# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-26 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 10 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 9 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Asset manager NextRock Investment Group rebrands as “NextRock & Co.”

- Published: 2026-05-26T01:36:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179130.html
- anchor: #n504409

Asset manager NextRock Investment Group has rebranded as “NextRock & Co.” It will use the new name going forward and strengthen its development of financial platforms for insurance, credit and other areas.

## 石垣島・1日1組限定の一棟貸しヴィラに"インフィニティプール"が誕生。インバウンド顧客の反響で7月稼働率約90%達成。【呼吸する宿 ISHIGAKI Tida】

- Published: 2026-05-26T01:29:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000167253.html
- anchor: #n504410
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TEAM ALPHA、Airbnb

石垣島の一棟貸しヴィラ「呼吸する宿 ISHIGAKI Tida」がインフィニティプールを新設。1日1組限定の空間価値を向上させ、国内外の旅行者からの高い需要に応える。

## SVCV Global changes its name to “SVCV”

- Published: 2026-05-26T01:28:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000179130.html
- anchor: #n504411

SVCV Global has changed its name to “SVCV” as part of a brand strategy aimed at global expansion. It plans to hold its first press conference in Tokyo this summer.

## 株式会社首都圏物流 opens Gifu Center in Kaizu, Gifu Prefecture

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000080105.html
- anchor: #n504398

株式会社首都圏物流 has opened a new facility, Gifu Center, in Kaizu, Gifu Prefecture. It is reorganizing its Chukyo-area operations into an east-west two-base system to strengthen its joint delivery network and optimize wide-area transportation.

## The hugely popular Fukuoka flavor is finally coming to Tokyo! Yakiniku no Bakuro, which buys an entire animal of Japanese Black cattle from its own Ozaki Ranch, will hold its grand opening at its Nishi-Ogikubo location on Sunday, May 24, 2026!

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:09:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000132670.html
- anchor: #n504399

株式会社バクロ has opened its first Tokyo location of Yakiniku no Bakuro, a ranch-operated restaurant, in Nishi-Ogikubo. It serves Japanese Black cattle shipped directly from its own ranch and has introduced fully cashless payments.

## Horror icon Jason finally makes his long-awaited debut as Dead by Daylight marks its 10th anniversary!

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000036939.html
- anchor: #n504401
- Companies mentioned: Behaviour Interactive Inc.、Horror, Inc.

Behaviour Interactive will release a new chapter featuring horror icon Jason on June 17, 2026, to mark the 10th anniversary of Dead by Daylight.

## Photographer Mikiya Takimoto brings the “Unposed moments, yet special.” tagline of “写ルンです™” to life! Promotional video for “写ルンです™” featuring Ryo Yoshizawa released

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000350.000013110.html
- anchor: #n504400
- Companies mentioned: 富士フイルム株式会社

Fujifilm has launched a promotional campaign marking the 40th anniversary of the release of “写ルンです™.” The campaign will feature a video starring Ryo Yoshizawa and a social media campaign.

## Received a grant from the Mizuno Sports Promotion Foundation

- Published: 2026-05-25T23:53:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000175868.html
- anchor: #n504402

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## ERPC launches Epic Shreds Direct in Frankfurt

- Published: 2026-05-25T23:47:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000465.000105962.html
- anchor: #n504403
- Companies mentioned: Validators DAO、Epics DAO

ERPC has launched Epic Shreds Direct in Frankfurt, delivering data directly from Solana validators. The service is designed for B2B customers and aims for low latency.

## Unlocking the unique qualities of unseen skin and making makeup your tool. A new-concept pre-makeup product, Light Reflecting Cleansing Oil, is here

- Published: 2026-05-25T23:15:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000458.000022808.html
- anchor: #n504395
- Companies mentioned: NARS

NARS will launch a new cleansing oil on July 17, 2026. By manipulating light to bring out the skin’s natural clarity, the product aims to elevate makeup results.

## Russia warns foreigners to leave Kyiv immediately, threatening to bomb decision-making centers

- Published: 2026-05-26T02:06:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260003.aspx
- anchor: #n504412

Russia warns foreigners to evacuate Kyiv, threatening to bomb decision-making centers.

## Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe implicated in assaulting his eldest daughter; team to review his future

- Published: 2026-05-26T02:06:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605260002.aspx
- anchor: #n504413
- Companies mentioned: Yomiuri Giants

Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe arrested on suspicion of assault; team reviews his future.

## Man wanted in 7 cases drives under the influence of drugs and refuses to stop; Xinzhuang police surround and arrest him for prosecution

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:53:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605250342.aspx
- anchor: #n504408

Wanted fugitive drives under the influence of drugs and refuses to stop; Xinzhuang police surround him and seize drugs.

## Smoke billows from Tamsui factory fire; police and firefighters urge people to wear masks outdoors

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:21:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605250341.aspx
- anchor: #n504405

Fire at a corrugated-metal factory in Tamsui spreads to 10 factories; emergency crews battle the blaze.

## Councilor questions whether escape-room case was inspected as required; Taipei City denies ordering a closure or imposing a hefty fine

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:18:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605250340.aspx
- anchor: #n504406

Taipei escape-room accident sparks dispute between councilors and city government over inspection standards.

## China cracks down on cross-border investment; Futu founder's fortune plunges by more than 50 billion in a day

- Published: 2026-05-26T00:06:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605253006.aspx
- anchor: #n504404
- Companies mentioned: 富途控股、老虎證券、長橋證券

Tighter Chinese government regulations have sharply reduced the assets of 富途控股 founder Li Hua, and the company is expected to be fined.

## Pope Leo XIV issues his first encyclical, warning of weaponized AI and new forms of slavery

- Published: 2026-05-25T23:56:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605250339.aspx
- anchor: #n504407
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic

Pope Leo XIV issues an encyclical, calling for AI development to respect human dignity and opposing the weaponization of AI.

## Yomiuri Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe arrested; admits losing his temper and assaulting his daughter

- Published: 2026-05-25T23:49:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605250338.aspx
- anchor: #n504396
- Companies mentioned: 讀賣巨人隊

Yomiuri Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe arrested on suspicion of assaulting his daughter, sending shock waves through the baseball world.

## Reports say senior Iranian officials, including the chief negotiator, traveled to Qatar to discuss a US-Iran peace deal

- Published: 2026-05-25T23:45:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605250337.aspx
- anchor: #n504397

Iranian officials begin peace talks with the United States in Qatar. The Strait of Hormuz, nuclear issues and frozen assets are key points.