Reported over 1 year ago
Senior journalist Li Jinqi reported on July 1, 2024, that Depository & Clearing Corp's eMeeting platform for shareholders' meeting video conferences has exceeded 100 companies for the first time this year, with a total of 109 listed, OTC, and emerging companies adopting it, with over 3,000 participants registered. The platform spans industries such as finance, semiconductors, and manufacturing, actively supporting the FSC's sustainability goals. With the final video-assisted shareholders' meeting by Asia Securities on June 28, the eMeeting season concluded successfully. Chairman Lin Bing-hui personally visited Ruentex to observe the video shareholders' meeting on June 27 to monitor usage. Through the digital transformation of shareholders' meetings and the 'Mobile War Room' setup, Depository & Clearing Corp ensures smooth operations, even handling up to a record-breaking 13 simultaneous meetings. Feedback from companies and stock units will be used to enhance digital shareholder services further.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
A group of Keelung citizens initiated a recall petition against Mayor Xie Guoliang due to controversies surrounding the East Coast Mall, broken campaign promises, and bid-related issues, aiming to reach the required 3,792 signatures by July 5 for the petition to be reviewed by the Central Election Commission. Xie Guoliang's background, campaign promises, and controversies are detailed, while the article explains the necessary steps and thresholds for the recall process to succeed, including the number of signatures and the voting requirements if the recall petition advances.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On July 1, the Japanese yen hit a recent low exchange rate of 0.2053, with Taiwan banks offering a cash purchase rate as low as 0.1925. Additionally, a new version of Japanese yen banknotes will be officially released on July 3, featuring figures like Shibusawa Eiichi on the ten thousand yen note, Tsuda Umeko on the five thousand yen note, and Kitasato Shibasaburo on the one thousand yen note. Old versions of yen banknotes will still be accepted, so travelers need not worry if they possess the previous notes.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to Shei-Pa National Park Management Office, the renovation of the exhibition tanks at the Taiwan Cherry Salmon Ecology Center has been completed and it will reopen on July 2nd. The center, a popular spot in the Wuling area, features aquariums mimicking natural habitats where visitors can observe the national treasure fish up close. After over 10 years since its opening in 2006, the exhibition hall underwent extensive renovations over 9 months, focusing on simulating a natural stream ecosystem with different water depths and native plantings to recreate the Seven Jia Wan Creek environment, enhancing the viewing experience for visitors.
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Reported over 1 year ago
40歲髮型設計師Nick先前砸70萬元，迎娶18歲越南女子陳氏錦貴，引起兩派論戰。Nick坦言非常想要小孩，又無法達到台灣女性成家生子的標準，故去越南找到目標一致的人。他澄清妻子是自願的，並非買賣。眾人對他的觀念改觀，讚揚他是個好男人，並認為他想法理性、清晰。
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Reported over 1 year ago
A new dispute over priority seats arose on a Taiwan Railways train heading towards Banqiao on July 1, 2024, when a woman allegedly did not offer her seat to an elderly man. A man who claimed to be a retired member of the special forces could not tolerate this and repeatedly scolded the woman, even going as far as saying 'If I were a man, I would hit you.' The entire incident was captured on video by the woman. Although the police did not receive any reports afterwards, they encourage the public to immediately notify station staff or railway police if faced with disputes like this.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, Chung Hsiao-ping, a Taipei city councilor from the Nationalist Party, declared that the party will initiate recalls, including those against the 'Tong Chicken,' in response to the recall crisis faced by Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang. Nationalist Party Chairman Eric Chu ordered full support for Hsieh and various party members have started proposing strategies to counter the recall. The party vows to fight back against the initiative which was condemned as using hatred by DPP. The Nationalist Party is gearing up for a comprehensive battle, with plans to possibly initiate a recall against Keelung City Council Speaker Tong Tzu-wei in response to continued pressure from green camp local representatives during the recall process.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
The Interior Ministry plans to increase the training rate of substitute servicemen who have retired within 8 years to 100% to address the long-term low training rate of reservists and substitute servicemen. This move aims to ensure equal rights and obligations for substitute servicemen and reserve military personnel. Official statistics for 2021 show that only 0.86% of substitute servicemen who retired within 8 years received training. The Ministry plans to train 120,000 retired substitute servicemen in 2024, a significant increase from previous years.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Investors keep a close eye on the tech sector for high returns and growth potential. While past performance doesn't guarantee future success, tracking top tech stocks can provide insights. In July 2024, some of the best-performing tech stocks included Super Micro Computer, Nvidia, Micron, CrowdStrike, and Arista Networks. It's also important to monitor tech laggards as they might rebound in the future. Investing in individual tech stocks requires research, but index funds tracking the tech sector offer a more diversified option for investors seeking to participate in the tech industry's growth.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Taipei Mayor Jiang Wan-an responded to President William Lai's statement of relocating AI-related industries to Kaohsiung by highlighting Taipei as the city with the most comprehensive and feasible development conditions. While acknowledging the importance of regional balanced development, Jiang emphasized the need for assessing investment benefits. He pointed out Taipei’s advantages in terms of top universities, talent pool, and convenient infrastructure, indicating the city's suitability for AI industry growth.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
台北市長蔣萬安積極爭取台北市的AI產業發展，強調該城市擁有最優勢的條件。總統賴清德雖表示支持將AI產業移到高雄以協助中南部追趕發展，蔣萬安則認為政府應從投資效益角度切入，並強調台北市具有國內最多頂尖大學、相關新創產業占比55%以及其他優勢，使其在全亞洲智慧城市評比中躋身前五。蔣萬安堅信台北市是最適合發展AI的城市，建議中央從整體投資效益的角度來看待此議題。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
A man unintentionally slept through his MRT ride from Taipei Main Station to Tamsui, eventually realizing he had napped for 5 hours inside the train carriage. Upon awaking at Xiangshan twice, he sought help from station staff and was shocked to learn he had remained inside for 5 hours. The incident amused many online users, with some sharing similar experiences and humorous comments about the comfort of MRT air conditioning and the need for reminders when reaching a destination.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On July 1, 2024, Chinese 17-year-old badminton player Zhang Zhijie collapsed during a match and tragically passed away despite emergency medical efforts. The news shocked many, with Zhang's sister expressing deep sorrow and questioning whether delayed treatment and poor local healthcare contributed to his death. The Asian Badminton Confederation and Indonesian Badminton Association mourned the loss, describing Zhang as a 'talented player' and offering condolences to his family. Video footage of the incident showed Zhang collapsing and convulsing during the match, with subsequent rescue efforts ultimately unsuccessful.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
As the UK gears up for a new government election, the residents of Hartlepool, a historically proud but currently distressed town in northeast England, grapple with the question of whether their choice will truly bring about change. With high unemployment, low pay, short life expectancy, rising drug deaths, and crime rates worse than the national average, the residents feel disillusioned by unfulfilled promises made by politicians over the years. Both Labour and Conservatives are vying for votes in an atmosphere of skepticism and jadedness, especially among the fishing community and those impacted by the town's industrial decline.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Following the first televised debate, concerns regarding Biden's health have grown among some Democratic supporters due to his hoarse voice and disorganized answers. A CBS poll after the debate shows 72% of registered voters believe Biden lacks the mental and cognitive health to be president, with 49% also seeing similar issues with Trump. Despite calls for Biden to step aside, his family and some Democrats encourage him to keep fighting. The debate's impact on voters varies as internal polls show beltway insiders favor Biden's replacement while general public support remains. Supporters defend Biden, emphasizing his resilience and plans to combat challenges post-debate.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
A recent report indicated that concerns surrounding China's economic outlook continue despite a rise in factory activity. While the Caixin manufacturing PMI reached a three-year high, indicating expansion, worries remain as the gauge of company managers’ expectations for future output dropped to the lowest level since late 2019. Analysts are calling for Beijing to bolster measures to support the real estate market and boost consumption. The uneven economic recovery in China, with strong manufacturing but weak consumption, has led to subdued domestic demand amidst deflationary pressures and a challenging global trade environment.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Yahoo財經報導指出，台股今日熱門話題為世界先進（5347）股價亮眼，分析師蔡明翰指出，今年晶圓代工市況良好，特別是受惠於AI帶動的需求上升。他進一步解釋，成熟製程相關族群仍有補漲的空間，世界先進作為台積電集團的一員，擁有良好的利基。對於投資人，蔡明翰建議短線操作者可以關注這些成熟製程代工股，長線投資者則可考慮買進力積電、聯電等個股。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Today's hot topic in Taiwanese social media revolves around the surge in world stocks, with discussions ranging from speculations about hitting the 200 mark, admiration for the advancements in world processors, and investment strategies. Analysts highlight the positive outlook for the semiconductor industry, particularly for mature processors catching up on the surge driven by AI-related demands, benefiting companies like World Advanced Semiconductor (5347). Experts suggest that short-term investors may still find opportunities in these mature processors while long-term investors are advised to consider companies like TSMC and UMC for investment.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Labor Pension Fund Supervisory Committee announced the latest performance data of the labor funds up to the end of May, with a total size of 6.5994 trillion yuan, earnings of 607.38 billion yuan, and a yield of 9.99%. The financial markets in May showed improvement, resulting in a monthly income of 1513.3 billion yuan. Various funds such as the New Labor Pension Fund, Old Labor Pension Fund, Labor Insurance Fund, and more have reported different sizes and returns. The committee stated that the global economy is influenced by factors like geopolitical conflicts and weather risks.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Sodagreen member A-kung was absent from the Golden Melody Awards performance with the popular Japanese band, 'Seibutsu Keisatsu,' last Saturday due to illness, leaving the band to perform alone. However, reports surfaced claiming A-kung had been absent from rehearsals two weeks prior and presented a medical report from a cosmetic clinic rather than a public hospital, causing controversy. Sodagreen's manager responded that A-kung had visited a health clinic for diagnosis and treatment, while the band's absence from a previous donation event was due to increasing illness symptoms. The situation continues to unfold.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
The Ministry of Finance announced a list of national tax delinquents, totaling 915 cases, with an outstanding amount of approximately 89.5 billion NT dollars, a decrease of 16 cases and 3.197 billion NT dollars compared to the previous year. The list is mostly comprised of familiar faces, with the late stock market luminary Huang Renzhong's family owing the most at 15.12 billion NT dollars, ranking first in individual tax debts for over 15 years; while the most owed by a company is by Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi at 21.8 billion NT dollars, also in debt for 15 years. Measures to strengthen tax collection were explained by the Ministry of Finance, highlighting the reduction in cases and amounts owed from the previous year's disclosure.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Japan's H3 rocket successfully launched an upgraded Earth observation satellite, ALOS-4, for disaster response, security, and military monitoring. The launch from Tanegashima Space Center was deemed almost a perfect success by JAXA, marking a significant milestone in Japan's space program and competitiveness. The mission is a part of Japan's efforts to maintain a stable and commercially competitive space transport capability, with plans to transition from the current H-2A system to the H3 rocket for future launches.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
South Korean YouTuber 'Muscle Mountain' experienced sudden severe back pain and was rushed to the hospital in Taiwan. The examination revealed kidney stones. Despite the impressive medical services in Taiwan, the hefty medical bill shocked him as he doesn't have Taiwan's health insurance. Nevertheless, he praised the professionalism and kindness of the medical staff. After receiving treatment for kidney stones, he expressed relief that his health issue was not serious.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Following the wave of high dividend ETF hot fundraising, a new wave of fundraising themes in Japan is emerging, including the introduction of multiple Japan ETFs and First Fund's plan to raise a quantitative Japan fund by the end of August. The fund is the first in the year to combine a quantitative model with active management by the fund manager. QRAFT FinTech Company from South Korea and First Fund created a dual quantitative model, featuring multifactor stock selection and market risk preference models, with the aim of enhancing investment decision efficiency. The fund aims for a balanced risk and return allocation, reducing market noise interference.
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Reported over 1 year ago
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