AI News 180m Report

2026-05-19 00:00–03:00 JST

13 received, 13 listed, 2 sources

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 9 items from 1 source; Japan, 4 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(9)

U.S. reportedly considers temporary waiver of Iran oil sanctions; European stocks close higher

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Reports that the U.S. is considering a temporary waiver of Iran oil sanctions boosted market expectations for easing tensions in the Middle East, lifting major European stock markets.

Wall Street Journal reveals Apple's profit strategy: using binned chips to compete with low-cost products

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Apple has successfully reused defective binned chips to launch lower-priced products, such as the MacBook Neo, capturing market share and drawing new users into its ecosystem.

Companies mentioned:Apple、Google、台積電、Counterpoint、國際數據資訊 (IDC)、天風國際證券

Suspected hantavirus case in Keelung; city government investigates source of infection and steps up disinfection

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A suspected hantavirus case has emerged in Keelung, and the city government has launched a cross-agency response to identify the source of infection and step up disinfection.

Companies mentioned:基隆市政府

WHO member states reject proposal for Taiwan to participate in WHA; ally Palau speaks up for Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) again rejected a proposal to invite Taiwan to participate in the World Health Assembly (WHA), while Taiwan's ally Palau voiced support, saying that excluding Taiwan would undermine global disease prevention efforts.

Companies mentioned:世界衛生組織 (WHO)

Former NBA star Kanter: Taiwan is at the heart of the global tech race; the U.S. needs Taiwan

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Former NBA star Kanter stressed that Taiwan plays a central role in the global technology and AI races, and that U.S.-Taiwan relations are crucial to the economies and national security of both sides.

Companies mentioned:福斯數位新聞 (Fox News Digital)、波士頓塞爾蒂克 (Boston Celtics)

Actor Li Bo-hsiang pretends to hit girlfriend after drinking; basketball cheerleader Ya-ya caught up in incident

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Actor Li Bo-hsiang lost control after drinking and tried to hit his girlfriend at a KTV, also striking a friend who intervened. Police ultimately referred him to prosecutors on suspicion of assault and reported the incident as domestic violence.

Companies mentioned:台鋼獵鷹

Su Chiao-hui vows to make Yonghe more convenient; Lee Chuan says he will boost Yingge's development

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 2 leading candidates for New Taipei City mayor, Su Chiao-hui and Lee Chuan, put forward specific platforms on urban renewal in Yonghe District and industrial and tourism development in Yingge District, respectively, to win voter support.

Companies mentioned:新旺集瓷、國民黨、民進黨

Another strong earthquake hits Liuzhou, Guangxi, in the evening; magnitude and depth exactly the same, epicenters very close

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Two shallow, strong earthquakes measuring 5.2 in magnitude and 8 kilometers deep struck Liuzhou, Guangxi, China, on the same day, causing casualties and property damage.

Bringing Taiwanese-style cheer to the stage, Yankees Girls invited to perform at MLB Taiwan Day

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwanese professional basketball cheer squad Yankees Girls has been invited to the U.S. Major League Baseball's Taiwan Day event, where it will showcase Taiwan's distinctive cheer culture through a performance incorporating Indigenous dance elements.

Companies mentioned:洋基工程、P. LEAGUE+、洛杉磯天使隊、中華航空

Japan | PR TIMES(4)

“Nyantecotta!®︎ Part 2 Color Town,” a connectable cardboard cat house where beloved cats can relax even more, goes on sale

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Graphsonic is launching “Nyantecotta! Part 2 Color Town,” a cardboard cat house with connecting features and a scratching surface. It combines cat comfort with interior design appeal.

Companies mentioned:株式会社グラフソニック

Original横須賀市内の小学1〜3年生対象、参加無料「かけっこ教室」を2026年6月13日に開催

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original一般社団法人スポーツ&ウェルビーイング推進協会が、横須賀市の小学1〜3年生を対象に無料「かけっこ教室」を2026年6月13日に開催。プロトレーナーが指導し、子どもたちの運動機会創出を図る。

Companies mentioned:株式会社ライフプラス、鍼灸整骨院ひまわりグループ、神奈川衛生学園専門学校、横須賀市、横須賀市教育委員会

Turning the company portal from a file repository into a “place where corporate values take root”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ageha Inc. will hold a free online seminar on May 28, 2026, about internal branding using SharePoint. It will explain ways to embed corporate values and promote human capital management through an internal portal.

Companies mentioned:Microsoft

OriginalA$AP ROCKY x PUMAによる最新コレクション NYFWで初公開された最新シルエットを2026年5月21日(木)10:00より発売

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PUMA Japan will release the latest 3D-printed sneaker from its A$AP ROCKY collaboration, the “MOSTRO 3.D MULE,” on May 21, 2026, for 44,000 yen. It features a striking design that fuses fashion with cutting-edge technology.

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