# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-18 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 112 items from 4 sources; Japan, 68 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Announcing the August 2026 “Company Interviews” — developing next-generation leaders, career education, and new employee training

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000118301.html
- anchor: #n2055157
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本人材ニュース社、富士フイルムビジネスイノベーション、東京ガス、ファンケル

Facts:
- New employee training spanning 5 months

## A new shield for the Indo-Pacific: complete equipment package for ASEV's No. 1 ship to be shipped to Japan

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000034816.html
- anchor: #n2055159
- Companies mentioned: ロッキード マーティン、日本防衛省、米国ミサイル防衛局、三菱商事米国現地法人（Mitsubishi International Corporation）

Facts:
- A total of 2 ASEV ships will be built
- The AN/SPY 7(V)1 radar will be equipped with 4 antenna faces
- (United States, August 17, 2026)
- Toward commissioning in 2027 and 2028

## Vamos deferred payment service begins integration with “Repist X (Cross),” a D2C-focused shopping cart

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188203.html
- anchor: #n2055178
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Vamosファイナンスサービス、ネクステージグループホールディングス株式会社、株式会社リピスト

Facts:
- Capital: ¥134.56 million
- Employees: 300

## Have you ever found yourself repeatedly thinking, “So, what's the point?” A ranking of communication habits that quietly annoy people at work, based on a survey of 500 workers 【Supervised by a former NHK announcer】

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000187236.html
- anchor: #n2055177
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コアコネクト、NHK

Facts:
- Have felt irritated by the way a colleague or supervisor speaks
- Said they were confident in their own speaking style
- Have actually received feedback about their speaking style
- The conclusion never comes, and the speaker goes on too long
- They speak so quickly that it's hard to make out what they're saying
- Their voice trails off, making them sound unsure
- They frequently use verbal tics such as “um” and “uh”
- Their voice is so quiet that you have to ask them to repeat themselves

## 【Gujo, Gifu】Immerse yourself in “water touching humans for the first time.” Earth dome sauna “然 -zen-” opens in Motai, a village in the sky

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189159.html
- anchor: #n2055176
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社R.D.C.、HARVIA

Facts:
- Price: ¥11,000 [tax included]
- 16°C–18°C year-round

## “Kozai in the west, Okura in the east”: The Fish Factory Japan, a seafood wholesaler formed through the merger of former rivals, introduces next-generation uniforms made from used fishing nets in an unlikely partnership with an apparel company

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000123809.html
- anchor: #n2055175
- Companies mentioned: ザ・フィッシュファクトリー・ジャパン株式会社、カイタックグループ、カイタックトレーディング株式会社、株式会社香西物産、株式会社大倉、水産系プラスチック資源リサイクル推進協議会（Re:ism）、八重山漁業協同組合、The Fish Factory Australia

Facts:
- Record high (¥70,000/kg)
- Purchased ¥10 million worth in total
- Made using 17% used fishing nets
- A total of 42 net manufacturing and seafood processing companies are participating

## 【Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake】Kumamoto support team launches crowdfunding to fund long-term assistance lasting more than 4 months

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000062491.html
- anchor: #n2055174
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 熊本支援チーム、PLAY PARK 八代、くまモンストリートファニチャー

Facts:
- 38 people have died in Kumamoto Prefecture
- There are still as many as 3,684 evacuees
- Volunteer participants: 191 in total
- Volunteer participants: 298 in total
- Disaster-damaged homes cleared: 181 in total
- Disaster waste removed: 74.65 t total
- Meals served: 7,900 in total
- Relief supplies received: 136 t total
- Relief supplies sent: 58.5 t total
- People unable to return home accommodated: 19 in total
- Volunteer lodging provided: 245 people in total
- Donations totaling ¥4 million have come in from across the country
- Fundraising goal: ¥5 million

## 【Robloxユーザー1,015件を独自調査】約4人に3人が「ほぼ毎日」プレイ。人気ジャンル1位は「バトル／アクション」

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000157985.html
- anchor: #n2055173
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社newgame、Roblox

Facts:
- 74.7% of respondents are 14 or younger
- 75.4% play Roblox “almost every day”
- 90.6% play at least 3 days a week
- 1回のプレイ時間は「3時間以上」が31.9%で最多
- 47.5%が1回2時間以上プレイ
- 人気ジャンル1位は「バトル／アクション」55.2%
- ゲームの好きなポイント1位は「友達や家族と遊べる」54.0%

## YStory’s research on “JoyHer Pro,” a self-care app that supports women experiencing menopause, published in the academic journal “Digital Health”

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000122669.html
- anchor: #n2055172
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YStory、京都大学医学部婦人科学産科学教室、Digital Health

Facts:
- 91 women aged 45–55 with menopausal symptoms
- Used JoyHer Pro for 6 months
- The follow-up rate at the end of the study period was 96%
- Recorded symptoms for a median of 165 days
- The median read rate for educational content was also 72.4%
- Median of 33 before the study began
- Median of 27 at 3 months after the intervention began
- Median of 26 at 6 months

## Donations for those affected by the “Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake”

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000116763.html
- anchor: #n2055171
- Companies mentioned: 酒井化学工業株式会社、マキノ化学工業株式会社、福井ミナセル株式会社、山陽ミナセル株式会社、関東ミナセル株式会社、九州ミナセル株式会社、日本赤十字社

Facts:
- Total donations: ¥10 million
- 酒井化学工業株式会社: ¥5 million
- ¥1 million each

## “Did not apply because they did not know about demolition subsidies”: 53.1% [Findings reveal that more than half missed out on an opportunity]

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000071404.html
- anchor: #n2055170
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WAKERZ、KAI-TECH（カイテック）

Facts:
- 53.1% did not apply because they were unaware of the subsidy program when demolishing their property
- A total of 28.1% had received a subsidy or been approved for one but had not yet received it
- Among the 65 people who had not received a subsidy, 61.5% said the reason was that they did not know about the program
- 9.2% had signed a contract or begun work before applying
- 6.2% found the required documents and procedures complicated
- Among the 56 people who knew about the program, the most common source of information was “municipal websites and newsletters,” at 30.4%
- 77.1% of detached houses were vacant immediately before demolition

## For sensitive skin that has given up on exfoliation for fear of irritation. Salon-born “MY NADESHICO グロウトーンローション” launches!

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000048587.html
- anchor: #n2055169
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アンジェラックス、My NADESHICO

Facts:
- Volume: 100 ml
- Price: ¥7,260 (pre-tax price ¥6,600)
- Release date: Monday, September 14, 2026
- Embargo date: Monday, July 6, 2026

## [Available for a limited time] HITO Hospital feature | Japan Management’s “Waculba Executive Talks”

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000105083.html
- anchor: #n2055168
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本経営、社会医療法人石川記念会 HITO病院

Facts:
- 2026年8月26日（水）・27日（木）の2日間
- Special conversation held on February 25 and 26, 2026
- Information as of January 2026
- 12:30～13:30
- 各開催日の前日16時
- 590 iPhones

## Bring グローブ・トロッター into your interior. Steamer Home Trunk launches

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000024442.html
- anchor: #n2055167
- Companies mentioned: グローブ・トロッター、グローブ・トロッター アジアパシフィック株式会社

Facts:
- Exterior dimensions: 91 x 37 x 52 cm - W x H x D
- Capacity: 136 L
- Weight: 9.8 kg (tray: 2.6 kg)
- Price including tax: ¥819,500

## 【初期費用0円】1億円クラスの完全オリジナルXRアトラクションを共同開発。日本XRセンター、大規模遊園地・テーマパーク向けレベニューシェアモデルを本格始動

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000084.000110387.html
- anchor: #n2055166
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日本XRセンター

Facts:
- Production budget in the ¥100 million class
- 0 yen initial cost
- Up to 100 players at once

## 名港海運 promotes the streamlining of customs operations by adopting AI通関クラウド「Shippio Clear」

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000025761.html
- anchor: #n2055165
- Companies mentioned: 名港海運、株式会社Shippio、AI通関クラウド「Shippio Clear」、NACCS、Shippio Cargo、Shippio Works

Facts:
- Reading accuracy: 97%
- Ready to contribute from day one after 1 month, even with no prior experience

## Stayway, operator of Subsidy Cloud, to exhibit at “FIT Osaka 2026”; joint seminar with Shizugin Consulting also scheduled

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000351.000028016.html
- anchor: #n2055164
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Stayway、静銀経営コンサルティング株式会社、静岡銀行グループ、日本金融通信社（ニッキン）、金融ジャーナル社、Deloitte

Facts:
- “FIT Osaka 2026”
- The first day of the event, Thursday, September 3
- The seminar will be held on Thursday, September 3, from 11:50 to 12:30
- Established: July 7, 2017

## ZETA VOICE, a review, feedback and Q&A engine, has been adopted on QVC's official e-commerce site QVC.jp, operated by 株式会社QVCジャパン

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000637.000038104.html
- anchor: #n2055163
- Companies mentioned: ZETA株式会社、QVC、QVCジャパン

Facts:
- Established: August 2005
- Capital: 96 million yen (as of Oct. 1, 2024)

## [定食屋 宮本むなし] Starting 8/19, limited-time sales of local specialties “Yakitori Bowl” and “Meat and Egg Bowl”!

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000996.000122416.html
- anchor: #n2055162
- Companies mentioned: 定食屋 宮本むなし、M&Sフードサービス株式会社、SRSホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Starting Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
- Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
- 23 定食屋 宮本むなし locations
- Small Imabari Yakitori Bowl and zaru soba ¥990 (tax included)
- Imabari Yakitori Bowl and zaru soba ¥1,290 (tax included)
- Imabari Yakitori Bowl ¥950 (tax included)
- Small Kure Specialty Meat and Egg Bowl and zaru soba ¥990 (tax included)
- Kure Specialty Meat and Egg Bowl and zaru soba ¥1,290 (tax included)
- Kure Specialty Meat and Egg Bowl ¥950 (tax included)
- Coupon for 100 yen off all large-size zaru soba
- 100 winners will be selected

## Kenty graces the cover of the special October issue of ViVi! What inspires his creativity? What would he do if he became ViVi’s editor-in-chief? A look inside Kento Nakajima’s mind! [Special bonus included]

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008807.000001719.html
- anchor: #n2055161
- Companies mentioned: ViVi、Netflix、Amazon、楽天ブックス、TVアニメ『攻殻機動隊 THE GHOST IN THE SHELL』

Facts:
- Price: ¥920
- Release date: Friday, August 21, 2026

## Yuki Hayama’s 2027 calendar set for release! An authentic coming-of-age story focused on “something never seen before”

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000019948.000007006.html
- anchor: #n2055160
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA、爆上戦隊ブンブンジャー

Facts:
- Price: ¥3,190 (10% tax included)
- Scheduled release date: Friday, December 4, 2026

## KAI-TECH（カイテック） launches a demolition cost simulator that is free to use and requires no personal information

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000071404.html
- anchor: #n2055019
- Companies mentioned: KAI-TECH、カイテック、株式会社WAKERZ、WAKERZ

Facts:
- “Super-rough estimate” with as few as 4 questions
- “Rough estimate” with 12 questions covering site conditions and items to be removed
- Super-rough estimate (4 questions) | Approx. 30 seconds
- Rough estimate (12 questions) | Approx. 1 minute

## Pharma IT & Digital Health Expo 2027 announced

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000231.000011263.html
- anchor: #n2055021
- Companies mentioned: インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社、CPHI Japan、Medtec Japan

Facts:
- Approximately 150 exhibitors
- 100 seminars and panel discussions
- [Exhibitors] 130 companies (planned)
- [Visitors] 10,000 people (expected)

## See legendary cars from 『バリバリ伝説』 up close in Odawara! Display and sale of 1/12-scale models of Gun Koma’s Honda NSR500 and Honda CB750F

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001487.000040971.html
- anchor: #n2055020
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイス、CAMSHOP.JP、AUTOart、Honda、講談社

Facts:
- 1/12-scale model
- Friday, July 31–Wednesday, August 26, 2026

## A free “selection checklist” that shows you how to choose the right part-time, temporary staffing or BPO option in 5 minutes!

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000096110.html
- anchor: #n2054952
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BOD

Facts:
- 15 questions
- 5 areas

## グローバルキッチン株式会社 adopts “invox Expense,” reducing expense settlement processing time from 12 hours to 4 hours

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000054319.html
- anchor: #n2054894
- Companies mentioned: グローバルキッチン株式会社、株式会社invox

Facts:
- Reduces monthly expense settlement processing time from 12 hours to around 4 hours
- Number of employees: 80 (as of November 2025)
- Capital: 100 million yen (as of November 2021)

## ㈱APOLLO11、フロンティア級AI「apollo11-fusion」をローンチ 価格は従来の3分の1

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188956.html
- anchor: #n2054903
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社APOLLO11、OpenAI

Facts:
- Approximately 3,300,000 tokens (※) and 1 week free
- Reduces costs by up to approximately 65%

## [First nationwide] ART Mutual Aid obtains approval for mutual aid coverage targeting “training and employment” and “nursing care”

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000095943.html
- anchor: #n2054902
- Companies mentioned: ART共済協同組合、有限会社アート企畫社

Facts:
- The training and employment system, which takes effect on April 1, 2027
- In 2022, obtained approval as the nation’s first mutual aid program for mutual assistance between supervising organizations and registered support organizations

## 株式会社NINAITE and 株式会社SOUSHINホールディングス sign capital and business alliance — harnessing the power of foreign talent to address labor shortages in the construction industry and develop local talent

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000026.000053036.html
- anchor: #n2054901
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NINAITE、株式会社SOUSHINホールディングス、株式会社創伸建設

Facts:
- Capital: 95,000,600 yen
- 65 employees (including group companies)

## A new “In-house Operation / Managed Service Plan” has been added to “ECPRO RPP,” an automatic RPP ad optimization tool for 楽天市場, to support in-house operations and know-how development!

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000071.000085035.html
- anchor: #n2054900
- Companies mentioned: 楽天市場、株式会社Proteinum、ECPRO RPP

Facts:
- Automatic addition by product and keyword (free for up to 1,000 products)
- Minimum monthly fee: ¥10,000 and up
- Monthly ad spend × 5% + 100,000 yen / month

## Hybrid event featuring Yuka Harigai and Takahiro Kitano to explore work styles through “time for yourself” and “career breaks”

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000056057.html
- anchor: #n2054899
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人プロティアン・キャリア協会、4designs株式会社、一般社団法人キャリアブレイク研究所、SBクリエイティブ、KADOKAWA、千倉書房、パナソニック インダストリー株式会社、住友商事株式会社、森永製菓株式会社、株式会社ポーラ、株式会社電通デジタル、出光興産株式会社、株式会社インテージ、株式会社エクサ

Facts:
- Limited to 30 in-person attendees
- Client track record: パナソニック インダストリー株式会社/住友商事株式会社/森永製菓株式会社/株式会社ポーラ/株式会社電通デジタル/出光興産株式会社/株式会社インテージ/株式会社エクサ and more than 250 companies

## Light-leak LED spotlights launched in 2 colors: black and white

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000383.000005615.html
- anchor: #n2054898
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヤザワコーポレーション

Facts:
- High color rendering, Ra93

## Multifunctional LED clamp desk lamps launched in 2 colors: black and white

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000384.000005615.html
- anchor: #n2054897
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヤザワコーポレーション

Facts:
- 5-level brightness adjustment
- 4-level color temperature adjustment
- Arm moves 90° up and down
- Light head moves 145° up and down
- 180° left and right

## [Capacity increased from 100 to 200] Report session on the “Survey of the Current Status of Identifying and Utilizing Relationship Populations,” to be held on 8/19 (Wed.) — Capacity increased due to high demand. Findings from a survey of 242 municipalities nationwide will be explained [Free to attend]

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000384.000132312.html
- anchor: #n2054896
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、シナジーマーケティング株式会社

Facts:
- 97.5% of municipalities are concerned about population decline and a shortage of people to support their communities
- Just 7.4% have a numerical “overall picture” of their connected population
- 接点は1自治体あたり平均4.2チャネル
- Only 4.5% are able to continuously understand people’s “interests and true feelings”
- The most common challenge is “unable to measure effectiveness,” at 64.0%

## [にじさんじ] First live event for popular unit “3SKM,” featuring 北見遊征, 魁星 and 榊ネス, on 8/22-8/23; the eve-of-event celebration and main event will be streamed live exclusively in Japan on Nico Nico!

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000988.000096446.html
- anchor: #n2054895
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドワンゴ、にじさんじ、3SKM、北見遊征、魁星、榊ネス、ニコニコ生放送、池袋ヒットビジョン

Facts:
- Total video views on YouTube have exceeded 210 million
- Main-stream viewing ticket: 4,000 yen (tax included)
- Liver-camera viewing ticket: 2,000 yen (tax included)
- Venue fixed-camera viewing ticket: 1,500 yen (tax included)
- Main-stream viewing ticket: 6,500 yen (tax included)
- Main-stream viewing ticket with merchandise: 8,500 yen (tax included)
- Liver-camera viewing ticket: 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Venue fixed-camera viewing ticket: 2,000 yen (tax included)

## Notice of special well-being program

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000232.000011263.html
- anchor: #n2054755
- Companies mentioned: インフォーマ、インフォーマ マーケッツ ジャパン株式会社、（一社）社会的健康戦略研究所

Facts:
- Approximately 20 sessions will be held over 3 days
- September 30, 2026 (Wed.)–October 2 (Fri.)

## Japan-originated “lesson study” becomes teaching material for educators approved by the Cambodian government

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000038405.html
- anchor: #n2054756
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人SALASUSU、カンボジア労働職業訓練省

Facts:
- Over approximately 4 years
- 16 schools in 4 regions of Cambodia
- 2 schools: Takeo School and Siem Reap School
- 52 lesson improvements

## Registration now open for free participation in the 4th installment of the webinar series [8/30 (Sun.)]

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:01:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000109918.html
- anchor: #n2054736
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 光JSみらい、銅網メロ アンジェラ あゆみ

Facts:
- August 30, 2026 (Sunday)
- 9:30 a.m.

## Minato Investment provides debt financing to an early-stage company as a newly established asset management firm

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000150746.html
- anchor: #n2054738
- Companies mentioned: みなと投資株式会社、日本政策金融公庫、西日本シティ銀行、福岡市、福岡県信用保証協会

Facts:
- The August 2023 amendment to the decree

## [An introductory guide for the AI era] Learn the latest in web development with Vite＋Express＋Prisma! Publication of “Introduction to Node.js for Modern Web Application Development”

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000199.000169048.html
- anchor: #n2054737
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社秀和システム新社、Vite、Express、Prisma、Amazon、楽天ブックス

Facts:
- List price: 3,520 yen (tax included)
- More than 200 books have been published to date.

## Hai Zhongxiong’s view: With Minamitorishima and Shin-Etsu Chemical, is Japan’s rare-earth industry on the verge of a major boom?

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156999
- anchor: #n2055093
- Companies mentioned: 信越化学、JAMSTEC、東京大学、IODP

The Japanese government announced plans to develop deep-sea rare-earth mud near Minamitorishima and that 信越化学 will build a new refining plant. The effort aims to reduce dependence on China.

## 牛仔褲腰後為何常有一塊「皮牌」？不是只有放Logo，100多年前其實是在證明品質

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157103
- anchor: #n2055092
- Companies mentioned: Levi Strauss & Co.

The “Two Horse” leather patch on Levi’s jeans, introduced in 1886, was a visual declaration of the product’s durability and also helped identify the brand. The design dates back more than 100 years.

## Gong Sun Ce column: The wars in Ukraine and Iran go on and on—has Sun Tzu’s Art of War said “thanks for watching”?

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157093
- anchor: #n2055094

Columnist Gong Sun Ce analyzes the modern relevance of The Art of War amid the rise of “chronic wars.” Citing Trump’s Iran policy as an example, he says it overlooks the costs of war and humanitarian concerns, leading to strategic failure.

## Lin Tengyao’s view: With 7 trillion yuan in budgets for affiliated agencies and funds, will we keep making things up and reviewing them carelessly?

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157064
- anchor: #n2055095

Lin Teng-yao, an emeritus professor at Tunghai University, criticized deliberations on the 115 central government budget. He pointed to a lack of transparency in budgets totaling 7 trillion yuan for affiliated agencies and funds, and called the legislature and the executive branch to account.

## Kong Lingxin’s view: With 100 days left in the election campaign, Lai Ching-te and the DPP’s campaign platform is shockingly lackluster!

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156662
- anchor: #n2055097
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、慈濟

Kong Lingxin criticized Lai Ching-te and the Democratic Progressive Party for having no achievements to tout with 100 days left before the election, relying only on the “resist China, protect Taiwan” slogan. He also said their mishandling of the tainted cooking oil incident has fueled public anger, leaving their election prospects worrying.

## How do you read all those strange symbols on clothing care labels? Triangles, circles and squares mean completely different things, and many people get them wrong

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11157118
- anchor: #n2055096
- Companies mentioned: 国際紡織品洗滌標誌協会（GINETEX）、国際標準化機構（ISO）

An explainer on how to correctly read clothing care labels details their meanings, which many consumers misunderstand, based on international standards. It explains the five basic symbols for washing, bleaching, drying, ironing and professional cleaning.

## Wang Fengsheng’s view: Kaohsiung’s crisis is not losing an election, but losing population

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157036
- anchor: #n2055098
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Kaohsiung’s declining population and the outflow of young people to the north have been described as a crisis in the city’s competitiveness that goes beyond election results. Industrial transformation and policies to retain talent are urgently needed.

## Opinion submission: Campaigning is not stock trading—the concerns behind the Taiwan government’s impressive figures

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156572
- anchor: #n2054830

A financial analyst warned that Taiwan’s AI-driven economic growth is overly concentrated in semiconductors, pointing to wealth inequality and structural risks. The analyst urged the government to remain vigilant.

## Chiikawa looks so comforting, so why does it seem more and more cruel to adults? You have to work, earn certifications and strive for higher income; the world is more realistic than it seems

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156949
- anchor: #n2054829
- Companies mentioned: 講談社、富士テレビ

Chiikawa may look soothing and cute, but its characters reflect the realities of adulthood through work, qualification exams and efforts to increase income. The contrast has resonated with audiences.

## Opinion submission: Unprecedented for the president to lead a last-minute rescue effort 100 days out

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156593
- anchor: #n2054831

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te launched a “rescue” campaign in reliably pro-DPP Kaohsiung 100 days before the vote, creating an unusual election spectacle. The move exposed the DPP’s anxiety about the race and may violate election laws.

## Lin Ren-bin’s view: After two stone houses remain in Magang—what Taiwan should consider is cultural governance

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156553
- anchor: #n2054832

After seven years of litigation, the cultural heritage dispute over Magang’s stone houses is being reconsidered. Lin Ren-bin urges Taiwan to move beyond preserving individual cases and establish a comprehensive cultural governance system that values the context of settlements and resident participation, a matter with far-reaching policy implications.

## Chu Shu-chuan column: Fish are getting more expensive; bottom trawling should be phased out

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157132
- anchor: #n2054833
- Companies mentioned: 農業部水産試験所、新北市漁業處、台灣動物社會研究會

The depletion of marine resources caused by bottom trawling lies behind rising fish prices. Experts have called for tighter regulations and support to help businesses transition, while the Agriculture Ministry’s lack of action remains a challenge.

## Wang Qi’s view: Understanding the polls—did President Lai dismiss three polling firms with one swipe by saying Kaohsiung has fake polls?

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157185
- anchor: #n2054834
- Companies mentioned: TVBS、尼爾森、ETtoday、鉅聞天下

President Lai Ching-te alleged that fake polls and Chinese interference had emerged in the Kaohsiung election, sparking controversy over media and political manipulation. Several polling organizations were accused without justification.

## Opinion submission: Thirty years into the student rights revolution, who will protect teachers?

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156353
- anchor: #n2054835

台湾教改30年後、学生の権利が強化された一方で、教師が苦情や検挙により精神的負担を強いられている。制度的な保護の欠如が問題視されている。

## Opinion submission: After stacked orders are priced item by item—examining the special law on food delivery through the lens of fair compensation

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156350
- anchor: #n2054837

Since Taiwan’s delivery-specific law took effect, “per-order payment for stacked orders” has become a practical point of contention. The fairness of compensation and cost-sharing is under scrutiny, with concerns about the impact on the industry as a whole.

## Opinion submission: Jin Mingri’s release draws attention—religious belief is not a cover for illegal activity

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156668
- anchor: #n2054836
- Companies mentioned: House of Prayer Christian Church (HOPCC)

Pastor Jin Mingri, founder of China’s underground Zion Church, was released after six months in detention, prompting discussion about religious freedom and the rule of law, as well as speculation about China-U.S. relations.

## Abu Dhabi—Firelight outside the window: Excerpt from War at the Window (1)

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154466
- anchor: #n2054838
- Companies mentioned: 東方衛視、ロッキード・マーティン

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## Why do escalator steps always have grooves? It’s not just for grip—the real purpose is to prevent this dangerous incident

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156842
- anchor: #n2054676
- Companies mentioned: 臺北市政府捷運工程局、臺北大眾捷運股份有限公司

The grooves on escalator steps are not merely for traction: they mesh with the comb plate at the exit to prevent foreign objects from getting caught. This safety design is also stipulated in Taiwan’s safety standards.

## Mizuho sparks AI networking rally; Credo, Marvell and Ciena surge across the board

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579739
- anchor: #n2055032
- Companies mentioned: Credo Technology、Marvell Technology、Ciena、NVIDIA、Dell、Broadcom、Lumentum、Renaissance Technologies、Amazon、SRS Investment Management、Atreides Management、Astera Labs

Following research by Mizuho Securities, AI network infrastructure-related stocks Credo, Marvell and Ciena surged. The rally points to AI investment expanding beyond GPUs, driven in particular by growing demand for NPO and CPO technologies.

## Nonaccrual loan ratio hits a 十-year high! Bad-loan share in private credit highest in 5 years; software and healthcare first to blow up

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:00:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579255
- anchor: #n2055033
- Companies mentioned: Ares、Blackstone、Blue Owl、Golub Capital、Loparex

The non-accrual loan ratio in the private credit market has reached a 10-year high. Highly leveraged companies in the software and healthcare sectors are a key factor, raising concerns about the impact on investors.

## U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding expires without extension; Trump urges Iran to “raise the white flag and surrender”

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:50:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579744
- anchor: #n2055034

A memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran concerning the Strait of Hormuz expired and was not extended. President Trump demanded Iran “surrender with a white flag,” heightening regional tensions. Oil prices rose, deepening international concerns.

## Trump’s investment strategy revealed! He made 2.1万 trades in 1 year; tax savings through individual stocks become a new way for the rich to invest

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:40:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6578511
- anchor: #n2055035
- Companies mentioned: Trump Organization、Wealthfront、State Street、Cerulli Associates

Trump conducted 21,000 financial transactions in 2025, drawing attention to tax-saving strategies using direct indexing. The combination of high-frequency trading and tax benefits is emerging as a new investment approach among the wealthy.

## Cybercab commercialization enters countdown; Tesla reportedly to begin employee test rides in Austin in August

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:32:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579758
- anchor: #n2055036
- Companies mentioned: Tesla、The Information、TechCrunch、Business Insider、Axios

Tesla plans to begin employee test rides in its Cybercab in Austin, Texas, in August. The move is an important step toward commercializing fully autonomous vehicles without steering wheels and brings a full-scale rollout of its Robotaxi service closer.

## Micron and SanDisk lead chip stocks higher; Philadelphia Semiconductor Index returns to bull market as investors grow more confident in AI spending

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579761
- anchor: #n2055037
- Companies mentioned: Apple、Micron Technology、SanDisk、Western Digital、Seagate Technology、Credo Technology、Anthropic、OpenAI、Dell Technologies、Hewlett Packard Enterprise

U.S. semiconductor stocks rose on expectations that AI demand will remain strong. The U.S. government signaled plans to restrict the use of Chinese-made memory chips, potentially benefiting U.S. manufacturers.

## Trump blocks U.S. companies from buying Chinese memory chips; Micron shares top $1000

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:10:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579741
- anchor: #n2055038
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、アップル、長鑫存儲

The U.S. government advised U.S. companies to stop using Chinese-made memory, while Micron shares topped $1,000. AI demand and policy support could strengthen the position of non-Chinese manufacturers.

## Will the AI bubble “not” repeat the dot-com bubble? New York Stock Exchange veteran of 41 years reveals 3 major differences: stocks are still worth buying

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:10:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579099
- anchor: #n2055039
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Cisco、Pets.com、摩根大通、FactSet

Peter Tuchman, a trader with 41 years of experience at the New York Stock Exchange, analyzed the differences between the AI bubble and the dot-com bubble. He said current market valuations are reasonable, corporate earnings are strong and retail investor funds are steady, so stocks remain worth investing in. He also cautioned investors against 三 major mistakes.

## After soaring more than 6 times, SanDisk gets cut in half; hedge funds sharply divided on holdings, with Dalio, Tepper and others exiting

- Published: 2026-08-18T07:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579724
- anchor: #n2054764
- Companies mentioned: Discovery Capital、Rokos Capital、Duquesne、Appaloosa、Renaissance Technologies

SanDisk shares fell 50% after rising 628% year to date. Hedge funds are divided on the stock, with some adding to their investments while others take profits and exit. Differences in views on AI demand have become clear.

## New York forex: Dollar weakens as rate-hike expectations ease, but rising oil prices limit losses

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:40:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579521
- anchor: #n2054765
- Companies mentioned: Macquarie、Federal Reserve、RBI

The U.S. dollar fell as expectations of interest-rate hikes diminished, but rebounded from its lows on higher oil prices. Middle East tensions and economic data are driving currency movements.

## SpaceX’s largest shareholders finally revealed; new wave of share lockup expirations tests rally

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:30:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579735
- anchor: #n2054766
- Companies mentioned: Alphabet、Fidelity Investments、NVIDIA、Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund、Harvard Management Company、Baillie Gifford

Alphabet and Fidelity Investments have emerged as major SpaceX shareholders. At the same time, transfer restrictions on hundreds of millions of shares were lifted, drawing attention to the impact on market supply and demand.

## After-hours U.S. stocks: U.S.-Iran 60-day negotiation deadline arrives; oil and bond pressures hit Nasdaq, while Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surges against the trend

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:22:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579734
- anchor: #n2054767
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Apple、Alphabet、Microsoft、Amazon、AMD、Broadcom、NVIDIA、Applied Materials、Qualcomm、Micron、Western Digital、SanDisk、Seagate、SK Hynix、TSMC、ASE、UMC、China Telecom、Coherent、Lumentum、Berkshire Hathaway、Walmart、Target、Lowe's、Home Depot、SpaceX

The deadline for U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks expired, reigniting geopolitical risks. Oil prices and U.S. long-term yields rose, heightening caution toward risk assets. Meanwhile, AI-related semiconductor stocks remained firm.

## Energy after-hours: Iran war deadlock sends oil up more than $2; Brent nears $91

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:06:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579721
- anchor: #n2054768
- Companies mentioned: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)、Saudi Aramco、SEB Research、Price Futures Group、Naga.com

Oil prices surged amid rising international tensions. Stalled diplomatic talks over Iran and risks to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have fueled concerns about supply.

## Yuan Zhifeng column: China’s July economic data miss expectations

- Published: 2026-08-18T05:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6579720
- anchor: #n2054616
- Companies mentioned: 中国聯通、中芯國際、騰訊、吉利汽車、阿里巴巴、華虹宏力、紫金礦業、藥明康德、信義玻璃

China’s July economic indicators came in below market expectations, heightening concerns about an economic slowdown. Meanwhile, Hong Kong stocks rebounded, with technology and semiconductor shares rising. Alibaba also moved to sell its gaming business and focus on its AI strategy.

## Good morning, world: President says everyone will receive NT$10,000 next year; overall defense budget tops NT$1兆 for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:47:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608185001.aspx
- anchor: #n2055224
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、ETF、台灣民眾黨、國民黨、中央社、日本中央銀行、聯合國、世界棒壘球總會、中華棒協

Facts:
- Everyone to receive NT$10,000 in cash next year
- Next year’s overall defense budget will exceed NT$1兆 for the first time, reaching NT$1兆1225億元
- Full-year economic growth forecast sharply raised to 11.05%
- Excess savings next year forecast to surge past the NT$11兆 mark
- The excess savings rate also reached 29.49%
- Gross domestic investment rose to NT$9.2 trillion
- Approved foreign and overseas Chinese investment in Taiwan reached US$13.916 billion in the first 7 months of this year
- Up 78.13% year on year
- Outbound investment reaches US$612.55億

## Investors sell U.S. Treasuries; yields near levels seen before the financial crisis

- Published: 2026-08-18T08:31:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608180012.aspx
- anchor: #n2055189
- Companies mentioned: Barclays Capital

Facts:
- Yield on 30-year U.S. Treasuries rises to 5.316% today
- Yield on 20-year Treasuries spikes as high as 5.311%
- 10-year Treasury yield rises 2 basis points to a high of 4.725%
- 2-year Treasury yield rises 1 basis point to a high of 4.182%
- International oil prices surge past $90 per barrel again
- Fiscal 2026 budget deficit has reached $1.8兆 so far
- Could approach $2兆 for the full year
- Exceeding the $1.78兆 for all of 2025

## Middle East tensions push up oil prices and Treasury yields; most Wall Street stocks close lower

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:52:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608180011.aspx
- anchor: #n2054763
- Companies mentioned: 道瓊工業指數、標準普爾500指數、那斯達克指數、費城半導體指數

Facts:
- 道瓊工業指數 falls 272.63 points, or 0.51%
- 道瓊工業指數 falls 272.63 points, or 0.51%, to close at 53459.78
- 標準普爾500指數 falls 40.70 points, or 0.52%
- 標準普爾500指數 falls 40.70 points, or 0.52%, to close at 7745.06
- 那斯達克指數 slips 84.25 points, or 0.32%
- 那斯達克指數 slips 84.25 points, or 0.32%, to close at 26644.91
- 費城半導體指數 surges 203.96 points, or 1.64%
- 費城半導體指數 surges 203.96 points, or 1.64%, to close at 12621.01

## Trump scales back U.S.-South Korea military exercises, says Kim Jong Un has responded to request for talks

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:47:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608180010.aspx
- anchor: #n2054757
- Companies mentioned: 美國、北韓、南韓、伊朗

Facts:
- Trump met with Kim Jong Un 3 times during his 1st term

## Norway’s king diagnosed with hemolytic anemia, hospitalized and taking 2 weeks of sick leave

- Published: 2026-08-18T06:24:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608180009.aspx
- anchor: #n2054744
- Companies mentioned: 挪威王室

Facts:
- King Harald V, aged 89
- Norway’s King Harald V ascended the throne in 1991

## The question of “wanting to hear an explanation of the patient’s condition on Sunday”—how do you handle it?

- Published: 2026-08-18T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1351522
- anchor: #n2054985
- Companies mentioned: インヴェスドクター

## [Manga] Discovering the joy of aiming higher!

- Published: 2026-08-18T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1353327
- anchor: #n2054984

## “High” conference fees: 54.1%! Criticism also targets lavish productions

- Published: 2026-08-18T00:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | m3.com
- Original: https://www.m3.com/lifestyle/1353328
- anchor: #n2054983

Facts:
- Among 3,074 physicians