Reported over 1 year ago
In response to the upcoming EU Battery Law, Apple has developed a new 'battery adhesive removal' technology making it easier for consumers to replace iPhone batteries, reducing barriers to self-repair. This new technology will be implemented in the upcoming iPhone 16 series. As battery replacement has become crucial for extending smartphone lifespan, this innovation aims to increase repairability for users, although professional assistance is still recommended due to the intricate process involved in dismantling the device.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The groundbreaking ceremony for the largest shopping and entertainment center in Taiwan, 'D-ONE', took place on June 30, 2024, in Taichung. Dubbed as the largest commercial development project near the high-speed rail station, with an investment exceeding NT$26 billion, D-ONE is expected to accommodate 800 to 1,000 merchants and generate an annual revenue of around NT$35 billion, becoming the country's biggest department store shopping and entertainment center. The project was officially launched by TSMC's Chairman Rondy Ishida, and various officials attended the event to celebrate the beginning of the construction. Once completed by the end of 2026, D-ONE will be the largest comprehensive entertainment shopping mall in Taiwan, with a total floor area of 90,000 ping, surpassing Taichung's Shin Kong Mitsukoshi and Taipei 101. The development aims to boost the local economy and promote Taichung as a major exhibition city.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Following a recent downturn of nearly two years, the global smartphone market is expected to see a new wave of recovery in the second half of this year with the help of AI applications. The spotlight is on Apple's iPhone 16 series and Google's Pixel 9, driving performances of major players in the smartphone supply chain. According to IDC's latest report, global smartphone shipments in 2024 are estimated to grow by 4%, reaching 1.21 billion units, and expected to increase by 2.3% next year. Factors contributing to the resurgence include brands actively adopting AI applications to attract consumers and the ongoing increase in 5G penetration and popularity. Industry insiders emphasized the irreversible trend of 5G and AI, indicating that flagship smartphones must incorporate AI features to remain competitive in the market.
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Reported over 1 year ago
市場消息指出，蘋果可能在2024年6月推出iPhone 16系列機型，配備更高性能的A18晶片，預計算力將超越旗下M4晶片，使新機能更有效地處理各種AI任務。這將帶動高階手機應用市場，對供應鍊如台積電、鴻海、大立光等有正面影響。蘋果的AI實力展現也預估將激發用戶升級意願，對市場和供應鏈表現有望帶來積極影響。
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Reported over 1 year ago
During the visit of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang to Taiwan on June 30, 2024, a frenzy of AI (artificial intelligence) was sparked. Chairman Huang Chong-ren of TSMC (6770) stated that Taiwan is the AI capital, with all hardware being produced in Taiwan, including AI chips and servers. Maintaining high competitiveness through industry-government cooperation will lead Taiwan to sustain a leading position in the AI era. Huang emphasized Taiwan's terrifying semiconductor industry competitiveness, attributing it to talent, technology, efficiency, and low operational costs in Taiwan. The article also highlights TSMC founder Morris Chang's belief that Taiwan has at least a 15-year advantage in semiconductors over other countries due to the challenging relocation of semiconductor plants. Tapping into Taiwan's talent pool and successful industry-academia cooperation have positioned Taiwan as a global leader in semiconductor production and AI innovation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
TSMC is expected to see a surge in capital expenditure in 2025 due to strong demand, particularly for 2nm chips. The company is rumored to invest between $32 to $36 billion in 2025, marking a 12.5% to 14.3% increase. ASML and Applied Materials are anticipated to benefit from this capital expenditure increase, with potential ripple effects on other associated factories. TSMC remains focused on long-term structural market demand, with plans for 2nm production and capacity expansion progressing towards 2025.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The chairman of the First Grand International, Yuji Harashima, announced on June 30, 2024, that 'D-ONE The First Grand World' features six innovative highlights, including a 20,000 square meter landscaped green space, boutique avenue, 24-hour never-ending city, and an unprecedented integrated complex. This project will transplant the international and Japanese railway economy to Taiwan, offering a fresh experience for consumers and travelers. The development includes unique elements like a large outdoor green plaza, a 500-meter-long boutique avenue, and an underground and five-story mall with various entertainment facilities. It also boasts Taiwan's largest food and beverage space and a complex integrating luxury shopping, a five-star hotel, commercial buildings, conference center, exhibition hall, theater, and art museum, creating a never-before-seen integrated entity in Taiwan.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Ministry of the Environment is scheduled to hold the fourth carbon fee rate review meeting on the 5th, with one consensus and four points of contention among committee members. The meeting is expected to address deep water rates for the first time, along with discussions on reduction effectiveness under different fee rate scenarios and impact assessments. The progress of the carbon fee review has been slow, with the main consensus being the desire for the carbon fee mechanism to be implemented soon. However, disagreements persist on initial rates, exemptions, preferential mechanisms, and carbon right deduction rates. This ongoing debate is influenced by the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism entering its second phase, pushing for clarity in Taiwan's domestic system. The four main points of contention include initial fee rates, exemptions, adjustments for high carbon leakage-risk industries, and policies on carbon right offsetting, with industry leaning towards wider offsetting coverage to encourage carbon reduction, while environmental groups raise concerns about potential shifts in responsibilities due to such policies.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The latest statistics from the Ministry of Finance show that in 2022, the number of households with comprehensive income over 2 million exempt from tax has exceeded 300, reaching 318, which is a significant increase of 79 households compared to 2021. This increase is attributed to adjustments in various deduction amounts benefiting high-income individuals. The analysis also reveals a widening income gap between the highest and lowest income brackets, with scholars suggesting subsidies on electricity prices for low-income individuals and increased taxes on high-income earners through investments to achieve tax fairness.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Ukrainian actress Jiana and Malaysian actor Zuxiong, who recently got married, shared their parenting experiences on social media. Zuxiong expressed anger after an Uber driver took off with his daughter still in the vehicle, calling the driver reckless and emphasizing his determination to protect his child. This incident follows Jiana's recent encounter with neglectful parenting at a park, prompting her to speak out against such behavior.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, at 6:36 p.m., Tzu Chi Elementary School in Walnut, California, held its 2023 academic year graduation ceremony. Many distinguished guests were invited to attend and present awards to students, including bilingual achievement medals, praising the children for laying a solid foundation in language abilities while integrating Chinese culture and Tzu Chi's humanities. More on DA.AI News: Fast Fashion Becomes Disaster Earth Almost Drowned in Clothes Good Morning Tzu Chi │ COP29 Pre-Meeting Seeks Solutions for Food Crisis
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, at 6:35 PM, Tzu Chi Medical Association and volunteer teams traveled to Sanzhi and Pingxi districts in New Taipei City to provide home medical consultations. Upon seeing Tzu Chi volunteers and medical staff, some elderly residents living alone opened up and chatted, improving their mood. The volunteers included Huang Yaoting, Zhang Yichuan, Xu Xidong, Chen Yiwei, Chen Wenzhen, Zeng Boxiang, and Qiu Yujuan.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to SET News, on June 20, 2024, at 6:35 pm, entertainment center / by Zhang Jianing, 28-year-old Chinese male singer Jiang Zhihao, who participated in the talent show 'Youth With You 3', revealed his battle with lung cancer last year and was recently informed by doctors that the cancer cells have spread to his brain membrane, leaving him with only 3 months to live. He shared his current condition on Weibo, expressing that he often experiences severe headaches and thoughts of ending it all, leading to an outpouring of support from fans. Jiang Zhihao, who does not smoke or drink, remains optimistic yet struggles with physical and mental challenges due to the cancer's progression.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In the upcoming UK general election on July 4, polls continue to show that the ruling Conservative Party led by Prime Minister Sounak is significantly behind the main opposition Labour Party, facing a predicted disastrous defeat. The possibility of Labour securing over 400 seats, a historic victory, is high, potentially leading to the return of Labour to Downing Street. This political gamble by Sounak, where the Conservatives might fall to around 100 seats, risks making him the first sitting UK Prime Minister to lose seats. The uncertainty surrounding the election is exacerbated by the participation of Brexit champion Farage with the far-right 'Reform UK' party, adding to the Conservatives' challenges. Sounak's decision to hold the election early has been seen as a risky move, with economic conditions and recent tax policies not favoring the Conservative Party, especially after the Bank of England's decision to potentially lower interest rates in August, signaling a possible end to the Conservative reign.
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Reported over 1 year ago
As the crisis in the Red Sea intensifies due to conflicts in Lebanon and elsewhere, container shipping rates have been continuously rising since July. Experts predict that the delayed impact of the Red Sea crisis on profits will soon become evident, with container shipping companies expected to see significant profit growth starting from June. The top three container shipping companies are projected to collectively earn over 500 billion NT dollars in the second quarter, with the potential to reach billions this season. The current high freight rates have led to optimistic projections for the financial performance of these companies, surpassing the earnings of the entire previous year.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Taipei, to strengthen the supervision of the 'Youth Housing Loan Preferential Program' (New Qingan) and address potential loopholes, the Deputy Minister of Finance, Ruan Qinghua, convened a meeting with eight major state-owned banks. It was revealed that these banks have identified over 1,700 suspected cases of mortgage fraud. They have agreed on measures such as including a 'one loan limit' clause in the contracts, actively contacting credit information sharing centers, and taking steps to combat violations in the mortgage application process. The Finance Ministry is overseeing the implementation of improved measures and plans for further investigations into these cases.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Taipei, on June 30, 2024, the Department of Environment will convene the fourth Carbon Fee Rate Review Committee on the 5th. An anonymous committee member suggested that since the Department plans to gradually increase the rate, they should start with a minimum of 100 yuan per ton, which would not only avoid concerns about green inflation, but also carry symbolic significance. The focus is on the debate between the industry's expected rate of 100 yuan per ton, the Department's initial estimate of 300 yuan, and the environmental group's expectation of 500 yuan. The committee member mentioned that the carbon fee rate is not a fixed amount for collection and will be gradually increased in the future. The aim is to start the process quickly and move Taiwan into a carbon pricing era.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to the Financial Supervisory Commission, the three financial industries (banking, securities and futures, and insurance) collectively earned a pre-tax profit of NT$483.9 billion in the first five months of 2024, reaching a new historical high for the same period. This marked a 93.5% year-on-year increase and nearly 70% of the profits for the entire year of 2023. With the peak profit performances achieved by these industries in 2021, 2023, and now in the first five months of 2024, it is anticipated that they will continue their profitable streak for the whole year. Factors driving these record profits include heightened interest income and SWAP investment gains in the banking sector, a depreciating New Taiwan Dollar benefiting the insurance industry, and a booming stock market benefiting the securities and futures sector. The Financial Commission expects the financial industries to continue their strong performances for the rest of the year.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, in Gongyi City, Henan Province, China, a rocket debris crash and explosion incident occurred when a private rocket company was testing the ground power system. Thankfully, there were no casualties reported. The rocket, 'Tiangong 3,' failed during the test flight, resulting in a dramatic explosion and fire at the crash site, which was quickly extinguished. Videos of the incident quickly spread across social media, but as of now, there has been no official explanation from Chinese rocket launch authorities.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 30, 2024, France held the first round of parliamentary elections with a turnout higher than expected, reaching 26% by midday, the highest since the 1981 parliamentary election. The turnout surpassed that of 2022 by a significant margin, especially notable in Paris, where it doubled from 2022 to 25.48%. The increased interest is seen as reflecting the election's significance, with the possibility of a right-wing populist government taking the lead post-election.
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Reported over 1 year ago
After losing a televised debate to Republican opponent Trump on June 27th, US President Biden faced worries and calls for withdrawal from many Democratic supporters. However, Biden seemed unfazed by the advice and continued to reassure donors in multiple fundraising events that he had the capability to overcome challenges and defeat Trump. Despite some donors expressing concerns, Biden's campaign team raised $27 million within 24 hours after the debate, totaling around $880 million, as he actively campaigned and tried to reassure supporters.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During the first televised debate on June 27 between current President Biden and former President Trump in 2024, Biden's poor performance has sparked calls within the Democratic Party for him to withdraw. If Biden does not voluntarily withdraw, the party faces significant challenges in changing candidates and the process may lead to chaos. With the Democratic National Convention scheduled from August 19 to 22 in Chicago, Biden's lackluster debate performance has raised speculation of a potential candidate switch. If Biden were to withdraw, possible replacements include Vice President Harris, Governor Newsom of California, and Governor Whitmer of Michigan, although none have expressed intention to challenge Biden directly. The party is facing the prospect of a contested convention, where delegates and party leaders would need to negotiate and potentially go through multiple rounds of voting to select a candidate if no one secures a majority of votes.
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Reported over 1 year ago
French President Macron surprisingly announced the dissolution of the National Assembly 'National Assembly' after the European Parliament election defeat in early June, leading to chaos in French politics. Facing the rise of the far-right in the European Parliament and the possibility of them taking over the French Parliament, Macron's second term future is uncertain, plunging the country into unpredictable territory. The early election was seen as a move to respect the will of the people amidst threats from opposition parliament members. The new National Assembly, potentially with a conflicting political stance, could counterbalance Macron's policies, making him effectively powerless in governance.
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Reported over 1 year ago
France held the first round of parliamentary elections on June 30, 2024, with high support for far-right parties potentially forming the first far-right government since World War II, reshaping French politics and causing a significant shift at the core of the EU. President Macron's centrist camp called for early elections following a defeat to far-right leader Le Pen's 'National Rally' in the European Parliament elections, with results expected to be finalized on July 7. While polls suggest the National Rally may win the most seats, it remains uncertain if they will secure a majority.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Following a poor performance in his first televised debate on June 30, 2024, US President Biden faced calls to withdraw, but remains unfazed. According to Axios, only First Lady Jill, Biden's sister Valerie, and close friend and advisor Kaufman have the influence to sway his decision. Biden's allies speculate that if he doesn't run for re-election, Vice President Harris would struggle to secure the Democratic nomination and boost Trump's chance of winning. Despite concerns, Biden's team remains focused on campaign strategies and fundraising efforts post-debate.
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