AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-15 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 78 items from 2 sources; Japan, 61 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Samsung announces new “Flex Titanium” technology to advance foldable displayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504620Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSamsung has announced its next-generation foldable technology, “Flex Titanium.” It uses titanium to combine durability and visibility. More details will be announced at Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, 2026. [Tokutoku] Summer-only “Tokutoku Meat Festival” starts July 16!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504619Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES得得 will hold its “Meat Festival” from July 16 to August 31, 2026, selling 4 limited-time menu items featuring beef and eel nationwide. The event aims to boost summer demand with a focus on replenishing stamina. [玉子焼・お出汁ひまわり] X campaign starts July 15 (Wed.) with a chance to win a digital dining voucher!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504618https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504618Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES玉子焼・お出汁ひまわり is holding an X campaign offering a chance to win a digital dining voucher by following and reposting. An eel fair is also underway, featuring menus perfect for summer. [Fuji TV] Shu Watanabe and Riyu Saito co-star; exclusive streaming on FOD confirmed! ABCテレビ’s “A Kiss After the Investigation” begins exclusive streaming on July 26 (Sun.) at 25:05https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504617Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Hankyu Umeda Main Store] A cool indoor play area opens, even amid extreme heat! A summer vacation experience event for parents and children, featuring a giant balloon, mini train and workshops, starts July 29 (Wed.)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504616Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHankyu Umeda Main Store will hold “HUG FAMILY FES LOVE & PEACE,” a family experience event, from July 29 to August 3, 2026. A giant balloon, mini train and workshops will help families enjoy summer vacation together. The latest DIME issue features a major Tamiya special that will captivate children and adults alike! Comes with a special “Bakuso Kyodai Let's & Go!!” steel GEAR case!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504615Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe latest DIME issue devotes 40 pages to Tamiya and comes with a limited-edition steel case for “Bakuso Kyodai Let's & Go!!” The feature is aimed at a broad audience, from children to adults. 立体チャームでバイクを再現！「スーパーカブ キーチェーン BLACK EDITION」楽天市場で一般販売開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504537Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:40:19 +0900JapanPR TIMESCAMSHOP.JP, operated by フェイス in Ishikawa Prefecture, has begun selling on Rakuten Market a 3D metal key ring that precisely recreates Honda’s “Super Cub.” The “BLACK EDITION” is limited to 1000 pieces and is attracting attention as a premium gift for collectors and fans. Honda Super Cub Key Chain BLACK EDITION now on sale to the general public at Amazon.co.jp! (Limited to 1000 pieces)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504538Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:39:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESCAMSHOP.JP has launched a 3D metal key chain recreating Honda’s “Super Cub” at Amazon.co.jp. The BLACK EDITION is limited to 1000 pieces and is a long-awaited limited item for fans. 1 month to build summer safety and security! “WPM 2026” starts August 1. In addition to general participants, corporate SDGs and CSR participants are also being recruited!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504539Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:33:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESCertified NPO法人改革プロジェクト will hold a global community contribution event in August 2026 under the name “WPM 2026.” It is recruiting individuals as well as companies seeking to participate through SDGs and CSR activities. A professional who has advised farmers makes a fertilizer they truly believe in easy for anyone to use. タタラ商店 launches its 3rd product for home gardening, “Energy Tablet”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504541Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESタタラ商店 has launched “Energy Tablet,” a solid fertilizer for home gardening, on Amazon. The 3rd product in the line adapts high-quality fertilizer for farmers into an easy-to-use product for households. “The ultimate treat for food lovers: ‘Summer’s Elegance, Eel’” — the August 2026 issue of 『おとなの週末』 is on sale today♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504540Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe August 2026 issue of 『おとなの週末』 is on sale today. It features an extensive special on eel, a summer tradition, covering master craftsmanship, new trends and a trip to find wild eel in Shimane. The issue also presents “A Dish to Pass on to the Future” as part of its 25th anniversary. Hot springs are helping with summer vacation independent research projects. — Beppu’s Hyotan Onsen is giving away “Independent Research Sheets” for free (for the 3rd year)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504447https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504447Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHyotan Onsen in Beppu, Oita Prefecture, will distribute free independent research sheets for elementary school students from July 17 to August 31, 2026. The initiative, now in its 3rd year, enriches family visits by supporting science learning. “My story begins—not as the villainess Rei, but as Hanako (me)!” The long-awaited 2nd volume of “Reincarnated Villainess, My Devoted Butler Seeks My Purity,” an isekai romance about a yandere butler and a villainess (who is an ordinary office worker inside)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504446https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504446Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKill Time Communication will release the 2nd volume of the isekai romance manga “Reincarnated Villainess, My Devoted Butler Seeks My Purity” on July 17, 2026. It is the latest installment in a popular series about an ordinary office worker reincarnated as a villainess and her romance with her butler. 新刊出版「心と体、みるみるととのう！アンチエイジングボイトレ」ミニー・Phttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504456Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVoice trainer and music producer Minnie P will release a new book in July 2026 explaining an anti-aging method through the voice. Its integrated approach to health, beauty and vocal training is attracting attention. Notice of launch of “AI Resume Builder for New Graduates,” an AI-powered job-hunting support service for new graduates, at subsidiary Performance Technologieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504455Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES連結子会社PT社が新卒学生向けAI履歴書作成支援サービス「新卒版AI履歴書つくる君」を2026年7月14日に無料で開始。自己分析を促進し、就活の言語化課題を解決。 A local e-commerce platform jointly developed by PROPELa and KOKUYO opens in Sakura, Chiba Prefecture, as “Sakura Guruguru Agri Market”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504454Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA local e-commerce platform jointly developed by PROPELa and KOKUYO has begun pilot operations in Sakura, Chiba Prefecture, as “Sakura Guruguru Agri Market.” The initiative aims to promote local agriculture and attract people with ties to the region, with nationwide expansion anticipated. [Free to attend] Seminar for teachers! An obstetrician-gynecologist discusses how to address sexual violence and sexual consenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504453https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504453Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPlus M will hold a free online seminar on sexual violence and sexual consent for teachers on July 30, 2026. The speaker will be obstetrician-gynecologist Miku Song. The seminar addresses challenges in education. [Applications now open for fiscal 2026!] Information on arrangements for on-site and mobile group influenza vaccinations / from ¥3,300 per personhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504452Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESウェルネスサポート has opened applications for its mobile influenza vaccination service for fiscal 2026. It serves groups of 50 or more across all 47 prefectures, supporting infection prevention measures at companies. 人事施策は「設計」が9割──AI時代に成果を変えるデータ活用とは【動画公開】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504451Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Protean Career Association has begun streaming an archive of its online seminar held on July 3, 2026. Hamaoka Norimitsu and Ariyama Toru discussed HR planning capabilities and data use needed in the AI era. The “Honomiku” duo, comprising VOCE regular models Hono Tamura of Sakurazaka46 and Miku Kanemura of Hinatazaka46, appears together on a cover for the first time! The September issue of VOCE goes on sale July 22 (Wed.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504450Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Honomiku” duo of Hono Tamura of Sakurazaka46 and Miku Kanemura of Hinatazaka46 will grace the cover of VOCE for the first time. The September issue goes on sale July 22. The pair’s idol aura and outfits are drawing attention. M!LK’s Hayato Sano graces a cover for the first time! Don’t miss his more than 5000-character account of his honest feelings and resolve as an idol. The September issue of VOCE goes on sale July 22 (Wed.).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504449https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504449Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A permanent “Magazine Shop” will open inside Don Quijote stores (Shibuya Main Store, Ikebukuro East Exit Store and Shinsekai Store) starting July 25, 2026 (Sat.)!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504448https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504448Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWeekly Shonen Magazine has partnered with Don Quijote to open permanent shops focused on original manga merchandise at 3 locations in Shibuya, Ikebukuro and Shinsekai on July 25, 2026. This is the companies’ first full-scale collaboration, and they are also targeting inbound demand. [Report] Digital payments and mobile wallets: Adoption trends and advertising strategies in 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504412Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:47:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESSensor Tower has released a research report on mobile wallet adoption trends and advertising strategies through 2026. Ecosystem integration and making wallets part of users’ daily lives are key to growth. “MF User Support Management DX System,” which automatically builds a Teams environment for each customer, to launch July 31, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504311Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メディアフュージョン will launch the “MF User Support Management DX System,” which automatically builds a Microsoft Teams environment for each customer, on July 31, 2026. The new system streamlines support operations and enables multilingual support. “Complete kintone Manual [2nd Edition],” the latest edition of the popular introductory guide, goes on sale July 24, 2026! Includes a “public demo environment” where you can try the same app featured in the book!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504310Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShuwa System Shinsha will release “Complete kintone Manual [2nd Edition],” an introductory guide to kintone, on July 24, 2026. The book includes a demo environment for trying out the software, making it useful for business professionals seeking to improve efficiency. [Free to watch] Nippon Life’s DX strategy: New growth through the use of generative AI | New content from Finlinkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504316Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJunji Higuchi of Nippon Life has unveiled the company’s DX strategy using generative AI on Finlink. The strategy is expected to transform operations and improve customer experience in the insurance industry. Second prototype of portable animal-protection gear [Patent No. 7862064] completed; “Bear Barrier” product and “Project Folzaam” development project announced; live demonstration campaign beginshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504638Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESACT-X has developed the second prototype of its patented portable bear-protection gear, “Bear Barrier,” and launched a nationwide demonstration campaign and crowdfunding effort. The new prototype is lighter and more practical. Meta accused of using AI in discriminatory layoffs; spokesperson stresses decisions were made by humanshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504784Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:37:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMetaがAIを用いて従業員のレイオフを決定したとして、26名の元・現職従業員が差別的処遇を理由に提訴。Metaは人為的決定を強調し否定。 Former Spanish prime minister’s discriminatory remarks draw criticism as “racist” from French far righthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504768Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:34:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Spanish Prime Minister Rajoy described the French team as having “no French people,” prompting a wave of condemnation in France and Spain over the racist remark. Far-right parties also criticized him, and the dispute escalated into diplomatic tensions. Good Morning World》Premier 卓榮泰 reports to the Legislature on the 中聯油脂 case: Says he deeply regrets causing public concern and will engage in serious self-reflectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504701Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPremier 卓榮泰 reported to the Legislative Yuan on the 中聯油脂 case involving carcinogens in cooking oil exceeding limits, stressing that the response was stricter than in 2017 and expressing regret over public concern. The report also covered major developments in areas including the pandemic, stock markets and international relations。 New York state sets nationwide precedent, halting construction of new large AI data centershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504672Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew York’s governor has halted construction of new data centers with capacity of 50 MW or more for up to 1 year. The move aims to protect the environment and residents, and 14 states across the country are considering similar policies. NATO’s 5% defense target drives infrastructure investment, with Germany poised to add 72萬 jobshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504641Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAInfrastructure investment toward NATO’s 5% defense spending target could generate 720,000 jobs and 131 billion euros in economic benefits in Germany. This could provide an important growth impetus for the country amid economic stagnation. Judge urges Taiwan and the United States to jointly address China’s transnational repression; government to strengthen reporting platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504640Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei District Court Judge 許凱傑 urged Taiwan and the United States to work together to establish a task force to address transnational repression. He also recommended that Taiwan strengthen its reporting platform and interagency coordination to respond to threats arising from China’s Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress and safeguard national security。 Nearly 3 weeks after a powerful earthquake in Venezuela, death toll exceeds 4700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504519Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:31:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA series of earthquakes measuring 7 or greater that struck Venezuela on June 24 has left 4734 dead and 16,740 injured. The United Nations estimates that 50,000 people are missing. The human toll and infrastructure damage are severe. Spain beats France 2-0 as the Armada advances to the finalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504441Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:05:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASpain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinals to reach the final, setting up another title bid after 2010. The result marks a major international sporting event. U.S. stocks close higher as inflation moderates and bank earnings shinehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504396Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:45:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. stocks rose across the board after major U.S. banks reported strong earnings and inflation eased unexpectedly in June. The gains point to greater stability in financial markets and could help restore investor confidence. Tensions in the Middle East rise again, sending international oil prices to a 1-month highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504352https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504352Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:27:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATensions in the Middle East have flared again, and international oil prices have climbed to a 1-month high amid continued Iranian attacks on vessels. Geopolitical risks are affecting energy markets. Cuba’s power grid collapses, leaving the country in a major blackout for the 3rd time in fewer than 10 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504271Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:56:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACuba has suffered its 3rd nationwide blackout in 10 days. Fuel shortages and aging infrastructure are believed to be the cause, fueling public dissatisfaction. The blackout is a symbol of the country’s severe economic crisis. Unpacking old photos》Kaohsiung World Games opened a new chapter in city marketinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260715-06/index-en-p2.html#n1504585Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:02:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe World Games held in Kaohsiung in 2009 transformed the city’s landscape and culture. The main stadium has since been revitalized as a hub for international music events.