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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that it will withdraw from OPEC and OPEC Plus effective May 1. The move is seen as reflecting the UAE’s pursuit of greater freedom in energy policy and its longstanding disagreements with Saudi Arabia over production levels and regional politics.
Companies mentioned：OPEC、OPEC+、路透社、彭博
A Japan-flagged very large crude carrier (VLCC) owned by Idemitsu Kosan safely passed through the still-volatile Strait of Hormuz after coordination with Iran. The passage was reported as a rare success amid difficulties navigating the strait and as a sign of cautious confidence in Japan’s shipping industry.
Companies mentioned：CNN、MarineTraffic、Kpler、塔斯尼姆通訊社 (Tasnim News Agency)、出光興産 (Idemitsu Kosan)
K-pop physical album exports reached US$120 million in the first quarter of 2026, setting a new record. Taiwan became the world’s fifth-largest market, reflecting K-pop’s global popularity and a recovery in demand for physical albums.
Companies mentioned：韓國關稅廳、韓聯社、Luminate
Original中華プロ野球の味全ドラゴンズの張政禹選手が、統一セブンイレブン・ライオンズ戦で3安打3打点、2盗塁の活躍を見せ、チームを5対3の勝利に導き、MVPに選ばれました。特に重要な場面での三塁打で勝ち越し点を挙げました。
Companies mentioned：中華職業棒球大聯盟、味全龍隊、統一7-ELEVEn獅隊
Taiwanese taekwondo rising star Liu Yu-yun won gold in the women’s 49kg class at this year’s National Intercollegiate Athletic Games. She is overcoming the pressure of the world championships and will next seek selection to represent Taiwan at the Nagoya Asian Games.
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (金管會) revised rules for investment-linked insurance to strengthen policyholder protection and bring regulations in line with industry practices. The changes prohibit links to total loss-absorbing capacity (TLAC) bonds and set limits on investments in non-investment-grade and emerging-market bonds through certain funds.
Companies mentioned：金管會
Original台湾女子バドミントンチームは優霸盃（Uber Cup）予選最終戦でインドネシアに2対3で逆転負けを喫したものの、グループ2位としてベスト8進出を決定した。総監督は惜敗を認めつつ、次の8強戦での奮起を誓った。
Original新北市永和区で、母親が外出中に1人で留守番していた3歳の男児が、10階以上の高層階から誤って墜落し、病院に搬送されたが死亡が確認された。詳細な事故原因は調査中である。
The Financial Supervisory Commission (金管會) announced a relaxation of rules on joint marketing of care trusts and insurance-benefit trusts. The change will allow 7 types of subsidiaries under financial holding companies to jointly sell these trust products, with the aim of promoting business growth. It is expected to take effect as early as July.
Companies mentioned：金管會 (金融監督管理委員会)、信託公會 (信託協会)、國票金 (國票金融控股股份有限公司)、台灣金控 (台湾金融ホールディングス)
According to Australian scholars, China is continuing to build artificial islands in the South China Sea, and reclamation at Antelope Reef in the Paracel Islands suggests a move to strengthen its effective control over the area. The activity is part of China’s long-term strategy, and stronger enforcement of international law and regional cooperation are needed.
Companies mentioned：西雪梨大學 (Western Sydney University)、羅伊國際政策研究院 (Lowy Institute for International Policy)
Following reports that OpenAI failed to meet its targets for attracting new users and generating revenue, the Nasdaq, which is heavily weighted toward technology stocks, fell more than 1% at the open. Financial concerns over maintaining AI infrastructure are weighing on the market.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI
Li Dongming of the CPBL’s 富邦悍將 pitched 6 scoreless innings in a 6-0 win over 台鋼雄鷹, giving his team its 2nd straight victory. Manager Mitsutaka Goto praised Li’s composure, after he had been hit hard in their previous matchup.
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、台鋼雄鷹
Original台湾の宝くじ「今彩539」第115104期が発表され、1等賞は当選者なし。2等賞は194口で各2万元、3星彩は72口で各5000元、4星彩は29口で各5万元が当選した。
Companies mentioned：台彩公司
The results of lottery draw No. 115048 were announced: the winning numbers were 25, 32, 14, 10, 06 and 26, with 07 as the special number. There were no first-prize winners. 2 second-prize tickets won NT$1,542,680 each.
Eurozone consumers’ inflation expectations surged to 4% in March from 2.5% in February, raising concerns at the European Central Bank (ECB). The increase comes against the backdrop of rising energy costs due to the war in the Middle East, and the ECB will consider how to respond at its monetary policy meeting.
Companies mentioned：欧州中央銀行 (ECB)
信立化学, a subsidiary of 上曜 Group, announced a tender offer for major golf equipment retailer マイダコム. The planned acquisition totals about NT$367 million and would give it about 29.77% of マイダコム’s issued shares. 上曜 Group aims to enter the golf market and expand its green materials business internationally.
Companies mentioned：上曜集團、信立化學、邁達康、世紀民生、亞馬遜（Amazon）、沃爾瑪公司（Walmart）
Li Dongming of the CPBL’s 富邦悍將 pitched 6 scoreless innings against 台鋼雄鷹 to lead his team to victory. He said the difference from the heavy defeat in their previous matchup was a change in his mindset and more consistent control.
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、台鋼雄鷹
Taiwanese left-hander Wang Yancheng of the KBO’s ハンファ・イーグルス started and battled through 5.1 innings, allowing 2 runs, but did not get a decision. His team won in extra innings. Wang has allowed no more than 3 runs in all 6 of his appearances this season.
Companies mentioned：ハンファ・イーグルス、SSGランダース
Original米国の反政府暴力事件が30年ぶりの高水準に達し、昨年は初めて極左派による攻撃件数が極右派を上回った。ウォールストリートジャーナルが戦略国際問題研究所（CSIS）のデータを分析し、1994年から2025年までの期間を対象に報告した。
Companies mentioned：ウォールストリートジャーナル、戦略国際問題研究所 (CSIS)
Ukraine’s Defense Ministry said it shot down more than 33,000 Russian drones in March, setting a monthly record since the start of the war. Ukraine is attacking Russian oil facilities with long-range strike drones and has established a new command within its air force to strengthen its defense capabilities.
Computer maker Acer said it expects to grow in 2026. Despite market volatility and cost pressures, the company plans to support earnings by raising average selling prices, upgrading product specifications, and using flexible pricing and promotional strategies.
Norway and Ukraine signed an agreement in Kyiv to manufacture thousands of Ukrainian-designed attack drones in Norway under the “Build with Ukraine” plan and supply them to the Ukrainian military. The first systems are expected to reach the front lines by this summer, with the countries aiming to build a “win-win” relationship.
Companies mentioned：ノルウェー国防部、ウクライナ国防部
ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih told the company’s annual shareholders’ meeting that ASUS plans to invest in Edge AI and Physical AI in the future, accelerate the AI paradigm shift, and take the company to new heights. ASUS is confident it will outperform the industry in 2026.
Companies mentioned：ASUS (華碩)
Original精成科は、100%出資子会社GBM Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd.に対し、7000万マレーシアリンギット（約5.64億台湾ドル）の増資を行うことを決定した。これは長期投資を目的とし、銀行からの借入によって資金を調達する。
Companies mentioned：GBM Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd.、Lincstech
日月光投控’s Malaysian subsidiary, ASE Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd., decided on a US$120 million cash capital increase to fund the acquisition of shares in Analog Devices Sdn. Bhd. The move will strengthen 日月光投控’s operations in Malaysia.
Companies mentioned：ASE Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd.、Analog Devices Sdn. Bhd.、ASE Investment (Labuan) Inc.、ASE Labuan Inc.
台表科’s Singapore subsidiary, TSMT Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., decided to inject US$30 million into its Vietnamese subsidiary, TSMT Vietnam Co., Ltd. The capital increase is driven by business needs and intended for long-term investment.
Companies mentioned：TSMT Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.、TSMT Vietnam Co., Ltd.
鴻海 announced that its Singapore subsidiary, Ingrasys (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., acquired shares in its Vietnamese subsidiary, FULIAN PRECISION TECHNOLOGY COMPONENT COMPANY LIMITED, for US$22.9 million. The acquisition is for long-term investment, and the 鴻海 Group will own 100% of the company.
Companies mentioned：Ingrasys (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.、FULIAN PRECISION TECHNOLOGY COMPONENT COMPANY LIMITED
Original欧州議会が今後7年間のEU予算案を可決しました。総額2兆ユーロ（約74兆台湾ドル）を超える規模で、昨年7月に欧州委員会が提示した案より約10%増額されています。今後は加盟国政府との交渉が始まります。
Companies mentioned：欧州議会、欧州執委會
Taiwanese actress Tien Hsin attended the premiere screening of the film 祭弒 and showed her Korean husband her transformed look with special effects makeup, startling him so much that he left her message on read. The film will be released in Taiwan on April 30.
Germany recorded about 654,300 births in 2025, the lowest figure since the end of World War II. Analysts cite demographic change, inflation, a housing shortage, and the waning effect of immigration in boosting birth numbers as key factors.
Companies mentioned：ドイツ連邦統計局 (Destatis)
Taipei’s Department of Environmental Protection said intensified rat-control efforts are producing results. Reports fell by about 70% in March from February, to 90. However, construction work has also been blamed for driving rats out, and the authorities are stepping up countermeasures.
Companies mentioned：台北市立動物園
緯創 (Wistron) is looking to build growth engines for the next 10 years and strengthen the flexibility of its global manufacturing, amid explosive growth in its AI server business. Its strategy is to exit the unprofitable mobile phone business and focus resources on higher-value areas such as AI PCs and next-generation communications.
China will introduce zero tariffs for 53 African countries starting May 1. Of these, 20 countries will receive “preferential tariff rates” as a limited measure for 2 years, while Eswatini, a diplomatic ally of Taiwan, is excluded.
Companies mentioned：アフリカ連合（AU）
Taiwanese taekwondo star Lo Chia-ling won the first gold medal of her career in the 67kg class at the National Intercollegiate Athletic Games. She is recovering from an injury and revealed that she has been studying the techniques of Japanese kickboxer Moena Kimura.
Companies mentioned：輔仁大学、彰化師範大学
Quanta Computer Chairman Barry Lam said production of high-end AI servers is running at full capacity and expansion plans are underway. He stressed the importance of the market as AI expands from the digital world into the physical world through Physical AI.
A train collision near Jakarta, Indonesia, killed 15 people and injured 88. A long-distance train crashed into a commuter train that had stopped after a taxi collision at a railroad crossing. President Prabowo ordered an investigation and measures to prevent a recurrence.
Companies mentioned：インドネシア鉄道会社 (PT KAI)、インドネシア国家捜索救助総署 (Basarnas)、赤十字社
Compal has designated 2026 as the year it returns to a growth trajectory and announced 4 major operating plans. It plans to increase the share of non-PC businesses and accelerate AI-driven digital transformation and overseas expansion.
Companies mentioned：IDC
New premiums for Taiwan’s foreign-currency-denominated insurance policies reached about NT$103.7 billion in January-February 2026, the highest level for the same period in 4 years. The increase was driven by preparations for new accounting standards and strong performance by U.S. dollar-denominated policies.
Companies mentioned：金融監督管理委員会 (金管会)
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that it will withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC Plus on May 1. The decision is said to reflect the UAE’s long-term strategy and economic outlook, as well as its conflict with Saudi Arabia.
Companies mentioned：OPEC、OPEC+
The winning numbers for Taiwan’s 大樂透 lottery draw No. 115048 were announced. The numbers are 25, 32, 14, 10, 06 and 26, with 07 as the special number.
Companies mentioned：台彩 (台湾彩券)
Chen Liming, a former TSMC engineer, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking trade secrets. The defense said he deeply regretted his actions and that his motive was linked to medical expenses for his family and financial pressure, calling on society to judge the case rationally.
Companies mentioned：台積電 (TSMC)
Original台湾の宝くじ「今彩539」の第115104期の抽選結果が発表され、当選番号は21、38、07、35、08。3星彩は231、4星彩は3122だった。
Companies mentioned：台彩
Tunghai University partnered with ASUS and NVIDIA to open an AI PC classroom featuring an artificial intelligence agent platform, OpenClaw (Lobster), powered by 78 AI PCs. The initiative will give students hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and support AI-based education, research and more efficient university administration.
Companies mentioned：華碩 (ASUS)、輝達 (NVIDIA)
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear an appeal in a lawsuit filed by Falun Gong members against シスコシステムズ（Cisco Systems）, alleging that the company helped the Chinese government commit human rights abuses. The ruling could have wide-ranging implications for human rights litigation in the United States.
Companies mentioned：シスコシステムズ（Cisco Systems）
In Taipei, a citizen was stopped and questioned by police after displaying a slogan on an overpass reading, “Has Taipei Zoo become Taipei Rat Zoo??” Police said their actions were based on law enforcement duties, while some internet users questioned whether this was martial law.
Companies mentioned：台北市立動物園
刑事局 commemorated officer Yang Jizhang, a bomb-disposal hero who died in the line of duty in the マクドナルド bombing 34 years ago. He was killed while handling a mercury bomb after saying, “I’m on duty, so I’ll do it,” saving the lives of many people.
Companies mentioned：刑事局、マクドナルド
A planned inspection visit to Palau by the Legislative Yuan’s Foreign Affairs Committee was canceled just before departure after Kuomintang lawmakers declined to participate. In response to criticism over wasteful spending of public funds, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it respected the change in itinerary.
Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture said duty-free imports of U.S. peanuts under the Taiwan-U.S. trade agreement would not affect domestic farmers. In response to concerns, it announced comprehensive industry support measures, including a “wet-pod trading” system and the establishment of automatic drying centers.
Wang Yicheng of the 富邦悍將 returned to the first team after 1 year. Manager Mitsutaka Goto praised Wang’s throwing ability and said he expected him to contribute as a utility player capable of playing both infield and outfield.
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將
Thailand’s foreign minister said the country was seeking support from China and Russia because it had received no direct assistance from the United States to offset the economic impact of the situation in the Middle East. The remarks suggested a tilt toward non-aligned diplomacy, particularly in fuel and fertilizer supplies.
Companies mentioned：ワシントン・ポスト、バンコク・ポスト
Philippine Defense Secretary Teodoro said he was not concerned that the situation in the Middle East would weaken U.S. deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, but warned that China could take advantage of the opening to act. He made the remarks during the U.S.-Philippines joint military exercise Balikatan.
Companies mentioned：路透社 (ロイター)
Taiwan’s 労働部 said it would provide a 1-year grace period for the mandatory “Occupational Safety Card,” which takes effect July 1. In response to media reports of “a maximum fine of NT$3 million,” the ministry stressed that it would prioritize outreach and guidance.
Companies mentioned：労働部、中国時報、労働部職安署
The White House called for the firing of U.S. talk show host Jimmy Kimmel after he mocked Mary Trump as a “quasi-widow.” Kimmel defended his remarks, invoking freedom of speech. The dispute has sparked debate over the boundaries between free speech and political criticism.
Companies mentioned：中央社、美國廣播公司 (ABC)、美國有線電視新聞網 (CNN)、迪士尼 (Disney)
A delegation from Shanghai visited Kinmen and met with tourism industry representatives. Against the backdrop of cruise industry growth in Shanghai and Xiamen, Kinmen businesses proposed making the island an extension stop on cruise itineraries. The aim is to revitalize 小三通 tourism.
Companies mentioned：金門縣政府觀光處、金門縣旅行商業同業公會、上海市旅遊行業協會
ASIC maker 智原 expects its revenue in the second quarter of 2026 to rise 7–9% from the previous quarter, with growth in its IP and mass-production businesses. Its NRE business is expected to decline. Gross margin in the first quarter reached its highest level in 13 quarters.
Companies mentioned：智原
Original国泰人寿は、中国子会社である陸家嘴国泰人寿保険有限責任公司の事業拡大と財務強化のため、人民元10億元（約46億台湾ドル）の現金増資に持株比率50%で参加すると発表しました。これにより、長期的な事業成長と安定的な発展を支援します。
Companies mentioned：陸家嘴国泰人寿保険有限責任公司、国泰金
The Philippines and the United States demonstrated their ability to counter drones during the annual “Shoulder-to-Shoulder” joint military exercise, using MADIS and Stinger missiles to shoot them down. Japan also participated for the first time this year, with the response to the threat posed by low-cost drones in modern warfare a key focus.
Companies mentioned：中央社
The Supreme Prosecutors Office held a launch event for the new book “Japanese Prosecutorial Practice,” attended by Kazuyuki Katayama, representative of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, who offered his congratulations. The book draws on Taiwanese prosecutors’ research into Japan’s judicial system and will help promote legal exchanges between the two sides.
Companies mentioned：最高檢察署、法務部、日本台灣交流協會、台日刑事法研究學會、國家書店、一橋大學、東京大學、京都大學、早稻田大學、東吳大學
4 Chinese fishermen set sail by boat from Cambodia, loaded a large quantity of heroin and marijuana in the Gulf of Thailand, and were seized by Taiwan’s coast guard in the Dongsha waters. The Tainan District Court sentenced them to terms ranging from 17 years to life in prison.
Companies mentioned：海巡署
MIC forecast that Taiwan’s semiconductor industry output would reach a record NT$7.1 trillion in 2026, driven by surging AI demand. It said foundries and advanced packaging would lead growth, underscoring the industry’s indispensable role in the global AI supply chain.
Companies mentioned：資策會MIC
The period musical “情人哏裡出西施,” starring Sun Tsui-feng, will be staged in Keelung on May 16. The troupe has adopted a distinctive approach in which actors playing the Wu kingdom speak Taiwanese and those playing the Yue kingdom speak Mandarin. Sun will play the King of Wu.
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission said the life insurance industry’s foreign exchange price fluctuation reserves reached NT$911.1 billion at the end of March, enough to withstand the New Taiwan dollar appreciating to 28.178. This follows the new exchange-rate accounting rules introduced at the end of December last year and a decline in hedge ratios.
Taiwan Navigation (TWN) announced net profit of NT$298 million (EPS of NT$0.71) for the first quarter of 2026, up from a year earlier. Stable coal demand and the addition of new vessels provided a boost.
Companies mentioned：台航（台湾ナビゲーション）
Taiwan’s stock market briefly recovered the 40,000-point level today, but foreign investors were net sellers of NT$39.2 billion for a second consecutive day. TSMC was among the most heavily sold stocks, with net sales of 22,100 shares, ranking third.
Companies mentioned：中央社、元大台灣50 (0050)、中鋼、台積電 (TSMC)、友達、華南金、仁寶、中華電、凱基金、台新新光金、國泰永續高股息 (00878)、聯電、旺宏、中信金、大成鋼、主動群益科技創新 (00992A)、南亞、華邦電、國巨、南亞科、華航、景碩、長榮航、臻鼎-KY、聯發科
The Taipei District Court ruled in favor of Hsu Jui-hsi, who had announced on Facebook that she was leaving the 台湾民衆党, finding that her party membership remained valid because no formal written withdrawal procedures had been completed.
Companies mentioned：台湾民衆党
Meng Chih-cheng, former director of Tainan City’s Research, Development and Evaluation Commission, was sentenced to 2 years in prison, suspended for 5 years, after being convicted of misappropriating about NT$62,000 in public funds for personal use. He resigned after the case came to light and has also left his post at National Cheng Kung University.
Companies mentioned：台南市政府、国立成功大学
A robbery in which a gold ring worth NT$56,000 was stolen from a precious metals shop in Luodong, Yilan County, was followed by the suspect’s arrest 30 minutes later thanks to a swift police response.
文化部 has opened submissions for the 2nd Youth Manga Awards (青漫獎), with total prize money of NT$1.23 million. The individual category is newly accepting vertical-scroll manga submissions, aiming to discover more young manga artists and encourage their creative work.
Companies mentioned：文化部、中央社
Taiwan’s Defense Minister 顧立雄 visited the Army Northern Survey Center and reviewed the results of using the smartphone-based Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) to transmit battlefield information and support command and control.
Companies mentioned：なし
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Companies mentioned：昇達科技 (Auriga Technology)、中央社、SpasX (SpaceX)、Amazon (Amazon LEO)、Blue Origin
Actress Huang Peijia (黃姵嘉) said filming the 2nd season of the program 啊喔！最Kiang駐村小隊2 was extremely exhausting. She said she joined because the 1st season had a warm atmosphere, but the experience turned out to be tougher than she expected.
Companies mentioned：中央社、客家電視、公視+
鴻海 subsidiary 工業富聯（FII） reported net profit of 10.595 billion yuan for the 1st quarter of 2026, up 102.55% year on year, delivering a sharp increase in earnings amid surging demand for AI computing.
Companies mentioned：鴻海（親会社）、工業富聯（FII）
To mark its 60th anniversary, 佛光山 will send 220 precept recipients on an alms pilgrimage across Taiwan starting May 3, praying for world peace. The activity reflects a spirit of compassion and social contribution.
Companies mentioned：佛光山、中央社
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission is considering moving the start of odd-lot trading to 9 a.m., with implementation planned as early as July next year. It is also evaluating whether to allow day trading.
Companies mentioned：台湾証券取引所（証交所）、櫃買中心（OTCマーケット）
Original2026年5月12日の淡江大橋開通を控え、5月2日に星空コンサート、3日に橋上ピクニックイベントが開催されます。金曲賞受賞歌手の謝宇威氏らが共演し、開通前の大橋を市民に開放します。
Companies mentioned：交通部公路局、楽興之時管絃樂團、声動楽団、匯川聚場
On April 28, 2026, ONE Championship held the ONE SAMURAI 1 Open Weigh-In & Face-Off at Ariake Arena. All 30 fighters gathered, including for the interim world title bout between Takeru and Rodtang, heightening the tension on the eve of the showdown.
Companies mentioned：ONE Championship、Group ONE Holdings
Four-member band BILLY BOO announced the release of the cover art for its new song “Darling” and the music video premiere. The song is featured in an ABEMA dating reality show, and the band also announced a Pre-add/Pre-save campaign and a nationwide tour, rolling out multiple ways to reach fans.
Companies mentioned：ABEMA
ココマイスター株式会社 released a new key ring, the “Bridle Key Fob,” on April 28, 2026, under its premium Japanese leather goods brand COCOMEISTER. Made with British bridle leather, it comes in 8 colors with a choice of 2 hardware colors and is a luxurious item suited for gifting.
結マリッジパートナー, which supports Japanese-Korean couples seeking marriage, advocates the importance of “life planning” alongside feelings. Drawing on the experiences of its representative, 中井梨奈, and her husband, チョン・ヒド, the service introduces support for addressing the challenges of international marriage and for Japanese couples seeking to marry.
Companies mentioned：IBJ
大雲書庫株式会社 will hold the “書写大連” Japan-China cultural exchange calligraphy exhibition at 奈良館 from April 29 to May 10, 2026. The exhibition aims to deepen cultural exchange between Japan and China through works by leading calligraphers active in Dalian, China.
Companies mentioned：大連市書法家協会、大連中日韓友好協会、株式会社スプリング文化
Vintage watch specialist Fire Kids announced that the number of foreign visitors to its stores in March 2026 reached about 9.6 times the year-earlier level amid a surge in inbound demand. Against a backdrop of the weak yen and trust in Japanese secondhand goods, “birth-year watches” are particularly popular with wealthy customers from the United States and South Korea.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファイアーキッズ
株式会社Cygames announced that a special radio program, “Uma Musume All Night Nippon GOLD,” featuring its popular cross-media franchise Uma Musume Pretty Derby, will air on May 8, 2026. It will be broadcast live across 19 stations nationwide.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Cygames、ニッポン放送
T League announced the players registered for the 2026–2027 season as of April 27, 2026. Registration updates were provided for players from 8 men’s and women’s teams, including 岡山リベッツ player 英田理志 and 九州カリーナ player 山本真愛.
Companies mentioned：岡山リベッツ、九州カリーナ、T.T彩たま、静岡ジェード、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、京都カグヤライズ、日本生命レッドエルフ、日本ペイントマレッツ
株式会社LERIRO, which operates the professional rugby team ルリーロ福岡, has taken over the business of rice-flour bakery Le Pain Maizuru and will reopen it after renovations on May 7, 2026. The move is part of LERIRO’s strategy to revitalize the local community and expand into diverse businesses.
Companies mentioned：アクセス・ジャパングループ、株式会社ケア・ジャパン
株式会社Mavericks plans to update its video-generation AI “NoLang” in late April 2026 with a feature for creating horizontal 16:9 slides with diagrams and sophisticated designs. The update will enable business professionals without design expertise to efficiently create high-quality materials for sales proposals, webinars and other uses.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Mavericks、株式会社スマートスライド、KnowledgeBox、クラウドソーシングTimes
ドラ右, a player with the esports team AREA310, won a 2nd consecutive title in the Super Smash Bros. division at LVL UP EXPO 2026 in Las Vegas. The player defeated top competitors from around the world and avenged a February loss to Zomba.
Companies mentioned：AREA310、株式会社アプリシエイト
MECHATU-A, a unit affiliated with the virtual liver group にじさんじ, will release its 1st mini album, “On-Deck!,” on July 22, 2026. First-run copies will include a serial code for an advance ticket lottery for the group’s live show “Over Drive!” in October. Reservations open today, April 28.
Companies mentioned：にじさんじ、アニメイト、タワーレコード
BOTANICO, which provides patient acquisition support for cosmetic clinics, built an integrated marketing model combining “clinic × social media × signage × flyers” and achieved 230% of the previous year’s patient acquisition results at a participating clinic. A unified approach linking online and offline channels was key to the success.
Companies mentioned：BOTANICO
Helicopter sightseeing flights will be held over Yokosuka and the Miura Peninsula on May 30, 2026. The special event offers a chance to enjoy the beautiful early-summer scenery from the air and make memories with family and loved ones.
Companies mentioned：AirX
The “Wisteria Festival: Fukushima Destination Campaign Special Edition” will be held from April 29 to May 17 at Hanano Hana, a flower and history park in Motomiya, Fukushima Prefecture, featuring a giant wisteria trellis with a 400-year history. Attractions include nighttime illuminations, Fukushima Prefecture’s first “umbrella firefly event,” and family activities during Golden Week, drawing visitors with a varied program.
Companies mentioned：株式会社伊東商事
The Parkour Committee of the Tokyo Gymnastics Association will hold “Parkour Festa in Yokosuka 2026” for the first time in Yokosuka on May 16, 2026. The event will feature demonstrations by top athletes, hands-on activities for all ages and a market.
Companies mentioned：シティサポートよこすか、京急サービス株式会社、新生ビルテクノ株式会社、WOXメディサイエンス・エスポア株式会社、PCデポスマートライフ横須賀店、神奈川新聞社
On October 3, 2026, “Toride GP 2026,” supported by Ibaraki Prefecture, aims to stage a simultaneous drive through the city on public roads by multiple racing cars led by a Safety Car, in what would be a first in Japan’s history. The event will promote a new urban expression of motorsports and regional revitalization.
DJI has collaborated with renowned illustrator Victo Ngai to unveil the limited-edition “Time Series Magnetic Front Cover” for the DJI Mic Mini 2. The collaboration aims to transform the microphone from a practical tool into a work of art that expresses individuality, inspiring creators’ creativity.
Companies mentioned：DJI
Hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts has released the music video for “Fright,” the drama’s theme song. The new song arrives as the duo draws global attention after performing at the overseas music festival Coachella and completing a North American tour.
Companies mentioned：TBS、Billboard
Video-generation AI “NoLang,” provided by 株式会社Mavericks, is scheduled to receive an update to its slide-generation feature in 4:5 format optimized for Instagram feed and carousel posts in late April 2026. The update will enable AI to automatically create high-engagement social media post slides from text and PDFs, helping businesses address content-production challenges.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Mavericks、Socialinsider、株式会社eclore
株式会社セキド has begun sales of the compact, lightweight DJI Mic Mini 2 wireless microphone, announced on April 28, 2026. Its discreet 11g transmitter is suited to vlogs and social media posts, and features omnidirectional recording, noise cancellation and an automatic limiting function to support high-quality audio recording.
Companies mentioned：株式会社セキド、DJI
株式会社システムファイブ began sales of the latest wireless microphone, DJI Mic Mini 2, on April 28, 2026. The product features multicolor magnetic front covers, selectable tone presets and noise-cancellation modes, compatibility with 2 types of receivers, compatibility with existing DJI Mic series products and an upgraded charging case.
Companies mentioned：DJI
CharacterBank will exhibit the VR RPG “Knights of Fiona” at BitSummit PUNCH from May 22–24, 2026. Renowned 小笠原伸 is contributing to the English localization, and the project has raised more than 6 million yen through crowdfunding.
Companies mentioned：株式会社CharacterBank、一般社団法人日本インディペンデント・ゲーム協会 (JIGA)、Kickstarter、CAMFIRE、Meta、Steam
Rose Hotel Yokohama will hold “Golden Week Buffet 2026,” a 3-day-only event during Golden Week 2026 featuring Chinese acrobatics, a face-changing show and a varied buffet. It offers families and friends a chance to enjoy a special dining and entertainment experience.
Companies mentioned：重慶飯店
DJI has unveiled the DJI Mic Mini 2 wireless microphone, combining high-quality sound with a stylish design. New features include 3 voice tone presets, 2 levels of noise cancellation, connections to a range of devices and multicolor magnetic front covers, offering content creators a high-quality audio recording experience.
Companies mentioned：DJI