AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-15 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 5 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 862 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 33 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Reach the season’s “highest point.” Piic stages a sponsored game at the Shiga Lakes’ final regular-season game. Collaborations with Dai Tamura and limited-edition food help fuel the excitement of 4,873 fans.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387717Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES Fragrance as a “tool to take with you.” Refillable fragrance brand HÄZE Tokyo launches June 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387973Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Citizen | Tube Screamer announce their first collaborative watchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387972Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES New hub for contemporary video art, “BlackBoxKyoto,” opens in Kyotohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387971Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Why are you crying?” becomes “Oh, so that’s what it was!” This long-awaited parenting bible explains the positive cycle of child-rearing guided by neuroscience and is finally being published, translated and supervised by Akiko Takao, the first Japanese internationally certified instructor.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387970Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Osaka-born “Naniwa Italian” cuisine earns acclaim: Nishideria selected for the Michelin Guide Kyoto and Osaka 2026 “Selected Restaurants” list. A new gastronomy shaped by local ingredients and agricultural partnershipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387969Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “A new kind of snack” combining dried plums and dried fruit, “Ume Tsutsumi,” arrives at セブン‐イレブンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387968Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Model and TV personality IVAN launches LGBTQ+ training and wellness businesses in earnest; establishes 一般社団法人IVAN HOUSEhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387967Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Will an era of the Nikkei Average at 100,000 yen arrive? Hitoshi Fujino discusses the qualities of “companies that get chosen”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387966Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Can be set up in as little as 60 minutes! A high-performance mobile stage is now in operation, significantly reducing 3 costs: time, staffing and usage feeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387965https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387965Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES ＜ weakend ＞ Collaboration items with artist Daichi Miura to go on sale Friday, May 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387964Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFashion brand weakend announces a collaboration with artist Daichi Miura, releasing its first joint collection, “I heart you,” on May 22. The collection combines practical designs with original illustrations. AI platform “みちケア” for care facilities officially launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387963Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESシスタ株式会社 launches “みちケア,” an AI platform for care facilities. Automated AI shift generation and visit-route optimization will help facilities improve productivity and respond to the June 2026 revision of long-term care fees. New e-commerce site “Kochibin (Kochi Delivery),” showcasing the charms of Kochi Prefecture, launches on May 18, 2026 — 株式会社ダイセイ and GOLDMAN PRODUCTS take on the challenge of promoting the regionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387962https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387962Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKochi-based company Daisei and Tokyo design firm GOLDMAN PRODUCTS are partnering to launch “Kochibin,” an e-commerce gift site specializing in Kochi products, on May 18, 2026. U-Factor Holdings launches joint research with 東京大学医学部附属病院 to develop drug discovery applications for “U-Factor® Liquid,” a stem cell culture supernatanthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387961Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES EGS株式会社、1拠点で“最大1億8,000万円超”の電気代削減を実現する三位一体モデルを発表https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387960Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 浸透型NMN配合のスキンケアブランド「BLENDIQUE（ブレンディーク）」公式オンラインストアが2026年5月15日（金）12:00にオープンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387959Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A new era of dual-income households and paternity leave: “Kosodate Monster,” a new communication tool to help people discover and share their own views on parenting, goes on sale.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387958Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Supporting the “touch” of AI robots: KiQ Robotics begins developing physical AI using its “Lattice-Structure Flexible Finger” robot hand toolhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387957Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Selected for SECOM’s co-creation program “SECOM Acceleration Program 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387956Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Onono Village sponsors “YUKI FOOTBALL ACADEMY,” which operates in the Sennan area of Miyagi Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387955Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 国内初、博物館へXRシステムを本格導入。ミラクルマイルが株式会社スピンと共同で国立歴史民俗博物館に次世代コンテンツ共有システム「RxVU」を提供https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387954Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMiracle Mile and Spin have partnered to introduce the XR system “RxVU” at the National Museum of Japanese History, the first full-scale adoption at a museum in Japan, offering next-generation 3DCG exhibits. “Hakohu okihai,” a delivery box that lets users bring heavy, bulky packages indoors, launches as a project on Makuake on May 21, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387953Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES YELL Gift Shop’s activity report for April 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387952Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGotanda gift shop YELL held a range of community and cross-industry events in April 2026, including an African textile exhibition, market stalls and an eco-leather workshop. Chamap makes donations to 3 organizationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387951Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Announcement: 6th Aesthetic Medicine Symposiumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387950Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLiberateBeauty will hold the 6th Aesthetic Medicine Symposium on June 11, 2026, focusing on clinic human resources, education systems and team motivation. DigitalArchi provides 3D-printed formwork for旭ビルウォール株式会社’s manufacture of 3D-shaped GRC objectshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387949Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKeio University startup DigitalArchi has provided 旭ビルウォール with 3D-printed formwork. A demonstration project has begun, using it to manufacture GRC objects and aiming to realize complex 3D shapes and improve production efficiency. “Unagi that makes it a good day.” LaQua-exclusive “Unagi Omikuji” begins May 17https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387948Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東京鰻次郎 has launched “Unagi Omikuji,” available exclusively at its LaQua location. Customers who purchase unagiriri receive a fortune slip with a unique message, in an experience-focused initiative that offers ways to enjoy unagi beyond simply eating it. Yamori partners with Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking to promote the purchase, renovation and long-term use of vacant homeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387947Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYamori Co., Ltd. is partnering with Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking to offer solutions for vacant homes arising from inheritance, asset consolidation and other circumstances, including purchase, renovation and long-term use. Mistplay announces the launch of “Mistplay Audience Network”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387946Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMistplay has announced “Mistplay Audience Network,” an integrated rewards advertising network. Alongside its recent acquisitions, it will expand the advertising reach and scale of its mobile ecosystem. 株式会社アクティブリテック announces its in-house viewer for managing and viewing 3D Gaussian Splatting data on the webhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387945Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESActive Retec has launched its in-house-developed web viewer for 3D Gaussian Splatting, offering measurement, comparison and enterprise-grade on-premises server deployment without requiring installation. About 70% of people did not adequately consider floor protection before moving into a home or relocating. About 55% cited how easily floors get scratched as a concern about their home.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387944Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey found that about seven in ten people had not adequately considered floor protection before moving in, while more than half were concerned about floors being easily scratched. 【横浜市消防局への導入から進化】時短と大容量を両立。「消防用エアー式スピード貯水タンク」5月提供開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387943Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hokuto begins airing a new commercial for the new Mushroom Squad!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387942Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHokuto, a major mushroom producer, has released a new animated commercial featuring the popular characters “Mushroom Squad.” Two commercials, including “Who’s Your Favorite Mushroom?” are streaming on YouTube and other platforms to raise brand awareness. The highest-magnetic-force high-end model in the TAO series’ history. New design “Colantotte Necklace TAO LIONE” to go on sale sequentially starting Wednesday, May 27, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387941Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESColantotte will launch “TAO LIONE,” a high-end magnetic necklace with the strongest magnetic force in the TAO series’ history, on May 27, 2026. ONESTRUCTION moves its Tottori headquarters to “Katokami,” a co-creation hub in front of Tottori Stationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387940Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESONESTRUCTION moved its Tottori headquarters to “カトカミ,” a co-creation hub in front of Tottori Station, on May 15, 2026, with the aim of revitalizing the local economy and accelerating business growth. Logo and tagline selected to mark Kanagawa University’s 100th anniversary! Various initiatives are getting underway ahead of the university’s 100th anniversary in 2028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387939Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Long-awaited new shades arrive in the award-winning LDK the Beauty Best Cosmetics series! New additions to the high-value, high-performance* 8-color eyeshadow palette, priced at 550 yen including taxhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387938Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCosmetics brand “iromikke” has launched 4 new shades of its 8-color eyeshadow palette, which won an annual Best Cosmetics award from a beauty magazine. The popular series, known for its affordable price of 550 yen including tax and its functionality, now includes colors to meet a variety of needs, as the brand aims to expand its fan base. “Dinosaur Junior Academy” opens in collaboration with 福井県立恐竜博物館 and 福井県立大学恐竜学部!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387937Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukui Prefecture’s Katsuyama City will hold a “Dinosaur Youth Academy” for junior and senior high school students in August 2026. The program combines the dinosaur museum and the dinosaur studies department to offer a 5-day exploratory educational program. AIONA selected as a planned implementer for NEDO’s “Research and Development on Making Manufacturing Data and Other Data AI-Ready (GENIAC)” projecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387936Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAIONA Co., Ltd. has been selected for NEDO’s “GENIAC” program. It will conduct research and development to make design expertise in manufacturing available for use by AI. The effort is expected to help address the loss of technical knowledge caused by the retirement of experienced designers. [Held May 17] マツザワ presents “Zero-Waste Rugby Match”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387935Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe BIG BLUES rugby team will partner with recycling company マツザワ to hold a “Zero-Waste Rugby Match” on May 17. Used household cooking oil will be collected at the stadium and made into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). For staying cool during events and sports spectating: “CHILL-Ace (Chill Ace),” a cooling neck sleeve designed to make long stays more comfortablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387934Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【清涼飲料業界初】木村飲料、消費者庁推奨の「日本版包装前面栄養表示」を先行導入。新ブランド「BASIQ＋」で炭酸飲料の新たなスタンダードへhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387933Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Battery-free smart compression bag “Qubo Zero” goes on sale on Makuake from May 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387932Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [New product launch] An easy way to get protein, even on busy mornings: “Fluffy Pancake Mix with Soybean and Rice Flour—Just Add Water,” launching May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387931Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Developed a quality control system for dam concrete compactionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387930Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Bringing “no-queue” stadium food to life: “Yappli Mobile Order” pilot conducted at クリアソン新宿 home gameshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387929Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES The emergence bridge of clinical organizational science (COS): a mechanism linking personal habits and organizational transformationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387928Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 取得 of short-term rating “a-2”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387927Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “ICOSA Brewhouse,” a coffeeware brand designed to bring out coffee’s flavor, taste and aroma, launches in Japan on Friday, May 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387926Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Supporting the next generation of artists] The 10–18-year-old band “YOYOKA featuring Futures Band” releases its song “Near Future” on Saturday, May 16!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387925Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Case study published] “We won’t let it end with training”: Daiju Life’s commitment │ A comprehensive look at developing DX talent through a united effort by HR, frontline teams and executiveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387924Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Battery storage facilities can see power sales fall to “zero” when communications stophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387923Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES RecruitOS, an AI business OS for recruitment agencies, opens advance registration—bringing Salesforce, Spir and WordPress together in one platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387922Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 難治性疾患をもつ就労者の約4割が 「会社から配慮を受けていない」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387921Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [mt masking tape] “mt ex Exhibition” to be held in Kyoto’s Horikawa area for a limited time from May 15–31. Collaborative designs featuring classic Kyoto souvenirs and a limited café menu will also be available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387920Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES パティーナ大阪「ビー ドゥ ショーメ アフタヌーンティー」を期間限定で開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387919Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Win a product in a drawing for 3 people: What’s your “reset ice cream”? Ice Cream Day X post campaign now underway!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387918Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Sharing Beauty and SEES (Sees) form a business partnership. Launching “Beauty Trade Area (BTA),” a next-generation OMO model that connects “strategic planning” with “salon sales and data collection” in the beauty and lifestyle sectorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260515-09/index-en-p5.html#n387917Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES No more worrying about stickiness. 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