https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.htmlOne 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.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320697Thu, 07 May 2026 14:56:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMediaTek, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320580Thu, 07 May 2026 14:55:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320575Thu, 07 May 2026 14:55:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320573Thu, 07 May 2026 14:54:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320574Thu, 07 May 2026 14:53:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320581Thu, 07 May 2026 14:51:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320576Thu, 07 May 2026 14:48:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASingapore’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320579Thu, 07 May 2026 14:47:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320577Thu, 07 May 2026 14:45:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320586Thu, 07 May 2026 14:43:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320578Thu, 07 May 2026 14:43:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320583Thu, 07 May 2026 14:40:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320582Thu, 07 May 2026 14:34:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA6 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320584https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320584Thu, 07 May 2026 14:30:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320585Thu, 07 May 2026 14:29:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260507-15/index-en-p5.html#n320587Thu, 07 May 2026 14:28:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAccording 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.