Taiwan AI Export Enforcement: Taiwan detained three executives in its widening AI chip crackdown tied to Super Micro and Nvidia-related diversion, but the case leans on document-forgery charges because Taiwan lacks a domestic law criminalizing the underlying AI-chip export itself. Extreme Heat Adaptation: Taiwan and Japan signed an MoU to expand heat-protection tech and preparedness, including Taiwan’s “Cool Map” that lists thousands of cooling relief sites as forecasts warn of 40°C-plus summers. AI Skills Demand: Taiwan’s MOEA/IDA “AI application planner” certification has drawn 21,000+ sign-ups since 2025, aiming to push practical, application-focused AI adoption across industries. Semiconductor Supply Chain: Micron broke ground on a ¥9.3B HBM memory plant in western Japan, with production targeted for 2028 to feed AI accelerators. Defense Drones Policy: Taiwan’s Executive Yuan proposed a special act to fund procurement of domestically developed defense drones (NT$210B), while the opposition pushes its own rival legislation. Local Infrastructure Politics: KMT and TPP leaders campaigned in Chiayi for a joint mayoral candidate, pressing the central government to approve a long-delayed light rail link to the HSR station. Smartphone Watch: Redmi 17 5G listings in Taiwan and Malaysia point to a 7,500mAh battery and 45W charging, with multiple storage tiers. Hydrogen Innovation: A Swiss-hosted Hydrogen Grand Prix final crowned teams from 20+ countries, including Taiwan, in a youth fuel-cell engineering competition. Culture & Tech Society: Four Taiwanese performing groups kicked off a three-week run at Festival Off Avignon, including one production explicitly reflecting how digital devices reshape perception.