# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-12 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 11 of 12

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1072 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 32 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [Held May 19 and 20] Prevent young employees from quietly quitting! Two consecutive days of retention support seminars on making employees’ true feelings visible with a proprietary AI industrial counselor

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000143004.html
- anchor: #n356305
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブレイン・ラボ

株式会社ブレイン・ラボ will hold a seminar on May 19-20, introducing ways to prevent young employees from “quietly quitting” through AI-based industrial counseling techniques, with the aim of halving employee turnover.

## ZEST revamps its features for facilities, supporting the R8 medical fee revision for home-visit nursing at affiliated facilities and enabling “proactive management of available slots”

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000056654.html
- anchor: #n356304
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ゼスト

Zest has updated the facility features of the ZEST platform, offering early support for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year medical fee revision. By visualizing non-billable work and enabling precise, 5-minute-level management of available slots, the update boosts operational efficiency for home medical care facilities.

## In response to the popularity of its Lite Plan, signing up is now easier. No-code AI platform “MatrixFlow” adds credit card payments

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000078.000041251.html
- anchor: #n356303
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MatrixFlow

The no-code AI platform “MatrixFlow” announced support for credit card payments and bank transfers, enabling small and midsize businesses and sole proprietors to start using its AI demand forecasting service as soon as the same day.

## [Microsoft’s highest-level partner qualification] Earns “Microsoft Copilot” Specialization

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000006812.html
- anchor: #n356302
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ピーエスシー、日本マイクロソフト株式会社

株式会社ピーエスシー has earned Microsoft’s highest-level “Microsoft Copilot” specialization certification, demonstrating its leading capabilities in implementing and providing technical support for Microsoft 365 Copilot.

## A collaboration café themed around Taisho-era romanticism wraps up its run to a huge reception!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000083.000117508.html
- anchor: #n356301
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コレカティス

The “Taisho Romance”-themed VTuber collaboration café organized by 株式会社コレカティス wrapped up successfully on May 10. Attendance far exceeded last year’s figures, and an interactive event set a new attendance record.

## 株式会社ハートビーツ to host “AWS Cost and Resource Optimization Summit 2026” on Tuesday, May 26, with 6 companies taking the stage; learn in 2 hours

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000092.000093709.html
- anchor: #n356300
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハートビーツ、株式会社はてな、TC3株式会社、GMOメイクショップ株式会社、株式会社Sun Asterisk、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社

Heartbeats will host the “AWS Cost and Resource Optimization Summit” on May 26, 2026, inviting 6 companies, including AWS Japan, to discuss AI operations and cost governance.

## Bigger is better! An unconventional 18 cm American corn dog that stands out on Napolitan spaghetti: limited-time “Big American Corn Dog” topping launches May 16, 2026 (Saturday)

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000117096.html
- anchor: #n356299
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パンチョ、株式会社B級グルメ研究所ホールディングス、株式会社ファイブグループ

Spaghetti no Pancho will launch the limited-time “Big American Dog,” an 18cm-long topping, on May 16, 2026. This unique combination of Neapolitan spaghetti and specially made honey mustard offers a surprising mix of generous portions and flavor, sure to delight Napolists, Pancho fans.

## [DX for Equipment Maintenance] Next-generation equipment maintenance cloud “M2X” to exhibit at the 20th Informa Japan

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000101.000131729.html
- anchor: #n356298
- Companies mentioned: レンゴー株式会社、ノリタケ株式会社、株式会社タチエス、株式会社栗本鐵工所、日鉄精圧品株式会社、株式会社丸五、株式会社伊藤園、株式会社ロッテ、エバラ食品工業株式会社、丸美屋食品工業株式会社、カンロ株式会社、株式会社コメダ、プライムデリカ株式会社、イオンフードサプライ株式会社、株式会社日本サンガリアベバレッジカンパニー、シマダヤ東北株式会社、小林製薬株式会社、ＫＭバイオロジクス株式会社、株式会社MAE

株式会社M2X will exhibit its next-generation equipment maintenance DX cloud “M2X” at the 20th Informa Japan, to be held at Makuhari Messe from May 20 to 22, 2026. On the final day, CEO Shintaro Okabe will speak at a seminar titled “The Path to Zero Unexpected Shutdowns Through Equipment Maintenance DX,” supporting solutions to challenges on manufacturing floors and the promotion of DX.

## 【長野県東御市】海野宿の町並みを未来へつなぐハンドブック「未来へつなぐ私たちの海野宿」を作成

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000138832.html
- anchor: #n356297
- Companies mentioned: 東御市、海野宿保存会

長野県東御市は、重要伝統的建造物群保存地区である海野宿の歴史的町並みを次世代へ継承するため、ハンドブック「未来へつなぐ私たちの海野宿」を作成しました。このハンドブックは、建物の変更手続き、補助制度、景観協定などを網羅し、住民や関心を持つ人々が海野宿の保存と活用を進めるための指針となります。

## What would you do if you inherited land in an urbanization control area? [Survey results]

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000118875.html
- anchor: #n356296
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドリームプランニング

A survey found that 43.9% of people who inherited land in an “urbanization control area” tend to sell it and cash out, mainly due to maintenance costs and development restrictions.

## LogStare to exhibit at Interop26, demonstrating its newly realized unmanned SOC service and the platform behind its operations

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000126.000038758.html
- anchor: #n356295
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セキュアヴェイル、株式会社LogStare

LogStare will showcase its “AI-SOC” unmanned security operations center service at Interop Tokyo 2026, using AI to automate operations by simulating analysts’ thought processes.

## [Patisserie GIN NO MORI] The forest by day and by night, layered in one tin. Summer-limited cookie tin “Petit Bois Summer” gets a refresh.

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000127.000105650.html
- anchor: #n356294
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社銀の森コーポレーション

Patisserie GIN NO MORI, the confectionery brand under Gin no Mori, will launch its summer-limited cookie gift tin “Petit Bois Summer” on May 30, featuring a two-layer design depicting the forest by day and night for the first time.

## For Boston Terriers troubled by itching, redness and pyoderma: A guide to skin care and getting started with CBD today

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000046506.html
- anchor: #n356293
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウェルファーマ、M&N’s CBD

株式会社ウェルファーマ’s CBD care brand “M&N’s CBD” exhibited at the “Boston Terrier Festival 2026,” explaining skin problems specific to Boston Terriers and care methods using CBD. In response to growing awareness of pet health, the brand is proposing comprehensive care that does not rely on medication.

## Say goodbye to scrubbing your hands! Simply spray and wash away greasy stains! “Workwear Grease Stain Removal Spray” now on sale

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000119226.html
- anchor: #n356292

Aimedia Co., Ltd. launched “Workwear Grease Stain Removal Spray” in its official online shop in April 2026. A quick pre-wash step helps remove stubborn grease stains: simply spray and rub in to avoid handwashing and ease the burden of housework.

## New service “Tenishoku Engineer” launched for people aiming to become IT or electromechanical engineers with no prior experience

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000017540.html
- anchor: #n356291
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BREXA Technology、株式会社アウトソーシング

BREXA Technology launched “Tenishoku Engineer,” a career-change support service for people with no prior experience who want to become IT or electromechanical engineers, on May 12, 2026. It offers free career consultations, job searches and useful content to support career changes into engineering for people without prior experience.

## Takano Co., Ltd. to exhibit at the 127th Annual Meeting and Academic Lecture of the Japanese Society of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000049013.html
- anchor: #n356290

Takano Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the 127th Annual Meeting and Academic Lecture of the Japanese Society of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, starting May 20, 2026, and introduce the “SiLIS-100” automated analyzer, a medical device that supports allergy testing for medical institutions.

## A must-see for sweet potato fans! Vendors set to bring excitement to Sweet Potato Expo Summer 2026! Limited-time tickets on sale at a special price!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000047899.html
- anchor: #n356289
- Companies mentioned: さつまいも博実行委員会、株式会社頼人、ちばぎん商店株式会社、幕張メッセ

The “2026 Summer Sweet Potato Expo” will be held at Makuhari Messe from August 6 to 9, featuring 24 popular shops from across Japan and more than 200 sweet potato desserts. Special crowdfunding ticket packages go on sale early from May 18.

## [Survey of 300 people] 73.7% of people who have had moles removed prioritize minimizing scarring | An in-depth comparison of 3 treatment methods

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000187.000056499.html
- anchor: #n356288
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック

The medical corporation Tekketsukai surveyed 300 people about their views on mole removal. The results showed that 73.7% place the greatest importance on “minimizing scars,” and compared the differences among three treatment methods: laser, electrocautery and surgery.

## Individual Instruction Academy FreeStep opens a new “Matsudo” classroom in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000281.000025673.html
- anchor: #n356287
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 成学社

Individual Instruction Academy FreeStep, operated by Seigakusha Co., Ltd., will open a new classroom in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, on June 1, 2026. Drawing on 40 years of teaching expertise and the latest IT systems, it will support students in improving their scores and gaining admission to their preferred schools.

## Individual Instruction Academy FreeStep opens its first classroom in Shinagawa, Tokyo: a new “Omori” classroom

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000286.000025673.html
- anchor: #n356286
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社成学社

個別指導学院フリーステップ will open a new Omori classroom in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on June 1, 2026. The school will support local children in improving their academic performance and gaining admission to their schools of choice, offering a distinctive educational program that combines expertise in one-on-one instruction with IT systems.

## 個別指導学院フリーステップ to reopen its Taisho classroom in Taisho Ward, Osaka, after renovations!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000025673.html
- anchor: #n356285
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 成学社

個別指導学院フリーステップ will reopen its Taisho classroom in Taisho Ward, Osaka, after renovations on June 8. Since opening in 2001, the number of students has grown, prompting the school to provide a larger, better-equipped environment. The one-on-one tutoring school specializes in improving test scores and helping students gain admission to university, with instruction supported by IT systems.

## [Free webinar on 2026.5.20] A lawyer explains the new standard for advertising reviews: how to check for and minimize risks | Authense法律事務所

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000016206.html
- anchor: #n356284
- Companies mentioned: Authense法律事務所、弁護士ドットコム株式会社

Authense法律事務所 will hold a free online seminar on May 20, 2026, featuring a lawyer who will explain how to optimize advertising review processes and reduce legal risks through laws and regulations, industry guidelines, and internal rules.

## Talent Palette adds AI agent functionality

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000307.000023180.html
- anchor: #n356283
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング

The talent management system Talent Palette will launch AI agent functionality starting in May 2026, enabling autonomous data analysis and decision support.

## The hugely popular conger eel is back for a limited time this year! Starting May 14 (Thu.), enjoy udon, tempura rice bowls, and more featuring a generously sized whole conger eel tempura!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000037031.html
- anchor: #n356282
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社資さん

資さん烏龍麵 will launch its limited-time conger eel series, including a new deluxe conger eel tempura rice bowl, starting May 14.

## [あみやき亭 stores in the Chubu region offering salad bars] A “Early Summer Salad Bar” is here! Limited-time menu featuring refreshing seasonal vegetables and Setouchi lemons now available

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000347.000130952.html
- anchor: #n356281
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社あみやき亭

7 あみやき亭 stores in the Chubu region will launch an “Early Summer Salad Bar” on May 18, offering a refreshing limited-time menu including Setouchi lemon jelly and Yamagata regional dishes. The adult add-on price is 638 yen.

## Subnautica 2 surpasses 5 million Steam wishlists; pre-downloads to begin on the 12th

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000082433.html
- anchor: #n356280
- Companies mentioned: KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、Unknown Worlds

知名海洋生存遊戲續作《深海迷航 2》Steam 願望清單突破 500 萬人，將於 5 月 12 日展開預購與預載，15 日正式啟動早期預覽。

## Cooling and dehumidifying with fans for a refreshing breeze: “Air Breeze Mat,” a fan-powered cooling mattress pad, launches in mid-May 2026!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000428.000010201.html
- anchor: #n356279
- Companies mentioned: 西川株式会社

西川株式会社 will launch the “Air Breeze Mat,” a fan-powered cooling mattress pad that cools and dehumidifies, in mid-May 2026 under its comfortable bedding brand “Sara-Flow.” This functional bedding is designed to lower perceived temperature by approximately 2°C and humidity by approximately 12%, and is also expected to save energy.

## How unprofitable leasehold land was sold by organizing contracts and clarifying terms

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000486.000118219.html
- anchor: #n356278
- 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SA achieved the sale of leasehold land that had long been an unprofitable challenge by organizing contracts and clarifying terms. The company’s expertise enabled a sound real estate transaction for both the leaseholder and the landowner.

## ナイル株式会社 releases “The LLMO Textbook” on YouTube, a video guide to AI search optimization (LLMO) from fundamentals to practical application!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000656.000055900.html
- anchor: #n356277
- Companies mentioned: ナイル株式会社

## [Popular Korean brand] Strongly supported by women in their 10s and 20s! Up-and-coming gender-neutral casual brand Kims Fresh Cotton Market to join “60%” on May 12!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000689.000034990.html
- anchor: #n356276
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シックスティーパーセント

Korean up-and-coming gender-neutral brand Kims Fresh Cotton Market officially joined the fashion e-commerce site 60% on May 12, with an 8折 offer across the store and limited-quantity 6折 special deals.

## “ReFa BEAUTECH DRYER SE” to debut at department stores; limited-edition “White Gold” color unveiled

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000942.000029736.html
- anchor: #n356275
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MTG

美容 brand ReFa, operated by 株式会社MTG, will debut its smallest and lightest hair dryer ever, the “ReFa BEAUTECH DRYER SE,” at department stores nationwide starting June 10, 2026, and will release a limited-edition “White Gold” color.

## [Save up to 1,210 yen and enjoy a great-value all-you-can-eat feast!] Pasta, fried chicken, sweets and more! フェスタガーデン イオンモール熱田, with its wide-ranging all-you-can-eat menu, cuts prices for elementary school students on selected courses!

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001150.000033462.html
- anchor: #n356274
- Companies mentioned: ニラックス株式会社、フェスタガーデン イオンモール熱田

## ドンデコルテ、エバースほか出演者決定！『中田カウス 漫才のＤＥＮＤＯ 全国ツアーin富田林』開催

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003661.000013972.html
- anchor: #n356273
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社

## [Survey report] In an era of 350,000 students not attending school, more than 80% of parents say school refusal is “a familiar issue,” while around 90% do not know of a specific “3rd place”

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008428.000001719.html
- anchor: #n356272
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社

A survey conducted by コクリコ, a parenting website operated by 講談社, found that while more than 80% of parents consider school refusal a familiar issue, around 90% do not know about free schools that can serve as a specific “3rd place.” Parents place importance on information about free schools’ activities, fees, and educational pathways.

## A public-participation survey selects the cover motif for “地球の歩き方 神戸市”! The first cover redesign in 24 years also draws attention

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008964.000002535.html
- anchor: #n356271
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社地球の歩き方、株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社Gakken

The cover of “地球之步方 神戶市” has been chosen through a public vote, with Kobe Port Tower selected as its motif. The series is also getting its first cover redesign in 24 years.

## [プルマン東京田町] Celebrating Pride Month with a limited-time rainbow cake and cocktails representing diverse identities in 6 colors

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:59:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000918.000052177.html
- anchor: #n356225
- Companies mentioned: エイ・エイ・ピー・シー・ジャパン株式会社、アコー、プルマン東京田町

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi will offer limited-time rainbow cake and cocktails during Pride Month in June 2026, using 6 colors to express support for LGBTQI+ diversity.

## “Enjoy like an Italian”: savor early summer in Italy at Eataly with seasonal pasta dishes and recipe sets

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:54:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000036.000102173.html
- anchor: #n356226
- Companies mentioned: イータリー・アジア・パシフィック株式会社、Investindustrial、アルタ ヴァッレ スクリヴィア社、ロイ社、フェリチェッティ社、チェタリア サポルム社、アフェルトラ社、モンテベッロ社、モレッリ社、アントネッラ社

Eataly will hold its “Enjoy like an Italian” early-summer campaign from May 14 to June 30, 2026, offering regional Italian pasta dishes and recipe sets for home cooking.

## “I want someone to listen, but I can’t tell anyone”—psychiatrist Tomy and listening service LivelyTalk to hold an event on “the art of expressing vulnerability” for people who push themselves too hard

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000080408.html
- anchor: #n356231
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Lively、秀和システム新社、ダイヤモンド社

株式会社Lively will hold a discussion event on June 10, 2026, inviting psychiatrist Tomy to explore emotional coping and how to express vulnerability among people experiencing distress that falls short of depression.

## x3d株式会社 to co-host CodeRabbit User Group Sapporo #1 at Sapporo EZOHUB

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000114743.html
- anchor: #n356230
- Companies mentioned: CodeRabbit、Smart Craft

x3d株式会社, which supports AI education and organizational development, announced that it will co-host Sapporo’s first user group event, “CodeRabbit User Group Sapporo #1,” with the community for the AI-powered code review tool CodeRabbit. The event will take place at EZOHUB Sapporo on May 18 and aims to share insights on using AI in software development and improving productivity.

## Launch of a Philippine trademark application service to support intellectual property protection in response to Japanese companies’ expansion needs

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000085276.html
- anchor: #n356229
- Companies mentioned: 日本アイアール

日本アイアール has launched a Philippine trademark application service for Japanese companies expanding into the Philippines. It provides end-to-end support, from trademark searches to post-registration management, to help combat counterfeiting and prevent disputes.

## [Advance announcement] Launch event for a new exhibition set to transform the industry: “Next-Generation Electronics Technology Exhibition” announcement scheduled

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000078233.html
- anchor: #n356228
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社産業タイムズ社

An announcement event for the “Next-Generation Electronics Technology Exhibition” will be held at Belle Salle Roppongi on June 16. It aims to foster new growth in the electronics industry amid transformation driven by AI, IoT, and decarbonization by encouraging open technical exchanges across industries and the creation of new business opportunities.

## 執行役員 Hiroki Sugiyama to speak at Liv Consulting’s online seminar, “Is Your AI Still a Cost?”

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000042366.html
- anchor: #n356227
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ライトアップ、株式会社リブ・コンサルティング、株式会社マクニカ

Hiroki Sugiyama, an executive officer at 株式会社ライトアップ, will speak at Liv Consulting’s online seminar, “Is Your AI Still a Cost?” The seminar will explain to small and medium-sized business leaders the structures and implementation strategies needed to turn AI adoption into business results rather than simply a cost.

## An explanation of measures to address and prevent human resources and labor risks for private school corporations! Speaking at webinars on May 26 (Tue.) and 27 (Wed.): “A Complete Guide to Human Resources and Labor Risks Facing Private Schools and the Measures to Take Now”

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:48:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000179504.html
- anchor: #n356232
- Companies mentioned: 社会保険労務士法人みらいパートナーズ、OBC

Shu Miura, representative of 社会保険労務士法人みらいパートナーズ, will hold a free webinar on May 26 and 27, 2026, explaining human resources and labor risk management and the latest legal amendments for private schools. The webinar will also introduce OBC’s “Bugyo Cloud: Private Schools Edition” and provide practical ways to respond to work-style reforms.

## ERPC completes major upgrade to its Solana RPC, WebSocket and Geyser gRPC infrastructure — Live-app performance improves significantly in real-world comparisons with leading external RPC services

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:42:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000105962.html
- anchor: #n356233
- Companies mentioned: ELSOUL LABO B.V.、Validators DAO

ERPC, under ELSOUL LABO, has completed a major upgrade to its Solana infrastructure, significantly improving RPC and Geyser gRPC performance. Real-world testing showed connection speeds 1.7 to 2.3 times faster than competitors.

## [Supporting junior athletes with quail eggs] 株式会社幡野ファーム named official nutrition supporter of floorball team “東三河ブロリック”.

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000161596.html
- anchor: #n356236
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社幡野ファーム、東三河ブロリック

株式会社幡野ファーム has become the official nutrition supporter of floorball team “東三河ブロリック,” providing quail eggs free of charge to junior athletes. The initiative aims to promote local sports and support health through food.

## Equipment-maintenance cloud service “EMLink” brings proprietary fine-tuned multimodal AI to mobile devices — A first in Japan’s equipment-maintenance sector, enabling inspections to be completed entirely by voice

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000115057.html
- anchor: #n356235
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイスターエンジニアリング、DNX Ventures、Delight Ventures

株式会社設備保全総合研究所 has incorporated its proprietary fine-tuned multimodal AI into the mobile app for “EMLink,” its equipment-maintenance cloud service for factories and infrastructure. This achieves Japan’s first mobile local LLM in the equipment-maintenance sector, allowing inspection work to be completed entirely by voice.

## [2026 Ad Fraud Survey] About 40% of web advertising professionals hesitate to adopt or discontinue measures against fraudulent ad clicks because of concerns that they will worsen apparent CPA

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000222.000009799.html
- anchor: #n356234
- Companies mentioned: かっこ株式会社、明治大学サイバーセキュリティ研究所

かっこ株式會社調查顯示，約4成廣告業者因擔心排除欺詐點擊會導致帳面獲得成本（CPA）上升影響評價，進而對採取廣告欺詐對策感到猶豫。

## FPS signs off-site corporate PPA with APM Terminals Japan

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000140000.html
- anchor: #n356250
- Companies mentioned: APM Terminals Japan株式会社、A.P. Moller-Maerskグループ

FPS has signed an off-site corporate PPA with APM Terminals Japan. Under the agreement, FPS will supply renewable energy from a newly built solar power plant to APMT-JAPAN for 20 years, helping reduce CO₂ emissions by about 2.6 thousand tons annually. The initiative is an important step in promoting decarbonization in the port and shipping sectors.

## [Limited quantity] Tanga Distillery launches its whisky business in earnest with the release of a single malt new make and the opening of applications for its “Private Cask Program 2026”

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000163388.html
- anchor: #n356249
- Companies mentioned: 丹丘蒸留所株式会社

Hokkaido’s 丹丘蒸留所 has officially launched its whisky business, releasing a limited 1,500 bottles of single malt new make and opening its “2026 Private Cask Program,” which offers a choice of 四 types of casks, including Mizunara oak.

## Lingerie and loungewear brand “aimerfeel（エメフィール）” significantly boosts its ZOZO made-to-order share from 3% to 11% after adopting ZOZO customer-order integration by Store Record!

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000139864.html
- anchor: #n356248
- Companies mentioned: ストアレコード株式会社、ソックコウベ株式会社

Lingerie brand aimerfeel adopted the “ZOZO customer-order integration” tool, raising its ZOZOTOWN made-to-order share from 3% to 11% and growing sales to 3 times their previous level.

## English-teacher training program “Fiji Summer Vacation ‘English Education’ Training” to be held, offering experience in an English-as-a-second-language education setting

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000123556.html
- anchor: #n356247
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人英語教育協議会 (ELEC)、SOUTH PACIFIC FREE BIRD株式会社

一般財団法人英語教育協議会（ELEC） will hold the “Fiji Summer Vacation ‘English Education’ Training” for English teachers in collaboration with SOUTH PACIFIC FREE BIRD株式会社 as part of its 70th-anniversary program. Along with English study in Fiji, the training will offer opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of English education through visits to local high schools, mock lessons and intercultural exchange.

## [Tourism DX] KDDI Location Analyzer fills the “local knowledge” gap

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000098428.html
- anchor: #n356246
- Companies mentioned: 技研商事インターナショナル株式会社、株式会社エイエイピー、KDDI株式会社

技研商事 has published a case study showing how the agency AAP used the KDDI Location Analyzer foot-traffic analysis tool to overcome the challenge of lacking “local knowledge” in unfamiliar areas, successfully optimizing tourism promotion and easing overtourism.

## Persefoni announces “Persefoni Analytics Agent”

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000101914.html
- anchor: #n356245
- Companies mentioned: Persefoni

Persefoni has announced its AI analytics feature, “Persefoni Analytics Agent.” It enables companies to easily analyze emissions data in natural language and significantly improve the efficiency of sustainability reporting.

## ナレッジコミュニケーション、Google Cloud パートナー参画を発表

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000004474.html
- anchor: #n356244
- Companies mentioned: Google Cloud、AWS、Microsoft Azure、Databricks

ナレッジコミュニケーション has received Google Cloud partner certification, strengthening its support for data and AI adoption. Drawing on its experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure, it will promote AI transformation at companies.

## The definitive solution for store DX amid rising prices and labor shortages: Webinar on May 27 to help brick-and-mortar businesses maximize sales by combining analog and digital approaches

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000169.000098400.html
- anchor: #n356243
- Companies mentioned: IRISデータラボ株式会社、株式会社DEECH、株式会社WeBridge

IRIS Data Laboratory will hold a joint webinar with DEECH and WeBridge on May 27, sharing with restaurant and retail businesses how to combine direct-mail advertising, MEO and LINE tools to maximize performance amid rising prices.

## [Ohori Park] “ルルピラ” machine Pilates studio opens — One-on-one sessions and child-friendly facilities welcome beginners; support for posture improvement and postpartum care

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000174.000020010.html
- anchor: #n356242
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スマイルアカデミー

株式会社スマイルアカデミー has opened “Lulu Pilates,” a one-on-one machine Pilates studio in Fukuoka’s Ohori Park area. The studio features a child-friendly environment and postpartum care, and also offers dietary guidance.

## Power Interactive to exhibit at ODEX, showcasing “4STEP” hands-on support to connect sales and marketing and accelerate business opportunities

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000102331.html
- anchor: #n356241
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パワー・インタラクティブ、ゼロワングロース株式会社、ナインアウト株式会社、株式会社primeNumber、Adobe、Braze、HubSpot、Salesforce

Power Interactive will exhibit at ODEX, showcasing “4STEP” hands-on support, which connects sales and marketing data, visualizes departmental bottlenecks and accelerates the creation of business opportunities.

## Preliminary answers to the 2026 (Reiwa 8) Surveyor Examination to be released!

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000945.000017546.html
- anchor: #n356240
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンオブライフ、株式会社シナプス、株式会社新社会システム総合研究所、株式会社エーアイアカデミー、株式会社メディアグロース、株式会社クエリマーケティング、株式会社あそびラボ、株式会社ワクコンサルティング、アガルート法律会計事務所

Agaroot Academy will release free preliminary answers to the Surveyor Examination held on May 17, 2026 (Sunday). The service requires no membership registration and helps candidates review the exam.

## Preliminary answers to the 2026 (Reiwa 8) Assistant Surveyor Examination to be released!

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000950.000017546.html
- anchor: #n356239
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンオブライフ、株式会社シナプス、株式会社 新社会システム総合研究所、株式会社エーアイアカデミー、株式会社メディアグロース、株式会社クエリマーケティング、株式会社あそびラボ、株式会社ワクコンサルティング

Agaroot Academy, operated by 株式会社アガルート, will release free preliminary answers to the Assistant Surveyor Examination held on May 17, 2026 (Sunday). Candidates can use the service without registering as members to review the exam.

## “Asahi Super Dry Refreshingly Dry” to go on sale in limited quantities from June 16

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001504.000016166.html
- anchor: #n356238

Asahi Breweries will launch “Asahi Super Dry Refreshingly Dry,” featuring higher carbonation pressure, nationwide in limited quantities from June 16. Chilling it thoroughly brings out its crispness and dry flavor, while drinking directly from the can enhances its refreshing feel, creating a new drinking experience.

## [TAC, the school for professional qualifications] Early-summer special discount campaign for TOEIC preparation “Comprehensive Course Pack” and “Comprehensive Course”!

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002322.000021078.html
- anchor: #n356237
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

## そごう横浜店 rooftop beer garden Taiyo no Hiroba BBQ GARDEN to open on May 1, 2026

- Published: 2026-04-11T22:14:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002368.000031382.html
- anchor: #n356983
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社そごう・西武、そごう横浜店

Sogo Yokohama will open a rooftop barbecue beer garden on May 1, 2026, offering all-you-can-enjoy BBQ, seafood and drinks, and promoting a nearby leisure option amid rising prices.

## “Thomas & Friends™” adventure game “Thomas & Friends™: The Mystery of Sodor” announced — All aboard for PC and consoles!

- Published: 2026-02-06T19:00:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000169300.html
- anchor: #n356903
- Companies mentioned: Dovetail Games、Mattel, Inc.、PulluP Entertainment

Dovetail Games has announced the new narrative adventure game “Thomas & Friends™: The Mystery of Sodor,” in collaboration with Mattel. Coming soon to PC and major consoles, the game takes players on adventures around Sodor with Thomas and his friends.

## Taipei prosecutors indict 2 people under the National Security Act for photographing confidential military lectures in exchange for payment

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:28:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120039.aspx
- anchor: #n357326

Two former Taiwan Army soldiers have been indicted for violating the National Security Act on suspicion of leaking military secrets to Chinese Communist Party intelligence agents in exchange for about 80,000 yuan. The case highlights national security concerns in Taiwan.

## Legendary Japanese editor Atsushi Karaki, a talent scout, spots writers’ potential at a glance

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:27:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605120044.aspx
- anchor: #n357321
- Companies mentioned: 講談社、新經典文化、中央社

Taiwan has published a Chinese-language edition of The Talent Appraiser, a book by veteran editor Atsushi Karaki, who once discovered Natsuhiko Kyogoku and Hiroshi Mori at 講談社, and writes about how to spot a writer’s talent. Karaki embarked on an editing career 32 years ago after receiving a phone call from Kyogoku and has worked on more than 180 books.

## Bora acquires U.S. CDMO business for NT$3.8 billion, expanding its biologics contract manufacturing footprint

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:25:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120043.aspx
- anchor: #n357322
- Companies mentioned: MacroGenics、泰福生技、Bora Biologics

Bora Pharmaceuticals announced it will acquire the contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) business of U.S. biopharmaceutical company MacroGenics for a total of US$122.5 million (about NT$3.842 billion). The deal will give it a large-molecule production plant and a warehouse center, strengthening its global biopharmaceutical CDMO operations.

## Texas attorney general sues Netflix over alleged illegal tracking of user data that causes addiction

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:14:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120042.aspx
- anchor: #n357323
- Companies mentioned: Netflix

The Texas attorney general has filed a lawsuit against streaming service Netflix, accusing it of improperly collecting user data and designing its platform to be addictive. The lawsuit highlights the effects of features such as autoplay, particularly on young people. Netflix denies the allegations.

## 2 people fall into the water at Dadaocheng Wharf in Taipei; police and firefighters find a 9-decade-old man and rush him to hospital for emergency treatment

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:12:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120041.aspx
- anchor: #n357324
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

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## College students head home early for summer vacation; Taiwan High Speed Rail adds 28 services with fares at 5 tenths of the regular price

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:11:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120040.aspx
- anchor: #n357325
- Companies mentioned: 台灣高鐵

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## Cho Jung-tai: Major policies have continuity, and supporting measures for the three-shift nurse-to-patient ratio will be more comprehensive

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:04:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120038.aspx
- anchor: #n357327
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai responded to criticism over the postponement of the introduction of the 三-shift nurse-to-patient ratio, saying major government policies are continuous and that supplementary measures would be considered after legislation is enacted. Amid controversy over remarks by Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang, Cho stressed the importance of sustainable development of the healthcare system and protecting public health.

## 00403A sees volume top 1 million shares within 10 minutes of listing; early trading price rises more than 7%

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:03:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120037.aspx
- anchor: #n357328
- Companies mentioned: 統一投信、台積電 (TSMC)、台光電、台達電、奇鋐、貿聯-KY、聯電、欣興、智邦、群聯、日月光投控

The closely watched active Taiwan equity ETF 統一升級50 (00403A) began trading today, recording 1 million lots in trading within its first 10 minutes and surpassing 2.3 million lots by 10 a.m. Its price rose as much as 7.45%, drawing attention as the 2nd Taiwan equity active ETF launched by 統一投信.

## Haiti’s prime minister: Security conditions fall short of standards; presidential election cannot be held in August

- Published: 2026-05-12T11:02:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120036.aspx
- anchor: #n357329
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、中央社、新聞人報、聯合國、美國

Haiti Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé announced that presidential elections scheduled for August could not be held because security conditions were inadequate. He said he hoped to complete the election by the end of the year and have an elected president take office by Feb. 7 next year. The delay comes amid the growing influence of armed gangs and political instability.

## Taipower’s new LOGO font sparks debate; Lee Yuan: Design should return to professionalism

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:54:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120035.aspx
- anchor: #n356984
- Companies mentioned: 台灣電力公司

Taiwan Power Co. (Taipower) unveiled a new corporate logo and font design, sparking online debate after it spent NT$960,000 on the project. Culture Minister Li Yuan stressed that design is a specialized field involving aesthetics and historical memory, and that decisions should be left to experts.

## Centenary of the Hualien-Taitung railway’s opening; Fuli Station serves as a window onto agricultural products and slow-living culture

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:53:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120034.aspx
- anchor: #n356985

To mark the centennial of the Hualien-Taitung Railway, Fuli Station has been renovated and transformed into a hub showcasing local agricultural products and slow-living culture. Designed around the concept of a “granary of the land,” the station building has also won awards. The Fuli township chief hopes it will serve not merely as a transit point but as a gateway to regional revitalization.

## Bannan Line trains move in fits and starts; Taipei Metro says anomaly has been resolved and it is adjusting train intervals

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:52:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605120031.aspx
- anchor: #n356988

The Taipei Metro Bannan Line was disrupted today by a signal malfunction, drawing numerous complaints from commuters. Taipei Metro said the fault had been cleared and that it was adjusting train intervals.

## Cho Jung-tai: None of the 3 pieces of the military procurement puzzle can be missing; we will seek the most advantageous path

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:43:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120030.aspx
- anchor: #n356989

Premier Cho Jung-tai said that “3 puzzles” are essential in military procurement, adding that the government will seek the most advantageous approach under the Constitution and budget rules and work to achieve the autonomous development of the domestic defense industry as soon as possible.

## Hou Yu-ih not invited to Danjiang Bridge opening; Cho Jung-tai: I wasn’t invited either

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:42:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120033.aspx
- anchor: #n356986

The Danjiang Bridge officially opened today. Responding to reports that the Ministry of Transportation had not invited New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih, Premier Cho Jung-tai said, “I wasn’t invited either,” and expressed hope for a smooth opening.

## 7 Chinese naval vessels and 5 sorties by Chinese aircraft around Taiwan; military closely monitors them

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:41:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120032.aspx
- anchor: #n356987

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said 7 Chinese People’s Liberation Army vessels and 5 aircraft entered airspace southwest and east of Taiwan from yesterday through early today. Taiwan’s military said it maintained close surveillance and responded appropriately.

## Trump-Xi meeting set to take place; Hong Kong media: China gives Trump a high-level reception but harbors no illusions

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:29:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605120029.aspx
- anchor: #n356990

The U.S.-China leaders’ meeting is being held in Beijing. Hong Kong media report that China will receive Trump with high-level protocol but is not harboring illusions. The possibility of substantive progress on economic and trade issues and establishing a risk-management framework in AI has been noted.

## AI theme heats up; Taiwan stocks rise more than 300 points to set a new intraday high

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:28:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120027.aspx
- anchor: #n356905
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海

Buoyed by strong AI-related shares and further gains in U.S. semiconductor stocks, Taiwan’s stock market rose more than 300 points, setting a new intraday record. The Taiex briefly reached 42157.65 points, reflecting strong investor interest in the AI theme.

## U.S.-Iran war sends oil prices soaring; Trump considers suspending federal fuel tax to ease the impact

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:22:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120028.aspx
- anchor: #n356904
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ合衆国エネルギー情報局 (EIA)、アメリカ自動車協会 (AAA)、ブラウン大学 (Brown University)、CNN

Former U.S. President Trump announced plans to temporarily suspend the federal fuel tax to ease the impact of soaring oil prices caused by the U.S.-Iran war on consumers. The move could lower gasoline prices by about 4%, but requires congressional approval.

## Tzu Chi marks its 60th anniversary; Catholic cardinal visits Dharma Master Cheng Yen

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:20:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120026.aspx
- anchor: #n356906
- Companies mentioned: 慈済基金会、教皇庁宗座科学院、教皇庁大使館、シエラレオネカトリックカリタス、アメリカヒリー基金会、マグサイサイ賞基金会

As part of events marking the 60th anniversary of 慈済基金会, Catholic Cardinal Peter Turkson visited Dharma Master Cheng Yen. They emphasized respect and cooperation among different religions and discussed working together to support refugees in the Middle East and advance education and agricultural cooperation in Africa.

## New Taiwan dollar opens down 1.5 fen at 31.43

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:05:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120025.aspx
- anchor: #n356907

台北外為市場では、新台湾ドルが対米ドルで1.5分下落し、1米ドル＝31.43元で取引が始まりました。市場は若干の変動を見せましたが、これは一般的な市場の動きの一部です。

## Taiwan stocks open up 90.6 points

- Published: 2026-05-12T10:02:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120024.aspx
- anchor: #n356908

台北株式市場は今日、90.6ポイント高で開盤し、加権株価指数は41880.66ポイントを記録しました。取引開始時の出来高は新台湾ドル185.97億元でした。

## Wall Street Journal: UAE secretly airstrikes Iran, shifting from attacked party to combatant

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:51:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120022.aspx
- anchor: #n356408
- Companies mentioned: ウォール・ストリート・ジャーナル、中央社

According to the ウォール・ストリート・ジャーナル, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) secretly carried out military strikes against Iran, shifting from one of Iran’s main targets to an active combatant.

## Pan Kuo-ling’s novel “Stone Island” traces Hong Kong’s story through the touch of pebbles

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:51:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605120020.aspx
- anchor: #n356410
- Companies mentioned: 聯合文學出版、中央社

Hong Kong writer Poon Kwok-ling has continued writing while battling illness and has released his latest novel, “石頭島及最初的人.” The work travels among stones across Hong Kong and tells the stories behind them, delving into the city’s history, culture, landscape and local life.

## Tainan and Pingtung warned of high temperatures; Wu Der-rong: Be alert for sudden heavy rain from the 13th

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:47:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605120023.aspx
- anchor: #n356407
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央気象署、中央大学大気科学系、気象応用推広基金会

The 中央気象署 issued a high-temperature advisory on the 12th, forecasting temperatures of 36 degrees or higher in Tainan. Weather expert Wu Der-rong said showers and thunderstorms would occur in various areas from the 13th to the 15th, and urged people to watch for sudden heavy rain.

## Strait of Hormuz blockade deals a severe blow to exports; OPEC April output hits a more than 20-year low

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:36:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120021.aspx
- anchor: #n356409
- Companies mentioned: 石油輸出国機構（OPEC）、OPEC+、路透社、倫敦證券交易所集團（LSEG）、Kpler、中央社

Following the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, 石油輸出国機構（OPEC） crude oil production in April fell to its lowest level in more than 20 years. Production declined in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, while only the UAE increased output.

## Accused of serving as a Chinese agent, Arcadia mayor in California resigns and pleads guilty

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:28:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120018.aspx
- anchor: #n356337
- Companies mentioned: US News Center

Wang Ailin, a former mayor of Arcadia, California, was charged with acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government and pleaded guilty to a federal felony before resigning. The case highlights increased U.S. scrutiny of activities on behalf of foreign governments.

## U.S. semiconductor stocks remain strong; analysts expect Taiwan stocks to maintain a strong, volatile upward trend

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:22:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605120019.aspx
- anchor: #n356336
- Companies mentioned: Intel、TSMC、Qualcomm、Micron、NVIDIA、玉山投信

Driven by the AI theme, U.S. semiconductor stocks continued to perform strongly, pushing the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index to a record high. Taiwan’s stock market is consequently expected to remain firm in the short term.

## Accused of falsely claiming Taiwan Railways crew allowances, labor director Wu Chang-chih released on NT$100,000 bail

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:59:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605120017.aspx
- anchor: #n356338
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵 (台湾鉄路股份有限公司)、台鐵產業工會

台鉄労働理事の呉長智氏が、職務を利用して「乗務加給」数10万台湾元を不正受給した疑いで、12日に台北地方検察庁により10万台湾元の保釈金支払いを命じられた。台鉄産業工会が4月に告発し、検察と廉政署は11日に呉氏の住居やオフィスなど6カ所を捜索し、詐欺と偽造文書の容疑で捜査を進めている。

## Good Morning, World》Presidential order promulgates 780 billion national defense special act; industry fears budget cuts will undermine confidence

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:55:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605125001.aspx
- anchor: #n356251
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、總統府、行政院、外交部、國防部、護師醫療產業工會、台北榮總、財政部中區國稅局、台灣自來水公司、NCC、行政院主計總處、衛福部、公衛師公會、陸委會

President promulgates the 780 billion national defense special act, as a smaller-than-expected budget sparks a crisis of confidence in the defense industry and draws international attention.

## U.S. scholar: Beijing may exploit the “Trump sells out Taiwan” claim to undermine confidence in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:54:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605120016.aspx
- anchor: #n356252
- Companies mentioned: 哈德遜研究所 (Hudson Institute)、國民黨 (Kuomintang)

U.S. scholar Fulieman warned that China could exploit the claim that “Trump will sell out Taiwan” to wage an information campaign undermining trust in Taiwanese society. He stressed that bipartisan support for Taiwan in the United States is strong.

## Ukraine’s defense minister: Country now has missile capability on par with Taurus, with range reaching deep into Russia

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:50:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120015.aspx
- anchor: #n356253

Ukrainian Defense Minister Fedorov announced that the country now has the capacity to produce missiles with a range of 1500km, comparable to Germany’s Taurus. This would enable strikes on deep targets inside Russia and demonstrate a major improvement in Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

## Modi’s party takes power; women in India’s West Bengal can ride buses for free

- Published: 2026-05-12T08:43:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605120014.aspx
- anchor: #n356254
- Companies mentioned: 印度人民黨 (BJP)、全印草根大會 (All India Trinamool Congress)

In India’s West Bengal state, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Prime Minister Modi, won the election. In line with its campaign pledges, it will begin social welfare measures from June 1, including free rides for women on state-run buses, to consolidate voter support.

## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust) — 7th Fiscal Period (2025/02/13–2026/02/12)

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:17:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC7%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F13%EF%BC%8D2026%2F02%2F12)-2026-05-12%2009%3A17
- anchor: #n356348
- Companies mentioned: 不明

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## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust) — 23rd Fiscal Period (2025/08/14–2026/02/13)

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:13:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC23%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F08%2F14%EF%BC%8D2026%2F02%2F13)-2026-05-12%2009%3A13
- anchor: #n356347
- Companies mentioned: 不明

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## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust) — 65th Fiscal Period (2025/02/20–2026/02/19)

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:12:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC65%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F20%EF%BC%8D2026%2F02%2F19)-2026-05-12%2009%3A12
- anchor: #n356346
- Companies mentioned: 不明

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## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust) — 4th Fiscal Period (2025/02/14–2026/02/13)

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:11:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC4%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F14%EF%BC%8D2026%2F02%2F13)-2026-05-12%2009%3A11
- anchor: #n356345
- Companies mentioned: 不明

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## Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust) — 25th Fiscal Period (2025/02/13–2026/02/12)

- Published: 2026-05-12T09:08:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC25%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F13%EF%BC%8D2026%2F02%2F12)-2026-05-12%2009%3A08
- Original 2: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC25%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F13%EF%BC%8D2026%2F02%2F12)-2026-05-12%2009%3A10
- anchor: #n356343
- 2 identical notices
- Companies mentioned: 不明

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