AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-14 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 6 of 10https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 909 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.en [Free, no login required] Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. UPDF enhances its AI-powered online PDF conversion pagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376793Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 小野デジタルヘルス announces completion of an additional investment in 株式会社Rehab for JAPANhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376792Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES From choosing a watch to making one: UNDONE × コントワーヌ to hold an experiential watch customization event in Shibuya, Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376791Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Addressing the growing number of sexual health concerns encountered at marriage counseling agencies and eliminating the psychological barrier to visiting a clinic. Women's Medical Clinic LUNA and essayist YUZUKA release a YouTube collaboration to help women dealing with unconsummated marriages and painful intercourse!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376790Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The “二條実穂 Dream Power Project 2026” will bring Paralympians to children to share the power of dreamshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376789Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Member Recruitment] Auditions to be held for members of men’s performance group “SIDVEL (provisional)”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376788Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社2L announces auditions for members of a new five-member male performance group, “SIDVEL (provisional),” with award-winning director Mizuki Ishida as producer. Saga-based Serita Construction and 菓心まるいち launch this year’s heatstroke-prevention food for workers on site: “餡 MMu (あんむー) salted strained bean paste”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376787Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [More than 1 million views] Interest continues in the video featuring mist-type supplement “IN MIST” on “通販の虎”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376786Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fukuoka-based platform “アスリープラス,” supporting families raising children with disabilities, wins the Best Child-Rearing System Award in the Promising New System categoryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376785Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukuoka’s “アスリープラス” wins Japan’s Child-Rearing System Award in the Promising New System category. Combining a digital platform with in-person facilities, it effectively supports families of children with severe disabilities and children requiring medical care. [Specified Skilled Worker × Foreign Drivers] May 20 (Wed.): In-depth explanation of the specified skilled worker system! “13th Online Seminar on Recruiting Foreign Drivers” / 外国人ドライバードットコムhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376784Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES阿茲員工株式会社 will hold its 13th online seminar on May 20, explaining the specified skilled worker system for recruiting foreign truck drivers. Announcement of the launch of the DJ-TX32 and DJ-RX32 small-power radio guide systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376783Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Family funeral hall “出雲殿互助会の家族葬 細島” opens and holds a commemorative eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376782Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Announcement of the launch of the card-sized DJ-PX32 transceiverhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376781Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hospital core systems provider Henry raises a total of ¥3 billion in a Series C roundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376780Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES開發醫院雲端電子病歷系統的 Henry 於 C 輪融資籌集 30 億日圓，將用於擴展中型醫院市場、開發 AI 功能及擴充 BPO 服務。 Announcement of the publication of “The Technology of Making IT Strategy a Weapon: A Practical Approach to Rescuing Digital Transformation Departments That Have Lost Their Way” (on sale May 15)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376779Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES ZIPCARE named a finalist for one of Asia’s largest international awards in care!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376778Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Newton Works to exhibit at “Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 YOKOHAMA”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376777Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The neural foundations of clinical organizational science (COS): Neural Base Design, habit formation, trust-building and bodily awarenesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376776Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fast-growing U.S.-born league “MiLP” comes to Japan for the first time; Pickleball Japan secures exclusive license and prepares to launch national leaguehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376775Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Nursing DX Award selects companies to take the stage at pitch competition! Tickets for general admission and voting now on sale for online event shaping the future of healthcarehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376774Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Japanese Male Nurses Association announces the finalists for the “Nursing DX Grand Prize” online presentation event and opens ticket sales. Nakanishi Seisakusho to unveil noodle-boiling, measuring and serving robot that cuts labor by 75% at FOOMA 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376773Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Moving pricing strategy in the age of inflation from “experience and intuition” to “science” [Corporate Direction (CDI)]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376772Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCDI and EDI launch a “scientific pricing support” service, using economics and data analysis to help companies navigate pricing strategies in an era of inflation. [Nico Nico Rent-a-Car] Announces results of the 15th “Nico Nico Senryu Contest”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376771Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESNico Nico Rent-a-Car announces the winners of the 15th “Nico Nico Senryu Contest,” themed around AI and the digital age, with 8 outstanding works selected. Responding to demand for events amid scorching heat: “Novelty Summer Campaign 2026! Event Support 5% OFF Campaign” launches | Hansoku Hanakohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376770Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESChance Maker’s “Promotional Hanako” launches a campaign offering 5% off summer event merchandise. Develops “AI 磐田市 Mayor Bot” in collaboration with 磐田市 — announced alongside the formulation of the 磐田市 AX Vision 2030 —https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376769Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSDT and 磐田市 collaborate to develop an “AI 磐田市 mayor bot” that assists municipal decision-making using the mayor’s way of thinking and advances the AX vision. 株式会社日商 | Rolls out AI-powered safe driving management platform “Nauto” company-widehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376768Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLogistics company Nissho rolls out the AI-powered safety management platform “Nauto,” provided by Nauto Japan, company-wide. Predictive AI helps prevent dangerous driving in real time and advances proactive safety management. British oral care brand “EUTHYMOL” to open pop-up store “THE PURPLE GLOW MAISON” in Harajukuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376767Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGinza Stephanie Cosmetics holds a pop-up for British oral care brand EUTHYMOL at Harajuku Tokyu Plaza and launches new products. First individual brand sponsorship! Volleyball apparel brand “MILEGRA” signs supplier agreement with player Hiroto Nishiyama of 大阪ブルテオンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376766Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Kingston expands its high-performance product portfolio for the latest workloads and enterprise applicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376765Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Two Osaka bike-share brands to be integrated under “HUBchari” starting April 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376764Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [New tea season] Limited-time sweets fair featuring rare Chiran tea from Kagoshima to launch May 16 at 5 Osaka locations of “Shokudo Cafe potto”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376763Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Studio apartment investment survey] More than 80% say their current finances are “on target,” yet more than half “regret” investing—why?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376762Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA Propally survey found that more than eight-tenths of studio apartment investors are meeting their financial targets, but more than half regret their investment due to concerns about future finances. A product made with “RINGO-TEX®” by Aomori-based startup appcycle wins the Bronze Award at Italy’s international “A' Design Award 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376761Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社シーティーエス launches joint proof of concept (PoC) with DSRアジアhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376760Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “SkyPeak LX” additional content: New program launches for registered training organizations and registered refresher training organizationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376759Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Experiential capsule toy “GTCHA X” has been introduced at major U.S. curry chain “CoCo Ichibanya USA” through its U.S. partner, I. Fujita International, Inc.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376758Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【NEW OPEN・名駅】昭和7年創業の老舗鰻卸問屋が手がける「うなぎ四代目菊川」。名古屋本店「奥見世」を2026年6月5日（金）開業。こだわりの「うなぎしゃぶしゃぶ」が楽しめるコースも登場。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376757Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Yat Siu: “I already have 200 AI agents, and 1,000 by year-end”—proposes “Web4” at T4IS2026, sees major opportunity for Japanese IPhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376756Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Crisp, chewy and soft. A new taste of early summer: fragrant brûlée fresh bagel × refreshing homemade lemon cream.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376755Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A total of 8,174 stores nationwide are taking part! Beat the heat with a cool break at drugstores! “Enjoy the Hot Summer! Take a Cool Break Campaign” starts Thursday, May 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376754Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “PartnerProp” is the only “Leader” in the agency management system category at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Springhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376753Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Blockchain Lock launches “UnlockOS,” a browser app designed to maximize facility operating revenue. Its first release is a pay-per-use billing feature.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376752Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “LENZ,” a real estate investment brand focused on future value, to exhibit at “Asset Management EXPO Summer”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376751Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 83% repeat customer rate in the Toyama area. What is the “eye-area analysis design for adults” practiced by “eyedeal BEAUTY LABORATORY,” which has earned support across the prefecture?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376750Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESeyedeal BEAUTY LABORATORY offers “less-is-more design” eye beauty services for women aged 30-40, achieving a high repeat customer rate of 83% in the Toyama area. LINE marketing tool “L Step” begins integration with hyperautomation tool “Yoom”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376749Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Japan-made AI character chat game “Oz Chat” surpasses 200,000 total players and 45 million round-trip chats. Expands support for official AI character chats and AITuber creation authorized by rights holdershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376748Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapanese AI character chat game “Oz Chat” surpasses 200,000 players; Trippy to expand support for rights-holder-authorized official AI characters and AITuber services. “Otolio” launches automatic registration of Salesforce sales meeting noteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376747Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “FAST Financial Accounting” to be introduced in Nakatsu City; development begins in a Google Cloud environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376746Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Planning and production of “She is Legend” solo concert merchandise | Capturing the world of “Watching The Perfect Star” [株式会社トランス]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376745Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Starting May 14] “RATTORIA, À LA CARTE!” event featuring tableware for a seaside restaurant experience to be held at BASIC AND ACCENT locations nationwide.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376744Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Running on instinct” is a recipe for disaster in food e-commerce… Free release of a lean KPI template for tracking sales, CVR and repeat purchase rates every month!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376743Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Elephant Stone releases new branding film featuring music by Cornelius. The film, created with participation from all employees, uses the methodology of its flagship service “ROOT”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376742Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark its 15th anniversary, Elephant Stone releases a new brand film created with the participation of all employees and featuring music by renowned musician Cornelius. “toypo” surpasses 2 million cumulative users! New business development to build on its rapidly expanding behavioral data platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376741Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESToypo 的行為數據平台「toypo」累計用戶數於 2026 年 4 月突破 200 萬大關。 Maindia × ライオン株式会社 deliver an end-to-end process, from insight discovery to concept development, through a “human × AI hybrid”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376740Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMinedia and Lion Corporation partner to use “human × AI hybrid” technology to create a fast, end-to-end process from uncovering consumer insights to validating product concepts. FUNDROP Fund No. 35 concludes its operating period, completing repayment and distribution at the initially projected yield of 5.5%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376739Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Because we are different, there are sounds we can make—AI creative platform PixAI releases a special-edition music video for “凸凹MUSIC DAYS” by yozuca* and Katsuhiko Kurosuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376738Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMetanomaly’s AI creative platform PixAI releases a special-edition music video for its spring campaign theme song and introduces new features, including an AI image editing model. In response to growing heatstroke prevention needs, launches “KURO-Q,” a heatstroke prevention system using WBGThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376737Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPC Phase launches “KURO-Q,” a cloud-based heatstroke prevention system based on the WBGT index, featuring high-precision sensors and real-time alert logging; it has been adopted at after-school childcare facilities. Notice of exhibiting at the IFCAA 2026 NAGOYA International Fire and Disaster Prevention Exhibitionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376736Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Shark® ChillPill Personal Cooling Fan,” which raised over 110 million yen in crowdfunding, set for general release!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376735Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Over 100 applicants] MagicSuccess opens recruitment for the 4th and 5th cohorts of “Practical CS Training”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376734Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社UPDATA announced that cumulative enrollment in its “Practical CS Training” program, designed for SaaS companies, has surpassed 100 people and that applications are open for the 4th and 5th cohorts. It will also hold a free webinar on “The Customer Lifecycle in the AI Era” on June 2. [New product] Digitizing paper label operations in logistics and manufacturing. Launch of a battery-free “visible RFID” Smart Tag with a large 3.7-inch screenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376733Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Amanek Beppu to host a hotel work-experience program over summer vacation where children “learn while traveling” | Hospitality training in English also planned in anticipation of inbound demandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376732Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “女子高生ラボ,” a marketing group that brings the authentic voices of Gen Z to companies, appoints exclusive egg model Serina Sato as its 2nd ambassador!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376731Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Subsidy update for small businesses considering machinery replacement—a subsidy covering a 1/3 out-of-pocket share is now open for applicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376730Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “TOYOSU STREET PARK FES,” an urban street festival celebrating LaLaport Toyosu’s 20th anniversary, draws 28,666 visitors over 5 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376729Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [First along the Tokyu lines] The surprise of “freshly baked despite being frozen.” Kobeya, founded 108 years ago, brings its smart bakery concept to Futako-Tamagawa, opening Thursday, May 21https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376728Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Manhattan Associates named a Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for WMS for the 18th consecutive timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376727Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【日本最大級】創業・成長期スタートアップ/起業家の祭典！ROCKET PITCH NIGHT TOKYO : Bloom 2026 は大盛況のうちに終了！6組の登壇者がAwardを受賞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376726Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Applications open for the 18th Kiraboshi Top School, a training program for the next generation of small and medium-sized business leaders!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376725Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES For summer gifts and Oseibo. Kamakurayama, the renowned roast beef restaurant, is offering free nationwide shipping through August 15 on its long-selling “Kamakura Dayori Hamburger Steak Assortment of 3 Types”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376724Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Altius Link adopts AI role-play tool “amptalk coach” for new-hire training at its BPO operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376723Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “アイスは別腹” to hold a limited-time matcha fair at each location!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376722Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES AI recruitment platform “AUTOHUNT” launches an “SNS-integrated talent pool feature” to maintain ongoing connections with candidateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376721Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESXAION DATA announced the launch of an “SNS-integrated talent pool feature” for its AI recruitment platform “AUTOHUNT,” helping companies combine past candidate records with social media data to maintain recruitment contact over the medium to long term. Kong joins the nonprofit organization Financial IT Association (FITA)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376720Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Is the idea that “young people are no fun to hang out with” outdated? 80% of Gen Z sales professionals are “positive” about work-related socializing such as drinks and golfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376719Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSALES GO 調查顯示，8成Z世代業務對高爾夫或飲酒應酬持正面態度，而50代則多認為應酬是浪費時間。 Sponsors the GO CUP 2026, one of the world’s largest junior soccer tournaments, held in Brazil. Japan’s team achieves the remarkable feat of reaching the Gold League for the first time in its history!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376718Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fostering parent-child conversation and enriching communication! Release of “ことたね,” an AI game app supervised by a speech-language-hearing therapisthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376717Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn May 14, 2026, BBMedia released “ことたね,” an AI game app supervised by a speech-language-hearing therapist that aims to encourage parent-child communication through games featuring AI-generated images. Boomi and ServiceNow announce a partnership to advance data utilization across enterpriseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376716Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES BAUM launches hand wash and room spray in its HINOKI FOREST fragrance as signature scents.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376715Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Discussing the front lines of local government digital transformation with the deputy mayor of 足立区—speaking at the 5th Local Government Summithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376714Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Pure gold giveaway campaign! Everyone has a chance to win a “pure gold cassette” recreating the cassette for “Route 16 Turbo”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376713Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Cosmedy Pharmaceutical founder Fumio Kamiyama receives the Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376712Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Flora selected for Kyoto Sangyo 21’s “Reiwa 7 Fiscal Year Kyoto Economic Gardening Support Enhancement Program”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376711Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFlora receives support from Kyoto Sangyo 21 to use integrated wearable device and LINE data to analyze female athletes’ physiological and biological data. “Suguraku,” a Word add-in with free basic features, launches an “Internal Regulations Revision Feature Set”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376710Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn May 14, 2026, FRAIM Corporation launched the “Internal Regulations Revision Feature Set” for its Word add-in “Suguraku,” automating 四 cumbersome processes. Nippon Kodo launches “Kemuri Lab,” a new brand focused on the value of incense smoke; first release is “Hyotenko,” menthol-infused incense, on May 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376709Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Event report] More than 4,200 visitors came to Kamakura Arts Center during Golden Week! “What If You Walked Through the World of Dementia?” exhibition held in 鎌倉市.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376708Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “What If You Walked Through the World of Dementia?” exhibition organized by NPO issue+design in 鎌倉市 attracted more than 4,200 visitors, and 98% of participants changed their perceptions of dementia. From “Gakuen Idolmaster,” Temari Tsukimura becomes a 1/7-scale figure in the Re;IRIS Ver.!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376707Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapanese figure maker Design COCO announced a 1/7-scale Re;IRIS version figure of Temari Tsukimura from “Gakuen Idolmaster,” with preorders open starting today. [Long-awaited 3rd Ginza location] The impact of “freshly baked despite being frozen.” the SILK Ginza Sakura-dori, a women-only personal machine Pilates studio, opens Friday, May 15 | Offering personal machine Pilates in a refined spacehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376706Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWomen-only machine Pilates studio “the SILK” will open its 3rd Ginza location on May 15, 2026, offering private training space and trial promotions. Enjoy freshly made sparkling water from the world’s No. 1 sparkling water brand in just 5 seconds! We’re confident you’ll love it, so we offer a full refund guarantee if you’re not satisfied. SodaStream announces its “Satisfaction Guarantee Campaign”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376705Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Understated elegance in a single piece. The world’s finest cotton, made light enough for summer. カナダグース introduces “MADE IN JAPAN” T-shirtshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376704Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES HIA brand launches “Belle,” a high-back floor chair with lumbar support that has received a utility model registrationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376703Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hyperautomation tool “Yoom” launches API integration with LINE marketing tool “L Step”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376702Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A time when inflation is widening the gap in recruitment and retention | Seminar for HR and back-office professionalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376701Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKort Valuta will hold a personnel management seminar on May 27, 2026, exploring how welfare strategies can improve employee retention in an era of high prices. PingCAP sponsors “AI Engineering Summit Tokyo 2026,” an event to be held in June.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376700Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES British baby brand Joie Signature to launch new series “elipto™” and “i-Harbour™” exclusively at Akachan Honpo from Friday, May 29.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376699Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [小野建株式会社] 小野剛, the company’s representative director and president, to present individual awards at the final game of the ライジングゼファーフクオカ 2025–26 season.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376698Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [BAMBI WATER] Seamless bra top that sold out immediately last year gets an upgrade! Relaunching with “long-lasting cooling” technology!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376697Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Free online seminar on Wednesday, May 27] Why AI adoption is not progressing and how to make it take hold on the front lineshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376696Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES HERP AI Recruiter launches “AI Hiring Requirements Suggestions” as the second installment of its new feature releases.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376695Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 株式会社セラク introduces next-generation AI code editor Cursor Enterprise across the company.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260514-09/index-en-p6.html#n376694Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES