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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 48 items from 1 source; Japan, 20 items from 1 source.
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Original金管會公布，截至今年3月底，國銀數位存款帳戶數達2921.6萬戶，年增率14.2%創歷史新低。主因為基數已高與行銷減少，但官方認為需求未減。
Companies mentioned：金管會、台新銀行、國泰世華銀行、連線商業銀行、第一銀行、永豐銀行
Taipei Fubon Bank held an opening reception for its Tokyo branch on May 18, hosted by Chairman Tsai Ming-hsing. The branch focuses on corporate finance and offers services including syndicated loans and project financing. It aims to support multinational companies amid the restructuring of global supply chains and connect with New Southbound markets to promote Taiwan-Japan industrial cooperation.
Companies mentioned：富邦集團
The No. 115122 Daily Cash 539 draw was held, with 2 jackpot-winning tickets, each worth NT$8 million. There were 110 second-prize winners. The 3-Star winning number was 560, and the 4-Star winning number was 9776.
Companies mentioned：台彩公司
The No. 115054 Grand Lotto draw was held on the evening of May 19, with no jackpot winner. There was 1 second-prize winner, who received NT$1,605,722.
Companies mentioned：台彩
Apple announced that it will integrate its AI system, “Apple Intelligence,” into accessibility features, enhancing tools such as “VoiceOver” and “Voice Control” with natural-language controls. Future features will include using Vision Pro to control wheelchairs and real-time captions processed on-device, improving the experience for users with disabilities.
Companies mentioned：Apple
The CPBL's 味全龍隊 hosted the TSG Hawks in Hualien on the 19th. A clutch double by Kai-Wei Lee drove in 2 runs in the bottom of the 8th, securing a 2-0 win and extending the team's winning streak to 4. Lee was named the game's MVP and reached the career milestone of 200 RBIs.
Companies mentioned：味全龍隊、台鋼雄鷹隊
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their fourth meeting in seven months, stressing the need for closer cooperation to address geopolitical challenges. Experts said the two sides were setting disputes aside for now and relations would remain on a positive trajectory.
Companies mentioned：韓國峨山政策研究院（Asan Institute for Policy Studies）、聯合國教科文組織（UNESCO）
Original針對台股近三日跌逾1500點，金管會出面信心喊話，強調上市櫃公司基本面穩健。證期局副局長黃仲豪引述數據，指截至4月底累計營收年增31%，基本面並無明顯改變。
Companies mentioned：金管會、金管會證期局
France's data protection authority, CNIL, said data breaches hit a record 6167 cases in 2025, up 9.5% year over year. The trend has worsened as AI fuels cyberattacks, affecting sectors including government, health care and finance. CNIL will step up enforcement and has already imposed heavy fines on companies including Shein and Google.
Companies mentioned：法國資訊與自由全國委員會（CNIL）、國家安全憑證局（ANTS）、迴聲報（Les Echos）、Shein、谷歌（Google）
China's leading NAND flash maker, Yangtze Memory Technologies, has expanded its market share with support from policies promoting domestic substitutes, despite being subject to U.S. export controls since late 2022. The company formally began its IPO process on the 19th, and its application for listing guidance has been accepted.
Companies mentioned：長江存儲控股股份有限公司、中國證監會、湖北證監局、長鑫科技、三星、SK海力士、美光
A body missing its upper torso was found in the mountains of Okutama, western Tokyo. As tracks from a large animal were found at the scene, police have not ruled out a bear attack. The victim's identity is unknown, and authorities are investigating the case as a possible mountain accident or animal attack.
Companies mentioned：日本放送協會（NHK）、NHK World JAPAN、東京都警視廳、日本東京放送電視台（TBS）
Sweden announced it will purchase 4 FDI medium-sized frigates from French shipbuilder Naval Group. The move is one of the country's largest military investments since the 80s and aims to increase naval air-defense capabilities threefold in response to regional threats in the Baltic Sea.
Companies mentioned：法國海軍船舶集團（Naval Group）、瑞典電視台（SVT）、瑞典國防大學(Swedish Defence University)、瑞典日報（SvD）
Original金管會正研議開放指數連結型保險商品（IUL、FIA），壽險公會已提交包含法規、商品設計、銷售資格等5大面向建議。金管會仍在審核，強調法規配套完備後才會開放，目前尚無定論。
Companies mentioned：金管會 (金融監督管理委員會)、壽險公會、金管會保險局、國際證監會組織 (IOSCO)、保險國際業務分公司 (OIU)
Original半導體設備龍頭ASML執行長福克於比利時imec會議上宣布，採用其最新高數值孔徑（High NA）EUV設備製造的首批晶片將在數月內問世。他強調，儘管設備昂貴，但能降低先進晶片的圖案化成本，此說法旨在回應台積電先前對其高價的疑慮。
Companies mentioned：台積電、imec、路透社
Original法國廣播愛樂樂團將在候任音樂總監梵志登帶領下，睽違16年再度訪台。樂團將與鋼琴家康特洛夫合作，於5月22至24日在台北、高雄演出德布西、拉威爾等經典曲目。
Companies mentioned：法國廣播愛樂樂團、巴哈靈感
Original國民黨宜蘭縣長參選人吳宗憲舉辦首場大型懇託會，獲台北市長蔣萬安跨市力挺。會中聚焦於推動北宜產業連結、交通整合，及為宜蘭爭取更多財政資源。
Companies mentioned：國民黨、台灣民眾黨宜蘭縣黨部
Iran's military warned that it would open a new front if the United States resumes attacks and said it was strengthening its military capabilities during the ceasefire. Meanwhile, Qatar, which is mediating, said Pakistan-led peace talks would need more time to reach an agreement.
Companies mentioned：伊朗學生通訊社（ISNA）
Original世界衛生組織示警，剛果民主共和國因邦迪布吉歐病毒株引發的伊波拉疫情恐將曠日持久。WHO正緊急評估候選疫苗與療法，但現有疫苗對此病毒株無效，新疫苗供應最快需兩個月。
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung visited 伯恩大學 in Switzerland and, on behalf of the government, donated 80,000 Swiss francs for the “Penglai Scholarship.” He stressed Taiwan's key role in global supply chains and expressed hope for cooperation in emerging technologies such as semiconductors and AI. 外交部
Companies mentioned：外交部、伯恩大學、伯恩大學世界貿易研究院 (WTI)、台灣大學
Original芬蘭赫爾辛基的極光動漫展於16、17日盛大舉行，吸引逾1萬2千名流行文化愛好者。活動匯集Cosplay、電玩、動漫等多樣元素，並邀請多位國際影星與漫畫家與粉絲互動，場面熱烈。
Companies mentioned：Marvel、DC Comics
A knife attack at a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai's Pudong district left 3 people injured after a 59-year-old man with a history of treatment for mental illness stabbed them. Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that 2 of the injured were Japanese, but their conditions were unknown.
Companies mentioned：共同社
三圓建設 plans to sell its investment property, Dunbei Great Wall, due to insufficient available funds, seeking to raise about NT$110 million to repay principal and interest on corporate bonds due May 27.
Companies mentioned：三圓建設
Original新光人壽增提475億元外匯準備金，並在資產項下同額增列，使淨值不變。此會計作法引起金管會關注，要求業者釐清其是否符合會計原則，並將進行檢視評估。新壽回應將持續與主管機關溝通。
Companies mentioned：新光人壽
115054th Grand Lotto draw tonight with numbers 22,38,04,26,20,47 and special 27.
The winning numbers for Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115122 were 04, 32, 06, 24 and 31; the 3-Star number was 560, and the 4-Star number was 9776, Central News Agency reported from Taipei on the 19th.
Original櫃買中心宣布，包含弘塑、川寶在內的13家上櫃公司將自6月1日起調整產業類別。此為依據公司財報進行的定期檢視，旨在使分類更符合公司實際業務，調整後證券代號不變。
Companies mentioned：櫃買中心、川寶、泰茂、全域、弘塑、斐成、台聯電訊、欣厚、光譜電工、廣運、華電聯網、中湛、友鋮、智通科創
The portable altitude chamber (PAC) on Shei-Pa National Park's Holy Ridge was functioning properly after its annual inspection in April. Soon afterward, a hiker developed severe altitude sickness at Sumida Hut in late April. The group used the PAC to stabilize the hiker's vital signs and endured 2 days of bad weather before the patient was safely rescued.
Companies mentioned：雪霸國家公園管理處、社團法人台灣野外地區緊急救護協會
Data from 美國財政部 showed that China cut its holdings of U.S. Treasury securities by $41 billion in March, bringing the total to $652.3 billion, an 18-year low. Experts said the move was prompted by financial turmoil triggered by geopolitical conflicts and demand for safe-haven assets.
Companies mentioned：美國財政部、路透社、第一財經、中國人民銀行金融研究所
Original教育部長鄭英耀視察嘉義市三所學校，允諾補助逾千萬元經費，用於改善網球場、地坪、電力系統等設施，旨在提升學生學習環境與校園安全。
Companies mentioned：教育部、嘉義女中、嘉義特殊教育學校、蘭潭國小
To mark the 37th anniversary of the death of democracy activist Zhan Yihua, groups including 長老教會 held a memorial service in Chiayi. Attending physician Chen Yongxing tearfully recalled the past and, alongside County Magistrate Weng Zhangliang and others, stressed that although Taiwan is now a sovereign, independent country, the goal of “founding a nation” remains unfulfilled, urging all sectors to defend the gains of democracy.
Companies mentioned：長老教會、民進黨
Taiwanese author Yang Shuangzi’s Taiwan Travelogue has been shortlisted for the International Booker Prize, a first for Taiwanese literature. Its British publisher is considering releasing a special edition with recipes if the book wins, in response to readers’ enthusiastic reception of its captivating descriptions of food.
Companies mentioned：And Other Stories、中央社、泰特現代美術館 (Tate Modern)、倫敦大學亞非學院 (SOAS)、文化部駐英國代表處文化組、聯合國教育、科學及文化組織 (UNESCO)
統一 Group’s cosmetics and drugstore chain 康是美 announced that it now has 600 stores across Taiwan, surpassing rival 屈臣氏 for the first time to become the island’s leading chain in the sector. The milestone coincides with the opening of its new multifunctional “愿秀” store in Nangang, showcasing a new strategy combining beauty, health and lifestyle.
Companies mentioned：統一、康是美、星巴克、屈臣氏、7-ELEVEN、路易莎
The Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), bringing together more than 60 lawmakers from 30 countries, issued a joint statement stressing that Taiwan’s right to self-determination must be respected and that Taiwan must participate in any international discussions concerning its future.
Companies mentioned：對中政策跨國議會聯盟 (IPAC)、歐洲議會 (European Parliament)、民進黨、民眾黨
A fatal train-bus collision occurred recently in Bangkok, Thailand. Experts said the crash was not merely the result of driver error, but also exposed systemic problems including traffic congestion, outdated safety systems and the public’s disregard for risk. The accident prompted public scrutiny, and experts urged the government to pursue structural reforms such as elevating railway lines.
Companies mentioned：結構工程師協會、泰國交通部鐵路運輸局 (DRT)、泰國國鐵
The 國立台灣交響樂團 will be led by principal guest conductor Shui Lan in a collaboration with internationally renowned twin cellists Wu Pei-hsuan and Wu Pei-chi to perform Finnish composer Aho’s highly challenging Double Cello Concerto.
Companies mentioned：國立台灣交響樂團、英國BBC管弦樂團、新加坡交響樂團、英國皇家蘇格蘭國家交響樂團、倫敦愛樂管弦樂團、衛武營國家藝術文化中心
The Lienchiang District Prosecutors Office and the county government’s Department of Government Ethics jointly held a workshop examining profiteering in public works procurement and vote-buying methods. The aim is to promote civil servants’ awareness of integrity and the rule of law, reduce corruption risks and safeguard fair elections.
Companies mentioned：福建連江地方檢察署、連江縣政府政風處
A rare spontaneous diaphragmatic hernia in an 85-year-old woman in Miaoli caused her colon to enter the chest cavity and press on her organs, making her vomit after every meal. 大千綜合醫院 successfully treated her with minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and also removed a diseased gallbladder. She is recovering well.
Companies mentioned：大千綜合醫院
Russian President Vladimir Putin set off for Beijing after U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to China, where he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in an effort to demonstrate the countries’ close strategic partnership. The visit comes as Russia faces international isolation over the war in Ukraine and grows more economically dependent on China.
Companies mentioned：克里姆林宮、布魯金斯研究所 (Brookings Institution)、大西洋理事會 (Atlantic Council)
遠傳電信 announced that it has become an authorized Taiwan reseller for Amazon’s Amazon Leo low-Earth-orbit satellite service. 中華電信 welcomed the move, emphasizing its “multi-orbit, multi-constellation” integration strategy and saying it remains open to cooperation with all international operators.
Companies mentioned：遠傳電信、亞馬遜 (Amazon)、中華電信、OneWeb、SES
Foreign investors sold more than 63.2 billion worth of Taiwan stocks on the 19th, sending the market sharply lower. They mainly trimmed active ETFs and technology stocks such as 台積電 and 華邦電, shifting funds into defensive financial and telecommunications stocks.
Companies mentioned：華邦電、南亞科、台積電、旺宏、元大台灣50、群創、力積電、台新金、永豐金、中信金、國泰金、兆豐金、中華電、富邦金、華南金、台灣大、凱基金、統一投信、元大投信
The British Financial Times reported that the U.S. naval blockade of Iran is working, preventing the country from exporting oil to the Far East. Large quantities of crude have been forced into storage aboard aging tankers in the Persian Gulf, creating a buildup of offshore inventories.
Companies mentioned：金融時報 (Financial Times)、聯合反對核子伊朗 (United Against Nuclear Iran, UANI)、美國海軍、美軍中央司令部 (CENTCOM)、Kpler
There has been a new development in the case of Mango founder Isak Andic, who fell to his death from a cliff. His son Jonathan was detained by Spanish police over inconsistencies in his testimony, and the investigation has shifted from an accident to a possible murder.
Companies mentioned：Mango、Zara、富比世雜誌
Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang shared Taiwan’s achievement of meeting its hepatitis C elimination target 5 years ahead of schedule at a forum on the sidelines of the WHA, earning praise from international experts. Taiwan’s successful model includes cross-agency cooperation, dual-track screening and the use of databases. Taiwan has applied for WHO certification and hopes to share its experience.
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織（WHO）、衛生福利部、外交部、世界C肝消除聯盟
北藝中心 and 朱宗慶打擊樂團 have co-produced the “Percussion Blue Box” series, inviting Europe-based percussionists Wu Hsin-hsuan and Hsieh Meng-fu to present cross-disciplinary performances at the Blue Box Theater: “Simulation Game,” which combines percussion with circus, and “The Elephant in the Room,” adapted from literature.
Companies mentioned：北藝中心、朱宗慶打擊樂團、法國史特拉斯堡打擊樂團、德國曼海姆音樂與藝術大學
After slogans criticizing the government appeared on a pedestrian bridge beside Taipei’s Shuiyuan Market, the city government painted over the glass, sparking controversy. The city said the work was a beautification project requested by residents and that the color was chosen to match nearby buildings, denying it was intended to block the slogans.
Companies mentioned：台北市政府、台北市工務局新工處、台北市環保局、銘傳國小、台灣大學
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited South Korea and held shuttle diplomacy talks with President Lee Jae-myung, emphasizing the importance of Japan-South Korea-U.S. security and energy cooperation amid global instability.
Before traveling to Europe for the WHA, Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang made brief visits to Britain and France to study their community-based aging and home-care models, hoping to draw on their experience to upgrade Taiwan’s “Long-Term Care 3.0.”
Companies mentioned：阿斯特捷利康（AZ）、林口長庚
In the losers’ bracket championship game at the Wang Chen-chih Youth Baseball Tournament, Taoyuan City’s offense erupted as Lin Chun-wei hit 2 home runs to lead the team to a 14-0 rout of Chiayi County and a place in the final four.
Kyodo Public Relations unveiled a roadmap to expand the role of its AI agent Iris from secretary to PR work and AI promotion. It outlined a strategy to develop and use AI as an “organizational asset.”
Companies mentioned：共同ピーアール株式会社
Piconanotech has launched its high-performance cleaning water “Piconano Clean,” developed using patented technology, for presale on Makuake. Pico-nanobubbles and strongly alkaline electrolyzed water deliver both high cleaning power and safety.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マクアケ
Gucci ambassador Lee Know of Stray Kids arrived at Gimpo Airport wearing the latest collection ahead of a shoot in Tokyo.
Companies mentioned：ケリング
Sakura Forest’s functional green juice “百明青汁” has sold out amid strong demand, and reservations will open on May 12, 2026. Its formula is designed to target joints, muscles and fat simultaneously.
Companies mentioned：さくらフォレスト株式会社
Liber Entertainment announced that the 10th anniversary live event for “A3!” will be held in April 2027, and that an EP featuring the theme song for the fifth main story arc will be released in September 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リベル・エンタテインメント
Ulike named Mirei Kiritani as its new ambassador and launched the latest “Air 10 Max” series of light-based beauty devices.
Companies mentioned：ユーライクジャパン株式会社
WACTOR is holding a project for illustrators offering the chance to appear in a “FAPON” TV commercial. If the goal is reached, participants’ original characters will be featured in the broadcast.
Companies mentioned：アニマックス、YouTube、X、pixiv
Calvin Klein announced an exclusive capsule collection with global ambassador Jung Kook. His first fashion collaboration features items reflecting his style, with a global rollout beginning May 20.
Actor Tadanobu Asano appeared at the 79th Cannes Film Festival wearing a Louis Vuitton tuxedo.
Actor Yukino Kishii appeared at the 79th Cannes Film Festival wearing Louis Vuitton. She expressed the Maison’s world with a pink dress and luxurious high jewelry.
ABEMA announced the results of a fan poll for the “most memorable yakuman” at the M League 2025-26 season closing ceremony. First place went to Kazunori Takizawa’s Suu Ankou. The “M Tournament 2026,” starting in June, was also announced.
Companies mentioned：EX風林火山、KONAMI麻雀格闘倶楽部、KADOKAWAサクラナイツ、BEAST X
Wombo Games has released “Gulag,” a major update for the ARPG “Raiders of Blackveil,” currently in Steam Early Access. The update adds new content and offline play.
Companies mentioned：Wombo Games、Steam、IO インタラクティブ、スクウェア・エニックス
株式会社Librex will hold the third installment of “b-Radio” in its AI community “b-Crew” on May 25. The program will explain real-world applications of Claude Code and encourage practical use of AI.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Librex、株式会社AI棒
ブライトリング’s signature Chronomat gets a new design. It retains its iconic look while adopting a fully integrated case and bracelet, along with a fine-adjustment mechanism.
Companies mentioned：ブライトリング、イタリア空軍
The Hyogo Block Council will hold the “Sanda Regional Club Festival” in 三田市 on May 23. As extracurricular activities shift to community-based programs, more than 20 clubs will gather for trial sessions and other activities.
Companies mentioned：三田市、三田市教育委員会、さんだ地域クラブフェスティバル実行委員会
The children’s tablet “POCKAM P10 KID” is on sale at approximately 35% off on Amazon. It comes with educational apps and dedicated accessories, and is aimed at home learning.
Companies mentioned：Amazon、Google
株式会社プエンテ has revamped its internal AI agent structure to 3 tiers with a total of 35 agents. The new setup combines faster development with high-quality operations run by a small team.
Companies mentioned：株式会社プエンテ
VTuber Akami Karubi of Crazy Raccoon has announced her first nationwide solo tour. Free fan events will be held in 4 cities in June, followed by paid talk events at Zepp Haneda in July.
Companies mentioned：Crazy Raccoon、三井ショッピングパーク、三井アウトレットパーク、イオンモール、DISK GARAGE、イープラス
株式会社リビングギャラリー will hold “Livi Kon,” a matchmaking event for people in their 30s, in Niigata Prefecture in July 2026. The event aims to support important life events in the local community.
Companies mentioned：NSGグループ、FM-NIIGATA
TAC株式会社 will hold an event for aspiring public servants at TAC Ikebukuro School on May 26, 2026. Current employees of the special wards and the courts will explain their work and study strategies.
Companies mentioned：TAC株式会社