# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-21 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 6 of 6

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 498 items from 2 sources; Japan, 39 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## HACCI 髙島屋京都店 リニューアルオープン

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000104.000054562.html
- anchor: #n451782
- Companies mentioned: HACCI、髙島屋

HACCIが髙島屋京都店を2026年5月21日にリニューアルオープン。限定セットや購入特典を用意。

## New award honoring relief pitchers, the “損保ジャパン HIKESHI賞”: Central and Pacific League rankings released

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000159136.html
- anchor: #n451781
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人日本野球機構、データスタジアム株式会社、広島東洋カープ、読売ジャイアンツ、千葉ロッテマリーンズ、福岡ソフトバンクホークス、埼玉西武ライオンズ、東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、ベースボール・マガジン社

The first midseason rankings for the “HIKESHI賞,” a new award established by 損害保険ジャパン and NPB to recognize relief pitchers, have been announced.

## TXP Medical and トータルフューチャーヘルスケア conduct survey on drowning incidents in home bathtubs

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000163.000031630.html
- anchor: #n451780
- Companies mentioned: TXP Medical株式会社、トータルフューチャーヘルスケア株式会社

TXP Medical and トータルフューチャーヘルスケア conducted a survey on drownings in bathtubs. Survival rates after cardiac arrest are extremely low, highlighting the importance of putting early-detection solutions into practical use.

## GBP updates low-voltage transformers for solar power to improve on-site workability — reviewing delivery, wiring and EMS installation to support construction sites

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000172.000110590.html
- anchor: #n451779

GBP株式会社 has updated its low-voltage transformers for solar power to improve ease of installation. The transformers support forklift delivery and EMS integration, helping construction sites facing labor shortages.

## What are snacks in an era when 92% eat alone? — New marketing opportunities among Generation α and Generation Z, between “necessities” and “rewards”

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000270.000020367.html
- anchor: #n451778

A survey on snack consumption among Generation α and Generation Z has been released. It found that 92% eat snacks alone and that gummies have become a staple, revealing how snacks are evolving into personal mood-management tools.

## 株式会社Stayway, operator of “Subsidy Cloud,” analyzes grant-award trends for the Large-Scale Growth Investment Subsidy (3rd and 4th rounds)

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000028016.html
- anchor: #n451777
- Companies mentioned: Deloitte、金融庁、日本経済新聞

株式会社Stayway has released a report analyzing data from the 3rd and 4th application rounds of the Large-Scale Growth Investment Subsidy, which offers up to 5 billion yen. The report is available to paid users of Subsidy Cloud and aims to help applicant companies develop their strategies.

## [Exclusive to ABC-MART] “This lightness will change your next step.” New visuals unveiled for アディダス PARK ST LITE. Featuring Tamaki Imai, Nene Tokita and Satsuki Nagahama, plus a special collaboration with the “瞬間seju” short film

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000841.000074055.html
- anchor: #n451776
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エービーシー・マート、アディダス、GROVE株式会社

ABC Mart will launch a new campaign for アディダス’ “PARK ST LITE” on May 21. The promotion will feature 3 talents popular with Generation Z and run across social media.

## [Tokutoku] Summer-only menu and value summer lunch menu go on sale May 22

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000914.000122416.html
- anchor: #n451775
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社家族亭

The udon chain 得得 will begin selling 4 summer-only menu items on May 22, 2026. Addressing the intense summer heat, the offerings will be available at 58 locations nationwide, with themes of vibrant color, stamina, refreshment and eel.

## “118th Committee on Balancing and Supply-Demand Assessments, Including Adjustment Capability”: What will happen to blackout costs and adjustment capability?

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000013775.html
- anchor: #n451794
- Companies mentioned: 電力広域的運営推進機関（OCCTO）

BESS NEWS has published a practical explainer based on materials from OCCTO’s 118th committee meeting. It outlines the supply-demand outlook for the Tokyo area in summer 2026 and ways to use blackout costs in the BESS business.

## “The higher the position, the harder it is to take time off”: 44% of managers handle work messages on their personal smartphones even on days off [2026 Survey on Corporate Phone Operations / Cloud PBX MOT/TEL survey]

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000874.000008585.html
- anchor: #n451793
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バルテック

VALTEC reported that 44.4% of managers are required to respond to work-related messages on days off and other nonworking times. It proposes separating phone numbers using a cloud PBX as a solution.

## New Toyota AE86 wireless mouse from “Initial D” now on general sale!

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:38:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001349.000040971.html
- anchor: #n451769
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイス、トヨタ自動車株式会社、株式会社講談社

CAMSHOP.JP has revamped its wireless mouse inspired by the AE86 from “Initial D” and begun general sales. New features include a mechanism that opens and closes the retractable headlights.

## World first!? Resort-style entertainment office completed

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000166160.html
- anchor: #n451771

Unitomo Works Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku, Tokyo) completed a “resort-style entertainment office” themed around a Balinese resort on the 1st and 2nd floors of Shinjuku Seven Building, in front of its headquarters, in February 2026. The semi-fitted office features an immersive design throughout, including projection mapping recreating a shoreline, a real tuk-tuk, and a stairwell inspired by a cave and waterfall in the mountains of Bali. It is planned to be leased to external tenants. The company, which supports corporate real estate strategies, was founded on July 1, 2024.

## “＆PLACE Kyobashi,” a shared office for companies with 10 or fewer employees, to open in July 2026

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000093415.html
- anchor: #n451770

株式会社LOOPLACE will open “＆PLACE Kyobashi,” a shared office for startups and small businesses with 1–10 employees, in July 2026. It will offer 4 plans to accommodate diverse working styles and help tenants create a base that reflects who they are.

## BOD releases helpful guide, “The Definitive Guide to Employee Onboarding and Offboarding”!

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:20:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000152.000096110.html
- anchor: #n451772

BOD, a comprehensive outsourcing company, has released a guide to reduce the workload involved when employees join or leave a company. The guide includes checklists and supports more efficient back-office operations.

## [Event report] Demonstration event held for robot rice seeding in paddy fields

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:09:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000172474.html
- anchor: #n449376
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テムザック、DEN農、SREホールディングス株式会社、株式会社Revitalize、VoyageBright合同会社

ineRobo株式会社 held a demonstration event for robot-assisted rice seeding in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. It proposed the compact robot Raicho No. 1 as a solution to the aging agricultural workforce.

## Developing purposeful individuals’ self-directed leadership through succession planning and HRBPs [Archive now available]

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000351.000056057.html
- anchor: #n449378
- Companies mentioned: HR GENESIS株式会社、いすゞ自動車株式会社、4designs株式会社、株式会社協和銀行、りそな銀行、HOYA株式会社、AIU保険、AIG損害保険、カゴメ株式会社

The Protean Career Association has made an archived seminar on succession strategy available, featuring former Isuzu CHRO Masato Arisawa. It explains methods for autonomously developing next-generation leaders as part of human capital management.

## New regular show “選ばれし頂点サマ” presents an “unprecedented animal-lulling quiz”! Dogs, cats and even pigs!? Guess the godlike expert’s incredible techniques for a chance to win an Amazon digital gift card!

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002270.000002734.html
- anchor: #n449377
- Companies mentioned: テレビ東京

テレビ東京が、公式LINEを活用した視聴者参加型クイズキャンペーンを5月下旬放送の3番組で実施する。正解数に応じてAmazonデジタルギフトカードが当たる仕組み。

## Credit cards are shifting from “everyone has one” to “choosing which one to use”: What matters when getting a second card?

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000491.000018246.html
- anchor: #n449371

Forit’s “Mediverse” surveyed credit card ownership. It found that 74.2% have a card and that the main reason for getting a second card is a “high rewards rate.”

## 2026 Web Market Yearbook: How AI is reshaping the internet

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:33:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000100064.html
- anchor: #n449372
- Companies mentioned: Sensor Tower、Alphabet、Meta、Amazon

A 2026 report from Sensor Tower found that AI assistants are fundamentally changing online behavior and beginning to draw engagement away from search and social media.

## The weak yen is accelerating demand for “side jobs,” with “earning foreign currency” emerging as an option.

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000114135.html
- anchor: #n449373
- Companies mentioned: Color WiTh株式会社

Color WiTh株式会社’s “Side Job Academy” has launched a new “Overseas Project Introduction Course” for people seeking to earn foreign currency. Against a backdrop of the weak yen and rising prices, it helps people with no prior experience earn income through overseas freelance platforms.

## Special event for Seafarers’ Day on June 25: Free networking event for students in the maritime industry to be held on a Kobe cruise

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000041818.html
- anchor: #n449374
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エイ・アイ・エス

AIS will hold a free maritime networking event for students in Kobe on June 21. Marking Seafarers’ Day, the event aims to introduce young people to the appeal of the shipping industry.

## Kazunari Ninomiya appointed ambassador! One-day-only special event “Secret Cinema” will screen a film without revealing its title until the day

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000168622.html
- anchor: #n449123
- Companies mentioned: TOHOシネマズ

“Secret Cinema,” a special screening with the title kept under wraps, organized by the “Let’s Go to the Movies!” Executive Committee, is set for June 25, 2026. Kazunari Ninomiya has been appointed ambassador.

## [Sold out] TikTok live-commerce channel “燕チャンネル” sells out supplement “11-1,” developed based on University of Tokyo research, in about 10 minutes, recording more than 800 units sold

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000090341.html
- anchor: #n449122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Sホールディングス、株式会社アンテナ

Supplement “11-1,” based on University of Tokyo research, sold out in about 10 minutes and surpassed 800 units sold on “燕チャンネル,” operated by S Holdings.

## Member company 東急建設株式会社’s initiative: Participation in the development of “I DO NOTO BASE” in Ishikawa Prefecture using wooden mobile architecture

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000082040.html
- anchor: #n449121
- Companies mentioned: 東急建設株式会社、向設計合同会社、一般社団法人日本オフサイト建築協会

Tokyu Construction is participating in the development of “I DO NOTO BASE,” an entrepreneurship support facility in Ishikawa Prefecture. It will build residential facilities using the wooden mobile structure “Mokutasu Cube.”

## Bungeishunju’s sports magazine Sports Graphic Number issue 1144, “20th Anniversary of His Retirement: The Legacy of Deep Impact,” goes on sale Thursday, May 21!

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000988.000043732.html
- anchor: #n449120
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社文藝春秋

Bungeishunju will release issue 1144 of Sports Graphic Number on May 21, featuring a special section marking 20 years since champion racehorse Deep Impact’s retirement.

## A must-read for history fans! Yoshihiko Amino, Shichihei Yamamoto, Ryotaro Shiba, Seicho Matsumoto… An all-star cast of historians comes together in “How Has Japanese History Been Narrated?” (Shincho Sensho), on sale today!

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002936.000047877.html
- anchor: #n449119
- Companies mentioned: 新潮社

A new book by Professor Yuri Kono, “How Has Japanese History Been Narrated?”, went on sale on May 21, 2026. It examines the diverse intellectual landscape surrounding postwar views of history.

## The definitive study of the Japanese psyche by a leading intellectual: “The Japanese Mind I: The Structure of Authority and Atmosphere” is on sale today!

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002937.000047877.html
- anchor: #n449118
- Companies mentioned: 新潮社

Keishi Saeki’s new book, “The Japanese Mind I: The Structure of Authority and Atmosphere,” was published by 新潮社 on May 21. The first installment in a series that explores Japanese modes of thought through the structure of authority and atmosphere.

## Ukrainian scholar: Visits to China by US and Russian leaders have limited impact; Beijing continues to back Moscow

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:25:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605210018.aspx
- anchor: #n451795
- Companies mentioned: 華為、路透社、Novyny

Ukrainian scholar 溥猷立 said recent visits to China by US and Russian leaders have had limited impact on the Russia-Ukraine war, and predicted that Beijing would continue to expand its support for Russia to pressure the West. He warned that the Russia-Ukraine war and the situation in the Taiwan Strait are closely linked, and that Europe's ability to aid Taiwan would be constrained if China attacked Taiwan.

## In response to President Lai's inaugural address, US says it expects continued cooperation with Taiwan and urges China to stop applying pressure

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:25:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605210017.aspx
- anchor: #n451796
- Companies mentioned: 美國國務院、美國賓州大學裴利世界學院（Perry World House）

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te emphasized maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait in his inaugural address and said he was willing to engage with China on the principle of equality. 美國國務院 responded that it looked forward to continued cooperation with Taiwan and urged Beijing to stop applying pressure and begin dialogue.

## Taiwan excluded from WHA for 10th straight year; 26 countries and EU speak in support of Taiwan

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:22:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605210016.aspx
- anchor: #n451797
- Companies mentioned: 世界衛生組織 (WHO)、聯合國 (UN)、歐盟 (EU)、外交部

Taiwan was not invited to participate in the World Health Assembly (WHA) for the 10th consecutive year, but during the meeting in Geneva, 11 diplomatic allies, 15 like-minded countries and the EU took turns speaking in support. Representatives of various countries stressed that excluding Taiwan would weaken global health defenses, and said the move stemmed from a misinterpretation of relevant United Nations resolutions.

## Italian edition of “Taiwan Travelogue” to be published in 2027; translator is in residence in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-05-21T08:14:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605210015.aspx
- anchor: #n451798
- Companies mentioned: Fazi Editore、台灣文學基地、台灣文學館、University of Milan-Bicocca

Following its win of the International Booker Prize, Italian-language rights to the Taiwanese novel “Taiwan Travelogue” were acquired by Fazi Editore, with publication expected in 2027. The book will be translated by renowned Sinologist 傅雪蓮, who is currently in residence at 台灣文學基地.

## 日職阪神虎驚天逆轉秀 扳回7分差擊敗中日龍

- Published: 2026-05-21T07:25:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605210014.aspx
- anchor: #n449379
- Companies mentioned: 阪神虎、中日龍、日刊體育

The Hanshin Tigers staged a stunning comeback at Koshien Stadium last night. After falling behind 中日龍 0-7, 阪神虎 scored consecutive runs in the bottom of the 7th and 8th innings, then won 8-7 in the bottom of the 9th on a walk-off solo home run by Shota Morishita.

## AI熱潮帶動 輝達Q1財報營收創新高

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:44:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605210013.aspx
- anchor: #n449375
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、Nvidia

US AI chip giant 輝達 released its first-quarter results, with strong demand for AI hardware driving quarterly revenue to $81.6 billion, a record high that exceeded market expectations. The performance underscores its pivotal role in global AI infrastructure.

## Middle East tensions show signs of easing; international oil prices plunge

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:20:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605210012.aspx
- anchor: #n449124
- Companies mentioned: 紐約商品交易所

Markets were buoyed by news that US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran had entered the “final stage,” raising hopes that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would resume and sending international oil prices sharply lower on the 20th. Both New York and London benchmark crude futures fell more than 5%.

## US stocks rebound to close higher as markets await Nvidia results

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:12:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605210011.aspx
- anchor: #n449125
- Companies mentioned: Nvidia

US stocks rebounded to close higher on the 20th as markets anticipated results from AI chip leader Nvidia (Nvidia). Technology and chip stocks led the gains, with the 三 major indexes each rising more than 1%, while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 4.49%.

## HIMARS at Japan firing range; US media says latest missiles could hit targets in Taiwan Strait

- Published: 2026-05-21T06:07:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605210010.aspx
- anchor: #n449126
- Companies mentioned: 朝日新聞、美聯社 (AP)、美軍中央司令部 (CENTCOM)

The US military conducted its second HIMARS rocket system firing exercise at a training area near Mount Fuji in Japan, aiming to strengthen regional deterrence. US media analysis says that if the system is equipped with new long-range missiles, it could strike targets in the Taiwan Strait from Japan, deterring China. The exercise drew local opposition because it crossed a national highway, but was later approved conditionally after coordination.

## NYT: US and Israel once plotted regime change in Iran, planned to install hard-line former president

- Published: 2026-05-21T05:54:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605210009.aspx
- anchor: #n449117
- Companies mentioned: 紐約時報（The New York Times）

According to The New York Times, early in the war with Iran, the United States and Israel plotted regime change and planned to install hard-line former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. However, an airstrike intended to rescue him accidentally wounded him, causing the plan to fail.