【上緯投控】Announcement of the record date for the issuance of new shares in a capital increase through conversion of the company's third domestic secured convertible corporate bonds and fourth domestic unsecured convertible corporate bonds into common shares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
上緯投控 announced April 23, 115, as the capital increase record date for issuing new shares through bond conversion. Its paid-in capital will thereby reach approximately NT$921.05 million.
【上緯投控】Announcement that the company’s board of directors has resolved to buy back treasury shares.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
上緯投控's board approved a share buyback of up to 4.2 million shares (about NT$8.5 billion) to protect shareholder interests and maintain the company's credit standing.
國泰金 reported revenue of NT$19.898 billion in March 2026, up 199.9% year over year. The record increase highlights significant growth in its financial and insurance businesses.
富邦金 reported revenue of NT$13.238 billion in March 2026, up 139.0% year over year. The sharp increase highlights strong growth in its financial and insurance businesses.
華南金 reported revenue of NT$6.369 billion in March 2026, up 32.6% year over year. The increase indicates that its financial and insurance businesses are performing steadily.
中再保 reported revenue of NT$547 million in March 2026, down 40.8% year over year. The decline may reflect a review of the company's business strategy or changes in market conditions.
新產 reported revenue of NT$2.296 billion in March 2026, up 18.8% year over year. The increase indicates that its insurance business is performing steadily.
[New launch] Korean food for the “enjoy at home” era. A new customizable series, “おうちで韓国,” joins “おうちでニクヤク”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Korean food brand “おうちで韓国” makes its debut. It carries on the flavor of 南大門, a charcoal-grilled yakiniku restaurant founded in 1988, bringing Korean cuisine to the home.
SOMPO and Superiieur to speak at the “HR Conference 2026 Spring”.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
SOMPO and Superiieur will present at the "HR Conference 2026 Spring." myPecon, an online coaching service, aims to achieve high performance and well-being for individuals and organizations.
HelpTech receives first certification as a “2026 Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization” in the small and medium-sized enterprise category.
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HelpTech株式会社 has received its first certification as a “2026 Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization” in the small and medium-sized enterprise category. The company has a strong track record in reskilling and grant application support, helping businesses grow.
[Meijiya Sangyo] The “food theme park” marks its 50th anniversary! Nogata Ganda Bikkuri Ichi to hold the “Half-Century Festival” starting 4/17 (Fri.)!
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明治屋産業 marks its 50th anniversary with the “Half-Century Festival” at 直方がんだ びっくり市. The company has diversified from meat retailing and now operates a range of food-related businesses nationwide.
New trail-running hub “ARC’TERYX TRAIL HUB TAKAO” to open for a limited time on Mount Takao starting 4/17 (Fri.).
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Arc’teryx will open “ARC’TERYX TRAIL HUB TAKAO,” a temporary trail-running hub on Mount Takao, on 4/17. The site will showcase the brand’s history and its pursuit of progress.
[Japan XR Center] Global rollout with zero physical exports: Japanese-developed XR attractions to launch at 400 VR venues worldwide!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本XRセンター has begun rolling out Japanese-developed XR attractions to 400 VR venues worldwide, with zero physical exports. The company focuses on developing XR games and attractions as well as corporate training content, and is accelerating its global expansion.
Keep your car, upgrade only the experience — an AI Box with Android 13 brings navigation, video and music together in 1 device. The final batch of 60 units is available at a special price of ¥15,840, about 40% off. Offer ends when sold out.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Smart in-car device brand GetPairr has begun selling its Android 13 AI Box in a final batch of 60 units at a special price of ¥15,840, about 40% off.
Pocket-sized lens with “AF, F1.8 and 148g”: additional launch of the large-aperture “SG-image AF 25mm F1.8 Silver Limited” for APS-C cameras.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
E&Iクリエイション株式会社 has launched the large-aperture “SG-image AF 25mm F1.8 Silver Limited” for Nikon Z mount. The lens features a pocket-sized design and weighs 148g.
Creating the Future of Dental Hygienists: Introducing Partner School for Student Event “DH LIFE 2026,” 東京医学技術専門学校
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ADJ is supporting the “DH LIFE 2026” event as a dental care platform company. It aims to create new value in dental care and energize Japan by providing information to dental clinics and improving their treatment environments.
Supporting success in the Reiwa 8 fiscal year with the most thorough explanations: The definitive collection of past questions, “2026 Edition: 1st-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Second-Stage Exam Questions and Explanations,” goes on sale
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Construction Engineer Development Corporation has released the 2026 edition of a collection of past questions to prepare for the 1st-class civil engineering construction management engineer exam.
Folding stools featuring designs of past-generation Jimnys arrive at the SAC’S BAR Matsudo Terrace Mall store!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
CAMSHOP, a brand operated by 株式会社フェイス, will release folding stools featuring designs of past-generation Jimnys at the SAC’S BAR Matsudo Terrace Mall store.
操電 begins installing a solar power facility with a total capacity of around 2MW at 県西運輸’s Tsukubamirai Logistics Center
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
操電 has begun installing a solar power facility with a total capacity of around 2MW at 県西運輸’s Tsukubamirai Logistics Center. This is a major renewable energy deployment by the company, which works on everything from EV charging to grid-scale battery storage facilities.
Overall supervision of the development of learning materials for ユーキャン’s “Generative AI Passport Course”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A company provided overall supervision for the development of learning materials for ユーキャン’s “Generative AI Passport Course.” Its expertise in improving work efficiency with generative AI and in training services was put to use.
Kamenoko Tawashi teams up with legendary monster “Gamera” in a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration for Gamera’s 60th anniversary
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Kamenoko Tawashi, with a history spanning more than 100 years, has announced a collaboration with monster “Gamera,” which is celebrating its 60th anniversary.
US adjusts chip equipment policy toward China, maintains controls on advanced processes to preserve AI edge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US Congress has revised the MATCH Act, which would tighten export restrictions on semiconductor manufacturing equipment to China. Restrictions on ASML’s DUV lithography equipment remain in place, while some blanket restrictions have been eased.
Taiwan becomes the US’s 4th-largest trading partner; Massachusetts legislature adopts resolution to deepen cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Massachusetts legislature passed a resolution recognizing Taiwan as the US’s 4th-largest trading partner and calling for deeper cooperation in key areas such as AI and biotechnology.
Beirut celebrates Israel-Lebanon ceasefire taking effect; fireworks and celebratory gunfire light up the night sky
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire took effect, fireworks and celebratory gunfire lit up the sky over Beirut, symbolizing the chance for peace, but Hezbollah’s disarmament remains a key condition.
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect after clashes between Israel and Hezbollah cause casualties
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has taken effect, and Iran’s Foreign Ministry welcomed it. Just before the ceasefire began, fighting broke out between Israel’s military and Lebanon’s Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran. Two people were wounded on the Israeli side, while at least 7 people were killed and 33 wounded in airstrikes in Lebanon. According to the US State Department, the Lebanese government pledged to prevent Hezbollah from attacking Israel.
Following the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement and the possibility of talks between the US and Iran, markets are optimistic that the worst of the Middle East situation has passed. Major US stock indexes rose, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq setting record highs for 2 consecutive days. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 115.00 points to 48578.72; the S&P 500 rose 18.33 points to 7041.28; the Nasdaq gained 86.68 points to 24102.70; and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rose 90.06 points to 9329.35 at the close.
When will the next round of US-Iran talks take place? Trump hints it could be this weekend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US President Trump suggested that the next direct talks between the US and Iran could take place this weekend. Trump had previously said the next meeting could happen “within the next 2 days.” CNN reported that US Vice President JD Vance is expected to advance peace negotiations alongside Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, the president’s son-in-law.