Reported about 1 year ago
中央銀行應接納人工智慧（AI）的好處，但國際清算銀行（BIS）強調，當涉及設定利率時，技術不應取代人類。BIS的首份AI進展重要報告提到，政策制定者需要善加利用AI的巨大能力，即時監控數據以“提高”他們預測通脹的能力。新的AI模型應該降低重複風險，盡管其尚未經過考驗且可能出現“幻覺”，便應避免成為機器人利率設定者。國際清算銀行稱，AI也帶來風險，如新型網絡攻擊，可能加劇現有風險，如擠提、銀行擺脫和金融資產拍賣。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Central Weather Bureau in Taiwan issued a high-temperature advisory for 14 cities, forecasting continued heat for the next week with some areas possibly reaching temperatures above 38 degrees Celsius, while thunderstorms are expected in northern areas and mountainous regions in the afternoon. With the influence of a strengthening Pacific high pressure system, temperatures may soar above 40 degrees Celsius, particularly in the western regions, with extreme heat alerts issued for various areas. The upcoming days will see intermittent rain in southern regions, while central and northern parts may experience thunderstorms. Temperature is expected to decrease slightly on Friday before rising again due to a southeasterly wind pattern the following week.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Foreign tourists traveling in Japan were thrilled to hear about the depreciation of the Japanese yen on June 25, 2024. With the US dollar nearing 160 yen and the exchange rate with the Taiwanese dollar hitting around 0.206, many visitors found Japan more affordable and appealing for travel. However, this depreciation led to price adjustments in businesses with some introducing dual pricing for locals and foreign visitors, causing mixed reactions among tourists. Kyoto restaurants, facing higher costs for serving foreigners, struggled with implementing dual pricing strategies. Some cultural sites also considered dual pricing to cater to foreign tourists, raising concerns about fairness and potential impacts on tourism to Japan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, Taiwan's stock market experienced a pullback, leading to a decline in the New Taiwan Dollar exchange rate to 32.443 units, a decrease of 4.8 points, marking three consecutive days of losses. The depreciation was influenced by export businesses' foreign exchange activities towards the end of the month. The correlation between the New Taiwan Dollar exchange rate and the stock market trends was evident, with foreign investors significantly selling off as the stock market saw a sharp drop of over 300 points midday. Despite a slight rebound towards the end of trading, the overall sentiment remains cautious.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 15th New Champions Year Conference of the World Economic Forum (WEF), also known as the 'Summer Davos Forum', began in Dalian with a focus on the theme #AMNC24. Hosting the event from June 25 to 27, Dalian showcased its clean streets and efficient organization. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang highlighted the importance of international cooperation and multilateralism, along with his confidence in China's economic growth and commitment to global responsibility. Discussions at the forum revolved around technology transfer, rapid technological advancements, and economic opportunities, while steering clear of political topics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Thirteen Levels Museum in New Taipei City is hosting creative workshops in July as part of the upcoming 2024 New Taipei Children's Art Festival themed 'Monster Kingdom,' inviting participants to make ceramic creations and explore prehistoric culture to craft their own unique prehistoric monster kingdom. With activities like 'Soft Pottery DIY: Crafting Your Prehistoric Monster' and 'Lightweight Clay DIY: Conquering the Monster Kingdom,' children can blend entertainment with knowledge while learning about the pottery craftsmanship of the people from the Thirteen Levels archaeological site and creating lasting memories during the summer break.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Shifty Shellshock, the lead singer of Crazy Town and famous for the song ‘Butterfly,’ has passed away at the age of 49. Born Seth Binzer, Shellshock founded Crazy Town in 1999 with co-founder Bret Mazur, releasing their hit album 'The Gift of Game.' The cause of death has not been disclosed.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Huawei emerged as the top smartphone seller in China during the period of May 20 to June 16, coinciding with the 618 shopping festival, showing a 42.4% increase in sales compared to the previous year. The strong sales were attributed to the high demand for Huawei's new 5G products, as reported by Counterpoint Research. Overall smartphone sales in China saw a 6.8% increase during this period, with Xiaomi's sales up by 12.6% and Apple's by 2.7%.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, public TV news reported an incident in Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China, where a Japanese mother and her child were attacked by a Chinese man with a knife while waiting for a school bus. The attacker also injured a Chinese female staff member who tried to intervene. The Japanese victims received minor injuries, while the Chinese woman's condition is critical. The attacker, a 50-60-year-old male, was arrested, and the motive is under investigation. This is the second incident in two weeks in China involving attacks on foreigners.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, at 7:08 am, a man in his 80s surnamed Deng collapsed under the scorching sun, suffering from heatstroke with a body temperature of 41 degrees Celsius in Wuri District, Taichung. The man was found by a delivery driver, who quickly reported the incident. Authorities rushed the man to the hospital for treatment, and fortunately, he did not face any serious consequences. It was later discovered that the man's family reported him missing, and they were relieved to find him under medical care. The incident serves as a reminder for families to take extra care of their elderly members during hot weather to prevent heat-related illnesses.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The International Golf Federation (IGF) has chosen Taiwanese golfers Chien Pei-yun and Hsu Wei-ling to represent Chinese Taipei at the Paris Olympics. Chien, ranked 88th in the world, and Hsu, ranked 161st, were selected based on the women's world golf rankings. This will be Hsu's second appearance at the Olympics and Chien's first. Both athletes expressed their excitement and readiness to compete in Paris, with Hsu grateful for the opportunity to represent Taiwan again. The Taiwanese Olympic golf team also includes men's team members Yu Chun-an and Pan Cheng-tsung, with Pan having won a bronze medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a report by Yahoo Finance on June 25, 2024, amidst the heat in the housing and stock markets driven by factors like the New Taipei City-Pingtung triple stimulus voucher scheme, the balance of mortgage loans hit a historic high in May, reaching 10.4336 trillion NT dollars. However, the annual growth rate of construction loans hit a 7-year low, dating back to June 2017. The spike in housing loans is attributed to increased property transactions, positive economic conditions, wealth effects from the stock market, and the impacts of the triple stimulus voucher policy.
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the US Olympic athletics trials, rapper Snoop Dogg participated in a 200-meter exhibition race, finishing third with a time of 34.44 seconds at the age of 52. Despite the loss, Snoop Dogg donned patriotic attire and provided entertaining commentary during the event, garnering praise for his unique and engaging presence as a Special Correspondent for NBC's Olympics coverage.
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Reported about 1 year ago
藝人康康宣布九月將在台北華山Legacy舉辦演唱會，為了彌補缺席十年的遺憾，他表示心情既緊張又興奮。演唱會將特別準備「歌神」張學友的歌曲，以致敬他。康康還為女兒創作了兒歌音樂專輯，未來或將看到女兒同台演唱。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 25, 2024, the Chu Women's International Tzu Chi Association led by President Zhou Lirou donated 20 wheelchairs to New Hsinchu Hospital for the benefit of patients, enhancing community connections and improving healthcare services. Members of the Hsinchu City Council also attended the event, acknowledging the association's longstanding contributions to public welfare in the region. The hospital executives expressed gratitude for the donation, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in supporting medical care for the elderly and disabled. The donation ceremony symbolized a meaningful partnership to serve the healthcare needs of the local community in Hsinchu.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Nigeria's central bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso expressed optimism that the worst of naira volatility is over and mentioned the progress made in stabilizing the currency. Steps taken, including interest rate hikes and exchange rate policies overhaul, have helped stabilize the naira despite it being the world's worst-performing currency. Cardoso highlighted the importance of reviving confidence in the currency to attract investors and hinted at further measures, like a eurobond issue, to boost foreign exchange reserves.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Hedge funds are showing increased optimism towards the UK, with a surge in bets on a stronger pound as the upcoming election is expected to solidify the country's move towards more stable, centrist policies. Leveraged investors and hedge funds are holding the largest net-long position in the pound since late September, with the UK currency rallying to its highest level against the euro in nearly two years. Market sentiment favors the UK over France due to relative fiscal responsibility, prompting Bank of America to recommend shorting the euro against the pound as a hedge before the election. However, some analysts caution that the pound's current positivity could make it vulnerable to a slide against the euro in the short term.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taiwan, former professor Chen Mingzheng, who operated the Wan Qiaofeng engineering consulting company, was found guilty of falsifying bridge inspection records for Hsinchu County, submitting photos from another company instead of conducting on-site inspections, resulting in a 6-month sentence and a fine of NT$180,000. Chen was also implicated in the South Ao Bridge breakage incident in 2019, where his company obtained inspection contracts through restricted bidding and manipulated the process with internal staff. Despite denying the charges, Chen's appeal was rejected, solidifying his 6-month sentence.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Italian market watchdog Consob has been experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI) to speed up the approval process for listing prospectuses and to detect insider trading. By utilizing AI algorithms that can quickly identify potential cases of insider trading, Consob aims to enhance market surveillance and detection of misconduct. The next phase involves integrating AI into the regular activities of the regulator to strengthen controls. This move aligns with the global trend of regulatory bodies leveraging AI technologies, with examples such as the UK's Financial Conduct Authority using AI to combat online scams.
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Reported about 1 year ago
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Reported about 1 year ago
男團Ozone宣布將在8月3日舉行萬人售票演唱會，四位成員將變身搖滾樂團演出，表達心聲。團員間透露練團壓力大，特別哲言易變澀臉，並透露練團期間的趣事。而其他兩位成員則以嘉賓身分暖心支持。
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Reported about 1 year ago
During legislative inquiry, KMT Legislator expressed concerns about the progress of the first indigenous submarine Hai Kung currently undergoing harbor tests and suggested that the Premier and Defense Minister should participate in the seaborne test to boost military morale. Defense Minister Gu Lixiong emphasized the importance of professionalism in maritime matters and Premier Zhuo Rongtai stated that they lack the ability and qualification to join the test. The submarine completed the naming ceremony and harbor tests and is moving towards seaborne tests. Defense Minister further stressed the importance of safety in the testing process, rebutting the suggestion of joining the seaborne test. Zhuo highlighted the significance of approaching the military development stage prudently and the need for professionals to conduct the test according to relevant guidelines.
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