AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-20 15:00–18:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 21 items from 2 sources; Japan, 18 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Online prostitution scam resurfaces; Criminal Investigation Bureau lists 4 common characteristicshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148572Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:50:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Criminal Investigation Bureau warns of a rise in online prostitution scams. It disclosed specific scam tactics and cases of victims to raise public awareness. Panda bonds gain momentum; issuance in 2026 has reached 700 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148453https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148453Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:20:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPanda bond issuance in China's domestic market is expanding, as the internationalization of the yuan steadily advances. Shohei Ohtani and his wife welcome their second child, fulfilling a life plan from his high school dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148404Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:19:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShohei Ohtani announced the birth of his second child, drawing attention to how he is steadily carrying out a life plan he made in high school. Kindergarten childcare worker suspected of child abuse; Keelung City government: Investigation results to be released within 3 weekshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148427Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:18:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASuspected abuse of children by a teacher has emerged at a kindergarten in Keelung City, and the city has launched an investigation. Rat scurries across escalator landing at Kaohsiung MRT's Zuoying Station; operator immediately disinfects and steps up patrolshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148428Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:16:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConcerns about sanitation following a rat sighting at Kaohsiung MRT's Zuoying Station, and the operator's emergency response. Tainan brings venues together for summer activities, offering families a chance to make lasting memorieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148379Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:08:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan City announces an integrated summer vacation tourism and parenting support campaign for families. Key events of the week, 0614-0620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148402Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:45:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA series of events marked turning points in international economics and politics, including a U.S.-Iran agreement, G7 developments and a Bank of Japan policy shift. In Taiwan, challenges involving public safety and regulation emerged amid stronger national defense and economic advances. Trump says Meloni asked for a photo together, angering Italy; foreign minister cancels U.S. visithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146059Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:26:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA severe deterioration in U.S.-Iran diplomatic relations following insulting remarks by President Trump. Tourism rebounds in Hualien's Guangfu during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with a line forming at a Taiwan Sugar ice cream shophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146040Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:18:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn Guangfu Township, Hualien County, recovery measures led by the Ministry of Economic Affairs' Administration of Commerce have paid off, with tourist numbers showing signs of recovery during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. Brazil president jokes about working remotely; Neymar may return to the squad for match against Scotlandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145967https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145967Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:06:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABrazilian national team player Neymar's injury-related absence, President Lula's remarks about it and the coach's suggestion that he could return. 立陶宛 considers allowing 中國 to establish a “temporary representative office”; foreign minister declines to confirmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145938Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Philippines' inflation pressures persist; Marcos administration's approval rating falls to a new lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145909Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Captain loses lawsuit over major demerit for secretly bringing a cellphone into a warship's combat information centerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145882Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Paying tribute to “Iron-Blooded Poet” Wu Zhuoliu; Hsinchu County government writing course to begin in Julyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145869Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 蔡英文: Cold-chain infrastructure pays off as Taiwan fruit enters Paris, showcasing the strength of its agriculturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145856Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 中油 to cut gasoline prices by 1 yuan and diesel by 0.7 yuan from the 22ndhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145857Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Han Kuo-yu to lead lawmakers from both ruling and opposition parties on U.S. visit on 6/21; plans to visit 台積電's Phoenix planthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145858Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Good morning, world: U.S. and Iran postpone talks in Switzerland; White House cites logistical issues, Iran says Israel continues attacks on Lebanonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148403Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:50:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe news focuses on the intensifying security environment surrounding Taiwan and the economic and defense measures being taken in response. [Event confirmed!] Talk session on August 20, 2026 (Thursday): “The Local Builders' Counterattack,” featuring President Ikeda of ロゴスホールディングス × President Kubota of ライフデザイン・カバヤhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148429Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:18:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESJGBA will hold a talk session in August 2026 on growth strategies for local construction companies, featuring President Ikeda and President Kubota. It will offer practical insights for executives in the housing industry. [Event report] Seminar held on June 11, 2026 (Thursday): “Building a Company That Grows Sales Without the President Selling: A Practical Seminar on Systematizing Sales for Homebuilders”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148430Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:15:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESJGBA held a seminar on systematizing sales for homebuilders. KAKUTOKU explained how sales outsourcing specializing in the housing industry can support revenue growth, and 23 people attended. The cat market is expanding: 60 stores from across Japan gather at “Nyangu Expo vol.2,” a specialist event that delves into what people lovehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148359Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Nyangu Expo vol.2” was a huge hit from its first day. A total of 60 stores from across Japan took part, drawing attention as a specialist event for cat lovers. [Fuji TV] FOD original documentary-variety program “MAZZEL DUO MISSION” launches a new season!! Season ２, Episode １ begins streaming on FOD Premium at noon on June 22 (Monday)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148358Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFuji TV's FOD will begin streaming Season 2 of “MAZZEL DUO MISSION” on June 22. The 8 members of MAZZEL take on challenges in duos in this documentary-variety program. The move strengthens its B2C entertainment service. The music selectors for July 2026 on “CITY CHILL CLUB” have been announced!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1148357Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe music selectors for July 2026 on the music program “CITY CHILL CLUB” have been announced. A diverse lineup of artists, including TRIPLANE and Chippoke Ohashi, will provide chill playlists. Listeners can look forward to a fresh musical experience. ESET Japan releases video explaining cyber threats in the generative AI era on “&question,” the business video media platform PIVOThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146078Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESESET Japan released a video explaining cyber threats in the generative AI era. ESET experts and the company's president appear in the video and present measures businesses can take. The video will help raise security awareness among Japanese companies. [Co-op Deli] 35th regular general meeting approves all proposals; report on 2025 business results and 2026 budgethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145971Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Co-op Deli Federation held its 35th regular general meeting and approved the 2025 business results and the 2026 budget proposal. It also decided on its leadership structure, demonstrating stable operations. Yokohama F. Marinos and Fanatics Japan sign 10-year strategic merchandising partnershiphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145970Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYokohama F. Marinos and Fanatics Japan have signed a 10-year strategic merchandising partnership, aiming to innovate the fan experience and drive significant growth in merchandise sales. NativeCamp survey: Even in the age of AI translation, 97% have a positive view of “their own English”—what did foreign instructors from 140 countries say?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145969Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNativeCamp surveyed 1,173 foreign instructors from 140 countries. 97% said they have a positive impression of Japanese people who speak “their own English.” While recognizing the convenience of AI translation, respondents said human communication is essential to building trust. “GLOBAL WORK,” “LOWRYS FARM” and “JEANASIS” × FRUITS ZIPPER: 14 of the season’s hottest summer looks, to be unveiled on Friday, June 26!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145968Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAdastria’s 3 brands are collaborating with FRUITS ZIPPER for the first time, unveiling 14 of the latest summer looks. Social media campaigns and in-store events will also be held. Violinist Sumire Hirotsuru joins “Music for the Ocean,” an international concert project supporting the conservation of endangered coral reefs.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145895Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:44:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESViolinist Sumire Hirotsuru is joining “Music for the Ocean,” an international music project supporting coral reef conservation. Performances will be held in Okinawa and Tokyo in July 2026. Beat the summer heat wisely with “eco savings” that are kind to household budgets and the environment: Hiroshima Prefecture launches a resident-participation eco-action campaign using a web app and holds the “Hiroshima Everyone Eco Action! PR Event.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145896Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:35:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESHiroshima Prefecture has launched the “Hiroshima Everyone Eco Action! Campaign” to promote household energy conservation. The prefecture held a PR event featuring Koji Morisaki and introduced a web app that awards points for eco-friendly actions. [4-minute walk from Sakai-shi Station] The “スペラボ Sakai-shi Station branch” opens on July 1, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145870Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “スペラボ Sakai-shi Station branch” will open in Sakai, Osaka, on July 1, 2026. Its contactless storage service is available immediately and addresses urban storage needs for individuals and businesses. Super easy!! Lightning-fast folding umbrella HRS-6619/6626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145871Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:20:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukuoka-based Hiro Corporation will launch the HRS-6619/6626 folding umbrella with a shape-memory feature on June 20. With automatic opening and closing and 100% UV protection, it is ideal for the rainy season. Announcement: Yuya Ikeshita joins on a permanent transferhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145836Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:10:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESMidfielder Yuya Ikeshita has joined ザスパ群馬 on a permanent transfer from the Netherlands’ FC Den Bosch. He is expected to be a new asset as the club pursues promotion to J2. HOTEL COLLECTIVE: “Chieko Mizutani,” who overturns the conventions of enka and kayokyoku, kicks off her one-of-a-kind entertainment show in grand style in the heart of Kokusai Street.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145838Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEnka singer Chieko Mizutani is presenting an innovative entertainment show in Naha, Okinawa. The event, which includes a meal and performances alongside local comedians, is drawing attention for its contribution to tourism and cultural promotion. Taiwan Cultural Festival 2026 Pre-Event Special Announcedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145837Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe pre-event special for Taiwan Cultural Festival 2026 will be held in Tokyo on June 26, 2026. Featuring popular rap units and other artists, the event will promote cultural exchange between Japan and Taiwan. AI real estate appraisals by ラクウル, a specialist in properties with complications, surpass 50,000 cumulative appraisals. Appraisals are available without personal information, anonymously, and in as little as 30 seconds, making it easy to get an estimate for properties whose market value is difficult to gauge.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1145822Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:53:27 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe cumulative number of appraisals by the AI real estate appraisal service offered by ラクウル, a specialist in properties with complications, has surpassed 50,000. Users have embraced its convenience, including anonymous access in as little as 30 seconds. 【台聚】Announcement of a Director Change at Important Subsidiary 恆凱環球有限公司https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146138Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所台聚 subsidiary 恆凱環球 director Yu Jingshou passed away; the change was announced on 115年6月19日. The change involves a natural-person director and is less than one-third of the board, with limited impact on the governance structure. 【緯創】[Updated] Announcement of an Update to the Merger Agreement on Behalf of Subsidiaries 翔譽科技 and 經緯航太https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146137Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所Wistron subsidiary 翔譽科技 and 經緯航太 have renewed their merger agreement. The ownership stake has been raised to 62.6%, advancing the management integration in a significant strategic realignment. 【元大金】Yuanta Financial Holding announces, on behalf of Yuanta Securities (Korea), the acquisition of Shinhan-DS Productive Finance Mezzanine Fund 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260620-15/index-en.html#n1146136Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所Yuanta Securities (Korea) announced on 115年6月19日 that it had acquired 300,000 units of the Shinhan-DS fund for a total of 3 billion Korean won, representing a 15% stake. The investment is required for business operations and is not a related-party transaction.