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第一則：輝達、超微同意支付中國銷售收入 15% 換取出口許可
英國《金融時報》於8 月 11 日引述美國官員報導，輝達與超微同意將其 AI 晶片在中國的銷售收入 15%，支付給美國政府，作為取得出口許可的條件。
此規定適用於輝達 H20 與超微 MI308 晶片，川普政府尚未決定款項用途。輝達表示將遵守規範，並期望出口管制能維持美國全球競爭力；超微則未對此發表評論。
Nvidia, AMD to Pay 15% of China Sales for Export Permit
On August 11, the Financial Times quoted U.S. officials saying Nvidia and AMD agreed to give 15% of their AI chip sales in China to the U.S. government. This is the condition for getting an export permit.
The rule covers Nvidia’s H20 chip and AMD’s MI308 chip. The Trump administration has not decided how to use the money. Nvidia said it will follow U.S. rules. It hopes export controls can help keep America’s power in the world market. AMD did not respond to requests for comment.
第二則：日歐獲免疊加關稅 台灣出口壓力不減反增
白宮官員證實，日本與歐盟銷美產品可免疊加 15% 關稅。日本《共同社》引述美方說法，完成協議後日本將適用豁免，但細節仍在敲定。
目前僅有歐日獲得此待遇，台灣則維持疊加關稅，即在 20% 稅率外，再加上貨品原有的最惠國稅率及任何反傾銷或反補貼稅。經濟部已邀美國律師向出口與報關業者說明計算方式，並積極推動出口拓銷活動，期盼能為業者增加更多訂單。
Japan, EU Get Tariff Exemption, Taiwan Faces More Pressure
White House officials confirmed that products from Japan and the EU sold to the U.S. can skip the extra 15% tariff. Japan’s Kyodo News quoted U.S. officials saying that after the deal is done, Japan will get the exemption, but details are still being decided.
Only Japan and the EU have this benefit. Taiwan still faces the extra tariff. This means a 20% tax plus the original Most Favored Nation tax and any anti-dumping or countervailing duties. The Ministry of Economic Affairs has invited U.S. lawyers to explain the calculation methods to exporters and customs agents, and is actively promoting overseas trade to secure more orders for local businesses.
第三則：立委兩屆上限不變 民眾黨展開2026布局
民眾黨於 8 月 10 日舉辦全國黨代表大會，定案將落實立委任期限制兩屆條款。黨主席黃國昌表示，所有黨務將依照前主席柯文哲的規劃執行。
民眾黨已著手準備 2026 地方選舉，制定提名辦法並加速作業進度。黃國昌強調，政黨運作必須具備制度與實力，並批評部分政黨將選舉操作成衡量執政成敗的唯一指標，忽略長期發展與治理能力。
Two-Term Limit Stays, TPP Starts 2026 Election Plans
On August 10, the Taiwan People’s Party held its national congress. The party confirmed it will keep the rule that lawmakers can only serve two terms. Party chairman Huang Kuo-chang said all party work will follow plans set by former chairman Ko Wen-je.
The party has started preparing for the 2026 local elections. It is making rules for candidate nominations and speeding up the process. Huang stressed that a political party’s operation must be based on established systems and capabilities. He criticized some political parties for manipulating elections to be the sole measure of success or failure in the public’s eyes, thereby ignoring long-term development and governing capabilities.
第四則：川普要求英特爾執行長下台 公司股價應聲下挫
美國總統川普於8月7日，公開要求英特爾執行長陳立武辭職，導致股價下跌 5%。參議員科頓質疑陳立武擔任執行長職務涉利益衝突及與中國企業關聯，尤其在益華電腦任職期間的刑事案件。英特爾目前聲明表示支持美國國家安全，但未回應指控。
前執行長基辛格離任後，進入重整期的英特爾近期面臨內外壓力，包含宣布裁撤歐洲新廠、整併亞洲產能，並削減晶圓代工支出，以面對挑戰。
Trump Calls for Intel CEO's Resignation, Company Shares Tumble
On August 7, U.S. President Donald Trump openly asked Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to step down. The stock price fell 5%. Senator Tom Cotton questioned if he had a conflict of interest and ties with Chinese companies, especially a criminal case during his time at Cadence Design Systems. Intel said it supports U.S. national security but did not answer the claims.
After former CEO Pat Gelsinger left, Intel entered a time of reorganization. The company faces both inside and outside pressure. It announced plans to cut a new plant in Europe, merge production in Asia, and reduce spending in its loss-making foundry business to meet challenges.
第五則：打字習慣與手機殼喜好 揭露不同世代特色
一名蘋果前員工近日分享長期觀察，指出人們的手機打字習慣可分為四大年齡族群：Z 世代偏好單手快速滑動，千禧世代常在單、雙手間切換；50 歲以上族群偏好雙手並用；而 65 歲以上的使用者則多半習慣單指點按。
手機殼選擇也呈現差異，年輕人偏愛透明殼，長者則青睞翻蓋皮套。此觀察引發網友熱議，討論世代差異與使用習慣的關聯。
Typing Habits and Phone Cases Show Generational Traits
A former Apple employee recently shared long-term observations. The findings show that people’s phone typing habits can be grouped into four age groups. Gen Z likes to type with one hand and swipe quickly. Millennials often switch between one hand and two hands. People over 50 prefer two hands, while those over 65 typically resort to single-finger tapping.
Phone case choices also show differences. Young people like clear cases, while older people prefer flip covers. This observation has started heated discussion online. Many are talking about the link between generations and how they use their phones.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
Nvidia and AMD will give 15% of their AI chip sales in China to the U.S. government to get export permits.
Japan and the EU will be exempt from an extra 15% tariff on U.S. sales, while Taiwan still faces the added tax.
The Taiwan People’s Party will keep its two-term limit for lawmakers and has begun planning for the 2026 local elections.
President Trump has called for Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign, raising questions about his ties to Chinese companies.
A former Apple employee says phone typing habits and case choices reveal clear generational differences.
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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