AI News 180m Report

2026-05-14 09:00–12:00 JST

941 received, 941 listed, 3 sources ・ Page 9 of 10

One 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.

Japan | PR TIMES (continued)（889）

New training course “kintone Integration: Smart at AI in Practice,” developed in collaboration with 株式会社MOVED, launches on 5/22 (Fri.)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

M-SOLUTIONS and MOVED partner to launch “Smart at AI in Practice,” a training course combining kintone and generative AI, starting May 22, 2026.

Companies mentioned：M-SOLUTIONS株式会社、株式会社MOVED

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[Rinku Fireworks] “Rather than leaving it to the government, we’ll do it ourselves.” The spirit behind a community fireworks event marking its 10th edition in 15 years

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Osaka’s “Rinku Fireworks” will return for its 10th edition in June 2026, bringing together representatives of three community fireworks groups to discuss their commitment to the event.

Companies mentioned：一般社団法人ENJOYりんくう、水都くらわんか花火大会、照らせ！ひがよど祭り、J:COM、e+、Pass Market、楽天トラベル、KKday

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Experienced by 90 engineers and PMs | Launch of a specification-driven development (SDD) training program, moving from “development by writing” to “development by defining and designing”

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Companies mentioned：株式会社TechBowl

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“The Cool Hour Japan” launches, a fashion search platform where users can search for and purchase products from overseas brands in Japanese

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“The Cool Hour Japan” launched in May 2026 as a fashion search platform where users can search for and purchase products from overseas brands in Japanese. Working with authorized retail partners around the world, it addresses language barriers and trust concerns to provide Japanese fashion shoppers with a reliable purchasing experience.

Companies mentioned：Rent the Runway、ZOZO（ZOZOTOWN）、The Cool Hour, LLC

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Next-generation regenerative beauty brand DDS iPS-X selected as a special gift for VVIP guests at a Cannes Film Festival collaboration event

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

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Companies mentioned：株式会社NOBLE MIND、株式会社ミューズ

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From “learning” English to “communicating” in English. Next-generation global leaders take on the practical event “Communica PowerTalk 2026,” set to be held!

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株式会社コミュニカ announced that it will hold “Communica PowerTalk 2026,” a practical presentation event aimed at developing next-generation global leaders, in Shibuya, Tokyo, on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Companies mentioned：株式会社コミュニカ

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U.S.-based Kuse Inc. makes a full-scale entry into the Japanese market with “Junior,” a next-generation service where “AI works as an employee”

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U.S.-based Kuse Inc. has officially entered the Japanese market with Junior, a next-generation “AI employee” service that autonomously handles tasks as a member of a team.

Companies mentioned：Kuse Inc.、OPTI、AWS Japan、The AI Collective Tokyo、Asu Capital、Wayo、EPIC Connector、SmartNews、btrax、三菱商事、ソフトバンク、パナソニック、TBS、東京大学、Bloomberg、Business Insider、AIA、康軒文教事業、Y Combinator、Google、Meta、NVIDIA、ByteDance、rct.ai、Readabroad、ZhenFund

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The highly practical online web marketing academy “Rootmore” launches on 5/16! The “training method” that built annual sales of 16 billion yen with 97% inexperienced participants is revealed for the first time. Become job-ready through “real-world corporate projects”

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Originalprisma 推出「route moi」線上學院，傳授未經驗者創造年營收 160 億的超實踐 WEB 行銷方法。

Companies mentioned：株式会社prisma、オモヤグループ、株式会社ENERGIZE

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A community-integrated hotel opens in front of Nagano Station, becoming a hub connecting international visitors to Japan with the local community.

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アンドクラフト secures 56 million yen in financing and will open “驛 THE TRAVEL BASE EKI,” a new type of hotel combining community and accommodation, in front of Nagano Station in August 2026.

Companies mentioned：アンドクラフト株式会社、信州スタートアップ・承継支援２号投資事業有限責任組合、株式会社八十二長野銀行、株式会社日本政策金融公庫

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[Saku, Nagano Prefecture] Achieving “¥19.8 million × high performance” amid housing price hikes caused by the naphtha shock

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大井建設工業 launches a new model home, “Your Suite,” in Saku, Nagano Prefecture, offering high insulation and spacious, column-free interiors at an affordable starting price of ¥19.8 million.

Companies mentioned：大井建設工業株式会社

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Japanese skincare brand “MIRAGE II” joins an invitation-only private night in Cannes, the host city of the Cannes Film Festival. Selected for the Welcome Gift presented to VVIPs from around the world.

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Japanese skincare brand “MIRAGE II” is selected as the VVIP welcome gift for the private event “Sakura in Cannes” in Cannes, France, while domestic discounts are also introduced.

Companies mentioned：レゾナント株式会社

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The 23rd “Night of the Galleries” is set to be more enjoyable and seamless. “japan ART EX” selected as the official app supporting art tours in Ginza.

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The free app “japan ART EX” from 株式会社レジストアート has been selected for the first time as the official app for “Night of the Galleries,” an art event organized by 銀座ギャラリーズ. Through digital stamp rallies, gallery information, and a guide to nearby bars, it expands the art experience in Ginza digitally and makes art tours more engaging and seamless.

Companies mentioned：株式会社レジストアート、銀座ギャラリーズ、月刊美術

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Boston Medical Sciences’ AIM4CRC designated a U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device — accelerating commercialization in the U.S. market and global expansion with its laxative-free virtual endoscopy™ AI technology

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The AI-powered “Laxative-Free Virtual Endoscopy™ Examination System AIM4CRC,” developed by Boston Medical Sciences, has been designated a U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device. The designation will reduce the burden on patients undergoing colorectal cancer screening and accelerate commercialization in the U.S. market.

Companies mentioned：Boston Medical Sciences株式会社

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YouTuber “RyuuuTV,” with more than 1.7 million subscribers, and “Ibaraki Ambassador” Hayato Adachi form “龍登Ryuto,” a Japan-Taiwan friendship and cultural exchange music unit. Debut set for June 27 in Taiwan.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

YouTuber “RyuuuTV” and Ibaraki Prefecture ambassador Hayato Adachi have formed “龍登Ryuto,” a Japan-Taiwan friendship and cultural exchange music group, which will make its official debut in Taiwan on June 27, 2026.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ADACHI HOUSE

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[Kufu Ietate survey] Ranking of preferred areas to live in by household income in Gifu Prefecture released! Gifu City ranks first across all income brackets, as preferences concentrate on major cities for convenience

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A くふう住まい survey found that Gifu City is the most preferred place to live across all household income brackets in Gifu Prefecture, with residents generally prioritizing convenient amenities and proximity to family.

Companies mentioned：株式会社くふう住まい

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A resounding success! Kao’s adult diapers “Relief” and hygiene products “消臭ストロング” exhibited at Barrier Free 2026, held April 15 (Wed.)–17 (Fri.), 2026

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Kao’s adult diapers “Relief” and hygiene products “消臭Strong” drew around 4,000 visitors at Barrier Free 2026, which has now concluded successfully.

Companies mentioned：花王株式会社、日本ホームヘルパー協会、株式会社アンカー

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フードダイバーシティ株式会社 has formed a business partnership with 株式会社ボーダレスシティ, operator of “団タメ！,” a matching service connecting travel agencies and restaurants.

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Companies mentioned：フードダイバーシティ株式会社、株式会社ボーダレスシティ

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株式会社10X moves toward companywide data use based on BI that can be used with confidence — publishes Codatum implementation case study

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A case study has been published on the adoption of Codatum, a next-generation BI tool from CODATUM, by 10X, provider of the Stailer DX platform for food retailers. Codatum combines self-service capabilities with governance, promotes companywide data use with a low learning curve, and supports future product embedding.

Companies mentioned：株式会社CODATUM、株式会社10X、株式会社プレイド、YOUTRUST Studio

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Video technology that addresses the “sense of unfairness” in hybrid meetings earns recognition

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Neatframe株式会社 wins the “2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year Award” for video technology that addresses the “sense of unfairness” in hybrid meetings. Integrated with Google Meet, it provides remote participants with an equitable meeting experience.

Companies mentioned：Neat、Neatframe株式会社、Google Cloud、Google Meet

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Taking gratitude for 140 years into the future: イケヒコ refreshes its website under the theme “In our 140th year, and beyond.”

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Companies mentioned：株式会社イケヒコ・コーポレーション

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The practice you hate most is the practice that brings teammates closest. A web commercial following the daily efforts of students in various club activities: “The Practice I Hate Most”

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Otsuka Pharmaceutical releases a new CalorieMate web commercial, “The Practice I Hate Most,” spotlighting the grueling training and bonds among students in school clubs.

Companies mentioned：大塚製薬株式会社、株式会社Rebrast、GROVE株式会社

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We support scholarship repayments for people returning to 山形県! Applications for the New Yamagata Scholarship Repayment Support Program for Promoting Employment open May 18

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山形県 is launching the New Yamagata Scholarship Repayment Support Program for Promoting Employment to encourage young people to return to and settle in the prefecture. The program supports scholarship repayments for students and working adults who meet requirements for continued residence and employment, with grants of up to ¥1.348 million. Applications open May 18.

Companies mentioned：山形県

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Proposal calls for review of the “last paper-based regulation” obstructing small and medium-sized businesses’ access to financing — report released by the “Trust in Commercial Transactions and Finance” research group proposing reform of the “fixed-date system,” the next seal-related issue persisting in the era of electronic contracts

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An industry-government-academia research group has issued a proposal calling for the “fixed-date” system to be relaxed to allow private-sector timestamps, advancing the digitalization of commercial financing worth around ¥8 trillion for small and medium-sized businesses.

Companies mentioned：リーテックス株式会社、デジタル証明研究会

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Boosting homebuilders’ conversion rates with AI! “つながる家づくり plantable（プランテーブル）” releases the 2nd installment of its “Ready-to-Use AI Prompt Collection,” requiring only minimal edits: “Sales and Design Interviews”

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株式会社エフ・ディー・シー has released for free the 2nd installment of its “AI Prompt Collection,” “Sales and Design Interviews,” for its homebuilder communication tool “つながる家づくり plantable.” The collection aims to improve work efficiency and conversion rates through AI.

Companies mentioned：株式会社エフ・ディー・シー

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Original【新登場】NMNサプリ「P3」 NMN配合量が従来の2倍に！「1包あたり1,000mg」を配合した『P3プレミアム』が新登場！

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YouTuber Hikaru’s NMN supplement “P3” launches an upgraded version, “P3 Premium,” with twice the NMN content at 1,000 mg per sachet.

Companies mentioned：株式会社LADDER

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b.stage launches “Grounding,” a golf-focused platform, and sets its sights on the golf market by applying its expertise in fandom businesses

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Companies mentioned：株式会社bemyfriends Japan

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株式会社ハートビーツ to speak and exhibit at “AWS Summit Japan 2026,” Japan’s largest AWS event

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Heartbeats will exhibit and take the stage at “AWS Summit Japan 2026” in June 2026, showcasing fully managed services including AWS server monitoring and security operations.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ハートビーツ、アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社、運用設計ラボ合同会社

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Free-range eggs laid “that very day” go on sale in Bankei, Sapporo. A farm stand advantage: naturally produced eggs so fresh their yolks can be picked up by hand, laid that same day

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Companies mentioned：株式会社ユートピアアグリカルチャー、北海道コンフェクトグループ株式会社

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Kokopelli to provide overseas support services for the “20th Corporate Matchmaking Event,” a business-matching event in 多治見市, Gifu Prefecture

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Companies mentioned：株式会社ココペリ、多治見市

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Do you feel reluctant to live in an urbanization control area? [Survey results]

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株式会社Dream Planning has released the results of a survey on whether people are reluctant to live in an urbanization control area. The findings show that more than seven out of ten people are reluctant due to inconvenient transportation and everyday amenities.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ドリームプランニング

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Toki Air announces additional ticket sales for its 2026 summer schedule

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Toki Air has begun selling tickets for its 2026 summer schedule. The tickets cover flights from July 1 to August 31, operating on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Reservations can be made on the website, through the call center, or at airport counters.

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ロイヤルエンフィールド recognized as the world’s third-strongest automotive brand

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OriginalRoyal Enfield 在 2026 年 Brand Finance 評選中榮獲全球第三強汽車品牌，品牌價值增至 12 億美元。

Companies mentioned：ピーシーアイ株式会社、ロイヤルエンフィールド、Brand Finance、J.D.Power、FADA、Eicher Motors Limited

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Levi’s® unveils collection with フランスサッカー連盟 ahead of the world’s biggest stage in soccer

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Companies mentioned：リーバイ・ストラウス ジャパン 株式会社、フランスサッカー連盟、Pablo T-Shirt Factory

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xID enters into capital alliance with 日本郵政キャピタル株式会社

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Companies mentioned：xID株式会社、日本郵政キャピタル株式会社、日本郵政グループ

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【ダッキーダック】New menu perfect for the early summer weather

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Companies mentioned：東和フードサービス株式会社、ダッキーダック、EggEggキッチン、Cheese Egg Garden

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【椿屋珈琲】New pasta dishes arrive to brighten the fresh green season

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Companies mentioned：東和フードサービス株式会社、椿屋珈琲、椿屋茶房、椿屋カフェ、ダッキーダック

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【イタリアンダイニングDONA】A colorful new menu heralding the arrival of early summer

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Companies mentioned：東和フードサービス株式会社

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【ダッキーダック】Hosting a luxurious “Melon Fair” featuring 2 varieties of melon!

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Companies mentioned：東和フードサービス株式会社、JA茨城県旭村

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【Survey】76.3% prioritize “no scarring” in underarm odor surgery｜In-depth survey of 300 people on choosing between insured excision surgery and self-pay MiraDry

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Companies mentioned：医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック

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GROWTH VERSE strengthens its development organization; Kazushi Kamiya appointed as VPoE

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Companies mentioned：株式会社GROWTH VERSE、株式会社マネーフォワード、グリー株式会社、グリーホールディングス株式会社

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KARINA to appear at press conference marking her appointment as new ambassador and the release of new commercial “PLAY ILLUSION”

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Companies mentioned：株式会社キューブ

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Discovering advertising fraud risks worth tens of millions of yen annually. 株式会社MOTA improves the integrity of its ad operations with “Spider AF” ad fraud prevention

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Companies mentioned：株式会社Spider Labs、株式会社MOTA

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Original【宮崎県】大学生・短大生向けのオンライン就職イベントを開催します！

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Companies mentioned：宮崎県

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【First-ever appearance at 阪急うめだ本店 from Toyama!】Made with 100% Toyama rice! Rice snack specialty shop “おこめぢゃや” makes its debut at 阪急うめだ本店! Open for a limited time from May 20 (Wed.)!

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Companies mentioned：日の出屋製菓産業株式会社、阪急うめだ本店

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A clearer, larger screen for a more active lifestyle: “REDMI Watch 6” goes on sale May 14 (Thu.)

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Xiaomi Technology Japan will release the “REDMI Watch 6,” a smartwatch featuring a large 2.07-inch screen and exceptionally long battery life, on May 14, 2026.

Companies mentioned：小米技術日本株式会社、Xiaomi Corporation

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【Handa City, Aichi Prefecture】Local residents preserve and pass down scenes from the tale “ごんぎつね”; children who will shape the next generation plant red spider lilies along the Yakachigawa embankment

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Companies mentioned：半田市役所、岩滑北保育園、岩滑小学校、NPO法人ごんのふるさとネットワーク、岩滑お助け隊、矢勝川の彼岸花を守る会、新美南吉記念館

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OriginalBtoB向けマーケティングプロダクト「シラレル」、海外版となる「シラレル for Global」を提供開始

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OriginalMicroAd 推出 B2B 廣告平台「シラレル」的海外版，以 2.8 億美國商務數據協助日本企業進軍國際。

Companies mentioned：株式会社マイクロアド

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【Held June 17 (Wed.)–19 (Fri.) at Tokyo Big Sight】株式会社マルチブック will exhibit at “General Affairs, HR and Accounting Week”

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Companies mentioned：株式会社マルチブック

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Talent Palette launches “AI Training Recommendation,” a feature that uses generative AI to automatically link skills maps with training and enable strategic talent development

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Plus Alpha Consulting’s Talent Palette launches a new feature that uses generative AI to automatically recommend training tailored to employees’ skills.

Companies mentioned：株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング、ITR、ITreview

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“Cowork,” a browser automation tool for large enterprises, expands automation from receipt reading to spreadsheet entry

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Knowledge Sense adds automatic receipt reading and spreadsheet transfer to its enterprise AI tool “Cowork,” significantly improving financial operations efficiency.

Companies mentioned：株式会社ナレッジセンス、米OpenAI社

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Hosted by QQEnglish｜Former TBS announcer Hassen Kuniyama to speak: Free webinar on intensive short-term English study, drawing on his experience of reaching CEFR B2 from B1 in 100 days and improving his Versant score by 8 points, to be held May 20 (Wed.)

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Companies mentioned：株式会社QQ English、CampusTopグループ、株式会社TBSテレビ、PIVOT、FOX UNION Inc.

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【Father’s Day gift】Why not give a Father’s Day gift set featuring popular 資さんうどん products? On sale from May 15 (Fri.)! Free shipping, from 3,980 yen

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資さんうどん launches a limited-edition Father’s Day gift set featuring popular udon noodles and side dishes. Available from May 15 at its online store, with free shipping and prices starting at 3,980 yen.

Companies mentioned：株式会社資さん

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【Free to attend・Held May 19】A structural solution to “sales don’t increase even when we spend more on advertising.” 4-company joint webinar to diagnose sluggish e-commerce sales across customer acquisition, CVR and LTV

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Companies mentioned：株式会社LeaguE、株式会社マクロジ、株式会社Nint、株式会社PLAN-B

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Why a dangerous house that could not be rebuilt was turned into cash in 3 days

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Companies mentioned：株式会社SA、アデックスリサーチアンドコンサルティング株式会社

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AnyMind Group launches “AnyAI OMO,” an OMO platform where AI agents autonomously analyze and optimize the impact on in-store sales

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Companies mentioned：AnyMind Group株式会社、株式会社サン・スマイル、Advanced Clinicals

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【ABC-MART】A little-known pick for trend-conscious shoppers: New Balance “204L” campaign launches; Konatsu Kato showcases a new answer in low-profile style

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Companies mentioned：株式会社エービーシー・マート、New Balance

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【ABC-MART】Choose by personal color! A guide to finding the right shoes without mistakes, based on the latest styles

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Companies mentioned：株式会社エービーシー・マート、株式会社国際貿易商事、MERRELL、PATRICK、New Balance、CROCS、TIMBERLAND、NIKE、CONVERSE、JORDAN BRAND、adidas、ASICS

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Originalお腹まわりを引き締め スマートなボディラインに SIXPAD Boxer Pants 2（シックスパッド ボクサーパンツ2）

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MTG will launch an upgraded version of its men’s shapewear underwear, “SIXPAD Boxer Pants 2,” on May 27, 2026, designed for comfort and a more defined waistline.

Companies mentioned：株式会社MTG

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MOUSSY to launch collaboration with Juicy Couture on May 22 (Fri.)

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Companies mentioned：株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、Juicy Couture

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Original【源泉のお宿 湯河原 千代田荘】１日１室限定 ReFaプチアメニティ付女子会プランのご紹介！

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Companies mentioned：野口観光リゾートマネジメント株式会社

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【Noguchi Kanko Yugawara】Introducing a special offer plan exclusively for members of the official website!

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Companies mentioned：野口観光マネジメント株式会社

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【Tomorrow】A highly anticipated event dedicated to business leaders and the affluent launches from one of Japan’s largest comprehensive exhibitions on money

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Companies mentioned：RX Japan合同会社、一般社団法人 相続診断協会、三井住友トラストクラブ、ZUU

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【From May 14】【Osaka Prefecture】Now offering application support for the “Profitability Improvement and Wage Increase Support Program,” with grants of up to 5 million yen (2/3 subsidy rate)!【助成金なう】

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Companies mentioned：株式会社ナビット

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【阪神梅田本店】From “edible green tea” to a roasted-sweet-potato aroma: 6 days exploring the distinctive appeal of Japanese teas, including bancha and Japanese black tea

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阪神梅田本店 will host the “7th Hanshin Japanese Tea Festival” from May 27 to June 1, featuring a wide variety of distinctive teas, tea utensils and sweets, as well as expert workshops.

Companies mentioned：株式会社阪急阪神百貨店、松澤園、長谷川製茶、お茶の泉園、中窪製茶園、売茶中村、茶通仙 多田製茶、晋山窯ヤマツ、急須と器 いそべ、芋と茶 頂-itadaki-、_cafe by 井指製茶、道の駅 お茶の京都 みなみやましろ村、7T＋(セブンティープラス)、小林芳香園

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Celebrating the release of debut single “いつか言えたら”! A special listening party featuring a live appearance by 漆山海音 will be held at AWA Lounge

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Companies mentioned：AWA株式会社、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社

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Original蛍原徹＆宮川大輔とのハーフラウンド対決がついに決着！『ニューヨーク屋敷のゴルフ交友録』 5月16日（土）9:00スタート

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Companies mentioned：吉本興業株式会社

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Hosting a webinar on “【Rebroadcast】Where should you start with OT security? How can you visualize risks on the factory floor and prepare for ransomware attacks?”

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Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、キーサイト・テクノロジー株式会社、SCSK株式会社、株式会社テリロジー、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所

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Hosting a webinar on “Key points for designing an operational execution platform with exception handling and company-wide controls in mind”

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Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、株式会社システムサポート、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所

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Hosting a webinar on “How much impact does a ‘system outage’ have on business?”

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Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、サイオステクノロジー株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所

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Hosting a webinar on “【For the construction industry】Are drawings getting held up while being passed around for review, waiting for confirmation?”

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Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、株式会社BuddyBoard、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所

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Hosting a webinar on “【Rebroadcast】Ransomware attacks, prevalent across all industries, cannot be prevented by EDR alone”

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Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、株式会社ハイパー、デル・テクノロジーズ株式会社、Absolute Software株式会社、株式会社オープンソース活用研究所、アサヒグループHD、アスクル

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30% points back on online lesson fees: May 19 “Cafetalk Day” campaign

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Online learning platform Cafetalk will hold a promotion on May 19, offering a 30% points-back reward on up to 3 lessons taken that day.

Companies mentioned：株式会社スモールブリッジ

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“Asunaro Prime Membership,” offered by Asunaro Investment Advisor, achieves a 92% service retention rate, 91% customer satisfaction and a 100% win rate!—Past administrative sanctions fully resolved, moving on to a new stage

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Asunaro Investment Advisor’s subscription service posts a 92% renewal rate and a 100% recommendation win rate, and announces that issues related to past administrative sanctions have been fully resolved.

Companies mentioned：株式会社あすなろ、IHI、ローム、SBG、一般社団法人日本少額短期保険協会

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JR East President Kise presents a letter of appreciation

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鉄建建設（株） and 丸山工務所（株） received a letter of appreciation from JR East for the “Senju Power Plant Facility Renewal” project. This was an important renovation project at a historic hydroelectric power plant that supports rail transportation.

Companies mentioned：東日本旅客鉄道株式会社 (JR東日本)、鉄建建設株式会社、株式会社丸山工務所

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【Gift certificates worth up to 200,000 yen】Seibu Gas launches its “Water Area Renovation Campaign 2026”

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West Japan Gas will run a home water-area renovation campaign from May 11 to Nov. 3, 2026. Customers who request an estimate will receive a QUO Card Pay worth 1,000 yen, and those who sign a contract will receive gift certificates worth up to 200,000 yen. The campaign is available in Fukuoka, Kumamoto and other areas.

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3D model generation AI service “Meshy.AI” launches in Japan

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株式會社3DS announced that it will begin offering its AI service “Meshy.AI” in Japan on May 18. The service generates high-quality 3D models from text and images.

Companies mentioned：株式会社スリー・ディー・エス

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“Tech Intern,” an internship site specializing in technology and deep tech, officially launches its beta version

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KAXIN株式会社 has launched the beta version of “Tech Intern,” an internship listings site specializing in technology and deep tech. The site aims to bridge the information gap between students interested in advanced technologies and companies facing challenges in securing specialized talent.

Companies mentioned：KAXIN株式会社

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“Cooling on contact is no longer enough!” The Xyliminte series delivers lasting cooling that responds to sweat

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株式会社ＳＵＮＡＹＡＭＡ has unveiled its “lasting cooling” Xyliminte series, which responds to sweat to sustain a cool sensation. With the Japan Meteorological Agency forecasting high temperatures, the series addresses dissatisfaction with conventional cooling on contact, which “only feels cool at first,” and is drawing attention as a measure against extreme heat during outdoor activities.

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[Embargo lifted] The forefront of manufacturing comes together! Announcement event set for new “Next-Generation Manufacturing Technology Expo”

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The organizing committee will hold an announcement event for the first “Next-Generation Manufacturing Technology Expo” on June 16 at Belle Salle Roppongi. The expo will focus on combining cutting-edge technology with on-site capabilities to help solve challenges facing Japan’s manufacturing industry. Seminars featuring special guests and networking events will create new business opportunities.

Companies mentioned：株式会社産業タイムズ社

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[Taiwan News] 25 new factories, including those of TSMC, set for completion, creating the biggest-ever business opportunity for Taiwan’s semiconductor equipment makers <Wise Machinery Industry Journal, second week of May 2026>

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威志企管顧問 has published the latest issue of its Taiwan Machinery Industry Journal, examining the latest trends and historic business opportunities in semiconductor equipment, AI robots and hand tools.

Companies mentioned：威志企管顧問股份有限公司、ワイズコンサルティング グループ、TSMC、宇隆科技、信邦電子、伯鑫工具、復盛応用科技

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Actress Gillian Anderson, actress Leïla Bekhti and actor Vassili Schneider walk the red carpet wearing Chaumet jewelry at the 79th Cannes Film Festival

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Actress Gillian Anderson, actress Leïla Bekhti and actor Vassili Schneider walked the red carpet at the 79th Cannes Film Festival wearing new and vintage Chaumet jewelry. They promoted the brand’s glamour and collections.

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Learning that connects local communities with the world. LCAきたかる森のインター to hold its first “English × STEAM × inquiry-based learning” summer school since opening

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The bilingual school LCAきたかる森のインター in Kita-Karuizawa will hold its first summer camp combining English, STEAM and inquiry-based learning in summer 2026. Registration opens on May 25.

Companies mentioned：株式会社エデューレエルシーエー、LCAきたかる森のインター、TOKYO GLOBAL GATEWAY

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MOBmart streams on TikTok Shop from MANGO BUSY, a live-commerce hub in Myeong-dong, South Korea, recording one of the largest sales totals ever for a Japanese livestream host

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MOBmart streamed on TikTok Shop from MANGO BUSY, a live-commerce hub in Myeong-dong, South Korea, recording one of the largest sales totals ever for a Japanese livestream host. Prince Koya appeared on the stream and sold more than 3,000 items. The company aims to strengthen ties with the South Korean market.

Companies mentioned：株式会社MOB、MOBmart、MANGO BUSY

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Guy Braunstein, former first concertmaster of the Berlin Philharmonic, to give his first recital in Japan at Shirakawa Hall in Nagoya!

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Violinist Guy Braunstein, former first concertmaster of the Berlin Philharmonic, will give his first violin recital in Japan at the newly reopened Shirakawa Hall in Nagoya on July 5, 2026. Accompanied by pianist Toshihiro Kaneshige, he is scheduled to perform works by Brahms, Schubert, Toru Takemitsu and others.

Companies mentioned：株式会社SKI、アーティフィニティ、コンサート・ウィズ、ベルリン・フィルハーモニー管弦楽団

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Full-page, 15-column color advertisements for 5 THE CITY properties appear in today’s national edition of the Nikkei morning newspaper — information released using the official Viewer Link

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株式会社シティホームズ placed full-page, 15-column color advertisements in the national morning edition of the Nikkei dated May 14, 2026, for 5 of its income-producing properties under “THE CITY” and its “ESQVA” super-luxury villa series. The advertisements will be available digitally for 1 month through the Nikkei’s official secondary-use service, Viewer Link, enabling the company to share information with both credibility and compliance.

Companies mentioned：日本経済新聞社

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[340% achieved] The culmination of 60 years of sake brewing by master brewer Shinji Kusaka. Crowdfunding project launches to pass on the legendary “Kusaka Musou” and the “Gorin no Sho” of sake brewing

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合同會社IW has launched a crowdfunding project marking the culmination of master brewer Shinji Kusaka’s 60 years of work, passing on the “Gorin no Sho” of sake-brewing techniques and philosophy, as well as the sake “Kusaka Musou.” The project has surpassed 340% of its target.

Companies mentioned：合同会社IW、千代乃春酒造、村重酒造、天吹酒造、永山酒造

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“If only I could watch my phone videos in the car...” Now possible with an add-on — “GetPairr Mirror Cast” makes wired CarPlay wireless while enabling video viewing on the car’s large display, available for 8,800 yen including tax while supplies last

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株式会社GetPairr has begun offering “GetPairr Mirror Cast,” a 2-in-1 adapter that makes wired CarPlay wireless and mirrors a smartphone screen to the car display, for 8,800 yen while supplies last. The product offers an easy way to upgrade in-car entertainment.

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AlphaDrive launches customer acquisition outsourcing and test sales support package, taking the lead itself and delivering the “sales logic” as part of the service

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AlphaDrive has launched a “customer acquisition outsourcing and test sales support package,” taking the lead on the front lines to develop and deliver companies’ “sales logic” and sales foundations.

Companies mentioned：株式会社アルファドライブ

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[Monthly ranking for businesses] Top 5 best-selling used office chairs for businesses in April 2026 revealed

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Office Busters has released its Top 5 best-selling used office chairs for businesses in April 2026, with Okamura’s Sylphy taking the top spot.

Companies mentioned：株式会社オフィスバスターズ、オカムラ、コクヨ、イトーキ

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Original關貿網路推AI資安雙軸策略 首季營收年增6.4%

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Companies mentioned：關貿網路

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Fire breaks out at unused warehouse inside Second Nuclear Power Plant before dawn; firefighters quickly extinguish blaze, no injuries

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Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、新北市消防局、第二核能發電廠

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AI feature upgrade boosts optimism for 南電’s IC substrate and circuit board businesses, says Tsou Ming-jen

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Companies mentioned：南電

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Rubio remains under sanctions but still joins Trump’s China visit; Beijing had previously weighed in

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Companies mentioned：美國國務院、中國外交部

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SelectUSA semiconductor delegation visits Indiana to strengthen strategic security cooperation

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Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、普度大學、應用研究院、聯發科、韓國海力士 (SK Hynix)、比利時半導體聯盟Imec、常春藤科技技職大學、普度研究基金會、美國在台協會、仁寶、和碩

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Kaohsiung job fair offers 1800 openings as tech and hospitality sectors compete for workers

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Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、高雄市勞工局、鴻海精密、台郡科技、長興材料、廣運機械、華泰電子、光寶科技、承億酒店、統一超商

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Would taking office as Taipei mayor mean canceling the Twin-City Forum? Shen Po-yang: Don’t hold it if it brings no benefit

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Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、民進黨、壯闊台灣聯盟

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Trump-Xi summit to discuss technology, trade and Taiwan, shaping the future direction of US-China relations

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Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、美國有線電視新聞網 (CNN)

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Trump-Xi summit set to begin; Xie Feng says US and China must fasten the “first button” properly

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Companies mentioned：人民日報

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Trump-Xi summit set to begin; Lu Hsiu-yen calls for a national security meeting

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Companies mentioned：台中市政府

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Fire at warehouse outside Second Nuclear Power Plant; Nuclear Safety Commission says plant operations and safety unaffected

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Companies mentioned：核能安全委員會、中央通訊社

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