Investment in Oyster Therapeutics Limited, which is developing next-generation targeted protein degraders
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TOHO Ventures, operated by Global Brain, has invested in Oyster Therapeutics Limited, which is developing next-generation targeted protein degraders for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Now accepting orders for an acrylic character stand, die-cut sticker set, and thumbnail glitter sticker set from the TV anime 『春夏秋冬代行者 春の舞』!
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株式会社アズメーカー has begun accepting orders for new products from the TV anime 『春夏秋冬代行者 春の舞』—an acrylic character stand, die-cut sticker set, and thumbnail glitter sticker set—on its online store, 「きゃらON！」.
Now accepting orders for a character rubber mat, set of 2 holographic can badges, thumbnail glitter sticker set, and acrylic coaster (with stand) from the TV anime 『きみが死ぬまで恋をしたい』!
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株式会社アズメーカー has begun accepting orders on its online store, 「きゃらON！」, for new products from the TV anime 『きみが死ぬまで恋をしたい』: a character rubber mat, holographic can badge set, thumbnail glitter sticker set, and acrylic coaster.
Now accepting orders for a character rubber mat, acrylic key ring, and water- and light-resistant die-cut sticker from the TV anime 『カリスマ』!
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株式会社アズメーカー has begun accepting orders for a character rubber mat, acrylic key ring, and water- and light-resistant die-cut sticker from the TV anime 『カリスマ』 on its online store, 「きゃらON！」.
Now accepting orders for a T-shirt, B2 tapestry, character rubber mat, and acrylic character stand from the TV anime 『千歳くんはラムネ瓶のなか』!
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株式会社アズメーカー has begun accepting orders for new products from the TV anime 『千歳くんはラムネ瓶のなか』—a T-shirt, B2 tapestry, character rubber mat, and acrylic character stand—on its online store, 「きゃらON！」.
A special collaboration inspired by streamer アワワネコ: Furen E. Lustario and Sister Claire to livestream a watch-along of the anime 「リラックマ」!
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サンエックス株式会社 has announced that Furen E. Lustario and Sister Claire, VTubers affiliated with 「にじさんじ」, will hold a watch-along livestream for the anime 「リラックマ」.
Facts
Every Saturday at 9:25 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 13
Saturday the 14th
All 12 episodes
Episodes 25–29
Stream date and time: Friday, November 13, 22:00–
Episodes to watch: 1–12
Stream date and time: Saturday, November 14, 19:00–
Episodes available to watch: 13–24
Every Saturday from 9:25 a.m.
Every Saturday from 9:30 a.m.
More than 1,000 100% original characters
Companies mentioned：サンエックス株式会社、TBS、Production I.G、にじさんじ、チューリップテレビ、北陸放送、山陰放送、あいテレビ、ＲＫＢ毎日放送、長崎放送、熊本放送、南日本放送、宮崎放送、琉球放送、ABEMAプレミアム、Amazon Prime Video、DMM TV、dアニメストア、Hulu、Lemino、U-NEXT、WOWOWオンデマンド、アニメ放題、バンダイチャンネル、J:COM STREAM、milplus、TELASA、TBS FREE、TVer、YouTube、X、Instagram、TikTok、ABEMA、ニコニコチャンネル、レジェンドア
Post-event online sales begin for Afro Dog × THEキャラCAFESTAND!
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Post-event online sales for Afro Dog × THEキャラCAFESTAND are open on the 「THEキャラ」 website from Nov. 10 to Nov. 24, 2026. Shipping is scheduled to begin in mid-January 2027.
“I just don’t feel like trying anymore today.” Akari, a house-shaped light that adds a soft glow to autumn nights at home, takes 1st place in the 楽天市場 Daily Ranking
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Akari, a 3-way cordless LED light developed by BELLEMOND, a brand of Fun Standard株式会社 (part of the RKB Mainichi Holdings Group), took 1st place in 楽天市場's “Desk Lights and Table Lamps” category in the Daily Ranking. The retail price is 4,580 yen (tax included).
Details announced for the London leg of the Uma Musume Pretty Derby 7th EVENT world tour!
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株式会社Cygames announced that the London leg of the cross-media content Uma Musume Pretty Derby 7th EVENT WORLD TOUR “THE STAGE” will take place at Eventim Apollo on Jan. 19 and 20, 2027. Ticket sales will begin on Nov. 17, 2026, and an official tour with JTB will also be offered.
Facts
Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2027
VIP: £250
P1: £120
P2: £80
P3: £60
Nov. 17, 2026 (Tue.)
Smartphone version: Feb. 24, 2021
Companies mentioned：株式会社Cygames、Eventim、JTB、Apple Inc.、Cisco、Google LLC.、DMM GAMES、Steam、Google Play Games
[Advance preview now available] The November release from ことのは文庫, Onmyoji and the Tengu Eye: A Lonely Heart and a Wisteria-Scented Darkness, is available for a preview of its opening pages on the website ahead of publication!
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株式会社マイクロマガジン社 announced that the 6th installment in the Onmyoji and the Tengu Eye series will be published by ことのは文庫 on Nov. 20, 2026, and released an advance preview.
The highly anticipated sequel to Korea’s hugely popular, exhilarating crime-action series! Korean drama Crash 2: Road of Rage will premiere in Japan and stream exclusively on U-NEXT, with all episodes available at once, as a U-NEXT original from Nov. 16 (Monday)
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株式会社U-NEXT announced that the Korean drama Crash 2: Road of Rage will premiere in Japan and stream exclusively on U-NEXT, with all episodes available at once, as a U-NEXT original from Nov. 16, 2026.
Former SKE48 member says, “I can’t wait 2 years”; disagreements with her entrepreneur husband over when to have children. A former Paris Collection model and her husband, a former BreakingDown fighter, make their first appearance! Clash over how to divide household chores
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ABEMA announced that episode 2 of the reality show The End of This Terrible Marriage, which follows the realities of married life, will air on Nov. 11, 2026. The show features 3 couples, including former SKE48 member Rion and entrepreneur Koya, and former Paris Collection model Nana and gym owner Kenta.
New swordsman Hachihachi Okuniyoshi (voice: Nobuyuki Hiyama) joins the “Edo Castle Infiltration” event in Touken Ranbu ONLINE!
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合同会社EXNOA will hold the “Edo Castle Infiltration” event in the sword-training simulation Touken Ranbu ONLINE from Nov. 10, 2026, where players can obtain the new swordsman Hachihachi Okuniyoshi.
[Long-awaited digital release] Yuji Ihara’s occult mystery The Gate to the Demon Realm is now available! Complete edition also featuring a rare episode originally published in a doujinshi
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株式会社Gakken, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, released the e-book of Yuji Ihara’s occult mystery manga The Gate to the Demon Realm on Nov. 10, 2026. The complete edition includes approximately 100 pages of a rare episode and has a suggested retail price of 1,100 yen (tax included).
Winners and winning works announced for the 33rd Dengeki Novel Prize, Japan’s largest-scale open call for new writers!
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Winners and winning works have been selected from 5,088 submissions to the 33rd Dengeki Novel Prize, an open call for new writers sponsored by 株式会社KADOKAWA. The grand prize went to Konkyoseki for In This World That Sings of Magic, You Must Never Let Anyone Know That You Alone Are a Great Detective, which is scheduled to be published as a book from spring 2027 onward.
[7th edition] Back by popular demand! Deliciously soft and chewy “Traveling Tsubara Tsubara” at あべのハルカス 近鉄本店 from Nov. 13 (Friday)
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株式会社鶴屋吉信 will hold the 7th edition of the special “Traveling Tsubara Tsubara” sales event at Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Department Store from Nov. 13 to 15, 2026, to mark the 30th anniversary of its bestselling baked confection, Tsubara Tsubara.
Facts
30th anniversary of its release
7th
Friday, Nov. 13–Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
Original「塩小倉バター」１個 346円
“Salt Ogura Butter, Chestnut, and Ogura” set of 3: 1,059 yen
【野口観光グループ】Music Circle あけぼの to hold a kayō music festival! A musical journey through the eras with hit songs from Showa, Heisei and Reiwa♪
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野口観光グループ’s music circle “あけぼの” will hold a kayō music festival at Yunokawa Onsen Yumoto Takubokutei on December 19, 2026. The group performs hit songs from the Showa, Heisei and Reiwa eras and has about 10 members.
Facts
Dec. 19 (Sat)
Dec. 19, 2026
10 members in total
About 160 people
Companies mentioned：野口観光マネジメント株式会社、野口観光グループ、Mrs. Green Apple
Jewelry brand “BLOOM” to hold a limited-time POP UP STORE at 神戸阪急. Featuring items exclusive to 神戸阪急 and TSUNAGU semi-custom jewelry
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Jewelry brand “BLOOM,” operated by エステールホールディングス株式会社, will hold a limited-time POP UP STORE at 神戸阪急 from November 11 to December 1, 2026. The store will showcase items exclusive to 神戸阪急 and services including “TSUNAGU” semi-custom jewelry.
Korean beauty clinic ベンスクリニック to introduce new lifting device “ALLTITE (オールタイト)” from November
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Korean beauty clinic ベンスクリニック introduced the new lifting device “ALLTITE (オールタイト)” at selected locations in Japan starting in November 2026. The device uses its proprietary “DLTD®” technology to generate heat with electromagnetic energy, and is offered as a treatment aimed at improving facial contours and skin firmness and elasticity. It is currently available at 8 locations in Seoul, with trial sessions offered at special prices to mark its introduction.
Facts
Operates more than 70 locations across South Korea
The annual Hoonko memorial service, a gathering of gratitude — bringing together our gratitude to Saint Shinran
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築地本願寺, of the 浄土真宗本願寺派, will hold the Hoonko memorial service from November 11 to 16, 2026. The service, which expresses gratitude to Saint Shinran, will feature events including Buddhist chanting, gagaku court music and pipe organ performances, and will also be streamed live on YouTube.
Facts
From November 11 (Wednesday) to 16 (Monday), 2026
Held every year over 6 days, from November 11 to 16
Gagaku court music, with a history of about 1,400 years
The current main hall was completed in 1934 (Showa 9).
In 2014 (Heisei 26), the main hall, main gate and other structures were designated Important Cultural Properties of Japan.
It has become a temple that welcomes about 3 million visitors annually.
Limited-edition chocolates, with just 1,200 available! A roundup of treats from popular brands: the latest sweets at Daimaru Tokyo
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Sweets from popular brands are on sale at Daimaru Tokyo, including THE TAILOR’s chocolate sandwiches, limited-edition lollipop chocolates from ルぺパン, and warabi mochi from ツバメヤ.
Voting eligibility for the nine-in-one elections and referendum: 內政部 online lookup available through 11/12
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To help people check their voting eligibility for the nine-in-one elections and referendum, 內政部 has made an online lookup service available through Nov. 12 and reminded voters of the relevant qualifications and procedures for correcting voter rolls.
Facts
Voting and ballot counting will take place on the 28th
At least 20 years old
Those who have continued to reside there for at least 4 months
Voting eligibility for the Year 115 local public official elections
At least 18 years old
Those who have continued to reside there for at least 6 months
Household registration data as of 20 days before the election
Online lookup available from the 23rd to the 28th on the global website of 內政部戶政司
台林 approves capital increase for Vietnam subsidiary, totaling US$4.5 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台林 approved a capital increase for its Vietnam subsidiary totaling US$4.5 million, to fund plant construction and equipment purchases. The funds will come from its own resources.
Facts
Total amount: US$4.5 million
Cumulative holdings of the securities in this transaction, including this transaction: US$12 million
禾榮科 subsidiary acquires private placement shares in SAM Holdings, expanding its business footprint
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
禾榮科技 subsidiary Heron SG subscribed for 1.73 billion privately placed ordinary shares in SAM Holdings for SGD 53.63 million, securing a 50.09% stake and 500 million warrants. The investment will bring in advanced medical technologies such as BNCT and expand its international operations.
Facts
1.73 billion privately placed ordinary shares
Holds a 50.09% stake in SAM Holdings
Direct 100% ownership
SGD 0.031 per share
Total transaction amount: SGD 53.63 million
500 million warrants
Companies mentioned：禾榮科技、Heron Neutron Medical Singapore Pte. Ltd.、Heron SG、Singapore Institute of Advanced Medicine Holdings Ltd.、SAM Holdings
Wallace Huo gets deeply into character, takes stethoscope home; says AI will not replace him and he will not license his likeness
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Actor Wallace Huo plays a doctor in “Miracle in the Emergency Room” and got so deeply into character that he took a stethoscope home. Asked about AI, he said he would not be replaced and would not license his likeness for AI use.
The 9th CIIE concludes with US$85.45 billion in intended deals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 9th CIIE concluded in Shanghai, with intended deals over the course of a year reaching US$85.45 billion, up 2.3% from the previous edition. A total of 143 companies and organizations have signed up to participate in next year's 10th CIIE.
Controversy over Kao Wei-yuan's overseas university president search prompts NTHU to hold campus-wide opinion survey
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國立清華大學's university affairs meeting resolved to conduct a campus-wide opinion survey of faculty, staff and students regarding controversy over President Kao Wei-yuan's participation in an overseas university president search.
99-person cap on investors in uncertified offshore and private equity funds at Kaohsiung zone lifted, effective on the 11th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金管會 has revised the operating guidelines for financial industry applications to conduct pilot businesses at local asset management zones. At the Kaohsiung zone, 投信投顧業 and 券商 will be allowed to sell uncertified offshore funds or refer investors to private equity funds without the 99-person limit. Cross-border financial services will also be expanded. The measures take effect on the 11th.
聯合國 meeting reviewing Trump's human rights record draws criticism as US again stays away
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US will skip a 聯合國 meeting reviewing its human rights record under Trump, drawing criticism from human rights groups. The US withdrew from the 聯合國人權理事會 last year, and this marks its second consecutive year of absence from the meeting, which could be postponed as a result.
統一企業 and convenience store giants post record October revenue for the same period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
October revenue at 統一企業, 統一超 and 全家 all hit records for the same period, benefiting mainly from continued store expansion, holiday spending and differentiated product strategies.
Facts
統一企業 October revenue: NT$57.099 billion
Up 5.3% year over year
Revenue for the first 10 months totaled NT$594.152 billion
Up 4.35% year over year
October revenue: NT$32.078 billion
Up 7.26% year over year
Revenue for the first 10 months totaled NT$307.956 billion
Up 5.88% year over year
A combined total of 8341
Drove fresh food sales growth of nearly 1 tenth
October revenue: NT$9.764 billion
Up 0.5% year over year
Revenue for the first 10 months totaled NT$96.298 billion
大聯大's 3rd-quarter profit tops NT$10 billion for the first time, earnings per share at NT$5.96
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
IC distributor 大聯大 reported 3rd-quarter results, with quarterly revenue of NT$509.996 billion and after-tax net profit of NT$10.39 billion, the first time profit has topped NT$10 billion and a record high. It also announced its 4th-quarter financial forecast and October revenue.
Facts
NT$509.996 billion
After-tax net profit: NT$10.39 billion
Earnings per share: NT$5.96
After-tax net profit: NT$24.559 billion
Revenue forecast: NT$480 billion to NT$530 billion
Zhou Xiaoyun, a 民眾黨 candidate for Taoyuan City council, is suspected of taking instructions from an infiltration source to participate in the election. New Taipei prosecutors ordered her released on NT$500,000 bail under the Anti-Infiltration Act and other charges, and barred her from leaving the country.
Facts
18 teams deployed to conduct raids
Ordered released on NT$500,000 bail
Each released on NT$300,000 bail
Released on bail ranging from NT$30,000 to NT$1 million
APEC set to open in Shenzhen; Macau bans flights for 12 days except public aviation, emergency rescue and police operations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To ensure the Shenzhen APEC meeting proceeds smoothly, 澳門民航局 announced a ban from the 11th to the 22nd on all flights except public commercial aviation, emergency rescue and police drone operations. 深圳市政府 has also imposed low-altitude flight controls.
Facts
Will be held in Shenzhen, China, from the 18th to the 19th
From the 11th to the 22nd
Phased implementation starting on the 7th
Flights banned throughout Shenzhen from the 11th to the 21st
The board of Chin Poon Electronics (Thailand) Public Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of 敬鵬工業 in Thailand, resolved to invest 6.823 billion baht from 2026 to 2029 to purchase equipment and expand capacity. Funding will come from its own resources and bank financing.
Strong AI-driven cargo demand helps 長榮航 and 華航 shake off oil price pressure
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Benefiting from strong cargo growth driven by AI, 長榮航 and 華航 maintained solid profits in the first 3 quarters and 3rd quarter. 星宇航空 posted a loss as fuel costs climbed and cargo revenue accounted for a small share.
Facts
華航's consolidated revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$185.94 billion
Net income attributable to the parent company was NT$11.002 billion
Consolidated revenue in the 3rd quarter was NT$66.094 billion
Net income attributable to the parent company was NT$6.799 billion
Consolidated revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$194.38 billion
The passenger load factor reached 81.5% in the first 9 months
華航's October revenue was NT$22.156 billion
Freight revenue accounted for NT$8.22 billion
Consolidated revenue reached NT$23.182 billion
星宇航空's 3rd-quarter revenue was NT$16.282 billion
Net loss after tax was NT$293 million
Revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$44.835 billion
Net loss after tax was NT$638 million
Up 61% from the same period last year
星宇航空's freight revenue for the first 3 quarters reached NT$5.19 billion
朱宗慶打擊樂團 wraps up 40th-anniversary celebrations with a 2-week tour of 5 U.S. cities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, 朱宗慶打擊樂團 embarked on a 2-week tour of 5 U.S. cities and was invited to perform at the 國際打擊樂藝術協會 annual conference (PASIC).
Affair raises national security concerns; Liang Cizhen says Jensen Huang would never betray the U.S.-Taiwan side
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達（NVIDIA） CEO Jensen Huang has been drawn into an espionage controversy over an extramarital affair. In an interview, 廣達 Vice Chairman Liang Cizhen said Huang is firmly on the side of the U.S. and Taiwan and would never betray them. He also said investment in AI infrastructure has not slowed as the United States seeks to maintain its global leadership.
Facts
The U.S. Congress has also asked Jensen Huang to attend a closed-door briefing on the matter on the 18th
Feng Delun misses Golden Horse best actor nomination and expresses regret, reveals tips for avoiding a midlife crisis
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Feng Delun stars in the Hong Kong film 《第四幕》 as a director facing a midlife crisis. He said he was disappointed not to be nominated for the Golden Horse Award for Best Leading Actor, and shared his tips for avoiding a midlife crisis: staying young at heart and curious about topics such as animation and blockchain.
Lai Ching-te campaigns for 林國漳 in Yilan, calling him the best choice for county magistrate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
民進黨 Chair Lai Ching-te traveled to Yilan to campaign, endorsing 林國漳 as the best choice for county magistrate. He noted that major projects, including extending high-speed rail to Yilan, elevating the railway, and Suhua An, have been approved or begun construction.
澎湖 steps up African swine fever prevention; 海巡署 and disease control agency intensify inspections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Disease Control Agency Director Du Lihua said 澎湖 is on the front line of the Taiwan Strait and ocean currents make it more vulnerable to carcasses of pigs that died from African swine fever washing ashore. She hopes to work with 海巡署 to strengthen border controls and inspections and prevent the outbreak from entering Taiwan.
文化部 partners with NSO to showcase achievements in technology for older adults; AI turns their stories into music
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
文化部 partnered with 國家交響樂團 and 資策會 to present achievements in applying technology and the arts for older adults at the National Concert Hall in Taipei, showcasing how AI can turn their stories into music and how the 愛樂實驗室 App can bring arts experiences into everyday life.
Facts
文化部 is advancing its "Action Plan for the Age-Tech Industry" and partnering with 國家交響樂團（NSO） to present achievements in applying technology and the arts for older adults.
文化部 is combining NSO's musical expertise with 資策會's technology research and development capabilities to advance the development of "AI-assisted music therapy and inclusion technology."
AI-assisted music therapy and inclusion technology integrates smart noise-canceling microphones, audio enhancement, and rhythm calibration, allowing older adults to participate in ensembles without any musical training.
The technology has been incorporated into NSO's "愛樂實驗室App," bringing arts experiences into everyday life.
This year, the project continued to improve real-time interactive drawing, turning images freely drawn by older adults into animated visuals.
魏秋宜, director-general of 文化部's Department of Integrated Planning, said this is the second year that 文化部 has partnered with NSO and 資策會 to promote the application of technology and the arts for older adults.
NSO recently went into the 花蓮馬太鞍 community to promote arts activities, which received an enthusiastic response.
Jensen Huang's affair entangled in espionage case; Taiwanese public expresses sympathy and disbelief
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang was reported to have had an affair with a suspected Chinese spy, prompting investigations by the FBI and 輝達's board. Many people in Taiwan expressed sympathy and questioned the claims, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it could not comment without evidence.
彭博: Chinese AI model developer 月之暗面 once obtained 輝達's advanced B300 chips
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
彭博 reported that Chinese AI developer 月之暗面 indirectly obtained 輝達 B300 chips and 美超微 servers through financing agreements, involving about RMB432 million. 月之暗面 denied any ties to 凌美芯, while 輝達 and 美超微 said it was not their customer.
Facts
Rented 32 servers made by U.S. manufacturer 美超微（Super Micro Computer）
The servers were worth RMB432 million
About NT$2.13 billion
月之暗面 signed a contract with Chinese company 凌美芯 on August 4
Applied for a RMB200 million loan from 北京中關村銀行
The amount was RMB345.6 million
RMB13.5 million per unit
About NT$67 million
As much as about 350% higher than U.S. market prices
New Taipei Christmas market opens on the 13th, with snowball fights and winter fun
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei City Government will launch the 2026 New Taipei Christmasland on November 13, with events running through December 27. Along with light displays, 14 businesses around Banqiao will offer special deals, and a winter sports party featuring snowball fights will be held on November 22, adding to the festive experience.
Facts
New Taipei Christmasland opens on November 13 and runs through December 27.
The Tourism and Travel Department has set up "萌樂小鎮" at New Taipei City Plaza and planned the "粉紅碼頭市集" at the Station Front Plaza.
The city government has opened the main Christmas tree, "萌幻飛行號," for a lighting test. A pedestrian bridge light corridor decorated with artificial roses has also been created as a "花廊."
People who register as members of the "食尚玩家" app can claim coupons for 14 specialty businesses around Banqiao.
The Sports Department will hold the "冬日萌遊運動咖集合！" sports party on November 22, featuring snowball fights, inline skating obstacle challenges, and tech parkour.
Registration for the snowball fight is by online reservation, with 5 people per team.
People at least 100 centimeters tall may line up to participate in the 可口可樂 interactive parkour tour truck, subject to on-site rules.
YouTube co-founder Steve Chen builds a startup bridge between Taiwan and Silicon Valley
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
YouTube co-founder Steve Chen founded Silicon Corridor to build a two-way bridge between Taiwan and Silicon Valley, address Taiwan's lack of a complete venture capital ecosystem, and help startups connect with the world.
Facts
YouTube co-founder Steve Chen recently founded Silicon Corridor in Taiwan.
Chen said Taiwan has become a global focus in AI, semiconductors, and hardware supply chains.
More than 7成 of the latest batch of startups are related to hardware or artificial intelligence.
Chen has more than 20 years of experience in Silicon Valley startups and investment.
Chen moved to Taiwan in 2019.
Taiwan has gained a leading position in data center construction and energy efficiency, physical hardware, and artificial intelligence-related fields.
FSC: Credit card spending exceeded NT$4.2 trillion in the first 9 months, a record for the same period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Financial Supervisory Commission said credit card spending in September reached NT$460 billion, a record for the same period, bringing the total for the first 9 months to NT$4.2239 trillion. Spending was strong, fueled by department store anniversary sales, the iPhone launch and the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday.
Facts
Credit card spending in September was about NT$460 billion, a record high for the same period in any year.
Credit card spending totaled NT$4.2239 trillion in the first 9 months of the year, a record high for the same period in any year.
As of the end of September, there were 32 credit card issuers, with about 59.61 million cards in circulation.
中信銀 led monthly card issuance in September, issuing more than 181,000 cards.
The total number of electronic payment account users was about 42.26 million, up 370,000 from the previous month.
In the first 3 quarters of fiscal 115, non-cash payment transactions totaled about 7.064 billion.
Financial Supervisory Commission Deputy Director-General Wang Yun-chung said he was confident the year-end target of 8 billion non-cash payment transactions would be achieved.
A shoulder pole presented to Zhang Jun symbolizes shouldering responsibility; Vice President Hsiao: Put party politics aside and put Hualien first
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim visited Hualien and presented a shoulder pole to independent county magistrate candidate Zhang Jun as a symbol of shouldering responsibility, urging people to set aside party affiliations and put Hualien first. The 國民黨 Hualien County chapter criticized Zhang Jun for leaning toward the pan-green camp.
Kinmen receives donated artifacts for film museum preparations; historical footage sought from Taiwan and abroad
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ching Ying-jui, chair of the 台灣電影文化資產保存協會, donated film artifacts to the Kinmen County Jinhu Township Office for a film museum in preparation, which also plans to collect historical footage of Kinmen from Taiwan and abroad.
Facts
Around 2018, efforts began to establish a film museum in Kinmen.
Chou Ni-an proposes agricultural policies for Penghu, including fallow land management and resumption of cultivation, and an agricultural economics college
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chou Ni-an proposed agricultural policies for Penghu, including establishing a management and commissioned-operation system for fallow land to restore abandoned farmland, and seeking to make 澎湖科技大學 a 台大 branch campus and establish an agricultural economics college. The proposals aim to train agricultural talent and address population outmigration.
Outflow pressure from foreign investors persists; New Taiwan dollar nearly falls below NT$33, but central bank defense lifts it 1.7 cents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign fund outflow pressure persisted, and the New Taiwan dollar briefly neared the NT$33 mark in morning trading. After the central bank stepped up its defense, the currency reversed course and closed at NT$32.865. Taiwan stocks extended their rebound, gaining 1,050.22 points.
Facts
Closed at 42,711.92 points
Gained 1,050.22 points
Hit a low of NT$32.97
Closed at NT$32.865
Up 1.7 cents
三 major institutional investors were net sellers of NT$14.823 billion in Taiwan stocks
Foreign investors continued selling, offloading NT$34.116 billion
國發基金 plans to refine its startup angel investment program by introducing a third-party valuation mechanism to assess whether share prices are reasonable, and to improve its investment management evaluation system to strengthen post-investment oversight. As of the end of September 115, it had invested in a total of 1,058 businesses, with total investments of about NT$106.8 billion, and had spurred more than NT$120 billion in private investment.
Facts
Cumulative investment in 1,058 businesses
Total investment of about NT$106.8 billion
國發基金 net asset value of NT$2.9329 trillion in September 115
Cumulative surplus remitted to the treasury over the years: NT$341.5 billion
Total: NT$3.2744 trillion
Original treasury allocation: NT$30.9 billion
Spurred more than NT$120 billion in private investment
Helped maintain employment for more than 66,000 people
Helped portfolio companies go public...202 companies
Obtained more than 11,000 intellectual property rights
寶島科 plans NT$390 million acquisition of 寶聯 to obtain 寶島眼鏡 trademark rights
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
寶島科 announced plans to acquire all equity in its affiliate 寶聯光學 for NT$390 million, aiming to bring the 寶島眼鏡 trademark rights in-house and integrate its procurement and logistics systems. After the deal closes, 寶聯 will become a wholly owned subsidiary. 寶島科 plans to convert all 75 of its franchise stores to company-operated outlets over the next 3 years.
Facts
NT$390 million
Over the next 3 years
Average annual profit of about NT$50 million to NT$70 million
A boost of about 3% to 5%
354 stores in total
279 are 寶島科 company-operated branches
The remaining 75 are independently operated optical shops
台灣大 earns NT$0.48 per share in October, regaining EPS crown among Taiwan's 3 major telecoms
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣大, 中華電信 and 遠傳電信 released their October financial results. 台灣大 regained the EPS crown among the 3 major telecoms with earnings per share of NT$0.48, while EBITDA at 中華電信 and 遠傳電信 both hit record highs for the same period.
Facts
Earnings per share of NT$0.48
中華電信's NT$0.46
遠傳電信's NT$0.34
It also led with earnings per share of NT$4.74 for the first 10 months.
Consolidated revenue of NT$23.75 billion
Net profit attributable to owners of the parent of NT$3.59 billion
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of NT$8.1 billion
October consolidated revenue rose 13.4% year over year
October revenue from information and communications technology businesses rose 39.9% year over year
Consolidated revenue of NT$212.69 billion for the first 10 months
Net profit attributable to owners of the parent of NT$36.56 billion
Earnings per share of NT$4.71
October unaudited consolidated revenue of NT$17.07 billion
Net income after tax of NT$1.5 billion
Unaudited consolidated revenue of NT$166.64 billion for the first 10 months
Malaysia High Court: Former prime minister Najib transferred to house arrest
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Malaysian High Court ordered former prime minister Najib to be transferred to house arrest at his residence effective immediately, until Aug. 23, 2028. Najib was sentenced in the SRC國際公司 case and, after receiving a reduced sentence through a royal pardon, was required to pay a 50 million ringgit fine. He was granted house arrest after 巫統 paid the fine on his behalf.
Accelerated and deferred patent examination proceed on parallel tracks; TIPO offers businesses flexible planning options
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Economic Affairs' Intellectual Property Office announced the results of running accelerated and deferred patent examination in parallel. Through the AEPRe program and an extension of the deadline for deferred examination, it provides businesses with flexible planning options.
Facts
A total of 87 AEPRe applications were received
The average examination period was just 23.8 days
As many as 97% were approved
Extended to 5 years
For design patents, the period was extended from 1 year to 2 years
The number of invention patent applications for deferred examination surged to 443
The average deferral period lengthened to 4.27 years
There were 153 design patent applications for deferred examination
Lin You-chang campaigns in Hsinchu, joins Chuang Ching-cheng's motorcade canvassing for support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chuang Ching-cheng, the DPP's Hsinchu mayoral candidate, invited former Interior Minister Lin You-chang to join him in a motorcade canvassing for votes. Lin shared his governing experience and urged residents to show their support.
European asset manager 東方匯理 enters Taiwan's ETF market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
東方匯理, Europe's largest asset management company, announced the launch of its first ETF in Taiwan, the “東方匯理 20-35-Year AAA to A-Rated U.S. Dollar Corporate Bond ETF” (00993B), marking an important milestone in its expansion in the Taiwanese market. It said it plans to continue broadening its product lineup.
Chiang Wan-an hands out stickers outside an MRT station; 北捷: consistent standards in upholding political neutrality
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an handed out safety stickers outside Daan MRT Station. 台北捷運公司 responded that it upholds political neutrality and applies consistent standards, noting that election activities are prohibited within the road-right-of-way area, while lawful activities outside it are handled by directing passenger flows according to conditions at the scene.
Facts
Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
Original中央社記者 楊淑閔 台北10日電
During an event around Dahu Park Station on the evening of the 7th
和碩 October revenue hits second-highest monthly level at NT$188 billion, boosted by AI server momentum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
和碩 reported consolidated revenue of about NT$188.075 billion in October, up 59.6% year over year and the second-highest monthly figure on record, mainly benefiting from growth in AI server shipments. Revenue for the first 10 months reached NT$1.096 trillion.
Facts
October consolidated revenue of about NT$188.075 billion
Down 12.4% from the previous record high in September
Up 59.6% year over year
Cumulative consolidated revenue for the first 10 months of this year exceeded NT$1 trillion, reaching NT$1.096 trillion
和泰車 October revenue hits a record for the same period; 汎德永業 posts profit exceeding 1 share capital in the first 3 quarters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
和泰車 posted record October revenue for the same period, also setting a record for the first 10 months. 汎德永業 reported profit exceeding 1 share capital in the first 3 quarters, with strong new BMW orders.
Facts
NT$25.976 billion
Down 2.9% month over month
Up 4.77% year over year
Revenue of NT$267.167 billion for the first 10 months
Growth of 13.42% year over year
Japanese dealerships contributed NT$3.65 billion to October revenue
Accounted for 14.1% of group revenue
About 14,900 new vehicle registrations
Market share of 39.2%
Taiwan's auto market remains at 430,000 vehicles
Consolidated revenue of NT$31.926 billion for the first 3 quarters
Consolidated gross margin of 11.66%
Operating profit of NT$1.032 billion
Cumulative profit attributable to owners of the parent of NT$857 million
Extend retirement age for public-sector nurses? 台大醫院 chief: More flexibility could be discussed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the issue of extending the retirement age for public-sector nurses, 台大醫院 President Yu Chung-jen said the current rules were set decades ago and times have changed, so more flexibility could be discussed. The nurses' association supports expanding nurses' freedom of choice and recommends extending the mandatory retirement age for nurses in hazardous and arduous roles to 64.
Facts
Voluntary early retirement at age 55
The mandatory retirement age is 60
Nearly 7 tenths of nurses are public employees
Retire after working until age 64
There are currently about 40 or 50 returnees at NTU alone.
New Matsu Coast Guard vessel enters service, with 45-knot top speed to boost maritime response
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
馬祖海巡隊 held a commissioning and blessing ceremony at Fu'ao Harbor in Nangan Township for its newly built PP-35103 vessel. The vessel has an aluminum-alloy hull, twin high-speed engines and a waterjet propulsion system, with a top speed of 45 knots and a range of 600 nautical miles. It is also equipped with a high-pressure firefighting system with a range of 60 meters to improve maritime patrol, law enforcement and rescue capabilities.
Technology stocks lead Asian markets higher; South Korean stocks surge more than 4%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Asian markets mostly closed higher, extending Wall Street's gains in technology stocks. Seoul shares surged more than 4%, buoyed by bargain hunting and confidence in investment in the AI industry.
Facts
The Nasdaq Composite closed up 2.84% yesterday
The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) surged 220.28 points at the close
Expectations of an end to the US-Iran war grow; Brent crude falls below $90 for the first time since August
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As optimism grows that the war between the United States and Iran could end, North Sea Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, fell below $90 per barrel for the first time since August. U.S. President Donald Trump said the Iran war was “basically over,” playing down concerns about an expansion of military operations.
Taichung's Waipu Fire Brigade to relocate; new station to include separate space for women
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台中市政府 is investing nearly NT$100 million in relocating the Waipu Fire Brigade of the 消防局. The new station will include separate space for women to improve frontline working conditions and is scheduled to open by the end of 117.
JR東日本 to introduce walk-through gates in 2028, eventually allowing passengers to enter and exit stations without taking out their phones
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
JR東日本 announced that it will officially introduce “walk-through gates” in spring 2028, allowing Mobile Suica users to enter and exit stations without taking out their phones. The initial rollout will cover all stations on the Yamanote Line, Narita Airport and Tokyo Monorail airport stations, among 40 stations. A trial program will begin in April 2027, with the goal of bringing the technology to all stations with automatic ticket gates by March 2032.
北富銀's Seoul representative office in South Korea upgraded to branch; FSC approves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Financial Supervisory Commission approved Taipei Fubon Bank's application to upgrade its representative office in Seoul, South Korea, to a branch. 北富銀 hopes the move will strengthen its Northeast Asia presence and promote Taiwan-South Korea trade and economic ties.
Facts
March 21, 2024
A total of 1, including 元大儲蓄銀行（韓國）, a South Korean subsidiary established by 元大金
New version of You'll See released; Hui-ting laughs, saying she never thought it would become a hit back then
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To mark the 20th anniversary of its 2nd album, Tizzy Bac has rearranged and released a 20th-anniversary version of its signature song “You'll See.” Lead vocalist Hui-ting said she never expected the song to become a hit at the time. The band will hold a concert at the Taipei Music Center on January 23 next year.
Questioned over alleged vote-buying, Taipei City Councilor Hsu Li-hsin says he will go on a hunger strike to defend his innocence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Independent Taipei City Councilor Hsu Li-hsin was searched and questioned by investigators over alleged vote-buying. Hsu denied the allegations and said he would go on a hunger strike to defend his innocence.
Facts
Consumer vouchers with a combined face value of NT$200
Distributed 300 sets each of consumer vouchers with a combined face value of NT$200
More than 20 people were brought in for questioning.
來億-KY approves changes to investment plan for Vietnam subsidiary; total remains at US$65.63 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
來億-KY announced changes to its investment plan for its Vietnamese subsidiary 樂億II責任有限公司, with the total investment remaining at US$65.63 million (about NT$2.13 billion). The funds will come from a cash capital increase and be used to build a new factory, expand operations and repay loans from related parties.
Deepening traffic safety education for older adults; 327 people qualified as road safety instructors over 2 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
交通部 held an awards and certification ceremony for road safety instructors for 114 and 115, with 327 people qualifying as certified instructors over the 2 years. Outstanding contributors were also recognized.
Facts
327 people qualified as certified road safety instructors over the 2 years
Has continued going into communities for 15 consecutive years
Taiwanese restaurant chains realize their American dream and expand beyond the Chinese market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese restaurant operators continue to expand in the United States. 八方雲集 has grown to 17 locations and entered Texas, while 美食-KY's 85度C now has more than 100 U.S. locations. 聯發國際 and 六角 are also planning separate expansions into North America and South Asia.
HBL's Songshan marks 30th anniversary, aiming for 3-peat with a fresh-start mindset
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the HBL 松山高中 basketball team. The school has won 8 championships and holds the only 3-peat record in the boys’ division, achieved in the 97–99 academic years. Coach 葉韋喬 said the team would start from scratch and strive for its 2nd 3-peat, and discussed its offseason training camps in the Philippines and Japan. The 115 academic year HBL boys’ preliminary round begins on the 20th at Kaohsiung Fengshan Stadium.
Four major international organizations back 張嘉郡, who pledges to donate election subsidies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國民黨 Yunlin County mayoral candidate 張嘉郡 attended the founding ceremony of a support association backed by four major international organizations and pledged to donate her election subsidy if elected. She said she would continue former county magistrate 張麗善’s care for children under guardianship, setting up a NT$50,000 time deposit and long-term investment assets for each child.
Northern Taiwan to see low of 17 degrees early on the 11th; weekend highs could reach 30 degrees as temperatures turn warmer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Weather Administration forecast early-morning lows of about 17 to 19 degrees in northern Taiwan on the 11th, with temperatures rising in central and southern areas. Temperatures will climb from the 12th through the weekend, with highs in western Taiwan reaching 30 degrees. A front and the northeasterly monsoon are expected to affect Taiwan again next week.
蕭煌奇 performs charity song “Your Wings,” jokes he caught a cold while taking wedding photos in Hokkaido
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Golden Melody Award-winning singer 蕭煌奇 attended a news conference for the charity initiative “Let Me Be Your Wings,” saying he decided to give back after receiving help from groups including 全方位樂團. He also joked that he caught a cold from the chilly weather while taking wedding photos in Hokkaido recently, and said he plans to hold his wedding next March.
兆捷 to list on the Innovation Board in December, aims to break even and expand Kaohsiung Qiaotou plant
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
兆捷科技 expects to list on the Innovation Board in early December and is aiming to break even this year. The company plans to build a new plant in Qiaotou, Kaohsiung, with the two plants together targeting NT$10 billion in revenue, while continuing to expand shipments of self-manufactured specialty electronic gases.
Facts
Expected to list in early December
The existing Tongluo plant has annual revenue of about NT$700 million
Original將來銅鑼廠滿載時一年營收可達30、40億元
With the addition of the new Kaohsiung Qiaotou plant, revenue could exceed NT$6 billion
Capital of NT$390 million
Combined gas revenue reached NT$534 million in the first 3 quarters of 2026
Self-manufactured gas revenue is expected to account for 30% to 35% in 2027
奇鋐 earns NT$73.86 per share in first 3 quarters, upbeat about 4th quarter and 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
奇鋐 reported its 3rd-quarter results, with earnings per share reaching NT$73.86 in the first 3 quarters, as both revenue and profit hit record highs. The company is optimistic about operations in the 4th quarter and 2027, expecting ASIC-related revenue to surpass GPU revenue led by 輝達. It will continue to expand capacity, with capital expenditure in 2027 projected to reach as much as NT$20 billion.
Facts
Earnings per share reached NT$73.86 in the first 3 quarters
Quarterly revenue of NT$59.089 billion
Up 20.3% quarter over quarter
Up 51.8% year over year
Net profit attributable to the parent company was NT$11.564 billion
Quarterly earnings per share of NT$29.32
Capital expenditure this year is expected to reach about NT$15 billion
周渝民 stars in Korean adaptation, hurls profanities; 張鈞甯 puts up a strong fight against depression
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
周渝民 and 張鈞甯 star in the Mandarin-language adaptation of the Korean drama “Our Blues” and attended a news conference to discuss filming. 張鈞甯 lost 3 kilograms and conducted field research to portray a character with depression, while 周渝民 used his character’s profanities to relieve stress. Producer 柴智屏 said she was not afraid of comparisons with the Korean version, adding that a good story is worth interpreting in different ways.
黃仁勳’s alleged affair embroiled in suspected espionage controversy: A timeline
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
CNA reported that 輝達 (Nvidia) CEO 黃仁勳’s alleged affair became entangled in a suspected espionage controversy. The timeline spans 2023 through November 2026 and involves companies including Megaspeed and 第七大道控股, as well as investigations by the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Justice and interactions with policies under 川普.
NTU emergency department sees more than 300 patients a day on over 100 days; integrated ward set for trial run in December
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台大醫院 Vice Superintendent 陳晉興 said the emergency department saw more than 300 patients in a day on over 100 days this year, a record high. To ease overcrowding, the hospital plans to begin a trial run of an “integrated medical-surgical ward” in December, initially opening 11 beds. It has also applied for 20 beds under the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s observation program, hoping to divert patients with mild conditions.
Facts
More than 300 emergency department visits in a day
On more than 100 days
The figure even exceeded 400 at one point during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday
Last year, the hospital admitted more than 300 patients in a day on 88 days
吳旭智 and 曾聖凱 promote pet policies; 邱臣遠 proposes NT$40,000 childbirth allowance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 nine-in-one elections have put livelihood issues at the center of the Zhubei mayoral race. 國民黨 candidate 吳旭智 proposes adding pet parks and introducing a pet-friendly certification program; 民進黨 candidate 曾聖凱 calls for pet-friendly trails and activity zones; and 民眾黨 candidate 邱臣遠 proposes increasing the childbirth allowance to NT$40,000 per birth, alongside several childcare subsidies.
Facts
Exceeded the number of newborns for 3 consecutive years
Childbirth allowance increased to NT$40,000 per birth
Usage period extended to 6 months after childbirth
Publicly funded extended childcare until 7 p.m.
“Fresh milk every week” for schoolchildren aged 2 to 15
Myanmar military government urges U.S. to resume engagement and expand investment in rare earth deposits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Myanmar’s military government urged the United States to step up bilateral engagement and expand investment in rare earth mines to deepen ties and align with U.S. national security priorities. China currently dominates the rare earth industry, and Washington is encouraging Myanmar to improve the operating environment and promote peace.
Sun Moon Lake fireworks and music concert on 11/14; unattended camera tripods occupying space to be forcibly removed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To maintain public safety and the quality of recreation during the Sun Moon Lake fireworks and music concert, the Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area Administration is stepping up patrols and will forcibly remove unattended camera tripods and personal belongings occupying public spaces.
BWF Kumamoto Masters: 王齊麟/邱相榤 rally to beat fellow Taiwanese and reach last 16
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the BWF Kumamoto Masters, Taiwan men’s doubles pair 王齊麟/邱相榤 battled through 3 games to rally past fellow 土銀球團 players 陳子睿/林煜傑 and advance to the last 16. 李哲輝/楊博軒 also defeated a Japanese pair to advance, while 李芳任/李芳至 exited in the opening round.
US-Iran hostilities continue as Iran showcases trade ties at Shanghai expo
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Iran is exhibiting at the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai, where it has set up a national pavilion inspired by the ancient city of Persepolis and displayed handmade carpets valued at RMB 7 million. It also highlighted efforts to expand economic and trade ties with China through oil, natural gas and specialty foods despite sanctions.
Facts
Priced at RMB 7 million
About NT$33.6 million
Held from the 5th to 10th at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai
The venue has 66 national pavilions
Area of 1.56 meters
Took 3 years to weave
The gold thread weighs 2.5 kilograms
55th anniversary of Iran-China diplomatic relations
10th anniversary of the comprehensive strategic partnership
Telecom operators race to tap space market as multi-orbit satellites and direct-to-phone services gain momentum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The telecom trio (中華電信, 台灣大哥大 and 遠傳) is racing to tap the space market, developing multi-orbit satellite and direct-to-phone technologies. 中華電信 plans to put its first dedicated satellite into service in 2027, while 台灣大哥大 and 遠傳 are advancing integrated satellite-terrestrial networks and direct-to-phone satellite services.
Facts
Expected to enter service in the second half of 2027
中華電信 successively obtained commercial permits in 2025 for OneWeb low-Earth-orbit and SES O3b mPOWER medium-Earth-orbit satellites
The 2026 Taiwan International Space Conference and Space Industry Expo will be held at the Greater Tainan Convention and Exhibition Center from Nov. 8 to 10
Companies mentioned：中華電信、台灣大哥大、遠傳、SES、Eutelsat OneWeb、Astranis MicroGEO、AST SpaceMobile、Elveo Mobile、相宇集團、亞馬遜、Amazon Leo