AI News 180m Report

2026-06-03 06:00–09:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 131 items from 2 sources; Japan, 73 items from 1 source.

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

Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所 (continued)(123)

【雄獅】Announcement of a change in the representative of the Company's corporate director

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

雄獅旅行社 replaced its corporate director's representative 黃信川 with 賴一青 on 115/06/02. The original term was due to end on 116/06/19; the change took effect following a reassignment.

【隴華】Announcement of a change in the company's chairman

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

隴華 announced a change in chairman, with 林坤銘 taking office on 115/06/02.

【樺漢】Announcement of an adjustment to the conversion price of the Company's fifth domestic unsecured convertible corporate bond

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

The Company lowered the conversion price to NT$263.1.

【勤益控】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 勤益國際紡織股份有限公司 of important resolutions passed at the shareholders' meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

The shareholders' meeting approved profit and loss appropriation and the financial reports; there were no changes to the articles of incorporation or director elections.

【六暉-KY】Announcement on behalf of important subsidiary ALLPRO INTERNATIONAL CORP. of the board's resolution on earnings distribution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

The board approved a cash dividend of USD 1,365,000 for Allpro International Corp. on 115/06/02.

【六暉-KY】Announcement on behalf of important subsidiary LU HAI(BVI) INDUSTRIAL CORP. of the board's resolution on earnings distribution

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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【達明】(Supplement to the 115/02/04 announcement) Announcement on behalf of subsidiary Techman Robot Global Investment Limited of its acquisition of fixed-income securities

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

達明's subsidiary Techman Robot Global Investment Limited acquired multiple U.S. dollar-denominated corporate bonds from February 5 to June 2, 115, for a total investment of approximately US$80 million, representing 40.24% of total assets, for fixed-income investment purposes.

Companies mentioned:永豐金證、中國信託銀行、凱基證、台北富邦銀行

【倍利科】The Company's 115 annual shareholders' meeting approved a proposal to lift restrictions on directors competing with the Company.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

倍利科's shareholders' meeting approved lifting restrictions on directors competing with the Company.

【倍利科】Announcement of important resolutions passed at the Company's 115 annual shareholders' meeting

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

倍利科's shareholders' meeting approved earnings distribution, the financial reports, and amendments to asset disposals.

【豐達科】Press release -- 豐達科's self-reported consolidated revenue for May was NT$469 million

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Original丰达科技5月营收4.69亿元,环比增长11.86%

【競國】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary U-PEAK LTD.: Loan amount reaches the disclosure threshold under Article 22, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 2 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Making of Endorsements and Guarantees by Public Companies

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Jingguo subsidiary U‑PEAK LTD loaned NT$25,103 thousand to APCB International for operating needs, total balance NT$1,395,003 thousand, 0% interest.

【中傑-KY】Announcement of the record date for the ex-dividend distribution as resolved by the company's chairman

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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【一詮】Announcement that the issuer of 一詮股份有限公司's sixth domestic unsecured convertible corporate bond (abbreviated as 一詮六, code: 24866) has exercised its bond redemption right, and that over-the-counter trading will terminate on 115年07月20日, among other related matters.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

一詮精密工業 exercised its early redemption right for its 6th unsecured convertible bond, which will cease over-the-counter trading on July 20, 115. Holders must complete conversion or redemption procedures within the specified period.

Companies mentioned:一詮精密工業

【緯穎】Announcement of an adjustment to the company's cash dividend payout ratio

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

緯穎 announced an adjustment to its cash dividend payout ratio, reducing the amount distributed per share from NT$145 to NT$144.39154497 due to the impact of overseas convertible bond conversions on the number of ordinary shares outstanding.

【華孚】Press release -- 華孚's self-reported consolidated revenue for May 115 was NT$524 million

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

Original華孚科技五月自結合併營收5.24億新台幣,較上月增1.07%,較去年同期減1.55%;1至5月累計營收26.79億,新增約3.74%。

【台泥】Announcement of the ex-dividend record date for the distribution of cash dividends from the company's 114 fiscal-year earnings and capital surplus, and the suspension period for conversion of domestic unsecured convertible bonds and overseas unsecured convertible bonds

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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【偉詮電】Announcement by the company's chairman of the record date for the cash distribution from capital surplus and the suspension period for conversion of domestic convertible bonds

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

偉詮電 announced its cash dividend and the suspension period for bond conversions.

【嘉晶】Setting the ex-dividend record date

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

嘉晶 resolved to distribute a dividend of NT$0.5 per share; the record date is 7/5.

【亞德客-KY】Announcement of the company's self-reported consolidated revenue for May 2026

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

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【研揚】Announcement of the company's dividend record date

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

研揚 announced an ex-dividend distribution, with June 23 as the record date. The total cash dividend for ordinary shares is NT$635.442079 million, or NT$3.75 per share, with payment scheduled for July 15.

【巨路】Some of the company's information systems were targeted in a cyberattack.

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

巨路's systems were attacked by hackers, and defensive and recovery measures have been activated.

[藥華藥] Explanation of media reports

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

YaoHua Pharmaceutical clarified a media report stating negotiations have entered a later stage, emphasizing openness to solutions and warning investors of drug development risks.

【嘉基】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 均英精密工業(股)公司 regarding the lease of a factory from a related party (correction to the subject, lease term, total transaction amount and counterparty in the 114/5/7 announcement)

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所

嘉基科技 subsidiary 均英精密工業 announced that it will lease the Taoyuan plant from its parent company, 嘉基科技, to support group operations. The lease runs from July 114 to June 117, with a total amount of about NT$8.37 million.

Companies mentioned:嘉基科技股份有限公司、均英精密工業股份有限公司、瑞統科技股份有限公司

Japan | PR TIMES(73)

Anritsu supports verification of new technology underpinning 5G’s low latency and high reliability

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Anritsu has provided the industry’s first test environment for 3GPP RAN5 Release 18 test items covering LTM, a low-latency handover technology for 5G-Advanced. Its ME7834NR test platform streamlines implementation and verification for telecom operators and device vendors.

D1 Milano, a skeleton watch with “the power of color”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

D1 Milano, the Italian premium watch brand distributed by 株式会社ビヨンクール, will launch 3 new models in its SKELETON series, pairing skeleton watches with new color rubber straps, on June 5, 2026. The straps come in 3 colors: red, light blue and gray camouflage. A limited set with a black strap will also be sold at H°M'S" WatchStore Omotesando.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ビヨンクール、D1 Milano、H°M'S" WatchStore

ジオコード strengthens its management structure

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ジオコード (securities code: 7357) decided on a new management structure at its annual shareholders’ meeting and board meeting held on May 28, 2026. The main changes are the promotion of 坂従一也 to managing director and the appointment of 新井政樹 as a director. The company aims to achieve sustainable growth and enhance corporate value by strengthening its management structure.

Companies mentioned:株式会社マクニカ、インフォニア株式会社、株式会社Tria

Yokohama City to solicit public opinions using a “digital platform”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Yokohama City will use the digital platform Surfvote to solicit opinions by ward in June, helping it understand local needs.

Companies mentioned:Polimill株式会社、株式会社トラストアーキテクチャ

Bikinis, women’s swimwear, figure-concealing designs, 2026 new styles, OEM, low prices, China Yiwu specialist swimsuit sewing and processing factory, wholesale, overseas travel, summer vacation, travel, full-scale rollout from June 6, early-bird discount 5%

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

義烏優豊株式会社 will begin full-scale wholesale sales of OEM swimwear for the Japanese market on June 6. Promoting small-lot production starting at 300 pieces and a fast delivery system, it is seeking new business partners.

Companies mentioned:義烏優豊株式会社

exaBase Generative AI launches new “Custom Agent” feature

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Exa Enterprise AI has added custom agent creation and automatic generation features to its corporate generative AI service, exaBase Generative AI. Users can turn business expertise into AI tools and share them without needing specialized knowledge.

Companies mentioned:株式会社エクサウィザーズ、株式会社Exa Enterprise AI

[Japan launch] French folding technology specialist Eclore Actuators to expand in Japan, pursuing partnerships with domestic robot manufacturers

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

France’s Eclore Actuators is making a full-scale entry into the Japanese market. It offers high-performance folding bellows for robots and is pursuing partnerships with domestic manufacturers.

Companies mentioned:ファナック、安川電機、デンソーウェーブ、セイコーエプソン、ヤマハ発動機、オムロン、欧州宇宙機関(ESA)

[A sales revolution with zero manual entry] Next-generation AI-powered SFA “DRIVE SFA” officially launched. It automates sales activity records without data entry, creating more time to engage with customers.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ELW株式会社 has officially launched DRIVE SFA, an AI-powered SFA that automatically records sales activities without manual data entry. It has also started a 1-month free trial campaign limited to the first 10 companies.

Companies mentioned:ELW株式会社

“The more difficult the topic, the better it gets across in manga”: problem-solving 8-panel manga production service “ハチコマ” officially launches

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社ユニークポイント has officially launched ハチコマ, an 8-panel manga production service for businesses. Designed to improve understanding of sales and recruitment materials and reduce production time, it can deliver an initial proof as soon as the same day. Free production is being offered as a launch promotion.

[Video release] 防除研究所 publishes a video on bear countermeasure products amid a series of bear attacks across Japan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

防除研究所 has released an official video showcasing its bear countermeasure products. It introduces AI monitoring and deterrent systems designed to protect lives and provide peace of mind.

41.7% of healthcare workers say staff shortages are an obstacle to improving the patient experience

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

APOSTRO conducted a survey of healthcare workers, identifying staff shortages as a structural challenge to improving the patient experience.

We want to reduce the nights we go to bed thinking, “I said too much again today” — parent-child communication app “そっと,” which connects families through promises, gets a revamp!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

First off Projects has revamped そっと, a parent-child communication app. Developed by a team of young people with experience of school nonattendance, it supports parent-child communication by recording everyday promises and awarding points as rewards.

Companies mentioned:スタディメーター株式会社

TYL conducts in-depth research! Releases data analyzing successful career changers in livestock and agriculture by age

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

TYL has released a survey on career changes into livestock and agriculture. The average age of career changers has fallen to 30.2, with people in their 20s accounting for 60%.

Companies mentioned:株式会社TYL

[New graduate recruitment event / one of the developer industry’s largest] “Developer Festival in TOKYO 2026,” an industry research festival bringing together 16 major developers, to be held over 2 days | ミキワメ就活

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ミキワメ就活, operated by リーディングマーク, held Developer Festival in TOKYO 2026, an industry research event bringing together 16 major developers. The event drew 840 in-person attendees and 1,320 participants in total, including online attendees. Compared with last year, the number of participating companies increased 2 times and attendance grew approximately 3 times.

Companies mentioned:NTT都市開発、中央日本土地建物、東急不動産、東京建物、三井不動産、三菱地所、森トラスト、森ビル、オープンハウス、サンケイビル、大成有楽不動産、独立行政法人都市再生機構(UR)、トヨタ不動産、日鉄興和不動産、平和不動産、三菱地所レジデンス

[New series] HELP YOU, where people can work from anywhere in Japan, launches a feature showcasing hometowns through the stories of teleworkers who moved to regional areas

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

HELP YOU, an online outsourcing service operated by 株式会社ニット, has launched a new series, “My Hometown: Life Through Regional Relocation and Remote Work,” in its media outlet くらしと仕事. The series presents remote work as an option for people who want to move to a regional area but have held back because of employment concerns.

Originalカプコンの剣戟アクションゲームシリーズ最新作『鬼武者 Way of the Sword』の発売日が2026年9月25日(金)に決定! 本日予約受付開始。物語序盤がプレイできる体験版も本日より配信開始!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalカプコンは剣戟アクション『鬼武者 Way of the Sword』を2026年9月25日に発売し、体験版配信と予約を開始した。

Companies mentioned:カプコン

Born out of the despair of a broken rice cooker! Built at lightning speed in 2–3 weeks by making full use of the latest AI, the Rice Timer app for cooking rice in a pot launches worldwide simultaneously for Android, free of charge.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

An independent developer made full use of generative AI to develop and release 米刻, a timer app for cooking rice in a pot, in a short time.

The latest entry in the series, SILENT HILL: Townfall, will be released on September 24 (Thu)! Pre-orders open today!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Konami Digital Entertainment will release the psychological horror game SILENT HILL: Townfall on September 24, 2026, and began accepting pre-orders today, June 3. The latest entry in the popular series, which has sold more than 17.1 million copies cumulatively, is played entirely from a first-person perspective.

Companies mentioned:株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、Annapurna Games, LLC、Screen Burn Interactive Ltd.

Original読み書きが苦手な子の学びをラクにする!ICTによる学び支援のパイオニア・高松崇先生が、実践的な「ICTを活用した支援」を6月14日にレクチャー。認定NPO法人エッジがオンラインで講座開催。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original認定NPO法人エッジが、高松崇先生を講師に招き、ディスレクシア等の読み書き困難がある子ども向けICT支援セミナーを6月14日に開催する。実践的な活用事例を学ぶ。

Companies mentioned:認定NPO法人エッジ

OriginalKULABO恵比寿スタジオが6月1日に移転グランドオープン!4階建てビル1棟を丸ごと贅沢にリノベーション。上質さを追求した「ひとつの家」を体感できる新拠点が誕生。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社sumarch(KULABO)が東京・恵比寿に4階建てビル1棟をリノベーションした新スタジオを2026年6月1日にグランドオープン。フロアごとに異なるデザインで「ひとつの家」を体感できる拠点として、従来の打合せの場から体験の場へと進化させる。

Nara Prefectural Forester Academy Open Campus

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Nara Prefectural Forester Academy will hold an open campus on August 23, 2026. For prospective applicants, the event will include an overview of the school, a tour of its facilities and hands-on training experiences. Admission is free, capacity is 40 people, and a lottery will be held if applications exceed capacity.

Seminar for high school teachers: Explaining how to advance inquiry-based learning through a finance and economics approach

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

White Academy Senior High School, a specialized prep school for comprehensive admissions selection operated by Avalon Consulting Co., Ltd., will hold an online seminar for high school teachers on “How to Advance Inquiry-Based Learning Through a Finance and Economics Approach.” The seminar will explain how to guide students so that inquiry projects go beyond research assignments and inform statements of purpose and interviews for business and economics programs.

Companies mentioned:株式会社WellsPartners

Tsukaeru.net wins the “2025 Top Partner Award” at Acronis Cyber Day Japan 2026

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Tsukaeru.net Co., Ltd. received the “2025 Top Partner Award” from Acronis at Acronis Cyber Day Japan 2026. The award recognized more than 20 years of collaboration and the value delivered to small and midsize businesses across Japan.

Companies mentioned:Acronis、アクロニス・ジャパン株式会社

The biggest concern for adults investing in themselves is “whether I can stick with it.” A survey of 500 people reveals a “motivation barrier” greater than the cost.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社フォーイットが全国500人を対象に「春の自己投資」に関する意識調査を実施。継続の最大の壁は全年代で「モチベーション維持」であることが明らかになった。

Companies mentioned:株式会社フォーイット

[Earth Infinity] Expands lifestyle support options to a total of 10 services

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社アースインフィニティが、電力・ガス利用者向けオプションサービスを計10種類に拡充。生活インフラサービス企業への進化を目指す。

Companies mentioned:株式会社アースインフィニティ

Tohoku University, Tokyo University of Agriculture and 株式会社イーチ・アザー launch joint research: Field trial of grass cover cultivation begins at a hop farm in Kitakami, Ishinomaki

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

イーチ・アザー, Tohoku University and Tokyo University of Agriculture have begun a field trial of grass cover cultivation, an environmentally friendly farming method, at a hop farm in Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture. The project seeks to balance biodiversity and the local economy through CSV.

Companies mentioned:株式会社イーチ・アザー、国立大学法人東北大学、学校法人東京農業大学、一般社団法人イシノマキ・ファーム

Offers launches full-scale rollout of new “budget-based retainer” service — a new contract model that makes recruitment budgets work as an “investment”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

overflow has launched a new “budget-based retainer” contract through Offers, its AI-powered engineer recruitment platform. The contract refunds any portion of the recruitment budget that goes unused.

Companies mentioned:株式会社overflow

Apollo funds sell aluminum packaging giant Artemira

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Apollo funds have sold aluminum packaging giant Artemira to MBKパートナーズ. The sale completes a restructuring following the business integration, aimed at enhancing corporate value.

Companies mentioned:アポロ・グローバル・マネジメント、アルテミラ・ホールディングス、MBKパートナーズ、レゾナック・ホールディングス、三菱マテリアル、パナソニック オートモーティブシステムズ、日本板硝子

Inclusive art project “Dialogue Art 2026” opens 2 new calls for submissions! “Dialogue Art SIGNALS” (manga/digital works) and “Dialogue Art IN HOSPITAL” (works by hospitalized children)

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

一般社団法人ナナイロ will open 2 calls for submissions for its inclusive art project “Dialogue Art 2026” on June 1, 2026. The project is seeking manga and digital works themed around disability and challenges in daily life, as well as works by hospitalized children. The works will be exhibited in Matsumoto in November.

Companies mentioned:信州アーツカウンシル(一般財団法人長野県文化振興事業団)、東アジア文化都市2026松本

IS Holdings and Mitsubishi Corporation sign agreement to establish new company “DmcMC Solutions”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

IS Holdings and Mitsubishi Corporation will establish DmcMC Solutions, a new company providing digital transformation support to local communities and governments, in August 2026. The companies aim to revitalize local communities by combining their expertise.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ISホールディングス、三菱商事株式会社、株式会社DMC Aizu

[A higher-level qualification, the Grand Master of Building Envelope, is here!] Announcement of the Building Envelope Meister qualification exam

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The Housing Roof Ventilation and Wall Cavity Ventilation Research Association announced the “6th Building Envelope Meister Qualification Exam” and the creation of a higher-level qualification, “Grand Master of Building Envelope.”

Call to designate June 19 as “Jomon Day,” marking the anniversary of Edward Morse’s discovery of the Omori Shell Mounds.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Jomon Dokidoki Association has proposed June 19, the date the Omori Shell Mounds were discovered, as “Jomon Day.” It is also providing a logo to promote the initiative.

“Step outside the school before becoming a teacher.” Free community for aspiring teachers, “TEACH OUT for NEXT-Education,” launches June 1

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社STOCK-UP launched “TEACH OUT for NEXT-Education,” a free community for aspiring teachers, on June 1, 2026. By engaging with society and AI beyond the framework of education, the community aims to broaden teachers’ perspectives.

Companies mentioned:株式会社STOCK-UP

Chinami Suzuki named brand partner for Fifty One Media, publisher of SingaLife

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Fifty One Media, publisher of SingaLife, has named Chinami Suzuki as its brand partner. The company will strengthen its information services for Japanese residents in Singapore through her column and appointment as a YouTube MC.

Companies mentioned:Fifty One Media Pte. Ltd.

[Free webinar, Friday, June 12, lunchtime] Real voices from 244 people bring the “true feelings” of accompanying partners of expatriates into the data for the first time. Join the book’s author to discuss what individuals and companies can do.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Board & Beyond LLC will hold a free webinar on June 12 about the “invisible burden” on expatriate families. Drawing on data from a book, participants will discuss measures that corporate HR teams and affected individuals should take.

Regarding MBKパートナーズ’ acquisition of shares in アルテミラ・ホールディングス Co., Ltd.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

MBKパートナーズ has acquired アルテミラ・ホールディングス, an Asian manufacturer of aluminum packaging. The acquisition will support growth in its manufacturing base and circular recycling model.

Companies mentioned:MBKパートナーズ、アルテミラ・ホールディングス、アポロ・グローバル・マネジメント、昭和電工、レゾナック・ホールディングス、三菱マテリアル

Madrid Fusión Alimentos de España Atelier Tokyo 2026: The doors to discussion are opening.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Madrid Fusión Atelier Tokyo 2026 will be held for the first time on June 3-4 at JWマリオットホテル東京. The theme is exploring new luxury in gastronomy.

Companies mentioned:JWマリオットホテル東京、Casa Marcial、El Molino de Urdániz、Bardal、El Corral de la Morería、Andō、Sefino、Narisawa、Respiración

[株式会社スタジオ・イオン × 株式会社Moonbow Music] Offering a new Dolby Atmos production environment through collaboration between an urban studio and a nature-integrated studio

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社スタジオ・イオン and 株式会社Moonbow Music have jointly launched a Dolby Atmos production support service linking an urban studio with a nature-integrated studio. By combining the companies’ technology and environments, they will offer high-quality spatial audio production.

Companies mentioned:株式会社スタジオ・イオン、株式会社Moonbow Music、合同会社つくもあ、株式会社エイシス、ヤマハ株式会社、アウィーグ多三朗合同会社

[PRODIST] Peltier vest “THERMAFIX™︎ PLT PROFIT VEST,” compatible with full-body harnesses and fan-equipped clothing, goes on sale

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

昭和商会 will launch the Peltier vest “THERMAFIX PLT PROFIT VEST,” which can be worn with a full-body harness or fan-equipped clothing, in June 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社昭和商会

[W2 discusses “media commerce strategies” in an era when advertising can no longer drive sales] Online seminar event “Commerce NEXT” to be held June 24 and 25; free to attend

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The online seminar “Commerce NEXT,” hosted by 日本流通産業新聞社, will be held on June 24 and 25, 2026. W2’s Fumiya Kamoshita will speak on “media commerce strategies.”

Shine on: An energy-filled summertime from Swarovski

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Swarovski has announced its new jewelry collection, “Swarovski Summertime.” A campaign featuring global brand ambassador Ariana Grande will launch in Japan on June 3, 2026, with products scheduled to go on sale sequentially from June of the same year.

[Father’s Day Survey 2026] About half of Father’s Day gift budgets fall in the “¥2,000 to less than ¥5,000” range. “Practical gifts” are becoming more popular than “high-priced gifts”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Father’s Day.jp, an information site dedicated to Father’s Day, has published the results of its 2026 survey on Father’s Day gift budgets, conducted among 930 people nationwide. About half of gift budgets fall in the range of ¥2,000 to less than ¥5,000, revealing that practical gifts are more popular than high-priced gifts.

Original【6/8(月)16:00開催】コンテンツ産業向け大型補助金 IP360解説セミナー(参加無料・オンライン)

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株式会社Stayway will hold a seminar on the major “IP360” subsidy for the content industry on June 8, 2026.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Stayway

[June 4 is Insect Day] Only 8% say they are “completely unbothered”; the most common response was “somewhat unbothered.” Survey of 7,569 people reveals how they feel about keeping their distance from insects [Commissioned survey research using primary data effective in the SEO and AIO era]

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Iconit Research, operated by 株式会社メディアシーク, has announced the results of a survey on attitudes toward insects, conducted among 7,569 people. While 54% said they dislike insects, the most common response was “somewhat unbothered,” at 37.5%, revealing how people feel about keeping their distance from insects. The company offers businesses a commissioned survey service using this primary data.

Companies mentioned:株式会社メディアシーク

[Scheduled for July 7, 2026] Local Government Communications seminar: “How to Build Private Generative AI That Staff Can Use with Confidence—Thoroughly Protect Information, Expand the Scope of AI Use, and Boost Organizational Productivity”

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イシン株式会社 will hold a webinar on building “private generative AI” for local governments on July 7. It will explain practical methods for secure administrative digital transformation through a case study of adoption in Miyazaki Prefecture.

Companies mentioned:イシン株式会社、日本ヒューレット・パッカード合同会社、エヌビディア合同会社、Sparticle株式会社

QR and barcode reader “アイコニット(R)” surpasses 37 million downloads! Fast and accurate scanning, plus rewards for everyday use

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The QR and barcode reader app “アイコニット,” offered by 株式会社メディアシーク, has surpassed 37 million cumulative downloads. In addition to fast, accurate scanning, it offers useful features such as checking IC card balances and checking for allergens. Users can also earn “Solvvy Points” through missions and exchange them for Rakuten Points, Amazon gift cards and other rewards.

A short-film showcase celebrating soccer during the season when the world is caught up in the game: “WE LOVE SOCCER: Our Stories, Connected by a Ball” begins streaming today, Wednesday, June 3, on online cinema BSSTO

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Online cinema Brillia SHORT SHORTS THEATER ONLINE (BSSTO) will launch “WE LOVE SOCCER,” a special program presenting 4 soccer-themed short films in succession, on June 3, 2025. The selected works from Mexico, Chile, Iran and Japan portray the social bonds and hope fostered by soccer.

Notice of release of archived video from the “Kobe Investment Study Group” IR seminar for individual investors

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株式会社ツナググループ・ホールディングス has released an archived video of the “Kobe Investment Study Group,” a seminar for individual investors held on May 30, 2026. President and CEO Mitsuhiro Yoneda spoke about the company’s business model and growth strategy amid labor shortages.

Over 2.4 million copies of the comic series sold! Main trailer released for the TV anime “Why Is the Next Duke, Who Said He Has No Intention of Loving Me, Spoiling Me for Some Reason?”

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BookLive has released the main trailer and key visual for the TV anime “Why Is the Next Duke, Who Said He Has No Intention of Loving Me, Spoiling Me for Some Reason?” and announced the theme song artists and broadcast details.

Companies mentioned:TOPPANホールディングス株式会社、株式会社BookLive、フレックスコミックス株式会社、テレビ朝日、BS朝日

[A limited-edition product from Japan’s national soccer team and Gindako!] Heat up Japan with “Absolutely Delicious! Takoyaki.” The “Gindako Japan National Soccer Team Official Licensed Product” goes on sale June 8 (Mon.)!

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HotLand HD, which operates 築地銀だこ, will release the JFA-approved official licensed product for Japan’s national soccer team, “Danran Pack,” in limited quantities from June 8, 2026. The limited-edition design inspired by SAMURAI BLUE aims to attract demand from soccer fans watching matches.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ホットランドホールディングス、公益財団法人日本サッカー協会(JFA)、Uber Eats、出前館

[玉子焼・お出汁ひまわり] X campaign offering a chance to win digital dining vouchers runs from June 3 (Wed.)!

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玉子焼・お出汁ひまわり, operated by M&Sフードサービス株式会社, will run a follow-and-repost campaign on X starting June 3, 2026. 40 winners will be selected by lottery to receive a digital dining voucher for the “Himawari Gozen,” worth ¥1,749. A “Wild-Caught Tuna Marinade Fair” is also underway.

Companies mentioned:M&Sフードサービス株式会社、株式会社宮本むなし、株式会社サンローリー

[For exams taken from June 2026 to May 2027] FP Skills Test preparation course: Level 2 pass curriculum released!

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アガルート has released a Level 2 FP Skills Test preparation curriculum. It offers efficient study materials designed to help students pass with as little as 43 hours of study.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アガルート

[Targeting the 2027 exam] Labor and social security attorney exam: intermediate/advanced comprehensive lectures and curriculum released!

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アガルートアカデミー has released an intermediate/advanced curriculum for the labor and social security attorney exam, aimed at experienced learners. It supports exam success through efficient instruction and practice with past exam questions.

[Targeting the 2027 exam] Labor and social security attorney exam: comprehensive review course and advanced curriculum released!

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株式会社アガルート has released the “Labor and Social Security Attorney Exam Comprehensive Review Course/Advanced Curriculum” for intermediate and advanced learners. It is designed to help students secure a pass through a review of their knowledge and intensive practice.

Companies mentioned:株式会社アガルート

TV anime adaptation confirmed! Volume 5 of the comic “Wait, You’re Firing Me Even Though I’m the Only One Running All the Company’s IT Systems?” goes on sale June 5 (Fri.) / PASH! Comics

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Volume 5 of the popular manga “Wait, You’re Firing Me Even Though I’m the Only One Running All the Company’s IT Systems?”—which has been confirmed for a TV anime adaptation—goes on sale June 5.

Companies mentioned:主婦と生活社

[阪急うめだ本店] Stay cool through the muggy rainy season with the power of washi paper and kuma bamboo! Limited-time “SASAWASHI” shop opens

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阪急うめだ本店 will host a limited-time shop in June for “SASAWASHI,” a brand using washi paper and kuma bamboo. The shop will offer bedding and clothing designed to make summer more comfortable.

Companies mentioned:阪急うめだ本店

[10 years since the Kumamoto earthquake] Minamioguni Town, visited by 1.4 million people annually, trains 70 disaster-prevention specialists—The entire community takes on the challenge of addressing tourism crisis management: “Who will protect day-trip visitors?”

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株式会社SMO南小国 is carrying out a project to train 70 disaster-prevention specialists across the community to help keep tourists safe.

[Latest song] The FY2026 “Ohasta” theme song is now available! Production confirmed for the 4th collaboration track produced by Root of “Strawberry Prince”!

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Ohasta has released “Cross Step,” its FY2026 theme song produced by Root of Strawberry Prince. A 4th collaboration has also been confirmed.

Companies mentioned:テレビ東京、ShoPro

Why 300,000 people choose it: The reason Beppu’s Hyotan Onsen has never diluted its hot spring water in 100 years

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Hyotan Onsen in Beppu, Oita Prefecture, has welcomed more than 300,000 visitors. The bathhouse, which has been in business for more than 100 years, has maintained its “源泉十割” approach of not adding water, heating or recirculating its hot spring water. It has earned a 三-star rating in the Michelin Green Guide for 14 consecutive years.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ユーネット

A ¥100 bowl after a bath: Beppu’s Hyotan Onsen extends “yonaki soba” service through 6/28 — available only from 22:00 to 23:00

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Beppu’s Hyotan Onsen has extended its popular “yonaki soba” service, offering a bowl for ¥100 after a bath, through June 28, 2026. Available for just 1 hour, from 22:00 to 23:00, the service offers a way to enjoy the evening in Beppu at a hot spring that stays open late.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ユーネット

MSI to hold special technology exhibition to mark its 40th anniversary

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To mark its 40th anniversary, MSI will hold a special technology exhibition at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park in Taipei from June 4 to 7, 2026. The free, immersive technology space will feature 8 zones, including products that won COMPUTEX2026 Golden Awards, “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” collaboration hardware and the AI agent “LuckyClaw.”

Used PC parts now available for custom PC builds, repairs and corporate maintenance, with 宏福商事合同会社 selling through Mercari Shops

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宏福商事合同会社 has begun selling used PC parts on Mercari Shops to meet demand for PC repairs and maintenance among individuals and businesses.

Companies mentioned:宏福商事合同会社

MICRODIA begins proposing the SNAPStation PALM, a 25W-class, Qi2.2-compatible 3-in-1 foldable charging station, for the Japanese market

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宏福商事合同会社 has proposed MICRODIA’s Qi2.2-compatible 3-in-1 wireless charging station, the SNAPStation PALM, for the Japanese market. It combines simultaneous charging for multiple devices with portability.

Companies mentioned:宏福商事合同会社、MICRODIA

New homegrown social network miraipage adds support for PDF posts

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The homegrown social network miraipage now supports PDF posts and embedded viewing. The service aims to make sharing documents more convenient and optimize information distribution for the AI era.

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人HAIIA、株式会社ウォーカー

[50th Anniversary Project, Phase 一] Stamp rally to be held

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The Takenoya Group will mark its 50th anniversary with a stamp rally in collaboration with チャイナエアライン, running from June 1 to July 31, 2026. LINE members can collect stamps for every ¥1,000 spent at participating stores. Those who collect 50 stamps can enter a prize drawing for prizes including a trip to Taiwan.

Companies mentioned:チャイナエアライン

New “ultra-high-pressure SPS equipment” stably generates pressures above 10GPa — スペースシードホールディングス and 岡山理科大学 jointly develop low-temperature material synthesis

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スペースシードホールディングス and 岡山理科大学 have jointly developed a new type of spark plasma sintering (SPS) equipment that can stably generate ultra-high pressures of 10GPa or more. They demonstrated sintering under uniform pressure using millimeter-scale samples, with potential applications including low-temperature material synthesis.

Companies mentioned:スペースシードホールディングス株式会社、岡山理科大学

Dune: Awakening arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 22, with the entire game playable solo

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Funcom announced that the open-world survival game Dune: Awakening will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 22, 2026, alongside major updates including a full single-player mode, difficulty settings and a story conclusion. The game will also join Xbox Game Pass on launch day.

Companies mentioned:Funcom、Sony Interactive Entertainment、Legendary Entertainment

[A hugely popular festival that drew 6,000 families and expectant mothers last time] Ami Kikuchi-produced “MAMARIAL fes. 2026” returns this year! A 2-day event on Nov. 28 and 29!

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株式会社レプロエンタテインメント will hold “MAMARIAL fes. 2026,” a family event produced by Ami Kikuchi, in Omotesando, Tokyo, on Nov. 28 and 29, 2026. Admission is free, and planned attractions include activities that put children in the spotlight and sponsor booths.

A “Seafarers’ Day” vessel will appear in Osaka’s Dotonbori on June 25, showing messages of thanks and support for seafarers

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AIS, an IT company serving the shipping industry, announced an event for “Seafarers’ Day” on June 25, 2026, in which an LED advertising vessel on the Dotonbori River in Osaka will display messages of thanks to seafarers. The event is part of a project to raise public awareness of seafarers.

[ゴッパ合同会社] XFX releases the “XFX Swift Triple Fan Gaming Edition 12GB” graphics card featuring AMD Radeon™ RX 9070 GRE

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ゴッパ合同会社 will release 2 new XFX graphics card models featuring AMD Radeon™ RX 9070 GRE on June 2.

Companies mentioned:ゴッパ合同会社、XFX、AMD

[Sold out] TikTok live-commerce channel “Tsubame Channel” sells out Korean derma-cosmetics brand THE CELL LAB’s eye cream 10 minutes after streaming begins, recording sales of more than ¥15 million

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S Holdings’ live-commerce channel “Tsubame Channel” sold out its exclusive Korean cosmetics offering in 10 minutes and recorded sales of more than ¥15 million.

Companies mentioned:株式会社Sホールディングス、ABITOKYO

A guide to Claude Code, the generative AI coding tool, has been published: “Next-Generation AI Coding with Claude Code: A Guide Starting from the Terminal.” It covers everything from basic operations to practical app development and MCP server development.

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株式会社秀和システム新社 will publish “Next-Generation AI Coding with Claude Code: A Guide Starting from the Terminal,” a guide to the generative AI coding tool Claude Code, on June 16, 2026. The book covers everything from basic operations to app development and MCP server development.

AI social media management platform MirAI-POST adds a feature to create X and note posts directly from news articles

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AI platform MirAI-POST has added a feature for creating social media posts from news articles and opened its trending news section to all users.

Companies mentioned:株式会社ウォーカー、株式会社ACシステムコンサルティング、一般社団法人健全AI教育協会

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High temperatures raise wildfire risk as EU mounts large-scale disaster-prevention deployment

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The EU has mounted a large-scale disaster-prevention deployment in response to wildfire risks from heat waves, the largest in recent years.

Companies mentioned:歐盟執委會

Rubio: Beijing always raises Taiwan arms sales issue, but US decisions will not be delayed

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

US Secretary of State Rubio clarified that Trump’s remark calling arms sales to Taiwan a bargaining chip meant that China frequently raises the issue, but US decision-making will not be delayed as a result. The arms sale is under review, and the president will decide whether to proceed.

Trump administration scraps $1.8 billion fund plan to compensate allies after backlash

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The US Department of Justice has abandoned a $1.8 billion compensation fund plan.

Botswana-flagged tanker defies blockade and heads for Iran, then is hit by US missile

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The US military fired a Hellfire missile at the Botswana-flagged tanker M/T Lexie, striking its engine room and disabling the vessel.

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