AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-16 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 3 of 9

Stripe Insights: Stripe data reveals the reality of fraud targeting AI startups

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:28 +0900

Stripeは、AIスタートアップ企業における不正利用の実態を明らかにするレポートを発表。2025年第3四半期時点でAIスタートアップへの不正決済試行率は全体平均の最大4.3倍に達し、サブスク型AI企業を狙う複製アカウントの不正利用試行率は6カ月間で40%増加した。Stripe Radarによる対策事例として、ElevenLabsが2カ月間で1日あたり2,000件の悪用アカウントをブロックしたことが紹介されている。

Second round of the “MBSラジオ×ABCラジオ Autumn Radio Festival Exchange Match” announced! A passionate love letter that crosses station boundaries!? A dream exchange-match stage featuring announcers Masaki Furukawa and Nobuhiro Fukushima set for the “ABCラジオ Festival” on 11/8!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:05 +0900

It was announced that announcer Nobuhiro Fukushima of MBSラジオ will appear with announcer Masaki Furukawa of ABCラジオ at the “ABCラジオ Festival 2026” on November 8, as the second installment of the “Autumn Radio Festival Exchange Match,” jointly held by MBSラジオ and ABCラジオ.

Creating new market value for fish to sustain fisheries as fishery resources decline

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900

株式会社ベンナーズ、熊本県釣り団体協議会、農林中央金庫は、熊本の海で食害を引き起こすクロダイを適切に処理し、「フィシュル!」を通じて商品化・販売する取り組みを開始した。

～Promoting waste reduction by increasing employees’ use of personal bottles～ “Personal Bottle Cleaning Machines” installed at the Osaka-Kansai Expo relocated to the employee cafeteria and break room at 阪急うめだ本店

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900

象印マホービン株式会社 relocated the “Personal Bottle Cleaning Machines” installed at the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo to the employee cafeteria and break room at 阪急うめだ本店, operated by 株式会社阪急阪神百貨店, in July 2026. This is part of an initiative to increase employees’ use of personal bottles and reduce waste.

【千葉県佐倉市】見にきて！楽しんで！いまの佐倉の、本気のゲンキ。『タマルバ～城下町HANGOUT2026秋～』開催（11/15）

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900

千葉県佐倉市で2026年11月15日、「タマルバ～城下町HANGOUT2026秋～」が開催され、地元プレイヤーと行政が連携して城下町エリアに複数の「たまり場」を設ける。

Mahjong career forum on balancing “hobbies and interests with work,” featuring Kenshi Katsumata (EX風林火山) and a lineup of professional mahjong players!｜いえらぶGROUP

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900

株式会社いえらぶGROUP will hold a mahjong career forum for university students on November 19, themed around “balancing hobbies and interests with work.” Professional mahjong players, including Kenshi Katsumata, will appear as guests, with talks, matches, and M League viewing among the activities.

【阪急うめだ本店】Hankyu-exclusive colors arrive! Teddy-bouclé and eco-fur outerwear—this season’s highlights from Italian brand “SAVE THE DUCK”—to help you prepare for sudden cold snaps

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900

A pop-up shop for Italian apparel brand “SAVE THE DUCK” is now open at “GREEN AGE” in 阪急うめだ本店. The display features outerwear from the 2026 fall/winter collection, including Hankyu-exclusive colors and pieces made with recycled materials.

“Kendama Shop Yume.” in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, the birthplace of kendama, relocates and grand-opens as “Yume. Kendama Place”

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:24:51 +0900

株式会社イワタ木工 relocated “Kendama Shop Yume.,” a specialty kendama store in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, and grand-opened it as “Yume. Kendama Place” on September 19, 2026. In addition to sales, the store has 4 areas for play, customization, and socializing, as well as “Yume. Kendama School,” launching in October 2026, to serve as a hub for sharing kendama culture.

【No. 1 in Hokkaido】工房Smith at 京王プラザホテル札幌店 surpasses 2,000 Google reviews, with a 4.9-star rating｜Handmade couple’s ring studio, a 5-minute walk from Sapporo Station

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:24:09 +0900

株式会社一宝 announced that Google reviews for “工房Smith京王プラザホテル札幌店” have surpassed 2,000, making it the No. 1 ring-related business in Hokkaido. It maintains a rating of 4.9 stars.

Sincerely appoints Madoka Sawa and Hajime Hotta as advisers

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:21:04 +0900

シンシアリー株式会社 announced the appointment of Madoka Sawa and Hajime Hotta as advisers, saying it will strengthen its support structure for AI strategy and business transformation.

【10月の兵庫に「本物の天然雪」が降臨!?】長野県飯山市から雪をトラックで直送！上高地あずさ珈琲が贈る前代未聞の体験型イベント『スノーワンダーランド』10/17(土)加古川にて開催

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:20:02 +0900

上高地あずさ珈琲（クリエイト・レストランツ・ホールディングスグループ）は、長野県飯山市から本物の天然雪をトラックで直送し、兵庫県加古川市のニッケパークタウンにて2026年10月17日に体験型イベント『いいやま2026 スノーワンダーランド』を開催する。

〈ISSEY MIYAKE PARFUMS〉Introducing 3 signature series, centered on a new fragrance launching in 2026

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:20:02 +0900

ISSEY MIYAKE PARFUMS will hold a special exhibition at 伊勢丹新宿店 from Oct. 16 to Nov. 14, 2026, showcasing 3 signature series and 8 fragrances.

HITONO supports audience acquisition planning for AI conference “IF Con Tokyo 2026”

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:19:31 +0900

HITONO株式会社 supported audience acquisition planning in web marketing and creative services for “IF Con Tokyo 2026,” an AI conference hosted by 株式会社LangGenius.

【株式会社Ginza】“20 years of keeping fit”: President Ikeda’s daily habits

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:19:28 +0900

株式会社Ginza President Kaoru Ikeda has continued muscle training for 20 years and received a perfect score on a health checkup. The company also ranked No. 1 nationwide in the condominium renovation category in the オリコン Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Hyogo Prefecture selected as a “2027 destination to watch” in エクスペディア’s travel trends report “Unpack‘27”!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:19:04 +0900

Hyogo Prefecture was selected as a “2027 destination to watch” in “Unpack ‘27,” a travel trends report released by エクスペディア, one of the world’s largest online travel agencies. It was the only Japanese destination selected, with reasons including a 95% year-on-year increase in searches.

Following strong interest, second-round recruitment opens for “Miko Ambassadors,” seeking people to share Japanese culture

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:17:42 +0900

株式会社ファーストイノベーション has opened a second round of recruitment for “Miko Ambassadors,” run by 日本文化伝承協会. Up to 20 people will be recruited, with activities scheduled to begin around January 2027.

横浜市中区役所 launches official Instagram account “@naka_yokohama_official” (Yokohama City Naka Ward / 横浜市中区役所)!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:16:59 +0900

Ahead of the ward’s 100th anniversary in 令和9年, 横浜市中区役所 has launched the official Instagram account “@naka_yokohama_official” to share the appeal of Naka Ward.

With ransomware attacks at a record high, AI-powered incident response is now possible even in environments disconnected from the internet. SIGQ launches “Incident Lake Self-Hosted,” which operates entirely within closed networks

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:15:52 +0900

株式会社SIGQ has launched “Incident Lake Self-Hosted,” a packaged product that enables AI-powered incident response even in closed environments disconnected from the internet. According to materials from 警察庁, reports of ransomware damage reached a record 123 cases in the first half of 2026. The company’s product uses its in-house-developed “Otter” model to keep confidential data from leaving the organization and handles everything from detection to recovery.

A private space with your favorite performer in a fully private karaoke room. “Ukafes!” lets you talk directly with VTubers using the latest XR technology!!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:14:17 +0900

With technical support from 株式会社PANDORA and ソニー株式会社, 株式会社コシダカ will hold “Ukafes!” at カラオケまねきねこ Shibuya Main Store on Nov. 7, 2026. The event will use the latest XR technology to let attendees talk directly with VTubers and take photos.

More than 200 people attended! Sea turtle art carrying people’s dreams is complete. Byou株式会社 holds its first large-scale event, “The Dream Coast”

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:11:28 +0900

Byou株式会社 held its first large-scale event, “The Dream Coast ～Sunset summer Party～,” on June 21, 2026, at CASABLANCA, a beach resort in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, with more than 200 people attending. Participants created sea turtle handprint art using paint made from discarded vegetables, and part of the proceeds was donated to NPO法人日本ウミガメ協議会.

“KIKINAO,” a Mac transcription app that lets you listen again and make corrections, goes on sale

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:43 +0900

アンバーライト合同会社 released “KIKINAO Transcriber,” a transcription app for Mac, on Oct. 15, 2026. It is available for a one-time purchase price of 3,980 yen (before tax).

Yuma Anzai (全日本プロレス) stars in his first drama, “二代目！ラーメンD 伊達一平,” premiering on CS日テレプラス on Friday, Dec. 4; main supporting cast announced!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:06 +0900

The new drama “二代目！ラーメンD 伊達一平,” starring Yuma Anzai, will begin airing on Dec. 4 on the CS channel NTV Plus, operated by 株式会社CS日本. Yuki Sakurai, Toru Yamaki and Yushin Kawanishi have been confirmed as members of the main cast.

“UtaMe,” an interactive AI character that sings for you, adds a character model of Minato Futaba provided by 株式会社ガソリンアレイ

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

シーズユナイト株式会社 announced that it will add a model of the voice-synthesis character Minato Futaba, provided by 株式会社ガソリンアレイ, to “UtaMe,” its interactive AI character feature currently in development. The release is planned for the end of November 2026, with about 100 songs available at launch.

“I wanted to cut back on work, but couldn’t for the sake of my livelihood”: NSJAPAN-supported athlete Rika Sakamoto shares the realities of balancing sport and work on ラジオ日本

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

Rika Sakamoto, an athlete supported by 株式会社NSJAPAN, appeared on ラジオ日本’s “Miyashita Farm” and spoke about the challenges of balancing her sport and work, as well as changes in her living situation through NSJAPAN’s dual-career support.

Enjoy the rich aroma and deep flavor of rum! “Rum Raisin Fair” begins Sunday, Nov. 1

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

Criollo, operated by エコール・クリオロ株式会社, will hold a “Rum Raisin Fair” from Nov. 1, 2026, at its main store, Nakameguro store and Azabudai Hills store, selling a range of sweets made with homemade rum raisins.

Upcycled cabin crew uniforms: limited-edition run of 100 “one-of-a-kind” Memorial Canvases and flight tags made from fabric from the old and new uniforms!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

Peach Aviation株式会社 will sell “Peach Memorial Canvas” and “Flight Tags,” upcycled products made from cabin crew uniforms as part of its brand renewal, in limited quantities through its official online shop starting Oct. 16, 2026.

株式会社Saleshub holds first-ever VIP-only exhibition, “Expert Garden,” drawing more than 100 executives from companies with 100 or more employees; AI-solutions-focused second edition planned for January 2027

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

株式会社Saleshub announced that, following the results of the first “Expert Garden” VIP-only exhibition held in June 2026, it will hold a second edition focused on AI solutions on January 22, 2027, at Tokyo Midtown Hall.

WAQの新作チェアを10名様にプレゼント！「Reclining Mid Chair」Instagramキャンペーンを開催

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

WAQ株式会社は、アウトドアブランド「WAQ」の新作チェア「Reclining Mid Chair」を10名様にプレゼントするInstagramキャンペーンを2026年10月16日より開催する。

A vibrant new creation featuring bright red berries and rich pistachio! Two Christmas cakes, featuring white chocolate and bittersweet caramel chocolate, available for a limited time starting Saturday, December 19

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

株式会社ホテル金沢 will offer two new Christmas cakes for the 2026 holiday season, “Berry Merry Christmas” and “Caramel Chocolat Tree,” for a limited time starting December 19.

[Kanagawa / Moving up year-end cleaning to November] Safely collect swollen mobile batteries before year-end, as coastal condensation and heating increase risks | On-site pickup in Yokohama, Kawasaki and Shonan, including batteries municipalities won't accept, for 7,700 yen [Continuing in November]

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

SYSTR株式会社 provides unwanted-item collection services in Kanagawa Prefecture, including for swollen lithium-ion batteries, and is running a flat-rate collection campaign for November only.

Instagram automation tool “Erugram” adds introductory video to official website

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:02 +0900

株式会社ミショナは、Instagram自動化ツール「エルグラム」の公式サイトを更新し、約1分半の紹介動画を新設した。また、スマートフォン表示やデザインの見直しを行い、導入事例として株式会社AI Orchestraのみやっち様の活用実績を公開している。

Wakyojuku, a men’s university residence, holds sports festival featuring 14 events from traditional cavalry battles to esports

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:09:50 +0900

公益財団法人和敬塾 held a sports festival from August 31 to September 13, with 4 dormitories competing in 14 events, including cavalry battles and esports. East Dormitory won the overall championship, and a lecture by Hiroshi Miyoshi is planned for December as part of the farewell gathering.

【静岡・浜松で油そばが500円に！】『東京油組総本店浜松組』開店1周年を記念し、10月23日（金）・24日（土）の2日間限定キャンペーンを開催！

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:09:47 +0900

株式会社ホットランドホールディングスの連結子会社である株式会社ホットランド西日本と、東京油組総本店を展開する株式会社サッポロ実業は、『東京油組総本店浜松組』の開店1周年を記念し、2026年10月23日・24日の2日間限定で油そばなどの特別キャンペーンを開催する。

For those who need “cosmetics that can still be used”: Generic Cosmetics and Food Bank Yamanashi to form partnership, working to reduce cosmetic waste and make ongoing donations

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:08:46 +0900

ジェネリック化粧品株式会社 will sign a partnership agreement with 認定NPO法人フードバンク山梨 on October 21, 2026, to reduce waste and provide support through donations of unused cosmetics.

Ajinomoto Co., Inc. gives first introduction to its “Kachi-Meshi®” imoni project at the “10&7 CHAMPIONSHIPS Yamagata Tournament”

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:07:09 +0900

味の素株式会社は、2026年10月10日に山形県で開催された「10&7 CHAMPIONSHIPS山形大会」において、「勝ち飯®」芋煮プロジェクトを初紹介し、選手に「アスリート芋煮」を提供した。今後は地元スーパーのヤマザワでの店頭展開を予定している。

MDNI GROUP develops 72-unit modular affordable housing in Los Angeles’ Westwood area — factory-built modular construction delivers a shorter schedule, high quality and environmental consideration

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:04:42 +0900

MDNI GROUP is developing a 72-unit affordable housing project named “1437 S. Bentley Avenue” in Los Angeles’ Westwood area. In partnership with Guerdon and Lowney Architecture, the project uses modular construction to deliver a shorter schedule, high quality and environmental consideration.

【フォレストテラス明治神宮】令和9年2月までの期間限定！準備もスマートに叶える「挙式＋お食事会プラン（6名様～20名様）」参考プラン料金 869,247円（10名様）

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:04:00 +0900

フォレストテラス明治神宮が、令和9年2月までの期間限定で「挙式＋お食事会プラン」を提供。6～20名向けで参考料金は10名で869,247円。新郎新婦の衣裳レンタル料30％OFF特典付き。

How much should you teach, and when should you leave it to others? A 12-page practical guide, “Teaching in the Years Ahead,” is now available for free.

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:03:48 +0900

リクエスト株式会社, a company that conducts research in organizational behavior science based on data from 980 companies and 338,000 workers, has made a 12-page practical guide available for free to help with preparation for and reflection on teaching in the workplace.

Frontier’s lifestyle brand “NOWU BASIC and GOOD” wins the 2026 Good Design Award for its PlaX Pile Slippers

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:03:00 +0900

The “PlaX Pile Slippers” from “NOWU BASIC and GOOD,” the lifestyle brand of 株式会社フロンティア, have won the 2026 Good Design Award.

SHIZA VENTURES’ Jordan Fisher to speak at “Global Deep Tech VC Seminar” hosted by Hakuhodo DY Holdings

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:01:54 +0900

Jordan Fisher of 株式会社Shiza Ventures will speak at the 8th “Global Deep Tech VC Seminar,” hosted by Hakuhodo DY Holdings, and discuss secondary investments.

Ajinomoto Frozen Foods’ popular products for people mindful of protein are now available at the Smile Spoon e-commerce store!

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:01:10 +0900

株式会社日本アクセス began selling 2 high-protein frozen food products jointly developed with Ajinomoto Frozen Foods—the “AJINOMOTO BRAND Gyoza ” and “FRESH FROZEN AJINOMOTO ”—at its “Smile Spoon” e-commerce store in early October 2026.

渋谷にフラッグシップを構えるセルフフォトブース「Photomatic」がロート製薬「メンソレータム」のイベントとコラボ

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:00:20 +0900

“Photomatic,” a self-photo brand operated by 株式会社フォトクリエイト, part of the キタムラ・ホールディングスグループ, will offer a photo booth with exclusive collaboration frames at Shibuya Scramble Square on Oct. 17 and 18, 2026, in conjunction with “Dear＿. 〜 Let’s Write a Letter in the Heart of Shibuya 〜 by メンソレータム,” an event hosted by Rohto Pharmaceutical and 株式会社小学館.

“13DE MARZO” makes its Japan debut with a 10-day pop-up in Shibuya

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:00:08 +0900

株式会社ANDENT will hold the Japan debut pop-up event for fashion and culture brand “13DE MARZO” at ZeroBase in Shibuya for 10 days, from October 30 to November 8, 2026.

Audible to release audiobook on Oct. 16, the same day as the book, of “I’ll Dress as a Woman to Kill My Senpai,” the novel behind YOASOBI’s new song, by rising author 魔猫よあ

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:00:04 +0900

Audible will begin streaming the audiobook of “I’ll Dress as a Woman to Kill My Senpai” by 魔猫よあ on Oct. 16. YOASOBI created its new song “KILLA” based on the book, with narration by 橘美來.

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