“How far can our company go with AI?”—AI Growth Potential Assessment now available to mid-sized and small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. Reviews actual work and visualizes current workflows and what they could look like with full use of AI in a Before/After comparison
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株式会社Next Operation has launched its “AI Growth Potential Assessment” for mid-sized and small and medium-sized businesses nationwide, visualizing actual workflows and what they could look like with full use of AI in a Before/After comparison. The assessment costs from 100,000 yen and is limited to the first 5 companies each month. A 30-second self-assessment involving 6 questions is also available on the website.
Facts
Assessment fees start at 100,000 yen
Limited to the first 5 companies each month
The share of companies experiencing a shortage of full-time employees has reached 51.3%
There were 227 “bankruptcies due to labor shortages” in the first half of 2026
39.1% of small and medium-sized enterprises have already undertaken DX initiatives or are considering doing so
21.3% of companies with 20 or fewer employees
“There is a shortage of personnel with IT expertise” (28.3%)
【100% student satisfaction】The 2nd edition of “LINK U Meetup,” a reverse job-matching event featuring casual attire and exhibition booths, will be held on Dec. 12 (Sat)! Recruitment opens for a limited 12 companies in Niigata Prefecture, with free trial slots available
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株式会社be U has opened recruitment for companies to participate in the 2nd LINK U Meetup, a reverse job-matching event to be held on Dec. 12 at 新潟日報メディアシップ. Following the 100% satisfaction rate at the first event, free trial slots are being offered to a limited 12 companies in Niigata Prefecture.
Why choose Atami as a setting for corporate training? The new value of “learning locally,” seen through practical examples from businesses
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株式会社コンシャスマネジメント is sharing insights into the use of Atami for business, including corporate training and off-site meetings, through its web media outlet 熱海経済新聞. As part of “熱海 for Biz,” a collaboration involving 一般財団法人熱海観光局 and 株式会社JTB, among others, it featured a business creation training case study for 株式会社日立アカデミー, planned by 株式会社Gensen & Co.
Amazon preorders top 1,750 copies before release; wins 3 awards. Doctor Yuko Nakajima’s new book, “The True Nature of Influence,” reveals “47 ways to move people”
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The new book “The True Nature of Influence” by Dr. Yuko Nakajima, head of 株式会社パイオニアwoman, topped 1,750 Amazon preorders before its release and took first place in 3 categories. Drawing on research in psychology, behavioral economics and neuroscience, the book systematizes “47 ways to move people.” The author plans to launch the “School of Influence.”
CoLab’s development technology begins operating on トヨタ自動車株式会社’s mass-production line
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株式会社CoLab announced that its proprietary technology and equipment were introduced on トヨタ自動車株式会社’s mass-production line beginning in May 2026 and are now operating stably.
Moving sustainability from “disclosure” to “management decisions.” Limited release of the beta version of AI platform “VerityBase”
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サスティナシード株式会社 has released a closed beta version of “VerityBase,” an AI platform that supports corporate decision-making, and is seeking companies to participate in paid proof-of-concept projects.
Facts
Information on more than 3,800 technology and solution providers
TiE50 2026 Top Startup Winner
Established: June 2021
Companies mentioned：サスティナシード株式会社、TiE50、AlchemistX、X-Hub Tokyo、4YFN、J-STAR X Startup Grind AI GTM Supportプログラム
Study examines AI responses on men’s casual fashion: Across 20 questions on “preferences and impressions of outfits,” UNITED ARROWS led with a 34.2% mention rate, while FREAK'S STORE topped the official website citation rate at 11.1%
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株式会社プレティアジャパン announced the results of a study analyzing generative AI responses about men’s casual fashion. UNITED ARROWS led in mention rate, while FREAK'S STORE led in official website citation rate.
Facts
Mention rate: 34.2%
Official website citation rate: 11.1%
Mention rate: 36.4%
Official website citation rate: 6.6%
3,737 valid responses
All 80 questions
Companies mentioned：株式会社プレティアジャパン、UNITED ARROWS、FREAK'S STORE、BEAMS、SHIPS、URBAN RESEARCH、NANO universe、GLOBAL WORK、JOURNAL STANDARD、TOMORROWLAND、CIAOPANIC TYPY、ChatGPT、Gemini、Google AI Mode、Google AI Overview、株式会社プレティア
Creating new demand for potted chrysanthemums: デュメンオレンジ proposes “table mums”
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Global floriculture breeder デュメンオレンジ exhibited at JFI Trade Fair 2026 Winter, proposing new ways to create demand for potted chrysanthemums, particularly “table mums,” and enjoy them as interior decor.
Kimono textile art ikasu unveils 7 new works by Lena Okamoto. Antique kimono is transformed into contemporary art, with themes of cherry blossoms under the moon and kintsugi.
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Kimono art brand “ikasu,” operated by bonobo LLC, has unveiled 7 new works by textile artist Lena Okamoto on its official online store. The works revive antique kimono as contemporary art, with themes including cherry blossoms under the moon and kintsugi.
【9th [Nagoya] Smart Factory EXPO】AI electronic forms “ミライのゲンバ” to exhibit at Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center)! Showcasing the latest next-generation DX that uses AI to digitize familiar paper forms as they are
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株式会社ミライのゲンバ will exhibit at the 9th [Nagoya] Smart Factory EXPO, to be held at Aichi Sky Expo from Nov. 25 to 27, 2026, and present a DX solution powered by its AI electronic forms product, “ミライのゲンバ帳票.”
【Stage greetings announced】Film “Hana’s Santa: A Miracle Gift” to hold events on Nov. 16 and 17! A star-studded lineup, including soccer legend Yasuhiko Okudera, Peter Aerts, Osman Sankhon, Mitsuki Kitayama and Nobushige Fukuchi, son of Sho Aikawa, will appear on both days!
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Stage greetings for the film “Hana’s Santa: A Miracle Gift” will be held on Nov. 16 and 17, with a star-studded cast including Yasuhiko Okudera, Peter Aerts and Osman Sankhon. A rerelease has also been confirmed for December.
Facts
A 9-year-old girl
Was told she had 1 year to live after being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer
Won K-1 3 times
Osman Sankhon, 77
More than 300 guests gathered at the venue to celebrate
【NEW OPEN in Urawa-Misono】“Her Art Urawa-Misono,” a fully one-on-one machine Pilates studio, opens｜A new brand from the group company of パーソナルジムWAPLE
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Her Art合同会社, a group company of Brilliant Fitness合同会社, plans to open “Her Art Urawa-Misono,” a women-only machine Pilates studio near Urawa-Misono Station on the Saitama Railway, sometime in 2026. Its features include fully one-on-one lessons and the provision of ReFa beauty products.
In Shibuya, where plans for new hotels continue, a 30-year-old hotel has been revitalized without being rebuilt. Reimagined to meet today’s needs, the building opens itself to the city.
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株式会社BARE NOTE STUDIO renovated a 30-year-old hotel in Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, and reopened it as “illi Hotels Mel Shibuya” in November 2026. The property was revitalized as an 11-room hotel under an arrangement in which the owner retains ownership of the building and outsources its operations.
November 11 is Noodle Day! “It’s a Noodle World,” narrated by the 2 members of ますだおかだ, will air all at once on satonoka!
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日本デジタル配信株式会社 announced that its original program “It’s a Noodle World,” narrated by ますだおかだ, will air all at once on the regional information channel satonoka 4K/TV to mark Noodle Day on November 11.
Facts
The noodle dishes from across Japan featured so far have surpassed 20
A 15-minute program
Number of households able to watch: 3.78 million households
ベネリックデジタルエンターテインメント株式会社 released the beta version of “Tokimia,” an 推し活 app that lets users decorate virtual rooms with photos of their merchandise, for iOS and Android on November 9, 2026. The app uses patented technology, and a PC version is also scheduled to launch in late November of the same year.
“JB Book Channel,” a business bookstore in the palm of your hand, is now open! Discover trending business and general-interest books through “sneak peeks,” “author interviews” and more
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株式会社日本ビジネスプレス launched “JB Book Channel,” a book-focused media platform jointly operated by JBpress and others, on October 8, 2026. It features trending business and general-interest books through “sneak peeks” and “author interviews,” and is available to users who register for a free account.
MIL株式会社 will speak at the online conference “A Map of New Graduate Recruitment,” hosted by 株式会社ワンキャリア, on November 10 and 11, 2026. MIL will present on the theme “53% of students take action while HR is asleep.” HRクラウド株式会社 and 株式会社ワンキャリア will also speak at the event.
“Latte Base” featuring a 横浜DeNAベイスターズ design goes on sale Friday, November 13. An Instagram photo-posting campaign invites users to “shoot through” a DB.スターマン charm
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株式会社GRACE will release a limited-quantity Latte Base featuring a 横浜DeNAベイスターズ design. The UNI COFFEE ROASTERY BON BON store will also offer a gift to the first customers and run an Instagram campaign.
ショート動画屋さん to release on-site requirements sheet for performance-based social media video ads targeting cleaning and serving robots
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ショート動画屋さん, operated by 株式会社美手紙, will publish an on-site requirements sheet for social media video ads targeting cleaning and serving robots on November 10, 2026.
In the October 2026 startup fundraising ranking published by フォースタートアップス, Terra Charge ranked 1st with ¥10 billion, ナレッジワーク ranked 2nd with ¥4.8 billion, and TAIMATSU ranked 3rd with ¥4 billion.
Facts
Raised ¥10 billion
Raised ¥4.8 billion
Raised ¥4 billion
Cumulative installations have exceeded 35,000 outlets
[April 2028 enrollment] Fall admissions preparation curriculum for domestic MBA programs launched!
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アガルートアカデミー, operated by 株式会社アガルート, has launched a fall admissions preparation curriculum for domestic MBA programs for students enrolling in April 2028. The company has more than 20 years of teaching experience dating back to 2003, and produced 159 successful applicants in the 2025 academic year.
Facts
159 successful applicants in the 2025 academic year
More than 20 years of teaching experience since 2003
More than 1,000 successful applicants in total
More than 80 successful applicants from past アガルート courses
[2027 (Reiwa 9 fiscal year) exam target] Condominium Manager Exam Intermediate/Advanced Curriculum (Full/Light) / Dual-Pass Intermediate/Advanced Curriculum (Full/Light) Now Available
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株式会社アガルート has released an intermediate/advanced curriculum for the 2027 (Reiwa 9 fiscal year) Condominium Manager Exam, as well as an intermediate/advanced dual-pass curriculum.
Facts
[Targeting success in 2027 (Reiwa 9 academic year)]
株式会社アガルート has released introductory curricula for the 2027 (Reiwa 9 fiscal year) Property Management Operations Manager Exam and for passing both exams.
株式会社アガルート has released an intermediate/advanced curriculum for the 2027 (Reiwa 9 fiscal year) Property Management Operations Manager Exam, as well as an intermediate/advanced dual-pass curriculum.
Facts
[Targeting success in 2027 (Reiwa 9 academic year)]
[鶏笑] Fried Chicken Specialty Shop 鶏笑（とりしょう） Minami-Urawa Store to Open on Monday, November 10! Special Promotions Also Running!
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株式会社NIS of the SRS Group will open a Minami-Urawa location of the fried chicken specialty shop 鶏笑 in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, on November 10, 2026. To mark the opening, it will offer limited-edition products and coupon promotions.
Soon-to-debut KEY TO LIT graces the cover of ViVi's 2/3 issue! A special insert, “A Bond Pinup with Messages from Every Pair,” is included.
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KEY TO LIT graces the cover of ViVi's 2/3 issue, which features a special article commemorating their CD debut and the special insert “A Bond Pinup with Messages from Every Pair.”
[Recruiting 10 new NPO support workers] Launch of the “NPO Support Talent Discovery and Development Program” to expand work supporting NPOs and create new connections and practical opportunities
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特定非営利活動法人NPOサポートセンター has launched the “NPO Support Talent Discovery and Development Program” to broaden the pool of professionals supporting NPOs, and is recruiting 10 new support workers.
Facts
10 new support workers
In 2026, we conducted a survey and interviews with 11 people who provide paid support to NPOs
Originalプログラム期間中、1人あたり1～2回程度の実践機会への参加をめざしています
Since its founding in 1980
We have supported a wide range of initiatives in both countries through more than $100 million in grants
We operate the U.S.-Japan Leadership Program (USJLP), a network connecting more than 500 leaders from both countries
Scene’s “3D Docs” enhanced with AI. AI learns from past assembly sequences to create assembly animations incorporating your company’s assembly expertise
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Scene株式会社 has launched a new feature for “3D Docs,” which creates 3D work instructions with assembly animations from 3D CAD, that uses AI to learn from past M-BOMs. This enables the generation of efficient assembly sequences that incorporate company-specific assembly expertise and the knowledge of experienced workers.
New product: A president whose love for Shiba Inu knows no bounds has brought “Tail Waggle” to market and started wholesale sales! Sized to fit in a 75mm capsule, it is perfect as a capsule toy
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株式会社フェイス has started wholesale sales of “Tail Waggle,” a Shiba Inu-themed plush key chain. Designed for 75mm capsules, the first production lot is limited to 10,000 units, with all 5 types (3 Shiba Inu varieties and 2 black Shiba varieties) included at random.
小沼翔大 appointed Executive Officer, VP of Operation at 株式会社日本XRセンター
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株式会社日本XRセンター announced that 小沼翔大 was appointed Executive Officer, VP of Operation, effective October 9, 2026. He will oversee the corporate and finance areas and work to strengthen the management foundation and optimize business processes.
Facts
Effective October 9, 2026
After graduating from Waseda University's School of Commerce in 2015
ディーモ relaunches its back-office process improvement media as “Kurateku”
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株式会社ディーモ has completely revamped its back-office process improvement media, “Progress Guide,” and relaunched it as “Kurateku.” The new media outlet is built around the concept of “administration × IT” and shares know-how on streamlining administrative tasks through technology.
[Subtraction Design] 株式会社Astrea enters business partnership with Shama Hyder, a U.S. keynote speaker and author in the AI field
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株式会社Astrea has entered a business partnership with Shama Hyder, a U.S. keynote speaker and author in the AI field, and published her articles in Japanese.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Work that used to be done by 10 people
Can now be done by 1 person
Founded with $1,500
Built over 17 years
Delivered more than 500 keynote speeches in 26 countries
More than 100,000 copies in total
Companies mentioned：株式会社Astrea、Subtraction Design、Zen Media、Unicorn Valley Japan Inc.
HBLAB JAPAN holds an opening ceremony at its new Tokyo office
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On Nov. 6, 2026, HBLAB JAPAN held an opening ceremony at its new office in Shibadaimon, Minato Ward, Tokyo, and signed a strategic partnership with ナカシャクリエイテブ株式会社.
invox launches “AI Application Check,” which automatically checks submissions against internal rules using AI
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株式会社invox has launched “AI Application Check,” a new feature that uses AI to automatically check submissions against internal rules. It uses a large language model (LLM), allows rules to be set in natural language, and is available at no additional charge. The company also plans to offer an “AI Automatic Approval” feature in the future.
Sojitz Tech-Innovation publishes case study on implementing domestic ERP “GRANDIT” across 3 divisions handling Marubeni machinery products
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Sojitz Tech-Innovation has published a case study on implementing the domestic ERP “GRANDIT” at 3 machinery-related divisions of Marubeni and its group companies.
“Hana’s Santa,” directed by Hideo Kawabata, opens on 11/13. Cast members including Nobunari Fukuchi, Reona Yamazaki and Yuto Igarashi will attend stage greetings on the 14th and 15th! A Christmas film of tears and emotion, in which wounded people regain their spirits.
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“Hana’s Santa,” directed by Hideo Kawabata, opens on Nov. 13, with cast members including Nobunari Fukuchi appearing at stage greetings on the 14th and 15th. 感謝株式会社 participated in producing the film, which will be screened at Yokohama Cinema Jack & Betty.
Domestic ERP “GRANDIT” implemented at 3 divisions handling machinery products for 丸紅株式会社
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インフォコム株式会社 has implemented the domestic ERP “GRANDIT” at 3 machinery-related divisions of 丸紅株式会社 and its group companies. Marubeni is promoting a company-wide rollout in response to the 2027 SAP problem and the aging of its existing systems, with Sojitz Tech-Innovation providing implementation support as the systems integrator.
アンドドット expands its resident FDE service into cybersecurity and launches new service “FDE for Security”
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アンドドット株式会社 has expanded its resident FDE service into cybersecurity and launched the new service “FDE for Security.” The service is characterized by having the same engineer handle everything from vulnerability assessments and implementation of countermeasures to establishing ongoing operations.
5 commercial radio stations in Tokyo to jointly build a “next-generation broadcasting system” across AM and FM
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The 5 commercial radio stations in Tokyo (TOKYO FM, TBSラジオ, 文化放送, ニッポン放送 and J-WAVE) have decided to jointly study the development of a shared “next-generation broadcasting system” spanning AM and FM. They aim to cut costs and improve operational efficiency by consolidating equipment through software-based and IP-based systems, with the first phase of the transition targeted for fiscal 2028.
The December issue of “文藝春秋” goes on sale: “Ban AI Use by Young People Completely”; “7 Rules for Protecting Yourself from Personal Information Leaks”; “The Mother and Daughter Father Doesn’t Know”; “Destiny: Hideki Matsui and Shigeo Nagashima”; “Ryū Murakami: Love and Illusion”; “The Latest in Dementia Care”
Explainer》Did newspapers in Taiwan once need government approval to publish? The “three restrictions and one ban” controlled the press for decades—here's why
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article looks back at the “three restrictions and one ban” press policy imposed during Taiwan's martial law era and its impact on press freedom. The policy strictly constrained the development of the newspaper industry until the ban was lifted in 1988, leading to a sharp increase in the number of newspapers and reshaping market competition.
Facts
During Taiwan's martial law era, the “three restrictions and one ban” policy limited permits, circulation and printing, and prohibited publication.
Under the press restrictions, the number of newspapers across Taiwan remained at 31 for a long period.
During the period of press restrictions, newspapers were eventually limited to three broadsheet sheets per day, equivalent to 12 pages.
Taiwan officially lifted the press restrictions on 1988年1月1日.
Within a year of the restrictions being lifted, the number of newspapers in Taiwan rose from 31 to 126.
Journalist Cheng She-wo questioned the government in the Legislative Yuan in 1955 about why registration was not allowed for newly established newspapers and magazines.
Companies mentioned：中國時報、聯合報、世界日報、立報、文星、台灣立報、風生活、Taipei Times
Gongsun Ce column: Trump won’t be Zhou Chu but Huan Wen—if he can’t leave a good name for posterity, why not be infamous for generations?
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In his column, Gongsun Ce draws parallels between past and present, using the history of Huan Wen of the Eastern Jin, who tried and failed to seize the throne after a failed northern campaign, as a metaphor for U.S. President Donald Trump’s political predicament after a major midterm election defeat.
Facts
Huan Wen of the Eastern Jin launched 3 northern campaigns. The first 2 achieved notable success, while the third ended in a major defeat.
After his major defeat, Huan Wen said, “Even if I cannot leave a good name for posterity, can I not be infamous for generations?” and began pressuring the emperor.
Wang Meng saw that Huan Wen’s real aim was the Jiangzuo region, not recovering lost territory, and therefore declined his invitation when Huan Wen withdrew south.
After Trump successfully captured Maduro in a raid on Venezuela, if he were to carry out a super decapitation strike against Iran, he would control the world’s largest oil reserves.
The major midterm election defeat made clear that Trump cannot do as he pleases; the U.S. constitutional system is not something he can shake.
Chang Jui-hsiung’s view: Trump’s crushing defeat—how much longer will the Republican Party go down with him?
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The Democrats scored a major victory in the U.S. midterm elections, while the Republicans suffered a crushing defeat. Author Chang Jui-hsiung says Trump’s policies have fueled voter discontent, divisions have emerged in the MAGA camp, and the Republican Party faces a crucial choice over whether to distance itself from Trump and rebuild its political credibility.
Facts
The Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections and won seats in multiple states long controlled by Republicans.
In the Texas Senate election, the Democratic candidate defeated the incumbent attorney general, who had Trump’s support.
Post-election surveys showed that most voters blamed Trump’s policies for the cost-of-living problem.
Doubts about Trump’s leadership and calls for a change of leader have emerged within the MAGA camp.
Vice President Vance’s political prospects have been shaken. He may inherit the succession path, but may not inherit Trump’s personal charisma.
Wang Hui-po’s view: Is democracy and freedom really so noble?
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Wang Hui-po published an article criticizing Taiwan’s political situation, saying the judiciary has become a tool and the media have been targeted, and calling on voters to exercise direct democratic rights and build a centrist force to stabilize Taiwan.
Facts
The author says the Republicans suffered a major defeat in the U.S. midterm elections because voters turned their backs on Trump.
The author says Taiwan’s color revolution has ushered in a situation marked by 10 years of entrenched hatred, divided families and moral decline.
The author describes an AI-generated image in which the scales represent the judiciary, but says the judiciary has become a tool for public authorities to settle scores with ordinary people and crack down on the media.
The author argues that only a robust centrist force can correct bad politics and stop unscrupulous political parties from destroying Taiwan through cognitive warfare.
Wu Rong-chen’s view: Turning a mayoral election into a cult of personality tests voters’ wisdom
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Wu Rong-chen wrote an article criticizing senior figures in the pan-green camp for deifying Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang, accusing them of turning the election into an ideological showdown and ignoring a substantive assessment of his ability to govern the city.
Facts
Tsao Hsing-cheng publicly praised Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang for having the spirit of a bodhisattva and described the election as a showdown between a bodhisattva and evil spirits.
Democratic Progressive Party Secretary-General Hsu Kuo-yung said on November 3 that he saw the ideas of Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of the Republic of China, in Shen Po-yang.
The article’s author says senior figures in the pan-green camp have begun to bestow the aura of a “great bodhisattva” and “Sun Yat-sen” on Shen Po-yang before he has even been elected.
The author questions whether the title of bodhisattva or the aura of the founding father alone can solve Taipei’s municipal problems, including traffic, urban renewal and social housing.
The author stresses that residents need a manager entrusted with the city’s public affairs who can be held accountable and administer the law.
Explainer: Can you still make up National Pension arrears after leaving them unpaid too long? Bureau of Labor Insurance reveals “10-year limit”—missing it could mean lower payments for life
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The Bureau of Labor Insurance says National Pension premiums that have been unpaid for more than 10 years generally cannot be paid retroactively, affecting the accumulation of insured years and eligibility for the Type A pension. Estimates show that overdue arrears could reduce monthly retirement benefits by several thousand dollars. The bureau advises people to check their records and arrange payment or installments as soon as possible.
Facts
National Pension premiums and interest not paid by the prescribed deadline generally cannot be paid retroactively for any portion that is more than 10 years overdue.
If some unpaid premiums exceed the retroactive payment deadline, reducing eligible insured years and making a more favorable pension calculation method unavailable, the monthly pension difference could exceed NT$3,000.
The National Pension Type A formula is the monthly insured amount multiplied by National Pension insured years, multiplied by 0.65%, plus NT$4,049.
The National Pension Type B formula is the monthly insured amount multiplied by National Pension insured years, multiplied by 1.3%.
Starting October 1, 2026, interest on monthly insurance premiums of NT$100 or less will be waived.
If a person has unpaid premiums between the ages of 64 and 65 and pays them only after the deadline stated in a payment notice, the old-age pension for the first 3 months must be calculated using Type B.
Liu Chin-tsai’s view: A shift in credit for achievements or a political reversal? Could Kaohsiung’s mayoral election bring another change of power?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election pits KMT candidate Ko Chih-en against DPP candidate Lai Jui-lung, with polls showing a close race. The pan-green camp has an advantage based on Chen Chi-mai’s governing record, while the pan-blue camp is seeking support from centrist voters in hopes of turning the tables.
Facts
The 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election is a contest between KMT candidate Ko Chih-en and DPP candidate Lai Jui-lung.
A United Daily News poll on November 2 showed Lai Jui-lung with 40% support and Ko Chih-en with 33%.
An ETtoday Poll Cloud survey on October 30 showed Lai Jui-lung at 43.2% and Ko Chih-en at 43.1%.
In 2018, Han Kuo-yu defeated Chen Chi-mai with 53.87% of the vote, bringing about a political shift.
60% of Taiwan People’s Party supporters tend to support Ko Chih-en.
Among undecided or independent voters, 25% support Ko and 22% support Lai, while 53% have yet to decide.
In 2022, Chen Chi-mai defeated Ko Chih-en, 58.10% to 40.16%.
Opinion: Who is to blame when National Pension benefits fall short of NT$5,000?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The deputy executive director of the Taiwan People’s Party Policy Council published an op-ed rejecting President Lai Ching-te’s claim that opposition parties blocked the distribution of NT$5,000 in National Pension benefits, calling it state-level disinformation. The article details the history of pension adjustments and the progress of 2026 amendments, questions whether a DPP committee convener failed to schedule the bill for review because of a run for office, and criticizes Premier Cho Jung-tai for repeatedly using the tactic of withholding countersignatures to oppose the legislature.
Facts
Since the National Pension system began in 2008, old-age benefits have been adjusted multiple times and have stood at NT$4,049 per month since 2024.
On January 22, 2026, the Executive Yuan approved raising National Pension old-age benefits from NT$4,049 to NT$5,000, but legislation is required to make the change.
The conveners of the Social Welfare and Environmental Hygiene Committee in the first session of the first half of 2026 were KMT legislator Lu Hsien-yi and DPP legislator Lin Yueh-chin. Lin Yueh-chin was nominated on June 17 as a candidate for Miaoli City mayor.
During Premier Cho Jung-tai’s tenure, he repeatedly opposed multiple laws passed by the Legislative Yuan by withholding countersignatures, leaving the government unable to administer them in accordance with the law after their passage.
Explainer: Farmers’ allowance raised to NT$15,000! Can retirees with rental or interest income still receive it? The NT$600,000 income cap revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Farmers’ Allowance Act on third reading on November 6, 2026, raising the monthly allowance to NT$15,000 and increasing the income cap for non-agricultural income from NT$500,000 to NT$600,000 to extend benefits to more farmers.
Facts
The annual income cap for non-agricultural income under the Farmers’ Allowance has been raised from NT$500,000 to NT$600,000, while the property value cap for land and housing has increased from NT$5 million to NT$10.25 million.
The income eligibility review counts the total income from all categories reported for an individual’s consolidated income tax, including non-agricultural income such as wages, interest, dividends, rent and income from property transactions.
If there is no proof of actual expenses for rental income from a property, 43% of the rent may be claimed as necessary expenses, with the remaining 57% treated as rental income.
Article 4 of the Farmers’ Allowance amendments takes effect retroactively from July 1, 2026, but the timing of actual back payments and the funding remain to be confirmed.
Wu Ling-hsiang's Viewpoint: Who Was Lin Zexu? Who Was K.T. Li?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Author Wu Ling-hsiang reflects on gaps in Taiwan's education and historical awareness through examples including students who do not know who Lin Zexu was, young people who cannot distinguish between Chiang Kai-shek and his son, and semiconductor engineers who do not know K.T. Li. The article highlights Li's foundational contributions to Taiwan's economy and technology industry, and calls on the public to recognize and be grateful for the efforts of these historical figures.
Facts
A student at a national university did not know who Lin Zexu was and even thought he was a classmate.
Taiwan's electronics components industry and computer, electronics and optical products industries together account for 50% of manufacturing output value.
K.T. Li became economics minister in 1965 and established the Kaohsiung Export Processing Zone.
K.T. Li made repeated personal appeals to invite Morris Chang to Taiwan to head 工研院.
K.T. Li declined to accept technology shares and shares gifted by companies, and lived in government housing throughout his life.
Chu Shu-chuan's Column: How to Dispel the Myths About Fish-Bowing—The Ministry of Agriculture Must Take More Proactive Action
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Animal Social Research Association has made progress in its campaign to ban the traditional-market practice of fish-bowing, with the Fisheries Agency asking 13 wholesale markets to incorporate the ban into their regulations. The author criticizes the government for its past passivity on animal welfare, saying that issuing notices is not enough and that it must actively conduct inspections and provide guidance on transitioning to other practices.
Facts
The Fisheries Agency issued a notice asking 13 wholesale markets to include a ban on fish-bowing in their market management regulations.
The fish-bowing practice causes large amounts of lactic acid to be released inside the fish, lowering the quality of the meat.
Agriculture Ministry Deputy Minister Tu Wen-chen once promised to eliminate fish-bowing in Taiwan within 2 years, but did not deliver.
Scottish fish veterinarian Dr. Tony Wall said the fish-bowing posture is unnatural and increases the risk of bacterial infection.
Opinion: After Trump's Election Loss—America's Political Problems May Extend Beyond the White House
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Republicans suffered a crushing defeat in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, and Democrats regained control of Congress. Voters were dissatisfied with the cost of living and trust in government. The shift in party control of the Texas governorship reflects conflicts between industrial development and local interests, highlighting gaps in policy implementation.
Facts
In the U.S. midterm elections on Nov. 3, 2026, Republicans suffered a major setback and Democrats regained control of both the Senate and the House.
As of the morning of Nov. 4, in about 2,200 counties where counting was complete, Republicans' vote share was lower than Trump's 2024 performance in 99% of areas, declining by an average of about 8 percentage points.
The U.S. economy's preliminary annualized real GDP growth rate for the third quarter reached 3.4%, but price pressures are still troubling many households.
Post-election surveys showed that about two-thirds of respondents believe Trump's policies have worsened the economy, while more than half said government corruption was an extremely important issue in their vote.
Democratic candidate Gina Hinojosa defeated Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, ending more than three decades of Republican rule in the Texas governor's office.
On June 10, Abbott called on data centers to fully cover the cost of the power infrastructure they need, rather than passing it on to ordinary residents.
Watchdog groups Public Citizen and FracTracker found that some data center projects were still moving through the approval process. The state environmental quality commission subsequently suspended at least 17 already-issued stormwater discharge permits.
Opinion: The EU Has Established an AI Legal Framework; Taiwan Cannot Rely on a Basic Act Alone to Govern Artificial Intelligence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A public health scholar writes that Taiwan's Artificial Intelligence Basic Act is only broad in principle, and recommends adopting a dedicated AI law with enforceable provisions based on the EU model, as well as a three-tier governance framework to improve risk management and clarify accountability.
Facts
Taiwan promulgated the Artificial Intelligence Basic Act in 2026, establishing that AI development should adhere to principles including human autonomy, privacy protection, data governance, cybersecurity, safety, transparency, fairness and accountability.
The EU passed the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) in 2024, adopting different levels of oversight based on the risks AI systems may pose and turning abstract ethical principles into enforceable legal obligations.
The United States does not rely on a single comprehensive federal law identical to the EU AI Act as its sole core framework; instead, it addresses AI issues in different fields through existing laws and decentralized regulation.
Article 16 of the Artificial Intelligence Basic Act concerns AI risk classification and tiered management, while Article 17 concerns liability, remedies, compensation or insurance mechanisms for high-risk AI.
The author recommends that Taiwan adopt a three-tier framework of a basic act, a dedicated AI law and industry-specific rules. The second tier would be an enforceable Artificial Intelligence Risk Management and Liability Act.
Future legislation should tailor obligations according to the level of risk, company size and actual capacity for control, rather than imposing stricter regulations across the board.
Opinion: “Sharing the AI Dividend”—How Can Workers' Rights Be Protected?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
About 2,000 workers protested on Ketagalan Boulevard in Taipei on Oct. 19, demanding wage increases and a higher labor pension contribution rate. The author criticizes the government's “AI dividend” slogan as disconnected from the reality of low wages and inadequate retirement security for most workers, and calls on it to address distributive justice.
Facts
About 2,000 workers gathered to protest on Ketagalan Boulevard in Taipei on the afternoon of Oct. 19.
Workers in Taiwan's core semiconductor industries account for only 2.8% of the total employed population.
In the first 8 months of this year, the average monthly regular salary for all employees was NT$49,110.
Original今年上半年低於平均薪資的受僱員工比率首度超過7成。
In 2024, workers received an average of only about NT$6,300 per month under the new labor pension system after retirement.
The current employer contribution rate under the new labor pension system is only 6%.
Many Things Happened on That Hazy Morning, as Usual: An Excerpt from Juan Ching-yueh's Novel The Anonymity of Love (2)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This is an excerpt from Juan Ching-yueh's novel The Anonymity of Love. As the narrator moves through a dim home and its basement, they recall intense entanglements and conversations with a former lover about an affinity for darkness, the fluidity of love and the inevitability of fate.
Facts
As the narrator leaves the house, they feel there is a strange groove between them and other people—narrow, but difficult to cross.
The narrator's former lover once asked why they always went toward dark places instead of bright ones.
The house where the narrator lives has strangely few openings, and light struggles to enter. The former lover calls it “the house of eternal night.”
Precious Metals After the Close: Oil's Sharp Drop Eases Inflation Concerns; Gold Rises 1%, Silver Finds Support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Gold rose more than 1% on Monday to $4,107.01, benefiting from a weaker dollar and falling oil prices that eased inflation concerns. 中國人民銀行 added 25.8 metric tons of gold in October, its largest monthly purchase in 3 years. Markets are watching upcoming CPI and PPI data to assess the direction of 聯準會 interest rate policy.
Facts
Spot gold rose 1% on Monday to $4,107.01 an ounce.
U.S. gold futures for December settled 1% higher at $4,114.50 an ounce.
中國人民銀行 added about 25.8 metric tons of gold in October, its largest monthly purchase in 3 years.
Spot silver rose 1.8% to $52.78 an ounce.
Spot platinum rose 1.8% to $1,561.00 an ounce.
Traders put the probability of a Fed rate hike in December at 82.2%.
New York Currency Markets: Trump Holds Off on Military Action Against Iran; Dollar Weakens as Euro, Australian and New Zealand Dollars Surge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The dollar fell on Monday while the euro and yen rose, as Trump's remarks about holding off on military action against Iran eased geopolitical tensions and prompted a return to riskier assets. Brent crude plunged, and U.S. stocks rebounded, led by the Nasdaq.
Facts
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) fell 0.47% on Monday to 101.75.
The euro was last up 0.64% against the dollar at $1.1213.
Brent crude futures fell nearly 6%, settling at $92.57 a barrel.
The New Zealand dollar surged 1.54% to $0.56301.
The yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury rose 1.07 basis points to 4.87%.
Trump: Huang Says He Didn't Know She Was a Spy! FBI Investigates as Nvidia Board Launches Independent Probe
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Chinese national Alice Huang has raised suspicions of espionage, prompting an FBI investigation and an independent probe by Nvidia's board. Trump said he believed Jensen Huang had been unaware, but the stock fell to a 7-month low, and Congress also demanded an explanation.
Facts
Trump said he had personally asked Jensen Huang whether he knew Alice Huang was a spy, and Huang replied that he had no idea.
Alice Huang previously served as a senior executive at Singapore data center operator Megaspeed International.
Companies mentioned：輝達 (NVIDIA)、Megaspeed International
輝達 falls more than 4% against the trend, the only 費半 stock to tumble; Jensen Huang's future sparks Wall Street debate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
輝達 shares fell amid an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang's alleged involvement in a foreign intelligence operation, as Wall Street opinions diverged on whether he should stay. Market focus shifted to the upcoming earnings report and export-control compliance risks.
Facts
輝達's board announced an independent investigation to determine whether Jensen Huang had ever been targeted in a foreign intelligence operation.
輝達 shares fell 4.27% on Monday to $178.67, making it the only 費半 component to close lower.
The investigation followed media reports that Jensen Huang had close ties to Chinese businesswoman Huang Le, whom the U.S. considers an intelligence officer with China's Ministry of State Security.
輝達 is expected to announce its fiscal 2027 third-quarter results after the market closes on Nov. 17 U.S. Eastern Time.
花旗 analysts estimate that H200 sales to China account for less than 1% of 輝達's data center business revenue.
〈Energy After Hours〉Trump says another attack on Iran is unlikely; Brent falls more than $7 after hours to its lowest since late August
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Signals from Trump that military action against Iran is unlikely sent international oil prices sharply lower on Monday, with Brent crude falling more than $7 after hours to its lowest level since late August. Although Middle East supply risks remain, including an attack on Saudi facilities, bets on progress in U.S.-Iran talks and a global supply glut weighed on oil prices.
Facts
Brent crude's after-hours decline widened to more than $7 per barrel, hitting its lowest level since late August.
In a phone interview with CNN on Sunday, Trump said he was extremely unlikely to order a new round of attacks on Iran as long as negotiations to end the conflict continued to make progress.
A fire broke out briefly in the Medina region after an attack on Saudi Arabia's East-West Pipeline, but the pipeline's operations were unaffected.
OPEC's 11 member countries produced 1.38 million more barrels of crude oil per day in October than in the previous month, bringing output to 22.87 million barrels per day.
U.S. Energy Department data showed that the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) fell to 279.5 million barrels last week, its lowest level since October 1982.
〈U.S. Market After Hours〉Dow surges more than 1,100 points; S&P posts its best day since April; 輝達 falls more than 4% against the trend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. stocks surged on Monday, with the Dow jumping more than 1,100 points as falling oil prices eased inflation concerns. 輝達 fell amid the investigation into Jensen Huang, while 超微 led semiconductor stocks higher.
Facts
The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 1,100 points on Monday, recovering its closing level from Election Day.
All 11 sectors of the S&P 500 closed higher, marking the index's best single-day performance since April 8.
輝達 closed down more than 4% against the trend after its board launched an independent investigation involving CEO Jensen Huang.
The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 6.86%, reflecting broad gains across the semiconductor sector.
超微 shares surged 13.26% after Oppenheimer upgraded its rating to Outperform.
Companies mentioned：高盛、開拓重工、輝達、超微、博通、應用材料、高通、美光、威騰電子、SanDisk、希捷、SK 海力士、台積電、日月光、聯電、中華電信、Meta、蘋果、Alphabet、微軟、亞馬遜、波音、CoreWeave、First Solar、Infrastructure Capital Advisors、瑞銀、Oppenheimer、Piper Sandler
Lithography battle begins! Samsung and SK海力士 spend heavily to secure EUV capacity and ramp up advanced DRAM production
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Samsung and SK海力士 are spending heavily to secure ASML's EUV capacity to support the expansion of advanced DRAM and HBM production. Insufficient capacity at ASML has caused delivery delays, while equipment shortages are also affecting back-end packaging, shifting the industry's competitive focus to timing.
Facts
三星電子 and SK海力士 are each investing 10 trillion to 20 trillion won to secure ASML's EUV capacity for 2027 to 2028.
ASML expects EUV capacity to increase 30% in 2027 and expand by another 30% in 2028, but it will still be unable to meet customer demand.
EUV shipments are expected to reach about 65 units this year, up nearly 50% from 44 last year.
SK海力士 is purchasing about 11.95 trillion won worth of EUV equipment, with delivery due by the end of 2027.
Samsung plans to introduce High-NA EUV in 2028 to secure a production window for advanced DRAM.
Orders for advanced packaging makers such as 韓美半導體 and 安靠 are booked out for two to three years.
Memory customers accounted for 46% of ASML's overall system sales in Q3 this year.
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang's alleged affair has prompted a board investigation, while short sellers have accused 輝達 of using Southeast Asian intermediaries to reroute chips to China, sending its shares lower against the trend.
Facts
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair, and the board launched an independent investigation.
Short seller Culper Research estimates that more than 20% of 輝達's fiscal 2026 computing business revenue was driven by Chinese demand.
Singapore-based Megaspeed purchased more than $4.8 billion worth of 輝達 chips over two years.
Megaspeed's combined liabilities and shareholders' equity rose from about $33 million at the end of 2023 to about $3 billion at the end of 2024.
Since December 2024, 技鋼科技 has exported at least $511 million worth of equipment to its Malaysian subsidiary Speedmatrix and others.
〈Taiwan Market: Key Items Ahead of the Open〉October imports and exports hit monthly records, marking 36 straight months of growth; 台達電 and 國巨 also post record October revenue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan's imports and exports hit a monthly record in October, driven by AI demand, marking 36 consecutive months of growth. Revenue at 台達電, 國巨 and 台驊 also hit records. Taiwan stocks rose more than 4%, but foreign investors continued to sell shares and add futures shorts, sending short positions to a record high.
Facts
Taiwan's exports reached $96.76 billion in October, surging 58.9% from the same month last year to a record monthly high.
Taiwan's imports reached $68.89 billion in October, up 75.1% year on year, while the monthly trade surplus of $27.88 billion set a record.
台達電 reported revenue of NT$74.666 billion in October, a monthly record and a 30% year-on-year increase.
國巨 reported October revenue of NT$17.597 billion, up 55% year on year and setting another monthly record.
Taiwan's benchmark index closed at 41,661.7 on the 9th, up 4.94%, with trading value of NT$837.929 billion.
Foreign investors sold a net NT$90.056 billion on the 9th, while their total outstanding futures short positions reached 101,700 contracts, a record high.
台驊 reported consolidated revenue of NT$3.358 billion in October, up 125.54% year on year and the highest monthly level since February 2022.
Trump says an AI industry heavyweight nearly ended up behind bars
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Trump said he once warned an executive at a major AI company that improper use of AI could lead to prison, and the executive subsequently changed course. Meanwhile, 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang apologized to employees over his affair and controversy surrounding alleged U.S.-China intelligence monitoring, and agreed to cooperate with an investigation.
Facts
In an interview with CBS News that aired last Sunday U.S. Eastern Time, Trump said the government had received a report of someone misusing AI and that he called an executive at a major AI company to warn that they would be going to prison the next morning.
Trump said he warned the person on the phone to prepare for prison, asked whether they liked the color orange for prison uniforms, and told them to go home and say goodnight to their wife and children.
Trump confirmed that the person was an executive at a major AI company but declined to reveal the person's name or the company, and did not explain the alleged conduct.
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang sent an internal letter the same day, admitting to an affair with Chinese national Huang Le, apologizing to his family and employees, and pledging full cooperation with the board's investigation.
The Wall Street Journal reported that U.S. authorities began monitoring Huang Le, a former executive at Singapore data center operator Megaspeed, in late 2024.
Trump said AI risks are not as high as some people claim and can be managed, and suggested that the U.S. Department of Justice could intervene.
Trump said he would be absolutely willing to work with Democrats if they wanted to enshrine AI safety rules in law, but only if the United States did not fall behind China in the AI race.
輝達 closes down 4.27% against the market as investors focus on investigation related to Huang Jen-hsun
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達 shares closed down 4.27% against the market as investors focused on an investigation into CEO Huang Jen-hsun’s alleged affair and related matters. Major Wall Street indexes rose, while other chip stocks, including 超微 and 英特爾, mostly gained.
Italy races to form thousand-member anti-hacker force by year-end to counter hybrid warfare
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To counter attacks in a “hybrid war” launched by pro-Russian hacker groups, the Italian government plans to establish a “super anti-hacker task force” at the Defense Ministry in December, with up to 1200 cyber experts. The move aims to address a recent spate of hacking attacks and threats to information systems. The relevant bill is under review in the Senate.
Facts
To be established at the Defense Ministry in December
Staffed by more than a thousand of the top cyber experts
Could include up to 1200 specially certified “cyber warriors”
Good Morning World》President Lai: Taiwan steadily advances toward goal of launching satellites independently
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te said at the 2026 Taiwan Space International Conference that Taiwan is steadily advancing toward its goal of launching satellites independently. An investigation into 輝達 CEO Huang Jen-hsun over a personal scandal has weighed on the company’s shares, but the impact on Taiwanese suppliers is limited. A 國安基金 effort to support the market helped Taiwanese stocks surge, and the 財政部 announced that exports in October hit a record high. Trump hinted at a Cabinet shake-up after Republicans suffered a major defeat in the U.S. midterm elections. A cybersecurity incident at 易遊網 affected more than 690,000 people.
Facts
Closed at 41661.7 points
Up 1960.06 points
Closed at 32.882
October exports of US$96.76 billion
Up 58.9% year on year
This year’s economic growth forecast revised upward to 12.34%
Trump: Huang Jen-hsun unaware alleged affair partner was suspected Chinese spy; FBI investigating
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Trump said 輝達 CEO Huang Jen-hsun had a close relationship with a businesswoman suspected of passing intelligence to China, but Huang said he knew nothing about it. The FBI is investigating the matter, and 輝達 shares fell to a 7-month low.
Soaring prices and war with Iran drag Trump approval to just 32%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 路透社/益普索 poll found that, amid soaring prices and the war with Iran, Trump’s approval rating remained at a low of 32%. Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterm elections.
Facts
About 32% of Americans approve of Trump’s job performance
31% in a 路透社/益普索 poll in mid-October
Just 21% of Americans approve of Trump’s handling of the cost of living
Trump’s approval rating on immigration policy stands at 38%
Tech stocks rebound sharply after steep sell-off; U.S. stocks close higher across the board
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. tech stocks rebounded sharply after a steep sell-off, and major indexes all closed higher. 輝達 shares plunged nearly 9% at one point, but pared their losses to 4.27% by the close.
Facts
Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1123.28 points
Closed at 52409.01 points
S&P 500 rose 190.39 points
Closed at 7567.25 points
Nasdaq Composite climbed 697.55 points
Closed at 25276.97 points
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 646.22 points
Diplomatic opening emerges in Middle East conflict; international oil prices fall to lowest since August
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, optimism that diplomatic efforts could end the war pushed international oil prices to their lowest level since August. West Texas Intermediate crude for December delivery settled at $86.85 a barrel on the 紐約商品交易所, while Brent crude for January delivery settled at $92.57 a barrel in London.
High-tech tools cannot foil an old tactic: honey traps endure as a weapon in international intelligence warfare
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Although AI and cyberwarfare have changed the face of espionage, the traditional “honey trap” remains a weapon in international intelligence warfare. Recent allegations that 輝達 (Nvidia) CEO Huang Jen-hsun was exploited by Chinese intelligence through an affair to obtain secrets have drawn attention. The article reviews historical cases such as Mata Hari and KGB blackmail of British officials, and notes that authoritarian governments may be better positioned to carry out such high-risk operations.
Facts
Was executed in 1917
Was recalled to her home country in 1964 over an affair
Buying a mountain for camping?! How an unconventional doctor went on to launch a game-meat business
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
Tomokazu Tominaga, director of 小金井ファミリークリニック, is a “two-hat” business owner who works in community healthcare as a family physician and launched a game-meat business after taking up solo camping and hunting.
A manga adaptation of an anecdote about a doctor’s favorite subject. It explains how a teacher who excelled at Japanese but struggled with math used reverse thinking to teach math to great acclaim.