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A romance scam group using AI voice-changing technology has been busted. Taipei prosecutors sought detention for 4 people, including a married couple, and released 14 others on bail with restrictions. The group allegedly defrauded victims of high-value goods through dating apps, with total losses estimated at several million yuan.
Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang expressed his “displeasure” after a city councilor criticized the city’s NT$50 million budget proposal for sightseeing buses and said Hsieh’s term “may be his last year.” Hsieh said he would work to continue answering questions next year and described the buses as tourism infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Taipei’s Department of Health found a pinhole camera used for covert filming at the 愛爾麗 Da’an branch beauty clinic and confirmed signs of removal at other locations. The city is continuing large-scale joint inspections of medical aesthetics facilities.
Companies mentioned：愛爾麗、光澤診所
Hsu Tien-tsai, chairman of the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research, proposed a “new international cooperationism” in which Taiwan, Japan and South Korea “evolve together” through AI and green innovation to address geopolitical challenges, industrial competition and the digital divide. He made the proposal at an international forum supporting small and medium-sized businesses in their digital and sustainability transitions.
Companies mentioned：財団法人商業発展研究院 (商研院)、韓国産業経済と貿易研究所 (KIET)、日本観光情報流通機構 (JTREC)、新光三越、東訊股份有限公司
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is coordinating visits to the UK and Italy ahead of the G7 leaders’ summit, to be held in France from June 15 to 17. She is expected to meet UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss security, economic cooperation, joint development of next-generation fighter aircraft and strengthening critical-mineral supply chains.
Original中国国民党主席の鄭麗文氏が日台関係に関する発言で、陸委会から「国際社会に誤解を与える」と批判されました。特に、川普氏が「反台独」の立場を表明することが国民党の立場と一致するとした点が問題視されています。
Companies mentioned：中国国民党、大陸委員会（陸委会）
UK health authorities announced that 22 passengers evacuated from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship Hondius and quarantined in the UK can begin home isolation today. They include 20 Britons, 1 German resident of the UK and 1 Japanese passenger. Support will be provided after each person’s health has been individually assessed.
Original今彩539の第115117期抽籤結果が発表され、1注の当選者が頭等賞800万台湾ドルを獲得した。貳等賞は231注が当選し、各2万台湾ドルが授与された。
Companies mentioned：台彩公司、中央社
OriginalメモリコントローラICメーカーの群聯は、4月の親会社帰属純利益が76.4億台湾ドルに達し、昨年の年間利益の8割を超え、1株当たり利益は34.56台湾ドルとなりました。
Companies mentioned：群聯
中職’s 樂天桃猿隊 won 3-1, capitalizing on a strong outing by pitcher 魔爾曼 and errors by 台鋼雄鷹隊. 台鋼雄鷹隊 starter 黃子鵬 pitched well but took the loss after his teammates’ errors.
Companies mentioned：樂天桃猿隊、台鋼雄鷹隊
統一7-ELEVEn獅 beat 味全龍 2-1 to become the first team in Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) history to reach 2,000 wins. Manager Lin Yueh-ping celebrated the historic victory and said he hoped the team would reach even greater heights.
Companies mentioned：統一7-ELEVEn獅、味全龍、中信兄弟、統一企業
Nonpartisan legislator Kao Chin Su-mei, summoned for the 3rd time over 3 alleged offenses, including the misappropriation of assistant expenses, said she would “face the situation bravely.” Her assistant has been detained for allegedly playing a leading role.
Original南寶樹脂は第1四半期に大幅な増益を達成し、1株当たり利益は6.55元でした。同社は、半導体特殊化学品分野への事業拡大を加速させる計画です。既存の靴材事業も好調に推移しています。
Prominent Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh was temporarily released on bail. She was arrested on April 1, in what is seen as part of Iran’s intensifying crackdown on civil society as it deepens its confrontation with Israel and the United States.
Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社
Kenyan distance runner Sabastian Sawe, the world-record holder after becoming the first person to complete a marathon in under 2 hours, will compete in this year’s Berlin Marathon in September. He also won the event last year and is aiming to improve his own record.
Taiwanese badminton player Chou Tien-chen defeated a Danish opponent in the first round of the BWF Thailand Open men’s singles to advance to the 2nd round. The mixed doubles pair of Yeh Hung-wei and Chan Yu-chen also won their opening match.
Data from the US Labor Department showed that the Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 6.0% year on year in April, hitting its highest level in more than 3 years as the Iran war drove up energy costs. The index rose 1.4% month on month, far exceeding market expectations and marking its largest monthly increase since March 2022. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) also rose 3.8%, indicating continued inflationary pressure.
Companies mentioned：米国労働省労働統計局
Original中東衝突による燃料価格高騰と空域制限を受け、インド航空が6月から8月にかけて一部国際線の減便・運休を発表しました。
Companies mentioned：インド航空
The Lithuanian government is considering sending up to 40 military and civilian defense personnel to a US-led operation to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. The foreign minister stressed that this would be a “concrete operational contribution, not a symbolic one.” Pending parliamentary approval, Lithuania would provide mine-clearance experts, staff officers and logistical support, demonstrating its commitment to its responsibilities in the international security system.
Companies mentioned：米国務院、立陶宛國家廣播電視台（LRT）
Original半導体検査装置メーカーの旺矽(MPI Corporation)が第1四半期決算を発表。AI・HPC向け需要が追い風となり、利益は過去最高を記録、1株当たり利益は12.53元に達した。好調を受け台湾での生産能力増強を継続する。
Companies mentioned：旺矽 (MPI Corporation)
Fubon Financial and E.SUN Financial Holding announced that each would contribute US$25 million to the “US Investment Financing Guarantee Mechanism” promoted by Taiwan’s National Development Council. The mechanism aims to support corporate investment in the United States and promote supply-chain cooperation between Taiwan and the US.
Companies mentioned：富邦金 (Fubon Financial)、玉山金 (E.SUN Financial)、玉山銀 (E.SUN Bank)、富邦銀 (Fubon Bank)、國發會 (National Development Council)
Finnish President Alexander Stubb said the time had come for dialogue with Russia. Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen also suggested that Russia may be beginning to show interest in genuine peace talks, as momentum for dialogue builds within the EU.
An unknown liquid was found in a female student’s water bottle at Fu Jen Catholic University in New Taipei City. After investigating, police identified a man in his 30s from surveillance footage and plan to ask him to report to them. Bodily fluids were detected in the liquid.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a leadership crisis within the Labour Party. After a major defeat in local elections, Health Secretary Wes Streeting was reported to be preparing to resign and challenge for the party leadership, deepening divisions within the party.
Companies mentioned：工黨 (Labour Party)
LOTES VIET NAM COMPANY LIMITED, the Vietnamese subsidiary of Taiwan’s LOTES Co., Ltd., plans to acquire 32,000 square meters of land for US$9.6 million and build a factory and dormitory. The move is part of the company’s New Southbound Policy efforts to expand its business in Southeast Asia.
Companies mentioned：LOTES VIET NAM COMPANY LIMITED、Green I-PARK CORP.
US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on a state visit. China extended an unusually warm welcome, with Vice President Han Zheng greeting him, and highlighted the importance of leader-level diplomacy in providing strategic direction for US-China relations.
According to a report by Taiwan’s Intellectual Property Office under the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwanese manufacturers are strong in patent filings as cooling technology for data centers becomes increasingly important amid AI demand. Inventec, Hon Hai and Quanta ranked among the world’s top 20, making 3 companies in total.
Companies mentioned：英業達 (Inventec)、鴻海科技 (Hon Hai Technology)、廣達電腦 (Quanta Computer)
Conrad Tao, the 2015 silver medalist at the International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition, will give a recital in Taiwan. A dual-degree graduate of Harvard University’s English department and the New England Conservatory, he combines humanistic learning with musical technique and has attracted international attention.
Companies mentioned：鵬博藝術
Original台湾大哥大（Taiwan Mobile）の第1四半期EPS（1株当たり利益）が1.37元となり、台湾の通信業界でトップとなった。モバイル、法人、新技術の3事業がそれぞれ好調で、成長を牽引した。
Companies mentioned：台灣大哥大 (Taiwan Mobile)
Original和泰車は第1四半期の連結売上高が713.31億台湾ドル、純利益が44.29億台湾ドルで、前年同期比11.4%増の1株当たり7.95台湾ドルを計上したと発表しました。本業の自動車販売は減少しましたが、和泰産險の投資収益増加が利益成長の主要因です。また、同社は上限17億日本円の株式投資を承認しました。
Companies mentioned：和泰産險 (Hotai Insurance)、TOYOTA、LEXUS
The France-Taiwan Association held a special screening of the Taiwanese film A Foggy Tale in Paris. French audiences and prominent sinologist Hou Chih-ming demonstrated a deep understanding of Taiwan’s White Terror era and its path to democratization.
Companies mentioned：法國台灣協會 (France-Taiwan Association)
Original台湾の宝くじ「今彩539」の第115117期抽選結果が発表されました。中獎號碼は23、07、02、06、09でした。また、3星彩は190、4星彩は2982が中獎號碼となりました。実際の当選番号は台湾彩券の発表をご確認ください。
Companies mentioned：台彩 (Taiwan Lottery)
Spanish government documents revealed that the Russian cargo ship Ursa Major, which sank in the Mediterranean in 2024, may have been carrying nuclear reactor components for submarines. The captain testified after being rescued, while Russia has claimed the incident was caused by a “terrorist attack.”
Companies mentioned：防衛物流 (Oboronlogistika)
Chang Yi-hua, head of Yuanshan Township in Yilan County, and a former village chief were arrested and detained on suspicion of embezzling funds intended to assist an acting village chief with administrative duties. The county plans to suspend Chang under the Local Government Act.
Companies mentioned：員山鄉公所
Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) plans to submit a proposal for developing 6G frequency bands by the end of this year, as commercial 6G services are forecast to launch in 2030. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is scheduled to finalize 6G technical standards next year, and MODA is taking stock of existing frequency bands and consulting with current users.
Companies mentioned：國際電信聯盟 (ITU)、國家通訊傳播委員會 (NCC)
One passenger suspected of having norovirus died aboard Ambassador Cruise Line’s ship Ambition, docked in Bordeaux, France, and about 50 people reported symptoms. French authorities have ordered all more than 1,700 passengers and crew members aboard to quarantine and barred them from disembarking.
Companies mentioned：大使郵輪公司 (Ambassador Cruise Line)
Original行政院會將討論並通過「能源管理法」部分條文修正草案，明確將「再生能源」與「熱能」納入能源範疇，並透過公開能源銷售統計資料、加重違法罰則等方式，強化能源需求面管理及提升能源效率。
Companies mentioned：經濟部、行政院
古秀妃, chairperson of the 客家委員会, visited Xishan Shengdi Temple and Yimin Temple in Miaoli County to inspect improvements to the temples under the Hakka Village Revitalization and Environmental Development Plan. She said new subsidy applications could not be accepted due to tight financial conditions, but pledged continued support and resources to protect and pass on Hakka beliefs.
Companies mentioned：客家委員会、苗栗市公所、苗栗縣政府
The UK think tank China Strategic Risks Institute (CSRI) has released a report on the risks that China’s extraterritorial legal warfare poses to Taiwanese people and businesses in various countries. It warns that Beijing’s “long-arm jurisdiction” could force UK companies to provide information related to Taiwanese people.
Companies mentioned：中國戰略風險研究所 (CSRI)
U.S. President Trump is set to visit Beijing and meet with President Xi Jinping to discuss Iran, trade and arms sales to Taiwan. The BBC reported that the visit comes at a crucial time, testing the delicate trade truce between the U.S. and China.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、Apple、Tesla、SpaceX、BlackRock、Meta、Micron、Blackstone、Mastercard、Visa、Citigroup、Goldman Sachs、GE Aerospace、Boeing、Cargill、Coherent、BBC News、CNN、CNBC
A fire broke out in a rooftop extension of an apartment building in Sanchong District, New Taipei City. One firefighter felt unwell and was taken to hospital. The fire was brought under control, and no one was trapped inside the building.
An Australian man is stranded in a cliffside cave in Donghe Township, Taitung County, as a Taitung Fire Department search team works to rescue him. He is conscious and alert, and is expected to be rescued on the 14th.
森崴能源, a subsidiary of 正崴集團, had negative net assets in its financial report, and all of its listed securities were placed under full cross-trading restrictions, the Taiwan Stock Exchange announced. The company will be delisted on June 23. The move follows major losses on an offshore wind power project run by the subsidiary.
Companies mentioned：正崴集團、富崴能源、台湾電力
The 中信兄弟隊 gave up 13 runs in the first inning against the Fubon Guardians, setting a team record for most runs allowed in an inning and tying the CPBL record for second-most. Starting pitcher Cheng Hao-chun allowed 9 runs in just 0.1 innings.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟隊、富邦悍將隊、俊國熊隊、味全龍隊、誠泰COBRAS、樂天桃猿隊
長榮航空 posted earnings per share of 1.53 yuan in the 1st quarter of 2026, its 2nd-highest quarterly result on record and its strongest 1st quarter. Passenger traffic was strong on Lunar New Year and spring travel demand, while cargo was driven by demand for AI servers and semiconductors.
東台精機 expects strong performance in the 2nd quarter, driven by AI applications and expansion of Thailand’s PCB industry, with strong orders for high-function equipment. The company posted a loss in the 1st quarter and also announced a change in management at a subsidiary.
Companies mentioned：亞太菁英、福特六和、江鈴汽車、鴻騰精密、東元電機
A candidate for Kaohsiung City council posted an election sign with racist content and an unauthorized use of the Democratic Progressive Party emblem. The party strongly condemned the sign and called for its immediate removal, saying it damaged Taiwan’s image.
Companies mentioned：民主進步黨、台灣民眾黨、中央社
Taiwan’s Agency of Rural Development and Soil and Water Conservation under the Ministry of Agriculture has identified outstanding rural products through its Rural Community Enterprise Management Support Program since 2016, selecting 534 high-quality products to date. The initiative aims to boost the rural economy and revitalize local communities.
Companies mentioned：德朱利斯國際食品有限公司、味榮食品工業股份有限公司、飛牛牧場、赤科山天心茶莊
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen proposed establishing a “D7” alliance of middle-power democracies at the Copenhagen Democracy Summit. He said Taiwan, as a mature democracy, would benefit from the initiative.
Companies mentioned：民主聯盟基金會
Taiwanese tire maker Cheng Shin Tire announced a cash capital increase of US$20 million for its Indonesian subsidiary. The move will bring its cumulative investment in Indonesia to US$220 million as it accelerates business expansion in Southeast Asia.
Companies mentioned：正新 (Cheng Shin Tire)、PT. Maxxis International Indonesia
After a magnitude-5.0 earthquake in Hualien, Taiwan Railways (TRA) ordered trains to run at reduced speeds between Xincheng and Fenglin and between Heren and Xincheng. Trains are operating at 30–60 km/h, depending on the earthquake’s intensity, as safety checks are carried out.
Companies mentioned：台鐵公司、交通部中央氣象署
Everlight announced a US$56.5 million cash capital increase for its Thai subsidiary, Everlight Electronics (Thailand) Co.,Ltd. The funds will be used to purchase land, build a factory and invest in equipment. The company also reported 1st-quarter revenue of NT$5.04 billion and net income of NT$403 million.
Companies mentioned：Everlight Electronics (Thailand) Co.,Ltd.
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council condemned China’s Taiwan Affairs Office for again criticizing Taiwan Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang and her relatives, saying Beijing was carrying out “cross-border repression” under the pretext of “punishing separatism.” The council said China aimed to silence Taiwanese people through unjust collective punishment and pressure on businesses.
Original桃園市は物価変動に対応し、給食の質を向上させるため、9月の新学期から小中学生の栄養ランチ補助金を1食あたり6元増額する。これにより、メニュー内容もアップグレードされる。
Companies mentioned：尊爵天際大飯店、舒苑飲食文化、川門子
Taiwan’s Fair Trade Commission has approved U.S. RF chipmaker Skyworks Solutions’ proposed acquisition of Qorvo. After reviewing the impact on Taiwan’s market, it concluded the deal was unlikely to substantially restrict competition.
Companies mentioned：Skyworks Solutions、Qorvo
Originalアソビシステム旗下偶像企劃「KAWAII LAB.」的新女團「MORE STAR」於5月13日搶先數位發行首張單曲主打歌〈WITH KAWAII論〉並公開MV。
Companies mentioned：アソビシステム株式会社
BS Asahi’s mountaineering show “Because the Mountain Is There” will hold a public recording event, “Sokoyama Festival,” on June 6 to mark its 200th broadcast. Regular cast members and musicians will gather, and the event will be aired as a special program on June 17.
Companies mentioned：JCTV
出張買取Hanamaru in Sendai, Miyagi, has partnered with SELUNO to strengthen in-home purchasing and removal services for pre-owned branded furniture purchased from Yunome Furniture, and is offering a minimum guarantee of 3,000 yen.
Companies mentioned：APEXIA合同会社、出張買取はなまる、ユノメ家具、SELUNO、カリモク家具、飛騨産業、パモウナ、綾野製作所、シモンズ
First fit Co., Ltd. has opened a new personal gym, THE PERSONAL GYM Hamamatsu, in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. It offers professional guidance at affordable prices, along with a new-life support campaign and corporate partnership plans.
Companies mentioned：First fit株式会社、ツエーゲン金沢
The 5-member dance boy band MADKID will tour Nagoya, Umeda and Shibuya in October 2026.
Companies mentioned：日本コロムビア株式会社、サンデーフォークプロモーション、キョードー関西、ディスクガレージ、Future Notes、バシットエンタテインメント
BOTANICO has built an integrated online and offline customer acquisition model for photography studios. Initiatives costing 50,000 yen per month raised metrics including customer visits to 240% of the previous year’s levels, demonstrating the model’s effectiveness.
Companies mentioned：BOTANICO、Instagram、Google
Four athletes from Jun Sports Hokkaido will compete in the 65th NHK Cup gymnastics competition. Balancing their sport with work, they are dual-career athletes aiming for the world stage from Japan’s highest level of competition.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アドレ、公益財団法人日本体操協会
On May 13, 2026, キヤノン released free firmware for 4 models: the full-frame mirrorless cameras “EOS R1” and “EOS R5 Mark II,” and the video-focused “EOS R50 V” and “PowerShot V1.” The update improves AF performance and usability during video recording, and adds features tailored to each model’s use cases.
Companies mentioned：キヤノン
キヤノン will launch 3 camera and lens accessories in late June 2026: the BR-E2 wireless remote controller, offering intuitive operation; the HG-200TBR, which supports 3 styles—grip, tripod and remote control; and the RF II lens dust cap for RF lenses, designed for improved fit. The accessories will help make still photography and video shooting more efficient and support a wide range of shooting situations.
Companies mentioned：キヤノン
Canon will launch the EOS R6 V mirrorless camera with a full-frame sensor and the RF20-50mm F4 L IS USM PZ standard zoom lens with built-in power zoom in late June 2026 for video creators in the social media era. The products combine high-quality video production with excellent operability, broadening creators’ expressive possibilities.
The T League has announced match start times for the ノジマ T League 2026-2027 season. The decision will allow fans and other attendees to make specific plans for watching matches and traveling to them.
Companies mentioned：ノジマ、T.T彩たま、木下マイスター東京、静岡ジェード、金沢ポート、岡山リベッツ、琉球アスティーダ、木下アビエル神奈川、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、京都カグヤライズ、日本生命レッドエルフ、日本ペイントマレッツ、九州カリーナ
The equity research platform ENVALITH has released an interview report on Matsui Securities’ full-year results for the fiscal year ended March 2026. The report highlights 3 points, including a strategy focused on active investors, and showcases the company’s distinctive analytical capabilities.
Companies mentioned：松井証券株式会社、Bloomberg、FactSet、Factiva、AlphaSense、Kabutan、IFIS、QUICK
A sales system for overseas brands aimed at professionals has launched a screening-based partner program for individuals. Participants can run shops from home, selling goods sourced through authorized channels without the risk of counterfeit products. The program targets gig workers and people seeking side jobs.
TOKYO MX will hold THE GARAGE, a live concert for the music program Resident of Room 70, at Spotify O-WEST on July 30, 2026.
Companies mentioned：東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、ぴあ株式会社、吉本興業株式会社
FIT-EASY’s Tokushima Daimatsu store, featuring AI-based health management and a variety of entertainment-oriented fitness facilities, celebrated its grand opening on May 13, 2026, and is offering a range of membership deals.
Companies mentioned：フィットイージー株式会社
Swiss luxury watchmaker Parmigiani Fleurier will hold a special event, ‘Crafted Through Time,’ in Tokyo on June 12, 2026, to mark its 30th anniversary. The event will celebrate the brand’s history and offer an advance look at new chronographs and other products.
Companies mentioned：1 Hotel Tokyo
LONGi’s anti-glare and lightweight solar panels have been certified by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government as ‘solar power generation systems with excellent functionality,’ making them eligible for additional subsidies.
Companies mentioned：LONGi Solar Technology株式会社、LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd.、インフォーマ社
Mixture electro unit Almi released its new song ‘Sherry blue’ digitally on May 13, 2026. The ambitious work was created entirely by the group, from songwriting and composition to cover art, and a music video was released the same day. The song showcases a new musical approach.
Original株式会社クリアストーンが、人気コスチュームシリーズ「リリパレ」の新作を発表。「チェリーメイド」と「アジサイメイド」の2種で、アイドルグループJamsCollectionのメンバーをモデルに起用し展開する。
Companies mentioned：JamsCollection
Eneco Co., Ltd. has launched a comprehensive advisory service for solar and battery installations that incorporates local government subsidies, in anticipation of increased subsidy funding for fiscal year 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社えねこ
Next-generation equity research platform ENVALITH has launched research coverage of 日鉄鉱業株式会社. The company achieved a 60.9% increase in interim operating profit and raised its full-year forecast, making analysis at this point important for investors.
Companies mentioned：日鉄鉱業株式会社、Bloomberg、FactSet、Factiva、AlphaSense、Kabutan、IFIS、QUICK
Eneco has launched a ‘direct-design energy support’ service for new homes, providing optimized solar and battery system designs directly, without going through a homebuilder.
Companies mentioned：株式会社えねこ
LINK SPIRITS has introduced the blue craft spirit NANAIRO 02Blue, made with Kikaijima brown sugar shochu as its base and featuring natural coloring and a sugar-free experience.
Companies mentioned：LINK SPIRITS株式会社、朝日酒造
Japanese perfume brand Kinkuma Perfume will exhibit at Beautyworld Japan Tokyo in May 2026, showcasing distinctive fragrances including the new MATCHA line and offering a fragrance-blending experience exclusive to the event.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ピノーレ、メッセフランクフルト ジャパン株式会社
株式会社えねこ has launched a dedicated Instagram account to answer consumers’ questions about complex subsidies and choosing solar power and battery equipment.
Companies mentioned：株式会社えねこ
Clothing design studio mergen has launched a new everyday-wear brand, めるげん//賢志, and will hold its first pop-up event near Inokashira Park starting May 22.
Companies mentioned：mergen株式会社、中田ベーカリー