AI News 180m Report

2026-04-24 06:00–09:00 JST

188 received, 188 listed, 3 sources ・ Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 135 items from 2 sources; Japan, 53 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所 (continued)(127)

【正新】Announcement by important subsidiary Cheng Shin International (HK) Ltd. that the board resolved to approve the repatriation of earnings

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

The board of Cheng Shin International (HK) Ltd., a key subsidiary of 正新, approved the repatriation of profits through a cash dividend of RMB 534,740,215. The funds will ultimately be returned to 正新.

Companies mentioned:Cheng Shin International (HK) Ltd.、CST Trading Ltd.

【威盛】The company's securities met the criteria for the announcement of trading information warranting attention on the centralized market; significant financial and business information is therefore disclosed to help investors distinguish and understand the matter.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

威盛電子 disclosed material financial and business information after its securities on the centralized trading market reached the trading surveillance information threshold. Revenue in March 2026 rose 69.40% year on year to NT$1.12841 billion, while pre-tax net profit surged 1,169.13% to NT$116.11 million.

【福懋油】Announcement that the board resolved to add items to the agenda for the 115 annual shareholders' meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

福懋油 announced that it had added a by-election for 1 independent director to the agenda for its annual shareholders’ meeting, which will be held on June 26, 2026. This gives shareholders an opportunity to take part in an important decision aimed at strengthening the company’s governance structure.

【國票金】Announcement by subsidiary 國票金租賃 of important resolutions passed at the 26th meeting of its first board of directors (exercising the powers of the shareholders' meeting)

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

國票金租賃, a subsidiary of 國票金, approved its 2025 profit distribution proposal at a board meeting held on April 23, 2026, and set total cash dividends to shareholders at NT$18,116,370.

Companies mentioned:國票金租賃、國票金融控股股份有限公司

【信邦】Announcement that the board resolved to acquire existing factory buildings in the Taichung Harbor Technology Industrial Park

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

信邦 announced that its board had resolved to acquire an existing factory in 台中港科技產業園區. Considering the company’s overall business planning and operational management, it will acquire a factory with a building area of 4,253.27 ping for no more than NT$340 million.

Companies mentioned:進欣昱企業股份有限公司

【信邦】Announcement that the board resolved to build factory buildings on leased land in the Tongluo Science Park

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

信邦’s board decided to lease land and commission construction of a new factory in Tongluo Science Park. The project will involve an investment of approximately NT$4.3 billion and is intended to support the company’s overall planning and operational management.

【上曜】Correction to the detailed disclosure table of loans of funds for March 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

上曜建設開發股份有限公司 announced a correction to its schedule of disclosed loan information for March 2026. The actual amount drawn down had decreased, but the change was not reported in time, resulting in a discrepancy between the reported amount and the actual loan details. The company therefore corrected its original announcement.

Companies mentioned:永捷創新科技股份有限公司、台保大投資控股股份有限公司

【信邦】Announcement by important subsidiary 江陰信邦電子有限公司 that its subsidiary 江陰信承電子有限公司 plans to establish a Shanghai branch

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

江陰信承電子有限公司, a subsidiary of 江陰信邦電子有限公司, a key subsidiary of 信邦, announced plans to establish a branch in Shanghai to expand its business.

Companies mentioned:江陰信邦電子有限公司、江陰信承電子有限公司

【陽明】Announcement by significant subsidiary 陽明(新加坡)有限公司 on the replacement of the representative of its corporate director

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

陽明(シンガポール)有限公司, a subsidiary of 陽明海運, announced a change in the representative of its corporate director. 呉大廉, head of the Ship Management Department, will be replaced by 陳飛傑, head of the Business Department, with the appointment taking effect on May 1, 2026.

Companies mentioned:陽明海運股份有限公司、陽明(新加坡)有限公司

【信邦】Announcement that the board approved a plan to establish a Tongluo branch and invest in factory construction

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

信邦’s board approved the establishment of a Tongluo branch and a change to its factory construction investment plan. To expand production capacity, the company will establish a branch in 苗栗銅鑼科学園区 and increase its factory construction investment from NT$3.2 billion to NT$4.3 billion.

【信邦】Announcement that the board approved an investment plan to establish a Taichung branch

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

信邦 has approved a board investment plan to establish a Taichung branch in Taichung Harbor Technology Industrial Park to expand production capacity. The total investment is 665 million yuan, with investments to begin in phases from 2026.

Companies mentioned:信邦

【南寶】Announcement by important subsidiary 台灣艾富克股份有限公司 that the board resolved not to distribute earnings

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

南寶 announced that its major subsidiary, 台灣艾富克股份有限公司, resolved at a board meeting not to distribute profits. This is an important decision regarding the company's financial strategy.

Companies mentioned:台灣艾富克股份有限公司

【信邦】Announcement that the board approved the financial statements for the first quarter of 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

信邦's board approved its financial statements for the first quarter of 2026. The report showed first-quarter consolidated revenue of NT$8.29 billion, net income attributable to owners of the parent of NT$865 million, and basic EPS of NT$3.60.

【台橡】Announcement of a director change at subsidiary TSRC (Lux) Corporation S.a r.l.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台橡 announced that its subsidiary TSRC (Lux) Corporation S.a r.l. rescinded the nomination of Sabrina DiSerafino as a director after she did not take up the position for personal reasons. As a result, 1/4 of the company's directors changed.

Companies mentioned:TSRC (Lux) Corporation S.a r.l.

【八貫】Announcement that the board resolved to authorize the chairman to issue new shares through a cash capital increase of up to NT$貳億元

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

八貫 announced that its board authorized the chairperson to issue new shares through a cash capital increase of up to NT$200 million. The issuance will comprise a maximum total issue amount of NT$20 million and 2 million common shares, primarily to strengthen working capital.

【八貫】Announcement that the board approved the standalone financial statements for the first quarter of fiscal year 115

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

At its board meeting on April 23, 2026, 八貫 approved its standalone financial statements for the first quarter of 2026 (January 1-March 31). The company reported strong results, including revenue of 917,285 thousand yuan, pretax profit of 202,788 thousand yuan, net income attributable to owners of the parent of 162,191 thousand yuan, and basic EPS of 2.08 yuan.

【台橡】Announcement by subsidiary TSRC (Lux.) Corporation S.a r.l. of important resolutions passed at an extraordinary shareholders' meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台橡's subsidiary TSRC (Lux.) Corporation S.a r.l. decided at an extraordinary shareholders' meeting to rescind the resolution nominating a new director on March 6, 2026, and to entrust related follow-up work to Pinsent Masons Luxembourg LLP.

Companies mentioned:台橡、TSRC (Lux.) Corporation S.a r.l.、Pinsent Masons Luxembourg LLP

【台橡】Announcement by subsidiary TSRC(LUX.) Corporation S.a r.l. of an extraordinary shareholders' meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台橡 announced that its subsidiary TSRC(LUX.) Corporation S.a r.l. will hold an extraordinary shareholders' meeting. The agenda includes approval of the resignation of a newly appointed director, rescission of the resolution nominating a director on March 6, 2026, and entrusting related procedures to a law firm.

Companies mentioned:TSRC(LUX.) Corporation S.a r.l.、Pinsent Masons Luxembourg LLP

【艾笛森】Announcement of important resolutions passed at the shareholders' meeting of subsidiary 艾特光電(股)公司

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

艾笛森's consolidated subsidiary 艾特光電 announced key resolutions from its shareholders' meeting. The profit distribution proposal for fiscal 114, financial statements, and business report were approved.

Companies mentioned:艾特光電(股)公司

【中工】Correction to the company's standalone and consolidated financial reports for the fourth quarter of 114.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

中華工程股份有限公司 corrected the signature sections of its standalone and consolidated financial reports for the fourth quarter of 114, in accordance with instructions from the Securities and Futures Bureau of the Financial Supervisory Commission.

Original【金麗-KY】代子公司公告更正115年03月份資金貸與明細資訊

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

金麗-KY's subsidiary 金蘋果(中國)有限公司 corrected information in its fund-lending statement for March 2026. The loan amount was changed from 336,713 thousand yuan to 331,946 thousand yuan.

Companies mentioned:金蘋果(中國)有限公司、長泰金蘋果實業有限公司

【建德工業】Matters related to the company's board resolution to convene the 115 annual shareholders' meeting of the Republic of China (correction to the electronic voting format)

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Taiwan machine tool manufacturer 建德工業 resolved to hold its annual shareholders' meeting on June 1, 2026. Key agenda items include approval of the 2025 annual financial report and earnings distribution proposal, as well as corrections to the electronic voting format.

【貿聯-KY】Clarification of media reports

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

貿聯-KY announced that media reports claiming it would "earn 7 times its share capital from its high-speed computing business" were speculative and that it had not provided any forward-looking financial information. The company urged readers to refer to its official announcements.

Companies mentioned:工商時報

【倍利科】Correction to the announcement of the board resolution to convene the 115 annual shareholders' meeting (correction to the subject of the first discussion item)

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

倍利科 (Belico), a Taiwan-based electronics and semiconductor-related company, released details of its annual shareholders' meeting for 2026 (ROC year 115). Dividend proposals and revisions to its articles of incorporation and compliance regulations are scheduled for discussion.

Companies mentioned:聯合再生能源股份有限公司 (United Renewable Energy)

【來頡】Announcement of the expected date for submission of the company's consolidated financial report for the first quarter of 115 to the board

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

來頡 (M3Technology), an analog IC design company, announced that it will hold a board meeting on April 29 to review its financial report for the first quarter of 2026.

Companies mentioned:来頡科技股份有限公司

【台勝科】(Updated meeting agenda) Announcement that the board of 台塑勝高科技股份有限公司 resolved to convene the 115 annual shareholders' meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

台塑勝高科技股份有限公司 announced that it will hold a shareholders' meeting on June 11, 115. Items for approval include the business report, financial statements, and earnings distribution proposal for fiscal 114.

【廣越】Announcement by subsidiary 金漢實業股份有限公司 that the board resolved to capitalize earnings and issue new shares

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

金漢實業, a subsidiary of 廣越(Kwang Viet Enterprise), resolved at a board meeting to capitalize NT$25.25 million in retained earnings and issue 2,525,000 new shares.

Companies mentioned:廣越(Kwang Viet Enterprise)、金漢實業

Japan | PR TIMES(53)

Bookleverage, a book Q&A service that uses generative AI to expand and deepen the reading experience, launches

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Qureka Inc. has launched Bookleverage, a service that uses AI to answer users' questions instantly based on book data. It aims to dramatically improve business professionals' learning efficiency.

Companies mentioned:NTTドコモ

Notice of the signing ceremony for a comprehensive partnership agreement between 株式会社steAm and アジア太平洋トレードセンター株式会社 (ATC)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社steAm and Asia-Pacific Trade Center (ATC) have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement to support sustainable regional development and create new value. The signing ceremony will be held on April 30, 2026, at Osaka ATC Green Eco Plaza.

Companies mentioned:株式会社steAm、アジア太平洋トレードセンター株式会社

Business-to-business transaction platform "DocYou" begins use at 大嘉産業株式会社

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Nippon Steel Hitachi Systems Solutions' business-to-business transaction platform "DocYou" began use at 大嘉産業 in October 2025.

Companies mentioned:日鉄日立システムソリューションズ株式会社、大嘉産業株式会社

"100 Human Resources Consulting Companies & Services Guide 2026 Edition" for HR executives and staff: special page featuring first-time selections launched

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

日本人材ニュース社 has launched a special page introducing companies and services selected for the first time in its "100 Human Resources Consulting Companies & Services Guide 2026 Edition."

Companies mentioned:アンドア、エクサウィザーズ、グロービス、ザ・ホスピタリティチーム、ヒューマン・タッチ、マイナビ研修サービス、メンタル・リンク

株式会社AiKAGI launches new "Business MC Service" for corporate events

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社AiKAGIは、BtoB企業のイベント等において登壇者と参加者の対話を設計し成果に繋げる「ビジネスMCサービス」を2026年4月24日より提供開始する。

Companies mentioned:株式会社IDEATECH

Make long drives more comfortable during the Golden Week travel and homecoming season. Nerrcilo's AI Box makes videos and navigation easier to use, now just 8,683 yen for a limited time.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Nerrcilo is holding a Golden Week limited-time sale on Amazon for its Android 12-powered "AI Box" for vehicles with wired Apple CarPlay. The price is reduced from 9,980 yen to 8,683 yen.

Companies mentioned:Amazon.co.jp

Ikebukuro Mathematics and Science Seminar to hold 30th anniversary ceremony on May 10, 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ikebukuro Mathematics and Science Seminar, a prep school specializing in medical school entrance exams, will hold a ceremony in Tokyo on May 10, 2026, to mark its 30th anniversary. The event will recognize its longstanding record and express appreciation to those involved.

株式会社VISIONARY JAPAN selected for 2026 "Best Venture 100"

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社VISIONARY JAPAN, which provides AI and IT solutions, has been selected for the 2026 "Best Venture 100." It was highly rated for its rapid growth, reaching 2.7 billion yen in sales within 4 years of its founding, and for its workplace environment focused on employee well-being.

Companies mentioned:イシン株式会社

[New podcast bringing you the realities of certified psychologists' work and careers] Japanese Association of Certified Public Psychologists launches "日心協ラジオ"

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Japanese Association of Certified Public Psychologists will launch "日心協ラジオ," a podcast about certified psychologists' real-life work and careers, on April 24, 2026. The debut episode features Masaki Fukushima of 国境なき医師団 as a guest.

Companies mentioned:国境なき医師団

[ゴトウフローリスト] Unveils a new signature flower collection for spring 2026, bringing elegance to everyday life

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ゴトウフローリスト has unveiled a new signature flower collection for spring 2026, with options for everyday use and gifts. The collection includes 3 designs priced from 17,600 yen to 41,800 yen.

にしき堂's Momiji manju stationery and goods arrive at Hiroshima and Fukuyama stations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社にしき堂 will launch its original "Momiji manju stationery and goods," created in collaboration with the large stationery retailer うさぎや, at 3 new locations across Hiroshima and Fukuyama stations starting April 24, 2026.

Companies mentioned:クラブン株式会社(うさぎや)

[Makeup-removing cleansing pack launches from yurutto (ゆるっと)] New release on Friday, May 1, 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The "Makeup-Removing Cleansing Pack" from the yurutto brand, developed by 株式会社TELESA, will launch on May 1, 2026. One sheet completes the routine from makeup removal through skincare.

Original【松戸市・八柱】女性ダイエット資格保持者による”美ボディが続く”サポート。病院での講演会実績を持つジムが松戸市の忙しい社会人を救う!5月限定ギフトカードもプレゼント中!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalパーソナルジム『リアルボディ松戸八柱店』が5月限定で「体重減少チャレンジキャンペーン」を開始。女性向け資格を持つ店長が、独自の機能改善メソッドで忙しい社会人のダイエットを支援する。

Original【宮城・太白区】5月限定!入会金90%オフ!美ボディ育成のカリスマと女性プロが導く“夏のスタートダッシュ”サポート。1回3,500円の東北最大級ジムリアルボディ長町店で、夏に向けて自信を手に入れる!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalパーソナルジム『リアルボディ長町店』が、5月限定で入会金90%オフのキャンペーンを実施。三上晴輝店長や女性トレーナーが夏に向けたボディメイクを支援する。

Companies mentioned:株式会社リアルボディRグループ

【Hosted by Japan Management】What did a regional hospital do to attract doctors?

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社日本経営 will hold a special online seminar on April 27 and 28, focusing on organizational reform at 慈愛会 (Kagoshima). The seminar will share practical, firsthand examples of human resources systems and cost accounting introduced by a regional hospital that transformed itself into a workplace attracting doctors.

Companies mentioned:株式会社日本経営、公益財団法人慈愛会(今村総合病院)

OriginalGWは京都・岡崎公園へ!「京都餃子大作戦2026」開催全国の人気餃子×KIDS万博×無料映画で家族1日満喫

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

"Kyoto Gyoza Daisakusen 2026" will be held at Okazaki Park in Kyoto from May 1 to 6. Popular gyoza restaurants from across Japan will gather for this major Golden Week event, held alongside the family-friendly "KIDS Expo 2026."

Companies mentioned:百年本舗、廣久、じぃじの餃子、猪天餃子、中国料理 樹樹、夏目家、餃子専門店 龍神家、博多八助、eight one cafe、うまいもん空海、北越ぎょうざ、宇都宮餃子 はちまん餃子

Okinawa-based aloha shirt brand "PAIKAJI" to hold an aloha shirt and gentleman's jewelry order fair on the 4th floor of 和光's Ginza flagship store

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Okinawa aloha shirt brand "PAIKAJI" will hold an order fair at 和光's Ginza flagship store. The event will also take advance orders for collaborative jewelry featuring a palm tree motif, created with fine jewelry brand "GENTLEMAN."

Companies mentioned:株式会社ジュネ、和光

グルービーモバイル株式会社, provider of the web customer engagement tool "TETORI" and scheduling tool "VIVIT LINK," obtains ISMS international standard "ISO/IEC 27001" certification

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

グルービーモバイル株式会社 obtained certification for the ISMS international standard "ISO/IEC 27001" on March 28, 2026. By strengthening its information security management system, the company aims to provide users with even more secure services.

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人ベターリビング

Achieving a Prime Market listing through "Preparing to Go Public from Scratch" — Behind the scenes of NSグループ under ベインキャピタル, working hand in hand with external experts

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A case study has been published on how NSグループ株式会社, supported by Bridge Consulting Group Inc., went from having no prior experience to listing on the TSE Prime Market. It offers practical insights into bringing external experts onto the team.

Companies mentioned:NSグループ株式会社、ベインキャピタル

AI support system "Helpdog" launches an intuitive new management interface to address the growing complexity of FAQ site operations

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

noco株式会社 has updated the UI and features of the FAQ article management interface for its AI support system "Helpdog." The intuitive interface streamlines FAQ management and helps customers find answers on their own.

Enjoy time in your car without being tied down by cables. "GetPairr TV," compatible with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, HDMI input and wired Type-C mirroring, is available on Amazon.co.jp

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The multifunctional adapter "GetPairr TV," compatible with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto and HDMI input, is now available on Amazon. A limited-time 55% OFF coupon is also available.

Companies mentioned:Amazon、Apple、Google

【A burst of blooms in the spring sky】Visit Atami Onsen during the spring holiday season! The Atami Ocean Fireworks Festival takes place on Sunday, May 24. Packages with transportation and guaranteed premium seats are now on sale. Seats are limited, so book soon!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ahead of the Atami Ocean Fireworks Festival on May 24, 熱海温泉 湯の宿 平鶴 is selling accommodation packages with guaranteed special viewing seats. Guests can also enjoy the fireworks from the renovated rooms.

Companies mentioned:熱海温泉 湯の宿 平鶴、網代温泉観光協会、株式会社サイトプラス、熱海市観光協会

New AKuser BE THE ULTIMATE thumb rest, designed to beautifully complement Leica M11/M10 series cameras

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

2ndfocus will launch the premium AKuser BE THE ULTIMATE thumb rest for Leica M11/M10 series cameras on April 24, 2026.

Companies mentioned:E&Iクリエイション株式会社、2ndfocus、AKuser BE THE ULTIMATE、Leica、Amazon

Teller Novel partners with hitmaker AOI Pro., behind the films "Exit 8" and "Bomb," to release original work "君が歌えば~ザッツエンカーテインメント~." Streaming exclusively on Teller Drama from April 24

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社テラーノベル is partnering with AOI Pro. to launch the original work "君が歌えば~ザッツエンカーテインメント~" on its short drama platform Teller Drama from April 24, 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社AOI Pro.

GBP to establish domestic production and product development hub in Yamaguchi City, strengthening domestic supply capacity in anticipation of future regulatory requirements, including JC-STAR

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

OriginalGBP株式会社が山口県山口市に5万㎡の敷地面積を持つ新たな国内生産・製品開発拠点(山口工場)を整備する。2026年5月より段階的に稼働予定。

Full program announced for the Communication Stage at the "Construction Industry Workstyle Forum 2026" on May 22

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sukedachi, a construction workforce matching platform, has announced the full program for the Communication Stage at the "Construction Industry Workstyle Forum 2026," to be held at Toranomon Hills Forum on May 22.

Companies mentioned:R工房、株式会社渡利解体、有限会社石和設備工業、株式会社CiRCUS、むすびば株式会社、株式会社ビルベイス、建設ロボティクス株式会社、株式会社フォトラクション、ONESTRUCTION株式会社、株式会社新建新聞社

Subsidy Cloud partners with 茨城県信用組合 to support regional companies' growth investment through combined subsidies and loans

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

"Subsidy Cloud," operated by 株式会社Stayway, has entered into a business partnership with 茨城県信用組合. The partnership will support sustainable growth and investment by regional businesses in Ibaraki Prefecture through integrated financial assistance combining subsidies and loans.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Stayway、茨城県信用組合

Spectee joins JAPIA (Japan Auto Parts Industries Association), accelerating industry collaboration to strengthen automotive supply chain resilience

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社Spectee, which provides AI-powered crisis management solutions, has joined the Japan Auto Parts Industries Association (JAPIA). It will step up support to strengthen supply chain resilience amid growing uncertainty through collaboration with the automotive industry.

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人 日本自動車部品工業会(JAPIA)、株式会社ジェイテクト、株式会社東芝、未来調達研究所株式会社、ローランド・ベルガー、アスエネ株式会社、株式会社海外安全管理本部

"Recipe for School" to exhibit at EDIX Tokyo 2026!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

"Recipe for School," an AI-powered English learning resource from Polyglots, will exhibit at EDIX Tokyo 2026 in May 2026. It will showcase AI-generated assignments and personalized learning, highlighting reduced teacher workloads and improved educational outcomes.

Companies mentioned:郁文館グローバル高等学校、インターエデュ社

From an Emmy Award-winning triumph to the latest film "Rental Family" — HIKARI, a director drawing global attention, brings the brilliance of her early work to Japan exclusively on Brillia ShortShorts Theater Online (BSSTO)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The short-film theater BSSTO will stream 2 early short films by Emmy Award-winning director HIKARI, "TSUYAKO" and "Where We Begin," free of charge and exclusively in Japan for 3 months from April 24.

Companies mentioned:Netflix

Craif appoints Takeo Mukai as CFO, hired locally in the United States

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Bio-AI startup Craif株式会社 has appointed Takeo Mukai as CFO, hiring him locally in the United States to accelerate the growth of its U.S. business.

Companies mentioned:Medtronic、Acutus Medical、IRRAS、ClearPoint Neuro、フォード・モーター・カンパニー

Craif enters a new phase of taking on the world and unveils a refreshed corporate logo

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Bio-AI startup Craif株式会社 has refreshed its corporate logo with global expansion in mind. As its work to bring the technology into practical use in Japan advances, the company has declared its resolve to enter a "new phase of taking on the world."

Craif opens its first overseas in-house Bio-AI lab in San Diego, U.S.

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Bio-AI startup Craif has opened its first overseas in-house Bio-AI lab in San Diego, U.S. Its CEO has relocated to the area to lead the deployment of early cancer detection technology in the U.S. market.

Companies mentioned:J&J (JLABS San Diego)、ANRI

Haraichi's Turn! Celebrating the show's 10th anniversary and 500th broadcast! The hugely popular radio show gets its first book, packed with Haraichi's history and present!

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Magazine House will publish the first official book in September 2026 to mark the 10th anniversary and 500th broadcast of TBSラジオ's show Haraichi's Turn!

Companies mentioned:株式会社マガジンハウス、TBSラジオ、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Next-generation outsourcing service HELP YOU+Tech launches: automating and systematizing back-office operations through a human-AI hybrid

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Knit Inc. has launched HELP YOU+Tech, a next-generation BPO service that combines people with the latest technologies, including AI and automation tools.

ABC-MART unveils adidas Originals summer collection, with model Sakura showcasing summer trends

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ABC-MART has unveiled adidas Originals' summer collection, featuring Sakura, a model popular with Generation Z. The lineup includes platform sandals and denim-inspired apparel.

Companies mentioned:adidas Originals、adidas

30 years after Shiba Ryotaro's death, audiobook Clouds Above the Hill to begin streaming on May 1

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Bungeishunju and Audible have teamed up to begin streaming the first volume of an audiobook of Shiba Ryotaro's signature work Clouds Above the Hill on May 1. Voice actor Tomoyuki Morikawa narrates the book, marking 30 years since the author's death.

Companies mentioned:Amazonオーディブル、司馬遼太郎記念財団

'It's you I love.' Anniversary campaign from PLAZA, marking 60 years in business

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StylingLife Holdings Plaza Style Company, which operates PLAZA, will launch an anniversary campaign on April 24, 2026, marking 60 years since the opening of its 1st store.

Companies mentioned:ユニクロUSA

A book that shakes our worldview: The Mind Is Heritable: How DNA Shapes the Self—large-print reprint available April 24! This riveting work by a world-leading behavioral genetics researcher has sparked a furor on Japanese social media and in the media.

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Kawade Shobo Shinsha has decided on a large reprint of Robert Plomin's popular science book The Mind Is Heritable just 10 days after its release, with copies available on April 24. The book is generating a buzz on social media and in the media.

Companies mentioned:株式会社河出書房新社、Amazon、東洋経済オンライン、プレジデントオンライン、ダイヤモンド・オンライン、週刊文春、週刊プレイボーイ、米ガーディアン紙

Ponta Pass: See movies with Ponta Pass! New members will receive a coupon to see the film Perfume: 'Cold Sleep' -25 years Document- for 500 yen!

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KDDI will launch a campaign on May 1, 2026, offering new subscribers to its Ponta Pass subscription service a coupon to see the film Perfume: 'Cold Sleep' -25 years Document- for 500 yen. The film is a documentary commemorating Perfume's 25th anniversary.

Companies mentioned:KDDI、アミューズ、日活、ユニバーサル ミュージック、NHKエンタープライズ、ローソン、TOHOシネマズ、ローソン・ユナイテッドシネマ グループ、コロナシネマワールド、松竹マルチプレックスシアターズ、フォーラムシネマネットワーク

Original【フジテレビ】主演 山口祥行 監督・脚本 小沢和義 FOD SHORT初の任侠作品『極道~GOKUDO~』4月24日(金)0時よりFOD SHORTにて独占配信開始

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Originalフジテレビの縦型ショートドラマアプリ「FOD SHORT」にて、初の任侠作品となる『極道~GOKUDO~』が4月24日より独占配信開始された。小沢和義が監督・脚本、山口祥行が主演を務める。

Companies mentioned:フジテレビ

Japan Project Solutions Inc. designates the 26th of every month as Project Management Career Day and launches ongoing outreach to communicate the value of project management to society

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Japan Project Solutions Inc. has designated the 26th of every month as Project Management Career Day and begun sharing information to promote the value of project management and raise the standing of PM professionals.

For AI and DX leaders at major companies: Gooser launches a free AI and DX execution assessment that measures an 'execution capability score' in 3 minutes and 17 questions

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Gooser Inc. has begun offering its AI and DX execution assessment free of charge to AI and DX leaders at major companies. The 3-minute, 17-question assessment evaluates 5 areas, from strategy to implementation, and provides an improvement roadmap tailored to the organization's type.

Redesigned Nissan Skyline GT-R (BNR32)-style wireless mouse now available for preorder at CAMSHOP.JP!

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A redesigned wireless mouse modeled on the Nissan Skyline GT-R (BNR32) is now available for preorder at CAMSHOP.JP, operated by Faith Inc.

Companies mentioned:日産自動車株式会社

Houlihan Lokey publishes column outlining and examining amendments to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, focusing on the tender offer system

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Investment bank Houlihan Lokey has published an explanatory column on the amendments to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act's tender offer system, which take effect in May 2026. The company's managing director, Mr. Nakao, discusses the impact on M&A trends.

Companies mentioned:豊田合成、芦森工業、森六、レゾナック、三菱電機モビリティ、スタンレー電気、TBSホールディングス、WACUL、ユーザベース、カーライル・グループ、三菱商事、中央化学、デクセリアルズ、京都セミコンダクター

NINAITE, transforming foreign employment through frontline operations and technology, selected for Sapporo City's Reiwa 8 fiscal year foreign resident acceptance and retention support program

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NINAITE Inc. has been selected for Sapporo City's Reiwa 8 fiscal year foreign resident acceptance and retention support program. The program subsidizes up to 2/3 of the costs of hiring foreign workers for small and midsize businesses and supports frontline operations through an AI-powered recruitment and retention platform.

Companies mentioned:札幌市働きやすいまち推進協議会、札幌商工会議所、連合北海道札幌地区連合会、北海道労働局

[Grand opening special! Draft beer just 8 yen per glass, no matter how many you order!] Nagoya Nekkyo Shubo Gokurakutei, the second brand from a popular Aichi retro-style izakaya, to run a one-day promotion on its grand opening, Tuesday, April 28!

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Original株式会社Rai&Coが運営する「名古屋熱狂酒房ごくらく邸 名駅3丁目店」が2026年4月28日にグランドオープンする。これを記念し、当日限定で生ビール1杯8円のキャンペーンを実施する。

Is staying close to home becoming the new Golden Week norm? Urban rooftop leisure evolves

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With demand growing for urban, staycation-style leisure during Golden Week, including options that do not involve traveling far, Stand K Inc. is promoting the appeal of its rooftop BBQ facilities near train stations, where guests can arrive empty-handed.

URBAN EARTH BBQ 新宿flags store opens Friday, April 24, 2026!

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Stand K Inc. will open URBAN EARTH BBQ on the rooftop of 新宿flags on April 24, 2026. It will offer an outdoor setting in the heart of the city, near a train station, where visitors can enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled BBQ without bringing their own supplies.

Companies mentioned:新宿flags

'We hope to create a show that makes people feel they can spend their time in a positive frame of mind'—Sho Sakurai, appearing on Serious Play! THE Battle SHOW, graces the cover of the June issue of Digital TV Guide, on sale today, with the ultimate listings for terrestrial, BS and CS programming!

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東京ニュース通信社 released the June 2026 issue of Digital TV Guide, featuring Sho Sakurai on the cover, on April 24.

Companies mentioned:東京ニュース通信社、QuizKnock

Keep your Excel estimates and still achieve approvals, cost management and accounting integration: MF Estimate Management DX System, built on kintone, launches in summer 2026

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Media Fusion will launch the MF Estimate Management DX System in summer 2026, enabling approvals and accounting integration, including with freee, on kintone while preserving existing Excel estimate formats.

Companies mentioned:株式会社メディアフュージョン、サイボウズ株式会社、フリー株式会社、Microsoft

Airline battery restrictions to tighten from April 24; about 40% of travelers risk boarding without checking capacity

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Restrictions on battery use aboard aircraft will tighten from April 24, 2026. According to an INFORICH survey, about 74% are concerned about bringing batteries on board, while about 40% do not know their battery's capacity, driving increased demand for rental services.

Companies mentioned:株式会社INFORICH、ICAO(国際民間航空機関)

A great chance to read popular historical novels at a discount! The e-book fair 'Enjoy the Series! Bungei Historical Novel Fair 2026' is underway

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Bungeishunju Inc. will hold the 'Enjoy the Series! Bungei Historical Novel Fair 2026' for 1 week, from April 24 to 30, 2026, offering 30% off e-books in popular historical novel series.

Companies mentioned:Apple Book、Amazon、Ameba、au、BOOK☆WALKER、紀伊國屋書店、DMM、ebookjapan、FOD、BookLive、honto、ヨドバシ・ドット・コム、楽天、Reader Store、U-NEXT

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(8)

U.S. House releases State Department appropriations bill, including US$500 million in military financing for Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The U.S. House Appropriations Committee has released a 2027 State Department appropriations bill that includes at least $500 million in military financing for Taiwan. It signals a commitment to maintaining support for allies despite budget cuts.

Companies mentioned:米国連邦下院、米国務省、米国防総省

3 countries, acting at Beijing's behest, block President Lai's overseas trip; U.S. lawmakers urge Washington to hold those responsible accountable

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan President Lai's visit to Africa was postponed after 3 countries revoked flight permits under pressure from China. U.S. lawmakers are urging the government to hold those 3 countries accountable, including by freezing aid.

Companies mentioned:米国務省、米国土安全保障省、米連邦下院、米連邦上院外交委員会

Three U.S. carrier strike groups deploy to the Middle East, increasing strategic pressure on Iran

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The U.S. aircraft carrier strike group led by the George H. W. Bush has arrived in the Middle East, bringing the number of U.S. aircraft carriers in the region to 3. The move is aimed at increasing strategic pressure on Iran.

Companies mentioned:アメリカ軍、米中央軍

Trump meets representatives of Israel and Lebanon, announces 3-week extension of ceasefire between the 2 countries

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Originalドナルド・トランプ元米大統領がホワイトハウスでイスラエルとレバノンの代表を迎え、両国間の停戦協定を3週間延長すると発表しました。米国はレバノンのヒズボラ対策を支援する意向を示し、トランプ氏は両国間の広範な平和を促進することを目指しています。

Trump: In no hurry to end war with Iran; will not use nuclear weapons

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

U.S. President Trump said he was in no hurry to end the war with Iran, while making clear that he had no intention of using nuclear weapons.

Companies mentioned:法新社、路透社

Meta to cut about 8000 jobs, ramping up AI investment in race for superintelligence

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Meta is planning to cut about 8000 jobs while accelerating AI investment to achieve “superintelligence.”

Companies mentioned:Amazon、Google、Microsoft、OpenAI

U.S.-Iran talks stall; most U.S. stocks fall

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Investor sentiment worsened as optimism about an end to the war in the Middle East waned, and major U.S. stock indexes generally fell.

Companies mentioned:中央社

King Charles III to visit the U.S.; Trump says he can definitely repair relations between the 2 countries

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original英国のチャールズ3世が米国を訪問予定であり、トランプ大統領はこれが両国の関係修復に絶対役立つと述べた。

Companies mentioned:BBC、法新社 (AFP)

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