# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-07 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 5 of 5

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 324 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 92 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## MediaTek's R&D data center opens to support operations and research needs

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:56:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070170.aspx
- anchor: #n320697
- Companies mentioned: 聯發科 (MediaTek)、輝達 (NVIDIA)

MediaTek, a major IC design company, began operating an AI research and development data center at the Tongluo Science Park in Miaoli. Equipped with NVIDIA DGX SuperPOD, the first phase has a capacity of 15MW. It uses immersion cooling, solar power and reclaimed water to achieve high energy efficiency and sustainability.

## Washington Post: Iranian airstrikes severely damage US bases, with destruction far worse than official accounts suggest

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:55:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070162.aspx
- anchor: #n320580
- Companies mentioned: 華盛頓郵報、土耳其安納杜魯新聞社

A Washington Post analysis of satellite images found that damage to U.S. military bases from Iranian airstrikes was far greater than official announcements indicated. A total of 228 damaged sites were identified at 15 bases in the Middle East, with damage concentrated in Bahrain and Kuwait.

## 台積電收2310元 台股漲794點收41933點雙創新高

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:55:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070167.aspx
- anchor: #n320575
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、台達電、日月光投控、中央社

Taiwan’s stock market saw 台積電（TSMC） hit an all-time high of NT$2345, while the Taiex briefly topped 42000 points. The index closed at 41933.78, up 794.93 points, and turnover reached NT$1.194341 trillion, a record.

## Taiwan stocks rise 794.93 points

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:54:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070169.aspx
- anchor: #n320573
- Companies mentioned: 群創、主動野村臺灣高息、華邦電、聯電、主動統一台股增長、頌勝科技、競國、怡利電、聯友金屬-創、光鋐、期街口布蘭特正2、健策、視陽、高力、宇隆、中央社

The Taipei stock market closed up 794.93 points today at 41933.78, a gain of 1.93%. Trading value was NT$1.194341 trillion. Electronics component stocks led the market, with 624 stocks rising.

## National Security Bureau: Gaode Maps has cybersecurity issues and sends users’ personal data to China

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:53:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070168.aspx
- anchor: #n320574
- Companies mentioned: 國家安全局 (国安局)、數發部 (デジタル発展部)、中央社

Taiwan’s National Security Bureau confirmed that China’s Gaode Maps app sends users’ personal information, including call content, to servers in China. The bureau said the app poses a high information security risk, including continuing to transmit data even after it has been closed.

## Kaohsiung’s Siaogang police raffle shopping bags featuring a criminal police vest to promote anti-fraud awareness in daily life

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:51:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070161.aspx
- anchor: #n320581

The Kaohsiung Siaogang Police Precinct is holding a raffle for limited-edition “criminal investigation vest” tote bags to raise awareness about fraud prevention. Scams involving fake relationships and investments that misuse AI facial recognition technology are on the rise, and the public is being urged to stay alert.

## From lobster dishes to baby-level care, Singapore’s pet market sees a luxury boom

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:48:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070166.aspx
- anchor: #n320576
- Companies mentioned: 歐睿國際 (Euromonitor International)

Singapore’s pet market is seeing growth in the “fur baby economy,” as owners treat pets like family and demand for premium products rises. High-priced items such as pet food made with lobster and crab and wet wipes of infant-grade quality are gaining popularity, and the market is forecast to reach $184.4 million in 2026.

## Executive Yuan: Taipei’s rat problem is a reality; public health has no central-local divide, and we are willing to help

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:47:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070163.aspx
- anchor: #n320579
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、台北市政府、環境部化学署、中央社

Taiwan’s 行政院 said it recognizes that the rat problem in Taipei is real and that public health knows no distinction between central and local government, adding that it would cooperate if local governments requested assistance.

## Taipei City inspects markets and promotes rat-control principles; food stalls can install grease traps

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:45:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605070165.aspx
- anchor: #n320577

The Taipei City Government conducted a hygiene inspection at Zhongpo Market and issued guidance on rodent-control principles, installing grease interceptors in food businesses, and keeping lids on garbage and food-waste containers. It also said it would step up enforcement against street vendors illegally occupying roads at Liaoning Street Night Market.

## Taiwanese reported aboard hantavirus-hit cruise ship; Lo Yi-chun says reports may be false and are being verified

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:43:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070156.aspx
- anchor: #n320586
- Companies mentioned: 洪迪亞斯號（クルーズ船）

On reports that Taiwanese passengers were aboard the cruise ship Hondius, where a deadly hantavirus outbreak occurred, Taiwan Centers for Disease Control Director-General Lo Yi-chun said the reports were likely false. Authorities are checking with the WHO and the cruise line, and he said the direct risk to Taiwan is low. Taiwan’s cases to date have not involved the Andes virus strain.

## US and China consider launching official AI dialogue to prevent tech race from triggering a crisis

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:43:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070164.aspx
- anchor: #n320578
- Companies mentioned: 華爾街日報、喬治城大學、外交關係協會

The United States and China are considering launching official talks on AI, aiming to prevent competition from escalating into a crisis. The issue could be on the agenda at the next U.S.-China leaders’ summit, with topics including avoiding links between nuclear weapons and AI.

## Sea Kun submarine torpedo test revealed; 台船 video shows torpedo launch footage

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:40:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070159.aspx
- anchor: #n320583
- Companies mentioned: 台船、中央社

Taiwan’s first domestically built submarine, the Hai Kun, conducted torpedo-firing drills during its 8th dive test. 台船 released video showing it firing 2 torpedoes, which were recovered by the Dawu.

## Chilean TV stations jointly sue Google, accusing it of monopolizing advertising and search markets

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:34:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070160.aspx
- anchor: #n320582
- Companies mentioned: Google、13頻道（Canal 13）、智利國家電視台（Television Nacional de Chile）、美佳電視網（Mega）、智利視野（Chilevision）、TV+、智利電視網（La Red）

6 major Chilean television networks have sued Google over alleged monopolistic practices in digital advertising and search. The National Television Association of Chile says Google’s “anti-competitive” practices have caused financial difficulties for media organizations and lowered the quality of reporting. The suit follows similar cases brought against Google in the United States, Europe, Canada and Australia.

## Is it better to implant more IVF embryos? Health Promotion Administration warns of preterm birth risks

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:30:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070158.aspx
- anchor: #n320584

Taiwan’s Health Promotion Administration has warned that transferring multiple embryos during in vitro fertilization can raise the risk of premature birth in multiple pregnancies, countering the misconception that it increases the success rate. It recommends single-embryo transfers, which are also encouraged under its subsidy program.

## DPP launches 2026 Black Cat Squad to cultivate young women’s political influence

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:29:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605070157.aspx
- anchor: #n320585
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨性平部、中央社

民進黨性平部 will hold a “2026 Black Cat oo-niau Squad” camp in July, recruiting 60 women aged 20 to 35. The camp aims to foster young women’s political influence through simulated election campaigns and international exchanges.

## Research firm: Global AI glasses shipments to double this year, with AI agents driving new growth

- Published: 2026-05-07T14:28:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070155.aspx
- anchor: #n320587
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Apple、Google、EssilorLuxottica、DIGITIMES

According to a DIGITIMES survey, shipments of AI glasses are expected to double in 2026 as Meta and Chinese brands expand overseas, with the development of AI agents driving new growth. By 2030, a 3-way dominance by Meta, Apple and Google is forecast.