744.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493563-en.html
- anchor: #n3679995
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UNITARY、環境省、警察庁、帝国データバンク

株式会社UNITARYは、古物商・リユース事業者向けSaaS「リユース在庫SaaS」を2026年10月30日より提供開始した。業者オークションの落札明細や精算書をAIが読み取り、在庫1点ずつの伝票に自動変換する機能により、手入力業務の削減と在庫管理の効率化を実現する。

Facts:
- Began offering on Oct. 30, 2026
- Japan's reuse market was 3,498.6 billion yen in 2024
- Some forecasts say it will exceed 4 trillion yen by 2030
- The number of secondhand dealer licenses was 615,194 at the end of 2025
- It increased by 42,170 in one year
- 77% of them were small businesses with fewer than 10 employees
- For transactions of 10,000 yen or more
- We surveyed more than 30 domestic business systems for reuse
- 258 lines read from the statement PDF
- 1行1分で入力すれば4時間以上かかる量が
- 出荷した66点に落札額・手数料・成立/不成立が1点ずつ入り

## Official site launched for "RE:WEB," a subscription-based web production service with 0 yen initial production cost

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:10:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000553.000098210.html
- anchor: #n3679941
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファーストイノベーション

First Innovation Co., Ltd. 株式会社ファーストイノベーション, an IT company in Chuo Ward, Tokyo, has launched the official website for "RE:WEB," a subscription-based web production service with an initial production fee of 0 yen and monthly fees starting at 22,000 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- Initial production fee of 0 yen
- Monthly fee of 22,000 yen (tax included)
- Production of a standard 5 pages
- Optional update and operations support from 11,000 yen

## Only 3% of Job Postings State "No Quotas"—An Analysis of 5,578 Postings Finds a Free Appeal Left Unused

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:06:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000187561.html
- anchor: #n3679942
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Shake、HRShaker、Indeed、Airワーク採用管理、Glic株式会社

Results of an analysis of 5,578 job postings by HRShaker, operated by 株式会社Shake. Only 3% of sales and retail job postings explicitly state "no quotas," and the use of other appeals such as air conditioning and heating was also found to be low. Factors cited include taking things for granted internally and modesty, and the use of accurate wording that directly answers job seekers' concerns is recommended.

Facts:
- 107 client companies
- Gathered 105 applications in 9 months

## Which day of the week? What time? The reality of when job postings are read

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:06:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000187561.html
- anchor: #n3679943
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Shake、HRShaker、Indeed、Airワーク採用管理、パーソルキャリア、doda、Glic株式会社

HRShaker of 株式会社Shake analyzed, based on measured data from 107 companies, that fluctuations in the number of applications follow "waves of time" by season and day of the week. It published a report that separates the effects of posting quality from timing and indicates appropriate times to run postings.

Facts:
- 107 client companies
- 6,090,817 job posting impressions
- 7,003 applications
- The difference between the highest and lowest is about 1.6 times
- Peaking at 2.48% in October
- 5,578 job postings

## Jointly developed an exercise program using the indoor play equipment "Unteiyagura®." GRAVO signs a joint research and development agreement with 一般社団法人 重心道

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000165001.html
- anchor: #n3679945
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GRAVO、一般社団法人 重心道、一般社団法人 ULURA、株式会社サシノベルテ

株式会社GRAVO has signed a joint research and development agreement with 一般社団法人重心道 and will develop an exercise program using "Unteiyagura®." Installation and evaluation at 重心道's facilities will begin in October 2026.

Facts:
- On Oct. 1, 2026
- Also in July 2025

## BAR Lemon Heart Oizumi-gakuen store to close on Dec. 31, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000064896.html
- anchor: #n3679944
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミリー企画、西荻珈琲、ARTASTE

Riku Furuya, grandson of manga artist Mitsutoshi Furuya and director of 株式会社ファミリー企画, will close "BAR Lemon Heart" in Oizumi-gakuen, Nerima Ward, Tokyo, on Dec. 31, 2026, and plans to begin operations around Feb. 2027 at the liquor store 西荻珈琲 "ARTASTE" in order to expand the activities of managing and promoting his grandfather's works nationwide.

Facts:
- Dec. 31, 2026
- 40th anniversary of the start of serialization
- 90th anniversary of birth
- 2025
- 2026
- Around Feb. 2027

## Precisely because we are engineers living in the age of AI, we decided to meet people in person.

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:53:41+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000183670.html
- anchor: #n3679876
- Companies mentioned: IT鎂株式会社、株式会社STOCK-UP

IT鎂株式会社 and 株式会社STOCK-UP will hold an in-person event on learning and human resource development in the age of AI in Shinagawa, Tokyo, on Dec. 2, 2026, and will release a free "AI and Digital Literacy Assessment" for schools.

Facts:
- With 22 years of experience in the IT industry
- Please send 5,000 yen urgently
- On Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026
- Review your judgments through a total of 10 questions
- Founded: Jan. 11, 2022
- Founded: Jul. 1, 2025

## ineRobo harvests rice with participants in a Kitakyushu paddy field that a robot sowed

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:33:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000172474.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493490-en.html
- anchor: #n3679813
- Companies mentioned: ineRobo株式会社、株式会社テムザック、DEN農、公益財団法人PwC財団、Unyte社、東京都

ineRobo株式会社は2026年9月20日、北九州市小倉南区の水田で参加者とともに稲を手作業で収穫した。5月にテムザックのロボット「雷鳥1号」による播種、8月に草刈りを実施し、PwC財団助成プロジェクトの一環としてUnyte社のアプリで貢献を記録・可視化する仕組みを試行している。

Facts:
- Sept. 20, 2026
- May 17, 2026
- About 10 participants
- Out of 230 applications

## [A Warming Taste of Ehime on a Cold Morning] Founded 78 Years Ago, "Sushimaru" Breakfast at アパホテル〈松山市駅前〉 Is Popular! Warm "Goshiki Somen" Now Served

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:28:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000651.000004256.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493472-en.html
- anchor: #n3679808
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三福ホールディングス、株式会社すし丸、アパホテル〈松山市駅前〉、すし丸 アパホテル松山市駅前店

株式会社すし丸, founded 78 years ago, has begun serving Ehime's local dish "Goshiki Somen" as a warm menu item, available for a limited time in autumn and winter, at the breakfast buffet offered at アパホテル〈松山市駅前〉.

Facts:
- Founded 78 years ago
- Opened on Jul. 28, 2026
- About 600 guests used it
- Japanese and Western buffet with 30 or more kinds of dishes
- Since its founding in 1948 (Showa 23)
- Adults: advance tickets 1,800 yen
- 2,000 yen on the day

## 【福岡発・創業1年半】株式会社tamateco、東洋経済『すごいベンチャー100』2026年最新版に選出！日本の「ガチャ²」文化を世界標準へ

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:22:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185958.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493473-en.html
- anchor: #n3679809
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社tamateco、東洋経済、tamateco Korea Inc.、株式会社ルルアーク

株式会社tamateco has been selected for the 東洋経済 "Amazing Ventures 100" 2026 edition and is promoting the global expansion of Japan's "Gacha²" culture.

Facts:
- Amazing Ventures 100
- 2026 edition
- About 20 major domestic manufacturers
- Founded in April 2025
- Over 7 years
- Annual sales on the scale of 10 billion yen

## Kobe Motomachi rental space "ROHKE（ローク）" adds designer chairs and renews 2 full-length mirrors. 10% OFF for first-time use also under way

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:10:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000161547.html
- anchor: #n3679798
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Olinks、ROHKE（ローク）、ヴィトラ

"ROHKE（ローク）", a rental space in Motomachi, Kobe operated by 株式会社Olinks, has added designer chairs and renewed 2 full-length mirrors. A 10% OFF campaign for first-time users is under way.

Facts:
- 10% OFF
- 2 full-length mirrors
- 2 fitting rooms as well

## Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Tournament Semifinal Game 2, Tokai Tournament: Takuya Nagase 9-dan vs. Yahachi Yashiro 8-dan, Saturday, Oct. 31, Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Results

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:08:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000234.000044150.html
- anchor: #n3679799
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人日本将棋連盟、JT、㈱I&S BBDO

At the Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Tournament semifinal game 2 Tokai Tournament held at Aichi Sky Expo on Oct. 31, 2026, Takuya Nagase 9-dan defeated Yahachi Yashiro 8-dan in 154 moves, reaching the final for the third time and the second year in a row.

Facts:
- Nagase 9-dan wins in 154 moves
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- I think it has come close to 100 times

## Yanaka Craft Cola to hold brand 3rd anniversary event on Nov. 19

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:05:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000174991.html
- anchor: #n3679800
- Companies mentioned: 谷中クラフトコーラ株式会社

谷中クラフトコーラ株式会社 will hold a participatory event at Yanaka Career Cafe on Nov. 19, 2026, to mark the 3rd anniversary of the brand's launch in Nov. 2023.

Facts:
- Brand 3rd anniversary
- Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
- Participation fee is 5,500 yen
- Capacity is about 10 people

## More than 60 participants, in person and online! "RoCoBeL Press Conference & Connected Coffee Tasting" held in Harajuku

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:05:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000099626.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493443-en.html
- anchor: #n3679801
- Companies mentioned: ビーンズ・コネクティッド株式会社、シブヤフォントラボ、日本バドミントン協会、Amayar Women's Coffee Group、株式会社ビバ、Amayar Coffee、ストライドクラブ

ビーンズ・コネクティッド株式会社 held a hybrid press conference in Harajuku and online to announce the commercialization of "Connected Coffee," specialty coffee from Myanmar, and "RoCoBeL," a compact automatic roasting machine platform.

Facts:
- Monday, Oct. 5, 2026
- More than 50 people had registered in advance
- More than 30 people at the venue, including walk-ins
- More than 30 people also joined online
- Our company, on Oct. 1
- After more than 5 years of demonstration experiments
- Served 4 terms, 8 years as J.League Chairman
- Subscription-type plan starting from 9,900 yen per month (tax included)
- 4 types: light roast, medium roast, medium-dark roast, and dark roast

## [Total prize money of 770,000 yen!] 株式会社MissionTime, which runs a V-Liver agency, to hold "MT LEGENDS CUP" (*open slots for general participants available)

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000183437.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493444-en.html
- anchor: #n3679802
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MissionTime、りみれす！、Electronic Arts Inc.、株式会社IRIAM、IRIAM

りみれす！, the V-Liver agency run by 株式会社MissionTime, will hold the large-scale game tournament "MT LEGENDS CUP" on Dec. 27, 2026, with total prize money of 770,000 yen.

Facts:
- Dec. 27, 2026
- Participation fee: Free

## How many times would that demo song be played if you released it? Music platform "TOPLEASE" now lets artists publish any number of unreleased songs for free

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:50:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000191868.html
- anchor: #n3679733
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社呉楽、TOPLEASE、日本レコード協会、公益社団法人日本芸能実演家団体協議会、芸団協、経済産業省、PayPay株式会社

株式会社呉楽 has enabled artists on the music platform "TOPLEASE" to publish an unlimited number of unreleased demo songs for free without subscribing to a monthly plan. This provides a mechanism for returning points to artists through listeners' play predictions, aiming to transform the industry's revenue structure.

Facts:
- Domestic streaming (subscription) sales in 2025 were 137.736 billion yen,
- up to 110% of the previous year
- Of performing artists, including musicians, 54.5%
- had personal income (including non-entertainment income) of under 3 million yen in 2024
- Overseas market size by 2033
- Goal of expanding to 20 trillion yen by 2033
- The first video posted on TOPLEASE's official Instagram was played more than 90,000 times
- So far, to 208 track makers
- totaling more than 3 million yen

## Energizing Nagoya with AI. Central AX, launched by 2 Nagoya University graduates, to exhibit at "Factory Innovation Week [Nagoya] 2026"

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:45:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000188813.html
- anchor: #n3679734
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 Central AX、RX Japan株式会社

株式会社Central AX will exhibit in the Generative AI World at "Factory Innovation Week [Nagoya] 2026," held at Aichi Sky Expo from Nov. 25 to 27, 2026, presenting practical AI use cases, training, and contract development services for manufacturing and other companies.

Facts:
- 2026年11月25日（水）〜27日（金）
- Capital: 3,500,000 yen
- A company established in May 2026

## [Promoting regional revitalization through the power of social media] 榊󠄀原清一 of "Reiwa no Tora," with over 500,000 total followers, becomes SNS management advisor to Saga-based healthcare company "株式会社マウナ・ケア"! Comprehensive support for business expansion with practical know-how

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:45:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000021425.html
- anchor: #n3679735
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EMOLVA、株式会社マウナ・ケア、サイバーエージェント

株式会社EMOLVA has signed an advisory contract with Saga-based healthcare company "株式会社マウナ・ケア" to strengthen social media marketing, recruitment, and branding. EMOLVA's CEO 榊󠄀原清一 will work alongside them directly and support business expansion with practical know-how.

Facts:
- Up to 100 million total views
- 70 to 100 hiring applicants per month
- Supported the social media marketing of more than 1,000 companies

## Contemporary artist 星野喜蝶 dedicates "八幡三柱龍" to Waseda Shrine in Hiroshima

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:41:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000189561.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493366-en.html
- anchor: #n3679666
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アートステリア、ART-STERIA

Contemporary artist 星野喜蝶, affiliated with 株式会社アートステリア, unveiled the votive work "八幡三柱龍" at Waseda Shrine in Higashi Ward, Hiroshima.

Facts:
- Width 180 cm × height 90 cm
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- Production period: about 3 months
- A shrine with a history of more than 500 years

## How long will you keep a lid on your own potential?

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:30:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000177969.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493365-en.html
- anchor: #n3679667
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社QVファクトリー、Tsubo×Lab

Tsubo×Lab, a shared treatment clinic for acupuncturists run by 株式会社QVファクトリー, will hold a "Start-This-Year Support Campaign" from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, 2026, offering perks such as business card creation and social media support to practitioners preparing for a side job or independence.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Dec. 31
- 9:00～23:00
- 5 private treatment booths

## 9番街レトロ's なかむらしゅん takes on the largest capacity yet! "Movie Version Egwitch Tokyo (tentative) ~100,000 Subscriber Commemorative Live~" announced!

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005439.000029501.html
- anchor: #n3679569
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、FANYチケット、FANY

なかむらしゅん of 9番街レトロ, an entertainer under 吉本興業株式会社, will hold a commemorative live-stream event at 立川ステージ花园 on March 26, 2027, to celebrate his YouTube channel surpassing 100,000 subscribers.

Facts:
- 100,000 people
- March 26, 2027
- Advance: 8,000 yen
- Day of: 9,000 yen
- Advance: 6,000 yen
- Day of: 7,000 yen
- Streaming: 2,000 yen

## Atlantic STARS accelerates business expansion in the Japanese market. 株式会社グラッド and 株式会社3 form a strategic business partnership

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:13:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000177634.html
- anchor: #n3679517
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グラッド、株式会社3、Atlantic STARS、Three Salon、GAOO＋、Grill & Cafe FOR SEASON、KEMPU LIFE

株式会社グラッド and 株式会社3 will begin a strategic business partnership on Nov. 1, 2026, aimed at expanding the business of the Italian premium sneaker brand "Atlantic STARS" in the Japanese market. 株式会社3 will join as the brand's strategic business partner and authorized distributor, working to raise brand awareness and develop sales channels.

Facts:
- Nov. 1, 2026
- The 1980s
- 5 or 10 years ahead

## Cyberattack countermeasures by placing a remote desktop in between

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000029108.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493341-en.html
- anchor: #n3679521
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エル・シィ、Brynhildr Business、Brynhildr

株式会社エル・シィ explains cyberattack countermeasures via remote desktop using Brynhildr Business. Routing through a stepping-stone terminal narrows the range of action after a breach. A dedicated app will be released by the end of this year or in January 2027, and the perpetual license is planned at about 10,000 yen per unit.

Facts:
- About 10,000 yen
- 1台に1ライセンス

## 「REJECT」所属ストリーマー・天鬼ぷるる、初のミニアルバム『えんじぇるでびる♡ぱーてぃー』を発売

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000679.000050979.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493340-en.html
- anchor: #n3679520
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社REJECT、REJECT、アニメイト、Amazon.co.jp、楽天ブックス、ゲーマーズ、あみあみ、メロンブックス、TSUTAYA RECORDS、蔦屋書店、タワーレコード、HMV、HMV＆BOOKS online、ソフマップ、アニメガ

株式会社REJECT所属のストリーマー・天鬼ぷるるが、2027年2月24日に初のミニアルバム『えんじぇるでびる♡ぱーてぃー』を発売する。

Facts:
- Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2027
- Price: 10,000 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,800 yen (tax included)
- 6 types in total
- REJECT is an esports team founded in 2018
- Total prize pool exceeding 10 billion yen
- Only 40 teams worldwide will be selected

## A.B.C-Zがデビュー15周年記念日・'27年2月1日に写真集をリリース！

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003570.000006568.html
- anchor: #n3679519
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東京ニュース通信社、東京ニュース通信社、TOKYO NEWS magazine&mook

東京ニュース通信社は、A.B.C-Zのデビュー15周年を記念し、2027年2月1日に「A.B.C-Z 2nd写真集(仮)」を発売すると発表した。

Facts:
- 15th debut anniversary
- Monday, Feb. 1, 2027
- List price: 4,000 yen

## Wienners to hold one-man tour "Raiko TOUR 2027" in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka in 2027!

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005171.000019470.html
- anchor: #n3679518
- Companies mentioned: 日本コロムビア株式会社、日本コロムビア、Wienners、ElectricLadyLand、Yogibo META VALLEY、Zepp Shinjuku (TOKYO)、フジテレビ、テレビ東京

The galactic punk band Wienners announced that it will hold the one-man tour "Raiko TOUR 2027" in Aichi, Osaka and Tokyo from Jan. 30 to Feb. 22, 2027. It will be the first tour since new vocalist YUURI joined.

Facts:
- 2027
- Saturday, Jan. 30
- Saturday, Feb. 6
- Monday, Feb. 22
- 10/31 (Sat.)
- 11/8 (Sun.)

## "dy.do," code hosting for AI agents, to launch in November

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:56:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000183060.html
- anchor: #n3679261
- Companies mentioned: 光数株式会社、GitHub

光数株式会社 announced that it will launch "dy.do," a code hosting service for AI agents, in Nov. 2026.

Facts:
- Nov. 2026
- About 3 times faster than git push
- It took about 1/3 of the time of git push
- Oct. 24, 2024
- Marked its 2nd anniversary
- 211 files
- 557 commits
- 2.34 seconds
- 0.76 seconds

## Fukuoka-born edible femcare "Watashi no Kokatsu" makes its first appearance at FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞, one of western Japan's largest food trade shows.

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:48:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000144268.html
- anchor: #n3679262
- Companies mentioned: EsY株式会社、FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞

EsY株式会社 will exhibit its fermented inner-care food "Watashi no Kokatsu" for the first time at FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞, to be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka on Nov. 18 and 19, 2026.

Facts:
- 2026年11月18日（水）・19日（木）
- 75 types of plant ingredients
- Fermented and aged for 3 years or more

## [Online reservations now open due to popular demand!] Founded 78 years ago, Ehime-Matsuyama's long-established "Japanese Restaurant Sushimaru" takes online reservations for its 2027 New Year osechi

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:46:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000649.000004256.html
- anchor: #n3679263
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社三福ホールディングス、株式会社すし丸

株式会社すし丸, a long-established Japanese restaurant founded 78 years ago, began accepting online reservations on Nov. 1 for its New Year 2027 osechi dishes "Miyabi" and "Fuku."

Facts:
- 29,800 yen
- 32,184 yen including tax
- 19,800 yen
- 21,384 yen including tax
- 1,100 yen
- 1,650 yen
- 1,760 yen
- 1948 (Showa 23)

## Ocean Current convoy enters Zhongzheng and Wanhua; Cheng Li-chiun presents compass, hopes Shen Boyang will guide Taipei's future direction

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:36:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310207.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493580-en.html
- anchor: #n3680093
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨

民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋「台北大洋流」車隊掃街至中正萬華，行政院副院長鄭麗君到場力挺並送羅盤，期盼其指引北市未來方向；沈伯洋於龍山寺外提出都更等政策規劃。

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- The convoy set out from Guting Nanfu Temple at 5:30 p.m.
- The convoy arrived at the roads near the stage outside Longshan Temple at 8 p.m.
- 3 more convoy canvassing events follow

## Indonesia records 2,247 disasters so far this year; authorities urge precautions against rainy-season floods and landslides

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:26:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310206.aspx
- anchor: #n3679996
- Companies mentioned: 印尼國家災害應變總署、BNPB、中央社

According to Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), 印尼國家災害應變總署 statistics show 2,247 disasters have been reported nationwide so far this year, affecting about 5.97 million people. Floods and strong winds have recently struck areas including North Sumatra province, and authorities urge precautions against the risks of rainy-season floods, landslides and tidal flooding.

Facts:
- 2,247 incidents
- 6 floods
- 2 extreme weather events
- 7,615 households
- 7,327 houses
- 2,405 households
- 7,930 people
- 28 households
- 25 houses
- 1 commercial site
- 5.97 million people
- 427 dead
- 21 missing
- 3,258 injured
- 99.19%
- 1,043 incidents
- 596 incidents
- 342 incidents

## Bangladesh dengue outbreak intensifies, 173 deaths in October; unlikely to ease before December

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:26:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310205.aspx
- anchor: #n3679997
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

Bangladesh's dengue deaths in October reached 173, a monthly high for this year; experts warn the outbreak is unlikely to ease noticeably before December.

Facts:
- 173 people have already died from dengue infection as of October reports
- This year's dengue outbreak has killed 418 people
- More than 133,000 hospitalized
- Higher than September's 148
- More than 1,200 people died of illness locally

## Chen Su-yueh campaign headquarters opens; President Lai: Taichung, Changhua and Nantou unite to create well-being

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:10:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310204.aspx
- anchor: #n3679946
- Companies mentioned: 民主進步黨、中央社

President Lai Ching-te and Tsai Ing-wen attended the opening ceremony of Chen Su-yueh's campaign headquarters, calling on the Taichung, Changhua and Nantou areas to unite in supporting Democratic Progressive Party county and city mayoral candidates in order to create well-being for the people.

Facts:
- The central government has the nation raising children aged 0 to 6 together
- So that seniors aged 65 and over need not pay National Health Insurance premiums
- Support the 3 county and city mayoral candidates in Taichung, Changhua and Nantou

## Diesel sales reportedly restricted in multiple parts of China; gas stations face tight supply

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:06:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610310203.aspx
- anchor: #n3679938
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、X平台、新京報、山東地方煉油廠

Diesel sales are reportedly restricted in multiple parts of China, and gas stations face tight supply. Analysts say the international geopolitical situation is affecting crude oil supply and costs, and the peak agricultural harvest season is adding demand, leading some refineries to cut operations, leaving diesel supply and demand in a tight balance.

Facts:
- （中央社台北31日電）
- 新京報29日引述分析表示
- Production of affordable No. 0 diesel has decreased
- (Editors: Chen Kai-yu / Chou Hui-ying) 1151031

## Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264: 4 winning tickets for first prize

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:04:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610310202.aspx
- anchor: #n3679939
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩公司

In Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264, the 4 first-prize winning tickets each won NT$6 million; 254 second-prize tickets won NT$20,000 each; 37 first-prize tickets in 3 Star Lottery won NT$5,000 each; 26 first-prize tickets in 4 Star Lottery won NT$50,000 each.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115264
- 4 first-prize winning tickets
- NT$6 million
- 254 second-prize winning tickets
- NT$20,000 prize per ticket
- 37 first-prize winning tickets
- NT$5,000 prize per ticket
- 26 first-prize winning tickets
- NT$50,000 prize per ticket

## Thai civil groups worry about 2 Uyghurs facing deportation, urge respect for their wish to go to a third country

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:04:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310201.aspx
- anchor: #n3679940
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、難民與無國籍人士權利聯盟、移民工作組織、泰國移民改革聯盟、泰國國家人權委員會、聯合國難民署

Three Thai civil society groups issued a joint statement calling on the government not to deport two Uyghur refugees back to China, to respect their wish to go to a third country, and to allow legal representatives and 聯合國難民署 to visit them.

Facts:
- 2 Uyghurs
- 300-some Uyghur Muslims
- 40 Uyghurs

## To avoid diplomatic friction, Japan's security strategy reportedly will not list China as a threat

- Published: 2026-10-31T23:02:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310200.aspx
- anchor: #n3679937

The Japanese government plans to revise its 3 security documents and, to avoid diplomatic friction and in consideration of economic ties, intends to keep defining China as the "greatest strategic challenge" rather than a "threat."

Facts:
- Within this year
- Mid-November
- 3 documents

## Expert: Taiwan needs to watch coast guard and research vessel harassment to prevent Beijing from turning it into routine administration

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:51:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310199.aspx
- anchor: #n3679815
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、海委會、海巡署、張榮發基金會、社團法人安全台灣學會、國防大學中共軍事事務研究所

海委會 specialist commissioner Bai Bangting pointed out that China is pressuring Taiwan's waters through coast guard, research vessel and fishing boat activities, aiming to turn repeated harassment into routine administration; he urged handling based on legal grounds and safeguarding space for everyday maritime law enforcement and administrative jurisdiction.

Facts:
- China Coast Guard vessel 3102
- In Hualien on Oct. 18
- Switched off the Automatic Identification System on Oct. 20
- In eastern Taiwan this June

## Nuit Blanche debuts with works by Paris artists, combined with Nakashi culture

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:40:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310198.aspx
- anchor: #n3679814
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、巴黎104藝術中心、法國在台協會、巴黎白晝之夜專辦公室、全聯福利中心

2026 Taipei Nuit Blanche opened on Oct. 31. For the first time, it partners with 巴黎104藝術中心 to bring in works by French artists, combined with Beitou Nakashi culture, and opens the Tatung University campus as a wall-less exhibition area. The event brings together more than 30 artworks and 50 performances, and 全聯福利中心 sponsors an interactive installation.

Facts:
- 2026 Taipei Nuit Blanche
- 巴黎104藝術中心
- Nuit Blanche originated in Paris 25 years ago
- Began developing in Taipei 11 years ago
- In the first year, 200,000 people took part
- Exceeded 500,000 as of last year
- Brings together more than 30 artworks
- 50 performances

## Fire fully engulfs Taoyuan Guanyin factory; firefighters battle blaze, no one injured or trapped

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:39:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610310197.aspx
- anchor: #n3679811

A fire broke out tonight at a factory on Industrial 4th Road in Guanyin District, Taoyuan City. The sheet-metal plant was fully ablaze, and the fire department dispatched 87 firefighters, 42 fire engines and 2 ambulances. It was preliminarily confirmed that no one was injured or trapped.

Facts:
- 87 firefighters
- 42 fire engines
- 2 ambulances

## Iran's supreme leader warns US and Israel against launching new attacks

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:38:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310196.aspx
- anchor: #n3679812

Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned the US and Israel in a written statement not to launch new attacks, and ordered the military to respond forcefully to any threat. The move came as parties pursue diplomatic mediation to avert war.

## Magong Halloween parade: parents and kids in cute ghost costumes flood 中正商圈 for fun

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:34:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310195.aspx
- anchor: #n3679810
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、缺席舞團、中正商圈、馬公市公所

Magong City held the Halloween event "Cute Ghosts on a Mission, Fun Halloween Parade." About 1,500 young children, parents and residents took part in the parade, and Mayor Huang Chien-chung joined the fun in costume.

Facts:
- 1,500 cute ghosts arrive
- Nearly 1,500 young children
- Letting about 1,500 young children

## Su Chiao-hui: Will accept all debate invitations and attend the publicly hosted policy presentation

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:24:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310194.aspx
- anchor: #n3679807
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民主進步黨

Su Chiao-hui, the 民主進步黨 candidate for New Taipei mayor, said she will take part in the publicly hosted policy presentation as well as debate invitations from TV stations and student forums, and stressed that she will keep visiting the grassroots diligently at her own pace.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- The publicly hosted policy presentation to be held on Nov. 13
- New Taipei's 29 districts
- More than 70 market walkabouts
- More than 40 support group events
- Will also speed up for the final sprint in the last 28 days

## More than 8000 runners join 華航 Marathon Starlight Night Run

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:15:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610310193.aspx
- anchor: #n3679803
- Companies mentioned: 中華航空、華航、中央社

中華航空 held the third 華航 Marathon Starlight Night Run at Dajia Riverside Park in Taipei, drawing more than 8000 runners. The event was divided into half marathon, 10K and 6K categories, and combined a Halloween theme with a prize drawing segment.

Facts:
- More than 8000 runners from Taiwan and abroad
- Half Marathon category (21K)
- Fun Run category (10K)
- Parent-Child Starry Sky category (6K)
- Nearly 500 teenagers and children in total
- More than 30 plane tickets
- A total of 200,000 member flight miles

## Germany on alert as Gen Z protests spread; Berlin shops board up windows overnight to guard against riots

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:13:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310192.aspx
- anchor: #n3679804
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、蘋果、愛迪達、On、TUKADU

German Gen Z youths have called for nationwide demonstrations, demanding better education and healthcare and opposing conscription. Affected by the recent unrest in France, Berlin shops such as 愛迪達, On and TUKADU boarded up their windows overnight to guard against riots. Police deployed about 1500 officers on alert, but believe the likelihood of large-scale violence is low.

Facts:
- Simultaneous demonstrations in multiple cities across Germany on the 31st
- Has run the accessories shop TUKADU for 30 years
- Deploying about 1500 police officers
- More than 3000 shops were vandalized by masked people amid the chaos
- About 2500 people were arrested
- Insurers face up to 1.2 billion euros
- About NT$44.2 billion

## Panai wins both 金音獎 folk awards, speaks of her June 4 songwriting and hopes to safeguard democracy and freedom

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:13:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610310191.aspx
- anchor: #n3679805
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、金音獎

Panai won both Best Folk Song and Best Folk Album at the 金音獎 with her album "Here We Come" (來了), and mentioned writing the song "32" about the June 4 Tiananmen Square incident, calling for the protection of democracy and freedom and opposing the referendum on "abolishing the nuclear-free homeland."

Facts:
- The 32nd year
- Both 金音 folk awards

## TPBL's Lin Ting-chien scores 26 points in debut; Taipei Taishin Mars fall to Kaohsiung Aquas, miss out on first win

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:08:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610310190.aspx
- anchor: #n3679806
- Companies mentioned: 台灣職業籃球大聯盟、TPBL、台北台新戰神、高雄全家海神、台啤永豐雲豹、新北國王、中央社

Taipei Taishin Mars star Lin Ting-chien scored 26 points in his TPBL debut, but 台北台新戰神 lost 121 to 132 to 高雄全家海神 and missed out on their first win of the season. In another game, 台啤永豐雲豹 beat 新北國王 89 to 81.

Facts:
- 26 points
- 7 assists
- 121
- 132
- 37 points
- 13 rebounds
- 44 points
- 23 points
- 89
- 81

## After Mbappé, now Hello Kitty: Netizens mock, "China enters the age of grand apologies"

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:58:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610310189.aspx
- anchor: #n3679736
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、日本TBS電視台、中央電視台、三麗鷗、Sanrio、環球時報、三麗鷗國際貿易公司、微博、X、皇家馬德里俱樂部、皇馬、中國中央廣電總台體育青少中心、法新社、Vozpópuli

Japan's 三麗鷗 apologized on 微博 over a co-branded product controversy and ended the partnership, sparking discontent among Chinese netizens; earlier, French star Mbappé also apologized over a controversy involving his remarks. Analysts say Chinese public opinion has raised its standard for apologies, reflecting the formidable purchasing power of the Chinese market.

Facts:
- Revenue reached RMB 781 million in the first half of this year
- 年增逾4成
- 三麗鷗 operates more than 60 stores in China
- 40% of overseas sales
- About 25% of operating profit
- By 2030
- TV broadcasting business worth more than 400 million euros

## National finals of the Presidential Cup 3-on-3 basketball tournament begin; Li Yang hopes to create a carnival

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:55:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610310188.aspx
- anchor: #n3679737

The national finals of the 2026 Presidential Cup 3-on-3 basketball tournament were held on Ketagalan Boulevard. Sports Minister Li Yang hopes to turn the event into a carnival, with 160 teams competing.

Facts:
- 2026 Presidential Cup
- The 31st and Nov. 1
- 22 counties and cities
- 160 teams
- 5 divisions

## Hou You-yi as Woody, Li Szu-chuan as Buzz Lightyear: Halloween fun

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:52:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610310187.aspx
- anchor: #n3679671
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、電視親子台

Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Szu-chuan and New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi dressed up as Buzz Lightyear and Sheriff Woody respectively at the 2026 府中奇幻城 Halloween event, and went to Sanchong, Tucheng, Xindian, Taishan and other places to take part in related events and campaign headquarters opening ceremonies.

Facts:
- 2026府中奇幻城
- 3 joint campaign headquarters opening ceremonies
- 4 technical certifications

## Chenggong Ridge military camp opens to public; Army Sky Dragon team's precision parachute jumps draw attention

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:52:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310186.aspx
- anchor: #n3679672

The Chenggong Ridge military camp open house kicked off today, with the Army's Sky Dragon team drawing attention with difficult precision parachute jumps and parachute folding. The site also displayed 24 types of weapons and equipment, including the M1A2T tank, and offered hands-on experiences, to showcase the results of the armed forces' combat readiness training.

Facts:
- 24 types of weapons and equipment
- Year 115 of the Republic

## Lai Ching-te campaigns for Wen Shih-cheng in Nantou, hopes to develop industries to help young people stay in their hometowns

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:44:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310185.aspx
- anchor: #n3679670

President Lai Ching-te went to Nantou to campaign for Democratic Progressive Party county magistrate candidate Wen Shih-cheng, stressing the central government's funding support for Nantou and policies such as elder care and helping young people stay in their hometowns, and urged local residents to support Wen Shih-cheng.

Facts:
- 前總統馬英九執政最後一年，給南投縣1年總經費新台幣165億元
- When he was president, he gave the Nantou County government NT$27.9 billion last year
- An increase of NT$11.4 billion
- This year he gave Nantou another NT$2.3 billion
- 全口假牙補助1人最高8萬元
- Senior citizen card with 1800 points per month
- Building an 8-kilometer health protection circle
- Subsidy of NT$35,000 per year for those attending private universities
- An additional NT$20,000 for low-income households
- Total subsidy of NT$55,000
- An additional NT$15,000 for middle-low-income households
- Total of NT$50,000
- 18歲以下1人可領5000元
- 中央1年給南投300億元

## Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:43:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610310184.aspx
- anchor: #n3679668
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264: the winning numbers are 17, 02, 05, 28, 37; the 3-Star Lottery winning numbers are 452, and the 4-Star Lottery winning numbers are 2311.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115264
- 17
- 02
- 05
- 28
- 37
- 452
- 2311

## Huang Wei-che says Taipei's free nutritious lunches are poorly run; Chiang Wan-an: Tainan following suit is an affirmation

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:42:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610310183.aspx
- anchor: #n3679669
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、TVBS、三立電視台

Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che criticized in a video the poor results of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's free nutritious lunch program, and pointed out that Taipei was not the first in the country to implement it. Chiang Wan-an's camp responded that Huang Wei-che's willingness to follow suit on the free nutritious lunch policy is an affirmation of cities' efforts to ease the burden on parents.

Facts:
- 2026 Taipei Mayoral Candidates' Televised Debate
- Please, Wan-an, stop saying nonsense (543)

## Instability on Jordan's northern border; military says it stopped 14 armed men from infiltrating the country

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:34:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310182.aspx
- anchor: #n3679665
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

A Jordanian military statement said border guard forces opened fire yesterday and successfully stopped 14 armed men from crossing the border from Syria and infiltrating northern Jordan, with intense gunfire exchanged.

Facts:
- 14 armed men
- Amman, the 31st

## Travel market booming: Aviation industry revenue in Year 114 hits 471.4 billion, topping the transport and travel sector

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:22:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610310181.aspx
- anchor: #n3679523

A survey by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications shows the travel market was booming in 114, with air transport topping revenue at NT$471.4 billion, up 2.0% year on year; total revenue for the travel and transport industry as a whole was NT$2.3277 trillion.

Facts:
- Air transport tops the list at NT$471.4 billion
- Total revenue of the travel and transport industry: NT$2.3277 trillion
- Up 2.0% year on year
- Down 5.2% from 113
- Sea transport: NT$350.5 billion
- Down 36.1% year on year
- Motor freight transport: NT$344.1 billion
- Up 3.0%
- Postal services: NT$304.7 billion
- Down 8.3%
- Pre-tax profit of NT$320.7 billion
- Down 33.9% from 113
- Pre-tax profit margin of 13.8%
- Other land transport had the highest profit margin at 45.1%
- Port services followed at 43.1%
- Sea transport came next at 42.0%
- From a loss of NT$5.4 billion in 113
- Narrowed to NT$400 million
- Operating revenue of NT$2.1379 trillion
- Up 1.2% year on year
- Operating expenses of NT$1.9447 trillion
- Also up 1.1%
- Overall operating profit of NT$193.2 billion
- Up 2.3%
- Postal services saw the largest increase in operating profit, up NT$5.6 billion
- Railway and metro transport followed with an increase of NT$4 billion
- The operating profit margin, from 8.9% in 113
- Edged up 0.1 percentage points
- To 9.0%
- Other land transport was highest at 42.8%
- Port services followed at 39.0%
- Other motor passenger transport rose the most, by 4.0 percentage points
- Travel and other related services followed with a rise of 3.8 percentage points
- The loss rate of the public bus passenger transport industry, from 5.8%
- Narrowed to 5.0%
- Inland waterway and lake transport, from an operating profit of 4.6%
- Turned to a loss of 0.9%

## China's First Crewed Moon Landing Plan: Two Astronauts to Land on the Moon Before 2030

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:14:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610310180.aspx
- anchor: #n3679522
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、環球時報、北京航空航天大學

Wang Xiang, deputy chief designer of China's crewed space program, announced at the 7th Crewed Spaceflight Academic Conference that China plans to achieve its first crewed Moon landing before 2030, using a "two launches, one landing" approach with docking in lunar orbit; the crew will consist of three people, two of whom will land on the lunar surface.

Facts:
- By 2030
- Two launches
- One Moon landing
- Crew of three
- Two people land on the lunar surface
- 兩枚長征十號運載火箭

## Second Son Suspected of Running a Casino Released on NT$500,000 Bail; Taichung Councilor Chiang Ho-shu Apologizes in Livestream

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:06:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610310179.aspx
- anchor: #n3679516
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣民眾黨、台中市議會

The second son of Taichung Taiwan People's Party councilor Chiang Ho-shu was caught by police on suspicion of running a casino. Prosecutors ordered release on bail of NT$500,000, and Chiang apologized in a livestream.

Facts:
- NT$500,000
- More than NT$1.89 million seized

## Cemeteries Are More Than Places for Mourning: Philippines' All Souls' Day Ties Families Together

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:01:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610310178.aspx
- anchor: #n3679325
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

During All Souls' Day in the Philippines, people flock to cemeteries to visit graves and use the occasion for family reunions; Manila's South and North Cemeteries expect nearly 3 million visits, and police have stepped up security.

Facts:
- Every Nov. 1
- Nov. 2
- A fee of about 300 pesos each time
- To 500 pesos
- Metro Manila has about 160 cemeteries
- Expected to welcome nearly 3 million grave visitors

## 90-Year-Old Japanese Bodybuilder Toshiyoku Kanazawa Competes in Spain, Showing an Ageless Ambition

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:58:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610310177.aspx
- anchor: #n3679264
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、國際健美總會、IFBB

90-year-old Japanese bodybuilder Toshiyoku Kanazawa traveled to Santa Susanna, Spain, to compete in the Masters division of an event organized by the 國際健美總會 (IFBB), showing an ageless ambition.

Facts:
- 90-year-old Japanese bodybuilder
- In the "Masters" division for competitors aged 50 and over

## Xi Jinping Purges Senior Generals; Scholars: PLA Has Lost the Ability to Intervene in Politics

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:56:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610310176.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493221-en.html
- anchor: #n3679200
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、張榮發基金會、社團法人安全台灣學會、國防大學、國防安全研究院

Scholars Ma Chen-kun and Chieh Chung point out that Xi Jinping's large-scale purge of senior PLA generals has left the military unable to intervene in politics, and may affect the 2027 centenary goal of the army's founding and crisis management mechanisms.

Facts:
- 33 people expelled from the party
- Of these, 16 are military generals
- The PLA currently has only 6 full generals left
- The 2027 centenary goal of the army's founding
- Its ability to handle unexpected major events will decline over the next 3 to 4 years

## Puma Shen Says There Is a "Psychological Divide" Between SOGO and 微風 in Taipei; Fan Page Mocks: Is an 8-Minute Walk Like Crossing the Central Mountain Range?

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:40:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177409
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493509-en.html
- anchor: #n3679877
- Companies mentioned: SOGO、微風

During a debate, Puma Shen mentioned a "psychological divide" between SOGO and 微風 in Taipei City. An online fan page rebutted that the actual walk takes only 8 minutes, mocking him for exaggerating a short route into something as arduous as crossing the Central Mountain Range.

## Valued Higher Than SpaceX! AI Super Unicorn to Ring the Bell in November: Can Anthropic Set Off Another Market Feeding Frenzy?

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177358
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493510-en.html
- anchor: #n3679878
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、SpaceX、OpenAI

AI startup Anthropic plans to go public in mid-November at a valuation of 2 trillion US dollars, with revenue up 10 times year on year, and analysts are bullish on its enterprise business and profitability.

Facts:
- Anthropic is expected to officially list in mid-November, with a market valuation of 2 trillion US dollars.
- Anthropic's revenue jumped from 1.2 billion US dollars in the same period last year to 13.6 billion US dollars now, a 10-fold year-on-year increase.
- Anthropic generates an enormous output value of up to 6.6 million US dollars per employee on average.
- Anthropic already has nearly 11,000 companies willing to pay more than 100,000 US dollars per month for internal deployment.
- In 2026, Anthropic has shown a reversal in which "earning speed exceeds capital expenditure."

## 圖解》英特爾股價一日崩跌三成！單季獲利明明優於預期，竟被一份財測拖累

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:10:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177407
- anchor: #n3679879
- Companies mentioned: 英特爾、輝達、美聯社、路透、彭博新聞、Seaport Research Partners、Hargreaves Lansdown、Counterpoint Research、《日經亞洲》、《金融時報》、Alphabet、亞馬遜、台積電、超微、Arm、高通、博通、美光、艾司摩爾、三星電子、戴爾、慧與、美超微、蘋果、Equity Armor Investments

英特爾 shares plunged 28.6% in a single day after its fourth-quarter guidance fell short of expectations and it warned of a weak PC market. Although third-quarter profit beat expectations, concerns about its planning ability and cash flow triggered a sell-off.

Facts:
- 英特爾 shares plunged 28.6% in a single day on Oct. 30 Eastern Time
- 英特爾 estimates fourth-quarter revenue of 15 billion to 16 billion US dollars
- 英特爾 reported third-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 52 cents
- 英特爾 warned that weakness in the PC market will last at least until the first half of 2027
- The explosion at the Israel plant will cost about 600 million US dollars in revenue across two quarters combined
- 英特爾 third-quarter data center and AI business revenue rose 78% year on year
- 英特爾's chief financial officer said there will be no positive cash flow this year

## Who Demanded Puma Shen's Debate Livestream Turn Off the Comments? TVBS Unhappy About Taking the Blame: Decision Made Jointly with 三立, So Why Did Shen Single Out Only TVBS

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:06:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177408
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493512-en.html
- anchor: #n3679880
- Companies mentioned: TVBS、三立

TVBS and 三立 Television are unhappy about being singled out to take the blame over Puma Shen's request to livestream the debate with the comment feed enabled, stressing that the decision was made jointly by the two media outlets and questioning why Puma Shen blamed only TVBS.

## Don't Rush to Sell When an Active ETF Trades Below Its Offer Price! Former Financial Holding Company Trader Reveals the Truth Behind "Buying Bad Stocks": It's This Rule

- Published: 2026-10-31T22:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177339
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493408-en.html
- anchor: #n3679738

Active ETFs trading at a discount have led investors to rush to cut their orders. A former financial holding company trader said this is because related rules cause people to end up buying bad stocks, and reminded investors to watch the risks.

## Chiang Wan-an vs. Puma Shen debate: who came out ahead? Hsieh Han-ping mocks: "Ocean current turns into ocean embarrassment"

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:42:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177391
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493409-en.html
- anchor: #n3679739

Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen held a televised debate on the 31st. Media figure Hsieh Han-ping and legislator Yeh Yuan-chih commented that Chiang Wan-an handled attack and defense well, while Puma Shen was criticized for vague answers or "nonsense" on urban renewal, old trees and education issues, and was mocked with the line "ocean current turns into ocean embarrassment," a clear difference in performance.

Facts:
- The Taipei mayoral candidates' televised debate was held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the 31st, with Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen facing off.
- Media figure Hsieh Han-ping commented that Chiang Wan-an both attacked and defended in the debate, and teased Puma Shen's debate performance as "ocean current turns into ocean embarrassment."
- Yeh Yuan-chih angrily criticized the "dual-teacher system" Puma Shen proposed on education as nonsense, because severe teacher shortages make it impossible to implement.
- Hsieh Han-ping questioned Puma Shen's response on the Songshan Airport height restriction issue, saying it is basic common knowledge for Taipei residents.
- Yeh Yuan-chih summed up Puma Shen's argument as lacking substance, merely slogans about feelings, collecting and resolving complaints.

## 8-year-old Zhonghe Animal Shelter dog "Doudou" crosses the Pacific to the U.S. to begin the second half of a happy life

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177270
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493410-en.html
- anchor: #n3679740

Doudou, an 8-year-old dog at the New Taipei City Zhonghe Animal Shelter, was adopted by the family of Ms. Liu after evaluation and has moved to the U.S. to start a new life. The Animal Protection Office is using the case to promote the adoption of middle-aged and senior dogs, and offers incentives for adult dog adoption to help them adjust.

Facts:
- Doudou, an 8-year-old shelter dog at the New Taipei City Zhonghe Animal Shelter, was adopted by the family of Ms. Liu and taken to the United States.
- Doudou became the best final choice because of a chance encounter during a walk in the adoption process.
- When Doudou first arrived in the U.S., it had separation anxiety and could only settle down if it saw its owner, Mr. Lee, within 30 seconds.
- The New Taipei City Animal Protection Office said the most important thing in adopting a dog is that it fits the family's lifestyle and caregiving ability.
- New Taipei City offers adopters of adult dogs from its 8 animal shelters the "New Taipei Adult Dog Adoption: 6 Gifts for the New Home."

## Will the market surely rise after the U.S. midterm elections? Has the "sweet spot" arrived now that Taiwan stocks have fallen below the half-year line? A former financial holding company trader weighs in

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177332
- anchor: #n3679266

Former financial holding company trader Wang Chao-li analyzed that after Taiwan stocks fell below the half-year line, they have not yet reached a sweet spot for buying. He pointed out that although there is a long-term upward trend after the U.S. midterm elections, it comes with correction risks, and AI industry cash flow and profits are under pressure. He advises investors to build positions in batches, while he himself has moved to cash and positioned in inverse ETFs and crude oil for defense.

Facts:
- 台股昨（30）日跌破半年線，失守4萬5大關，收在45,211.83點，下跌1,156.50點，跌幅2.49%，成交量8,777.30億元。
- If the U.S. midterm elections produce a divided-government deadlock between Democrats and Republicans, bills will face delays in passage. Combined with Middle East turmoil and high oil prices, this would increase uncertainty over Federal Reserve policy and intensify market volatility.
- Wang Chao-li currently holds almost all of his funds in cash. Apart from long-term stock holdings, he has positioned in inverse ETFs and crude oil, reflecting a cautious stance before too much negative news emerges.

## Will the AI bubble burst on this group first? Musk warns 200 new cloud companies may go under; Chen Feng-hsin reveals 2 major crises

- Published: 2026-10-31T21:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177379
- anchor: #n3679265

Musk warned that 200 new cloud computing companies face the risk of bankruptcy. Chen Feng-hsin pointed out two major crises brought on by the AI bubble bursting, and the stock market has issued a warning.

## Nearly 500 people in Fengshan hold "democracy after-party" to watch the debate! Lin Chih-hung joins the Little Water Drops in backing Puma Shen, with a 200-inch big screen sparking enthusiasm

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:37:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177401
- anchor: #n3679267

Kaohsiung's "A Group of Little Water Drops" held a debate livestream viewing event in Fengshan, where nearly 500 people watched the debate between Puma Shen and Chiang Wan-an on a 200-inch big screen. Lin Chih-hung provided the venue and urged voters to participate actively on the Nov. 28 voting day, showing the strength of deepening democracy.

Facts:
- Kaohsiung's "A Group of Little Water Drops" held mayoral debate livestream viewing events in Fengshan for two consecutive days.
- The event on the evening of the 31st drew nearly 500 people to watch the Puma Shen and Chiang Wan-an debate livestream on a 200-inch big screen.
- Kaohsiung City Councilor Lin Chih-hung provided the venue and audio-visual equipment and appeared in person to support the event.
- Quoting Kevin Tsai, Lin Chih-hung urged people to go out and vote with caution and reverence on Nov. 28, voting day.
- The event incorporated internet meme culture familiar to the younger generation, such as "three blueberries" and "milk carton" costumes.

## Appearing with Hsiao Bi-khim at the pride parade, Su Chiao-hui: Equality is not something won once and kept forever

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:35:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177400
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493244-en.html
- anchor: #n3679268

The 24th Taiwan LGBT Pride parade was held on the 31st, attended by New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui and Democratic Progressive Party public officials including Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim. Su Chiao-hui reiterated that equality must be continually safeguarded, and pledged to push policies to ensure people have real freedom of choice.

Facts:
- The 24th Taiwan LGBT Pride parade took place on the 31st, with Su Chiao-hui, Hsiao Bi-khim and others taking part.
- Su Chiao-hui believes equality is not something that, once won, exists forever.
- 7 years ago, Su Chiao-hui took part in the Legislative Yuan vote on the marriage equality bill.
- Su Chiao-hui has a podcast channel, "Otter Mom Chat with Chiao-chiao."
- Su Chiao-hui argues that the government should make room within the system for people with different needs.

## Huang Wei-cher leads delegation to Kumamoto Taiwan Festival! Tainan agricultural products and cuisine target Kyushu market, direct flights boost exchanges between the two cities

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:33:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177399
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493243-en.html
- anchor: #n3679269

Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-cher led a delegation to Kumamoto, Japan, to attend "KUMAMOTO Taiwan Festival 2026," promoting Tainan's specialty agricultural products and cuisine. The aim is to leverage the advantage of the Tainan-Kumamoto direct flight launched last December to deepen exchanges between the two cities and open up business opportunities in Japan's Kyushu market.

Facts:
- Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-cher led a city government team to Kumamoto, Japan, to attend the opening ceremony of "KUMAMOTO Taiwan Festival 2026."
- The scheduled direct flight route between Tainan and Kumamoto began operating last December.
- "KUMAMOTO Taiwan Festival 2026" is held from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3 at Hanabatake Square in Kumamoto City.
- Tainan is known for high-quality agricultural products such as mangoes, pineapples and pomelos, and is using this event to expand overseas business opportunities.
- Chen Ming-chun, director of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Fukuoka, said he will help Tainan's high-quality agricultural products and specialty cuisine expand into the Kyushu market.

## Kaohsiung sports centers go from 0 to 14, target fully met! Chen Chi-mai delivers on construction pledge; regular exercise population rises to second among the six special municipalities

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:31:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177398
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493246-en.html
- anchor: #n3679270
- Companies mentioned: 台電、中油、運動部

Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced the opening of the Siaogang Sports Center, completing the goal of building 14 sports centers. Cumulative visits have exceeded 2.15 million, and the share of the regularly exercising population has reached 38%, rising to second among the six special municipalities, showing the results of the all-people sports policy.

Facts:
- Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced the official opening of the Siaogang Sports Center, marking the full achievement of Kaohsiung's goal of building 14 sports centers.
- Cumulative visits to Kaohsiung's sports centers have exceeded 2.15 million, and the share of the regularly exercising population is about 38%.
- Kaohsiung's share of regularly exercising population ranks second among the six special municipalities.
- The Siaogang Sports Center was built at a cost of about 680 million yen, with budget support from 台電, 中油 and 運動部.
- The Siaogang Sports Center offers a public-interest session for seniors from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday through Sunday each week, during which seniors can use the swimming pool and gym for free.
- Kaohsiung's 15th sports center is expected to be completed next year.

## After-Work International Line: Is AI's next wave not chips? Chang Hsi reveals data centers' biggest pain point: whoever grabs power first wins first!

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177298
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493248-en.html
- anchor: #n3679271
- Companies mentioned: 國泰投信、風傳媒、台積電、輝達、聯發科、Nebius、Bloom Energy、台電

Former 國泰投信 chairman Chang Hsi said on a 風傳媒 program that the bottleneck of the AI industry has shifted from chips to underlying power, stressing that "grabbing power" is the current key. He warned that delays in energization will cause huge financial losses, and analyzed that although Taiwan holds layer 2 and layer 3 technologies, it faces power construction challenges such as an isolated grid and longer equipment lead times.

Facts:
- Former 國泰投信 chairman Chang Hsi said the bottleneck on the AI battlefield has shifted from chips to underlying power.
- 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang said that if power comes online one quarter late, it means a loss of 10 billion US dollars.
- The investment for a 1GW computing center is about 40 billion to 50 billion US dollars.
- 台積電's CoWoS capacity is expected to double next year.
- The 聯發科 team has been researching immersion cooling technology since 2023, and it was officially deployed this year.
- 台電 said that lead times for large gas-fired turbine units have lengthened to over 4 years.
- The government plans for demand of about 2GW from Taiwan computing centers.

## Kaohsiung Hotel Grand Hôtel's year-end party kicks off early! Chen Hung, Wu En-wen and Mana gather as two head chefs' ten signature dishes heat up year-end business

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:29:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177397
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493247-en.html
- anchor: #n3679272
- Companies mentioned: 高雄翰品酒店

高雄翰品酒店 held a year-end party warm-up event inviting celebrities to experience banquet culture, and announced its 2026 to 2027 year-end party and spring banquet packages priced at 9,800 to 15,800 yuan, aiming to capture the year-end corporate dining market.

Facts:
- Chen Hung, Wu En-wen and "I Am Mana" were invited as guests to the event.
- The hotel's two executive chefs, Chef Ah-hua and Chef Ah-long, have teamed up to design 10 Taiwanese-style signature dishes.
- The year-end party and spring banquet package runs from Nov. 1 through March 31, 2027.
- Year-end party and spring banquet package prices range from NT$9,800 to NT$15,800 across different tiers.
- Each table seats 10 guests, and the package includes unlimited juice, an electronic welcome poster and artistic table flowers.
- The contact phone number for 高雄翰品酒店 is (07) 521-3899.

## Pay and ride with one device! 全支付 joins 三星 smart wallet, integrating top-ups and point redemption, with up to 5% back on first purchase

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:28:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11177396
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493249-en.html
- anchor: #n3679273
- Companies mentioned: 全支付、三星、Samsung、PX Pay、國泰世華銀行

全支付 announced that starting Nov. 1 it will be available on Samsung Wallet, integrating payment, transit ride codes and top-up functions. The operator is offering up to 5% all-points rewards on a first purchase plus a prize draw, aiming to improve user experience and promote mobile payment services.

Facts:
- 全支付 will be available on Samsung Wallet starting Nov. 1.
- Linking 全支付 to Samsung Wallet requires updating to version 6.8.67 or later.
- The first-purchase rewards promotion runs from Nov. 1, 2026 to Jan. 31, 2027.
- First purchases earn up to 5% all-points rewards, capped at 40 all-points.
- The prize is the Galaxy Z Fold8 256GB version, for 10 winners in total.

## Fire Breaks Out in 興達電廠 Boiler Room; 高市環保局: Contractor Was Careless During Construction | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:34:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833722
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493287-en.html
- anchor: #n3679334
- Companies mentioned: 興達電廠、高市環保局、高雄市環保局

A fire broke out in the boiler room of 興達電廠 because a contractor was careless during construction. 高市環保局 will impose penalties under the Air Pollution Control Act, with a maximum fine of NT$5 million.

Facts:
- NT$5 million
- last year (2025)

## Sports Ministry Promotes "Entering the Mountains Safely" Concept; Expert Suggests Headlamps Even on 1-Day Hikes | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:32:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833723
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493286-en.html
- anchor: #n3679333
- Companies mentioned: 台灣山岳報導公司、全民署

Asian Games high jump gold medalist Fu Chao-hsuan shared his mountain experience. Experts suggest that even on a one-day hike, people should carry a headlamp in case of nightfall or itinerary delays, and promote mountain safety awareness through an immersive exhibition.

Facts:
- After 60 years
- Even if it is only 1 day
- The mountain accident this April

## Paris Halloween Immersive Experience: Visitors Tour Celebrity Graves and Hear Ghost Stories | 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:26:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833725
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493282-en.html
- anchor: #n3679331
- Companies mentioned: GuruWalk、公視新聞、PNN

During Halloween, Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris is offering guided tours that combine history with ghost legends, drawing large numbers of foreign visitors. Meanwhile, local festive gift shops are packed with crowds, and the streets are full of holiday decorations.

Facts:
- more than 200 years of history
- died in Paris at age 27
- about 95% of bookings
- a 2-hour ghost story tour

## 170,000 People Join Taiwan LGBTQ Pride Parade; Advocacy Moves From "Being Seen" to "Being Heard" | 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833730
- anchor: #n3679326
- Companies mentioned: 公視新聞 PNN、台灣彩虹公民行動協會

The 2026 Taiwan LGBTQ Pride Parade was held in Taipei, with 170,000 participants. Organizer 台灣彩虹公民行動協會 took "Listening Together, Walking Together" as its theme, urging society to move from "being seen" to "being heard." Veteran movement pioneer Chi Chia-wei attended in full, and groups such as young humanities and social science advocates translated knowledge through a market, promoting social dialogue and the implementation of gender equality education.

Facts:
- 2026 Taiwan LGBTQ Pride Parade
- starting in 2003
- 2021新冠疫情

## Chenggong Ling Camp Opens to Visitors After 9 Years; M1A2T Tank Makes First Appearance in Taichung | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833724
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493284-en.html
- anchor: #n3679332

Chenggong Ling Camp is open to visitors again after 9 years. The Army Command is holding the "All-People Defense Educational Tour," where the M1A2T tank makes its first appearance in Taichung, along with 24 items of military equipment including the HIMARS multiple rocket launcher.

Facts:
- Oct. 31
- 24 items of military equipment

## Hackers Steal Over NT$200 Billion from 幣安; Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrency Prices Plunge | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833726
- anchor: #n3679330
- Companies mentioned: 法蘭西24、幣安

Hackers stole more than US$6.3 billion (over NT$200 billion) from 幣安, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, sending bitcoin and other cryptocurrency prices sharply lower. Experts suspect a North Korean hacking group.

Facts:
- more than US$6 billion
- within just 20 minutes
- as much as US$6.3 billion
- equivalent to more than NT$200 billion
- about US$3 billion
- down about 3%
- fell below US$77,000

## Low Wages and Soaring Prices Spark Strikes and Protests; Union Members in 50 Italian Cities Take to the Streets | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833727
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493283-en.html
- anchor: #n3679329

Strikes and protests erupted in 50 Italian cities, as unions and students protested low wages, soaring prices and military spending crowding out social budgets, putting the Meloni government under pressure.

Facts:
- about 50 cities joined this wave of strikes
- about 15,000 port workers, students and other protesters
- deployed 500 army soldiers in Milan

## Polish Constitutional Tribunal President Suspended; Right-Wing Camp Accuses Prime Minister Tusk of Coup | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833728
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493281-en.html
- anchor: #n3679328

Poland's Constitutional Tribunal president has been suspended, and the right-wing camp has accused Prime Minister Tusk of staging a coup, as the power struggle between President Nawrocki and Tusk over control of the judiciary resurfaces.

Facts:
- The 31st
- The 30th

## 國衛院研究：高齡服務社工缺口 2034年恐達3成 ｜ 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833729
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493279-en.html
- anchor: #n3679327
- Companies mentioned: 國家衛生研究院、安寧照顧基金會、衛福部

國衛院研究指出，隨著高齡人口增加，高齡服務社工需求攀升但人力跟不上，預計2034年缺口將達3成。民團與衛福部討論薪資結構、證照制度及專業教育等改善方案。

Facts:
- By 2034
- 缺口恐怕達到3成
- in the next 3 years, social work will enter an era of severe labor shortage
- a single social worker may handle more than 100 cases

## 今年器捐者減少1至2成 截至10月尚有1.1萬人等待移植 ｜ 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833721
- anchor: #n3679335
- Companies mentioned: 公視新聞 PNN、器官捐贈移植登錄及病人自主推廣中心、中華民國器官捐贈協會、台北榮總

今年器官捐贈人數減少1至2成，截至10月底仍有1.1萬人等待移植，其中腎臟需求最高。受負面輿論影響，捐贈意願下降，醫師呼籲民眾簽署雙重文件以延續生命大愛。

Facts:
- still more than 11,000 people
- as many as more than 8,800 people
- more than 1,300 people for corneas
- more than 900 people for livers
- more than 300 people for hearts
- more than 100 people for lungs

## Ko Chih-en Slams Debate for Dodging Questions; Lai Jui-lung: Already Explained Fully | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:09:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833717
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493289-en.html
- anchor: #n3679336

The Kaohsiung mayoral candidates' debate ended late on the night of the 30th. KMT candidate Ko Chih-en criticized her opponent Lai Jui-lung for dodging questions at the debate about the Cloud Leopard, finances and an unsuitable support group chairman. Lai countered that he had explained fully, and admitted he frowns too much and will work to adjust his expressions in the future.

Facts:
- did not end until late on the night of the 30th
- Ko Chih-en still got up bright and early on the 31st

## Puma Shen Proposes Another Debate; Chiang Wan-an: Can Coordinate If Media Invites | PNN 公視新聞

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:07:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833716
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493290-en.html
- anchor: #n3679337
- Companies mentioned: 公視新聞、PNN、LINE

Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen each presented their plans for Taipei over the next four years in the debate, covering childcare, transportation, urban renewal and resilient city development. Shen proposed holding another debate and exchanged LINE contacts; Chiang said it could be coordinated if media extend an invitation. Both displayed gentlemanly conduct and continued canvassing the streets after the event.

Facts:
- after 4 years
- 2.4 times the past level
- compiled 11 disaster-prevention scenarios

## Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen Debate Municipal Issues; Drugged Driving, Urban Renewal and Roadside Trees Draw Clashes | PNN 公視新聞

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:04:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/833715
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4493291-en.html
- anchor: #n3679338
- Companies mentioned: 公視新聞、PNN

Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen held a municipal issues debate, with fierce exchanges over the city government meeting attendance rate, free nutritious lunches, the Dongmen Market autumn maple tree, drugged driving law amendments and drug rehabilitation policy.

Facts:
- Attendance is only 7%
- Child and youth welfare meeting attendance is only 7%
- Reoffending within 10 years

## Major Fire Incident Alert (Miaoli County)

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:34:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=NFA_Fire_20261031185223004&info=20043497
- anchor: #n3679351
- Companies mentioned: 內政部消防署

The 內政部消防署 issued a major fire alert for an apartment building on Zhongzheng Road in Miaoli City, Miaoli County, and reminded the public to avoid the warning area and not to gather to watch.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-10-31T19:34:08
- Expiration time: 2026-11-01T19:34:00

## Water Outage (Hualien County)

- Published: 2026-10-31T20:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610311910&info=20043496
- anchor: #n3679353
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

A water pipe was broken during a house demolition on Zhonghua Road in Hualien City, causing a leak. 台灣自來水公司 carried out emergency repairs, and water was cut off in multiple villages in Hualien County.

Facts:
- No. 331-2, Zhonghua Road
- Effective time: 2026-10-31T19:04:37
- Expiration time: 2026-11-01T16:00:00