# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-07 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 6 of 6 One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 452 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 83 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link. ## Vietnam objects to China's unilateral South China Sea fishing ban, will help fishermen continue fishing in accordance with the law - Published: 2026-05-07T12:44:04+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070106.aspx - anchor: #n320257 - Companies mentioned: ベトナム漁業協会 China has issued a unilateral fishing ban in the South China Sea, prompting strong opposition from Vietnam because it covers areas including Vietnam’s exclusive economic zone. Vietnam called on China to respect its sovereignty and comply with international law, and urged fishers to continue fishing legally with government support. ## Myanmar man suspected of stabbing fellow-countryman roommate in New Taipei's Zhonghe arrested on attempted murder charges - Published: 2026-05-07T12:44:02+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070105.aspx - anchor: #n320258 In Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, a Myanmar man stabbed his roommate, who was from the same hometown, with a knife and was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. The incident was reportedly triggered by damage to a motorcycle and a compensation dispute, as well as the suspect’s fear that his illegal stay would be discovered. ## Nursing licensure exam: Liu Jianxin says professional standards will not be lowered to address staffing problems - Published: 2026-05-07T12:42:57+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070103.aspx - anchor: #n320260 Executive Yuan Premier Cho Jung-tai suggested adjusting the difficulty of the national examination to address the nursing shortage, but Examination Yuan Secretary-General Liu Jian-hsin said professional standards would not be lowered to solve staffing problems. The Examination Yuan and Executive Yuan are discussing improvements to the exam in line with nurses’ core competencies. ## Day 68 of the Middle East war: Trump says deal with Iran may be reached; latest developments at a glance - Published: 2026-05-07T12:41:55+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070102.aspx - anchor: #n320261 - Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社 On the 68th day of the Middle East war, U.S. President Donald Trump said an agreement with Iran was “very likely” and suggested airstrikes could resume if no deal is reached. Global oil prices fell, while U.S. stocks rose. ## Councilor calls for investigation into rodent numbers; Chiang Wan-an: Experts to be invited for discussion soon - Published: 2026-05-07T12:41:53+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605070101.aspx - anchor: #n320262 After Taipei City Councilor Miao Po-ya proposed a rodent population survey and measures to address rat infestations, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the Environmental Protection Department would convene experts to discuss the issue. The city said there was no spread of hantavirus, but would do its utmost to prevent and address rat infestations by maintaining environmental cleanliness and dispatching rodent-control specialists. ## Debt collection encounter at Keelung restaurant turns violent; man dies after bottle slashes his neck - Published: 2026-05-07T12:37:51+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070100.aspx - anchor: #n320263 At a restaurant in Keelung, a suspect surnamed Li encountered a man surnamed Li by chance, and the two argued over a debt. The suspect ultimately slashed the other man’s carotid artery with a broken beer bottle, and the man died of blood loss. Police arrested the suspect on suspicion of assault causing death and are continuing their investigation. ## Climate warming triggers landslide; Alaska tsunami last August was the 2nd highest on record - Published: 2026-05-07T12:37:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070086.aspx - anchor: #n320268 - Companies mentioned: カルガリー大学 (University of Calgary) A study found that a tsunami caused by a landslide at Alaska’s Tracy Arm fjord last August reached a height of about 481 meters, the second-highest on record. Climate change is said to have caused glacier retreat, which was the main cause of the landslide. ## China's holiday economy boosts domestic demand; related sales during the May Day period rose 14.3% year-on-year - Published: 2026-05-07T12:36:18+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605070088.aspx - anchor: #n320266 During China’s May Day holiday, revenue in related industries rose 14.3% year over year, with spending on cultural and sports activities increasing particularly noticeably. The holiday economy has become an important driver of expanding domestic demand. ## Former South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo implicated in martial law case; appeals court reduces sentence to 15 years - Published: 2026-05-07T12:36:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070089.aspx - anchor: #n320265 Former South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo had his sentence in a martial law-related case reduced from 23 years to 15 years on appeal. The court took his experience in public office into account while also citing abuse of power. ## Taiwan and Germany exchange results of lithium battery cooperation, deepen forward-looking strategic partnership - Published: 2026-05-07T12:32:34+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070092.aspx - anchor: #n320264 Taiwan and Germany jointly held a seminar in Germany to exchange results of their lithium battery cooperation and drew up an advanced battery cooperation roadmap for 2026 to 2029. The effort will deepen the two countries’ strategic partnership in the next-generation battery field. ## Global debt nears $353 trillion, a record high; markets reduce reliance on U.S. Treasuries - Published: 2026-05-07T12:28:24+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070087.aspx - anchor: #n320267 - Companies mentioned: 国際金融協会 (Institute of International Finance, IIF) According to a report by the Institute of International Finance (IIF), global debt reached a record high of about $353 trillion at the end of March this year. Investors are showing a tendency to reduce their reliance on U.S. Treasury bonds and diversify into Japanese and European government bonds. ## Brunson takes control at crucial moments; Knicks lead Eastern Conference semifinals 2-0 - Published: 2026-05-07T12:26:20+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605070085.aspx - anchor: #n320269 - Companies mentioned: ニューヨーク・ニックス、フィラデルフィア・76ers In the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals, the ニューヨーク・ニックス defeated the フィラデルフィア・76ers 108-102 to take a 2-0 series lead. Knicks guard Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and delivered a decisive performance late in the game. ## NTUST Design Department Graduation Show Turns Discarded Ball Covers Into Benches and Stools Into Earthquake Protective Gear - Published: 2026-05-07T12:26:18+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070084.aspx - anchor: #n320216 - Companies mentioned: 中央社、台湾科技大学 Innovative works themed around sustainability and disaster preparedness were displayed at the graduation exhibition of the design department at 台湾科技大学. They included stadium benches made by reusing discarded sports balls and chairs that transform into head protection during earthquakes. ## Japan-China Ties Cool for Half a Year; Japanese Media Say Government Insiders Pessimistic About Leaders’ Meeting - Published: 2026-05-07T12:24:39+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070082.aspx - anchor: #n320218 Relations between Japan and China have been strained for half a year, and pessimism about holding a leaders’ summit is growing within the Japanese government. China has urged people to refrain from traveling to Japan and tightened restrictions on rare-earth exports. ## Shivon Zilis Testifies, Revealing Musk Once Proposed Folding OpenAI Into Tesla - Published: 2026-05-07T12:24:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070083.aspx - anchor: #n320217 - Companies mentioned: OpenAI、テスラ、Neuralink、xAI、The Wall Street Journal Elon Musk proposed making OpenAI a subsidiary of テスラ, but OpenAI executives rejected the idea, according to testimony by Musk’s partner, Shivon Zilis. Musk is suing OpenAI over its shift from a nonprofit to a for-profit organization. ## Brokerages Seek Easing of Credit Limits; Peng Jinlong: Market Development and Risks Must Be Considered - Published: 2026-05-07T12:19:11+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070081.aspx - anchor: #n320219 Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission Chairman Peng Jinlong said he would consider reviewing the system in light of market development and risk management, responding to a request to raise the total financing limit for securities firms from 4 times to 6 times their net assets. ## Hong Kong Media: U.S. Secret Service Vehicles Arrive in Beijing Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting - Published: 2026-05-07T12:18:09+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605070080.aspx - anchor: #n320220 - Companies mentioned: 雪佛蘭 Hong Kong media reported that, ahead of former US President Trump’s visit to China, an armored Chevrolet Suburban used by the US Secret Service and a C-17 transport aircraft arrived in Beijing. The arrivals point to tight security and logistical preparations for protecting the dignitary and arranging the visit. ## Yeh Chun-hsien Visits U.S. for AI Cooperation Talks, Tours TSMC Construction Site in Arizona - Published: 2026-05-07T12:16:21+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070078.aspx - anchor: #n320222 - Companies mentioned: 台積電 (TSMC) Taiwan National Development Council head Yeh Chun-hsien and Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin are visiting the United States to deepen Taiwan-US cooperation in AI and high-tech fields. They will tour a 台積電 factory construction site and meet with senior US officials, with hopes of elevating the relationship from supply-chain complementarity to a strategic economic partnership. ## Sun Yat-sen University Holds Traffic Safety Week, Lets Students Experience Blind Spots in Large Vehicles on Campus - Published: 2026-05-07T12:16:18+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605070077.aspx - anchor: #n320223 National Sun Yat-sen University brought large vehicles onto campus during Traffic Safety Week and held an event to raise traffic safety awareness by letting participants experience blind spots and off-tracking. Many students took part and experienced the dangers posed by large vehicles. ## Taipei’s First 5 Negative-Pressure Smoking Rooms Open; Chiang Wan-an Invites Feedback - Published: 2026-05-07T12:16:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605070075.aspx - anchor: #n320225 As part of its push to become a smoke-free city, Taipei installed its first 5 negative-pressure smoking rooms, which Mayor Chiang Wan-an visited. A total of 96.2% of residents support smoke-free environments at large events, and a complete smoking ban will take effect in the Ximen commercial district in June. ## Supercar Convoy Gathers in Penghu After Crossing the Sea, Injecting Energy Into Fireworks Festival - Published: 2026-05-07T12:14:07+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605070079.aspx - anchor: #n320221 - Companies mentioned: 中央社、奇裕汽車 The 奇裕超跑車隊 brought 22 supercars to Penghu, adding to the excitement of the Penghu International Fireworks Festival. The deputy county magistrate thanked the group for contributing to tourism promotion and urged people to observe traffic safety. ## White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting: U.S. Intelligence Says Iran War May Have Been a Trigger - Published: 2026-05-07T12:06:04+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070076.aspx - anchor: #n320224 - Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、美國國土安全部、聯邦調查局 (FBI)、司法部、人民財產 (Property of the People) The US Department of Homeland Security said the US-Iran war may have been one of the motives behind the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Authorities are closely examining the suspect’s social media activity and digital footprint, highlighting the impact of the Middle East conflict on domestic affairs. ## 29 Chinese Communist Party Aircraft and Vessels Operate Around Taiwan Strait; Military Keeps Close Watch and Responds - Published: 2026-05-07T12:00:56+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070074.aspx - anchor: #n320226 The summary of this item is not shown ## Taiwan Stocks Surge More Than 1,000 Points Intraday to Record 42156, Blue Chips Hit Record Highs - Published: 2026-05-07T11:58:54+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070073.aspx - anchor: #n320227 - Companies mentioned: 台積電、台達電、聯發科、鴻海、日月光投控、南亞科、華邦電、旺宏、力積電、英特爾、信驊、穎崴、兆聯實業、新應材 Propelled by record highs in US technology stocks and TSMC ADRs, Taiwan’s stock market surged by more than 1000 points to a record 42156.06 points. TSMC led the market at a new high of 2345 yuan, while major AI-related stocks also performed strongly. ## Graduate Teacher Training Program With Public Funding to Recruit Its First Cohort in 116 to Train STEM Teachers - Published: 2026-05-07T11:56:52+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070072.aspx - anchor: #n320228 - Companies mentioned: 台灣師範大學、彰化師範大學 To address declining birth rates and competition for talent in technology fields, Taiwan’s Ministry of Education will introduce a publicly funded master’s program to train STEM teachers starting in 2027 (民國116年). The 2-year program aims to train 60 teachers and assign them to remote areas. ## Is It Unreasonable to Classify MediaTek as a Disposition Stock? FSC: Reviewing Conditions for Exemptions - Published: 2026-05-07T11:54:50+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070071.aspx - anchor: #n320055 - Companies mentioned: 聯發科 (MediaTek)、台積電 (TSMC) Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission has begun considering exceptions after leading IC designer MediaTek was designated a “disposition stock” following a sharp rise in its share price. Legislative Yuan members said current rules could have an unreasonable impact on large, high-quality stocks and called for a review. ## Kyoto Boy’s Murder Case: Stepfather Says He Attacked Child in Public Restroom, Arrested Again - Published: 2026-05-07T11:52:31+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070069.aspx - anchor: #n320057 - Companies mentioned: 産経新聞、毎日新聞 In the case of an 11-year-old boy who died in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, police on the 6th rearrested his stepfather, suspect Yuki Adachi, on suspicion of murder. The suspect reportedly said he argued with the boy in a public restroom while taking him to school and killed him impulsively. ## International Review of the Two Covenants Begins 5/11; 12 Human Rights Experts to Visit Taiwan - Published: 2026-05-07T11:48:48+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070070.aspx - anchor: #n320056 Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice announced that it will hold the “International Review Conference on the 4th National Reports under the Two Covenants” from May 11 to 15. The conference will bring 12 internationally renowned human rights experts to Taiwan to discuss issues including environmental rights and equality for migrant workers. ## Paraguayan President Peña Arrives in Taiwan; Lin Chia-lung Welcomes Him on Behalf of President Lai - Published: 2026-05-07T11:48:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070068.aspx - anchor: #n320058 Paraguayan President Peña is visiting Taiwan as a state guest, and Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung welcomed him on behalf of President Lai Ching-te. The visit is expected to deepen cooperation in economic and trade affairs, education, health care, science and technology, and smart transportation. ## U.S. Launches Section 301 Investigation; Kung Ming-hsin: Limited Impact on U.S.-Taiwan Negotiation Outcome - Published: 2026-05-07T11:41:17+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070064.aspx - anchor: #n320062 Taiwanese Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin said the impact of the Section 301 investigation launched by the United States on the outcomes of the Taiwan-US investment cooperation memorandum and trade agreement signed early this year would be limited. He stressed that Taiwan does not have problems with forced labor or overcapacity. ## Woman’s Uterine Prolapse for 15 Years Pulled Out Her Bladder; Urine Reflux Caused Kidney Infection, Cured With Surgery - Published: 2026-05-07T11:41:15+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070065.aspx - anchor: #n320061 - Companies mentioned: 李綜合醫院、台中榮總 A woman in her 70s who had suffered from uterine prolapse for 15 years was hospitalized with pyelonephritis caused by a urinary tract infection. Doctors found that the prolapse had pulled down her bladder, causing urine to flow backward. She underwent a hysterectomy and pelvic floor reconstruction surgery, and her symptoms improved. ## Raising the Employment Insurance Salary Ceiling; Hung Sun-han: Under Positive Assessment - Published: 2026-05-07T11:33:41+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070067.aspx - anchor: #n320059 Taiwan Labor Minister Hung Sun-han said the government is considering raising the employment insurance premium cap so that childcare leave benefits can be aligned with the wages of higher-paid workers. He said the review is progressing positively and a conclusion is expected soon. ## Hiker Missing After Climbing Alone on Zhijia Yang Trail; Taichung Fire Bureau Conducts Search and Rescue - Published: 2026-05-07T11:31:39+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070066.aspx - anchor: #n320060 The Taichung City Fire Department is searching for a 48-year-old female hiker who went missing while hiking alone on the Zhijiayang Trail on May 1. She was due to descend on May 3, but authorities have been unable to contact her. A well-known hiking author has also appealed for information on social media. ## Lutnick admits visiting Epstein’s private island; interpreter blasts him for equivocation - Published: 2026-05-07T11:27:33+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070063.aspx - anchor: #n320063 - Companies mentioned: Cantor Fitzgerald、POLITICO Howard Lutnick, former CEO of financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald, acknowledged that he visited Jeffrey Epstein’s island 7 years after cutting ties with the late Epstein. Lutnick said he could not explain the reason for the visit, and his testimony before Congress failed to convince Democratic lawmakers. ## Foreign Company Amendment Report - Published: 2026-05-07T13:18:00+09:00 - Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示 - Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E5%A4%96%E5%9B%BD%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BE%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8-2026-05-07%2013%3A18 - anchor: #n320402 - Companies mentioned: eBay Inc. An amended foreign company report filed by eBay Inc. The details are limited, but the filing suggests efforts to comply with regulations.