WordPress released security update 7.0.3 to patch a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability (CVE-2026-64638) in the login page. Attackers can trigger the flaw without an account and, by tricking administrators into opening malicious pages, exploit admin privileges to execute server-side PHP code, affecting over 10,000 websites through automated attacks.
According to Yonhapnews Agency, North Korean soldiers crossed the inter-Korean land demarcation line last week. South Korean military responded by following established operational procedures, including firing warning shots. The incident reflects ongoing military tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Police uncovered a cross-border fraud syndicate targeting Taiwanese and Chinese nationals living in the United States, Japan, and Canada. The group deploys runners posing as investment professionals to collect money from victims. Investigation into a case involving a Taiwanese runner and a Californian elderly victim transferring nearly three million US dollars revealed the operation's scale, with annual fraud proceeds exceeding 5 billion Taiwan dollars.
U.S. President Trump stated on the 14th that after defeating Iran, the United States will declare the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Trump emphasized that the U.S. maintains firm control over the strait, with its naval blockade against Iran functioning like a steel wall. Meanwhile, incidents of ships being attacked in the Strait of Hormuz have increased, with two Abu Dhabi National Oil Company vessels attacked on the 13th and another ship hit on the evening of the 14th.
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Flores Island in eastern Indonesia on the morning of the 15th, with a shallow depth of only 10 kilometers. The earthquake killed at least 40 people and injured dozens, forcing 2,000 residents to evacuate their homes. The shallow earthquake initially triggered a tsunami warning, which was lifted approximately 3 hours later. At least 52 aftershocks have been recorded so far.
According to Yonhapnews Agency, North Korean soldiers crossed the inter-Korean land demarcation line last week. South Korean military responded by following established operational procedures, including firing warning shots. The incident reflects ongoing military tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
The United States and South Korea will conduct their annual large-scale joint military exercise "Ulchi Freedom Shield" from June 17-27. The US Army's 8th Army in South Korea first mentioned the "First Island Chain" in an official statement, linking rapid distribution of prepositioned supplies to power projection capabilities. Analysts suggest this indicates US forces in Korea may expand beyond North Korea defense to support Taiwan region operations during Indo-Pacific contingencies.
Iran's Foreign Ministry announced on the 15th that it has reached an agreement with Oman on a transit plan for the Strait of Hormuz. Spokesman Baghaei stated that negotiations with Oman have continued despite US attempts at interference. The announcement comes after US President Trump threatened to declare the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Iran emphasized that the negotiations do not involve US participation.
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia on the morning of the 15th, resulting in 47 deaths. The disaster caused widespread power and communication outages across multiple areas. Tsunami warnings previously issued have been lifted. Damage assessment and rescue operations are ongoing.
The 60-day ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran is set to expire on the 17th, with negotiations remaining deadlocked. On the 15th, Iran demanded the US accept defeat and accused Qatar of shooting down an Iranian bomber and capturing three pilots during the war's initial phase. Qatar's foreign ministry denied the allegations. Both sides maintain hardline positions as the ceasefire deadline approaches.
Israel launched airstrikes on Lebanon today, claiming to have killed a Hezbollah commander in the operation. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's spokesperson stated that Israel hopes to engage in new rounds of US-mediated negotiations with Lebanon, seeking more active diplomatic discussions.
An official revealed that the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) has successfully passed a key test in missile production. The institute optimized its assembly lines and achieved production capacity targets, demonstrating progress in Taiwan's defense technology development.
The United States is preparing to warn dozens of countries that joining China-led World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization will result in exclusion from the US-led AI alliance Pax Silica. This move reflects intensifying US-China competition in artificial intelligence, as Washington attempts to strengthen its influence over allied nations through alliance mechanisms, requiring countries to choose between the two camps.
U.S. President Trump stated on the 14th that after defeating Iran, the United States will declare the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Trump emphasized that the U.S. maintains firm control over the strait, with its naval blockade against Iran functioning like a steel wall. Meanwhile, incidents of ships being attacked in the Strait of Hormuz have increased, with two Abu Dhabi National Oil Company vessels attacked on the 13th and another ship hit on the evening of the 14th.
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Flores Island in eastern Indonesia on the morning of the 15th, with a shallow depth of only 10 kilometers. The earthquake killed at least 40 people and injured dozens, forcing 2,000 residents to evacuate their homes. The shallow earthquake initially triggered a tsunami warning, which was lifted approximately 3 hours later. At least 52 aftershocks have been recorded so far.
The Executive Yuan will finalize the 2027 central government budget on the 20th, with a supplementary budget covering eight major categories. Price stabilization measures including oil, gas, and ticket subsidies are estimated to require approximately NT$10 billion, alongside elderly farmer allowances, national pension increases, military and civil service bonuses, and defense spending. The final defense budget amount remains to be determined.
Driven by artificial intelligence infrastructure demand and the memory industry's super cycle, Taiwan's listed companies demonstrated impressive first-half performance. Statistics show four companies earned over ten times their annual profits in just six months, with half-year EPS exceeding 100 yuan. Companies like Phison and Adata set new Taiwan stock market records with their second-quarter single-quarter EPS, showcasing robust profitability among Taiwan's enterprises.
Taiwan High Speed Rail Company received the first of twelve new N700ST generation trains from Japan. Chairman Shih Che announced the first train will begin operations on July 1 next year and will review ticket prices unchanged for twenty years. Transport Minister Chen Shih-kai requires the company to enhance safety standards and increase capacity by 25%.
US stock market retreated from historic highs on the 14th following unexpected decline in consumer spending data. Investors will closely monitor retail earnings reports throughout the week to assess whether economic growth is weaker than anticipated. Additionally, NVIDIA's earnings report at month-end will be crucial in determining whether semiconductor stocks can sustain their recent gains.
According to the second quarter 13F filing submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission by the June 14 deadline, institutional investors show conflicting positions on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. Third Point significantly increased its holdings while SoftBank and Tiger Global Fund reduced their stakes. Overall, market buying and selling forces remain in a tug-of-war, with institutional investors lacking clear consensus on industry outlook.
NVIDIA disclosed on the 14th that it holds SpaceX shares valued at approximately $21 billion as of the end of the second quarter. This investment makes NVIDIA the second-largest shareholder in Elon Musk's space exploration company. The holding reflects strategic investment positioning among major technology firms.
Broadcom's stock fell more than 5% on March 14th due to three negative developments. The company's financing mechanism for AI chip customers faces significant debt risks. Additionally, a security vulnerability in Broadcom's VMware software was exploited maliciously. Furthermore, SemiAnalysis reduced its CoWoS production forecast for Broadcom this year from 250,000 units to 215,000 units due to capacity constraints.
AI startup Anthropic, preparing for its initial public offering, disclosed to potential investors that Q2 revenue reached 11.5 billion dollars, representing over 14-fold growth compared to the same period last year and exceeding 1.4-fold increase from Q1. The rapid revenue growth reflects strong demand in the AI market.
The Taiwan External Trade Council released its first 2026 economic index, revealing that over half of surveyed enterprises face negative impacts from geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. However, companies actively pursuing digital transformation and AI integration demonstrate stronger operational resilience and more optimistic economic outlooks compared to non-transformed peers. The tech sector shows relative strength while traditional commodity industries face significant headwinds.
Sinopac Financial Holdings (2890) officially submitted a capital increase application on August 12, planning to issue 6.4 billion shares at a provisional price of NT$31.25 per share, raising NT$20 billion. The application follows a 12-day review process and is expected to take effect on August 28, affecting over 440,000 shareholders.
Researchers from the University of Oxford have found that the global expansion of industrial-scale chicken farming is accelerating bacterial transmission. The study reveals that chickens in intensive farming environments serve as vectors for pathogen spread, significantly increasing bacterial mobility. This research highlights potential public health risks associated with industrial livestock farming and raises questions about the need for improved farming practices.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated that the Trump administration opposes Apple's procurement from Chinese memory chip manufacturers and has directly communicated this position to the company. Surging AI data center construction has dramatically increased memory demand, creating supply shortages and driving up costs. This pressure forces consumer electronics makers like Apple to consider price increases. Lutnick emphasized the government does not support Apple resolving memory shortages through Chinese suppliers and advocates for alternative solutions.
A touching image of an orangutan cradling an endangered leopard cub went viral on social media, but it was revealed to be AI-generated. Experts warn that the proliferation of fake wildlife photos could mislead the public about animal behavior, undermine conservation awareness, and potentially impact wildlife protection policies and fundraising effectiveness.
Next-generation AI servers adopting 800V HVDC power architecture are driving silicon carbide (SiC) demand. Chinese manufacturers announced plans to double production capacity, triggering price increases. Taiwan-based suppliers including GlobalWafers, Hexatech, and Guang Yun's Sheng Xin Materials expect stronger orders and operational momentum. This industry recovery cycle initiated by Chinese players mirrors previous mature process pricing trends.
A Taiwan research team analyzed health data from over 73,000 men and found that users of a common medication for male sexual function and urinary issues showed a 22% higher risk of glaucoma. The large-scale study reveals a potential association between this drug class and eye health, highlighting the importance of monitoring for related risks among users.
NVIDIA announced a $3 billion investment in SB Energy, SoftBank Group's energy and infrastructure subsidiary. The investment aims to support OpenAI's development of a massive data center project valued at tens of billions of dollars. This collaboration combines NVIDIA's AI chip technology, SoftBank's energy infrastructure capabilities, and OpenAI's computational demands, providing stable power supply and hardware support for large-scale AI operations.
According to The Information, Nvidia is negotiating a potential $3 billion investment in SB Energy to help OpenAI establish a computing center. The move reflects the massive infrastructure demands in the generative AI sector. As a leading AI chip supplier, this investment would further strengthen Nvidia's position in the AI industry ecosystem.
According to U.S. media reports citing informed sources, NVIDIA and OpenAI are nearing an agreement on financing arrangements for a large data center complex in Ohio. The two companies have restructured the deal, with NVIDIA providing only half the original guarantee amount for the initial construction phase, covering partial rather than full project scope. The agreement could be signed in the near term.
Scientists have discovered that patients with rare genetic diseases such as Laron syndrome exhibit significantly lower cancer incidence rates compared to the general population. Researchers are investigating the biological mechanisms in these patients' bodies to identify potential anti-cancer strategies. This finding opens new research directions for cancer treatment and may contribute to developing more effective cancer prevention and treatment approaches.
The James Webb Space Telescope's latest images have unveiled the internal structure of the Jewel Box Nebula in the Carina direction. The nebula contains approximately 70 young stars still in their early formation stages. Using the telescope's infrared imaging capabilities, researchers penetrated the nebula's dust layers to clearly reveal these hidden stellar populations for the first time. This discovery advances scientific understanding of stellar formation processes.
WordPress released security update 7.0.3 to patch a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability (CVE-2026-64638) in the login page. Attackers can trigger the flaw without an account and, by tricking administrators into opening malicious pages, exploit admin privileges to execute server-side PHP code, affecting over 10,000 websites through automated attacks.
Police uncovered a cross-border fraud syndicate targeting Taiwanese and Chinese nationals living in the United States, Japan, and Canada. The group deploys runners posing as investment professionals to collect money from victims. Investigation into a case involving a Taiwanese runner and a Californian elderly victim transferring nearly three million US dollars revealed the operation's scale, with annual fraud proceeds exceeding 5 billion Taiwan dollars.
Chinese visitor arrivals to Japan have dropped 56% in the first half of the year due to weakened demand amid strained China-Japan relations. Japanese tourism industry expects reduced reliance on Chinese tourists during the summer season and plans to attract visitors from Taiwan, South Korea, Europe, and the United States to offset the shortfall.
In November 2023, a tour group was attacked by Asian giant hornets at the "Walking Tree" scenic area in Taitung County, Taiwan. Eleven tourists were stung, with one man dying from multiple organ failure in December. The court found the tour operator and unlicensed guide negligent in safety precautions and ordered compensation of 5.48 million Taiwan dollars to the deceased's family.
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo is set to begin his 25th season in top-tier professional football, matching the record held by Italian legends Paolo Maldini and Francesco Totti. The 41-year-old will compete in the 2026-27 Saudi Professional League season, becoming one of only three outfield players from outside Europe's top five leagues to achieve this remarkable milestone.
Multiple deaths of young celebrities and professionals in Taiwan this year have raised public concern. According to statistics from the Ministry of Health and Welfare and clinical observations, cardiovascular disease is no longer limited to elderly populations or winter seasons. Recent trends show significant increases in younger age groups and year-round occurrence patterns.
Police uncovered a cross-border fraud syndicate targeting Taiwanese and Chinese nationals living in the United States, Japan, and Canada. The group deploys runners posing as investment professionals to collect money from victims. Investigation into a case involving a Taiwanese runner and a Californian elderly victim transferring nearly three million US dollars revealed the operation's scale, with annual fraud proceeds exceeding 5 billion Taiwan dollars.
U.S. President Trump stated on the 14th that after defeating Iran, the United States will declare the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Trump emphasized that the U.S. maintains firm control over the strait, with its naval blockade against Iran functioning like a steel wall. Meanwhile, incidents of ships being attacked in the Strait of Hormuz have increased, with two Abu Dhabi National Oil Company vessels attacked on the 13th and another ship hit on the evening of the 14th.
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Flores Island in eastern Indonesia on the morning of the 15th, with a shallow depth of only 10 kilometers. The earthquake killed at least 40 people and injured dozens, forcing 2,000 residents to evacuate their homes. The shallow earthquake initially triggered a tsunami warning, which was lifted approximately 3 hours later. At least 52 aftershocks have been recorded so far.
WordPress released security update 7.0.3 to patch a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability (CVE-2026-64638) in the login page. Attackers can trigger the flaw without an account and, by tricking administrators into opening malicious pages, exploit admin privileges to execute server-side PHP code, affecting over 10,000 websites through automated attacks.
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia on the morning of the 15th, resulting in 47 deaths. The disaster caused widespread power and communication outages across multiple areas. Tsunami warnings previously issued have been lifted. Damage assessment and rescue operations are ongoing.
According to Yonhapnews Agency, North Korean soldiers crossed the inter-Korean land demarcation line last week. South Korean military responded by following established operational procedures, including firing warning shots. The incident reflects ongoing military tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores Island in eastern Indonesia, resulting in at least 47 deaths. Search and rescue operations are underway to locate survivors in the affected area. Emergency response efforts continue as authorities assess the full extent of the damage and provide assistance to affected communities.
Israel's military conducted airstrikes on southern Lebanon, stating the targets were Hezbollah-related infrastructure in response to earlier attacks against Israeli soldiers. Lebanese authorities confirmed eleven deaths from the strikes. The escalating conflict between the two sides continues to heighten regional tensions.
A powerful earthquake in Indonesia has killed at least 51 people and displaced thousands. Hundreds of homes and public buildings have been severely damaged. Rescue and humanitarian efforts are ongoing as local authorities and international teams work to assist affected communities.
Kyiv conducted one of its largest summer offensives, deploying over 600 drones against Moscow and Russian military logistics infrastructure. The attack represents an escalation in Ukraine's strategy to disrupt enemy supply lines and strike at the Russian capital's strategic targets.
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, resulting in at least 47 deaths. The earthquake occurred in East Nusa Tenggara province, causing significant building collapses and infrastructure damage. Local authorities have activated disaster response operations, with rescue teams conducting search and rescue efforts and providing medical assistance to the injured.
Israel launched airstrikes on Lebanon today, claiming to have killed a Hezbollah commander in the operation. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's spokesperson stated that Israel hopes to engage in new rounds of US-mediated negotiations with Lebanon, seeking more active diplomatic discussions.
An official revealed that the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) has successfully passed a key test in missile production. The institute optimized its assembly lines and achieved production capacity targets, demonstrating progress in Taiwan's defense technology development.
The United States is preparing to warn dozens of countries that joining China-led World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization will result in exclusion from the US-led AI alliance Pax Silica. This move reflects intensifying US-China competition in artificial intelligence, as Washington attempts to strengthen its influence over allied nations through alliance mechanisms, requiring countries to choose between the two camps.
The 60-day ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran is set to expire on the 17th, with negotiations remaining deadlocked. On the 15th, Iran demanded the US accept defeat and accused Qatar of shooting down an Iranian bomber and capturing three pilots during the war's initial phase. Qatar's foreign ministry denied the allegations. Both sides maintain hardline positions as the ceasefire deadline approaches.
Two members of a hiking association died after being attacked by wasps in the Hengchun Peninsula. The Air Force's NA-104 helicopter successfully completed the retrieval of two bodies from Manzhou Mountain on the 16th. However, during the return flight to Kaohsiung, sudden weather deterioration forced the aircraft to divert to Pingtung Airport for refueling before continuing its journey.