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Hon Hai to direct 2026 capital expenditure toward global AI expansion

Taiwan-based Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. announced that its capital expenditure for 2026 will focus on expanding artificial intelligence production, while allocating funds to strengthen global research and development as well as manufacturing operations, particularly in the United States, according to a news report by Focus Taiwan.

The Economic Times

Taiwan says it was hit by ‘abnormal’ AI-assisted cyber-attack

Taiwan’s statement comes a day after reports that suspected China-linked hackers had carried out a first-of-a-kind breach

The Guardian - AU

Suspected China-linked hackers used AI to run the first-ever end-to-end autonomous cyberattack on Taiwan's government, Israeli firm says — open-source-built tool continuously devised effective hack strategies in real-time

Suspected China-linked hackers used autonomous AI agents to breach Taiwanese government systems, compromising 85 accounts and stealing 2,500+ records.

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AI Spending Remains a Concern for Other Chip Stocks, But Taiwan Semiconductor Has No Worries

TSMC’s July sales jumped nearly 45% as AI chip demand remained exceptionally strong, reinforcing management’s bullish 2026 growth outlook.

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US opposes actions disrupting freedom of navigation in Taiwan Strait

The United States opposes China's Taiwan Strait traffic restrictions due to a typhoon. Taiwan asserts the strait is an international waterway, not subject to Chinese control. China's actions follow recent law-enforcement patrols east of Taiwan. The US previously voiced concerns over China's jurisdiction claims in the region.

The Economic Times

For India, the Mecca pact is a setback. For China, it's a warning

A new defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey has been signed. This agreement is seen as a setback for India's regional interests. China may benefit commercially from increased weapon system access. However, the pact could also reduce US military focus in West Asia. This shift might allow greater…

The Times of India

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China, thousands evacuated as heavy rain, floods hit east coast: Check latest updates

Hundreds of thousands evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on China's east coast. The storm brought heavy rain and flooding to Fujian and Shanghai provinces. Authorities issued warnings for continued torrential rain and potential landslides through Wednesday. The typhoon had previously impacted the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan. Remnants of Dolphin…

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Chinese ship spotted 'lurking' near Taiwan's subsea internet cables linking it to the US

Taiwan tracks a Chinese research vessel above a major Pacific internet cable, renewing attention on regional maritime security concerns.

TechRadar

Taiwan plans 16% defence spending hike for 2027

Taiwan's cabinet will propose a sixteen percent defense spending rise for 2027. This proposed budget will exceed one trillion Taiwan dollars for the first time. China has increased military and political pressure on Taiwan recently. Taiwan is also responding to calls from Washington to bolster its own defense. The island…

The Economic Times

Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights and relocates 300,000 people as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin

Outer bands of storm hits northern Taiwan, including the capital Taipei, bringing rain

The Independent UK

India stages a comeback as AI trade gets crowded: What fund flows reveal

As global investors crowd into AI-linked markets in South Korea and Taiwan, India is re-emerging as an anti-AI portfolio diversifier. Moderating long-only fund redemptions, $3.6 billion in recent foreign inflows, strong domestic SIP contributions, and potential $25 billion reallocation from underweight EM funds are supporting Indian equities' relative resilience.

The Economic Times

Typhoon Dolphin: Shanghai airports cancel 1,300 flights as China evacuates thousands

Shanghai's two airports cancelled more than 1,300 flights on Sunday as China stepped up preparations for Typhoon Dolphin, which brought heavy rain to northern Taiwan and threatened to cause flooding and landslides along China's eastern coast.

The Times of India

Nvidia RTX 5090 ships in bizarre 8-motherboard bundle — retailers hold GPUs hostage similar to the crypto boom

Taiwanese ecommerce platform PChome24h is packaging RTX 5090 GPUs with a crazy number of motherboards, entry-to-mid-range GPUs, and several other components. While interesting, these combos are alarming as they show the direction that the PC building industry is headed.

Tom’s Hardware

Taipei says China's traffic control order for Taiwan Strait during typhoon is 'ridiculous'

Taiwan has called China's traffic control attempts in the Taiwan Strait ridiculous. Beijing claims the strait and has imposed measures due to an approaching typhoon. Taiwan's government stated China has no right to restrict international waters access. The Coast Guard has not detected abnormal Chinese vessel movements in the area.…

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Hivemind AI software carries out first on-water 'swarming test' in Taiwan mission

Hivemind autonomously directed Thunder Tiger drone boats through Taiwan's first coordinated maritime swarming exercise, expanding autonomous defence capabilities at sea.

Bangkok Post

Thai diplomacy at a crossroads

Thailand's foreign policy is running amok in questionable directions inconsistent with its longstanding and crafty geostrategic balancing. From signing a joint statement to appease Beijing on its "reunification" with Taiwan and criticising a United Nations special rapporteur on his assessment of the Thai-Cambodian border situation, the Anutin Charnvirakul-led government has…

Bangkok Post

Webs of interdependence

For some, a family guides how a person should feel and live in wider communities. In The Analects, Confucius' appreciation of ancestry is conveyed through the image of how a man continues to follow his father's way even after his death.

Euronews

Taiwan tests emergency response with air raid drill

Taiwan holds an air raid drill in Kaohsiung, stopping traffic and guiding residents as authorities test civilian emergency responses.

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John Romero says id Software once sold empty Doom boxes to Taiwanese pirates so fans there could have legit copies: 'For us, it was distribution'

The id Software co-founder told the story during an opening panel at QuakeCon.

The Times of India

'Baseless accusations': Beijing protests Japan's assessment of China as 'greatest strategic challenge'

China said it has lodged "serious representations" over Japan's latest defence white paper, accusing Tokyo of portraying Beijing as its "greatest strategic challenge" and making "brazen comments" on Taiwan.

RideApart

Janus Just Made Its Most American Motorcycle Less Chinese

Janus is moving the Halcyon 450’s engine production from China to Taiwan in a major supply-chain shift for its handmade American motorcycle.

The Independent UK

Taiwan’s military drills suggest deeper alignment with the U.S.

Through this year’s military drills, Taiwan has chosen to emphasize its army’s and society’s flexibility and resilience as opposed to primarily putting advanced weapons on display

The Economic Times

AI boom reshapes emerging markets, but surging volatility tests investor nerves

Artificial intelligence has powered a strong rally in emerging-market technology stocks, led by semiconductor giants in South Korea and Taiwan. However, soaring valuations have triggered sharp volatility, foreign investor outflows and concentration risks. Despite recent corrections, investors remain optimistic about the long-term AI-driven growth story, according to Reuters.

The Economic Times

Taiwan kicks off annual military drills to counter a potential Chinese attack

Taiwan began annual military exercises simulating a Chinese invasion response. These drills test 24-hour defense capabilities and counter China's gray-zone tactics. Urban resilience drills will assess population response to internet disruptions during the exercises. The drills involve the largest team of reservists ever mobilized for active duty.

The Times of India

Scientists looking for giant trees in Taiwan discovered a hidden forest filled with some of East Asia's tallest trees

A team of researchers has uncovered remarkable giant temperate forests nestled within the mountains of Taiwan. Utilising airborne laser scanning technology, they identified towering conifers and age-old broadleaf trees that sequester substantial carbon, acting as crucial reserves for climate stability. As an outcome of Taiwan's challenging terrain, these ancient ecosystems…

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