[Nine Taiwanese startups recognised at ‘Next Big’ event in Taipei] Nine innovative Taiwanese startups were presented with awards from President Tsai Ing-wen on Tuesday (October 19) at an event at Taipei 101. The nine companies were selected as “NEXT BIG” representatives of “Startup Island TAIWAN,” an initiative backed by the National Development Council to promote the country’s startup ecosystem, as well as help startups expand overseas. Speeches were given by National Development Council minister Kung Ming-hsin, the nine startup heads, and President Tsai. The minister and startup CEOs highlighted achievements from the companies, while Tsai commended the firms for not...