2025 年 4 月 25 日｜HOT 基礎英文新聞｜EP106
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第一則：歐盟「數位市場法」裁罰蘋果與Meta
歐盟執委會於4月23日根據「數位市場法」，對蘋果公司處以5億歐元罰款（約新台幣185億元），Meta則被罰2億歐元（約新台幣74億元）。
執委會指出，蘋果阻止開發者引導用戶至其他平台，未盡「反引導義務」；而Meta在其「付費或同意」機制中不當限制用戶個資權利。兩家公司需在60日內遵從裁罰決定，否則將面臨更多罰緩。
EU Fines Apple and Meta Under Digital Markets Act
On April 23, the European Commission imposed fines on Apple and Meta under the Digital Markets Act. Apple was fined €500 million (approximately NT$18.5 billion), while Meta faced a €200 million fine (around NT$7.4 billion).
The Commission stated that Apple prevented developers from directing users to other platforms, failing to fulfill its obligations of anti-steering. Meanwhile, Meta improperly restricted users’ data rights in its “pay or agree” mechanism. Both companies must comply with the fines within 60 days, or they will face additional penalties.
第二則：美國陸軍士官洩漏國防資訊被判刑
美國陸軍中士舒茲因去年8月認罪向中國提供敏感國防資訊，包括保衛台灣的軍事機密，於4月23日被判刑7年。
他承認洩漏至少92份文件，並因此獲得4.2萬美元報酬。美國司法部強調將持續防範中國的軍事行動，確保洩漏者受到懲罰。
U.S. Army Sergeant Sentenced for Leaking Defense Information
On April 23, U.S. Army Sergeant Schultz was sentenced to seven years in prison for pleading guilty to providing sensitive defense information to China. This included military secrets related to Taiwan’s defense.
Schultz admitted to leaking at least 92 documents and received $42,000 in return. The U.S. Department of Justice emphasized its commitment to preventing China’s military actions and ensuring that those who leak information are punished.
第三則：伊斯坦堡發生6.2級地震 151人因恐慌受傷
土耳其伊斯坦堡於4月23日下午12時59分發生規模6.2的地震，震源深度約7公里，持續13秒。
151人因恐慌從高處跳下受傷，無人傷勢危急。地震後，共記錄到51次餘震，市內部分商店關閉，但能源和水利基礎設施未受損。
6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Istanbul, 151 Injured Due to Panic
On April 23 at 12:59 PM, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul, Turkey, with a depth of approximately 7 kilometers, lasting for 13 seconds.
As a result of panic, 151 people were injured after jumping from heights, but none sustained critical injuries. Following the earthquake, 51 aftershocks were recorded. Some stores in the city closed temporarily, but energy and water infrastructure remained intact.
第四則：IMF上調台灣2025年經濟成長率至2.9%
根據國際貨幣基金（IMF）於4月22日發布的報告，台灣2025年經濟成長率預估為2.9%，較去年10月的2.7%上調0.2個百分點，顯著優於日本、韓國、新加坡及香港。
報告指出，台灣今年的消費者物價年增率為1.8%，遠低於全球的4.3%。失業率預測將維持在3.4%。
IMF Raises Taiwan's Economic Growth Forecast for 2025 to 2.9%
According to a report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on April 22, Taiwan’s economic growth rate for 2025 is projected at 2.9%. This is an increase of 0.2 percentage points from the 2.7% forecast in October of last year, significantly outperforming Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
The report also noted that Taiwan’s consumer price index is expected to rise by 1.8% this year, well below the global average of 4.3%. The unemployment rate is projected to remain steady at 3.4%.
第五則：AI攝影機助力雪豹保護計畫
世界自然基金會於4月22日在巴基斯坦吉爾吉特-巴爾蒂斯坦地區啟動了一項由人工智能驅動的攝影機計畫，目的為偵測雪豹並警告村民轉移牲畜。
科學家估計，全球僅剩4,000至6,000隻雪豹，過去二十年數量減少20%。此計畫希望減少人類與雪豹衝突，保護這一珍貴物種的生存。
AI Cameras Support Snow Leopard Conservation Efforts
On April 22, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) launched an AI-driven camera project in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan. The initiative aims to detect snow leopards and alert villagers to move their livestock.
Scientists estimate that only 4,000 to 6,000 snow leopards remain globally, with their population decreasing by 20% over the past two decades. This project seeks to reduce human-wildlife conflict and protect the survival of this precious species.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
The European Commission has imposed fines on Apple and Meta under the Digital Markets Act, with Apple fined €500 million and Meta €200 million for violating user rights.
U.S. Army Sergeant Schultz has been sentenced to seven years in prison for leaking sensitive defense information to China, including military secrets about Taiwan.
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul, injuring 151 people due to panic, while the city’s energy and water infrastructure remained unaffected.
The IMF has raised Taiwan’s economic growth forecast for 2025 to 2.9%, reflecting a positive outlook compared to other regional economies.
The WWF has launched an AI-driven camera project in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan region to support snow leopard conservation efforts and reduce human-wildlife conflict.
In the next episode, we will together explore the recent hot news with you in the morning. Don’t forget to come back. Have a nice day and hear me next time. Bye!
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