AI News 180m Report

2026-05-26 09:00–12:00 JST

1023 received, 1023 listed, 3 sources ・ Page 10 of 11

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 992 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 31 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

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FLYING JAPAN, operator of one of South Korea’s largest Japan travel communities, partners with MicroAd in a 3-company collaboration to enhance promotional services for South Korean tourists

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalビーウェル、FLYING JAPAN、マイクロアドの3社が提携し、訪日韓国人向けプロモーションサービスを開始。オンラインコミュニティとオフライン拠点を連携させ、認知から購買、情報拡散まで一貫して支援する。

Companies mentioned:株式会社ビーウェル、株式会社FLYING JAPAN、株式会社マイクロアド、NAVER

[New release] The much-anticipated “Siete Leguas” is now available: additive-free craft tequila made from 100% agave using traditional methods.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ジェイドックス株式会社 has begun distributing 3 varieties of “Siete Leguas,” additive-free craft tequila from a long-established Mexican distillery. The tequila is distinguished by its high-quality flavor, achieved through traditional methods.

Companies mentioned:ジェイドックス株式会社、Casa Siete Leguas

About 350 people tried it at a music festival in Okinawa. Tennis Lounge’s effort to bring tennis that adds 10 years to life beyond the court

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Tennis Lounge set up a free trial booth at a music festival in Okinawa, attracting about 350 participants. It has been working to share the appeal of tennis beyond the court and help extend healthy life expectancy.

Companies mentioned:株式会社テニスラウンジ

SoVa launches “Business Process Design Consulting” for midsize and growing companies! Rebuild a complex, piecemeal back office through one-stop support

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SoVa has launched “Business Process Design Consulting,” a new service providing end-to-end support for back-office operations at midsize and growing companies. The service aims to rebuild processes that have become complex.

Companies mentioned:株式会社SoVa

[Hiroki Kashira’s latest book] “Thirteen Years in a Six-Bed Room: Unforgettable People I Met in the Hospital,” an essay recounting the funny yet sad human dramas of a hospital ward, goes on sale May 26 (Tue)!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hiroki Kashira’s essay “Thirteen Years in a Six-Bed Room,” based on his experience of illness, goes on sale May 26. It depicts the human dramas that unfold in a hospital ward.

“Phone lines and fiber-optic telephone service” are an issue in about 1 in 3 business phone inquiries [Survey]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

According to a survey by OFFICE110, 1 in 3 business phone inquiries concerned existing phone lines. This indicates that companies prioritize not only costs but also compatibility with their current infrastructure.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ベルテクノス

Emergency publication!! “The Iran War: The Schemes of the United States and Israel,” explaining the historical, political and social structures behind the conflict in the Iran war, which is affecting the world, including through economic disruption caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, goes on sale May 27!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社平凡社 will publish a new book by Miyata Osamu, “The Iran War: The Schemes of the United States and Israel,” on May 27, 2026. The book explains the background to the attacks on Iran in spring 2026 and the structure of international politics.

Companies mentioned:株式会社平凡社

A.T. カーニー株式会社 adopts VARIETAS’s “AI Interviewer,” bringing the “case interview” used in strategy consulting to AI

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

VARIETAS’s “AI Interviewer” has been introduced into A.T. Kearney’s recruitment process for case interviews. The company aims to discover talent globally and improve the candidate experience through digitalization.

Companies mentioned:A.T. カーニー株式会社

A mural by OVER ALLs becomes music—

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A mural created by OVER ALLs in Betsukai, Hokkaido, has been featured on the cover of a new song by MONOBRIGHT. The project is a symbolic fusion of local industry and art.

Companies mentioned:株式会社OVER ALLs、JA道東あさひ

ALGO ARTIS and Union Construction launch full-scale operation of a project to enhance railway track maintenance work planning

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ALGO ARTIS and Union Construction have launched full-scale operation of an AI-assisted system for planning railway maintenance work. Its UI incorporates on-site expertise to standardize planning tasks and support safe railway operations.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ALGO ARTIS、ユニオン建設株式会社、JR東日本スタートアップ株式会社

[Time-saving DX] The “Stamp” feature has been added to “Tsunagaru Iezukuri plantable,” a communication app for home builders. It speeds up responses on-site and deepens trust with clients.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The home-builder app “plantable” has added a “Stamp” feature. Instant reactions help improve on-site work efficiency and build trust with clients.

New energy candy for those crucial moments: “UPROCK + Salt Summer Gang Pineapple Flavor”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Sanko Seika will release “Uprock + Salt Summer Gang Pineapple Flavor,” a limited-time energy candy product aimed at young men and marketed for its focus-boosting benefits.

Companies mentioned:三幸製菓株式会社

Fukushima Prefecture Health and Sanitation Association begins offering “NEC Health Checkup Results Prediction Simulation” to screening participants via its official LINE account

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Fukushima Prefecture Health and Sanitation Association begins offering “NEC Health Checkup Results Prediction Simulation” through LINE. It visualizes future disease risks and possible improvements based on health checkup results, encouraging participants to change their behavior.

Companies mentioned:NEC、NECソリューションイノベータ

株式会社AmbiRise begins offering an automatic invoice-entry assistance feature using generative AI-OCR for “Haratte,” its electronic billing service for local governments and public institutions

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社AmbiRise has added an automatic entry assistance feature powered by generative AI-OCR to its local government service “Haratte.” Automatically converting invoice PDFs into data will reduce administrative workloads for public employees and businesses.

Companies mentioned:株式会社AmbiRise、グラビスグループ

[Taking place June 4 (Thu)] In 2026, new customer acquisition models are reaching their limits. A winning strategy to dramatically improve profit margins by “revitalizing” existing assets

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Brain Lab and Kairos Marketing will hold a free webinar on June 4, 2026, focused on improving profit margins at recruitment agencies. They will present a strategy for using existing candidate lists with marketing automation.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ブレイン・ラボ、カイロスマーケティング株式会社

WalkMe provided to Ricoh as a key tool supporting frontline-led “process DX”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ricoh has adopted WalkMe to advance frontline-led process DX. It is being used across 9 systems and by 35,000 people, helping improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Companies mentioned:WalkMe株式会社、株式会社リコー

Shunshukai, a faction of the Tokyo Bar Association, holds legal tech training session looking ahead to changes in legal practice in the mints era — Legalscape COO Tsuganezawa to speak

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Legalscape COO Tsuganezawa spoke at Shunshukai’s legal tech training session. He explained the effectiveness and uses of legal-specialized AI in legal practice in the AI era.

Companies mentioned:株式会社経営共創基盤、一般社団法人弁護士業務デジタル化推進協会(LPDX)

Circulation wins Yamagata Prefecture’s “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Project to Establish a Prefectural and Municipal DX Promotion Framework”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Circulation and Shichijushichi Research & Consulting have won Yamagata Prefecture’s project to establish a framework for promoting DX.

Companies mentioned:七十七リサーチ&コンサルティング株式会社

[Joint seminar by Penta Security and LRM] How can organizations build a culture that “prevents” internal misconduct?

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Penta Security and LRM will hold a free online seminar on preventing internal misconduct on June 18.

Companies mentioned:ペンタセキュリティ株式会社、LRM株式会社

“BA Awards 2026: Specialists Supporting Regional Economies” to be held

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Kokopelli Inc. will hold the “BA Awards 2026,” an awards event for financial institutions, on June 12, 2026. The event will recognize employees who have achieved results in supporting regional businesses and promote cross-industry exchange.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ミダスキャピタル、みずほ銀行

Tokai Air announces additional sales for its 2026 summer schedule

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Tokai Air has begun additional sales for its Niigata–Sapporo and Niigata–Nagoya routes ahead of the 2026 summer holiday season. The tickets are for travel from late July through the end of August.

[A savior for vacant-home owners] The real estate social network “Uchikatsu” surpasses 600 registered businesses!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The number of businesses registered with “Uchikatsu,” a real estate social network, has surpassed 600. Its distribution model with no advertising fees is contributing to solutions for the vacant-home problem.

“Touch” supports your dog’s health. Massage seminar for pre-senior dogs held [Event report]

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Wellpharma’s “M&N’s CBD” held a lower-limb massage seminar in Tokyo for pre-senior dogs and their owners. The event promoted preventive care to extend healthy lifespans.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ウェルファーマ、株式会社Bacchus Japan

Are DC/iDeCo and NISA rivals or friends? (2026) — About 80% of DC/iDeCo users are also positive about NISA

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A survey by the research institute of Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank found that about 80% of DC users are also positive about NISA. The findings show that the two systems are increasingly being used together for asset building.

Companies mentioned:三井住友信託銀行株式会社、三井住友トラスト・資産のミライ研究所

“A lineup of the finest local puddings” — Rich, smooth treats you can find nowhere else — The first “Pudding Tour” comes to 阪急うめだ本店! Popular e-commerce site “Tokimeku! Otori-yose” opens a limited-time shop (May 27–June 2)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社グルメ杵屋 will hold “Pudding Tour,” an event bringing together regional puddings from across Japan, for the first time at 阪急うめだ本店.

Companies mentioned:株式会社グルメ杵屋、阪急うめだ本店、ルーチェファーム、あおもりプリン工房、ブールノワゼット、おうちdeボンマルシェ、パティスリーウフ、蔵工房・二反田醤油店、草津温泉プリン、風水木 御稲荷プリン、古墳くんのプリン

[Survey on age spots] 78.3% of people aged 40 and over are concerned about warts on their face or neck | A thorough comparison of treatment costs for liquid nitrogen versus carbon dioxide laser

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

アイシークリニック surveyed 300 men and women in their 40s to 70s about age-related warts. The findings showed that about 80% were concerned about warts, while awareness of treatment options was low.

Companies mentioned:医療法人社団鉄結会、アイシークリニック

“Coffee Pudding,” inspired by the popular pudding at Depot, a nostalgic bar near Tokyo Station, launches May 26 (Mon) at Depot and JOE TALK COFFEE

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“Depot” and “JOE TALK COFFEE,” operated by 株式会社CLASSIC, will begin selling the new “Coffee Pudding” on May 26, 2026. The product combines the know-how behind their popular pudding with their own freshly roasted coffee.

Companies mentioned:株式会社CLASSIC

Comparative absorption study of rice-bran-derived “Rice Magnesium” conducted; new findings announced on its absorption profile: “absorbed gradually and works continuously”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Tsuno Food Industrial conducted a human absorption study of its “Rice Magnesium” ingredient. The study confirmed gradual absorption and sustained effects, suggesting potential benefits for maintaining health.

Strengthening promotional services for Korean tourists through a partnership with FLYING JAPAN, which operates one of South Korea’s largest communities for Japan travel

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

MicroAd, FLYING JAPAN and BeWell partner to launch inbound promotion for Koreans. The companies will connect NAVER Cafe with physical locations to support end-to-end marketing.

Companies mentioned:株式会社マイクロアド、株式会社FLYING JAPAN、株式会社ビーウェル

PeopleX completes integration of user bases for its AgenticHR platform

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

PeopleX has integrated the service platforms for AI role-play and AI interviews in AgenticHR, its platform for solving HR challenges with AI agents.

Umenohana Group celebrates its 50th anniversary! “A 50-yen toast of thanks” campaign at 4 izakaya brands, including “Sakura Suisan”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

To mark the 50th anniversary of Umenohana Group, its subsidiary Teraken will run a campaign offering the first 1 drink for 50 yen, along with an Instagram photo contest, at izakaya including “Sakura Suisan.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社梅の花グループ、株式会社テラケン

A huge hit on “Matsuko’s Unknown World”! Curry researcher Monko Ichijo’s first essay, “Monko Ichijo’s Curry-ful Life,” goes on sale May 27!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Toyo Keizai Inc. will publish on May 27, 2026, the first essay by curry researcher Monko Ichijo, recounting her eventful life and passion for curry.

Companies mentioned:株式会社東洋経済新報社、主婦の友社、扶桑社、池田書店、メイツユニバーサルコンテンツ、Honda

Givery launches “AI-Native Company Transformation Support Program” to support company-wide adoption of Claude Code

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Givery has launched a new program to support business transformation at companies adopting generative AI. It organizes support from talent development to governance into 5 phases to improve the effectiveness of AI use.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ギブリー、Microsoft、Google

[Free webinar] “Recruitment LLMO in the Age of AI Search: A Practical Guide to Recruitment Marketing for Becoming a Company ‘Recommended’ by AI” to be held on Thu., June 11

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

LANY Inc. will hold a free webinar on June 11 explaining LLMO, a recruitment marketing method for the age of AI search. It will present measures to prevent job seekers from dropping off due to AI search.

Japan Underwater Drone Association to exhibit at Japan Drone 2026, sharing the latest on field applications, workforce development and international collaboration in underwater drones

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Japan Underwater Drone Association will exhibit at Japan Drone 2026, showcasing and presenting the latest industrial applications, including a new license for ship inspections and STEM education collaboration with the United States.

Companies mentioned:株式会社スペースワン、RoboNation

Loohcs Juku, a comprehensive admissions prep school, to offer a “SFC Summer Course” focused on application materials for Keio SFC’s comprehensive admissions selection

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Loohcs Inc. will offer the “SFC Summer Course,” specializing in application materials for Keio SFC applicants, in summer 2026. Support will be available at each school location and online.

Companies mentioned:慶應義塾大学

Principles for designing experiential promotions: A case study generating 6 times the target and 17 million yen in spending — June 9

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ハレガケ will present successful case studies in experiential promotion at a seminar hosted by Media Radar. It will explain the design principles behind a puzzle-solving campaign that generated 6 times the target attendance and 17 million yen in spending.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アイズ、株式会社ハレガケ、東京商工リサーチ

Famione begins providing healthcare consultation benefits to employees of NXグループ and Nippon Express, and their partners

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Famione will begin providing healthcare consultation benefits to Nippon Express in June 2026. The initiative aims to promote health management and DE&I.

Companies mentioned:NXグループ、日本通運株式会社、株式会社ファミワン

A classroom where children who don’t attend school “learn through play” — NIJIN Academy Nerima Shakujii-koen, operated in Nerima Ward by a children’s center director, opens on June 3

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NIJIN Inc. will open a new school in Nerima Ward in June 2026 for children who don’t attend school. It will provide play-centered education drawing on children’s center expertise.

[Protect against scorching heat, with car interiors exceeding 60°C!] CRAFT WORKS’ popular car accessories, including a child car seat heat-shield cover to protect children from the heat, will be offered at special prices in the Amazon Smile Sale to make summer drives more comfortable.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Fun Standard’s brand CRAFT WORKS will take part in the Amazon Smile SALE starting May 27, 2026. Car accessories to make summer driving more comfortable, including a child car seat heat-shield cover and vehicle-specific sunshades, will be available at special prices for a limited time.

Companies mentioned:Fun Standard株式会社、株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス、Amazon

A special gift-boxed hand towel from “ReFa LINEN,” designed to beautify hair and skin with every touch, launches on Monday, June 1, 2026.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Beauty brand “ReFa” will launch “ReFa HAND TOWEL GIFT,” a new product for gift buyers, on June 1, 2026. The high-quality beauty towel, made with Egyptian extra-long-staple cotton, will come in gift-box packaging.

Fashion select shop Ada. begins selling limited-edition collaboration items with Fab Sick, the fashion brand produced by Kanano Senritsu

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Ada. collaborates with Fab Sick, produced by Kanano Senritsu. It will exclusively sell 4 apparel styles on ZOZOTOWN starting May 27. An exhibition event will be held in Harajuku starting May 29.

Companies mentioned:ZOZOTOWN、クルーズ株式会社

“To be or not to be” is a mistranslation! Accurately translating the original, exploring the background of the works and uncovering their true meaning: “Shakespeare: Conspiracy and Crime” goes on sale May 26! A new book by Mikiko Ishii, a leading scholar of British history.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A new book offering a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare by Mikiko Ishii, a leading scholar of British history, goes on sale May 26. Based on historical fact, it explores the true meaning of the works; a stage adaptation is also set for this fall.

Companies mentioned:株式会社河出書房新社、松竹株式会社

[Starting May 26] Application support begins for the 15th round of applications for the “Business Succession and M&A Subsidy” [Subsidy Now]!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Navit Co., Ltd. has begun offering application consultation support for the 15th round of applications for the “Business Succession and M&A Subsidy.” Applications are expected to open in mid-June.

[Hanshin Umeda Main Store] Don’t give up despite rising prices! Father’s Day gifts selected by Hanshin staff to make everyday life “a little more luxurious”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Hanshin Umeda Main Store is holding “Hanshin Father’s Day 2026.” Staff-selected practical gifts are on offer to “make everyday life more luxurious.”

Companies mentioned:阪神百貨店、コロンビア、グレゴリー、菊正宗酒造

[Hanshin Umeda Main Store] The ultimate 20 picks! The Hanshin signature event featuring a wide variety of bento boxes returns this year

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The 6th “Bento of the Day” event will be held at Hanshin Umeda Main Store. A total of 20 varieties of carefully selected bento and sweets from across Japan will be featured.

Companies mentioned:chioben、ZAXFOX菓子研究所、そ/s/KAWAHIGASHI、ALLOUNENO、obentoてて、うぶすな、食堂カフェ VIORIN、saji食堂

Webinar to address the question: “For large companies, how much of ‘in-house system development’ should they handle themselves in the generative AI era?”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NCDC will hold a webinar for large companies on how to advance in-house system development using AWS and generative AI. It will support efforts to reduce dependence on vendors and establish a sustainable development structure.

Companies mentioned:AWS (Amazon Web Services)、NCDC

Webinar to address the topic “An Introduction to Public Procurement Bidding for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社うるる will hold a public procurement bidding seminar for small and medium-sized businesses. It will demonstrate bidding methods using NJSS and tips for finding projects.

Companies mentioned:株式会社うるる、マジセミ株式会社

Webinar to address the topic “For logistics staff in manufacturing: Shipments missing cutoff times… and teams worn down by complex operations for each carrier”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Usuac System and Magisemi will hold a webinar on improving the efficiency of logistics operations in manufacturing. They will explain challenges and solutions for shipping label issuance.

Companies mentioned:ユーザックシステム株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

Webinar to address the topic “Where should AI GPU servers be located, and how should they be connected?”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

SB C&S will hold a webinar with Equinix Japan explaining facility and infrastructure design for deploying AI GPU servers.

Companies mentioned:SB C&S株式会社、エクイニクス・ジャパン株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

Webinar to address the topic “How to get started with proposal-based bidding to win high-value contracts while avoiding competition”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社うるる will hold a webinar for small and medium-sized businesses on pursuing high-value contracts through proposal-based bidding. It will share methods for avoiding price competition and tips for using NJSS.

Companies mentioned:株式会社うるる、マジセミ株式会社

Webinar to address the question: “Why does digital transformation stall at workplaces most accustomed to Excel?”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

I at OEC Inc. will hold a webinar on promoting DX in workplaces reliant on Excel. It will present practical improvement case studies using the low-cost, no-code tool @pocket.

Companies mentioned:マジセミ株式会社

Webinar to address ransomware targeting externally exposed IT assets, with neglected public-facing assets serving as an entry point for attacks, and how to conduct inventories, assessments and ongoing monitoring

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae will host a webinar explaining how to manage externally exposed IT assets and counter ransomware. The webinar will also introduce ASM tools.

Companies mentioned:GMOサイバーセキュリティ byイエラエ株式会社、マジセミ株式会社、経済産業省、警察庁サイバー警察局

Chiba City gets its own guidebook! “Chikyu no Arukikata: Chiba City” finally arrives. A deep dive into the appeal of a “designated city you can explore,” from 900 years of history since its founding to the sea, neighborhoods and satoyama.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Chikyu no Arukikata will release a guidebook dedicated to Chiba City on May 28, 2026. Commemorating 900 years since the city’s founding, the book takes an in-depth look at everything from history and leisure to the monorail.

Companies mentioned:株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社Gakken、株式会社オランダ家

【Nearly 1 ingredient × packed with nutrition × easy to make】A sensation on YouTube! “Yumeko the Chef’s Nearly 1-Ingredient, Body-Friendly 4-Panel Recipes” goes on sale May 26, 2026 (Tuesday).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

KADOKAWA will release a recipe book by popular YouTuber and chef Yumeko. Its features include simple cooking methods illustrated with 4-panel photos and a focus on healthy eating.

Companies mentioned:株式会社KADOKAWA、Amazon.co.jp

New bridal handkerchiefs featuring delicate embroidery inspired by diamonds and gerberas go on sale.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

CLASSICS the Small Luxury has announced 2 new bridal handkerchief designs showcasing its embroidery techniques, along with a new addition to its “Dress in Bloom” series.

Original【6/18千葉開催】社会保険労務士法人みらいパートナーズ 上村尚史が登壇!対象企業が急増する「令和8年度 業務改善助成金」を活用した設備投資セミナー

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

社会保険労務士法人みらいパートナーズ will speak at a seminar on using the Business Improvement Subsidy at an event hosted by Obic Business Consultants. The session will cover the latest information on the program and capital investment strategies.

Companies mentioned:社会保険労務士法人みらいパートナーズ、株式会社オービックビジネスコンサルタント

【Major achievement】Kakushin Life’s wrestler Kodai Kiyooka wins the Meiji Cup All-Japan Invitational Wrestling Championships! Back-to-back titles following the Emperor’s Cup.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Wrestler Kodai Kiyooka won the Meiji Cup, securing the right to compete in the Asian Games and World Championships. He continues to excel following the Paris Olympics.

Companies mentioned:株式会社カクシンライフ、カクシングループ

An end-to-end customer acquisition solution using NFT and GPS location-based advertising, from attracting visitors to turning them into repeat customers. Full-scale launch of an integrated service that includes in-store reward NFTs and stamp rally design, with free simulations now available.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Lumias Solution has launched an integrated customer acquisition service combining GPS location-based advertising and NFTs. It supports businesses in turning visitors into repeat customers by transforming in-store experiences into NFT assets.

2026 edition of the “AI Training Services Chaos Map” released, covering everything from corporate training to AI-driven development training.

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The AI-Driven Development Association has released the “2026 AI Training Services Chaos Map.” The resource enables users to compare a wide range of AI-related training programs.

Senda-Argus announces vision for an “execution evidence layer” in the AI Agent / MCP era.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

RainForest Co., Ltd. has announced its vision for Senda-Argus, a platform to visualize and audit AI Agent execution processes. It aims to serve as a new execution evidence layer in the MCP era.

【Preorders open】Former LINE Yahoo chairman Kentaro Kawabe’s first book, “7 Major Transformations: A 30-Year History of the ‘Internet Industry,’ Where the Unconventional Take Center Stage.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Preorders have opened for “7 Major Transformations,” the first book by former LINE Yahoo chairman Kentaro Kawabe. It explores the 30-year history of the internet industry and AI strategy.

Companies mentioned:株式会社東洋経済新報社、LINEヤフー株式会社

Health Kazoku held its “Garlic Harvest Festival 2026,” a 50th-anniversary event attended by longtime customers.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

To mark its 50th anniversary, Health Kazoku invited longtime customers to its farm for its “Garlic Harvest Festival.” The company is deepening its bonds with customers by giving them a firsthand experience of its commitment to ingredients.

【Speakers include representatives from IPOS International, Daikin Industries and major pharmaceutical companies】Patsnap Frontier Conference Japan 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Patsnap will host an AI conference in Tokyo and Osaka. IPOS International, Daikin Industries and others will share examples of AI-driven transformation in intellectual property and R&D.

Companies mentioned:IPOS International、ダイキン工業株式会社

Data support for general contractors’ decarbonization reporting. Crack-inducing joint “KB Joint” earns EPD environmental certification, making it easier to calculate CO2 emissions at construction sites.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Nihon Kasetsu has obtained the international EPD environmental certification for its crack-inducing joint material, “KB Joint.” The certification helps reduce the burden on general contractors of calculating environmental impact.

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対馬博物館 will hold a special exhibition marking 50 years since the publication of “Tsushima’s Wildlife.” Rare specimens and lectures by experts will offer a look back at half a century of environmental change.

Companies mentioned:対馬博物館、北九州市立自然史・歴史博物館、九州大学総合研究博物館、九州大学農学部、対馬の自然と生き物の会、福岡県保健環境研究所、琉球大学

【Why does “Copilot fatigue” happen?】A Microsoft MVP explains “How to Turn AI into Your Best Employee” on July 29.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社イプロスは7月29日、「イプロスAI 2026 夏」を開催する。AICX協会理事の神川陽太氏がMicrosoft Copilotの実践活用法を解説。

Companies mentioned:株式会社イプロス、一般社団法人AICX協会

ROBOT PAYMENT to exhibit at “Accounting Operations DX Frontline Summit 2026 Summer.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ROBOT PAYMENT will exhibit at “Accounting Operations DX Frontline Summit 2026 Summer” and speak on improving the efficiency of payment collection operations.

Companies mentioned:株式会社インボイス

Originalデアベルス・インベストメント、100%出資子会社「催事ジャパン株式会社」を設立

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Deabells Investment has established subsidiary 催事ジャパン株式会社 and is launching efforts to rebuild the management of and facilitate business succession for Japanese confectionery events.

Companies mentioned:デアベルス・インベストメント合同会社、催事ジャパン株式会社、株式会社ツバサ.

【Shift management DX surpasses 70,000 business locations!】Give AI instructions as naturally as having a conversation. oplus launches a generative AI-powered automatic shift creation feature (beta).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Oplus Co., Ltd. has released a feature that automatically creates work shifts from natural-language instructions using generative AI. It supports workforce planning optimization and greater operational efficiency.

Automated customer service evaluation service “Dr.Tel” ranks No. 1 in 3 categories, including “number of companies using the service” and “customer retention rate.”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Dr.Tel, provided by Stadium, ranked No. 1 in 3 call center-related categories in a market survey. Its AI-powered automated customer service evaluation helps improve on-the-ground productivity.

Companies mentioned:株式会社スタジアム、株式会社エクサウィザーズ、日本マーケティングリサーチ機構

Geotab Inc. APAC business development head Takeuchi and Interzone President and CEO Kagamiyama to speak at “Mobility Transformation 2026” on June 30 (Tuesday).

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Representatives from Geotab and Interzone will speak at “Mobility Transformation 2026,” an event hosted by SmartDrive. They will discuss collaboration on vehicle maintenance centered on AI and data.

Companies mentioned:Geotab Inc.、株式会社インターゾーン、株式会社スマートドライブ、株式会社モビリティトランスフォーメーション

Summer bedding needs to be more than just “cool.” The silky feel and refreshing “Melty Cool” sensation are set to transform summer sleep! Introducing the new “Melty Cool Washable Comforter”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Emoor has launched its new “Melty Cool Washable Comforter,” a lightweight comforter combining a silk-like feel with a cooling sensation.

Itandi announces its “Rental Market Peak Season Hotspot Rankings 2026” for Tokyo and Osaka.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Using data from ITANDI BB, Itandi has announced its 2026 rankings of the most competitive areas in Tokyo and Osaka during the rental market’s peak season. The rankings highlight how quickly prospective tenants are making decisions.

Companies mentioned:イタンジ株式会社

<A must-read before an overseas assignment!>Secrets to mastering “English for expatriates” as quickly as possible—set yourself up for success with a personalized curriculum. June 2 (Tuesday) at 10:30.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Insight Academy will hold a free web seminar on June 2, 2026, covering English-learning methods for employees assigned overseas. It will explain how to design a curriculum for achieving results as quickly as possible.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(31)

Ruentex chairman Yin Yen-liang dies; Taipei Veterans General Hospital president chokes up as he bids benefactor farewell

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original潤泰集團總裁尹衍樑辭世,各界感念其對醫療與公益的貢獻。

Companies mentioned:潤泰集團、台北榮民總醫院

Conflict escalates in eastern DR Congo as Ebola outbreak spreads, leaving 204 dead

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The dual crises of conflict and an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are worsening.

National pension for the elderly may be increased; Shih Chung-liang: implement as soon as possible after third reading

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Increases in the national pension and social welfare benefits are being planned.

TSMC rally helps Taiwan stock market's capitalization overtake India's, ranking 5th globally

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan’s stock market has overtaken India’s in market capitalization to become the world’s fifth-largest. A surge in AI-related stocks led by TSMC fueled the rise.

Companies mentioned:TSMC、Franklin Templeton

Ruling and opposition parties propose basic law on dementia; Cho Jung-tai: strengthen safeguards at every level

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The government’s response ahead of deliberations on the Basic Act on Dementia.

Google could face a fine of hundreds of millions of euros over alleged EU Digital Markets Act violations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Google could face a massive fine for violating the EU's DMA.

Companies mentioned:Google、Alphabet

French 17-year-old allegedly stabs peer to death after being rejected as a friend on TikTok

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A murder linked to TikTok-related troubles occurred in France.

Companies mentioned:TikTok

New population strategy: Cho Jung-tai hopes to brief the public on its details and timeline this week

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Premier Cho Jung-tai says he will unveil a new Taiwan population strategy that includes a monthly NT$5,000 growth allowance.

Lin-surnamed gunman in Taipei cosmetic clinic shooting indicted; prosecutors seek 15 years

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The alleged perpetrator in the shooting at a beauty clinic in Taipei's Da'an District was indicted.

Drug-impaired driving cases keep occurring; Cho Jung-tai asks Ministry of Justice to study increasing penalties

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Premier Cho Jung-tai ordered tougher penalties for drug-impaired driving.

Companies mentioned:馬英九基金會

HIWIN opens new Italian headquarters, connecting with European and global markets

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

上銀科技 opened a new headquarters in Italy, strengthening its hub for the European market.

Companies mentioned:Hiwin

Taking Brexit as a lesson, Canadian prime minister warns Alberta may underestimate consequences of independence

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Canadian Prime Minister Carney warned that Alberta's independence movement could be like Brexit.

Companies mentioned:Bank of England

Hong Kong government plans further revisions to legal provisions that still contain colonial-era wording

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Hong Kong government introduced the third bill to amend laws to remove colonial-era terms.

Asian oil inventories near breaking point; expert: US could face same situation in July

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Asia's oil inventories are running out, and the United States also faces the risk of shortages in July.

Companies mentioned:Carlyle Group、Abaxx Markets、Goldman Sachs

Hong Kong media: Cambodia cracks down on telecom fraud crimes amid pressure from US and China

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Cambodia launched a large-scale crackdown on telecommunications fraud under pressure from the United States and China.

Companies mentioned:太子集團、匯旺集團

7 Chinese naval vessels and 24 sorties by Chinese military aircraft around Taiwan; military monitoring closely

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

24 Chinese military aircraft crossed the median line and intruded around Taiwan.

Wu Tzu-chia reports to Taipei prosecutors to serve 8-month sentence, now final, for accusing Su Tseng-chang and Chen Shih-chung of corruption

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The defamation case involving Wu Tzu-chia and Su Tseng-chang and Chen Shih-chung is final; Wu paid the fine.

Companies mentioned:美麗島電子報

Original台股越過44000點創高後拉回 台積電平盤遊走

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwanese stocks hit a record high before retreating.

Companies mentioned:台積電、台達電、鴻海、聯發科

Original潤泰集團總裁尹衍樑 清晨4時辭世享壽76歲

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Yin Yen-liang, chairman of the Ruentex Group, died at age 76.

Companies mentioned:潤泰集團、南山人壽

7 people trapped in cave in Laos; Thai experts join rescue effort

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Thai experts joined the rescue effort for 7 people trapped in a cave in Laos.

New Taiwan dollar opens up 2 cents at 31.45

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taiwan dollar opened at 31.45 per U.S. dollar in Taipei's foreign exchange market.

Taiwan stocks open up 64.49 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Taipei stock market opened higher.

Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes northern Chile; no casualties or damage reported so far

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Chile, but no damage has been reported.

Original「熱穹」籠罩歐洲 英、法、愛爾蘭迎史上最熱5月天

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original歐洲多國遭遇極端熱浪,英國、法國、愛爾蘭打破5月高溫紀錄。

Northern and southern Taiwan and Pingtung face extreme heat of 38 degrees; Wu Derong: rain and cooler weather on the 29th

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

High-temperature alerts issued in many parts of Taiwan; front moves south on the 29th, bringing rain.

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