AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-22 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 5 of 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 364 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 85 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Taiwan Travelogue releases Taiwanese-language edition, translated by Taiwanese-language poet Wen Ruo-qiaohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468981Fri, 22 May 2026 15:51:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Taiwanese-language edition of "Taiwan Travelogue" will be produced, with 温若喬 handling the translation. Hopes of an end to the Middle East war and gains in U.S. tech stocks drive Japanese shares sharply higherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468982Fri, 22 May 2026 15:49:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Nikkei average rebounded sharply on hopes for an improvement in the Middle East situation and gains in U.S. stocks. Taiwan stocks surge 899 points to record closing high; weekly gain reaches 1,095 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468989Fri, 22 May 2026 15:48:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks hit a record closing high as news of AMD's investment in Taiwan drives electronics shares sharply higher. DPP: KMT should condemn China's threats and not act as Beijing's mouthpiecehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468983Fri, 22 May 2026 15:46:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Democratic Progressive Party criticized the Kuomintang's stance toward China and urged it not to become a mouthpiece for China. Escape room accident prompts Chiang Wan-an to call for consistent nationwide regulations from central governmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468984Fri, 22 May 2026 15:46:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFollowing a fatal accident at an escape-room venue, the Taipei mayor urged the central government to establish uniform standards. Hong Kong film industry figure Raymond Wong found guilty of insider tradinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468985Fri, 22 May 2026 15:45:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHong Kong filmmaker Raymond Wong was found guilty of insider trading. 台泥 to elect directors next year; Zhang Anping: Shareholders decide who gets electedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468987Fri, 22 May 2026 15:42:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台泥's shareholder meeting discussed changes to its management team and its response to the fire at 三元能源. British mountain guide summits Mount Everest for the 20th time, setting a world recordhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468988Fri, 22 May 2026 15:40:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABritish guide Kenton Cool reaches the summit of Mount Everest for the 20th time, setting a record for non-Nepalese climbers. Modi calls for alternative energy; Delhi tests hydrogen buseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468990Fri, 22 May 2026 15:39:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndia faces energy shortages due to the conflict in the Middle East, and Delhi is testing hydrogen buses in search of alternatives. Xu Ruoxi delivers efficient performance in Japan's minor league, pitching a complete-game shutout with 87 pitches, 9 innings and 10 strikeoutshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468991Fri, 22 May 2026 15:33:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAXu Ruoxi pitches a complete-game shutout in Japan's minor league, throwing 87 pitches and recording 10 strikeouts to demonstrate dominant control. Yan Huichang to guest-conduct 3 major Chinese orchestras in a performance of Peng Xiuwen classicshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468992Fri, 22 May 2026 15:32:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConductor Yan Huichang will lead 3 major Chinese orchestras in a concert commemorating Peng Xiuwen, highlighting the symphonic qualities of Chinese orchestral music. U.S. government to invest $2 billion in 9 quantum computing companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468993Fri, 22 May 2026 15:31:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe U.S. government is investing $2 billion in 9 quantum computing companies to strengthen its technological dominance. Far Eastern International Bank: Sticking to prudent strategy, targets growth of more than 6% in total assets, deposits and loans this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468994Fri, 22 May 2026 15:30:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA遠東国際商業銀行が株主総会を開催し、今年の成長目標を6%以上に設定した。 Renowned contemporary conductor Nelsons arrives in Taiwan; the sound of Leipzig will resonate in the north and southhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468995Fri, 22 May 2026 15:29:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAライプツィヒ・ゲヴァントハウス管弦楽団 is visiting Taiwan and will perform in Taipei and Tainan. 2 injured in collision between a car and a flatbed truck on southbound National Freeway 3 near Kuangguan; traffic backed up for 1 kilometer at one pointhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468996Fri, 22 May 2026 15:27:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA passenger car collided with a trailer on National Freeway 3, injuring 2 people and causing traffic congestion. PLG Pilots' defensive anchor Brown named Defensive Player of the Yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468997Fri, 22 May 2026 15:27:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABrown of 桃園璞園領航猿 was named the PLG Defensive Player of the Year, as the team swept the defensive awards. Rats found in classrooms at a Sanchong school in New Taipei; councilor calls for tiered support and funding for cleaning and disinfectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468911Fri, 22 May 2026 15:24:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA rat problem has worsened at an elementary school in Sanchong District, New Taipei City, and countermeasures were discussed at the city council. Wiwynn: Unable to deliver agentic AI systems on time, shifting focus to capacity and powerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468912Fri, 22 May 2026 15:19:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWiwynn shifts focus to power and capacity amid AI demand. Ministry of Education: Commercial AI is unsuitable for children under 13; recommends educational toolshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468920Fri, 22 May 2026 15:17:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Ministry of Education recommended that children aged 13 and under refrain from using commercial generative AI and instead use the educational AI tool e度. AI Talent Ark Project to receive 11.7 billion over 4 years; central and local governments to divide responsibilities, with software leading hardwarehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468913Fri, 22 May 2026 15:15:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMOE launches 11.755 billion TWD AI Talent Ark Project for digital education. Trump-backed deep-sea mining denounced as illegal; international organization warns of possible lawsuitshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468914Fri, 22 May 2026 15:05:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAISA warns of legal action against illegal deep-sea mining supported by Trump. Chiang Wan-an: If the Ministry of the Interior approves the Shezidao project, land expropriation by zones is expected by year-endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468915Fri, 22 May 2026 15:04:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an pushes for Shezi Island development approval. Su Tzu-feng on women entering tech: Engineering is not about gender, but the quality of ideashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468916Fri, 22 May 2026 15:02:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAMD CEO Lisa Su discusses her career, the importance of role models, and AMD's growth in Taiwan at a forum. Miaoli District Agricultural Research and Extension Station mass-produces beneficial wasps to effectively control rice pests in Hualien and Taitunghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468917Fri, 22 May 2026 15:01:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Miaoli District Agricultural Research and Extension Station used biological control with parasitoid wasps to successfully tackle rice black bug infestations in Hualien and Taitung, restoring organic rice production. World Cup expansion drives business opportunities; carbon emissions could set a sports recordhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468918Fri, 22 May 2026 15:00:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to produce the largest carbon footprint in sports history due to its expanded scale and cross-border hosting. June electronic futures rise; financial futures fallhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468919Fri, 22 May 2026 14:59:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taipei stock market rose sharply, with electronic futures holding firm while financial futures edged down. Russian media: At Russia-China leaders' meeting, Putin proposes that Russia store Iran's enriched uraniumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468921Fri, 22 May 2026 14:57:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussian President Vladimir Putin visited China and discussed with President Xi Jinping a proposal to store Iran's enriched uranium. June Taiwan stock index futures rise 939 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468922Fri, 22 May 2026 14:55:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taipei stock market rose sharply, with futures following suit. Taiwan stocks rebound strongly above 42,000 points, closing up nearly 900 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468805Fri, 22 May 2026 14:53:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks rebound strongly above 42,000 points, closing up nearly 900 points. NYT: Iran and Oman privately discuss new rules for the Strait of Hormuz; transit fees may be chargedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468810Fri, 22 May 2026 14:53:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIran and Oman discuss a service-fee system for the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about international law and shipping safety. Trump pushes plan for a grand triumphal arch in Washington; arts commission approval sparks controversyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468802Fri, 22 May 2026 14:52:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump pushes plan for a grand triumphal arch in Washington; arts commission approval sparks controversy. Food ads claiming health benefits face fines of up to 5 million; TFDA: implications, homophones and typos all violate the ruleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468808Fri, 22 May 2026 14:51:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe TFDA issued food advertising guidelines banning suggestions of medical effects, with violators facing fines of up to 5 million. Jinghua City Mall's 20% floor-area bonus to be revoked; 中石化 says decision to sell is unaffectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468803Fri, 22 May 2026 14:50:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJinghua City Mall's 20% floor-area bonus to be revoked; 中石化 says the decision to sell is unaffected. Staff member at Japanese prime minister's residence accused of sexually harassing a reporter; government confirms reassignmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468804Fri, 22 May 2026 14:48:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStaff member at Japanese prime minister's residence accused of sexually harassing a reporter; government confirms reassignment. 京元電子 opens new Singapore plant; Tong Chen-yuan says Taiwan and Singapore supply chains complement each otherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468812Fri, 22 May 2026 14:46:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA京元電子 opened a new factory in Singapore, strengthening cooperation in AI and advanced packaging. Taiwan stocks rise 899.76 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468806Fri, 22 May 2026 14:44:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks surge nearly 900 points, with trading value exceeding 1.18 trillion. Wire at Beigang Shuidaotou Park cuts neck of second-grader; councilor calls for comprehensive inspectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468807Fri, 22 May 2026 14:42:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA student was cut by a wire at Beigang Shuidaotou Park; family plans to seek state compensation, and county government steps up inspections. Chunghwa Telecom union accuses management of ignoring demands, stages protest at Ministry of Transportationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468809Fri, 22 May 2026 14:40:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChunghwa Telecom union protests at Ministry of Transportation, demanding the chairman's removal; management says benefits already exceed market standards. Water outage and reduced pressure in Fengshan, Kaohsiung, and other areas on June 3 for at least 10 hours, affecting 210,000 householdshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468811Fri, 22 May 2026 14:40:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA large-scale water outage and reduction in water pressure will take place in parts of Kaohsiung City on June 3 due to equipment inspections. China sees shift in financing structure as credit contracts and bond financing increaseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468813Fri, 22 May 2026 14:31:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina's economy is shifting from being credit-driven toward a more diversified financing structure, with growing reliance on bond financing. Lotuses bloom at Zhushan Lotus Park; township office invites visitors to slow down and enjoy the scents of lotus and tea this summerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468814Fri, 22 May 2026 14:28:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALotuses are in full bloom in Zhushan Township, Nantou County, as tourism is promoted alongside tea ceremony events. Amended securities report—79th fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n471426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n471426Fri, 22 May 2026 16:32:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示丸東産業株式会社 filed an amended securities report for its 79th fiscal year, an official procedure to ensure the accuracy of financial information. Securities report—35th fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469080Fri, 22 May 2026 16:25:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社セレコーポレーション filed its securities report for the 35th fiscal year. Securities report—19th fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469079Fri, 22 May 2026 16:04:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社エスクロー・エージェント・ジャパン filed its securities report for the 19th fiscal year. Securities report (domestic investment securities)—40th fiscal year (2025/09/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469002Fri, 22 May 2026 15:46:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示大和ハウスリート投資法人 filed its securities report for the 40th fiscal year. Securities report—31st fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469001Fri, 22 May 2026 15:36:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社パパネッツ filed its securities report for the 31st fiscal year. Securities report—17th fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n469000Fri, 22 May 2026 15:30:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社クリーマ filed its securities report for the 17th fiscal year. Securities Report—44th Fiscal Year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468999Fri, 22 May 2026 15:30:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示ソーバル株式会社 filed its securities report for the 44th fiscal year. Amended Annual Securities Report—106th Fiscal Year (2025/01/01–2025/12/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260522-15/index-en-p5.html#n468923Fri, 22 May 2026 15:00:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示Shikoku Chemicals Holdings filed an amended securities report.