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Taiwan cracks down on suspected Nvidia smuggling to China
Taiwan prosecutors crack down on tech fraud, seizing 50 servers with Nvidia chips. Three executives detained for forgery and false registration.
2026/05/22 16:36
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Lai Ching-te marks two years with mixed reviews from voters
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s approval climbs to 38% at two-year mark as economic satisfaction surges 12 points, but anti-fraud efforts score worst rating.
2026/05/14 17:08
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Taiwan opposition party pushes referendum on caning
KMT legislator Hung Mong-kai proposes a referendum to introduce caning for crimes like sexual assault. The CEC stresses its independent role in reviewing such proposals.
2026/04/27 17:02
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Taiwan prosecutors charge 166 in OpenPay platform scandal
Authorities in Taiwan have uncovered a financial scandal involving Taiwan OpenPay, which ceased operations in May 2025. Owner Chien Kun-Sung fled with funds, leaving the company deserted. Prosecutors found the platform had laundered NT$7 billion for illegal gambling and fraud groups. Prosecutors charged 166 people and issued a warrant for Chien’s arrest.
2026/03/30 17:00
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Foxconn showcases AI health monitoring at Taipei summit
Foxconn showcased its urban solutions at the 2026 Smart City Summit & Expo in Taipei. Highlights include the CityGPT system for governance and AI-driven healthcare innovations.
2026/03/20 17:25
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Taiwan officer addresses souvenir shop overcharge incident
Taipei consumer protection officer Yeh Chia-hao addressed a potential fraud case in Ximending. A South Korean tourist reported overcharging at a souvenir shop, prompting a refund.
2026/03/04 15:18
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Taipei indicts 62 in Prince Group fraud, laundering case
Prosecutors in Taipei indicted 62 defendants and 13 companies for transnational fraud linked to Cambodia’s Prince Group. Key figures face sentences up to 20 years.
2026/03/04 14:39
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Taiwan auctions seized luxury cars in Prince Group probe
Taipei auctioned 33 luxury cars seized in the Prince Group fraud case, raising NT$436.62 million. Highlights included a Ferrari LaFerrari sale. The event drew 266 buyers.
2026/03/02 15:20
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Taipei prosecutors probe Kao Chin for legal violations
Authorities searched independent legislator Kao Chin’s residence and office in Taipei over fraud allegations. The investigation, led by Yang Jen-chih, involved claims of fraudulent assistant fees and legal violations.
2026/02/10 16:08
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Visa-free nightmare: Taiwanese nabbed in overseas scams
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns citizens of fraud-related arrests in South Korea. Officials urge caution with visa-free entry and advise against dubious job offers.
2026/02/03 15:07
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Taiwan extradites 17 in romance scam case from Philippines
Taiwan extradited 17 nationals from the Philippines for a romance scam targeting over 1,000 victims. Authorities collaborated to arrest and return the suspects.
2026/01/21 20:00
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共和黨議員參選人遊行遭「利刃刺傷頭」 滿頭血畫面曝
美國共和黨籍佛羅里達州參議院候選人朗恩(Jake Lang)17日在明尼亞波利斯(Minneapolis)發起「反詐騙遊行」(March Against Fraud)活動時,遭到左翼抗議者攻擊刺傷。朗恩曾參與「1月6日國會騷亂」並獲特赦,這次在明尼阿波利斯市府大樓(City Hall)前與左派反對者發生激烈衝突,影片顯示他頭部後方血流如注,現場一片混亂。
2026/01/18 11:04
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How Taiwan fraudsters stole homes from scammed victims
Authorities in Taipei dismantled a fraud ring exploiting a database to target victims twice. Police arrested 17, including the ringleader, who preyed on real estate assets.
2026/01/13 13:41
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Death of influencer Molly’s assistant sparks bullying debate
A former assistant of fashion influencer Molly died by suicide after online harassment and workplace pressures. The incident highlights issues of bullying and mental health.
2026/01/07 12:20
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Taiwan moves to lower threshold for high-value fraud crimes
Taiwan’s lawmakers advance amendments to the Fraud Crime Hazard Prevention Act, aiming to impose stricter penalties on high-value fraud. The changes include lowering the threshold for high-value fraud, enhancing legal measures, and introducing harsher sentences for exploiting vulnerable individuals.
2025/12/17 18:00
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Taiwanese fraud cases in Japan surge tenfold in 2025
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports a tenfold increase in Taiwanese fraud cases in Japan, urging citizens to avoid illegal activities. Stay informed on this issue.
2025/12/16 19:00
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Concert ticket scams target K-pop fans in Taiwan surge
Online shopping scams in Taiwan are the top source of victimization, with 452 cases daily in November. Financial losses hit NT$199.7 million. Learn more about scam tactics and prevention.
2025/12/11 17:00
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KMT legislator questions RedNote ban’s proportionality
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior blocks RedNote for a year over fraud concerns and lack of response. Legislator questions if this is censorship. Data security is a key issue.
2025/12/08 14:00
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Presidential Office supports blocking RedNote platform
Taiwan supports a ban on China’s RedNote app due to fraud and cybersecurity issues. President’s office backs the decision amid regional tensions and tech industry focus.
2025/12/05 20:00
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Taiwan blocks RedNote despite Facebook leading scams
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior will block the Chinese app RedNote for a year due to fraud cases. Facebook leads in scam reports, with 52,128 incidents.
2025/12/05 12:00
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Taiwan poll shows 86% want much tougher fraud penalties
A TVBS survey reveals 86% of Taiwanese citizens find fraud penalties too lenient. Support for caning fraudsters is high. Critics blame the DPP for rising fraud.
2025/11/21 16:00
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TPP head Huang Kuo-chang faces bribery charges over NT$2M
Taipei prosecutors named Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang a defendant in a corruption case linked to a fraud inquiry. Allegations involve potential quid pro quo with a garment factory chairman’s son. Huang denies wrongdoing.
2025/11/18 12:13
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Taiwan basketball star gets prison for fixing games
Former SBL MVP Ke Min-hao receives a seven-year prison sentence for match-fixing. Taiwan’s basketball leagues unite to draft regulations and prevent future scandals.
2025/11/17 17:24
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Taiwan seizes US$145M from Prince Holding in fraud crackdown
Taiwanese authorities arrested 25 members of Chen Chih’s Prince Group, seizing NT$4.5 billion in illegal assets. Ku Shuwen faces charges of money laundering and fraud. Taiwan prosecutors arrested 25 members of Chen Chih’s Prince Holding Group and seized NT$4.5 billion in illegal assets.
2025/11/06 17:46
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Investigation into Prince Group founder intensifies
Authorities in Taiwan intensify their probe into Prince Group founder Chen Zhi for transnational fraud. The investigation, involving U.S. collaboration, targets money laundering and organized crime.
2025/11/05 16:00