AI News 180m Report

2026-05-21 15:00–18:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 959 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 88 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 (continued)(88)

TPBL announces Most Improved Player finalists; Tseng Po-yu, Ting Sheng-ju and Chuang Po-yuan vie for award

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

台灣職業籃球大聯盟TPBL announced the finalists for the Most Improved Player award for the 2025-26 season: Tseng Po-yu of the Lioneers, Ting Sheng-ju of the Mars and Chuang Po-yuan of the Leopards. The award is decided by a media vote and recognizes players' significant improvement.

Companies mentioned:台灣職業籃球大聯盟TPBL、新竹御嵿攻城獅、台北台新戰神、桃園台啤永豐雲豹、P.LEAGUE+

Nvidia forecast lifts SoftBank; Japanese stocks close higher

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Japanese stocks closed higher, led by technology shares, mainly on Nvidia's upbeat revenue forecast and a sharp rise in SoftBank shares. Hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal also boosted sentiment, and the Nikkei 225 surged 3.14% at the close.

Companies mentioned:輝達(Nvidia)、軟銀集團

Aogu Wetland film "A Song of Life Together" wins recognition at Houston film festival

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original農業部林業及自然保育署嘉義分署製作的生態影片「共譜生命之歌」,以紀實影像展現鰲鼓濕地的自然共生樣貌,榮獲2026年休士頓國際影視展評審團特別獎,旨在喚起大眾對環境保育的關注。

Companies mentioned:農業部林業及自然保育署嘉義分署、休士頓國際影視展

Lu Shiow-yen writes to central government asking whether Taichung MRT Green Line extension can be built in stages

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taichung MRT Green Line extension plan has stalled over the urban plan for the Changhua section. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen will write to the central government to ask whether the northern extension to Dakeng can be built separately. The proposal came from a city councilor, but the Transportation Bureau is concerned that splitting the project would make the contract too small for the procurement of electrical and mechanical works.

Companies mentioned:台中市議會、民進黨、市府捷運工程局、交通部、台中市政府、台中市交通局

KMT alleges drone contractors have 'green connections'; Cabinet: baseless and arbitrary allegations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original國民黨立委質疑國防部無人機標案圖利「綠友友」,點名碳基科技高層背景。行政院發言人李慧芝駁斥為無的放矢,並表示不予置評。

Companies mentioned:國民黨、行政院、國防部、碳基科技、中央社

Philippines orders arrest of senator Dela Rosa, wanted by ICC over drug war

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Philippine government ordered the arrest of Senator Dela Rosa. He is wanted by the 國際刑事法院(ICC) for crimes against humanity over his key role in former President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs. The arrest could legally proceed after the Supreme Court rejected his petition for a restraining order.

Companies mentioned:國際刑事法院(ICC)、法新社、菲律賓最高法院

U.S. envoy says he will return to Greenland and establish more military bases

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

U.S. envoy to Greenland Landry said Washington must rebuild its influence and military presence on Greenland to address national security challenges. The move aligns with former President Donald Trump’s view and aims to prevent the strategic island from falling into the hands of China or Russia.

Companies mentioned:法新社

As countries tighten short-term rental checks, Airbnb adds hotel bookings and grocery delivery

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

As short-term rental regulations tighten worldwide, lodging company Airbnb announced it is transforming into an all-in-one travel platform. Its new services include boutique hotel bookings, car rentals, grocery delivery and AI customer service, aiming to compete with rivals such as Booking.com and develop new revenue streams.

Companies mentioned:Airbnb、Booking.com、Expedia

Wang Chieh-ling makes Asian Taekwondo Championships debut, seeks women’s team’s first gold in 10 years

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s 17-year-old taekwondo standout Wang Chieh-ling made her Asian Taekwondo Championships debut and scored successive wins in the women’s 46-kilogram division. She defeated a South Korean opponent in the semifinals to reach the gold-medal match, with a chance to win Taiwan’s women’s team its first gold in 10 years.

Companies mentioned:中央社

Man’s group of fraud mules worked with fake-investment scam ring; Changhua court sentences him to 9 years and 8 months

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A man surnamed Chiang worked with an overseas fake-investment scam ring, recruiting fraud mules in Taiwan to handle face-to-face cryptocurrency transactions and launder money. The Changhua District Court sentenced Chiang to 9 years and 8 months in prison under the Fraud Crime Hazard Prevention Act and other laws; the other accomplices were also sentenced.

Companies mentioned:台灣彰化地方法院

輝達 brings good news as Taiwan stocks return above 41300, rise 1347 points for fifth-biggest gain ever

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Buoyed by positive 輝達 earnings, Taiwan stocks staged a sharp rebound, surging 1347 points at the close to retake the 41300 mark and post their fifth-biggest gain ever. Heavyweight stocks and passive components advanced together, with trading value topping NT$1.1 trillion.

Companies mentioned:輝達、台積電、台達電、聯發科、鴻海、國巨、華新科、禾伸堂、信昌電、統一投顧、新應材、波若威、健策、創意、鴻勁、雙鴻、蘋果

Growth allowance criticized as wasteful spending; Cabinet says strategic investment will maintain fiscal discipline

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The 行政院 responded to President Lai Ching-te’s proposed growth allowance for ages 0-18, rejecting claims that it was election-related handout spending. It stressed that the policy is a long-term strategic investment to address the declining birthrate and pledged to maintain fiscal discipline.

Companies mentioned:行政院、衛福部、立法院、民進黨政府、國民黨立法院黨團

Mingli Village levee-raising completed early; 水利署 closely monitors sediment upstream on the Matai’an River

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In response to last year’s typhoon damage, 水利署 accelerated reconstruction along the Matai’an River. The levee-raising project in Mingli Village was completed ahead of schedule on May 15, with 22.1 million cubic meters of river dredging completed. However, 200 million cubic meters of sediment remain upstream, posing a potential threat, and relevant agencies will continue monitoring the situation.

Companies mentioned:水利署、行政院、經濟部、農業部、內政部、經濟委員會、民眾黨、公共工程委員會、國民黨、河川署

Police station rebuilt for tens of millions of dollars sits unused less than 1 year later; locals hope to put it to use

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Five police stations in the Taitung South Link area have been left unused after police staffing cuts, including Tufan Police Station, which was built at a cost of tens of millions of dollars and abandoned less than a year after opening. Local councilors and residents are urging that it be repurposed as a community center, and police said they agree in principle to let the community use it.

Companies mentioned:台東縣警察局、大武分局

Kinmen Deputy County Magistrate Li Wen-liang to open constituency office on 22nd, declare bid for county magistrate

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Independent Kinmen Deputy County Magistrate Li Wen-liang will open a constituency office on the 22nd and declare his candidacy for county magistrate. He will explain at the event whether he plans to resign. The move further complicates the Kinmen county race: the Kuomintang has already chosen a candidate, but there are also potential challengers within the party.

Companies mentioned:中國國民黨、民主進步黨

Transfer routes expanded at Kaohsiung Science and Technology Museum station; sidewalks to be added on Xianzheng Road

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Kaohsiung Public Works Bureau received central government funding to add a 350-meter sidewalk on Xianzheng Road in Lingya District, improving pedestrian safety for transfers around the Science and Technology Museum. Work is underway and is expected to be completed before Lunar New Year next year.

Companies mentioned:國立科學工藝博物館、高雄特教學校、凱旋國小、道明中學、聖功醫院、台鐵

Former Kaohsiung city councilor Lai Wen-teh still sentenced to 3 years and 8 months in vote-buying case on appeal

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original前國民黨高雄市議員賴文德因在2022年選舉中賄選,二審遭高雄高分院駁回上訴,維持一審3年8個月徒刑、褫奪公權4年的判決。他辯稱給選民的現金是工作費,但法院認定是變相賄賂。

Companies mentioned:國民黨、橋頭地方法院、台灣高等法院高雄分院

Three suspects detained over alleged sale of high-end 輝達 chip servers to China, Hong Kong and Macau

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Three men, including one surnamed Yu, allegedly bought Supermicro servers equipped with high-end NVIDIA chips and forged documents in an attempt to illegally export them to China, Hong Kong and Macau for profit. After conducting searches and questioning the suspects, prosecutors asked the court to detain them and bar visits.

Companies mentioned:輝達公司(NVIDIA)、美超微電腦股份有限公司(Supermicro)、海巡署基隆查緝隊

Car explodes in Lower Manhattan, New York; pedestrians shaken but no casualties

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:紐約市消防局(FDNY)、大都會交通運輸局(MTA)、美國廣播公司(ABC)、ABC7

New Taipei elementary and junior high schools plan to have students eat lunch at school 5 days a week starting next semester

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

New Taipei City announced that it will provide free nutritious lunches at elementary and junior high schools starting in the 115 academic year and encourage students to eat at school 5 days a week before heading home. The policy aims to ensure students eat regularly and reduce food safety risks; supporting measures for teachers are being developed.

Companies mentioned:新北市政府、新北市議會、民進黨、教育局

Digital Affairs Ministry: Meta has high market share; encourages use of AI to curb scams

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Executive Yuan’s anti-scam command center identified Meta as a major platform for scams and called for changes to its algorithms. The Digital Affairs Ministry said it will work with Meta to use AI technology to fight scams, as the platform’s high market share makes it easy to exploit.

Companies mentioned:Meta

June electronics and financial futures both rise

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taipei stocks surged on the 21st, with June electronics futures and financial futures both closing higher. Electronics futures settled at 2699 points and financial futures at 2559.80 points. Both traded at premiums to the spot market, reflecting market optimism.

Companies mentioned:期交所

AI demand supports power sector, which remains in the red-hot zone in April

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

台灣綜合研究院 announced that the power sector remained in the red-hot zone in April, signaling a buoyant economy. Strong AI demand kept semiconductor production capacity fully utilized, effectively offsetting pressure on traditional industries from the Middle East conflict. The economic growth rate in April is estimated at 10.3%.

Companies mentioned:台灣綜合研究院、台電

Kaohsiung’s “Dagang Read Ice” festival heads to Hamasen in July; vendor applications open now

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

高雄市觀光局 announced that its annual ice-cream festival, “Dagang Read Ice,” will be held in Hamasen in July, with vendor applications open from now through June 15. The event aims to showcase the area’s local ice-making history and culture, draw large crowds, and boost tourism and the local business district.

Companies mentioned:高雄市觀光局、高雄市衛生局、高雄市政府

Trump and Netanyahu have tense call, reveal differences over U.S.-Iran war

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are at odds over strategy toward Iran. Netanyahu favors an immediate military strike, but Trump paused attacks at the request of Persian Gulf countries and prioritized seeking a diplomatic solution, prompting anger and frustration in Israel.

Companies mentioned:美國有線電視新聞網(CNN)、Axios

Shohei Ohtani returns to two-way role, homers on first pitch of first inning and pitches 5 strong innings to help Dodgers shut out Padres [Video]

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Shohei Ohtani once again showcased his two-way prowess, homering in his first at-bat of the first inning and pitching 5 scoreless innings to lead the 洛杉磯道奇 to a 4-0 shutout of the 聖地牙哥教士.

Companies mentioned:洛杉磯道奇、聖地牙哥教士

June Taiwan stock index futures rise 1349 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taipei stocks surged on the 21st, closing up 1347.39 points at 41368.21. June Taiwan stock index futures also rose 1349 points, settling at 41473 points and trading at a premium.

Companies mentioned:台灣期貨交易所

Taiwan stocks rise 1347 points for fifth-biggest gain ever, return above 41300

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original受輝達財報激勵,台股21日由科技股領軍強彈,終場大漲1347.39點,收在41368.21點,創史上第五大漲點。權值股台積電、聯發科等均收高,成交值放大至新台幣1兆129.31億元。

Companies mentioned:輝達、台積電、台達電、聯發科、鴻海

Election billboard of Taipei councilor Yen Jo-fang vandalized; police refer 2 men for prosecution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

An election billboard in Datong District belonging to 民進黨 Taipei City Councilor Yen Jo-fang was spray-painted by 2 vandals. Police tracked down and arrested the suspects, who said they acted on a whim and had no political motive. The case was referred for prosecution on a property damage charge.

Companies mentioned:民進黨、台北市警察局大同分局、士林地方檢察署

Lin Wei-en returns to 2A, allows 1 run over 4.1 innings; Ko Ching-hsien hits grand slam in 1A

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original旅美投手林維恩因疲勞缺陣後復出,在運動家2A先發4.1局失1分,表現穩健。同日,道奇1A的柯敬賢在雙重賽首戰中敲出個人本季第8轟,是一支滿貫全壘打。

Companies mentioned:美國職棒小聯盟(MiLB)、運動家隊、道奇隊、休士頓太空人隊、洛杉磯道奇隊、西雅圖水手隊

Police refer couple for prosecution over alleged indecent conduct at Qingtiangang

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A couple were caught on live-stream footage engaging in indecent conduct at Qingtiangang in Yangmingshan. After receiving a report, Shilin police identified them using surveillance footage. The two turned themselves in on the 17th and admitted to the offense. The case was referred for prosecution on suspicion of public indecency.

Companies mentioned:士林警分局、士林地檢署、台北市警察局士林分局、山仔后派出所、陽明山國家公園

Taiwan stocks rise 1347.39 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

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Companies mentioned:群創、主動統一升級50、友達、主動統一台股增長、華邦電、富邦蘋果正二N、熙特爾-創、長廣、國巨*、嘉晶、隴華、愛普*、森崴能源、期街口布蘭特正2、越南控-DR

Kaohsiung officer suspected of failing to yield to pedestrian loses control and injures fellow officer; receives one major demerit

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

An off-duty Kaohsiung police officer was stopped while riding a motorcycle for allegedly failing to yield to a pedestrian. The officer lost control emotionally during the stop, tried to flee on the motorcycle and injured an officer on duty. The officer was eventually subdued and arrested, and the local precinct issued a major demerit.

Companies mentioned:高雄市政府警察局三民第一分局、鼓山分局、高雄地檢署

Man tries car doors at random and steals cash; Nantou prosecutors and police arrest him, court orders detention

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A man surnamed Li randomly opened unlocked car doors in the Nantou area late at night and stole valuables, committing 5 thefts. Nantou police tracked him down and arrested him in Taichung, and prosecutors’ request for his detention was approved.

Companies mentioned:南投縣政府警察局南投分局、南投地方檢察署

Threads tests new music feature in Taiwan; posts can include 30-second song clips

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Meta announced that its social platform Threads has begun testing a new music feature in Taiwan, allowing users to attach 30-second clips of licensed songs to posts and replies. The feature offers three visual styles and aims to foster interaction and a stronger sense of connection among users.

Companies mentioned:Meta、Facebook

Suspicious item prompts evacuation at Australian airport; bomb squad finds it is a hair-removal device

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Avalon Airport in Australia evacuated passengers and called in a bomb squad after a suspicious item was found during security screening. The item turned out to be a laser hair-removal device. The incident shut down the airport for four hours and delayed several flights.

Companies mentioned:澳洲廣播公司(Australian Broadcasting Corporation)、法新社

Original經部盼2030年無人機月產能10萬台 拚外銷占比5成

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced a goal of raising Taiwan’s monthly drone production capacity to 10万 units by 2030, with exports accounting for half. To boost competitiveness, it will focus on military-use commercial-spec products and develop key homegrown technologies such as chips and software.

Companies mentioned:經濟部產業發展署、工業技術研究院、美國無人機產業協會 (AUVSI)、國家中山科學研究院

Kaohsiung updates repair subsidies for aging homes; applications accepted through 8/21

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

高雄市工務局 announced the launch of the “Aging Home Lifespan Extension Subsidy Program,” accepting applications from now through Aug. 21. The program subsidizes repairs to exterior walls, waterproofing and other parts of apartments and townhouses that are at least 30 years old, to improve residential safety.

Companies mentioned:內政部、高雄市工務局、高雄市政府工務局建築管理處

U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean as U.S.-Cuba tensions rise

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Nimitz carrier strike group entered the Caribbean as U.S. relations with Cuba remained highly tense over legal prosecutions, presidential remarks and statements by officials. U.S. Southern Command stressed that the deployment was intended to maintain regional stability, while a series of political moves signaled a hard-line U.S. stance toward Cuba.

Companies mentioned:美國南方司令部(US Southern Command)、美國司法部、美國中央情報局(CIA)

Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示(7)

Corrected Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust) – 3rd period (2025/08/21-2026/02/20)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

SBI Asset Management has filed a corrected securities report relating to beneficiary certificates of a domestic investment trust for the 3rd period.

Companies mentioned:SBIアセットマネジメント株式会社

Annual securities report—79th fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

丸東産業株式会社 has published its securities report for the 79th period. The statutory disclosure document covers the period from March 2025 to February 2026.

Securities Report – 22nd period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

株式会社スタジオアタオ has filed its securities report for fiscal February 2026 (the 22nd period). The routine investor relations announcement discloses the company’s financial and business overview.

Annual Securities Report—41st Fiscal Year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

Originalシンメンテホールディングス株式会社は、第41期(2025/03/01-2026/02/28)の有価証券報告書を提出した。

Securities Report – 7th period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

薬王堂ホールディングス has filed its securities report for the 7th period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28). It is a financial and business report for investors.

Companies mentioned:株式会社薬王堂ホールディングス

Securities Report – 57th period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

アークランズ株式会社 has filed its securities report for the 57th period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28).

Securities Report – 16th period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28)

Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示

SFPホールディングス has filed its securities report for fiscal February 2026 (the 16th period), disclosing the company’s management indicators and financial data.

Japan | note(舊社群線)(1)

[Glamping] 和心村 | Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture | A place to stay with cats

Published ・ Source Japan | note(舊社群線)

KOL “りな旅” stayed at 和心村, a glamping facility in Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture. The feature introduces a stay plan offering time with cats and a private sauna in the forest.

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