Counter-Drone Reality Check: Taiwan’s $3.55B fixed anti-drone network can’t detect or jam newer PLA drones on 5.1GHz and has gaps against fiber-optic and AI-guided threats, with delays and parts issues leaving base protection vulnerable. AI Cyberwarfare: Taiwan says AI-assisted autonomous attacks hit government systems, including a nuclear agency breach, raising fears that “agentic” tools are changing cyber conflict. Semiconductor Packaging Shift: TSMC signals it’s fine with customers moving beyond CoWoS as MediaTek explores alternative advanced packaging, underscoring how capacity constraints are reshaping the supply chain. AI Infrastructure Arms Race: Goldman Sachs projects global AI investment near $1T in 2026, with spending rising through 2028—fueling demand for chips, power, and data centers. Health Tech from ITRI: ITRI unveils a noninvasive in-ear vagus nerve stimulator for generalized anxiety disorder, aiming for practical use in 3–5 years. Transport & Industry: Taiwan High Speed Rail takes delivery of Japan’s N700ST trains, boosting peak capacity by 25% from 2027. Education & Talent: Taiwan’s TEEP offers Indian students scholarships, stipends, and lab internships tied to AI, semiconductors, smart healthcare, and robotics. Policy & Society: Taiwan’s NHRC warns a caning referendum violates international human rights standards, while DGBAS reports record 2025 average annual personal income. Tech & Consumer Signals: Reports say Apple may delay the standard iPhone 18 to 2027, while Windows 11 licensing hikes could push PC costs higher.