AI News 180m Report

2026-11-10 15:00–18:00 JST

1080 received, 1080 listed, 21 sources ・ Page 8 of 11

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 668 items from 14 sources; Japan, 412 items from 7 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站 (continued)(188)

來思達 (8066): The financial statements for the 3rd quarter of ROC year 115 were submitted to the board of directors

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original來思達(8066)公告民國115年第3季財務報告業經提報董事會,期間為115/01/01至115/09/30,累計營業收入為3,202,630仟元,本期淨損為43,382仟元。

Facts

  • Operating revenue from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$ thousand): 3,202,630
  • Gross profit (loss) from operations from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$ thousand): 273,054
  • Operating profit (loss) from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$ thousand): (62,580)
  • Profit (loss) before tax from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$ thousand): (79,037)
  • Net profit (loss) for the period from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$ thousand): (43,382)
  • Net profit (loss) attributable to owners of the parent from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$ thousand): (55,377)
  • Basic earnings (loss) per share from Jan. 1 through the end of the period (NT$): (1.58)
  • Total assets at end of period (NT$ thousand): 1,556,933
  • Total liabilities at end of period (NT$ thousand): 941,996
  • Equity attributable to owners of the parent at end of period (NT$ thousand): 531,179

Companies mentioned:來思達

欣厚-KY (4924): Announces that the board of directors resolved not to distribute dividends for the first half of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

欣厚-KY (4924) announced that the board of directors resolved not to distribute any dividends for the first half of 115.

Facts

  • Cash dividend from earnings distribution (NT$ per share): 0
  • Total cash (dividend) amount distributed to shareholders (NT$): 0
  • Total number of shares allotted to shareholders (shares): 0
  • Par value per common share: NT$10.0000

Companies mentioned:欣厚-KY

千附精密 (6829): Announces that the board of directors approved the separate financial statements for the 3rd quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

千附精密 announced that the board of directors approved the separate financial statements for the 3rd quarter of 115, covering Jan. 1 to Sept. 30, with cumulative operating revenue of NT$18億5,894萬7 thousand.

Facts

  • 1858947
  • 497219
  • 319104
  • 334793
  • 270549
  • 4.57
  • 3947448
  • 2003857

Companies mentioned:千附精密

友輝 (4933): Announces that the board of directors approved the financial report for the first 3 quarters of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

友輝(4933) announced that its board approved the financial report for the first 3 quarters of 115, covering 115/01/01 to 115/09/30.

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/01/01~115/09/30
  • 1918644
  • 591218
  • 251351
  • 284487
  • 251843
  • 3.05
  • 4805322
  • 938668
  • 3866654

Companies mentioned:友輝

世禾(3551): Announcement that the Company's board approved its consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original世禾(3551)公告董事會於115/11/10通過115年第三季合併財務報表,累計營業收入為2,578,167仟元。

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • (115/01/01~115/09/30)
  • 2578167
  • 1025153
  • 594524
  • 679948
  • 550928
  • 8.92
  • 6460187
  • 1215909
  • 5244278

Companies mentioned:世禾

汎瑋材料(6967): Announcement that the Company acquired right-of-use assets of real estate from a related party

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

汎瑋材料(6967) announced that it acquired office right-of-use assets in Neihu District, Taipei City, from a related party (Chairman 李家旺). The lease runs from ROC year 116年1月1日 to 120年12月31日, with monthly rent of NT$90,000.

Facts

  • Leased area: 92.56 ping
  • Monthly rent: NT$90,000
  • Right-of-use asset amount: NT$5,139,842

Companies mentioned:汎瑋材料

新盛力(4931): Announcement of a change in the Company's acting spokesperson

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

新盛力(4931) announced a change in its acting spokesperson from 陳柏閎 to 許沛雯, effective 115/11/28.

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/11/28

Companies mentioned:新盛力

新盛力(4931): Announcement of changes to the Company's spokesperson, head of finance and head of accounting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

新盛力(4931) announced changes to its spokesperson, head of finance and head of accounting due to retirement, with 陳柏閎 taking over.

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/11/28

Companies mentioned:新盛力科技股份有限公司

友輝(4933): Announcement of important resolutions of the Company's board

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

友輝光電(4933) announced important resolutions of its board on 115/11/10, including approval of the consolidated financial report for the first 3 quarters, an assessment of the auditor's suitability, the English translation of the ESG report, the employee share trust program, revisions to internal controls, the 116年 audit plan, the capital increase record date for the third-quarter stock options, and a bank credit facility agreement.

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • First 3 quarters of fiscal 115
  • ESG Sustainability Report for fiscal 114
  • Fiscal year 116
  • Q3 115

Companies mentioned:友輝光電

新盛力(4931): Announcement of members of the Company's first Sustainability Development Committee

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

新盛力(4931) announced the newly appointed members of its first Sustainability Development Committee: 張中秋、戴正傑 and 顏宏憲. The appointments take effect on 115/11/10.

Facts

  • 115/11/10

Companies mentioned:新盛力、宏楷科技、華熙資本投資

迎輝(3523): The Company acquired right-of-use assets from a related party

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

迎輝(3523) announced that it leased an asset at No. 128, Gongye 2nd Road, Annan District, Tainan City, from the related party 久盛光電股份有限公司. The area is approximately 5,000 ping, the monthly rent is NT$1.8 million, and the lease term is 1 year.

Facts

  • Leased area: approximately 5,000 ping
  • Price per unit: approximately NT$360 per ping
  • Total rent: NT$1,800,000 per month
  • Total rent for the 1-year lease: NT$21,600,000

Companies mentioned:迎輝、久盛光電股份有限公司

新盛力(4931): Announcement that the Company's board resolved to dissolve and liquidate a subsidiary of a subsidiary

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

新盛力(4931) announced that its board resolved to dissolve and liquidate STL Corporation, a subsidiary of a subsidiary. The matter will not affect the Company's business or operations.

Facts

  • 100%
  • 115/11/10

Companies mentioned:新盛力、STL Corporation、STL Investment Ltd.

時報(8923): Announcement that the Company's board approved its consolidated financial report for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original時報(8923)公告董事會通過115年第三季合併財務報告,期間為115/01/01至115/09/30,累計營業收入340,983仟元,本期淨利12,916仟元。

Facts

  • Operating revenue from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 340,983
  • Net income (loss) for the period from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 12,916
  • Basic earnings (loss) per share from January 1 through the end of the current period (NT$): 0.43

Companies mentioned:時報

欣厚-KY(4924): Announcement that the Company's board approved its consolidated financial report for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original欣厚-KY(4924)公告董事會於115年11月10日通過115年第三季合併財務報告,期間為115/01/01至115/09/30。累計營業收入601,516仟元,本期淨損955仟元,基本每股盈餘-0.03元。

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/01/01~115/09/30
  • 601,516
  • 145,295
  • -2820
  • 1,865
  • -955
  • -0.03
  • 786,279
  • 395,076
  • 391,203

Companies mentioned:欣厚-KY

新盛力(4931): Announcement of the record date for the capital increase through the conversion of the Company's first domestic unsecured convertible corporate bonds into newly issued shares

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

新盛力(4931) announced that its board set 115年11月10日 as the record date for the capital increase through the conversion of its first domestic unsecured convertible corporate bonds into newly issued shares. The total issuance amount is NT$1,442,580, comprising 144,258 shares.

Facts

  • NT$1,442,580
  • 144,258 shares
  • NT$10

Companies mentioned:新盛力

新盛力(4931): The Company's consolidated financial report for the third quarter of 115 was approved by board resolution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

新盛力(4931) announced that its consolidated financial report for the third quarter of 115 was approved by board resolution, and disclosed key financial data, including cumulative operating revenue, net income and earnings per share.

Facts

  • Operating revenue from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 3,274,016
  • Net income (loss) for the period from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 408,573
  • Basic earnings (loss) per share from January 1 through the end of the current period (NT$): 6.23

Companies mentioned:新盛力

佐茂(7854): Correction and amended filing of current-month and cumulative revenue for October 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

佐茂(7854) amended its operating revenue for September 115 and cumulative operating revenue for January-September due to an erroneous revenue figure.

Facts

  • Original115年9月當月營業收入淨額 146,901 仟元
  • Original115年1-9月累計營業收入淨額 1,539,323 仟元

Companies mentioned:佐茂股份有限公司、佐茂

迎輝(3523): Announcement that the Company's board approved its financial report for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original迎輝(3523)公告董事會於115年11月10日通過115年第三季財務報告,期間為115/01/01至115/09/30。累計營業收入為56,845仟元,本期淨損為-87,755仟元,基本每股盈餘損失為-1.38元。

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/01/01~115/09/30
  • 56,845
  • -29,468
  • -85,363
  • -87,576
  • -87,755
  • -88,428
  • -1.38
  • 1,782,212
  • 1,440,351
  • 337,356

Companies mentioned:迎輝

白紗科(8401): Announcement that the Company's board approved its separate financial report for the third quarter of fiscal 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

白紗科(8401) announced that its board approved its separate financial report for the third quarter of fiscal 115, covering 115/01/01 to 115/09/30.

Facts

  • Operating revenue from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 1168608
  • Gross operating profit (loss) from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 360320
  • Operating income (loss) from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 150880
  • Profit (loss) before tax from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 147850
  • Net income (loss) for the period from January 1 through the end of the current period (thousand): 118268
  • Basic earnings (loss) per share from January 1 through the end of the period (NT$): 1.67
  • Total assets at period-end (thousand): 2444224
  • Total liabilities at period-end (thousand): 1196381
  • Equity attributable to owners of the parent at period-end (thousand): 1247843

Companies mentioned:白紗科

龍巖(5530): Announcement of the Company's consolidated revenue for October 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original龍巖股份有限公司公告115年10月合併營收為新台幣347,526仟元,較去年同期增加4.15%;本年累計合併營收為新台幣3,298,479仟元,較去年同期減少5.40%。

Facts

  • Original新台幣347,526仟元
  • Increase of 4.15%
  • Original新台幣3,298,479仟元
  • Decrease of 5.40%

Companies mentioned:龍巖股份有限公司、龍巖(5530)

全心投控(2718): Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 合一建築 of its board-approved authorization to purchase real estate or right-of-use assets for construction use

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

全心投控(2718) announced that its subsidiary 合一建築股份有限公司 approved an authorization at its board meeting on 115年11月10日 to purchase real estate or right-of-use assets for construction use, with a budget of up to NT$1.5 billion over the next 1 year.

Facts

  • Original新臺幣15億元

Companies mentioned:全心投控、合一建築股份有限公司

全心投控(2718): Announces that its important subsidiary, 合一建築(股), will not distribute a third-quarter dividend, as resolved by its board

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

全心投控(2718) announced that the board of its important subsidiary, 合一建築(股), resolved on 115/11/10 not to distribute a third-quarter dividend.

Facts

  • 115/11/10

Companies mentioned:全心投控、合一建築(股)

新零售(3085): Announces the aggregate balance of loans by the company and its subsidiaries from non-financial institutions, the ratio to total financing in the consolidated financial statements, the total bank credit facilities and utilization in the consolidated financial statements for the previous month, and cash receipts and payments forecast for the next three months

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original台鋼新零售股份有限公司公告截至115年10月底向非金融機構借款合計餘額為42,500仟元,銀行融資額度與使用情形均為零,並披露未來三個月現金收支預測。

Facts

  • 42,500
  • 100%
  • 6,800
  • 11,200

Companies mentioned:台鋼新零售股份有限公司、水噹噹、久新、新零售、數位資產

立康(6242): Announces that the board approved the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original立康(6242)公告董事會於115年11月10日通過115年第3季合併財務報告,累計營業收入為404,537仟元。

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/01/01~115/09/30
  • 404,537
  • 269,652
  • 53,602
  • 56,614
  • 45,485
  • 1.43
  • 1,225,910
  • 362,444
  • 863,466

Companies mentioned:立康

新零售(3085): Announces that the board approved the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original新零售(3085)公告董事會於115年11月9日通過115年第三季合併財務報告,期間為1月1日至9月30日。累計營業收入為56,831仟元,本期淨損為37,527仟元,基本每股盈餘損失為0.70元。

Facts

  • 115/11/09
  • 115/01/01~115/09/30
  • 56,831
  • 38,370
  • (44,304)
  • (37,527)
  • (0.70)
  • 511,037
  • 133,175
  • 377,862

Companies mentioned:新零售

系統電(5309): Announces the capital increase record date for the conversion of employee stock options into common shares, as resolved by the board

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

系統電(5309) announced that its board resolved the capital increase record date for the conversion of employee stock options into common shares to be November 10, 115. A total of 607,900 shares will be issued.

Facts

  • 607,900 shares
  • Par value per share: 10 yen
  • NT$36.8
  • NT$34.8

Companies mentioned:系統電

系統電(5309): Announces the capital increase record date for the conversion of its fifth domestic unsecured convertible bonds into common shares

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

系統電(5309) announced that the capital increase record date for the conversion of its fifth domestic unsecured convertible bonds into common shares is November 10, 115. The total issue amount is NT$3,350,890, with 335,089 shares to be issued.

Facts

  • NT$3,350,890
  • Shares to be issued: 335,089
  • Par value per share: 10 yen
  • Board resolution date: 115/11/10

Companies mentioned:系統電

汎瑋材料(6967): Announces a board resolution on the distribution of earnings by its important subsidiary 恒瑋電子材料(昆山)有限公司

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

汎瑋材料(6967)'s important subsidiary 恒瑋電子材料(昆山)有限公司 resolved at a board meeting on 115/11/10 to distribute a cash dividend of RMB 6,000,000.

Facts

  • Cash dividend of RMB 6,000,000

Companies mentioned:汎瑋材料、恒瑋電子材料(昆山)有限公司

汎瑋材料(6967): Announces a board resolution on the distribution of earnings by its important subsidiary TRANS-SUN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

汎瑋材料(6967) announced that the board of its important subsidiary TRANS-SUN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. resolved to distribute a cash dividend of US$1,000,000.

Facts

  • Cash dividend of US$1,000,000

Companies mentioned:汎瑋材料、TRANS-SUN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.

系統電(5309): Announces the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115 to be submitted to the board

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

系統電(5309) announced the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115 to be submitted to the board, covering the period from 115/01/01 to 115/09/30.

Facts

  • Operating revenue, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): 2,783,978
  • Operating gross profit (loss), accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): 646,754
  • Operating profit (loss), accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): -119,588
  • Profit (loss) before tax, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): 2,655
  • Net profit (loss) for the period, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): -5,496
  • Net profit (loss) attributable to owners of the parent, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): 33,304
  • Basic earnings (loss) per share from Jan. 1 through the current period (NT$): 0.15
  • Total assets at period-end (NT$ thousand): 8,944,659
  • Total liabilities at period-end (NT$ thousand): 3,202,756
  • Equity attributable to owners of the parent at period-end (NT$ thousand): 5,382,106

Companies mentioned:系統電

大恭(4706): Announces that the board resolved to approve the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of fiscal 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original大恭(4706)公告115年度第三季合併財務報告,期間為115/01/01至115/09/30。累計營業收入888,441仟元,本期淨利56,458仟元,基本每股盈餘0.71元。

Facts

  • Operating revenue, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): 888,441
  • Net profit (loss) for the period, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$ thousand): 56,458
  • Basic earnings (loss) per share, accumulated from January 1 through the current period (NT$): 0.71

Companies mentioned:大恭

漢測(7856): Invited to attend an investor conference hosted by 永豐金證券

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

漢測(7856) announced that it was invited to attend an investor conference hosted by 永豐金證券 on November 16, 115, to discuss its current operations and future outlook.

Facts

  • 115/11/16
  • 14:30

Companies mentioned:漢測、永豐金證券

大恭(4706): Formally appoints the company's head of internal audit

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

大恭(4706) announced the formal appointment of 袁美香 as head of internal audit, effective January 1, 116.

Facts

  • Date of change: 115/11/10
  • Effective date: 116/01/01

Companies mentioned:大恭

汎瑋材料(6967): Announces that the board approved the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

汎瑋材料(6967) announced that its board approved the consolidated financial statements for the third quarter of 115 on November 10, 115, covering the period from January 1 to September 30. Cumulative operating revenue reached NT$1.23841 billion, net profit for the period was NT$105.31 million, and basic earnings per share were NT$4.22.

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 1,238,410
  • 105,031
  • 4.22

Companies mentioned:汎瑋材料

寶島科(5312): Announces a press conference on material information

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

Original寶島光學科技股份有限公司(5312)公告將於115年11月10日下午16:00在財團法人中華民國證券櫃檯買賣中心召開重大訊息說明記者會。

Facts

  • Date of occurrence of the event: 115/11/10
  • The company will be on November 10, 115
  • 16:00

Companies mentioned:寶島科、寶島光學科技股份有限公司、財團法人中華民國證券櫃檯買賣中心

南俊國際(6584): Announces its invitation to Taiwan Market Mover Access Day hosted by CLSA and 永豐金證券's 匯立分公司

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

南俊國際 announced that it was invited to Taiwan Market Mover Access Day, hosted by CLSA and 永豐金證券's 匯立分公司, to discuss financial and business information.

Facts

  • 115/11/12
  • Original09 時 00 分

Companies mentioned:南俊國際、CLSA、永豐金證券、匯立分公司

南俊國際(6584): Invited to Macquarie Taiwan Conference hosted by 麥格理證券

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

南俊國際(6584) was invited to Macquarie Taiwan Conference hosted by 麥格理證券 to discuss financial and business information.

Facts

  • Date of event: 115/11/16

Companies mentioned:南俊國際、麥格理證券

臺慶科(3357): Announces changes to its acting spokesperson and vice president of business

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

臺慶科(3357) announced personnel changes involving its acting spokesperson and vice president of business. 李勇賜 will be reassigned as general manager of the Malaysian subsidiary, 邱申寶琳 will take over as acting spokesperson, and 謝明機 will take over as vice president of business.

Facts

  • Date of change: 115/11/10
  • Effective date: 115/11/11

Companies mentioned:臺慶科、西北臺慶科技(股)公司

Original中興紡織(1408):本公司資金貸與催收情形

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

中興紡織 announced that its loans exceeded the regulatory limit and that it had applied to the court for a payment order through legal channels to collect the amount owed by 喜順紡織廠.

Facts

  • 1. Date of occurrence: 115/11/10

Companies mentioned:中興紡織、喜順紡織廠

振躍精密(6705): Announces that the board approved the financial statements for the third quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站

振躍精密 announced that its board approved the financial statements for the third quarter of 115, covering the period from January 1 to September 30. Cumulative operating revenue exceeded NT$360 million, and basic earnings per share were NT$2.97.

Facts

  • 115/11/10
  • 115/01/01~115/09/30
  • 360,661
  • 160,415
  • 67,750
  • 67,088
  • 53,538
  • 2.97
  • 598,858
  • 253,973
  • 344,885

Companies mentioned:振躍精密

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(98)

Hsieh Su-wei and partner suffer comeback defeat at WTA Finals, miss out on victory in opening group-stage match

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In their opening match of the WTA Finals women’s doubles round-robin, Taiwan’s Hsieh Su-wei and Latvian partner Jelena Ostapenko were overturned by France’s Kristina Mladenovic and China’s Guo Hanyu, losing 6-3, 1-6, 10-12 and missing out on their first win.

Facts

  • 6-3
  • 1-6
  • 10-12
  • 8 teams
  • No. 5 seed
  • Original4強

Companies mentioned:WTA、中央社

Innocent people placed on flagged-account list; Cho Jung-tai: Cross-ministry mechanism to lift restrictions

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Executive Yuan President Cho Jung-tai responded to questions from legislator Lin Shu-fen about innocent people being placed on flagged-account lists. He will ask政務委員 Lin Ming-hsin to convene the Ministry of Justice, Ministry of the Interior, 金管會 and Ministry of Finance to establish a cross-ministry mechanism and set a deadline for lifting account freezes to protect the public’s rights.

Facts

  • From 150,000 flagged accounts in 2025
  • 150,000 flagged accounts in 2025
  • Fell below 140,000 accounts after March this year
  • Fell below 140,000 accounts

Companies mentioned:中央社、金管會、銀行端

合世生醫’s Vietnam subsidiary plans to establish a branch

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

合世生醫 announced that its Vietnam subsidiary plans to establish a Hanoi branch and that its financial results for the first 3 quarters were approved, with revenue of NT$271 million and a net loss of NT$45.028 million.

Facts

  • Revenue of NT$271 million in the first 3 quarters
  • Net loss attributable to owners of the parent of NT$45.028 million in the first 3 quarters
  • Loss per share of NT$0.95 in the first 3 quarters

Companies mentioned:合世生醫、合世醫療(越南)責任有限公司、中央社

Campaign support group chief for Taichung council candidate held banquet in alleged vote-buying case; released on NT$800,000 bail

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Wu-surnamed campaign support group chief for a Taichung City council candidate was suspected of soliciting votes by treating voters to a banquet, in violation of the Election and Recall Act. Prosecutors sought detention and a ban on visits, but 台中地院 ruled that the suspect could be released on NT$800,000 bail. Prosecutors will appeal.

Facts

  • Released on NT$800,000 bail
  • Meal costing more than NT$600 per person

Companies mentioned:中央社、台灣台中地方檢察署、台中地院、法務部調查局、台中市調查處

Treatment for ‘niche lung cancer’ costs more than NT$3 million; family says it is unaffordable for ordinary people

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original近76歲蕭先生獲恩慈計畫協助支付300多萬元免疫治療費,成功對抗末期小細胞肺癌;家屬與醫界呼籲健保應涵蓋高價自費藥物,以減輕患者經濟負擔。

Facts

  • Original300多萬元免疫治療
  • Nearly NT$500,000
  • 6.3%
  • About 1,000 new patients each year
  • 10%
  • About 2,000 new patients each year
  • 10,831 people

Companies mentioned:中央社、中央訊息、國民健康署、癌症希望基金會、台中榮民總醫院、新北市立土城醫院、健保署

Taipei Zoo to hold first penguin march on Nov. 19; visitors may get a glimpse of the cute scene when temperatures are below 24 degrees

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

台北市立動物園 announced that it will hold its first African penguin march on Nov. 19. The event will be opened to visitors from time to time when temperatures are below 24 degrees. The zoo also reminded visitors not to shout or touch the penguins.

Facts

  • 9:30 a.m.
  • 24 degrees

Companies mentioned:中央社、台北市立動物園

New Taipei Christmasland opens on Nov. 13; stepped-up enforcement against illegal parking nearby

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

新北市交通局 announced traffic controls and stepped-up enforcement against illegal parking on roads including Wenhua Road, Xianmin Boulevard and Zhongshan Road for the New Taipei Christmasland event, which opens on Nov. 13. Traffic signals and bus routes will also be adjusted, and the public is urged to use public transportation.

Facts

  • Through Dec. 27
  • 10 p.m. every night
  • Extended to 11 p.m.
  • 3 p.m. daily
  • Original晚間12時
  • Dec. 10 to 13
  • Routes 920 and 948
  • 932、952

Companies mentioned:新北市交通局、警察局、YouBike、中央社

儒鴻: Uncertainty eases after US midterm elections; optimistic about 2027

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

儒鴻 General Manager Hung Jui-ting said uncertainty had eased after the US midterm elections and the company was cautiously optimistic about operations in 2027. The company is expanding its Indonesian plant, while revenue for the first 3 quarters reached a nearly 4-year high.

Facts

  • Outlook for 2027
  • NT$500 million
  • NT$600 million to NT$800 million
  • NT$1 billion to NT$1.2 billion
  • Quarterly revenue of NT$10.571 billion
  • Up 9.7% year-on-year
  • Gross margin of 31.18%
  • Up 2.52 percentage points
  • Net income attributable to the parent company of NT$1.744 billion
  • Up 5.6% year-on-year
  • Up 12.3% quarter-on-quarter
  • Earnings per share of NT$6.36

Companies mentioned:儒鴻、中央社

Civic groups call for subsidy system to cover care gaps; Ministry of Labor: Respite and short-term care services available

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Civic groups and technology companies called for reform of the Employment Security Fund and the establishment of a direct subsidy system for gaps in caregiving. The Ministry of Labor said it had budgeted NT$2 billion for respite and short-term care services, and would expand cross-ministry cooperation to reduce the impact of interruptions in care.

Facts

  • NT$2 billion

Companies mentioned:泰博科技股份有限公司

Penghu to build new North Ring Road to meet Magong’s overall urban road-network needs

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original澎湖縣政府為紓解馬公交通壅塞,將新闢北環道路,部分路段使用澎科大校地,總工程費近5億元,預計119年完工通車。

Facts

  • About 5,000 square meters of land
  • Total project cost of nearly NT$500 million
  • Could be completed and opened to traffic as early as 119年

Companies mentioned:中央社、澎湖縣政府、澎科大

日月光投控 posts record revenue for 4th consecutive month, boosted by AI advanced packaging and testing

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

日月光投控 reported consolidated revenue of NT$88.615 billion for October, setting a monthly record for the 4th consecutive month. Strong demand for AI advanced packaging and testing helped drive the company to raise its forecast for annual LEAP services revenue this year to US$4 billion.

Facts

  • NT$88.615 billion
  • Up 0.6% slightly from September
  • Up 47.13% from the same period in 2025
  • 4 consecutive months
  • Self-reported revenue of NT$697.502 billion for the first 10 months
  • Up 32.18% year over year
  • Self-reported packaging, testing and materials revenue of NT$56.84 billion
  • Up 7.9% month over month
  • Up 57.7% year over year
  • Consolidated revenue in the 4th quarter is expected to rise 6% to 8% quarter over quarter
  • Annual revenue from advanced packaging and testing LEAP services this year will be raised to US$4 billion
  • Advanced packaging end-to-end process revenue could exceed US$1 billion next year
  • Related revenue from co-packaged optics (CPO) is expected to exceed US$500 million next year

Companies mentioned:日月光投控、中央社

China’s use of 輝達 AI chips: smuggling and renting computing power at Southeast Asian data centers are the 2 main routes

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Under US export controls, China obtains 輝達 AI chips through smuggling and by renting computing power at Southeast Asian data centers. 華為 is 輝達’s main competitor in the Chinese market.

Facts

  • US$4.5 trillion
  • 25%
  • 3 quarters

Companies mentioned:輝達、NVIDIA、蘋果、Apple、月之暗面、Moonshot AI、智譜、Z.ai、DeepSeek、深度求索公司、The Information、Hello China Tech、華為

Accused of buying votes for NT$10,000 per household, Miaoli village chief candidate and husband indicted

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A Lin-surnamed candidate for village chief in Toufen, Miaoli County, and her husband were suspected of buying votes from residents for NT$10,000 per household. After police and prosecutors uncovered the case, 苗栗地檢署 concluded its investigation and indicted them under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act.

Facts

  • NT$10,000 per household
  • Released on NT$200,000 bail
  • Handed over to 3 voters in the village

Companies mentioned:中央社、苗栗地檢署、苗栗縣警察局頭份分局、刑警大隊、少年隊、法務部調查局苗栗縣調查站

Flu remains widespread; expanded public-funded antiviral drug program extended to Nov. 30

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

疾管署 said that although the flu outbreak had eased and outpatient and emergency visits were below the epidemic threshold, the number of severe cases and deaths remained high, so the flu season was not yet over. It said it would monitor the situation for another 2 weeks. It also announced a 3rd extension of the expanded public-funded antiviral drug program, through Nov. 30.

Facts

  • 9萬1879 outpatient and emergency visits for flu-like illness last week
  • Down 6.4% from the previous week
  • 103 new cases of severe flu complications
  • And 38 deaths
  • A cumulative 645 severe cases this flu season
  • And 124 deaths
  • People aged 65 and older (accounting for 69.6%)
  • Most had a history of chronic illness (85.1%).
  • 97.1% had not received this season’s flu vaccine.
  • H1N1 was the most common strain, accounting for 94.7%.
  • The domestic flu epidemic has declined for 7 consecutive weeks.
  • It has also remained below the epidemic threshold for 2 consecutive weeks.
  • Extended from Nov. 15 to Nov. 30.
  • 2 new local severe cases were reported last week.
  • And 1 local death.
  • 50% of severe cases had not received this season’s COVID-19 vaccine.
  • Cumulative flu vaccinations in Taiwan have exceeded 5.504 million doses.
  • Cumulative COVID-19 vaccinations have exceeded 1.61 million doses.

Companies mentioned:中央社、衛生福利部疾病管制署、疾管署

陽明 Singapore subsidiary acquires property in a deal worth up to 51.09 million Singapore dollars.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

陽明海運’s Singapore subsidiary acquired office property in Cecil Place, Singapore’s central business district, for a total transaction value of about 50.08 million to 51.09 million Singapore dollars; it also reported October revenue of NT$21.044 billion.

Facts

  • The transaction covers 12,616 square feet.
  • The total transaction value is about 50,085,520 to 51,094,800 Singapore dollars.
  • The price is about 3,970 to 4,050 Singapore dollars per square foot.
  • October revenue was NT$21.044 billion.
  • Down 3.02% month on month.
  • Up 82.45% year on year

Companies mentioned:陽明、陽明(新加坡)有限公司、陽明海運、Cecil Pte. Ltd.、美國貿易代表署、USTR、中央社

Taiwan seeks to complete double-taxation avoidance agreement before new U.S. Congress takes office.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

KMT Legislator Lin Te-fu questioned the progress of the Taiwan-U.S. double-taxation avoidance bill. Premier Cho Jung-tai and Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said they hoped to find a suitable legislative vehicle to complete the agreement before the new U.S. Congress takes office (in January next year).

Facts

  • 1151110

Taiwan dollar rises 1.7 cents to close at 32.865.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taiwan dollar closed at 32.865 against the U.S. dollar in the Taipei foreign exchange market, up 1.7 cents from the previous day, with trading totaling US$2.295 billion.

Facts

  • 32.865
  • Up 1.7 cents
  • US$2.295 billion

奇鋐 invests US$45 million to establish new subsidiary in Vietnam.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The board of 奇鋐科技公司 resolved to invest US$45 million to establish a new subsidiary in Vietnam, 越南興安公司, and cancel its original plan for a US$50 million cash capital increase in AVC TECH. (VIETNAM) CO., LTD., instead using the company’s US$65 million in retained earnings for a capital increase.

Facts

  • US$45 million
  • US$50 million
  • US$65 million

Companies mentioned:奇鋐科技公司、奇鋐、越南興安公司、AVC TECH. (VIETNAM) CO., LTD.、AVC TECH(VIETNAM) CO., LTD.

Japanese scholar Kenichi Kawase writes about Fangming Theater, revisiting the everyday memories of the Japanese colonial period.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Japanese scholar Kenichi Kawase and Chen Ying-hui co-authored Fangming Theater: A Chronicle of Movies in Wanhua, published jointly by 台北市立文獻館 and 日本東洋思想研究所. The book looks back at the theater’s history of screening about 800 Japanese films and 300 Western films during the Japanese colonial period, highlighting its importance as a place where Wanhua’s everyday memories and cultures intersected.

Facts

  • More than 30 years ago
  • Between 1933 and 1944
  • About 800 films
  • 300 films

Companies mentioned:中央通訊社、台北市立文獻館、日本東洋思想研究所

Alleged vote-buying involving distribution of shopping vouchers prompts search and questioning of Taipei City Councilor Hsu Li-hsin.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Independent Taipei City Councilor Hsu Li-hsin is suspected of distributing shopping vouchers totaling NT$200 to Wanhua District residents and urging them to support him. Prosecutors and investigators searched his premises and questioned him on suspicion of vote-buying.

Facts

  • Shopping vouchers with a total face value of NT$200
  • 300 copies each
  • More than 20 people were brought in for questioning.

Companies mentioned:中央社、台北地檢署、調查局、北檢、商旅公司

Original美國資料中心虧損拖累 軟銀集團第2季淨損70億美元

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original軟銀集團因美國資料中心計畫變更認列虧損,第2季淨損達1.1兆日圓(約70億美元),受OpenAI股權波動及AI監管疑慮影響,股價重挫。

Facts

  • 1.1 trillion yen
  • US$7 billion
  • 2.5 trillion yen
  • US$3.7 billion
  • 233 billion yen
  • 113 billion yen
  • US$64.6 billion
  • 13%

Companies mentioned:軟銀集團、SoftBank Group、OpenAI、倫敦證券交易所集團、LSEG、輝達、Nvidia

ASEAN Economy and Finance / ASEAN Briefing, Nov. 10, 2026

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The ASEAN Briefing of Nov. 10, 2026 covers economic and financial developments across the region: the U.S. extends its intellectual property investigation into Vietnam; Laos and Vietnam strengthen cooperation on green transition and the digital economy; Singapore launches gold custody services and adjusts its tax system to expand the gold market; the Philippines’ Q3 GDP growth falls to 2.1%, slowing for 5 consecutive quarters; Myanmar’s central bank approves an advance payment system for importers; Taiwan postpones trade talks with Malaysia following remarks by Anwar, heightening concerns among Taiwanese businesses about investing there; Thailand promotes its “Reinvent Thailand” plan, targeting 5.4 trillion baht in additional revenue by 2030; Cambodia maintains next year’s public borrowing cap at US$3.1 billion; and Indonesia plans to sign a free trade agreement with the 歐盟 to pave the way for joining the OECD.

Facts

  • Extended by 3 months
  • Until Feb. 28, 2027
  • Launched in May 2026
  • Starting in April next year
  • Set to launch by the end of this year
  • Trading is expected to begin in March next year
  • To be launched in the 2nd quarter next year
  • Fell to 2.1%
  • The previous quarter’s 2.4%
  • The 4% recorded in the same period last year
  • Slowing for 5 consecutive quarters
  • The lowest since the 4th quarter of 2009
  • Just 2.5%
  • The full-year target of 3.5% to 4.5%
  • Inflation reached 7.8%.
  • The target range of 2% to 4%
  • Originally scheduled for late October
  • Said in August this year
  • January to August this year
  • Trade totaled 213.5 billion ringgit.
  • About NT$1.73 trillion
  • Up nearly 4 tenths year on year
  • Driving investment in 7 target industries
  • Targeted for before 2030
  • Generating an additional 5.4 trillion baht
  • About NT$5.09 trillion
  • Exceeding 3%
  • Currently ranked 26th
  • Rising into the top 20
  • The current 23%
  • Raising it to 30%
  • Maintain next year’s public bond borrowing cap at about US$3.1 billion.
  • About NT$99.2 billion
  • Cut by 4 tenths
  • To about US$300 million
  • Draft 2027 Fiscal Management Law
  • 2.25 billion Special Drawing Rights (SDR)
  • Equivalent to US$3.1 billion
  • Planned to be signed in the second half of November
  • To officially take effect in early 2027
  • Become an OECD member in 2028

Companies mentioned:中央社、美國貿易代表署、USTR、寮國官方通訊社、KPL、新加坡金融管理局、路透社、新加坡交易所、花旗集團、菲律賓統計局、緬甸中央銀行、緬甸新光報、日經亞洲、矽品、日月光、頎邦、群聯、泰國財政部、柬埔寨財經部、印尼貿易部、雅加達環球報、歐盟

Original民航局:機上全程禁用加熱菸 12月上路

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original民航局為確保飛航安全,自12月1日起全面禁止在機上使用加熱菸及電子菸,違規者依民用航空法最高可處5年以下有期徒刑、拘役或新台幣15萬元罰金。

Facts

  • Takes effect Dec. 1
  • Up to 5 years in prison
  • Fine of up to NT$150,000

Companies mentioned:民航局、交通部民用航空局、中央社

Tainan's "所長茶葉蛋" makes Singapore debut, hitting supermarkets in December

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Tainan brand "所長茶葉蛋" is making its debut in Singapore with co-branded products in partnership with NTUC FairPrice. A total of 1700 boxes of goods have been packed and shipped, and are expected to hit Singapore supermarkets in early December.

Facts

  • A full container of 1700 boxes
  • 6 best-selling products
  • Amount exceeds NT$1 million

Companies mentioned:中央社、所長茶葉蛋、NTUC FairPrice

Will Jensen Huang and the alleged female spy case come up at the Xi-Trump meeting? Beijing: China and U.S. remain in communication on leaders' meeting arrangements

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In response to controversy over an alleged extramarital affair between Nvidia (輝達) CEO Jensen Huang and a suspected Chinese female spy, China's Foreign Ministry said Beijing and Washington remain in communication over arrangements for a meeting between their leaders, and reiterated that claims of "Chinese spies" are unfounded speculation.

Facts

  • BEIJING, 10
  • 1151110

Companies mentioned:輝達、Nvidia

Yunlin County government to spend more than NT$600 million on new Huwei police precinct, completion expected in 2029

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

雲林縣政府 plans to build a new police office complex in the Huwei High-Speed Rail Special District, with a total budget of more than NT$600 million. It is expected to be completed in 2029 to improve working conditions for officers and support local development.

Facts

  • Total budget of NT$622 million
  • Completion expected in 2029
  • The new building is planned to have 1 basement level and 6 floors above ground
  • Total floor area of about 2200 ping

Companies mentioned:雲林縣政府、雲林縣警察局、中央社

Qantas to cut 850 jobs in AI transformation, move some operations to India

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

澳洲航空公司 (Qantas) announced plans to cut 850 jobs and transfer some corporate functions to India. It also signed a deal with 埃森哲 (Accenture) to overhaul its back-end systems and accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).

Facts

  • 850 jobs to be cut
  • Mid-2027

Companies mentioned:澳洲航空公司、Qantas、中央社、法新社、埃森哲、Accenture

Taiwan High Speed Rail to stop displaying full names on front-line staff badges

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

台灣高鐵 announced that name badges for front-line employees will no longer display full names, and will instead show employees' surnames in Chinese and English along with their job titles. 台鐵 and 中華郵政 also said they either do not display names or are considering de-identifying them.

Companies mentioned:台灣高鐵、台鐵、中華郵政

Debate over Keelung MRT route: Hsieh Kuo-liang accuses rival of seeking to scrap TRA, Tong Tzu-wei vows not to tear it down and says 'don't mislead voters'

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Keelung mayoral candidates Hsieh Kuo-liang and Tong Tzu-wei clashed over the route for Phase 2 of the Keelung MRT and the future of the Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) during an online debate. Hsieh questioned whether his opponent supported scrapping the TRA and put forward a low-cost extension plan. Tong vowed not to dismantle the TRA during his term, proposing construction using temporary tracks to create a shared double-track system. He also criticized Hsieh's plan to dig a tunnel beside the Ziqiang Tunnel, saying it was unfeasible because of geological conditions and the need to demolish homes.

Facts

  • The route is 4.7 kilometers long
  • Budget of NT$26.3 billion
  • Only 3 homes need to be demolished
  • Costs could exceed NT$100 billion
  • Elevated construction would require demolishing more than 100 homes
  • Underground construction would cost 3 times as much
  • The required budget could exceed NT$100 billion

Companies mentioned:中央社、匯流新聞網、交通部

World Equipped Open Powerlifting Championships: Chen Wei-ling wins double gold in deadlift and total

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 2026 World Equipped Open Powerlifting Championships are being held in Istanbul, Türkiye. Taiwan's Chen Wei-ling won double gold in the deadlift and total in the women's 47-kilogram class, while Lin Yi-chun took the total gold in the men's 59-kilogram class. The Sports Administration said Taiwan won 3 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze medals on the opening day.

Facts

  • 16 athletes
  • Women's 47-kilogram class
  • 192.5 kilograms in the squat
  • 102.5 kilograms in the bench press
  • 185 kilograms in the deadlift
  • 480 kilograms total
  • Women's 52-kilogram class
  • A mark of 182.5 kilograms
  • Men's 59-kilogram class
  • 275 kilograms
  • 182.5 kilograms
  • 260 kilograms
  • 717.5 kilograms
  • 3 gold medals
  • 3 silver medals
  • 3 bronze medals

Companies mentioned:中央社

2027 Taishin Shin Kong Women's Road Race invites women runners to take part

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 2027 Taishin Shin Kong Women's Road Race will take place on April 11 next year, with a half marathon, 10-kilometer, 3-kilometer and 3-kilometer pet categories. The event will continue its prize program for top women runners and partner with adidas to hold a dedicated training camp led by coach Wang Tzu-ling.

Facts

  • 2027 Taishin Shin Kong Women's Road Race
  • Takes place April 11 next year
  • Maintains 4 categories
  • 3-kilometer pet category
  • Registration opens at 4 p.m. today
  • Runners placing in the top 100 overall
  • Receive a NT$2,000 cash prize
  • Runners placing in the top 100 overall
  • Receive a NT$1,000 cash prize
  • Specializes in the 800- and 1500-meter events
  • Only half a year of employment
  • Training distance may need to reach 10 kilometers
  • Training distance needs to be at least 16 kilometers
  • Gold medals in the women's 5000- and 10,000-meter events

Companies mentioned:中央社、國立體大、adidas

Kinmen election operative detained over alleged cash vote-buying for candidate; prosecutors urge public to report violations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A Kinmen election operative surnamed Tai was detained over alleged cash vote-buying for a candidate. Prosecutors urged the public to report election bribery.

Facts

  • NT$37,000
  • 4 locations
  • 8 voters

Companies mentioned:中央社、福建金門地方檢察署、金門縣警察局金湖分局、金門縣警察局刑事警察大隊、法務部調查局福建省調查處、金門地院

Groundbreaking for cold-chain processing plant in Fangliao, Pingtung, aims to expand distribution beyond live fish sales

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

屏東縣政府 is building the Pingtung County International Fisheries Cold-Chain Processing Plant in Fangliao Township. The project is expected to be completed in 2028 and will cost nearly NT$350 million. It aims to move beyond traditional live-fish sales, expand distribution channels and reduce reliance on a single market.

Facts

  • Completion expected in 2028
  • Annual farmed production reaches 28,076 metric tons
  • Annual output value exceeds NT$6.6 billion
  • Site covers about 1.2 hectares
  • Total building floor area of about 1171 ping
  • Nearly NT$350 million invested in the cold-chain processing plant
  • Daily capacity to process up to 6 metric tons of raw fish
  • Minus 40-degree rapid-freezing technology
  • Large 800-metric-ton low-temperature cold storage center
  • Storage environment maintained below minus 18 degrees Celsius

Companies mentioned:中央社、屏東縣政府、農業部、民進黨、枋寮區漁會、屏東縣政府農業處、中央廣播電台

Taoyuan prosecutors bust illegal fundraising ring that took in NT$7 billion, seize NT$87 million in cash

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office busted an illegal fundraising ring that allegedly lured investors with promises of "principal protection" and "high returns" starting in ROC year 114. The group is estimated to have raised more than NT$7 billion. Police seized NT$87 million in cash and arrested 5 people; 4 were detained and 1 was released on bail.

Facts

  • Estimated funds raised exceed NT$7 billion
  • NT$87 million in suspected proceeds seized
  • Investors need to invest at least NT$300,000
  • Fixed monthly returns of 1.2% to 2.4% of the principal
  • Equivalent annualized returns of 14.2% to 28.8%
  • After the 6-month investment period
  • NT$86 million in cash received by the group was seized
  • NT$1 million in cash was seized
  • Ms. Chang was released on NT$1.5 million bail

Companies mentioned:群富興業有限公司、中央社

Meta expands global AI detection to prevent teens from lying about their age

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Meta announced it will use AI technology to proactively detect suspected teen users and expand the effort globally, ensuring that children under 13 and teens aged 13 to 17 receive age-appropriate protections. The effort is expected to cover millions of users.

Facts

  • Millions of teen users worldwide
  • Under 13
  • Ages 13 to 17

Companies mentioned:Meta、Instagram、Facebook、Messenger、Threads、中央社

Chiayi Christian Hospital treats duodenal tumor with endoscopic technology; findings published in international journal

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

嘉基醫院 successfully treated a duodenal tumor using advanced endoscopic techniques. The patient had no recurrence for 4 years after surgery, and the findings have been published in an international journal.

Facts

  • 4 years ago
  • 2 centimeters
  • 63 years old
  • 4 years
  • Day 3

Companies mentioned:嘉基醫院、嘉義基督教醫院、中央社

W33, a black-faced spoonbill, survives life-threatening botulism and flies 千 kilometers back to Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

W33, a black-faced spoonbill, was infected with botulism in Qigu District, Tainan, last December. After being rescued and recovering at the wildlife emergency station of 農業部生物多樣性研究所, it was released back into the wild. It took off from Gwangju, South Korea, on Oct. 28 this year, making several long-distance flights with rest stops before landing safely on the salt fields in Budai Township, Chiayi County, on Nov. 9 and returning to the wetlands along Taiwan's southwest coast.

Facts

  • 1,580 kilometers
  • More than 24 hours
  • Oct. 28
  • Dec. 27
  • Nearly 600 kilometers
  • About 10 hours
  • Nov. 6
  • 450 kilometers
  • About 8 hours
  • 300 kilometers
  • About 5 hours

Companies mentioned:中央社、台江國家公園、農業部生物多樣性研究所、台南市野鳥學會、內政部國家公園署、台江國家公園管理處、Facebook

Original上銀明年營運看佳產品交期拉長 獲人形機器人小批訂單

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

上銀集團 has won a small-volume order from a major U.S. humanoid robot maker, with product lead times extending to mid-2027. Operations are expected to grow by double digits next year.

Facts

  • Lead times for ball screws and linear guides currently extend to mid-2027
  • Operations are estimated to grow by a double-digit percentage in 2027
  • Lead time for ground ball screws has extended to more than 6.5 months
  • Lead times for linear guides are about 4 to 6 months
  • Original去年上銀資本支出規模約新台幣27.5億元
  • Quarterly consolidated revenue of NT$8.11 billion
  • Original上銀第3季合併毛利率36.34%
  • Operating profit of NT$1.446 billion
  • 3rd-quarter profit attributable to owners of the parent company was NT$1.23 billion
  • Quarterly earnings per share of NT$3.48
  • Original上銀累計前3季合併營收219.97億元
  • After-tax profit for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$2.657 billion

Companies mentioned:上銀、上銀集團、中央社

Pneumococcal disease cases and deaths both hit record lows; Lo Yi-chun: vaccine policy is working

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original長者公費肺炎鏈球菌疫苗政策奏效,今年個案數與死亡人數雙創新低。疾管署長羅一鈞指出,截至11月9日累計239例確定病例,較去年同期降2成;30例死亡為4年同期新低。目前仍有6成(約290萬人)65歲以上長者未完整接種,疾管署籲符合資格者儘速施打,目標於2027年底前達成45%接種完成率。

Facts

  • A total of 239 confirmed cases of invasive pneumococcal disease
  • Cases down 2 tenths from the same period last year
  • The 30 deaths were also a 4-year low for the same period
  • Completing pneumococcal vaccination earns 600 health coins
  • Vaccinations topped 100,000 in October
  • Rose from 37% to 39.9%
  • The 40% interim target for this year is expected to be reached ahead of schedule
  • 6 tenths of older adults have yet to receive the pneumococcal vaccine
  • About 2.9 million people aged 65 and older have yet to complete vaccination
  • Aiming for a 45% vaccination completion rate by the end of 2027

Companies mentioned:中央社、疾管署、衛生福利部、台灣家庭醫學會、聯安診所

Former Prime Minister Ishiba becomes first former LDP president to face disciplinary action; Upper House official says penalty has no deterrent effect

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party decided on the 9th to issue reprimands to 4 people, including former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who abstained from voting on a bill to cut the consumption tax. It is the first time since the party's founding that a former party president has faced such disciplinary action. An Upper House official criticized the penalty as having no deterrent effect, while Ishiba questioned the unclear funding source and stressed the importance of preserving party traditions and responsibility.

Facts

  • Former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and 4 others
  • During the vote on the food consumption tax cut bill on the 6th
  • Japan's Liberal Democratic Party decided on the 9th
  • More than half a year has passed since the February election
  • Upper House deliberations are set to begin on the 11th

Companies mentioned:中央通訊社、朝日電視台

Machinery association: October exports hit US$3.593 billion, marking 21 consecutive months of growth; full-year record in sight

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 台灣機械工業同業公會 reported that machinery exports reached US$3.593 billion in October, marking 21 consecutive months of positive growth. Strong demand for AI and semiconductors helped electronic equipment exports rise 57.5% year on year, and full-year exports could surpass the historical record.

Facts

  • October machinery exports totaled US$3.593 billion
  • Positive growth for 21 consecutive months
  • Up 35% from the same period last year...
  • About NT$114.764 billion in New Taiwan dollars
  • Up 41.5% from the same period last year
  • Machinery exports for the first 10 months totaled about US$31.572 billion
  • Up 21.8% from the same period last year
  • In New Taiwan dollars, exports surpassed NT$1 trillion, reaching NT$1.003071 trillion
  • Up 24.4% from the same period last year
  • Monthly exports of US$789 million in October
  • Year-on-year growth of 57.5%
  • United States (26.3% share)
  • Mainland China (21.3% share)
  • Singapore (7.4% share)

Companies mentioned:中央社、台灣機械工業同業公會

Han Kuo-yu: Bringing AI into democratic governance could open up more possibilities

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu said at the AI Deliberation international forum hosted by the 台灣民主基金會 that the development of artificial intelligence is an inevitable trend. The foundation is exploring ways to bring AI into democratic governance and open up more possibilities. He joked that AI might eventually replace him in his job.

Facts

  • Taipei, the 10th
  • 1151110

Companies mentioned:中央社、台灣民主基金會

Xinshe Flower Festival and International Carpet Festival feature pavilion showcases diverse forest uses

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taichung Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency created the themed pavilion “Forest Wonderland” at the Xinshe Flower Festival and International Carpet Festival. Centered on locally produced timber and interactive wood education, it showcases the diverse value of forest resources, from ecological conservation to everyday applications, as well as cultural and creative products.

Facts

  • The 10th
  • 1151110

Companies mentioned:中央社、林業及自然保育署台中分署、林業保育署台中分署

Ko Chih-en clashes with Chen Chi-mai over concert economy; says improvements are no whim

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en pushed back against Chen Chi-mai's remark that her proposal for “priority ticket access for residents” was a whim. She stressed that addressing problems facing the concert economy, including scalping and rising accommodation prices, was not a personal whim but a practical proposal based on discussions with industry players.

Facts

  • Kaohsiung, the 10th
  • Concert economy 2.0
  • 1151110

Companies mentioned:中央社、寬宏藝術

Visitor stung by bees at Wulai Waterfall; doctor advises medical evaluation even without symptoms

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Multiple tourists were stung by wasps at Wulai Waterfall in New Taipei this afternoon, with a total of 6 people taken to hospital. Doctors cautioned that wasp venom can trigger allergic or toxic reactions, and people should seek medical evaluation promptly even if they have no symptoms at the time.

Facts

  • 6 members of the public
  • 3 people were taken to 新店耕莘醫院
  • 3 people were taken to 慈濟醫院 for treatment
  • A total of 4 wasp-sting patients were treated
  • Including 2 Taiwanese nationals
  • 1 Filipino national
  • 1 American

Companies mentioned:中央通訊社、新北市消防局、新店耕莘醫院、慈濟醫院、天主教耕莘醫院、中央社

Beijing scholar cites Hong Kong as an example, saying it is essential to foster national and ethnic identity from childhood

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Beijing scholar Han Qiang cited Hong Kong’s Occupy Central movement to emphasize the importance of fostering national and ethnic identity from childhood. He also mentioned the case of a Chinese student disciplined by 莫斯科大學 for wearing clothing emblazoned with the Rising Sun flag, noting that the Chinese Communist Party attaches importance to ideological education and the development of teaching materials.

Facts

  • Hong Kong’s 2014 Occupy Central movement
  • The National Textbook Work Conference convened in Beijing on Sept. 8
  • Since the fall semester of 2021

Companies mentioned:中央社記者、北京外國語大學、莫斯科大學、人民日報

Chinese scholar discusses Xi Jinping’s thought on Party building, saying it addresses the challenges of the times and the anti-corruption drive will not stop

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Chinese scholar Han Qiang said that “Xi Jinping’s thought on Party building” emerged in response to the circumstances of the times and four major tests. He stressed that the anti-corruption drive would not be scaled back and noted that 58 centrally managed officials had fallen from power as of Nov. 6.

Facts

  • June 15 this year
  • The 7th
  • 58 people

Jensen Huang’s affair revives concerns over old Chinese spy cases; Philippine military says it will continue guarding against infiltration

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The extramarital affair involving 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang has drawn attention. The Philippine military said it continues to implement an internal threat program to guard against espionage and infiltration. Tensions between the Philippines and China have risen over disputes in the South China Sea, while a series of suspected Chinese espionage cases in recent years, including the Guo Huaping case and an incident involving a foreign national in the coast guard, point to tighter national security screening in the Philippines.

Facts

  • At least 36 Chinese nationals
  • Elected in May 2022
  • Arrested and deported in September 2024
  • In November 2025, by a local court in the Philippines
  • Arrests in succession in the first half of 2025

Companies mentioned:輝達、中央社

Blue camp unveils ten major election dirty tricks to watch for, urges public to report them courageously

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 國民黨 Legislative Yuan caucus unveiled “1128 measures to prevent ten major election dirty tricks,” firmly urging government agencies to maintain administrative and judicial neutrality and calling on voters to reject rumors and smears and courageously report election dirty tricks.

Facts

  • Ten major dirty tricks
  • 1128 measures to prevent ten major dirty tricks
  • 1151110

Companies mentioned:國民黨、中央社

Taiwan black bear caught in a trap and left with a severed paw recovers; tribal elders name it “芭甘” and return it to the wild

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taiwan black bear “芭甘” was trapped and left with a severed paw in Miaoli County’s Tai’an Township early this year. After months of care and recovery, and training for life in the wild, it was given a name and blessed by elders of the Tengu tribe before returning to the mountains today.

Facts

  • About 30 kilograms
  • Its weight also reached about 50 kilograms

Companies mentioned:中央社、農業部林業及自然保育署新竹分署、生物多樣性研究所、台北市立動物園、雪霸國家公園管理處、保七總隊第五大隊、野聲環境生態有限公司

76% of countries at Shanghai’s CIIE national exhibition are from the “Global South”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

About 76% of the participating countries at the 9th China International Import Expo’s country exhibition are from the “Global South,” while only 23% are from Europe and the United States. Gabon participated for the first time and was invited to deliver remarks.

Facts

  • 76%
  • 23%
  • 66
  • 50
  • 15
  • 20
  • 30%

英業達: Server momentum to remain strong in 2027; customer demand and plans unchanged

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

英業達 reported third-quarter results, with earnings per share of NT$0.71. General Manager Tsai Chih-an said servers and smart devices would maintain positive growth in 2027, while notebook shipments would remain flat. Customer demand has not changed because of the U.S. midterm elections, and the Texas plant will continue to develop.

Facts

  • Earnings per share of NT$0.71
  • Down about 35% quarter over quarter
  • Down about 7% year over year
  • NT$272.094 billion
  • Up 1% quarter over quarter
  • Up 54% year over year
  • Gross margin was 4.2%
  • Net profit of about NT$2.538 billion
  • Consolidated revenue of NT$742.261 billion
  • Up 43% year over year
  • Net profit of NT$8.861 billion
  • Up 34% year over year
  • Earnings per share of NT$2.47

Companies mentioned:英業達、英華達、中央社

British comedian Russell Brand sentenced to more than 10 years in sexual assault case

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

British comedian Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison for multiple sex offenses. The judge condemned him as a “sexual predator” and said his fame had protected him in the past.

Facts

  • A total prison sentence of 10 years and 6 months
  • Russell Brand, 51
  • One count of rape against 4 women
  • And 3 counts of sexual assault
  • Between 2004 and 2009

Companies mentioned:中央社、法新社、星期日泰晤士報、泰晤士報、第四頻道、Dispatches

Tung Tzu-wei says Hsieh Kuo-liang is creating a political enemy; Hsieh responds that his opponent is the one destroying political rivals

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

After a Keelung mayoral debate, DPP candidate Tung Tzu-wei accused his opponent Hsieh Kuo-liang of creating a political enemy. Hsieh countered that Tung was the one destroying political rivals. The two traded criticism over municipal issues including MRT construction, commuting problems and employment hubs.

Facts

  • The Keelung Smart Technology Park alone covers 500,000 ping
  • The 25 buildings also offer 50,000 job opportunities

Companies mentioned:中央社、Facebook

Several Chinese banks raise U.S. dollar deposit rates to ease pressure from yuan appreciation

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Several Chinese banks have raised U.S. dollar deposit rates, with the highest reaching 4.5%, to retain dollar deposits and ease pressure from yuan appreciation. The central bank also raised the foreign exchange reserve requirement ratio to 6%.

Facts

  • More than 6 banks
  • Interest rates reached 4.5%
  • The central parity rate was 6.7167 on the 10th
  • Up 21 points from the 9th
  • Cumulative increase of about 10%
  • Raised by about 80 basis points
  • About 4.8%
  • Raised rates 2 times
  • Deposits exceeding US$50,000
  • More than 4%
  • The current 4%
  • Raised to 6%

Companies mentioned:路透社、中央社、荷蘭國際集團、ING、中國人民銀行

Li Sichuan, Chiang Chi-chen and Ko Chih-en form 333 alliance, vow to be a pillar of support for the people and win election

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Sichuan, Taichung mayoral candidate Chiang Chi-chen and Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en, all of the 國民黨, formed the “333 alliance” and campaigned at Huangshi Market in Banqiao District. They highlighted their rapport and cooperation on municipal affairs and sought support from centrist voters.

Facts

  • 333 alliance
  • Combined population of more than 9.6 million
  • About 4 tenths of Taiwan’s population

Lee Yuan-tseh celebrates 90th birthday; Chen Chien-jen, Morris Chang and others attend

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

中研院 celebrated the 90th birthday of its former president Lee Yuan-tseh. 台積電 founder Morris Chang, 中研院 President Chen Chien-jen and other guests attended to offer their congratulations.

Facts

  • 90 years old
  • Nov. 19
  • More than 100 people
  • 1986
  • 1982
  • From 1994 to 2006

Companies mentioned:中研院、台積電、和信醫院、海基會

Macau hands former pro-democracy lawmaker Au Kam-san a lengthy sentence; U.S. strongly condemns ruling

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Macau sentenced former pro-democracy lawmaker Au Kam-san to 12 and a half years in prison on a charge of subverting state power. The U.S. strongly condemned the ruling and criticized Beijing for using national security powers to suppress dissent.

Facts

  • 12 and a half years in prison
  • Au Kam-san, 69
  • Closed-door proceedings lasted 3 days
  • Since it was promulgated in 2009
  • Tightened in the 2023 revision
  • Arrested in July 2025

Companies mentioned:中央社、法新社、美國駐港澳總領事館

Three major institutional investors sell a net NT$14.823 billion in Taiwan stocks

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan stocks closed at 42,711.92 points today, with the three major institutional investors posting combined net sales of NT$14.823 billion. Investment trusts recorded net purchases of NT$36.829 billion, while securities dealers, foreign investors and mainland Chinese investors were net sellers.

Facts

  • Rose 1,050.22 points
  • Closed at 42,711.92 points
  • Original成交值新台幣1兆33.39億元
  • Net sales of NT$14.823 billion
  • Securities dealers recorded net sales of NT$17.536 billion
  • Investment trusts recorded net purchases of NT$36.829 billion
  • Foreign and mainland Chinese investors recorded net sales of NT$34.116 billion

輝達's family-business character is rare in Silicon Valley; whether Huang's children will succeed him draws attention

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

輝達 (Nvidia) CEO Jensen Huang has come under scrutiny over alleged extramarital affairs and espionage suspicions, while attention is also focused on family members holding senior positions at the company and the possibility of future succession.

Facts

  • Market capitalization in the trillions of dollars
  • Co-founded 輝達 in 1993
  • Jensen Huang, now 63

Companies mentioned:輝達、Nvidia、時人雜誌、People、華爾街日報、彭博、Bloomberg、酩悅軒尼詩-路易威登集團、LVMH、領英、LinkedIn

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