# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-01 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 13 of 13

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1249 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 36 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Sales management AI Agent “Zero” releases new features, significantly improving reading accuracy with an enhanced proprietary AI OCR engine

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000209.000091540.html
- anchor: #n585999
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GROWTH VERSE

Sales management AI Agent “Zero” boosts operational efficiency with an enhanced OCR engine and new features.

## Seirei Social Welfare Community and Japan Elderly Welfare Foundation to hold the 5th Research Presentation Meeting on Practices at Fee-Charging Homes for the Elderly

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000212.000077508.html
- anchor: #n585998
- Companies mentioned: 社会福祉法人聖隷福祉事業団、一般財団法人日本老人福祉財団

Seirei Social Welfare Community and Japan Elderly Welfare Foundation jointly hold a research presentation meeting on practices at fee-charging homes for the elderly.

## “Minna de Gen CO2 (Genkotsu) Project 2026” launches to encourage consumers to adopt decarbonizing behaviors

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000238.000139670.html
- anchor: #n585997
- Companies mentioned: Daigasエナジー株式会社、株式会社日本総合研究所

Daigasエナジー launches a project to encourage consumers to take action to reduce carbon emissions.

## 大阪信用金庫 adopts PeopleX’s conversational AI interview service “PeopleX AI Interview”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000255.000139786.html
- anchor: #n585996
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PeopleX、大阪信用金庫

大阪信用金庫 adopted PeopleX’s AI interview service to streamline recruitment and improve fairness.

## Nomura AM ranks No. 1 in the overall bank category for the 3rd consecutive year in Nikkin Fund Information’s 20th Asset Management Company Brand Strength Survey

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000268.000084182.html
- anchor: #n585995
- Companies mentioned: 野村アセットマネジメント株式会社、日本金融通信社

野村アセットマネジメント ranks No. 1 for the 3rd consecutive year in Nikkin Fund Information’s brand strength survey.

## New Brooks Brothers dress delivers a polished look in a single piece

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000276.000015673.html
- anchor: #n585994
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブルックス ブラザーズ ジャパン

Brooks Brothers Japan releases 5 new dress styles for early summer.

## 【Technoa, production management and DX】to exhibit at “ROBOT TECHNOLOGY JAPAN 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000053131.html
- anchor: #n585993
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テクノア、株式会社ニュースダイジェスト社、株式会社富士キメラ総研

株式会社テクノア will exhibit production management and DX solutions at “ROBOT TECHNOLOGY JAPAN 2026,” a robotics and automation trade show in the Chubu region.

## 【Technoa, production management and DX】to exhibit at the 8th “IoT, AI and Robotics Exhibition You Can Use Right Now!!”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000278.000053131.html
- anchor: #n585992
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テクノア

テクノア to exhibit at the IoT, AI and Robotics Exhibition in Kobe.

## Wins the “Good Partner Category” at Mercari Shops Awards 2025!

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000286.000062228.html
- anchor: #n585991
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GoQSystem、株式会社メルカリ

GoQSystem wins an award at Mercari Shops Awards 2025.

## AlphaDrive opens a Toyoda branch in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. Masayuki Ishikawa appointed regional co-creation director for AlphaDrive Tokai and Toyoda branch manager.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000306.000033909.html
- anchor: #n585990
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、株式会社アルファドライブ静岡、静岡鉄道株式会社

AlphaDrive opens a new branch in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, and appoints Masayuki Ishikawa as regional co-creation director and branch manager. The company will strengthen its regional co-creation business in the Tokai area.

## AlphaDrive establishes “FDE=Expert,” its own concept evolving the global norm of “FDE=Engineer,” for the first time in Japan, and launches an AI-driven business development support service

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000310.000033909.html
- anchor: #n585989
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルファドライブ、Palantir Technologies、Anthropic、OpenAI、株式会社DelQui、株式会社GROWGRIT、AlphaDrive TECH COLLECTIVE

アルファドライブ launches “Revenue Evolution FDE,” an AI-driven business development support service. It establishes the new concept of FDE=Expert and assigns AX architects to work on-site.

## “Higashi Mikawa Femtech Marche” to be held at Chubu Building in Nagoya’s Sakae district! Femtech products created by companies and women in Higashi Mikawa to be exhibited and sold

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000022390.html
- anchor: #n585988
- Companies mentioned: Chunichi Shimbun、Ichibiki、Ito Optical Industry、Kunimatsu Honten、Chante Marie、Banso、Mechanical Planet、Low Carb Cafe Himawari

Higashi-Mikawa Femtech Marche to be held at Chunichi Building in Nagoya on June 20, 2026.

## 【The shortest route to government collaboration】Right to give the Kotohira mayor a 1-hour presentation now on sale. Limited meeting slots offer direct dialogue with the mayor and relevant departments (Kotohira, Kagawa Prefecture)

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000091165.html
- anchor: #n585987
- Companies mentioned: Alyawmu

Alyawmu launches NFT-based rights to present to the Mayor of Kotohira Town, Kagawa Prefecture.

## 【Sukesan Udon Shirishitate, Matsuiyamate and Nishinomiya Kagura locations】Starting today, 6/1 (Mon.), these locations will be open 24 hours! Enjoy more than 150 menu items anytime—morning, noon or night ♪

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000344.000037031.html
- anchor: #n585986
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社資さん

Sukesan Udon begins 24-hour operations at its Shirishitate, Matsuiyamate and Nishinomiya Kagura locations.

## Anytime Fitness, the leading 24-hour gym company aiming to become the overwhelming No. 1, launches its nationwide summer promotion for 2026, proposing “cool gyms” to support summer exercise habits.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000134689.html
- anchor: #n585985
- Companies mentioned: Fast Fitness Japan

Fast Fitness Japan launches a nationwide summer promotion for Anytime Fitness to combat heat-induced inactivity.

## 【Exclusive webinar】株式会社LANY and Ahrefs to host “What is AgentA? From 10 hours to 10 minutes! A new-era AI assistant that automates SEO work” on 6/10 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000413.000071062.html
- anchor: #n585984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LANY、Ahrefs Pte. Ltd.

株式会社LANY and Ahrefs to host a joint webinar on improving SEO work efficiency on June 10.

## 【Kappa忌 2026】A grandchild discusses “Ryunosuke Akutagawa and Kan Kikuchi.” Limited-quantity sale of an assortment of “flavors enjoyed by Ryunosuke Akutagawa”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000419.000030085.html
- anchor: #n585983
- Companies mentioned: 船橋屋、うさぎや、カフェーパウリスタ、長命寺、梅園、伊豆榮

船橋屋が「河童忌2026」イベントに合わせ、芥川龍之介ゆかりの老舗の味を詰め合わせた限定商品を販売する。

## Online advance sales for the 2026 Awa Odori begin

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000096281.html
- anchor: #n585982
- Companies mentioned: チケットぴあ

Announcement of the start of online advance sales for Awa Odori tickets.

## The LOVE♡CHIBA campaign asking “Tell us what you love about Chiba” launches Season 15! FLN promotes Chiba Prefecture’s appeal through social media and website updates

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000493.000058260.html
- anchor: #n585981
- Companies mentioned: Future Link Network (FLN)

FLN launches Season 15 of the 'LOVE♡CHIBA' campaign with website and SNS updates to boost regional tourism.

## 【Test begins to omit action buttons such as “Call”】Free release of Google Maps and Google Business Profile updates for May 2026

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000560.000037205.html
- anchor: #n585980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カンリー

Canly releases a free report on the latest Google Maps and GBP updates.

## 5 days until the “2026 Weverse Con Festival”! Technology, production and lineup upgraded

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000709.000045862.html
- anchor: #n585979
- Companies mentioned: HYBE、Weverse

HYBE hosts the 2026 Weverse Con Festival in Seoul with upgraded stage technology and a diverse lineup of 30 artists.

## ABC Radio teams up with the film “License Surrender⁉” for a promotional campaign! Hiroshi Tachi takes on reading the radio’s “traffic report” credit!

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000728.000040629.html
- anchor: #n585978
- Companies mentioned: 朝日放送ラジオ株式会社、東映株式会社

As part of the promotion for the film “License Surrender⁉,” ABC Radio will air a traffic-report credit voiced by lead actor Hiroshi Tachi throughout June.

## 【According to Nippan】2026 first-half bestsellers announced; overall No. 1 is “Harvard, Stanford, Oxford... The Great Encyclopedia of Scientifically Proven Habits” (SBクリエイティブ)

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000745.000023227.html
- anchor: #n585977
- Companies mentioned: 日本出版販売、SBクリエイティブ、サイバーエージェント

Nippan announces its bestsellers for the first half of 2026. A business book took the overall top spot for the first time in 4 years, as readers show growing interest in “not pushing themselves” and “peace of mind.”

## As part of Chuo Ward’s preconception care program, a free online seminar on menstruation, PMS and self-care will be held on 8/28

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000797.000014333.html
- anchor: #n585976
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファミワン

Chuo Ward and FamiOne to hold an online seminar on menstruation and PMS on 8/28 as part of preconception care.

## The annual excellence award-winning work from the 2nd Piccoma Novels Award is getting a much-anticipated SMARTOON adaptation!! A bittersweet romantic fantasy of crossed wires between a regret-ridden former fiancé and a positive former villainess

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000892.000003707.html
- anchor: #n585975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カカオピッコマ、シェルパスタジオ

An award-winning work from the Piccoma Novels Award is being adapted as a SMARTOON, with distribution beginning June 1.

## 株式会社TSI to make its first appearance at Licensing Japan as it seeks to further expand its licensing business

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001428.000009786.html
- anchor: #n585974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSIホールディングス、株式会社TSI

TSI makes its first appearance at Licensing Japan to expand its licensing business.

## MSI unveils a host of new PC components at COMPUTEX 2026!

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001431.000053749.html
- anchor: #n585973
- Companies mentioned: MSI、AMD、Kingston

MSI unveils new PC components at COMPUTEX 2026, focusing on AMD EXPO technology, advanced cooling, and user-friendly design.

## 【TAC real estate transaction agent course】The main exam is just about 4 months away. A seminar on checking the exam guidelines will be held for everyone planning to take the exam! 6/7 (Sun.) 17:00

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002393.000021078.html
- anchor: #n585972
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

TAC to hold a seminar on the real estate transaction agent exam guidelines on June 7.

## 【TAC rental property manager course】The main exam is about half a year away. Free trial class for the “Comprehensive Main Course,” a full-package course designed to help students pass with thorough preparation 【June 7, 13:30】

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002418.000021078.html
- anchor: #n585971
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

TAC to hold a free trial class for its rental property management course. A discount campaign will also be offered.

## 【TACマンション管理士・管理業務主任者講座】大改正がある今年だからこそ受けてほしい。無料体験入学開催【6月7日14時00分～】

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002422.000021078.html
- anchor: #n585970
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社

TAC to hold a free trial class for its condominium manager and building management administrator courses.

## CCNC, with Lotte’s participation, launches the “Let’s All Reduce CO2 (Genkotsu) Project 2026” — look for eco-labels and consider purchasing choices that support decarbonization

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002660.000002360.html
- anchor: #n585969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本総合研究所

Lotte teams up with CCNC to launch the “Let’s All Reduce CO2 Project 2026.” The initiative will encourage consumers to change their behavior to reduce carbon emissions through educational contests for children and other activities.

## Webinar to address the question: “Is ISMAP essential for entering the public-sector SaaS market? Assessing registration based on actual audit costs, workload and timelines”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005224.000054842.html
- anchor: #n585968
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社インターネットプライバシー研究所、マジセミ株式会社

株式会社インターネットプライバシー研究所 to host a webinar on ISMAP registration, essential for SaaS providers entering the public cloud market.

## Webinar to address “How to protect public-facing servers from a wide range of attacks and ensure business continuity”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005225.000054842.html
- anchor: #n585967
- Companies mentioned: DAIKO XTECH株式会社、ペンタセキュリティ株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

DAIKO XTECH and Penta Security to host a webinar on protecting web servers.

## Webinar to address the question: “If Active Directory goes down, can you really restore it with backups alone?”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005226.000054842.html
- anchor: #n585966
- Companies mentioned: クエスト・ソフトウェア株式会社、マジセミ株式会社

Webinar on Active Directory recovery risks and countermeasures

## Webinar to address the question: “Is SAP implementation expensive and difficult for mid-sized manufacturers?”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005228.000054842.html
- anchor: #n585965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エクサ、マジセミ株式会社、JFEグループ

Webinar on SAP implementation support for mid-sized manufacturers

## Webinar to address the question: “Can you manage AWS WAF in-house, from initial setup through ongoing operations?”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005229.000054842.html
- anchor: #n585964
- 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

Webinar introducing “WAF Aid,” an automated AWS WAF operations service

## Webinar to address the question: “【Rebroadcast】For companies with 500 or more employees: Is your DX initiative stalled because you can’t decide where to start?”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005230.000054842.html
- anchor: #n585963
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PFU、マジセミ株式会社

Rebroadcast of a practical webinar to break the deadlock in digital transformation

## Limited-edition sets featuring popular products go on sale at the renovated Picard Azabu-Juban store

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005883.000007505.html
- anchor: #n585962
- Companies mentioned: イオンサヴール株式会社

To mark the renovation of the Picard Azabu-Juban store, limited-edition sets will be sold for a limited time. The 3 varieties make it easy for beginners to enjoy popular products.

## A seminar on life and work in Hokkaido [Hokkaido Prefectural Government Staff Edition] will be held on June 26!!

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:59:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001139.000088209.html
- anchor: #n585811

An online seminar introducing the work of Hokkaido Prefectural Government employees will be held.

## CIY establishes an ethics charter, spelling out “personal disclosure,” “fairness” and “human-centered” principles for the AI and HR era

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:56:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000034932.html
- anchor: #n585812

Great Beans established the CIY Ethics Charter. It set out 5 principles, including personal disclosure and fairness in AI-enabled HR operations, and pledged to run its services with a high degree of transparency.

## The “Hokkaido Relocation Consultation Session 2026 in Tokyo” will be held on July 11!

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:56:31+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001138.000088209.html
- anchor: #n585813
- Companies mentioned: 北海道移住交流促進協議会

A Hokkaido relocation consultation session will be held in Tokyo.

## New product ● Limited to 5000 ● Skyline GT-R (BNR32) key ring now available for pre-order on Rakuten Market!!

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:54:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001361.000040971.html
- anchor: #n585814
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイス、日産自動車

株式会社フェイス has launched a metal key ring for the Nissan Skyline GT-R (BNR32), limited to 5000 units.

## New “Obsidian integration” feature now available for the personal memo app Simple Memo (iOS version) — sent memos are automatically added to an Obsidian vault without the need for a plugin

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:51:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000182412.html
- anchor: #n585815
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユリカ、Dynalist Inc.

The Captio-style Simple Memo iOS app has added Obsidian integration and voice input.

## England’s No. 1 distillery is ホワイトピーク蒸溜所, and English Whisky No. 1 is Wire Works Caduro; TWSC2026 special awards announced

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000158305.html
- anchor: #n585820
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファイブニーズ、ホワイトピーク蒸溜所

ホワイトピーク蒸溜所 and Wire Works Caduro won 2 top honors at TWSC2026.

## With support from 株式会社ウィズモー, Reiwa Create begins full-scale installation of flexible solar panels on old Japanese homes whose owners worry their “roofs will cave in”

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000170307.html
- anchor: #n585819
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウィズモー、株式会社レイワクリエイト

株式会社レイワクリエイト is bringing its lightweight, high-efficiency “REWA BC SOLAR” flexible solar panels to the domestic market. ウィズモー provides management support.

## Cloudbase publishes white paper on the FSA and Bank of Japan’s request to address frontier AI

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000056572.html
- anchor: #n585818
- Companies mentioned: Cloudbase株式会社

A white paper explaining the FSA and Bank of Japan’s request on frontier AI has been published.

## “Working is interesting.” Bringing the message to junior high and high school students. おそうじ革命 joins the Tokyo Children’s Smile Movement’s “Career Experience for Junior High and High School Students” program.

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000056402.html
- anchor: #n585817
- Companies mentioned: おそうじ革命

おそうじ革命 has joined the Tokyo program offering career experiences for junior high and high school students.

## ホテル日航新潟 to host “A Taste of Paris: Summer Lunch Buffet,” celebrating cafe and bistro culture, from July 11

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004227.000002213.html
- anchor: #n585816
- Companies mentioned: ホテル日航新潟

ホテル日航新潟 will host “A Taste of Paris: Summer Lunch Buffet.”

## [UPDATE] AI avatars are transforming corporate reception services for a new generation. “AI PRIME ACTOR CLOUD” launches, cutting labor costs and offering service in 15 languages, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with brand customization

- Published: 2026-04-20T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000181363.html
- anchor: #n589364
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ITファブリッジ

ITファブリッジがAI受付システム「AI PRIME ACTOR CLOUD」を提供開始。低コストで多言語・24時間対応を実現する。

## 中菲行’s Qian Wenjun: Reshaping global supply chains to seize AI-driven opportunities

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010043.aspx
- anchor: #n589673
- Companies mentioned: 中菲行

中菲行 marked its 55th anniversary, highlighting how it will continue expanding its share of the high-tech logistics market amid global supply chain restructuring and AI-driven industrial change.

## Small truck in Miaoli City suddenly catches fire and is engulfed in flames; driver flees

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606010041.aspx
- anchor: #n589671

A small truck caught fire while driving in Miaoli City and was completely destroyed. The driver escaped unharmed. The cause is under investigation.

## Liu Deng-kai, who once led NASA Mars missions, receives Tatung honorary doctorate

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010042.aspx
- anchor: #n589670
- Companies mentioned: NASA、JPL、大同大學

Tatung University awarded an honorary doctorate to former NASA engineer 劉登凱, recognizing his contributions to Mars exploration and education.

## Surging AI demand drives 台積電 to ramp up capacity, targeting silicon photonics mass production this year and next

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010040.aspx
- anchor: #n589672
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、輝達、台達電

At GTC Taipei, 台積電’s Mi Yujie said the company is expanding capacity worldwide to meet strong AI demand and expects silicon photonics technology to enter mass production this year and next.

## The 52nd Tseng Hsu-pai Journalism Award opens for entries on July 1, encouraging coverage of public-interest issues

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010039.aspx
- anchor: #n589468
- Companies mentioned: 曾虚白基金會、信義房屋、台電

The 52nd Tseng Hsu-pai Journalism Award begins accepting entries on July 1. It will require disclosure of AI use and recognize reporting that serves the public interest.

## Meta AI uncovers the source of Facebook’s China revenue, acknowledging that some income comes from fraudulent ads

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202606015002.aspx
- anchor: #n589669
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Facebook、Instagram、Temu、Shein、Threads

Meta AI reveals that despite Facebook being blocked in China, Meta generates significant revenue from Chinese advertisers like Temu and Shein, with a portion linked to fraudulent ads.

## Qi Hong, behind Chongqing’s slogan incident, rebuked by interpreter for pro-China regime

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606010038.aspx
- anchor: #n589465
- Companies mentioned: 英國衛報

The person behind the anti-Communist slogans in Chongqing has accused a pro-China interpreter of political harassment in the United Kingdom.

## STarlux Airlines’ inaugural flight to Busan, South Korea, gets support from Fubon Angels’ Min-jeong and Hao-zhen

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010037.aspx
- anchor: #n589466
- Companies mentioned: 星宇航空、Fubon Angels

STARLUX Airlines has launched service to Busan. It has appointed Fubon Angels as ambassadors as it accelerates route expansion.

## Iran: US side cannot be trusted; no agreement without safeguards for our rights

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010036.aspx
- anchor: #n589467
- Companies mentioned: Tasnim News Agency

Iran’s chief negotiator expressed distrust of the United States. Nuclear deal negotiations remain difficult.

## Will Vice President Hsiao meet US officials in Palau? Foreign Ministry says itinerary will follow host’s arrangements

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606010035.aspx
- anchor: #n589208

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim will depart for Palau on June 6. The Foreign Ministry said the itinerary would follow the host’s arrangements and confirmed it would not overlap with the fleet’s goodwill visit.

## AI manufacturing complexity surges; 緯創 and 廣達 say Taiwan’s ecosystem is irreplaceable

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010034.aspx
- anchor: #n589207
- Companies mentioned: 緯創、廣達、輝達

The chairpersons of 緯創 and 廣達 highlighted the uniqueness of Taiwan’s AI supply chain and the importance of digital transformation.

## AI boom puts 欣興 on track for a record year, with shares holding above the thousand-yuan mark

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010033.aspx
- anchor: #n588808
- Companies mentioned: 欣興、NVIDIA

Rising AI demand has pushed 欣興’s shares above 1,000 yuan, as the company aims for record results.

## Study: Umbilical cord tissue promotes new alveolar bone growth, supporting regenerative treatment for periodontal disease

- Published: 2026-06-01T11:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010032.aspx
- anchor: #n588809
- Companies mentioned: 陽明交通大學、台北榮民總醫院

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University and Taipei Veterans General Hospital announced research findings on regenerative treatment for periodontal disease using umbilical cord tissue.

## Hualien Summer Love Carnival opens July 1, with 5 music parties set to enliven the east coast

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606010031.aspx
- anchor: #n588607

Hualien County will hold the Hualien Summer Love Carnival from July 1-5. The event will promote tourism and musical exchange through 5 music themes.

## Taiwan High Speed Rail to add summer services from July 1, with 22 to 29 extra services each week

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010030.aspx
- anchor: #n588605
- Companies mentioned: 台湾高鉄

台湾高鉄 will add services during the summer holiday period and offer discounts for young people.

## Koo Li-hsiung: Taiwan is a hub of the first island chain and must strengthen its self-defense capabilities

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606010029.aspx
- anchor: #n588606

Defense Minister Koo Li-hsiung emphasized Taiwan’s defense strategy and the importance of Taiwan-US exchanges.

## Nearly half of mainland Chinese students at Hong Kong universities lean toward staying in Hong Kong after graduation

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606010028.aspx
- anchor: #n588422

About half of mainland Chinese students attending universities in Hong Kong hope to settle there after graduation.

## Dell launches affordable XPS 13 laptop to compete with Apple’s Neo series

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202606010027.aspx
- anchor: #n588420
- Companies mentioned: Dell、Apple、Intel

Dell has launched an affordable XPS 13 laptop to challenge Apple’s MacBook Neo in the market.

## Vice President Hsiao to visit Palau on June 6, pursuing 3 goals to deepen ties between the 2 countries

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606010026.aspx
- anchor: #n588421

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim will visit Palau starting June 6 to strengthen diplomatic ties.

## Explosion on Myanmar-China border kills about 50; cause under investigation

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010025.aspx
- anchor: #n588240

An accidental explosion involving mining explosives in Myanmar's Shan State killed and injured dozens. The Ta'ang National Liberation Army is investigating.

## Taiwan stocks hit 45533.53 points in early trading, up 800 points, setting a new high.

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010024.aspx
- anchor: #n587629
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、台達電、鴻海、聯發科

Taiwan stocks hit an all-time high ahead of the Taipei International Computer Show.

## Visitors go to the attraction just to see the show: “Only Henan” sparks discussion about China's cultural tourism.

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606010023.aspx
- anchor: #n587630

The immersive theater complex “Only Henan” in Henan province has found success with young audiences.

## AI hits white-collar jobs; Global Central examines the wealth gap.

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010021.aspx
- anchor: #n587228
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、Meta、Microsoft、Anthropic

AI is disrupting white-collar jobs worldwide and driving a K-shaped economic divide. Taiwan has an advantage in the AI supply chain but faces the challenge of a widening wealth gap.

## The New Taiwan dollar opened 2.4 fen higher at NT$31.36.

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010022.aspx
- anchor: #n587227

The New Taiwan dollar opened 2.4 fen higher against the U.S. dollar, at NT$31.36.

## Taiwan stocks opened up 139.88 points.

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010020.aspx
- anchor: #n587229

Taipei stocks opened up 139.88 points, with the index at 44872.82 points and trading value at NT$22.532 billion.

## Chinese academic fraud exposé influencer Geng Tongxue has been throttled on social media platforms.

- Published: 2026-06-01T10:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606010019.aspx
- anchor: #n587029
- Companies mentioned: 南開大学、中山大学、同濟大学、上海大学、中南大学

Academic misconduct whistleblower influencer Geng Tongxue has been restricted on social media and suspended activities.

## 台股5月開戶新增13.2萬人 累計1433萬人創高

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010018.aspx
- anchor: #n586848
- Companies mentioned: 台灣證券交易所

台湾の株式市場で5月に口座開設数が過去最高を記録し、若年層の投資家が急増している。

## A late-night house fire in Sanxia, New Taipei, killed 1; the cause is under investigation.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606010017.aspx
- anchor: #n586667

A house fire in Sanxia District, New Taipei City, killed 1 person.

## Middle East crisis drives up oil prices; Myanmar logistics disrupted and goods run short.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010016.aspx
- anchor: #n586666
- Companies mentioned: Daraz、Shop.com.mm、Alibaba、Charoen Pokphand、Makro Myanmar

The Middle East crisis is hitting Myanmar's economy, with e-commerce companies pulling out and inflation soaring.

## Lithuania's national dish becomes a festival: Pink Soup Festival draws 100,000 visitors to celebrate.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010015.aspx
- anchor: #n586464
- Companies mentioned: Go Vilnius

Lithuania's Pink Soup Festival closed after drawing 100,000 people.

## Typhoon Jangmi is headed for Japan; Wu Derong says northern Taiwan and mountainous areas should prepare for brief rain.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606010014.aspx
- anchor: #n586465

Typhoon No. 6 is approaching Japan. Taiwan is forecast to enter the full swing of the plum rain season.

## Dragon Boat Festival is approaching; Taiwanese expatriates in Washington gather to eat zongzi and feel “at home.”

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010013.aspx
- anchor: #n586462
- Companies mentioned: 華府台灣同鄉會

Taiwanese in Washington celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival.

## Computer show opens this week; AI stocks remain in focus.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606010012.aspx
- anchor: #n586463
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、NVIDIA

Taiwan stocks are strong amid COMPUTEX and the AI boom.

## Colombia's presidential election heads to a runoff, with far-right candidate Espriella facing the left.

- Published: 2026-06-01T09:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010011.aspx
- anchor: #n586038

Colombia's presidential election heads to a runoff, with far-right candidate Espriella facing leftist Cepeda.

## U.S. steps up Iran negotiations; oil prices open up more than 2%.

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606010010.aspx
- anchor: #n585810

The United States has tightened its negotiating conditions with Iran, and oil prices have risen.

## Good morning, world: Summer residential electricity rates take effect 6/1; average household bills are estimated to rise by NT$446 a month.

- Published: 2026-06-01T08:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606015001.aspx
- anchor: #n585809
- Companies mentioned: 台電、虎航、華航、長榮航空、輝達、味全龍

A roundup of major news on Taiwan's summer electricity rates, the economy, society, sports and more.