AI News 180m Report

2026-05-08 03:00–06:00 JST

8 received, 8 listed, 2 sources

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 5 items from 1 source; Japan, 3 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(5)

Reports: U.S. considers resuming escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz; international oil prices close lower

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

International crude oil prices fell following reports that the United States is considering resuming commercial vessel escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi Arabia and Kuwait lifted restrictions on the use of U.S. military bases, while expectations of an interim U.S.-Iran agreement also affected markets.

Companies mentioned:中央社、華爾街日報、路透社

Extension of duty-free treatment for electronic transmissions falls through; U.S. and 19 other countries sign plurilateral agreement

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The World Trade Organization (WTO) multilateral agreement for a temporary exemption from duties on electronic transmissions was not extended because of Brazil's opposition. The United States and 19 other countries signed a plurilateral agreement pledging not to impose customs duties on e-commerce. This will affect the WTO's influence and the future of digital trade.

Companies mentioned:中央社、路透社、techUK、国際商会 (ICC)、世界貿易機関 (WTO)

WHO: Working with the U.S. and Argentina to respond to hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that it is working with the United States and Argentina to respond to a deadly hantavirus infection, despite both countries having announced plans to withdraw from the organization. The outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius is expected to remain limited through international surveillance and coordination.

Companies mentioned:世界衛生組織 (WHO)、美國 (US government)、阿根廷 (Argentine government)、荷蘭萊登大學醫學中心 (Leiden University Medical Centre)

Trump to visit China next week; reportedly invites Nvidia and other major company CEOs to accompany him

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The U.S. government has reportedly invited CEOs of major companies, including Nvidia, Apple, Exxon Mobil and Boeing, to accompany President Trump on his visit to China next week. An agreement is expected at a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the visit.

Companies mentioned:Nvidia、Apple、Exxon Mobil、Boeing、Qualcomm、Blackstone、Citigroup、Visa、Semafor、White House、Reuters、中央社

Israel continues strikes on Hezbollah; to hold 3rd round of peace talks with Lebanon

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original米国当局は、イスラエルがレバノン首都ベイルートへの空爆を続ける中、レバノンとイスラエルが5月14日から15日にワシントンで和平交渉の第3回会談を行うと発表した。イスラエルは停戦中もヒズボラへの攻撃を継続する意向を示している。

Companies mentioned:ヒズボラ

Japan | PR TIMES(3)

Momoclo popping up unexpectedly at summer outing spots?! Skin Vape energetically supports summer fun! The new commercial, “Cheering on Everyone's Enthusiasm!”, begins airing on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Fumakilla will begin airing nationwide on May 8, 2026, a new commercial for its insect repellent spray Skin Vape, featuring Momoiro Clover Z. The commercial protects people enjoying summer activities from insects and features Momoclo's new song “Munemoshune.”

Companies mentioned:フマキラー株式会社

GOLDEN CONCEPT introduces the new Royal Sport Carbon watch, featuring a carbon dial.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Swedish luxury brand GOLDEN CONCEPT has announced the new Royal Sport Carbon watch, featuring a carbon dial. Joining the Royal Collection, launched in December 2025, the model is equipped with a Swiss-made movement and comes in 4 color variations.

Originalエクイティ・コンサルティング・グループ株式会社 代表・中川晃太がWall Street Journal 「Next Era Leaders」に選出

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kota Nakagawa, representative of エクイティ・コンサルティング・グループ株式会社, was selected for the Wall Street Journal's “Next Era Leaders” and attended THE FUTURE OF EVERYTHING FESTIVAL in New York. The company is promoting the “democratization of consulting” through the use of generative AI.

Companies mentioned:エクイティ・コンサルティング・グループ株式会社、The Wall Street Journal (WSJ)

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