# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-17 06:00–09:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 48 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 42 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Museum Tower Kyobashi × Compass Offices to open in fall 2026

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000158204.html
- anchor: #n2031924
- Companies mentioned: Compass Offices Japan株式会社、Dumb Type、Compass Offices

Facts:
- Announces it will open in October 2026
- Featuring a 1F office entrance themed around “opening up perspectives”
- 19th floor of Museum Tower Kyobashi
- A 5-minute walk from Tokyo Station
- 43 private rooms
- Up to 250 seats
- 2 meeting rooms
- Provides services to a customer network of more than 20,000 people

## AI initiatives fail when they become an end in themselves. 株式会社enco publishes a report on why the “reason for using it” and “context” matter

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000161959.html
- anchor: #n2031923
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社enco、PwC Japanグループ、イー・コミュニケーションズ、帝国データバンク

Facts:
- Use and promotion of generative AI reaches 87%
- Only 9% of Japanese companies achieved results that greatly exceeded expectations
- 41.9% of managers said their company’s AI training “is not useful”
- “Unclear scope of use” ranked high at 40.0%
- 18.8% of companies said the “gap in proficiency has widened”
- Project planning with projected annual sales of 36 million yen
- 40% reduction in OJT hours
- Annual education costs cut by about 1.09 million yen

## As summer fades from the flower calendar, large blooms open in the marshland. First-ever “30,000 Gentian Festival” at Mount Nyukasa, a famed mountain of flowers | 富士見パノラマリゾート, Nagano Prefecture

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000161134.html
- anchor: #n2031922
- Companies mentioned: 富士見パノラマリゾート、SKIMO、株式会社ファイントラック、パタゴニアインターナショナルインク日本支社、YETIGELATO

Facts:
- About 30,000 gentians
- Elevation: 1,734 m
- Elevation: 1,955 m
- Adults: 2,600 yen
- Children: 1,300 yen
- Pets: 800 yen
- Adults: 1,300 yen
- 3,600 yen
- 6,000 yen
- 15 years old

## The “Local Government Employee Award 2026,” marking its 10th anniversary, names 11 winners nationwide!

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000028790.html
- anchor: #n2031921
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ホルグ、NECソリューションイノベータ株式会社、株式会社PR TIMES、AlphaDrive Region、合同会社LOCUS BRiDGE、株式会社公職研、POTLUCK YAESU、ジチタイワークス（株式会社ホープ）、公共DX推進サロン、自治体通信（イシン株式会社）、一般財団法人地域活性化センター、地域に飛び出す公務員を応援する首長連合、一般社団法人Code for Japan、QUINTET、公益財団法人大阪府市町村振興協会 おおさか市町村職員研修研究センター

Facts:
- This is the 10th time the award has been held
- 162 nominations received
- 119 award recipients to date
- Would cost 20 million to 25 million yen if outsourced
- Cut wildlife damage losses by 93%, from 400,000 yen to 27,000 yen in 2 years
- Raised about 80 million yen in donations to restore a thatched-roof traditional house

## Recruitment management system “らくるーと” launches new AI feature today!

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000086226.html
- anchor: #n2031920
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイシス、LINE

Facts:
- Began offering the service on Monday, August 17, 2026

## Obtains patents for “drone dock for confined spaces” technology and work methods

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000022548.html
- anchor: #n2031919
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイ・ロボティクス

Facts:
- Patent No. 7884264
- Registration date: June 25, 2026

## Communication e-commerce app “Atouch” upgrades its rich-menu feature! Adds 32 templates in total, including tab switching, to optimize user journeys and maximize sales on LINE

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000186.000098400.html
- anchor: #n2031918
- Companies mentioned: IRISデータラボ株式会社、LINEヤフー株式会社、日本郵政キャピタル株式会社

Facts:
- Template lineup greatly expanded to 32 types
- Surpasses 1,000 client companies
- Service launches Wednesday, August 5, 2026

## [ＢＳ日テレ] Ryohei Odai: “Whoa! What is this?” He gets completely hooked on a facility that train fans would love, leaving the hot springs aside, on “Tomochika and Reiji’s Fantasy Train” airing at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18: “A Shinshu hot-spring and rail trip on しなの鉄道 and 上田電鉄”

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001011.000125910.html
- anchor: #n2031917
- Companies mentioned: ＢＳ日テレ、しなの鉄道、上田電鉄、東急電鉄

Facts:
- Boasts 193 hot-spring destinations
- Japan’s second-ranked hot-spring prefecture
- A tall 190 centimeters
- A long-established hot spring with a 300-year history

## [Naruto University of Education] Online graduate school information session for prospective 2027 entrants (for October and December entrance exams: Sunday, September 13). For those aspiring to become the next generation of teachers.

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:23:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000152199.html
- anchor: #n2031909
- Companies mentioned: 国立大学法人鳴門教育大学、徳島県立「学びの多様化学校（不登校特例校）」

Facts:
- Sunday, September 13
- Saturday, October 24
- Saturday, December 12
- August 17 (Mon.)
- September 6 (Sun.)
- Established in 2025
- Established in 2026
- 2027

## [宮崎県国富町] “Hokedake Kendo Tournament (formerly the Hokedake Park Boys’ and Girls’ Kendo Tournament)” set for Sunday, November 1! The venue will move to “アリーナくにとみ” starting this year, and participants are invited to apply

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:22:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000119.000113878.html
- anchor: #n2031910
- Companies mentioned: 宮崎県国富町、国富町スポーツ協会剣道部、アリーナくにとみ

Facts:
- Sunday, November 1, Reiwa 8

## [Japan-Germany Sports Youth Exchange] A 9-member youth delegation from Germany visits! International exchange through sports and local culture to be held in Kunitomi Town

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:21:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000116.000113878.html
- anchor: #n2031911
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本スポーツ協会、法華嶽うずら車保存会、本庄高校

Facts:
- From Saturday, August 2, 2026, to Monday, August 3
- Held since 1974, spanning more than half a century

## “Continuing to buy is a way to help.” A Shizuoka tonkatsu restaurant begins ongoing purchases of Kumamoto-grown tomatoes to support Kumamoto, where agricultural damage has affected more than 2,000 sites

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000102636.html
- anchor: #n2031914
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社にしはらグループ、かさねとんかつ かつ銀

Facts:
- 1,970 agricultural facilities
- 389 farmland sites
- All 6 Katsu Gin locations

## [デジライズ] デジライズ, which has supported AI adoption at a cumulative total of 600 companies, launches “トリデAI,” a local LLM setup service

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000126540.html
- anchor: #n2031913
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デジライズ、帝国データバンク、BlackBerry、FISC、金融庁、3省2ガイドライン、LGWAN、重要経済安保情報保護活用法、東京商工リサーチ、Hugging Face、Forbes、OpenRouter、DoorDash、CoinBase、NVIDIA、Artificial Analysis、Epoch AI、ChatGPT、OpenAI、Google、ELYZA、Sarashina、Google Japan、GMO AI&Web3、KADOKAWA、NewsPicks

Facts:
- 17.3% of companies “use” generative AI
- 26.8% are “considering using it”
- 72% of organizations prohibit the use of generative AI apps at work
- 29.9% of municipalities have adopted generative AI
- Open-weight LLM “Kimi K3” (2.8T parameters)
- Open-weight Kimi K3 scores 57 points
- Top closed model scores 60 points
- A gap of 3 points
- An average of about 4 months

## Fewer than 20% know of the link between lifestyle-related diseases and sleep apnea syndrome (SAS). Survey on awareness ahead of September’s Health Promotion Month

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000023848.html
- anchor: #n2031912
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 いびき無呼吸改善協会、ムーンムーン株式会社

Facts:
- A survey of 200 men and women aged 20–60 nationwide
- Unaware of either: 26.1%
- Just 18.1% know that SAS is linked to “high blood pressure”
- Just 7.0% have been asked by a doctor or during a health checkup about “snoring or sleep apnea”
- Sleep quality or apnea during sleep: 4.2%

## Claude Codeで、採用はどこまで変わったか〜クラシル×kubell×グッドパッチ×AnotherBallの試行錯誤。交流会で直接聞ける夜〜｜8/31(月)開催

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:01:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000333.000053307.html
- anchor: #n2031890
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社overflow、クラシル、kubell、グッドパッチ、AnotherBall、Anthropic、Staneer株式会社、株式会社HERP、KDDIアジャイル開発センター株式会社、KDDI株式会社

Facts:
- Database of more than 35,000 engineers
- More than 1,000 client companies

## オーケー株式会社 adopts energy-saving glass coating at multiple stores and its head office to protect against heat and UV rays coming through windows

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000186488.html
- anchor: #n2031907
- Companies mentioned: オーケー株式会社、LARTH株式会社、DAISO（ダイソー）、ザ・リッツ・カールトン

Facts:
- Operates more than 160 stores in the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kansai
- Ranked No. 1 in the JCSI supermarket category for 15 consecutive years
- Mitigates and blocks up to 20°C of direct solar heat
- Blocks more than 80% of infrared rays
- Blocks approximately 99% or more of UV rays
- Service life: approximately 15 years
- Estimated at 10–15% of air-conditioning costs
- Cumulative installation record exceeds 1 million m²

## Auram conducts practical testing of AI agents operating bank APIs, clarifying the division of roles between AI and humans in tasks involving fund transfers

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000180175.html
- anchor: #n2031906
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アウラム、GMOあおぞらネット銀行株式会社、Anthropic社、日本ブロックチェーン協会、株式会社ハンズオン

Facts:
- Comparing the judgments of both parties across 15 test cases
- We received responses to 13 inquiries
- Published by GMOあおぞらネット銀行株式会社 in July 2026
- Published by Anthropic社 in 2024

## 1st Food Freezing Tech Forum held

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000125182.html
- anchor: #n2031905
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人食品冷凍技術推進機構、農林水産省、日本冷凍食品協会、日本惣菜協会、イオントップバリュ株式会社、東京海洋大学、九州大学、山本ビニター株式会社、日本ハイコム株式会社、株式会社スマートハンドレッド、旭化成株式会社、e-Donuts研究会、霞が関キャピタル株式会社、株式会社クールセイバージャパン、ケンコーマヨネーズ株式会社、株式会社ゼロカラ、ZEROCO株式会社、日本酸素株式会社、ホシザキ株式会社

Facts:
- Corporate members, individual members and partner organization members: ¥10,000
- Nonmembers: ¥20,000
- Students: ¥2,000
- Students: ¥5,000

## Launches “サスポ,” a free tool for small and midsize businesses. Learn about, measure and compile your company's CO2 emissions without specialized knowledge

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000034048.html
- anchor: #n2031904
- Companies mentioned: CCJ株式会社、環境省

Facts:
- Established: April 5, 2017

## RIA JAPAN (investment advisory business) releases customer figures as of the end of July 2026. Average cumulative customer return: +130.59%; all customers have positive returns relative to their invested amounts

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000060456.html
- anchor: #n2031903
- Companies mentioned: RIA JAPAN、おカネ学株式会社、金融庁、経済産業省、資産運用業協会

Facts:
- Average cumulative return: 130.59%
- Average annual return: 25.11%
- +¥261.09 million
- Average customer investment: ¥199,929,061
- Average family contract value exceeds ¥690 million
- Average customer contract value exceeds ¥430 million
- Average investment advisory fee: 0.9161% per year
- Scored 27 out of 30 in an external financial assessment

## 令和8年熊本地震の被災地支援として熊本県へ義援金を寄付

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000110832.html
- anchor: #n2031902
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エドモンド、マイクラ実況グループ「よろずや」、Mojang社、Notch氏

Facts:
- ¥200,000 in relief funds
- Donation amount: ¥200,000

## Notice regarding entry in the NIKKEI Corporate Character Election 2026

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000068106.html
- anchor: #n2031901
- Companies mentioned: ALSOK株式会社、日本経済新聞社

Facts:
- Voting began today, August 17 (Monday)
- Voting began today, August 17 (Monday), and will be open through September 17 (Thursday).

## “おためし転職” surpasses 30 companies with accounts on the service

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000106.000145240.html
- anchor: #n2031900
- Companies mentioned: フィシルコム株式会社、おためし転職

Facts:
- Registered company accounts surpass 30

## 【Generative AI adoption rate at 87%—why are results elusive?】“Data condition,” not “model performance,” makes the difference. “AI × Data Weekly Insight” now available for free

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000133.000105601.html
- anchor: #n2031899
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パタンナー、Gartner

Facts:
- Generative AI adoption rate: 87%
- 60% fail

## Publishes a case study on ブラザー工業's adoption of DirectCloud

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000142.000000400.html
- anchor: #n2031898
- Companies mentioned: ブラザー工業、株式会社ダイレクトクラウド

Facts:
- Capital: 40 million yen
- Established: May 2004

## GBP to exhibit at PV EXPO [Autumn] – The 23rd [International] Photovoltaic Power Generation Expo – Introducing solutions for solar power, energy storage and data centers

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000176.000110590.html
- anchor: #n2031897
- Companies mentioned: GBP株式会社、RX Japan合同会社、一般社団法人 太陽光発電協会（JPEA）

Facts:
- 23rd edition
- September 9, 2026
- September 11, 2026
- Aug. 26, 2026

## Just adding “AI” puts the role on par with tech leads: 2026 freelance rates ranking by engineering job category

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000031819.html
- anchor: #n2031896
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Hajimari、フリーランスジョブ

Facts:
- 52,760 projects
- ¥913,000
- ¥922,000
- ¥920,000
- ¥857,000
- ¥56,000 per month
- ¥670,000 on an annualized basis
- ¥961,000
- ¥526,000
- ¥430,000

## 【ABCマート】September 1 is Disaster Prevention Day. The comfort of your everyday footwear brings peace of mind when emergencies strike. New sneakers offer “phase-free foot protection”

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000904.000074055.html
- anchor: #n2031895
- Companies mentioned: ABCマート、DANNER、HAWKINS、MERRELL、Saucony、TEVA、SKECHERS、adidas、ASICS、New Balance、VANS、株式会社国際貿易商事、株式会社エービーシー・マート

Facts:
- グレイシア ロウ COCOA ¥19,800 (tax included), 23.0–29.0 cm (in 0.5 cm increments)
- マウント599ミッド2 OATMEAL ¥10,890 (tax included), 22.5–29.0 cm (in 0.5 cm increments)
- マウント599ロウ2 BLACK/BLACK ¥9,790 (tax included), 22.5–29.0 cm (in 0.5 cm increments)
- モアブスピード2ミッドゴアテックス ASPHALT 25,300円（税込）25.0cm~29.0cm（0.5㎝刻み）
- ハーレストン KHAKI ¥9,790 (tax included), 24.5–29.0 cm (in 0.5 cm increments)
- ウィメンズ エンドルフィン エッジ FOG/ZENITH 6,589円（税込）22.5cm~25.5cm（0.5㎝刻み）
- エーティーエー BLACK ¥17,050 (tax included), 25.0–29.0 cm (in 0.5 cm increments)

## 〈Build a substantial “personal pension” with major tax-saving benefits〉A thorough guide to strategies for retaining more money with iDeCo than with NISA! 2027 edition of “iDeCo from Age 50: The Fastest, Strongest Path to Building Wealth” goes on sale August 19

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001318.000012754.html
- anchor: #n2031894
- Companies mentioned: 河出書房新社、株式会社ウェルスペント、野村證券、小社刊、KADOKAWA、日本年金学会、スタジオ・ファム

Facts:
- The age limit for joining has been raised to “before turning 70”
- Even those who start at age 50 will be able to secure a sufficient period of up to 20 years
- Specifications: 46-format, softcover, 192 pages
- List price: ¥1,870 (¥1,700 before tax)
- ISBN: 978-4-309-29623-4

## Preorders begin for the 2026 fall/winter collection of Nishikawa Down, a winter staple from ナノ・ユニバース

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001524.000009786.html
- anchor: #n2031893
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TSI、ナノ・ユニバース、nishikawa

Facts:
- 2026 AUTUMN＆WINTER
- Starting Friday, August 14, 2026
- More than 450 years since its founding

## 20歳の山﨑天がViVi10月号通常版表紙を飾る。写真家・松岡一哲が撮り下ろす「ハタチのてん」。副キャプテンとしての責任感や家族愛、変わらないことなど等身大を語る

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008799.000001719.html
- anchor: #n2031892
- Companies mentioned: ViVi、櫻坂46、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- Joined ViVi as a model at age 15
- She turns 21 this fall
- A major feature spanning 6 pages
- Price: ¥920
- “Right now, 80% of what's on my mind is about my family”

## Hideyoshi Kan's photobook release confirmed! Dazzles with a diverse range of visuals “on a Jetstar level”

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019946.000007006.html
- anchor: #n2031891
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、Amazon

Facts:
- Price: ¥3,420 (10% tax included)
- Specifications: B5 standard size, 96 pages

## A book by Ryoma Inose, amptalk's representative, “AGENT SALES: A New Sales Division of Labor to Win in the AI Era,” will be published on August 28

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:59:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000069.000084890.html
- anchor: #n2031828
- Companies mentioned: amptalk株式会社、扶桑社

Facts:
- List price: 2,090 yen (tax included)

## 「お好み焼・鉄板焼 きん太 南草津店」にて〈もんじゃ＆粉もん食べ放題〉スタート！！きん太初の食べ放題

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:46:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000125369.html
- anchor: #n2031829
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社テイル、お好み焼・鉄板焼 きん太、お好み焼・鉄板焼 きん太 南草津店、ホルモン屋きんちゃん、鰻・和牛 かねや

Facts:
- All-you-can-eat monjayaki: ¥1,628 for adults (tax included)
- All-you-can-eat flour-based dishes: ¥1,980 for adults (tax included)
- All-you-can-drink soft drinks and all-you-can-eat ice cream: +¥550 (tax included)
- All-you-can-drink alcohol and all-you-can-eat ice cream: +¥1,650 (tax included)
- Time limit: 100 minutes (last order 20 minutes before the end)
- Seating capacity: 134

## 空き家の解体に迷う理由、1位が「家財・遺品の整理が終わっていない」【空き家に関わる人へ解体の検討状況を調査】

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000071404.html
- anchor: #n2031765
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WAKERZ、KAI-TECH（カイテック）

Facts:
- 23.8% of people are undecided about demolishing a vacant home
- 13.9% have decided to demolish and are taking concrete steps
- Reason for hesitating to demolish: “Not finished sorting household belongings and keepsakes” at 65.2%
- Reason for hesitating to demolish: “Concerned about paying demolition costs” at 60.9%
- Condition that would make it easier to decide on demolition: “The total cost and breakdown of the demolition work are made clear” at 65.2%

## 朝風呂のあとは、つるりと一杯。ひょうたん温泉、「朝そうめん」を8月21日より時間限定で提供

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000079.000172433.html
- anchor: #n2031766
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーネット、ひょうたん温泉、温泉めし ゆらり

Facts:
- Serving period: Aug. 21, 2026 (Thursday)
- Serving time: 10:00 every morning
- Price: ¥800 (tax included)
- Established: June 1962
- Capital: 30 million yen

## 湯上がりに、うなぎをちょっと贅沢に。ひょうたん温泉、「ミニうな丼」を300円で販売開始

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000081.000172433.html
- anchor: #n2031702
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユーネット、ひょうたん温泉

Facts:
- “Mini unadon” on sale for ¥300
- Founded in the Taisho era, 100 years ago
- Capital: 30 million yen

## SUZUKI’s “KATANA” becomes a pizza cutter! “Pizza Cutter-na” to appear at CAMSHOP pop-up in Odawara!

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001507.000040971.html
- anchor: #n2031657
- Companies mentioned: SUZUKI、株式会社フェイス、CAMSHOP.JP

Facts:
- 2026年7月31日（金）～8月25日（火）

## In its 14th year on the market, the product has continued to address customers’ knee concerns and surpassed cumulative sales of 5 million bags

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000331.000005491.html
- anchor: #n2031658
- Companies mentioned: ジェイフロンティア株式会社、株式会社ウェルヴィーナス

Facts:
- Cumulative sales of 5 million bags

## kozokaAI obtains a patent for technology that understands the “context” of each business partner and structures forms such as faxes and PDFs as business data

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:41:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000175889.html
- anchor: #n2031535
- Companies mentioned: kozokaAI、オムニサイエンス、MONO-X、IBM i、AS/400

Facts:
- Patent No. 7839529
- Registration date: March 25, 2026
- Today, guided by the vision of “freeing all business operations from data entry,” we provide products in which AI understands unstructured data such as faxes, emails, and PDFs, and makes decisions and processes information while referring to master data, histories, and business rules. We aim to turn data entry, verification, and exception handling that remain upstream of ERP and core systems into AI-agent workflows, creating a world where people can focus on higher-value work. Inquiries Company: kozokaAI Inc. (Japanese name: 株式会社kozokaAI) Address: Aros Shibuya Building 3F, 3-15-4 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0002 Representative: Seita Fujii, Representative Director URL: https://www.kozoka-ai.co.jp/ Business: Development and provision of AI agents specializing in business operations upstream of ERP For inquiries regarding this matter: Public Relations, pr@kozoka-ai.co.jp

## 上野グループホールディングス adopts Workday Adaptive Planning for its management accounting system, aiming to accelerate investment decisions and strengthen its finances

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000054513.html
- anchor: #n2031533
- Companies mentioned: 上野グループホールディングス、Workday、Shearwater Japan株式会社、ワークデイ株式会社

Facts:
- Following an evaluation period of approximately 3 months

## [GRAND Survey] 34.1% of GRAND viewers are highly attuned to economic and business information, approximately 1.3 times the rate among the general public | n=1,036

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000125.000047349.html
- anchor: #n2031524
- Companies mentioned: GRAND株式会社、三菱地所グループ、株式会社マクロミル、日経電子版、東洋経済オンライン、ダイヤモンド・オンライン、NewsPicks、テレ東BIZ

Facts:
- 34.1% of GRAND viewers
- Approximately 1.3 times the rate among the general public
- 25.7% among the general public
- n=1,036
- n=1,035
- Approximately 1 in 2.9 people
- 25.2% at department-head level or above
- Approximately 1.3 times
- 62.9% involved in adoption
- 24.4% requested adoption
- Approximately 1.8 times
- 24.4% requested information

## Spray and wipe in a snap. New compact, portable HIDISC screen cleaner launched

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000053206.html
- anchor: #n2031527
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社磁気研究所、HIDISC、楽天、Amazon、FLASH STORE、MAG-LAB

Facts:
- Established: July 1979
- Capital: 100 million yen
- Number of employees: 120
- Product dimensions: Approx. W30mm × D30mm × H90mm
- Capacity: 10ml

## Includes questions from the 52nd–61st national exams! Learn efficiently in a short time!! — “Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist National Examination Common Questions: Perfect Q&A Workbook, Clinical Medicine [2nd Edition]” to be published Aug. 26!

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000195.000169048.html
- anchor: #n2031526
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社秀和システム新社、西島ゼミ

Facts:
- A database of more than 1,500 past exam questions
- Reached 45,000 channel subscribers
- List price: 2,750 yen (tax included)

## Includes questions from the 52nd–61st national exams! Learn efficiently in a short time!! — “Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist National Examination Common Questions: Perfect Q&A Workbook, Anatomy, Physiology and Kinesiology [2nd Edition]” to be published Aug. 26!

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000169048.html
- anchor: #n2031525
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社秀和システム新社、西島ゼミ

Facts:
- A database of more than 1,000 past exam questions!
- Reached 45,000 channel subscribers.
- List price: 2,530 yen (tax included)

## Chen Guoxiang's View: Geoeconomic Conflicts Simmer Beneath the Surface—The “Compound Crisis” Will Reach a Critical Peak in 2027

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11152294
- anchor: #n2031831
- Companies mentioned: Sibylline

Geopolitical tensions, AI overheating and supply-chain restructuring are converging, and a “compound crisis” could reach a critical point around 2027. The gap between excessive market expectations and reality could trigger global economic turmoil.

## Yue Jianyong's View: The “New Tripartite Division of the World”—China's Strategic Direction for Reshaping the Global Order

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154523
- anchor: #n2031830

岳健勇 has proposed a “New Three-Way Division of the World” strategy, seeking to establish China’s strategic leadership through resolving the North Korean nuclear issue, the democratic unification of Taiwan, and cooperation with Japan and Europe. This is an important signal of a restructuring of the international order.

## Li Qize's View: “Unification Without Unifying” Versus “Independence Without Declaring Independence”

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156349
- anchor: #n2031832

Zhu Weidong, director of the Institute of Taiwan Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, proposed “unification without unifying,” reflecting Beijing's gradual accumulation of de facto jurisdiction over Taiwan. Taiwan, in turn, responds with “independence without declaring independence.” Though formally symmetrical, the two approaches differ in nature: one expands power, while the other asserts self-determination. In the long term, they will heighten the risk of confrontation.

## Chen Yimin's View: We Have Not Forgotten the Tragedy of Solar Power

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156508
- anchor: #n2031833
- Companies mentioned: 台泥嘉謙綠能、台鹽綠能、雲豹能源

Chen Yimin criticized the Democratic Progressive Party for promoting solar power policies after taking office that have damaged farmland, caused an ecological crisis and fostered collusion between business and government. He said energy policy has no direction and numerous cases have exposed failures in oversight.

## “It Wasn't That Love Went Unreturned, but That There Was No Way Home…” It Took More Than 20 Years to Understand Why This Taiwanese Masterpiece Moved an Entire Generation to Tears

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150032
- anchor: #n2031835

The Taiwanese drama The Crystal Boys, which aired in 2003, continues to move many viewers more than 20 years later. Its portrayal of the loneliness of sexual minorities and family bonds has resonated across generations.

## Wang Zhixiong's View: The Green Party Emblem Keeps Shrinking as Public Anger in Taiwan Grows

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156522
- anchor: #n2031834

The Democratic Progressive Party is deliberately downplaying its party emblem and the color green in its election campaigns. The move is a response to declining support and rising public discontent, and aims to win over the middle class, but it also suggests an identity crisis for the party.

## Chen Chaoping's View: Can Virtual “Silicon-Based Polls” Reflect Real Public Opinion, or Do They Manipulate It?

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156512
- anchor: #n2031836

陳朝平 examines the effectiveness of “silicon-based polling.” AI-generated virtual samples can cover people who cannot be reached, but the risk of bias has also been pointed out.

## Chang Chün-kai's Column: Taiwan Needs More Than Just One “Love Letter to Grandma”

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156940
- anchor: #n2031837
- Companies mentioned: 開心麻花

The mainland Chinese film A Love Letter to Grandma has been a hit at the Taoyuan Film Festival, with tickets for both screenings selling out in five minutes. This shows Taiwanese audiences' strong appetite for excellent works from across the strait, whose cultural influence transcends political divisions.

## Opinion: Turning Arms Sales Into Bargaining Chips—A Warning for Taiwan at the West's Suez Moment

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156165
- anchor: #n2031598

Military sales to Taiwan worth $14 billion have repeatedly been postponed and resumed in step with the timing of high-level U.S.-China talks. This shows that Taiwan’s defense is treated not merely as a security issue but as a bargaining chip in negotiations with China, and reflects how the Western alliance system is shifting from shared values to exchanges of interests.

## Why Does a Frying Pan Handle Have to Have “1 Hole”? It's Not Just for Hanging—It Turns Out to Have Another Highly Practical Use

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156767
- anchor: #n2031597
- Companies mentioned: ZWILLING、STAUB、taste.com.au

The hole in a frying pan handle is a “hanging hole” for storage, but an online discussion has focused on using it to hold a wooden spatula while cooking. The difference between practical use and design intent has attracted attention.

## Opinion: What Taiwan Should Fear Is Not China's AI, but Its Own Lack of an “AI Content Industry”

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155810
- anchor: #n2031599

It has been argued that, to protect its cultural sovereignty in the AI era, Taiwan must prioritize building its own “AI content industry” even more than developing China’s AI technology. Establishing a content infrastructure is urgent.

## Education: Let AI Replace Teachers!

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11151857
- anchor: #n2031600

The current situation, in which teachers’ professional expertise is being drained by administrative work, has been highlighted, with a proposal that AI take on tasks it can replace so teachers can focus on the essence of education. A review of institutional design is urgent.

## Chang Rui-hsiung's View: What Will Be Left of Universities in the AI Wave?

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155569
- anchor: #n2031601
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Google、Amazon、Microsoft、Meta、Anthropic

As AI solves difficult mathematical problems in a short time, university research capabilities are being threatened by pay gaps with companies and unequal access to resources. Reassessing academic independence is urgent.

## Wu Tongxiong's View: Great Feasts Often Conceal Great Corruption! Chen Shih-chung Must Be Held Accountable for the Truth About the Vaccines!

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156884
- anchor: #n2031602
- Companies mentioned: 慈済、BNT（ファイザー）

陳時中’s obstruction of vaccine procurement and 慈済’s sudden entry into the process have drawn scrutiny. The record of “DPP 1 million” has strengthened suspicions about political flows of money, while the opaque handling of massive public funds has been criticized.

## Opinion: Eight Questions That Should Be Addressed Before Revoking Chinese Spouse Zhou Manzhi's Household Registration!

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156129
- anchor: #n2031603

周満芝, a mainland Chinese spouse living in Taiwan, was convicted of violating the National Security Act, and procedures to revoke her status in Taiwan are underway. In response, 8 issues have been raised from the perspectives of the rule of law and human rights.

## Opinion: Can We Have a Day When We Don't Talk Politics After Work?—What Taiwan Lacks, Seen Through Hattori Ryokuchi in Osaka: “Mountain and Sea Day”

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156135
- anchor: #n2031605

The author experienced Mountain Day in Osaka and proposed establishing a “Mountain and Sea Day” in Taiwan. The author argues that living in harmony with nature should become part of the national memory.

## Opinion: Why Do Tzu Chi Members Speak So Grandly About Buddhist Practice? When Blind Obedience Replaces Wisdom

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156578
- anchor: #n2031604
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海

A controversy over a NT$十億 commission in the Tzu Chi BNT vaccine procurement case has prompted criticism of its internal governance and faith culture, with questions raised about the transparency of senior-level decisions and accountability.

## Opinion: After 44 Years of Advocacy for Euthanasia Law Reform, a Referendum Should End Legislative Inertia

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156567
- anchor: #n2031606

Debate over legalizing euthanasia, which began in 1982, has made no progress in 44 years, and a referendum has been proposed as a way to break through political inaction. This is a human rights issue involving the protection of the dignity and autonomy of life.

## “Han-Manchu Coexistence” in the Early Qing and the Surrender of the Scholar-Officials: Excerpt from The Age of Anxiety (2)

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154209
- anchor: #n2031466

Emperor Yongzheng did not reject the term “barbarian” in the Record of Great Righteousness to Dispel Confusion, instead asserting the legitimacy of coexistence among multiple ethnic groups. This took place against a backdrop of the early Qing literati’s submission and the strengthening of political rule.

## The Truly Cruel Thing About Haikyu!! Isn't Losing: After Years of Hard Work, You Discover Someone Is Naturally Better Than You—Should You Keep Going?

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156760
- anchor: #n2031465
- Companies mentioned: 集英社

Haikyu!! depicts the gap between effort and talent, and reexamines the “meaning of effort” through the growth of characters such as Oikawa and Hinata. Success is not victory but the accumulation of personal growth.

## Why Didn't Giyu Tomioka Kill Nezuko in Demon Slayer? Because He Took One More Look at “1 Thing” Instead of Seeing Only a Demon

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156776
- anchor: #n2031464

Demon Slayer argues that people should be judged by their “actions,” not their “status,” through the demon Nezuko’s efforts to protect humans. It is a powerful warning about real-world prejudice and crowd psychology.

## A Month Before the Announcement! Why Are E-Commerce Sellers Unafraid of Last-Minute Design Changes and Already Selling Foldable iPhone Cases? What Are Accessory Makers Betting On?

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578424
- anchor: #n2031768
- Companies mentioned: タタ電子

発表1か月前の折りたたみiPhoneやiPhone 18向けに、サードパーティ製アクセサリー業者が既に保護ケースを販売開始。供給網の情報漏洩や設計データ流出が背景にあり、高リスクな先行生産が進行中。

## 〈台股盤前要聞〉11天反彈6700點 4萬6關前震盪、中國大廠吹響SiC漲價號角 台廠同步受惠

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:56:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578445
- anchor: #n2031769
- Companies mentioned: 環球晶、合晶、廣運、世芯-KY、國泰金控、富邦金控

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## Would a US-Iran Deal to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz Be “Useless”? Barron's: It May Only “Temporarily” Lower Oil Prices

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:40:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578354
- anchor: #n2031770
- Companies mentioned: Barron's

If the US and Iran reach a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices may fall temporarily, but the effect may not last because geopolitical risks remain unresolved. Barron's analysis says the underlying issues are still stability in the Middle East and the structure of supply.

## Bank of America Reveals the Best “AI Bubble Trade”: Recommends Going Long on Both “Arrogance” and “Prejudice”

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578353
- anchor: #n2031771

A U.S. bank securities firm is advocating a strategy of holding long positions in both “arrogance” and “prejudice” during the peak period for AI investment. It warns of market overheating and political risks.

## “Exploring China”: Trending Topic! Banks Can Now Issue Marriage Certificates!

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578320
- anchor: #n2031538
- Companies mentioned: 郵儲銀行、富滇銀行、界面新聞、每日經濟新聞

China’s first marriage registration office inside a bank has opened in Tianjin, drawing attention. The Postal Savings Bank is working with civil affairs authorities to expand resident services and increase customer visits.

## US-Iran Tensions Keep Rising! Iranian Parliament Passes Anti-Infiltration Bill; Interviews With “Hostile Media” From the US or Israel Could Carry a Two-Year Sentence

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578442
- anchor: #n2031537

Iran’s parliament has passed an anti-infiltration bill that makes contact with U.S. and Israeli media a criminal offense. Citing national security, it restricts freedom of reporting and academic activity, raising international concern.

## Morgan Stanley warns that 2 risks could drive up inflation; Fed may face new challenges

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6577982
- anchor: #n2031539
- Companies mentioned: 摩根士丹利、Apple

摩根士丹利 warns that worsening energy conditions and rising AI demand could push inflation higher. The Federal Reserve may keep interest rates high for an extended period, creating new challenges for monetary policy.

## AI bearish concerns emerge! BofA warns infrastructure costs could push up interest rates and weigh on U.S. stocks

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578339
- anchor: #n2031540
- Companies mentioned: 米国銀行、Sevens Report Research、MRB Partners

Investment in AI infrastructure is driving up costs and increasing inflationary pressure in the United States. This could contribute to higher interest rates and falling share prices, affecting the economy.

## ChangXin Technology’s market value nears Intel’s! Surges to $540.5 billion, surpasses 騰訊 and ranks as the world’s 24th-largest company

- Published: 2026-08-17T05:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578340
- anchor: #n2031404
- Companies mentioned: インテル、騰訊、サムスン電子、SKハイニクス、マイクロン・テクノロジー、Bernstein、野村証券

After its IPO, China’s DRAM giant 長鑫科技 reached a market capitalization of $540.5 billion, closing in on インテル and ranking 24th globally. It surpassed 騰訊 and has become a company to watch in the semiconductor industry.

## 尼布恩合唱團 takes the stage barefoot in traditional attire, wins 2 more gold medals at world competition

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:37:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608170011.aspx
- anchor: #n2031915
- Companies mentioned: 尼布恩合唱團、Interkultur、台北愛樂合唱團、室內合唱團

Facts:
- 尼布恩合唱團 won gold medals in the contemporary music and mixed choir categories, scoring 87.28 and 88.38 points.

## Taiwan takes runner-up spot at World Junior Baseball Championship

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:37:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608170010.aspx
- anchor: #n2031916
- Companies mentioned: 世界少棒联盟、底特律老虎队

Facts:
- The teams battled through the 10th inning
- Ultimately lost 3-6
- Taoyuan City’s Xinming Junior High team has competed 8 times
- Won the championship 5 times

## Good Morning World》Oil, gas and fare subsidies estimated at a hundred billion may be included in a supplemental budget; defense funding amount remains undecided

- Published: 2026-08-17T08:24:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608175001.aspx
- anchor: #n2031908
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、立法院、海軍陸戰隊、水利署、川湖、國巨、美國航艦、林肯號、華盛頓號、文化部、駐釜山辦事處、國美館、韓國光州雙年展、美國矽谷國際發明展

Facts:
- In 114, average disposable income per household was NT$1.21 million
- A total of 1.303 million cubic meters of sediment has been dredged
- Equivalent to filling 521.2 standard swimming pools
- More than 3600 patents have been accumulated to date
- Won 24 golds
- 8 silver medals
- 1 bronze medal

## 川普 says he has good relations with 金正恩, orders reduction in scale of joint military drills with South Korea

- Published: 2026-08-17T07:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170009.aspx
- anchor: #n2031767
- Companies mentioned: 川普、金正恩、赫格塞斯、韓美聯合軍司令部、唐納、俄烏

Facts:
- Lasting 11 days
- 18,000 South Korean troops
- 28,500 U.S. forces stationed in South Korea

## 美軍中央司令部 commander visits USS Lincoln: Crew members’ mental health is a top priority

- Published: 2026-08-17T06:50:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170008.aspx
- anchor: #n2031536
- Companies mentioned: 美軍中央司令部、英國廣播公司新聞網、美國海軍、戰爭部

The commander of 美軍中央司令部, Cooper, visited the USS Lincoln and stressed that crew members’ mental health is a top leadership priority. In response to concerns over the prolonged deployment, the military said mental health aboard the ship was good and denied that a crisis existed.

Facts:
- The U.S. military has 11 active aircraft carriers
- A record of more than 240 consecutive days without docking
- The USS Lincoln, with 5000 people serving aboard

## 以色列拒絕川普加薩和平計畫 8個穆斯林國家譴責

- Published: 2026-08-17T05:55:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608170007.aspx
- anchor: #n2031403
- Companies mentioned: 以色列、美國、川普、沙烏地阿拉伯、埃及、約旦、巴基斯坦、印尼、土耳其、卡達、阿拉伯聯合大公國、哈瑪斯、尼坦雅胡、和平理事會

Facts:
- 8 Muslim countries
- A 15-point plan
- October 27
- October 7

## [勝悅-KY] Announces expected date of board meeting to review the company’s consolidated financial statements for the 2nd quarter of 115

- Published: 2026-08-16T23:22:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=1340&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=222233&spoke_date=20260816
- anchor: #n2031534
- Companies mentioned: 勝悅-KY

勝悅-KY will hold a board meeting on August 24, 115, to review its consolidated financial statements for the 2nd quarter of 115.

## [Ennoconn] Announces final settlement results of its tender offer for subsidiary Kontron AG

- Published: 2026-08-16T21:27:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=6414&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=202747&spoke_date=20260816
- anchor: #n2031532
- Companies mentioned: Kontron AG

Ennoconn (6414) completed settlement of its tender offer for subsidiary Kontron AG, investing about 287 million euros to acquire more than 12 million shares and further consolidating its position as the largest shareholder.

## [PharmaEssentia] Applies to the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) to expand the ET indication for Ropeginterferonalfa-2b (P1101) to all adult patients with ET and change the dosing regimen for the PV indication to a high-dose regimen

- Published: 2026-08-16T12:34:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=6446&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=113440&spoke_date=20260816
- anchor: #n2031531
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部食品藥物管理署 (TFDA)

PharmaEssentia announced an application to change the indications and dosing regimen for its drug candidate P1101. The move aims to expand the patient population for ET treatment and optimize the benefits of PV treatment.

## [沛爾生醫-創] announces that the par value of its shares will change from NT$10 to NT$0.5. Announcement period: Aug. 6, 115, to Nov. 5, 115.

- Published: 2026-08-16T08:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Original link pending
- anchor: #n2031530
- Companies mentioned: 臺灣證券交易所

沛爾生醫-創 announced it will change the par value of its shares from NT$10 to NT$0.5. The change has been approved by the Taiwan Stock Exchange, and the new shares are expected to begin trading on September 7, 115.

## 【上緯投控】公告本公司名稱由「上緯國際投資控股股份有限公司」更名為「上緯國際控股股份有限公司」，公告期間：115年6月11日至115年9月10日。

- Published: 2026-08-16T08:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=3708&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=70003&spoke_date=20260801
- anchor: #n2031529

上緯投控 has changed its company name from “上緯國際投資控股” to “上緯國際控股.” The move signals a reassessment of its brand strategy and suggests expansion into businesses beyond investment.

## 【三晃】Announcement that the company's name will change from “三晃股份有限公司” to “國慶科技股份有限公司”; announcement period: July 1, 115, to Sept. 30, 115.

- Published: 2026-08-16T08:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
- Official text: https://mopsov.twse.com.tw/mops/web/ajax_t05st01?encodeURIComponent=1&step=2&firstin=1&off=1&queryName=co_id&inpuType=co_id&TYPEK=sii&co_id=1721&year=115&month=8&b_date=1&e_date=31&seq_no=1&spoke_time=70003&spoke_date=20260801
- anchor: #n2031528

三晃股份有限公司 announced that it will change its name to「國慶科技股份有限公司」, effective June 29, 115. Its stock code, 1721, will remain unchanged. The move reflects a strategic transformation.

## [Manga] The challenges faced in class by a modern medical student seeking efficiency

- Published: 2026-08-17T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1351162
- anchor: #n2031735

## Opening a practice without consultants: The key to success was “concept”

- Published: 2026-08-17T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1345186
- anchor: #n2031734
- Companies mentioned: アスレティックス整形外科肩膝スポーツクリニック

## What are the monthly expenses of private-practice physicians? The reality of running costs by specialty

- Published: 2026-08-17T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1351159
- anchor: #n2031733

Facts:
- More than 1,000 practicing physicians who own clinics