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ジョー マローン ロンドン has released a new video for its “Cypress & Grapevine” fragrance. Ambassador Tom Hardy appears with his dog Blue, conveying the product’s appeal with humor.
Companies mentioned：ジョー マローン ロンドン、エスティ ローダー カンパニーズ
URUHOME, operated by 株式会社ドリームプランニング, surveyed 289 people interested in real estate about their biggest concern when buying a property that cannot be rebuilt. The top concern was that it would be difficult to sell.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドリームプランニング、URUHOME
株式会社オロパス will host a free webinar on new approaches to website management in the AI era on May 13, 2026. The webinar will address changing user behavior as AI search becomes widespread and reveal a “next-generation SEO” strategy to get selected by AI and generate branded searches.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オロパス
Funcom has released a major free upgrade for the 8th anniversary of its online survival game Conan Exiles Enhanced on Steam. The move to Unreal Engine 5 significantly improves visuals and performance, seamlessly integrates 2 maps, and is available to existing players at no cost.
Companies mentioned：Funcom、Inflexion Games
Originalアイシークリニックが実施した調査によると、GW明けに78.3%が肌トラブルを経験し、特にニキビ・吹き出物が最多でした。睡眠6時間未満の人はニキビ発生率が2.4倍高く、5月病によるストレスが肌荒れに繋がるメカニズムを解明し、適切な対処法を啓発しています。
Companies mentioned：医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック
OJICO will sell a limited-edition collaboration T-shirt inspired by 東京スカイツリー at the Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi store starting May 8. It features a picture-book-like design and a wide range of sizes for parents and children to enjoy together.
Companies mentioned：OJICO、有限会社チャンネルアッシュ、東京スカイツリー
日本赤十字社 has begun accepting donations for the “Reiwa ８ Otsuchi Town Forest Fire Relief Fund” to support people affected by the forest fire in Otsuchi, Iwate Prefecture. All donations collected will go toward supporting the livelihoods of those affected, through the disaster area’s donation distribution committee.
Companies mentioned：日本赤十字社、ゆうちょ銀行、三井住友銀行、三菱UFJ銀行、みずほ銀行
MicroAd has partnered with ANA Indonesia and JCB International Indonesia to relaunch the Indonesian version of the “Japaholic” coupon site. Leveraging JCB’s extensive network, the site will encourage visitors from Indonesia to plan their trips to Japan and spend while in the country.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マイクロアド、全日本空輸株式会社、株式会社ジェーシービー、株式会社ジェーシービー・インターナショナル、PT. JCB International Indonesia、PT Mahakarya Adi Indonesia
株式会社PeopleX has released “Job Match,” a new feature for its conversational AI interview service, “PeopleX AI Interview.” The feature uses AI to compare job listings with interview content and automatically assess how well companies and candidates match. It improves the accuracy and speed of hiring assessments, helping reduce the burden on both companies and candidates and minimize mismatches.
Companies mentioned：株式会社PeopleX
Ume no Hana Group will celebrate its 50th anniversary in July 2026 and is holding a range of commemorative events to thank its longstanding customers, including activities at its restaurants, takeout services, online store and factory tours. The events include coupons through the official app, limited-edition products and a lottery for invitations to factory tours.
Companies mentioned：古市庵、湯葉と豆腐の店 梅の花、かにしげ、チャイナ梅の花、花小梅、すし半、梅の花テイクアウト専門店、通販本舗 梅あそび
Women’s fashion brand LAUTREAMONT(ロートレアモン) will host in-store events at Daimaru and Hanshin department stores in Tokyo and Osaka to mark the second collaboration with editor Taeko Higashihara. The collaboration items use functional materials, and gifts are available to purchasers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジャヴァコーポレーション、LAUTREAMONT(ロートレアモン)、grelo
In response to growing demand for inheritance advice, Sanwa Estate has launched an inheritance support website in collaboration with tax, legal and real estate experts. Through video content and case studies, the site aims to address concerns and questions about inheritance step by step and guide visitors toward individual consultations.
Companies mentioned：三和エステート株式会社、税理士法人アイユーコンサルティング、ふくおか司法書士法人
Sukesan Udon will hold its “Big Thank You Festival” starting May 14 to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Customers who order eligible menu items can try a scratch-off ticket for a chance to win original 50th-anniversary merchandise.
CHIKYU株式会社 will take part in the “2027 New Randoseru Special Reservation Event” at 大和富山店, exhibiting and selling approximately 40 地球NASAランドセル school backpacks made with NASA-developed shock-absorbing material. A wide range of designs and features will be showcased, including new COSMOS FILLES and WWF model UNICA ANIMA designs, the new-color YOLO, and regular models LA-TERRA, リベルテエール and リベルテバルーン.
Companies mentioned：大和富山店、WWFジャパン、IUCN
株式会社LANY will speak at the free webinar “60 Concrete Strategies Based on EC Customer Touchpoints,” hosted by 株式会社これから on May 27, 2026. The event will present 60 specific digital marketing initiatives covering customer touchpoints from awareness to repeat purchases, supporting EC businesses in boosting sales.
Companies mentioned：株式会社LANY、株式会社これから、ウェブ・コロ、メグリ、W2、スタークス
Nara Prefecture will offer 大和牛 as the prize in the 6th installment of its SNS giveaway campaign featuring its official VTuber, “奈々鹿.” The campaign aims to promote prefectural government initiatives to younger people and revitalize the region. Entries will be accepted from May 11 to 24, 2026.
株式会社SA converted a co-owned property that had been neglected for years amid deteriorating relations into cash in just 5 days, then acted as a third party to coordinate discussions with the other co-owners and complete the sale. An event to present this success story to the media will be held on May 14, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社SA、アデックスリサーチアンドコンサルティング株式会社
株式会社アマナ will host an online webinar on May 15, 2026. Under the theme “Beyond Marketing Optimization: How ‘思想×感情’ Strengthens Brands,” art director 長澤豪 will discuss approaches to building strong brands that go beyond functionality and price competition.
アステナミネルヴァ株式会社 has launched its on-site payment hometown tax donation service, “ふるさとNow,” in 石岡市, Ibaraki Prefecture. Users can make a donation at a facility and immediately receive a return gift, while also helping local governments reduce expenses.
Indonesian culture brand “ZODIAC” has opened a store on “60％,” an Asian fashion e-commerce platform. Combining music, fashion and art, ZODIAC’s items offer gender-neutral styles and a new cultural experience for young people.
Companies mentioned：株式会社シックスティーパーセント
休暇村日光湯元 will launch “奥日光 Nature Hiking with Staff” on May 11, offering visitors a chance to enjoy 奥日光’s vast natural landscapes. The weekday-only program visits 湯ノ湖 and 戦場ヶ原, where participants can enjoy the flora and fauna of late spring and early summer.
OriginalABC-MARTは、ゴールデンウィーク明けの「5月病」対策として、高密度ソールによる衝撃緩衝性と日常に溶け込むデザインを特徴とする新作ランニングシューズを提案。通勤・通学時の足の疲労を軽減し、心身の「ソフト・ランディング」をサポートする。
Companies mentioned：ABC-MART、NIKE、Adidas、PUMA、NEW BALANCE、ASICS
レバウェル株式会社 will begin airing a new commercial, “身近な人の決断,” for its “レバウェル” job platform serving the medical, nursing care, childcare and healthcare sectors on May 11, 2026. Actor 奈緒 plays 3 roles, and the commercial features “WELL-come,” a song written for it by 絢香 to mark her 20th debut anniversary.
ニラックスブッフェ is running a campaign through May 20, extending the all-you-can-eat time for its popular “Express Course” from 45 minutes to 65 minutes, an increase of 20 minutes. The offer includes Japanese, Western and Chinese buffet dishes, with no change in price.
ニラックスブッフェ is running a limited-time campaign through May 20, extending its popular “Petit Buffet” course from the usual 45 minutes to 65 minutes—an extra 20 minutes—for the unchanged price of 1,099 yen. The all-you-can-eat selection includes curry, pizza, pasta and noodles, offering a satisfying meal at an affordable price.
望楼NOGUCHI函館, operated by 野口観光マネジメント株式会社, has launched an early booking plan available exclusively on its official website for the Obon period from August 8 to 15, 2026. Reservations made by the end of June receive a discount of up to 10%, offering a special price for summer sightseeing and hot spring trips in 函館.
AWA株式会社 will hold a listening party on May 7, 2026, in AWA Lounge, the online space of the music streaming service “AWA,” to celebrate the streaming release of JI BLUE’s single “景色.” Exclusive voice messages will also be played, and anyone can join for free.
Companies mentioned：AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社
Popular rakugo performer 立川晴の輔 will hold a solo performance on September 21, 2026, at Yokohama Midori Community Cultural Center みどりアートパーク. 瀧川鯉丸 will appear as a guest, and tickets are on sale through カンフェティ. The event offers a chance to enjoy 晴の輔’s live performance, familiar to television audiences.
Companies mentioned：カンフェティ、ロングランプランニング株式会社
Originalマジセミ株式会社は、2026年の米国BtoBマーケティング最新動向に関するウェビナーを開催します。顧客の購買行動が変化し、営業担当者との接触前にAIやWebで情報収集を終える傾向にある中、ウェビナーを商談準備の場として活用する戦略を共有します。
Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、Gartner、Forrester
A webinar for companies with 500 or more employees will cover how SIEM-based MDR can detect signs of cyberattacks that EDR alone may miss and enable proactive responses. In response to the normalization of ransomware attacks, it will explain the importance of highly accurate detection through log correlation analysis across the entire environment and rapid incident response.
Companies mentioned：ラピッドセブン・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社、Rapid7
ナカシャクリエイテブ株式会社 and マジセミ株式会社 will jointly host a webinar on securely digitizing confidential information stored on paper, including research and development materials and incident histories, and turning it into usable insights with AI-OCR, generative AI and RAG. The session will focus on using AI in closed corporate environments and explain how to balance convenience and security.
Companies mentioned：ナカシャクリエイテブ株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社
Originalマジセミ株式会社は、生成AI時代におけるBtoBマーケティングのリード獲得手法を比較検討するウェビナー「2026年度版、リード獲得方法の比較」を再放送します。多様化するチャネルの中から最適な戦略を見つける機会を提供します。
Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所
マジセミ will hold a webinar for companies facing higher costs following license changes after Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. It will explain how to choose the optimal IT infrastructure—cloud, on-premises or hybrid—and develop a migration strategy.
Companies mentioned：Broadcom、株式会社アールワークス、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社
株式会社うるる will hold a webinar on proposal-based competitive bidding, which avoids price competition. For small and medium-sized businesses, it will explain the benefits of public tenders, where the quality of proposals determines the winner, and practical ways to participate.
Companies mentioned：株式会社うるる、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社
A webinar will be held on building a sustainable operational framework to address the growing complexity of corporate smartphone operations by consolidating decisions and coordination regarding devices, apps and internal rules through outsourcing. It aims to ease the burden on IT administrators and reduce reliance on individual employees.
Companies mentioned：コネクシオ株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社
GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ and マジセミ will rebroadcast a webinar focusing on corporate security risks in the generative AI era. It will explain the risk of vulnerabilities being introduced through AI coding and the importance of vulnerability assessments by experts.
Companies mentioned：IPA（情報処理推進機構）、GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社
株式会社データクレシス and マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar on reducing the risk of information leaks at contractors. Focusing on protecting data after files are shared, it will explain practical access control methods using DataClasys, a file encryption and IRM system, and provide practical measures for IT and security personnel.
Companies mentioned：株式会社データクレシス、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社、イセトー
パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社 will hold a webinar on labor risks caused by discrepancies between attendance records and actual working hours, and on strengthening compliance and reducing workload with MITERAS, which uses PC logs.
Companies mentioned：パーソルビジネスプロセスデザイン株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、マジセミ株式会社
“Bisaito Yutoraku,” a super sento with a 30-year history in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, will reopen as “Spa Aquas Yutoraku” on June 18, 2026, following its largest-scale renovation to date. The major refurbishment includes a new stadium sauna, one of the largest in Aichi Prefecture, and marks a milestone in the passing of the business from father to son.
韓国コンテンツ振興院（KOCCA） will hold “2026 SERIES ON BOARD TOKYO” from May 19 to 21, 2026. The event aims to facilitate business matchmaking between 10 Korean video production companies and Japanese broadcasters, production companies, streaming platforms and others, creating opportunities for collaboration such as co-development and sales of broadcasting rights.
Companies mentioned：韓国コンテンツ振興院（KOCCA）、一般財団法人デジタルコンテンツ協会（DCAJ）、IMAGINUS、AK Entertainment、KBS Media、ASTORY、WHYNOT、EO Content Group、KIMJONGHAK PRODUCTION、Mr. Romance、Studio N、Studio Take、Studio Dragon
“東信州 産業の陣 2026,” an open factory event offering public access to manufacturers in the Higashi-Shinshu region, is set to take place in October 2026. A briefing for prospective exhibitors will be held in advance on May 18.
Companies mentioned：NEXT RESERVATION株式会社
オリナス株式会社 has released content featuring world-renowned artist Julia Gisella as part of a PR campaign for Capcom’s new game “PRAGMATA.” The campaign will run on YouTube Shorts, Instagram and TikTok, aiming to reach new audiences through the fusion of gaming and art.
Companies mentioned：オリナス株式会社、株式会社カプコン
x3d株式会社 will hold an additional session on May 15 of 日本経営合理化協会’s “Practical Intensive AI Utilization Course for Business Leaders.” The popular course sold out immediately when it first ran in March and responds to business leaders’ need to acquire practical AI skills.
Companies mentioned：日本経営合理化協会
株式会社Kikuvi, provider of the AI hearing and interview SaaS “Kikuvi,” will exhibit at Plug and Play Silicon Valley May Summit 2026, held in the United States from May 19 to 21, 2026. The company aims to establish a global standard for AI hearing agents and accelerate its entry into the U.S. market.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Kikuvi、Plug and Play
In a customer satisfaction survey of デジタル人材バンク, a talent-matching service specializing in DX and AI provided by 株式会社クラウド人材バンク, 54% of user companies rated the service “above expectations.” The results indicate that the service helps address the execution gap many companies face in DX initiatives and contributes to achieving results.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クラウド人材バンク、エイチ・ツー・オー リテイリング株式会社、株式会社良品計画、株式会社バンダイナムコネクサス、株式会社Sun Asterisk、KPMG FAS株式会社、PwC Japan合同会社、株式会社ライズ・コンサルティング・グループ、株式会社シグマクシス、フォーティエンスコンサルティング株式会社、株式会社インフキュリオンコンサルティング、株式会社ACES、株式会社RICIUS、株式会社MAIA
認定NPO法人アニマルライツセンター announced the winners of the Animal Welfare Awards 2026. Bourbon, 農林水産省 and Tanzawa Farm were recognized for signs of structural change in Japanese livestock farming, including procurement policies with numerical targets and policies to improve slaughter practices.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ブルボン、農林水産省、株式会社丹沢農場、認定NPO法人アニマルライツセンター
ノイトリック株式会社 will exhibit at the Tohoku Pro Audio Speaker Listening Event, taking place May 13 and 14, 2026, showcasing the new “Unicorn Platform” and the “NA-2I2O-DLINE” DANTE interface, among other products. The Unicorn Platform, in particular, is a new concept that integrates power and data connections and is expected to bring innovation to the pro audio industry.
Companies mentioned：Neutrik、ノイトリック株式会社
株式会社sumarch donated balls to Nagoya Bunka Kindergarten through the issuance of an SDGs private placement bond by 十六銀行. The donation is part of an initiative to support the healthy development of local children and contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.
Companies mentioned：株式会社十六銀行、学校法人名古屋文化学園 名古屋文化幼稚園
The “Honda Cross Cub front T-shirt” is now available at “SOUVENIR AKIHABARA” in Narita Airport Terminal 3. Officially licensed by 本田技研工業, the durable 5.6-ounce cotton T-shirt is suitable as a souvenir from Japan or for everyday wear.
Companies mentioned：本田技研工業、株式会社フェイス
あおば訪問看護ステーション in Fukushima Ward, Osaka, has been featured on ハートページ, a care and nursing information website, as it seeks to improve the quality of local healthcare and job satisfaction for healthcare professionals. It provides high-quality home-visit nursing care through a 3-day weekend system and the introduction of incentives.
Companies mentioned：株式会社グリーンメディカル、あおば訪問看護ステーション、ハートページ
Original株式会社クライムは、Windows 1台で完結するランサムウェア対策ソリューション「らくらくパッケージ」の販売を開始しました。Linuxスキル不要で不変性バックアップを実現し、中小企業から大企業までデータ保護を支援します。
Companies mentioned：Veeam
StartLink Inc. has launched Sync for Notion, a new service connecting HubSpot and Notion. Developed by the company, a HubSpot Gold partner, the service addresses challenges in sharing information between CRM systems and Notion.
Companies mentioned：HubSpot、Notion
Think Nature Inc. has developed an SBTi-FLAG assessment system integrating natural capital big data and satellite monitoring and has begun offering the service. Companies in industrial sectors dependent on forests, land and agriculture can use it to quantify upstream supply-chain GHG emissions at high resolution and accelerate climate action.
Anfini Inc. has introduced “Ari no Mama Session,” a dialogue in its recruitment process in which candidates are not evaluated at all. The initiative aims to prevent mismatches between companies and candidates and help candidates make informed career choices.
Companies mentioned：厚生労働省
IRIS Data Lab has released Atouch Store, a new feature for Atouch, a conversational e-commerce tool for official LINE accounts. It offers a shopping experience on LINE Mini Apps with an easy-to-browse product catalog and navigation, and creates “hybrid commerce” by sharing a common chat screen and cart.
Companies mentioned：ＩＲＩＳデータラボ株式会社、LINE
シフトプラス株式会社 will exhibit for the 2nd consecutive year at the 4th Regional × Tech Kyushu, to be held in Hakata on May 14 and 15, 2026. It will showcase LGSTA products, including generative AI for promoting municipal digital transformation, employee attendance management and AI voice transcription systems, giving visitors the opportunity to try them firsthand.
Companies mentioned：シフトプラス株式会社
Kuomintang legislators submitted a bill to amend the Presidential and Vice Presidential Election and Recall Act to provide relief in a case involving signatures for Pingtung County Council Speaker Chou Tien-lun. Democratic Progressive Party legislators criticized it as a “bribery sentence-reduction clause,” and deliberations were temporarily suspended.
Companies mentioned：國民黨、民進黨
Last night, a semi-trailer truck suffered a tire blowout on the Changhua section of National Route 3. Debris from the tire caused 21 vehicles to collide. There were no injuries.
The U.S. military fired on the Iranian-flagged tanker Hasna after it tried to breach the blockade of Iranian ports. An F/A-18 fighter jet destroyed its rudder, leaving it unable to sail. This was the 2nd attack against the blockade, which has been in place since April 13.
Shohei Ohtani had 2 hits, while player Peggy hit 3 home runs in a game for the 1st time in his career, as the ロサンゼルス・ドジャース routed the ヒューストン・アストロズ 12-2.
Companies mentioned：ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、ヒューストン・アストロズ
The Taipei District Prosecutors Office indicted the general manager surnamed Su and managers surnamed Zhuang and Hong of Xunda Computer for violating the Securities and Exchange Act, alleging they engaged in insider trading after obtaining material information in 2020. The chairman surnamed Lu and his wife were not indicted.
Companies mentioned：吉恩立公司、歐博森公司
Firefighters used a ladder to rescue 6 people and 1 cat from a late-night fire at a townhouse in Zaoqiao Township, Miaoli County. No one was injured, and the fire is believed to have been caused by an overheated extension cord.
Companies mentioned：苗栗縣消防局
National Security Bureau Director Tsai Ming-yen said a U.S.-China summit would focus on managing tensions and would not resolve fundamental issues. He stressed that U.S.-China relations were in a state of “fragile stability” and that there would be no change in policy toward Taiwan.
Public Television Service Foundation Chairman Hu Yuan-hui was asked to leave a meeting of the Legislative Yuan’s Education and Culture Committee after his qualifications for the position were questioned. The move followed the removal of an extension clause through amendments to the Public Television Act.
Companies mentioned：公共電視
An outbreak of hantavirus disease aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has left 3 people dead. The World Health Organization (WHO) is working with countries on an epidemiological investigation and has identified and is tracking 77 contacts.
Companies mentioned：荷蘭泛海探險公司、世界衛生組織
Original台湾政府は、台湾企業が米国へ投資する際の信用保証制度を5月末に開始します。最大2500億米ドルの融資枠を提供し、機器設備購入や運転資金など3つの側面を支援します。
A man surnamed Hsu was questioned by police while illegally parked in Taichung City and resisted, leading to a collision. Police found methamphetamine and a Japanese sword in his car. He was referred to prosecutors on suspicion of obstructing public officials in the performance of their duties and violating drug and weapons laws.
Labor Minister Hung Sun-han denied reports that a plan for reduced working hours for childcare had been suspended, saying the central government was still considering the plan despite Taipei City moving ahead with an initial rollout.
Companies mentioned：台北市政府、勞動部
Expectations of a U.S.-Iran agreement and strong earnings from AMD sent international oil prices lower, while a recovery in risk appetite drew hot money into the market. Taiwan stocks broke above 42,000 points, and the New Taiwan dollar rose more than 1 jiao against the U.S. dollar, moving into the 31.3-dollar range.
Companies mentioned：超微（AMD）
Chinese companies are adopting a new approach of using the World Bank’s arbitration mechanisms to challenge foreign governments’ national security measures. The move comes in response to efforts to exclude Chinese companies from projects such as Darwin Port in Australia and 5G businesses in Sweden.
Companies mentioned：嵐橋集團、華為、中興、奧斯托亞安全顧問公司
A redemption crisis has hit Jie Wo Rui, a gold trading platform in Shenzhen, China, involving about 13.3 billion yuan (about 59.8 billion New Taiwan dollars) and affecting 150,000 people. The person in charge has been detained by public security authorities.
Companies mentioned：傑我睿珠寶有限公司、深圳市龍冶金業有限公司
During a police road check in Taipei, a man suspected of drug-impaired driving struck an officer with his car and fled despite being fired at 7 times. He was later arrested in Taichung. 1 police officer was injured.
North Korea has asserted that it is not bound by the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and that its status as a nuclear-armed state remains unchanged. It announced its withdrawal from the NPT in 1993, formally withdrew in 2003 and has since conducted 6 nuclear tests.
Companies mentioned：斯德哥爾摩國際和平研究所（SIPRI）
Taiwan Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai said fare increases for high-speed rail would not be discussed until new trainsets are introduced in August 2027 and capacity increases. Although the criteria for fare adjustments have been met, he said the timing was premature.
Companies mentioned：台灣高鐵公司
榮炭科技有限公司, a Taiwanese company operating in China, announced that it had dismissed a relative of Taiwan Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang. Liu warned that people should carefully consider traveling to China because their personal safety and property could be at risk.
Companies mentioned：榮炭科技有限公司
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) shares hit a record high of 2,345 New Taiwan dollars, sending the Taiwan Weighted Index to a record 42,131.81 points in morning trading, up 992.96 points. A surge in U.S. technology stocks and TSMC’s ADRs drove the gains.
Companies mentioned：台積電 (TSMC)、台達電 (Delta Electronics)、日月光投控 (ASE Technology Holding)、鴻海 (Hon Hai Precision Industry)、聯發科 (MediaTek)
A note said to have been written after convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged suicide attempt has been made public by a U.S. federal judge. The handwritten note reportedly expressed his frustration with the investigation and alluded to suicide, reigniting conspiracy theories about the circumstances of Epstein’s death.
Russia warned it would attack Kyiv if Ukraine disrupted World War II commemorations in Moscow and urged diplomats stationed in Kyiv to evacuate. Ukraine rejected a ceasefire proposal and said Russian attacks were continuing.
Song Sheng, a supplier of semiconductor polishing pads and consumables, listed today and saw its share price surge more than 50%. Founded in 1986, the company shifted its business from polyurethane materials to the semiconductor sector and expressed optimism about future growth.
The U.S. depositary receipts (ADRs) of Taiwan semiconductor foundry giant TSMC hit a record high, while its shares in Taiwan reached 2,345 New Taiwan dollars, putting its market capitalization at 60.81 trillion New Taiwan dollars. The gains were driven by AMD’s strong earnings and growing demand for AI.
Companies mentioned：超微 (AMD)
The Nikkei Stock Average rose more than 4% in Tokyo trading, driven by hopes that the United States and Iran would reach an agreement and by strength in U.S. technology stocks. Investors are also watching movements in the yen.
The Trump administration announced a new counterterrorism strategy, accusing Europe of being a "breeding ground" for terrorism by immigrants and targeting "violent left-wing extremists," particularly groups that "radically support transgenderism." The strategy also emphasizes eradicating drug cartels and addressing threats from Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
The Taipei Stock Exchange opened 121.11 points higher today, with the TAIEX at 41259.96 points and trading value at NT$20.337 billion. This marked a strong start to the market.
The New Taiwan dollar opened at NT$31.45 against the U.S. dollar today, up 3.8 cents. It traded in a range of NT$31.45 to NT$31.41, indicating gains against the U.S. dollar.
Original米国とイランが、イランのウラン濃縮活動停止とホルムズ海峡の封鎖解除を含む1ページの覚書を交渉中と報じられています。これは数ヶ月間の膠着状態を経て、両国間の敵対行為を終わらせるための最新の試みです。
Companies mentioned：国会山莊報 (The Hill)、アメリカ有線テレビニュース網 (CNN)、Axios、ウォールストリートジャーナル (The Wall Street Journal)、路透社 (Reuters)、公共電視網 (PBS)
Original中央社記者がエスワティニを訪れ、台湾からの支援に対する現地の人々の感謝と熱意を体験しました。台湾の技術協力やインフラ支援が現地で高く評価されており、両国の友好関係が強調されています。
Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin announced that about 20 Taiwanese companies involved in semiconductors, AI and servers have indicated plans to invest $35 billion in the United States. This reflects strong interest among Taiwanese companies in investing in the U.S., while progress on strengthening Taiwan-U.S. economic cooperation and a bill to avoid double taxation is expected.
Companies mentioned：聯電、環球晶、緯創、廣達、仁寶、富士康、台積電、Cheniere、中油
Taiwan's advanced technological capabilities have drawn praise from Ukrainian drone makers, and drone exports from Taiwan to Europe surged more than 40 times in 2025. As efforts to reduce dependence on China continue, Taiwan is attracting attention as an alternative supplier.
Companies mentioned：蛇島研究所 (SII)、Vyriy国際聯盟、雷虎科技
U.S. stocks hit a record high on gains in tech shares and strong earnings from AMD. American depositary receipts (ADRs) of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) also surged, raising expectations that Taiwan stocks could climb to 42000 points, while attention is focused on trading restrictions affecting MediaTek.
Companies mentioned：超微 (AMD)、輝達 (NVIDIA)、台積電 (TSMC)、英特爾 (Intel)、Arm、聯發科 (MediaTek)
The World Health Organization (WHO) said the first person to die from hantavirus infection aboard the cruise ship Hondius had been infected before boarding. The virus is transmitted by rodents, and human-to-human transmission is rare, though it has been confirmed with certain strains.
A former senior U.S. Defense Department official said the United States and Taiwan need to jointly address the Chinese Communist Party's "gray-zone" operations against Taiwan. These include cognitive warfare as well as actions that could trigger a crisis in the short to medium term.
The Russian pavilion at ヴェネツィア・ビエンナーレ reopened after the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but faced fierce protests from Pussy Riot and Ukrainian human rights groups. The legitimacy of the exhibition and the political neutrality of art are being questioned.
Companies mentioned：ヴェネツィア・ビエンナーレ、暴動小貓 (Pussy Riot)、費曼 (Femen)
The Israeli military carried out its first airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs since a ceasefire agreement, killing a commander of Hezbollah's elite forces. The attack killed 11 other people, reigniting tensions in the Middle East.
Following a hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship Hondius, the British government plans to bring home asymptomatic British nationals aboard a chartered flight and require them to quarantine for 6 weeks after their return. UKHSA stressed that the risk of infection is "very low" while working with relevant agencies to prevent the disease from spreading.
Weather expert Wu Der-rong said Taiwan is expected to be affected by the plum rain front from the 8th to the 10th, bringing rain to the north, east and mountainous areas of central and southern Taiwan. Typhoon Hagupit is not expected to pose a threat to Taiwan.
A large forest fire broke out in Poland's Lublin Voivodeship, spreading across 300 hectares. A firefighting aircraft crashed during suppression efforts, killing 1 pilot. Strong winds have kept the fire out of control.
Talks on a draft special defense bill in Taiwan's Legislative Yuan ended without agreement, putting the purchase of U.S.-made HIMARS multiple rocket launchers in jeopardy. Separately, a 中天 reporter was indicted on charges of receiving funds from foreign forces and producing anti-recall videos. Taiwan's stock market also rose sharply in April, with foreign capital inflows hitting a record high.
Companies mentioned：中天
Original台湾の野球選手、林維恩が「ベースボール・アメリカ」の百大新秀リストに選出された。これは台湾人選手としては史上4人目であり、胡金龍以来18年ぶりの快挙。林維恩は20歳で、アスレチックス傘下の2Aチームで好成績を収めている。
Companies mentioned：アスレチックス (Athletics)、米德蘭岩石獵人隊 (Midland RockHounds)
The United States announced a reduction of 5000 troops stationed in Germany. The mayor of Ramstein warned that a large-scale withdrawal would deal a major blow to the local economy. The U.S. military is deeply rooted in life and the economy in Ramstein, and past investments and current activities show no sign that it will abandon the base, the mayor stressed.
アライアンス・バーンスタイン株式会社 announced that it had filed a securities report (beneficiary securities of domestic investment trust) for the 7th fiscal period, covering 2025/08/08 to 2026/02/09. This is a periodic disclosure required by law and intended to improve transparency for investors.
Companies mentioned：アライアンス・バーンスタイン株式会社