https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 940 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 43 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/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365699Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHPE Networking (the integration of Aruba and Juniper) will hold a webinar focused on automating network operations in the AI era. Addressing network complexity and labor shortages amid the expansion of AI and cloud computing, it will present the “Secure AI-Native Network” concept and practical solutions, and explain how AI can automate incident response. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365698Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESマジセミ will hold a webinar to help B2B companies break free from excessive dependence on web advertising and build a marketing system based on their own assets. It will explain strategies and practical methods for sustainable customer acquisition channels while addressing rising CPA and lead-generation challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365697Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESカコムス株式会社 and マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar to address operational challenges in hybrid cloud environments designed to strengthen AI use and ransomware protection. The webinar will explain practical ways to centralize logs and monitoring across on-premises systems and the cloud using Azure Arc and Azure Monitor, with the aim of reducing operational burdens. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365696Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GxP will hold a webinar on using AI to address the black-boxing of IBM i. Aimed at supporting technology transfer and improving modification efficiency, it will introduce an integrated solution using X-Analysis, IBM Bob and watsonx Orchestrate. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365695Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCheck Point Software Technologies and マジセミ will hold a webinar for large companies on phishing and BEC attacks that slip past standard M365/Google Workspace defenses, and on detecting signs of compromise afterward. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365694Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs ransomware attacks surge, a webinar will be held on effective vulnerability countermeasures within limited budgets. It will explain how to understand attackers’ motives and optimize the management of externally exposed assets and diagnostic costs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365693https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365693Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESマジセミ株式会社は、広告費高騰と生成AIによる検索行動の変化に対応するため、「広告費高騰時代のBtoB集客戦略」をテーマにしたウェビナーを再放送します。本ウェビナーは、広告依存を減らし、質の高いリード獲得と商談創出を目指すBtoB企業向けの戦略的な内容です。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365692Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe June special-edition issue of “Disney Fan” features 東京ディズニーシー’s 25th anniversary “Sparkling Jubilee.” It includes original playing cards commemorating the 25th anniversary and introduces event highlights, merchandise, menus and a look back at past events. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365691Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“地球の歩き方” has announced that it will publish a Saitama City travel guide in early summer 2027. To mark the city’s 25th anniversary, it is conducting a survey inviting people to share local food and attractions, with gift certificates to be awarded in a prize draw. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365654https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365654Wed, 13 May 2026 08:59:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ジェンコ will sell “Plam Monument Miniature Keychains,” capsule toys based on miniatures of the “Plam Monument” promoted by 静岡市, at the 64th Shizuoka Hobby Show, to be held in May 2026. The product received a positive response when it was offered for advance sale last year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365655https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365655Wed, 13 May 2026 08:59:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESEmbroidery jewelry brand NANA WATANABE has won the A’ Design Award for the 2nd consecutive year with its “Flora Octopus Brooch.” Its distinctive use of fabric and thread has earned international acclaim, and its work exploring the boundary between art and fashion is attracting attention in Japan and abroad. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365656https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365656Wed, 13 May 2026 08:58:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESクロスクリエイション株式会社 has announced the renewal of its allergy-control bedding line, “Allergy Clear.” Developed in response to feedback from families with children, the bedding takes comprehensive measures against dust mites and household dust and offers a comfortable sleeping environment. The company proposes it as an “investment in improving daily life” that can also help reduce utility and medical costs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365659https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365659Wed, 13 May 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Lively held its 3rd dialogue event, inviting Aya Komaki, president of Sanrio Entertainment, to share a firsthand account of organizational change that led the theme park to a V-shaped recovery through “listening.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365658https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365658Wed, 13 May 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKaiyodo has announced “ARTPLA SCULPTURE WORKS King Ghidorah Re:Imagination,” a plastic model kit of the space monster King Ghidorah, sculpted by Shinobu Matsumura, a leading figure in natural history and biological modeling. Inspired by the 1964 film “Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster,” it incorporates scenes from the film and imagery from its poster to recreate the creature’s striking sculptural beauty and sense of scale. It is scheduled for release in August 2026, priced at 9,900 yen (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365657Wed, 13 May 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社デジタル・ナレッジ will exhibit at the 3rd Tsumiki Community Day 2026, presenting a live demonstration of a store training digital transformation case study that it co-won an award for with Matsuya Foods. The solution combines VR, e-learning and OJT, reducing the training burden on newly appointed store managers and helping international staff become productive sooner. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365661Wed, 13 May 2026 08:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukuoka Pilates studio “Lulupila Fujisaki-Muromi” has announced that it is offering its space for rent. The fully private studio is equipped with professional machines and supports both freelance instructors teaching classes and individuals practicing on their own. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365660https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365660Wed, 13 May 2026 08:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジオコード has been recognized as a top-tier “Badge-Earning Partner” in the Meta Official Partner Program. The recognition strengthens its ability to use Meta technology to enhance clients’ digital marketing and further improve its established web advertising management services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365662Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japan CTO Association has launched its 2026 joint training program for new graduate engineers. Now in its 3rd year, the program aims to address the high cost of talent development for small and midsize companies through cross-company collaboration and to build a long-term professional community. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365671Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社EON has launched “Globiq,” an AI market intelligence service for companies seeking to expand overseas. The AI monitors and analyzes local information and automatically delivers weekly reports and urgent alerts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365670Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAsakusa bag brand otnek & ebanat announced that its popular ANORA style will support the Otnek By You customization service from May 13, allowing customers to freely choose the colors of its components. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365669Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn May 21, secondz digital will hold a joint webinar with HMit and five other companies, exploring what businesses that fail to implement AI have in common and how to effectively promote and establish AI applications within organizations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365668https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365668Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESVext Co., Ltd. announced the development of a “VOC analysis-focused AI agent” that integrates generative AI and RAG technology, enabling non-specialists to conduct in-depth analysis of customer feedback through simple conversations and improve business decision-making efficiency and customer experience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365667Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESBoomi announced the winners of its 2026 APJ Partner Awards, recognizing outstanding companies driving AI-powered, data-driven initiatives and innovative transformation. Nomura Research Institute received the Japan Partner of the Year award. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365666Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社TYL released a 2025 survey on veterinarians changing jobs. It found that the average age of those who successfully changed jobs was 33.1, well below the national average, reflecting growing enthusiasm among younger people for career planning and finding a good fit with their work environment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365665Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRJC Research found a clear generational divide over AI interviews: people aged 20-30 welcomed their efficiency and fairness, while those aged 50-60 were cautious due to privacy concerns. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365664Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFunai Soken Supply Chain Consulting released a report on its “2026 Seminar on Building Wage Systems to Avoid Unpaid Wage Lawsuits and a Chain of Driver Resignations” for transport companies. The seminar offered expertise on litigation prevention and human resources systems, and an additional session will be held on June 10. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365663Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC will hold a free online seminar on May 16 for people aiming to score 750 on the TOEIC® L&R TEST. It will introduce efficient study methods and how to use them with the AI-powered Adaptie app. Participants will also receive a discount coupon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366629Wed, 13 May 2026 11:28:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese drone manufacturer Thunder Tiger announced that it had signed an MOU with U.S. defense technology company Shield AI to integrate Shield AI’s autonomous software, Hivemind, into Thunder Tiger’s unmanned systems. The first deployment will be on the Sea Shark unmanned vessel, with a field demonstration planned for this summer. The move is expected to strengthen the autonomous capabilities of Taiwan’s defense industry and improve the ability of unmanned systems to conduct coordinated operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366630Wed, 13 May 2026 11:27:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent arrived in South Korea the day before the Trump-Xi meeting and held economic and trade talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. The talks are expected to address the establishment of a U.S.-China Trade and Investment Promotion Forum, as well as planned Chinese purchases of Boeing aircraft, U.S. agricultural products and energy-related goods. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366628Wed, 13 May 2026 11:23:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks swung sharply amid Middle East tensions and uncertainty over Trump, but showed resilience, supported by AI demand and technology earnings. Experts expect semiconductor and AI stocks to continue leading Asian markets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366631Wed, 13 May 2026 11:18:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 兩廳院’s “Up the Mountain Project” launched in Guangfu Township, Hualien County, giving 120 students from Guangfu Vocational High School and Fuyuan Junior High School opportunities to experience the arts through dance workshops, theater activities and performances in the TIFA program. The project is part of the “Arts Within Reach Project,” which aims to expand arts education to schools in mountain areas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366632Wed, 13 May 2026 11:15:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATens of thousands of people demonstrated in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital, to protest President Javier Milei’s steep cuts to public university budgets. It was the fourth major demonstration under the Milei administration and took place the day after plans for further spending cuts to education and health care were reported. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366633Wed, 13 May 2026 11:12:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAustralian defense expert Peter Layton said Taiwan’s steep cuts to its domestic drone budget could undermine its “coastal operations” defense capability for deterring China’s expansion. He said the decision runs counter to developments in the Indo-Pacific, where drones are becoming increasingly important, could make Taiwan more reliant on U.S.-made weapons, and would suit China. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366634Wed, 13 May 2026 11:11:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAhead of the Trump-Xi meeting, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, saying China hoped Pakistan would help resolve the Strait of Hormuz issue and contribute to regional peace. China expressed support for Pakistan’s mediation efforts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366316Wed, 13 May 2026 10:50:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA total of 5 people, including 2 doctors—among them the head of neurosurgery for brain tumors and the head of minimally invasive neurosurgery at Taichung Veterans General Hospital—and 3 medical device company employees, were indicted on suspicion of allowing an unlicensed person to perform surgery and sharing the proceeds. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366317Wed, 13 May 2026 10:49:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn employee of Taiwan’s Institute for Information Industry’s Information Security Research Institute is under investigation on suspicion of improperly accessing and downloading internal data. Several people, including a deputy director, were questioned, and the deputy director was released on NT$200,000 bail. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366318Wed, 13 May 2026 10:46:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMSCI announced its semiannual index review, raising the weight of Taiwan stocks in its global market, emerging market and Asia ex-Japan indexes. TSMC had the largest individual stock-weight increase, with the new weights taking effect on May 29. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366319Wed, 13 May 2026 10:37:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANegotiations between South Korea’s Samsung Electronics and its labor union broke down, and the union is planning an 18-day general strike starting May 21. The union demanded, among other things, the removal of the cap on performance bonuses, while the company proposed a flexible system, but the sides failed to reach an agreement. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366320Wed, 13 May 2026 10:32:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARenewable energy company J&V Energy announced that it would acquire a portfolio of operating solar power plants in Taiwan with a capacity of 187MW from GIP, a fund managed by BlackRock. The deal is expected to significantly expand the company’s presence in the market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366321Wed, 13 May 2026 10:31:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEileen Wang, the former mayor of Arcadia, California, pleaded guilty to acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government. The case has highlighted concerns about Chinese influence in U.S. local politics. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366322Wed, 13 May 2026 10:31:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of National Defense said 7 Chinese military vessels and 1 aircraft entered the airspace around Taiwan. Taiwan’s military is closely monitoring and responding to them with aircraft, vessels and ground-based air defense missile systems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366247https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366247Wed, 13 May 2026 10:26:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMajor U.S. stock indexes and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index closed lower, sending Taiwan stocks down 697 points today and below the 5-day moving average. 台積電 fell NT$50 despite its board approving a higher cash dividend, as the U.S. market weighed on the share price. Its market value shrank, dragging the broader market down nearly 400 points. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366251Wed, 13 May 2026 10:26:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Hualien District Prosecutors Office is investigating bid-rigging in school lunch contracts. A former section chief, a Kuomintang councilor and contractors were released on bail. Questions about bidding qualifications had also been raised in the past, and the investigation’s progress is being closely watched. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366241Wed, 13 May 2026 10:25:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGoogle unveiled Googlebook, a new AI laptop centered on its Gemini AI model and offering proactive personalized assistance through ChromeOS. 宏碁, 華碩 and other companies will launch the first products this fall. Googlebook introduces innovative features such as “Magic Pointer” and “Help me customize widgets”; Google also launched Gemini Intelligence for Android. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366253Wed, 13 May 2026 10:24:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA米中両国はホルムズ海峡における通行料徴収に反対する立場を表明しました。これは、両国がイランへの圧力を通じて同海峡の管理を阻止する共通の目的を持っていることを示唆しています。この動きは、米中首脳会談を控える中で地政学的な重要性を持ちます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366242Wed, 13 May 2026 10:22:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Trump said the United States does not need China’s help on Iran and insisted that the U.S. will ultimately win. He is due to visit China but stressed that Iran is not a key issue. A ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran remains stalled, while Iran appears to be tightening its control over the Strait of Hormuz and seeking an oil export deal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366243Wed, 13 May 2026 10:22:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer NBA player Jason Collins has died of a brain tumor at age 47. He was the first male athlete in a major U.S. professional sports league to publicly come out as gay. His courageous action influenced many people and contributed to the NBA’s efforts to promote diversity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366246Wed, 13 May 2026 10:22:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fire broke out in a men’s dormitory at Tunghai University, with an air-conditioning outdoor unit suspected as the source. The fire had already been extinguished when firefighters arrived, and no one was injured. The incident highlights the importance of fire safety, particularly in student dormitories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366254Wed, 13 May 2026 10:19:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA法務部調査局は、SNSで「ハンタウイルスはBNTワクチンの副反応」という虚偽情報を拡散した王容疑者を送検しました。この情報は、国民の新型コロナワクチンへの疑念やハンタウイルス感染への不安を引き起こしたため、当局は事実確認の重要性を強調しています。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366244Wed, 13 May 2026 10:17:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA series of allegations of academic paper fraud have emerged at several universities in China. A prominent blogger known as “Geng Tongxue” accused senior academics at leading universities of misconduct, prompting Shanghai University and others to launch investigations. The actions signal a “zero-tolerance” stance toward misconduct in Chinese academia. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366245Wed, 13 May 2026 10:16:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAhead of a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Swiss media are focusing on Taiwan’s security and the direction of U.S. policy toward China. A former U.S. Defense Department official said Trump is expected to maintain his support for Taiwan’s right to self-determination. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366252Wed, 13 May 2026 10:16:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe U.K. defense secretary announced plans to deploy military resources in the Strait of Hormuz, including autonomous mine-hunting and advanced counter-drone systems, Typhoon fighter jets and a destroyer, and to commit 115 million pounds to restore stability to international commercial shipping through the strait. The operation will follow a “defensive” principle. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366248https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366248Wed, 13 May 2026 10:10:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA鴻海研究院 and French quantum computing company Quobly jointly unveiled an open-source numerical toolbox for designing quantum phase estimation (QPE) algorithms. It will help researchers better understand the requirements of quantum applications and accelerate the practical realization of fault-tolerant quantum computing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366249Wed, 13 May 2026 10:03:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn May 13, the Taiwan dollar opened at 31.51 per US dollar in Taipei's foreign exchange market, down 3 fen. This is an important indicator of exchange-rate trends in Taiwan's economy and is noteworthy for importers, exporters and investors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366250Wed, 13 May 2026 10:03:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei stocks opened down 102.4 points today, with the TAIEX at 41795.92 points and trading value of NT$12.877 billion, indicating a lower market after the opening. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365819Wed, 13 May 2026 09:56:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJiang Zhenwei, executive director of Taiwan's Drone Diplomacy Task Force, said at XPONENTIAL 2026 that Taiwan is using its drone production capacity in diplomacy. He said Taiwan is promoting talent development and cybersecurity certification in cooperation with the United States, and emphasized the advantages of a non-red supply chain. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365818Wed, 13 May 2026 09:55:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan International Drone Academy signed a letter of intent to cooperate with the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) at XPONENTIAL 2026. The agreement will promote drone workforce development, international certification and technical standardization, while underscoring the importance of a non-red supply chain. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365816Wed, 13 May 2026 09:50:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Trump-Xi meeting was held, with analysts saying the situation in Iran is giving Beijing more bargaining leverage. The United States needs China's cooperation to resolve the Iran issue, raising the possibility that Trump may make concessions on other issues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365817Wed, 13 May 2026 09:46:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's representative to Malaysia, Lien Yu-ping, said Taiwan hopes to become an important partner in Malaysia's AI-driven digital transformation by drawing on its advantages in advanced chips and the semiconductor supply chain. She called for stronger Taiwan-Malaysia cooperation and a review of the investment protection agreement. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365768Wed, 13 May 2026 09:26:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGreenland Prime Minister Nielsen said negotiations are under way on expanding the US military presence, and that the United States has not abandoned its intention to acquire or control Greenland. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365772Wed, 13 May 2026 09:25:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMSCI announced the results of its semiannual index review, adding 旺矽 to the Taiwan Global Standard Index and removing 7 stocks, including 亞泥. The Global Small Cap Index added 15 stocks, including 亞泥, and removed 12, including 台康生技. The changes take effect on May 29. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365769Wed, 13 May 2026 09:23:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWeather expert Wu Der-rong said Taiwan is expected to experience heavy rain for 3 days from today due to the Meiyu front. He forecast afternoon thunderstorms from the 16th to the 18th, followed by stable, sunny weather and summerlike heat from the 19th. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365770Wed, 13 May 2026 09:22:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS inflation concerns and tensions in the Middle East dragged down US stocks, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index falling more than 3%. Taiwan's stock market was also affected at the open; a decline in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) American depositary receipts sent Taiex futures sharply lower. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365773Wed, 13 May 2026 09:21:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAhead of the Trump-Xi summit, media outlets and experts in the Middle East have voiced growing concern that Taiwan could become a bargaining chip between the United States and China, or that China could exploit the situation in the Middle East to pressure Washington into making concessions on Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365774Wed, 13 May 2026 09:21:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn employee surnamed Jiang at listed company 欣技資訊 and a manager surnamed Xu at 宜特科技 allegedly conspired to inflate claims for electronic equipment inspection costs using fake receipts, gaining tens of millions of Taiwan dollars in illicit profits. They were released on bail of NT$3 million and NT$1 million, respectively, and barred from leaving the country. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365771Wed, 13 May 2026 09:18:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA金門防衛指揮部 held the Taivu Exercise before dawn today, conducting live-fire drills simulating an enemy invasion. The exercise used tanks and missiles to establish a firepower network to prevent and destroy an enemy landing, with the aim of strengthening troop readiness and building deterrence. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365672Wed, 13 May 2026 08:53:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump-Xi meeting to discuss arms sales to Taiwan; 台積電 raises dividend to NT$7 and approves US$31.2 billion in capital spending; 台中銀行 fined NT$32 million over anti-money laundering shortcomings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365674https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365674Wed, 13 May 2026 08:51:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAXPONENTIAL 2026, an international drone systems exhibition, is being held in Detroit, with more than 20 companies from Taiwan showcasing their latest drone technologies and products. They are actively seeking international orders and cooperation opportunities in markets outside China. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365673https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365673Wed, 13 May 2026 08:50:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA米エネルギー情報署（EIA）は、ホルムズ海峡の閉鎖が5月下旬まで続き、6月以降も原油供給の完全回復に時間がかかるとの仮定に基づき、米国のガソリン価格予測を上方修正した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365675Wed, 13 May 2026 08:46:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan President Lai Ching-te delivered a video address at the Copenhagen Democracy Summit, stressing that Taiwan can contribute to global peace and stability and to democratic supply chains in the semiconductor and AI industries. A Danish pro-Taiwan group praised the address for clearly highlighting the threat from China. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366636Wed, 13 May 2026 11:21:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示N/A (Article content is missing. Expected: 2-3 sentences summarizing the event, who, and why it's important.) https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366635Wed, 13 May 2026 11:06:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示N/A (Article content is missing. Expected: 2-3 sentences summarizing the event, who, and why it's important.) https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n366255Wed, 13 May 2026 10:13:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社あさひ filed its securities report for the 51st fiscal year. Covering the accounting period from 2025/02/21 to 2026/02/20, the report discloses the company's financial condition and business results. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365784Wed, 13 May 2026 09:20:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社西松屋チェーン filed its securities report for the 70th fiscal year. The report provides detailed disclosure of the company's business conditions and financial results for the fiscal year from 2025/02/21 to 2026/02/20, serving as an important source of information for shareholders and market participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365783Wed, 13 May 2026 09:13:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Invesco Asset Management filed its securities report for the 4th fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/02/18 to 2026/02/16, serving as an important source of information for investors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365782Wed, 13 May 2026 09:11:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Daiwa Asset Management filed its securities report for the 36th fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/08/21 to 2026/02/20, serving as an important source of information for investors and market participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365781Wed, 13 May 2026 09:06:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Daiwa Asset Management filed its securities report for the 1st fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/12/09 to 2026/02/20, serving as an important source of information for investors and market participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365780Wed, 13 May 2026 09:04:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Palemo Holdings filed its securities report for the 41st fiscal year. The report provides detailed disclosure of the company's business conditions and financial results for the fiscal year from 2025/02/21 to 2026/02/20, serving as an important source of information for shareholders and market participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365779Wed, 13 May 2026 09:03:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Invesco Asset Management filed its securities report for the 21st fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/08/16 to 2026/02/16, serving as an important source of information for investors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365778Wed, 13 May 2026 09:02:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management filed its securities report for the 36th fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/08/15 to 2026/02/16, serving as an important source of information for investors and market participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365777Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management filed its securities report for the 38th fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/08/16 to 2026/02/16, serving as an important source of information for investors and market participants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365776Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Fidelity Investments filed its securities report for the 8th fiscal year (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts). The report provides detailed disclosure of financial conditions and investment performance from 2025/02/18 to 2026/02/16, serving as an important source of information for investors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260513-09/index-en-p10.html#n365775Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Daiwa Asset Management submitted the securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) for the 41st period. It provides detailed disclosure of the financial condition and operating performance from August 21, 2025, to February 20, 2026, and serves as an important source of information for investors and market participants.