AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-02 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 9 of 10https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 887 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 105 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Exaforce and ITOCHU Techno-Solutions launch managed security service using AI agents for Japanese businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151144Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESExaforce and ITOCHU Techno-Solutions launched “CTC-MSS AI SOC Service powered by Exaforce,” a managed security service using Exaforce’s Agentic SOC Platform, in Japan on Oct. 1, 2026. The AI agents “Exabots” automate alert investigations, priority assessments and response recommendations, supporting businesses facing challenges with SOC operations. “Tsunaguwa Radio,” sharing information on elder care, end-of-life planning, medical care (ACP) and disability welfare, to air nationwide from Oct. 4, 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151143Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Kaigo o Tsunagu! Shukatsu o Tsunagu! Tsunaguwa Radio,” a program planned and produced by 株式会社i.ホールディングス, will begin nationwide distribution on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, airing every Sunday from 13:30 to 13:55 via a feed for community FM stations provided by Music Bird Co., Ltd. The program focuses on elder care, end-of-life planning, medical care (ACP) and disability welfare. It began in January 2023 on Maebashi Radio in Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture, and is now expanding nationwide. Scoring who drove the shuttle vehicle and how: IoZ unveils “Eco-Driving Score,” combining facial recognition and OBD2, with live demo at International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition H.C.R.2026 (Oct. 7–9, Tokyo Big Sight)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151142Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社IoZ has added an “Eco-Driving Score” feature to its vehicle management system “FaceIndex for OBD2,” quantifying each driver’s eco-driving performance, and will demonstrate the system at the 53rd International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition H.C.R.2026, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from Oct. 7 to 9, 2026. The system obtains measured data through the OBD2 port and links it with facial-recognition alcohol checks to comprehensively assess rapid acceleration, sudden braking, idling and speeding. Fan-support app “Wasai” launches “Coin” and “EC Shop” features, turning fans’ support into rewards for creatorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151141Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES和彩株式会社 launched the “Coin” and “EC Shop” features in its fan-support app “Wasai” on Sept. 18, 2026. When fans send gifts using paid “Wasai Coins,” creators receive rewards; free “Support Coins” can be used to cheer them on with stamps. The EC Shop lets users buy creators’ merchandise and local specialty products in the app, supporting both creators and local communities. Your own figure from just 1 photo. AI × 3D printing service “FIGURO” officially launches—makes its first appearance at the “Life gooes on. Women Entrepreneurs’ Work Exhibition” in Fukuoka on October 7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151140Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESnextクリエイティブ合同会社 has officially launched “FIGURO (Figuro),” an AI × e-commerce service that creates original figures from just 1 photo. The service will make its first appearance at the “Life gooes on. Women Entrepreneurs’ Work Exhibition,” held in Tenjin, Fukuoka, on October 7, 2026, where visitors can try a free AI preview and see actual figures on public display. [Ichikawa, Hyogo Prefecture] “We want to pass on the traditional techniques of forging and polishing to the next generation.” A 34-year-old entrepreneur takes on the challenge alongside artisans, upcycling scrap from golf iron head production into iron eggs. Ranked 6th overall on Makuake as of September 27 (1st in the Gourmet category).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151139Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYuro Okamoto, representative of 株式会社Tradge in Ichikawa, Hyogo Prefecture, has begun preselling “metl.egg,” iron eggs upcycled from scrap generated during golf iron head manufacturing, on Makuake. The project reached its target amount in 25 minutes and ranked 6th overall on Makuake as of September 27 (1st in the Gourmet category). Stop accidental uploads to generative AI before they are sent. AI Japan launches “LEAK GUARD,” a Chrome extension for businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151138Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AI Japan has launched “LEAK GUARD (Leak Guard),” a Chrome extension for businesses that checks content before it is sent to generative AI services and issues a warning or blocks it based on company policies. It blocks API keys, credit card numbers and My Number identifiers, and displays warnings for email addresses and phone numbers. The original text is not sent to a server; checks are performed on the device. RUIRUE BOUTIQUE（ルイルエブティック） launches short drama series “RUIRUE BOUTIQUE for life’s milestones.” First installment, “Rediscovering the self I had forgotten,” now availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151137Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWomen’s brand RUIRUE BOUTIQUE（ルイルエブティック） has launched a short drama series, “RUIRUE BOUTIQUE for life’s milestones,” accompanying women through important moments in their lives. The first installment, “Rediscovering the self I had forgotten,” features the popular “Sheer Lantern Sleeve Crinkled Jacquard Dress (U1320).” The story follows Miki, a woman in her 20s who has lost sight of herself while caught up in work, as she reconnects with who she is after attending a friend’s wedding. The series is available on the brand’s official YouTube and Instagram accounts. Nisso Sangyo, OGISHI and Masakari-gumi launch “3Answers,” a vertical video series in which 3 companies answer the same questionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151136Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日綜産業株式会社、株式会社OGISHI、株式会社鉞組の3社は、毎回同じ1つの質問に3社が答える縦型動画シリーズ「3Answers（スリーアンサーズ）」を2026年10月1日（木）より開始した。仮設機材メーカーの日綜産業と、足場施工を担うOGISHI、鉞組が、仕事・日常・趣味など三者三様の回答を1本の動画で紹介し、隔週で配信する。配信媒体はInstagram（サブとしてYouTubeショーツも配信予定）。 The magic of winter from British brand Fable England. New “Niva” collection, featuring fantastical depictions of animals in winter forests, launches September 30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151135Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBritish lifestyle brand Fable England（フェイブル・イングランド） launched its new “Niva” collection on September 30, 2026, the 3rd chapter in its 2026 autumn/winter “Divine Nature” series. The collection marks the brand’s 4th collaboration with British illustrator Catherine Rowe and centers on 2 prints depicting animals from Britain’s winter forests, including white foxes, owls and robins. The lineup includes bags, scarves and fashion jewelry. Career education provider Encourage to hold an intensive technical interview preparation event for students in mechanical and electrical fields on October 10 and 19, with major companies including JR West and J-POWER taking parthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151134Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCareer education support NPO en-courage（エンカレッジ） will hold the online event “Technical Interview Intensive Preparation Event for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Students” on Oct. 10 (Sat.) and Oct. 19 (Mon.), 2026, for students in mechanical and electrical engineering graduating in 2028. Companies that actively recruit mechanical and electrical engineering students, including JR West, J-POWER, 千代田化工建設 and 日産化学, will take part. The event will feature a special lecture explaining what interviewers look for in technical interviews, an open mock interview and a discussion with employees who studied mechanical or electrical engineering. Hotel Plaza Osaka ranks No. 1 nationwide in Visit Japan Lab’s “Popular Hotels and Ryokan Among Inbound Visitors” rankinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151133Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHotel Plaza Osaka ranked No. 1 nationwide in Visit Japan Lab’s September 2026 “Popular Hotels and Ryokan Among Inbound Visitors [Nationwide]” ranking. It recorded 421 foreign-language reviews and a rating of 4.88, taking the top spot after also ranking first in the Osaka edition. 【レインボーフェスタ！2026出展】10月10日・11日 1杯のコーヒーから性の多様性について考える「AKARUKU COFFEE × SHINSEIKAI」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151132Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アカルク will exhibit for the 5th consecutive year at レインボーフェスタ！2026, taking place at Ogimachi Park in Osaka on Oct. 10 and 11, 2026. The event will feature a coffee truck for 2 days only in collaboration with NPO法人真成会, along with a special program featuring guests from the film industry. ダイトー水産 and アスレチカ launch the “Athlete Hands-on Employment Project,” turning the real-world sales floor for “オレは摂取す” into a career education setting for athleteshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151131Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESダイトー水産株式会社 will fully launch the “Athlete Hands-on Employment Project” in October 2026 in collaboration with 一般社団法人日本スポーツキャリア協会「アスレチカ」. In the first phase, participating athletes will gain career development opportunities through training, hands-on customer service and reflection at sales locations for “オレは摂取す” (an OREHA-brand jelly drink for athletes). Planning and operational support will be provided by 合同会社伴走クラブ. Putting “techniques that deliver results” on stage: Aione total beauty, winner in the body results category at the 16th ESGRA, demonstrates its techniques at BEYOND BEAUTY TOKYO 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151130Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt BEYOND BEAUTY TOKYO 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight on Sept. 30, 2026, Aione total beauty (株式会社アフロスクイーン), winner in the 16th ESGRA body results category, held a live demonstration of its techniques. It presented a treatment demonstration as well as the company’s philosophy and approach to salon management. A 1.5-hour fire-resistant CLT wall offers a new option for mid- and high-rise wooden buildingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151129Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES銘建工業株式会社 announced that it obtained 5 new certifications from the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in July 2026 for 1.5-hour fire-resistant exterior and partition walls made with CLT (cross-laminated timber). The certifications make economical fire-resistant designs possible for mid- and high-rise wooden buildings according to required performance, with the potential to increase design flexibility and promote the use of wood. 株式会社ピックユー to exclusively sell advance tickets for “THRIFT JAPAN FES,” one of Japan’s largest vintage clothing festivals. About 130 vintage clothing shops will gather at Tokyo Big Sight.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151128Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピックユー announced that it is exclusively selling advance tickets through its flea market app Pickyou for “THRIFT JAPAN FES,” one of Japan’s largest vintage clothing festivals, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026. About 130 vintage clothing shops and 7 food vendors from across Japan will participate, and attendance of about 10,000 is expected. 【富山県高岡市】東京高輪ゲートウェイ駅前「POSTUDIO」から高岡の魅力を発信中！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151127Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES富山県高岡市が、東京・高輪ゲートウェイ駅前の「POSTUDIO」から高岡の魅力を発信中。森田農園のトマトジュースの無料試飲提供や、国宝「勝興寺」で報恩講料理や写経体験ができる1日限定特別ツアー（令和8年10月31日、旅行代金10,000円）を告知している。 [株式会社イービーエム celebrates its 40th anniversary] 40 years devoted to the skin of more than 5.5 million people. We contribute to beauty, health and a fulfilling way of life, helping people “smile from within and become beautiful.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151126Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社イービーエム announced that it will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026, and that since its founding in 1987 it has cared for the skin of more than 5.5 million customers in total. It operates 40 skincare studios in Japan and overseas under 4 brands and has developed more than 200 types of cosmetics. Through initiatives in planetary health and a diversified business portfolio, it aims to contribute to beauty, health and a fulfilling way of life. [Akune City, Kagoshima Prefecture] “Akune Midokoi Festival” to be held over 2 days, October 10 (Saturday) and 11 (Sunday)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151125Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES鹿児島県阿久根市役所が、令和8年10月10日（土）～11日（日）の2日間、「阿久根みどこい祭り」を開催すると発表。10日は本町通りや国道3号線でパレード、ハンヤ総踊り、ステージショー、新規催し「うんまかストリート」（グルメ・浜焼き・BBQ）を実施。11日夜は阿久根新港外港で1万発の「みどこい花火大会」とレーザーショーを開催。 株式会社ICHIGO’s knife brand “ZAKU KNIVES” opens its first Kansai-area store on Kyoto’s Nishikikoji-dorihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151124Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ICHIGO’s knife brand “ZAKU KNIVES／作” opened its first physical store in the Kansai area, “ZAKU KNIVES 錦店,” on October 1, 2026, along Nishikikoji-dori in Kyoto. The store offers Japanese-made knives, tax-free shopping, name engraving and laser engraving services, and gift recommendations, showcasing Japanese knife culture to domestic and international visitors. wiggle wiggle’s “Smile We Love” is now an ice cream! Original ice cream on sale at its Harajuku flagship storehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151123Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ビーエムスマイルジャパン, which handles the Japanese business of the Korean lifestyle brand “wiggle wiggle,” began selling original ice cream (600 yen, tax included) based on the brand’s signature “Smile We Love” at its Harajuku flagship store, “WIGGLE WIGGLE.ZIP HARAJUKU,” on September 1, 2026. FULLLIFE株式会社 produced the ice cream, recreating its distinctive shape with its proprietary “MIXREAM” technology. Launching “M&Axion for Academia,” a service that commercializes university research seeds by working backward from an M&A exithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151122Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeyondge株式会社 announced the launch of “M&Axion for Academia,” a new service developed jointly with its group company Beyondge M&Aパートナーズ株式会社 to commercialize university research seeds by working backward from an M&A exit. In collaboration with universities and research institutions, the service designs companies based on the exit question “Who will buy, and why?” and provides end-to-end support, from building management teams and designing capital strategies to raising funds from VCs and CVCs and selling through M&A. The process comprises 5 steps: defining buyers, working backward from requirements, identifying and evaluating research seeds, establishing the company, and achieving an exit. 氏家物産 launches “skillization” of creativity, turning human intuition and sensibility into “creative knowledge” that AI can usehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151121Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES氏家物産株式会社 has launched an initiative to structure creative decision-making as “skills” that AI can use. The company is testing the approach on article production, visuals and YouTube videos, using 100 to several hundred real-world projects, while also addressing challenges such as AIO and the transmission of creative knowledge. Shibuya Font signs co-creation partnership agreement with 株式会社伊藤園https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151120Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人シブヤフォント has signed a “Co-Creation Partnership Agreement” with 株式会社伊藤園. Going beyond conventional business partnerships and sponsorship agreements, the agreement will establish a sustainable framework for collaboration that transcends the boundaries of industry, government, academia and welfare. Key initiatives include wrapping 伊藤園 vending machines operated by 伊藤園ネオス with designs using local fonts, connecting networks of disability support offices nationwide with 伊藤園 regional sales offices, and rolling out co-creation expertise nationwide. Enjoy Yamaguchi’s local delicacies in potato form. Yamaguchi’s original locally raised chicken, “長州黒かしわ,” debuts as potato stickshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151119Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES地域商社やまぐち株式会社 and 株式会社食天地 jointly developed “なみなみ長州黒かしわPOTATO,” set to go on sale in late September 2026. The product is the 3rd installment in the “なみぽて” series, offering Yamaguchi’s original locally raised chicken, “長州黒かしわ,” in potato-stick form. Autumn is here. “Wearable Hokaron” and “Hokaron clothing” 26AW items begin rolling out on e-commerce marketplaceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151118Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRenfro Japan will begin rolling out Hokaron items for fall/winter 2026 on e-commerce marketplaces in September. The flagship product is a moisture-absorbing, heat-generating cotton innerwear made with 95% cotton, delivering up to +3.8°C more heat generation than synthetic-fiber innerwear. エクスメディオ deepens strategic partnership with Docquityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151117Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESエクスメディオ and Docquity have deepened their partnership to enhance clinical support for doctors in Japan and promote knowledge sharing among physician communities in Asia. Since 2025, they have offered Docquity’s AI assistant “Dx,” combining the expertise of specialist communities with AI technology. GO BEYOND EXPECTATION: Beyond the everyday, a toast to success. It is the unseen details that create outstanding performance. Glenfiddich × Aston Martin Formula 1® Race Teamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151116Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESブラウンフォーマンジャパン株式会社 will launch a limited-edition whisky born from a collaboration between Glenfiddich and the アストンマーティン フォーミュラ1® レースチーム on October 26, 2026. The shared philosophy of the two parties is expressed through 16 years of maturation and 5 types of casks. JK Holdings acquires all shares in 高山木材株式会社https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151115Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJK Holdings has agreed to acquire all shares in Takayama Mokuzai and make it a subsidiary. The move will expand its base in Mitaka, Tokyo, and strengthen the group’s core businesses. 3 PXG-sponsored players to compete in Japan’s edition of the PGA TOUR’s premier official tournament; anticipation builds for a PXG surge at the “Baycurrent Classic Presented by LEXUS 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151114Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPXG Japan合同会社 announced that 3 PXG-sponsored players—Aldrich Potgieter (South Africa), Christiaan Bezuidenhout (South Africa) and David Lipsky (United States)—will compete in the PGA TOUR official tournament “Baycurrent Classic Presented by LEXUS 2026,” to be held at Yokohama Country Club from October 8 (Thursday) to 11 (Sunday), 2026. Particular attention is on the powerful drives of Potgieter, the PGA TOUR’s No. 1 longest hitter, with a Driving Distance of 331.1 yards, ranked No. 1 as of October 2. Brandcloud to attend the Cape Town edition of the international summit “One Young World Summit 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151113Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブランドクラウド plans to attend One Young World Summit 2026, to be held in Cape Town, South Africa, in November 2026, gain insights into social issues and apply them to the 2027 Tokyo edition. Intelligence Design: [Held 10/21 (Wed.)] Turn your existing video footage into a company data asset. A seminar on using the video analytics SaaS “EIDOS,” which can be started the same day simply by uploading recorded footagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151112Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIntelligence Design株式会社 announced that it will hold a seminar on October 21 (Wed.) about using “EIDOS,” a video analytics SaaS that automatically counts people, cars and bicycles using AI when users upload recorded footage. It offers people-detection accuracy of over 95%, CSV output as soon as the next day, a low-cost starting option from ¥9,800, and is fully accessible through a browser. Flame heat turns the flywheel. BLDB launches the “RETROL VE01” movable vacuum engine model, bringing the motion of retro machinery to lifehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151111Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBLDB (ビルディングブロック), an online store specializing in metal models and operated by 碩輝網絡貿易有限公司, has begun selling the “RETROL VE01,” a movable vacuum engine model that recreates the motion of retro machinery. The external-combustion flame-eater engine model uses an external flame to heat and cool air inside a cylinder; the resulting pressure difference moves a piston and flywheel. Its operating principle differs from that of steam and gasoline engines. The model arrives fully assembled. Users can prepare a heat source and fuel, apply a flame, and observe the flywheel begin to turn. It is a hobby product for adults that can also be enjoyed as decor for a study or model shelf. ＼Predict the first snowfall and get a loaf of bread!／ Hokkaido-born ペンギンベーカリー launches its “First Snowfall Campaign”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151110Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHokkaido-born bakery chain ペンギンベーカリー (operated by 株式会社ペンギン) is running its “First Snowfall Campaign” from October 10 (Sat.) to 18 (Sun.), 2024. Everyone who correctly predicts the date of Sapporo’s first snowfall will receive either a “Can’t-Fly Bread” or “Penguin Bread.” To enter, follow the official Instagram account, like the campaign post, predict the date of Sapporo’s first snowfall and submit an entry through the application form. A subscription service is now available at the official online shop of Ishikawa soul food “チャンピオンカレー”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151109Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社チャンピオンカレーが2026年10月1日より公式オンラインショップで「生カレー180g」8個を月1回・12カ月届ける定期便サービスを開始。3,120円（税込・送料無料）の通常セットと、Lカツカレーお食事券付きで3,240円のセットを用意し、中辛・甘口の5種類の組み合わせが選べる。 Mitsui & Co. Digital Asset Management sponsors the “NIKKEI・NADA Digital Asset Conference”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151108Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三井物産デジタル・アセットマネジメント株式会社 will sponsor the “NIKKEI・NADA Digital Asset Conference 2026,” to be held on November 20, 2026, where its President and CEO, Takashi Ueno, will speak. The conference expands on the “Digital Securities Forum” and will provide a venue for discussions on digital assets broadly, including stablecoins, RWAs and cryptocurrency ETFs. Drawing on its track record of issuing a cumulative total of 26 digital securities worth more than ¥100 billion as of the end of August 2026, the company will share its expertise in product structuring and fundraising support. Full-scale deployment of the “NSER mobile” emergency medical information system at 東部消防組合消防本部 — Full operations to begin in November Reiwa 8, incorporating feedback from the Reiwa 7 demonstration —https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151107Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTXP Medical株式会社 announced that 東部消防組合消防本部 in Okinawa Prefecture will fully deploy the “NSER mobile” emergency medical information system starting November 1, Reiwa 8. Based on feedback from a demonstration conducted in June, Reiwa 7, the system has been improved with screen updates and new features, enabling paperless operations and greater efficiency for emergency crews. 【オンラインチケットはKKday限定販売】「東京クリスマスマーケット2026」マグカップ付き入場券を10月1日(木)18:00より発売開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151106Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KKDAY JAPANは、10月1日(木)18:00より「東京クリスマスマーケット2026 in新豊洲」「東京クリスマスマーケット2026 in芝公園」の事前予約チケットを発売開始した。オンライン販売はKKday限定。事前予約の大人には会場限定デザインのオリジナルマグカップがプレゼントされる。 The film 『沖晴くんの涙を殺して』 opens in theaters today, Oct. 2! [Starring Alice Hirose]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151105Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe film 『沖晴くんの涙を殺して』, backed by 株式会社TOブックス, opens nationwide on Oct. 2. It stars Alice Hirose. The story follows a music teacher with 1 year to live and a high school student who has lost the ability to feel emotions. The theme song is “Silence” by TOMORROW X TOGETHER. [Cold urticaria survey] 70% experience “skin changes” amid autumn temperature swings | Just 18.7% seek medical care despite symptomshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151104Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey on cold urticaria conducted by 医療法人社団鉄結会（アイシークリニック） among 300 people nationwide found that 71.3% had experienced skin problems amid autumn temperature swings, while 54.3% had never heard of cold urticaria and just 18.7% had sought medical care. The survey also found that 62.4% relied on self-care. “NEXUS GROUP Presents Takamado Trophy Fencing World Cup 2026” to be held in 高松市https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151103Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人日本フェンシング協会 will hold the 国際フェンシング連盟 (FIE)-sanctioned “NEXUS GROUP Presents Takamado Trophy Fencing World Cup 2026” over 4 days, from Oct. 15 to 18, 2026, at あなぶきアリーナ香川 in 高松市, 香川県. The event will feature individual and team foil competitions for men and women, with free admission. The competitions will be streamed live on FencingTV from Oct. 17 to 18. Popular insurance rankings for October 2026 announced! | “保険比較ライフィ,” a comprehensive insurance comparison and information sitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151102Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“保険比較ライフィ,” a comprehensive insurance comparison site operated by Sasuke Financial Lab株式会社, has announced its popular insurance rankings for October 2026. It published rankings by category of insurance products with the most new contracts during the aggregation period (2026/03/01–2026/08/31), covering life insurance (term, whole life, medical, cancer, nursing care, dementia, income protection and more) and non-life insurance (auto, motorcycle, bicycle, pet, travel, fire, accident, legal services, smartphone and more). PeopleX launches “PeopleX 面接支援AI,” using AI to enhance interviews between peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151101Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社PeopleX has launched “PeopleX 面接支援AI,” a new service that automatically records, transcribes, summarizes and analyzes interviews between people using AI, supporting standardized evaluations, interviewer training and improvements to hiring processes. Together with the conversational AI interview service “PeopleX AI面接,” it will help advance AX across the entire hiring process. The company plans to launch its proprietary online interview system within 2026. [Free webinar on 2026.10.14] “Legal Reform Watch”: Practical points for workplace responses to mandatory customer harassment prevention measures under the amended Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies Act, effective Oct. 1, 2026 | Authense法律事務所https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151100Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAuthense法律事務所 announced that it will hold the 4th installment of its “Legal Reform Watch” free webinar online on Oct. 14, 2026, addressing the mandatory customer harassment prevention measures under the amended Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Policies Act, which takes effect on Oct. 1, 2026. Attorney Daisuke Masuda will explain the key amendments and practical workplace responses. 【ウブロ】山本美月、新作を纏い「HUBLOT NIGHT」に来場！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151099Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Sept. 24, 2026, ウブロ held a one-night-only special event, “HUBLOT NIGHT,” at Ginza Sony Park in Tokyo’s Ginza district. Actor Mizuki Yamamoto attended wearing a new watch, and the brand’s concepts and latest creations were displayed. Hong Kong trade fairs are “treasure troves of products”—株式会社LeaguE holds co-hosted seminar in Osaka with 香港貿易発展局https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151098Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Sept. 18, 2026, 株式会社LeaguE co-hosted a seminar alongside the 68th Osaka International Gift Show with the Osaka office of 香港貿易発展局, explaining methods for import procurement businesses that leverage Hong Kong trade fairs. Advance applications open for U.S. securities lending servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151097Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマネックス証券 will begin accepting advance applications on Oct. 2, 2026, in preparation for the launch of its U.S. securities lending service in April 2027, in partnership with its group company トレードステーション社. 日経 signs basic agreement with Nomura Research Institute on service collaboration to combat financial crimehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151096Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日経 and Nomura Research Institute signed a basic agreement on Sept. 14 to collaborate on services to combat financial crime. The two companies will combine 日経's news articles and adverse information with NRI's AI technology and IT solutions to support financial institutions' efforts. 株式会社アスマーク's Academic Research Team to exhibit at Health Communication Week 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151095Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アスマーク will exhibit at Health Communication Week 2026, to be held at Daito Bunka University’s Itabashi Campus on October 3–4, 2026, and introduce solutions including recruitment of medical and healthcare research participants and support for academic research. Moisture that circulates. A new Japanese and Chinese herbal beauty haircare brand for hair and scalp, “巡草花（めぐりそうか）,” launches — combining Japanese and Chinese herbal research with beauty science, grounded in Eastern concepts, “for the hair of today and tomorrow”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151094Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESクラシエ株式会社 will launch “巡草花（めぐりそうか）,” a new haircare brand combining Japanese and Chinese herbal research with beauty science, on October 2, 2026. QommonsAI training held in Miyama City, Fukuoka Prefecture — questionnaire creation made easier through an interactive format where “the AI asks the questions”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151093Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Online seminar held for education professionals in 奈良県 to learn the basics and practical application of preconception carehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151092Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミワン held an online seminar for education professionals in 奈良県 on September 16, 2026, as part of a commissioned project for 奈良県's Sexual and Health Consultation Center. Titled “Applying Preconception Care in Schools: Basic Knowledge and Practical Tips for Educators,” the seminar was led by Yuka Nishioka, representative nurse and certified infertility nursing specialist. She presented basic knowledge of preconception care and practical tips for use in schools through a lecture and group discussion. BAKERIES LAB. reaches its 32nd store! Keisei Takasago store to grand-open on Saturday, October 3, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151091Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社T.O LAB is expanding its bakery brand BAKERIES LAB. through franchising and has signed an agreement with 株式会社ワンズネットワーク to open the Keisei Takasago store on October 3, 2026. This brings the brand's total number of stores to 32. SIXPAD Hand Pulse S, an EMS training device focused on often-overlooked “hand muscles,” launches. Grip, pinch, and hold. Targets the “hand muscles” that support everyday life.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151090Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MTG will launch the SIXPAD Hand Pulse S, an EMS training device focused on hand muscles, on October 13, 2026. ReFa recovery wear “ReFa VITALWEAR” to hold its first POP UP store in Tokyo at 玉川高島屋S.C.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151089Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe first POP UP store in Tokyo for “ReFa VITALWEAR,” recovery wear from 株式会社MTG's beauty brand ReFa, will be held at 玉川高島屋S.C. starting October 2, 2026. [すき家] Satomi Ishihara enjoys “Pork Miso Ramen” in new TV commercial “Perfect with Beef Bowls,” airing from October 2 (Friday). “Why does it go so well?” She is drawn in by how well it pairs with a beef bowl…!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151088Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社すき家 will air a new TV commercial, “Perfect with Beef Bowls,” featuring Satomi Ishihara nationwide from October 2, promoting “Pork Miso Ramen” and holding an X campaign. “I want to shape my stomach and hips, but I don't like tight-fitting clothes.” New shaping shorts from the moophem underwear line, which has surpassed 20,000 sales, launch with a 50% OFF commemorative offerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151087Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFun Standard株式会社 has launched “Sofiel,” women's shaping shorts from lifestyle brand moophem, designed to create a slimmer look around the stomach, hips, and thighs. Drawing on experience from its underwear line, which has surpassed 20,000 sales, the product is designed to minimize tightness. A 50% OFF coupon is available on Amazon to mark the launch. Reiwa ８ Fiscal Year: Holding of the Safe and Secure Community-Building Campaign Launch Ceremony!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151086Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES神奈川県 and 神奈川県警察 have designated October 11–20 as the “Safe and Secure Community-Building Campaign” and will hold a launch ceremony at Kawasaki Azalea on October 9 to raise crime-prevention awareness. Daisuke Miura of 横浜DeNAベイスターズ will be appointed honorary police station chief for a day. [Sogo Chiba Store] A Delicious Time for Sweets and Breadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151085Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “A Delicious Time for Sweets and Bread” event, featuring 11 brands, will be held at Sogo Chiba Store from October 6 to 13. The event will also include THE COFFEE DAYS, a coffee tasting event offering pairing experiences. Now available: “枕棚セット Vシリーズ” in 3 popular wood-grain colorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150950Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:58:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES南海プライウッド株式会社 added wood-grain finishes in 3 colors (Bright Walnut, Natural Birch and Ash Walnut) to its “Pillow Shelf Set V Series” shelf storage parts for open closets and began accepting orders on October 1, 2026. [Sakai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture] At the 20th Asian Games (2026/Aichi-Nagoya), Sakai Town resident Reena Shirai placed 4th in the women’s BMX freestyle park event.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150951Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:56:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESReena Shirai, a Sakai Town resident, competed as a member of Japan’s national team in the women’s BMX freestyle park event at the 20th Asian Games and placed 4th. She now aims to compete in the All-Japan Championships and the Los Angeles Olympics. 2 on-trend gray colors added to the “Shelf Board Set for Gas Clothes Dryers”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150952Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:53:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES南海プライウッド added dark gray and pearl gray to its shelf board set for gas clothes dryers, bringing the total to 2 colors, and began accepting orders on October 1, 2026. Redesigning “work” in the AI era, starting locally. Unnan City launches “Let’s Create New Ways of Working,” a public-private collaboration network with businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150953Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:51:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES島根県雲南市 launched “Let’s Create New Ways of Working,” a public-private network exploring new ways of working in collaboration with businesses. In response to the declining birthrate, aging population and AI era, it aims to implement a mid- to long-term talent strategy drawing on local talent developed through “Digi×Challe.” Boosting Copilot usage through visualization and in-house initiativeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150956Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESToyota Tsusho Systems explains its in-house initiatives and results in increasing Copilot usage and improving operational efficiency using a visualization tool it developed. Practice test for the Eiken Grade 4 first-stage exam released, with 65 questions including 30 new listening questions to help students prepare before the test.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150955Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESスタディスタジオ株式会社 added a practice test for the Eiken Grade 4 first-stage exam to its Eiken preparation service “スタスタApps.” The test comprises 65 all-new questions: 35 reading questions and 30 listening questions. Plus members can time the test, receive a score and check their predicted CSE score. [BONTEMPS] “Scary, yet cute.” Halloween-exclusive menu arrives at BONTEMPS!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3150954Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESKorean cafe brand BONTEMPS began selling its Halloween-exclusive menu on October 1, 2026, featuring 2 new drinks and the return of 6 popular doughnuts from last year. The business is operated by ワンズトライン株式会社. 金管會推TISA滿1年規模近百億 0050連結基金市占過半https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152957Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:50:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATISA, launched by 金管會 and 集保結算所, marks 1 year, with total fund assets reaching NT$9.38 billion. TISA-class funds linked to 0050 and issued by 元大投信 hold more than half the market. Netanyahu: Co-pilot influenced by extremist Islam, apparently intended suicidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152958Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:49:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the 杜拜航空 co-pilot was influenced by extremist Islamic thought, stabbed the captain and tried to crash the plane, apparently intending to commit suicide. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have launched investigations, while Indian captain Machar has been praised and is recovering well. 2 F-16V fighter jets to arrive in Taiwan; 顧立雄 says more than 2 will be delivered this yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152959Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:48:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe first 2 of the 66 F-16V fighter jets Taiwan bought from the United States are expected to arrive at the Air Force’s Chihang Base in Taitung. Defense Minister 顧立雄 said more than 2 will be delivered this year, with the subsequent schedule to be coordinated with the U.S. 光復節 long weekend: afternoon high-occupancy restrictions northbound on National Freeway 5 on 10/25 and 26https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152960Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:45:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA交通部’s 高速公路局 announced traffic-control measures for the 光復節 long weekend (10/24-26), including afternoon high-occupancy restrictions northbound on National Freeway 5, closures of some ramps and discounts on highway tolls. China’s Ministry of State Security makes high-profile tribute to agent who died in Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152955Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:43:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina’s Ministry of State Security held a memorial ceremony for “heroes of the covert front” at the Monument to the Unknown Heroes in Beijing’s Xishan area on September 30, Martyrs’ Day. Minister Chen Yixin stressed the importance of learning qualities including loyalty to the Party. Meanwhile, the remains of three martyrs who died in Taiwan 76 years ago recently returned to mainland China, where a burial ceremony was held. Company executive, supplier indicted over alleged use of Chinese tea seeds in adulterated oilhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152956Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:42:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 中國十一黃金週首日 27萬陸客訪港https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152909Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:39:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中國十一黃金週首日，27萬名大陸旅客入境香港，較去年同期增長15.8%，帶動旅遊、餐飲業消費。維多利亞海港國慶煙花匯演吸引約38萬人觀賞，部分陸客一日來回。本地酒店出租率達九成，餐飲業生意額上升約一成。 Tsai Ing-wen expected to visit U.S. on 10/7, deliver speech at 史丹佛大學https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152907Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:34:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA戈爾迪結國安創新中心 at 史丹佛大學 announced that former president Tsai Ing-wen is expected to deliver the opening keynote address at DEF CON’s “2026 Technology and National Security Conference” on October 7, in what would be her first visit to the United States since leaving office. 胡佛研究所 has also invited her to give a speech on the 8th. Motorcyclist clocked at 105 km/h, covered license plate with foot; Miaoli rider fined, plate suspendedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152908Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:29:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA motorcyclist in Miaoli County was clocked at 105 km/h on Gongyi Road in Zhunan Township and used a foot to cover the license plate in an attempt to evade enforcement. Police identified the rider after reviewing surveillance footage and imposed a fine and suspended the license plate for 6 months. Kindergarten school bus catches fire at roadside in New Taipei’s Xindian; driver and children escape in timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152609Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:24:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA kindergarten school bus caught fire for unknown reasons on a street in New Taipei City’s Xindian District during the morning school commute. After noticing smoke, the driver, surnamed Liu, immediately led 10 children off the bus. Firefighters arrived and extinguished the blaze. No one was injured, and the cause is under investigation. Hong Kong consumer market remains weak as more shops closehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152610Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHong Kong’s consumer market remains weak. The chain yoga and hot-stone therapy business 岩盤浴瑜伽有限公司 has shut down all operations, while the long-established 先施百貨 store in Central will also close when its lease expires in the fourth quarter. 海鯤號 conducts 23rd sea trial; expert says tactical validation still needed after deliveryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152611Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:19:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA海鯤號 conducted its 23rd sea trial. Experts said tactical validation and system optimization will still be needed after delivery, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year. California tech executive arrested and indicted over alleged smuggling of 輝達 chips to Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152612Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe U.S. Department of Justice indicted Greg Lui, owner of California technology company Earthmade Computer, accusing him of allegedly smuggling to China controlled computer servers worth more than US$300 million containing 輝達 (NVIDIA) chips. From immigrant girl to AI godmother, Li Fei-Fei joins 超微’s technology leadershiphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152258Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:12:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. semiconductor company 超微 (AMD) announced an US$8.2 billion acquisition of startup World Labs and appointed its co-founder, Chinese-American scholar Li Fei-Fei, known as the “AI godmother,” as AMD executive vice president and chief scientist, reporting directly to Taiwanese-American CEO Lisa Su. The move is seen as a major bet on physical AI and spatial intelligence, aimed at narrowing the gap with 輝達 in profitability. Accused of allowing unlicensed vendors to perform surgeries, Taichung Veterans General Hospital doctor gets suspended sentence in 1st trial; prosecutors appealhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152015Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:10:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYang Meng-yin, former director of neurosurgery for brain tumors at 台中榮總, and Cheng Wen-yu, director of minimally invasive neurosurgery, received suspended sentences in the 1st trial for allegedly allowing unlicensed medical-device vendors to perform surgeries. The Taichung District Prosecutors Office appealed, saying the original ruling was flawed in its fact-finding and application of the law. 海巡署: Chinese fishing vessels that crossed into Dongsha waters driven away under the law; humanitarian aid also providedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152016Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:09:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA海巡署 drove away 2 Chinese fishing vessels that crossed into Dongsha waters under the law. The vessel “Jin Sha” was driven away with water cannons after refusing to weigh anchor, then lost power. Coast Guard vessels escorted it throughout and provided hot meals as humanitarian aid, before safely handing it over to a Chinese workboat for towing. 台電: Offshore wind farm Phase 1 availability rises; Phase 2 vessel and equipment handover proceeds as agreed, with completion targeted by year-endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152017Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:08:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台電 responded to 審計部’s concerns over the power-generation performance of offshore wind farm Phase 1 and disputes surrounding Phase 2 construction, saying availability had risen to 92.83% and clarifying that the handover of vessels and equipment for construction was proceeding as agreed, with completion targeted before year-end. Man has mild prostate enlargement; cold medicine triggers acute urinary retentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152013Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:59:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 47-year-old man with mild prostate enlargement developed acute urinary retention after taking cold medicine containing antihistamines. A doctor diagnosed the condition and inserted a urinary catheter to drain the remaining urine. Chinese holidays appear in app; 陳駿季 apologizes, says 農業部 bears supervisory responsibilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3152014Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:59:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe calendar in 農業部’s “農務e把抓” app incorrectly listed holidays including China’s National Day. Minister 陳駿季 apologized, acknowledged the ministry’s supervisory responsibility and said the app had been updated to correct the error. SpaceX spacecraft reaches International Space Station, setting record for fastest U.S. journeyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151881Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:55:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASpaceX spacecraft “Grace” reached the International Space Station in 7 hours and 55 minutes, setting a record for the fastest journey by a U.S. spacecraft. The 4 astronauts aboard will begin a mission of about 6 months. Trump weighs another strike on Iran; reports say U.S. military to send 3rd aircraft carrier and 10,000 troopshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151882Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:55:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. officials said the Pentagon is sending a 3rd carrier strike group and more Marine vessels to the Middle East, increasing the number of U.S. troops in the region by 9,000 to 10,000. President Donald Trump is considering renewed attacks on Iran after the midterm elections. Survives despite 2 lethal injections, in suspected U.S. first; Tennessee woman on death row critically ill and hospitalizedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151879Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:49:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATennessee’s execution of death-row inmate Pike failed. Her lawyers said the process amounted to chemical torture and called for her sentence to be commuted. The governor ordered a pause on the remaining executions scheduled for this year and launched an investigation. China does not call Sanae Takaichi Japan’s prime minister; Hong Kong media say diplomatic downgrade toward Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151880Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:48:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt a regular news conference, a spokesperson for 中國外交部 referred to Sanae Takaichi by name without using the title “Japanese prime minister.” Hong Kong media outlet 星島日報 analyzed the move as a downgrade in diplomatic relations with Japan, reflecting tensions in China-Japan relations over remarks and actions by senior Japanese officials. Supporting drones, 中華電: Building low-altitude digital infrastructurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151878Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:40:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA王景弘, deputy head of 中華電信’s research institute, said 中華電 entered the drone field about 7 years ago, building low-altitude digital infrastructure using 5G, AI and satellite communications rather than competing in the market for complete aircraft. Applications now include smart-port inspections, disaster prevention in Kaohsiung and drone logistics testing in Chiayi. He also stressed the need to address business models and regulatory issues. 卓榮泰: Seeking to complete budget within statutory deadline; hopes Legislative Yuan will support Executive Yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151835Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:36:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPremier 卓榮泰 went to the Legislative Yuan to seek passage of the central government’s general budget and supplementary budget within the statutory deadline, hoping the legislature would help rather than hinder. If they are not reviewed by the end of the year, social welfare allowances and pay raises for military personnel, civil servants and teachers could lapse. 台積電 falls; Taiwan stocks fluctuate in a narrow range in early trading, strive to hold 48,300 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151792Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:28:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台積電 fell in early trading, while Taiwan stocks fluctuated in a narrow range and struggled to hold 48,300 points. The TAIEX edged down, with trading value reaching NT$154.019 billion. Mutually beneficial spending risks are intertwined: 博通 offers Anthropic NT$1.3 trillion in financinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151689Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:24:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA博通同意提供AI大廠Anthropic最高420億美元（約新台幣1.3兆）融資，用於AI基礎設施建置。根據Anthropic IPO申請文件，博通兼具硬體供應商與融資合作夥伴雙重角色，形成「互利支出」關係，恐產生潛在利益衝突。Anthropic預料2027年將成為博通最大運算產品客戶，估值上看2兆美元。博通預估2027財年AI半導體營收約1150億美元，2028財年達2300億美元。 Procedure for supplementary budget questioned; Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics says it was properly drawn up in accordance with the lawhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151690Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:21:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Executive Yuan has submitted a supplementary budget for fiscal 115, but the Legislative Yuan’s Budget Center has questioned the procedure and its legality. The Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics responded that it was properly drawn up in accordance with the law, and that funds can be disbursed only after the Legislative Yuan votes on it and the president promulgates it. 中國學者被揭發購買頭銜 對外標榜英國皇家學會院士https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151691Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:19:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中國學者被揭發購買英國皇家學會工藝院（RSA）會員資格並標榜為「院士」，該機構與英國皇家學會無關。自媒體「知識分子」揭露此現象，涉及北京理工大學、武漢大學等多所高校教授，中山大學曾刊發喜報後刪除。 Zelenskyy: Ukraine’s FP-7 ballistic missile sees combat for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151586Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:15:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkrainian President Zelenskyy announced that the FP-7 tactical ballistic missile had seen combat for the first time, marking Ukraine as one of the few countries capable of producing this type of weapon domestically. The manufacturer, 火點 (Fire Point), said the missile is part of the European missile defense program “Freyja” and that it is developing the longer-range FP-9 missile. Van Cliburn piano competition gold medalist Haochen Zhang: Musicians need 2 kinds of earshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151587Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:15:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVan Cliburn International Piano Competition gold medalist Haochen Zhang will perform at 台北國家音樂廳 on Nov. 4 in “A Grand Showcase — Haochen Zhang’s 2026 Piano Recital,” playing works by Beethoven and Schumann. Clouded Leopard armored vehicle crashes into Guandu Bridge streetlight, gets stuck on dividerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151588Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:14:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA military Clouded Leopard armored vehicle crashed into a divider and struck a streetlight on a ramp at Guandu Bridge in Tamsui, New Taipei, early this morning. The driver said a damaged seat had impaired his visibility. The scene has been cleared. New Taiwan dollar opens down 2.8 cents at 31.87https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261002-09/index-en-p9.html#n3151484Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:05:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar opened at 31.87 to the U.S. dollar in Taipei trading on the 2nd, down 2.8 cents. The opening trading range was 31.870 to 31.924.