AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-22 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 9 of 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 907 items from 4 sources; Taiwan, 106 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 大阪南港の倉庫・運送会社 永井商運が、1日5,000円から使える短期保管「ソックラ」と長期保管「ぱなし倉庫」を開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505994Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES永井商運株式会社 has launched 「ソックラ」, a short-term storage service, and 「ぱなし倉庫」, a long-term storage service, using its own warehouse in Osaka Nanko. Securiy（セキュリー）, which prevents attacks using generative AI, to exhibit at DX総合EXPO 2026秋. Visitors who book a booth visit will receive an Amazon gift card worth 1,500 yen.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505993Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTempura technologies株式会社 will exhibit Securiy（セキュリー）, a solution to counter generative AI attacks, at the AIセキュリティガバナンスEXPO within DX総合EXPO 2026 秋 東京, to be held at Makuhari Messe from November 4 to 6, 2026. The booth will feature attack verification demos and free URL checks, and visitors who make an advance reservation will receive an Amazon gift card worth 1,500 yen. 【Kyoto Shichijo】Artisan TEPPAN RESTAURANT, a teppanyaki restaurant offering an array of small dishes, begins reservations for a Christmas special full-course meal featuring Omi beef and caviar, available for seven days only!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505992Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESArtisan TEPPAN RESTAURANT, a teppanyaki restaurant in Kyoto's Shichijo district operated by 株式会社beagle, will serve a 15-course Christmas special full-course meal featuring Omi beef and caviar for seven days only, from December 21 to 27, 2026. The world’s largest machine Pilates studio, 『クラブピラティス』, is NEW opening in Nishi-Funabashi on Saturday, October 24, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505991Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Wellness X Asia announced that CLUB PILATES 西船橋, a machine Pilates studio operated by a franchisee, will hold its grand opening on October 24, 2026. How has PPIH’s shift management evolved over 10 years? The 「シフコン」 system supporting more than 100,000 IDs and the 「登録制メイト」 program that puts staff to work across storeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505990Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPPIH has used the 「R-Shift」 shift management system, commonly known as 「シフコン」, for about 10 years. It has evolved from a simple shift-making tool into a foundation for data-driven staffing and store operations. It is now used across 1,240 locations by more than 100,000 IDs, and the 「登録制メイト制度」 also enables staff to be shared between stores. Going forward, the company aims to make deviations visible at the planning stage and expand the system to all stores. 【Asakusa shop opens today】Imagawayaki shop 「月のうさぎ」 to hold its grand opening on Asakusa Shin-Nakamise Street on Thursday, October 22, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505989Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MARU will open the imagawayaki specialty shop 「月のうさぎ」 on Asakusa Shin-Nakamise Street on October 22, 2026. The shop will use authentic red bean paste made by a long-established bean paste maker, with chunky red bean paste and custard as its main offerings. Promo Tool surpasses cumulative sales of 9,000 original sachets, offering end-to-end sachet OEM services from fragrance blending to productionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505988Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCumulative sales of original sachets by プロモツール株式会社 have surpassed 9,000. The company offers end-to-end OEM services from fragrance blending to production, and adoption is spreading among hotels and tourist facilities. 【就活生必見】25卒店長がトップ営業へ！いーふらん社内表彰式で「リピーター」と「アポ」の獲得術をMVPへインタビュー【新卒社員インタビュー】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505987Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社いーふらんは、自社所有の豪華クルーザーを用いてリテール営業本部の社内表彰式を開催し、8月度の月間MVPである25卒A店長やCS顧客満足賞受賞者のKI店長のインタビューを公開した。 Launches 「プラマト」, a website compiling new crane game prizeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505995Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:06:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESトレカプロ株式会社, which operates services in the trading card sector, launched 「プラマト」, a website compiling new crane game prizes, on October 16, 2026. DreamArts and KDDI to co-host 「デジタルの民主化DAY -Special-」 on November 12, with THK and Hitachi, Ltd. among the speakers — an event showcasing DX initiatives at major companies and practical insights on frontline-led DX and AI usehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505996Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:05:20 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ドリーム・アーツ and KDDI will co-host 「デジタルの民主化DAY -Special-」 on November 12, 2026. Speakers from THK株式会社 and 株式会社日立製作所, among others, will share examples of frontline-led DX and AI use. Seeking new partner teams: uniform provision and activity partnershipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505997Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:02:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Conext Markting is seeking new partner teams as it expands partnerships with student and adult sports teams, offering support such as uniforms, facility use, and activity grants. A comic that has brought comfort to people around the world! The latest volume of the comic series Special Days, which has sold more than 400,000 copies, is themed around “books.” Also featuring exclusive, original purchase bonuses at participating bookstores!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505998Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:30 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe latest volume in the comic series Special Days, titled Books That Bind Time, went on sale on October 22, 2026, bringing the series’ cumulative circulation to more than 400,000 copies. The article also introduces exclusive bookstore bonuses and recommendation comments. Europe’s mobility leaders build safe vehicles and robotaxi fleets on NVIDIA Hyperionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505999Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:17 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt GTC Berlin, NVIDIA announced that European mobility companies including Bolt, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Einride and Volvo Cars are adopting the NVIDIA Hyperion platform to develop Level 3 and 4 autonomous vehicles and robotaxi fleets. The company also unveiled new technologies including the Halos SAFE framework, Alpamayo 2 Edge and Cosmos 3 Nano. NVIDIA announces DSX POD AI factories to accelerate infrastructure deployment in Europehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506000Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:14 +0900JapanPR TIMESNVIDIA announced DSX POD, a reference design developed with partner companies to build and validate a complete AI factory inside a modular container. The design cuts infrastructure deployment time from 6 months to as few as 14 days, with availability worldwide scheduled to begin in early 2027. NVIDIA announces OpenShell reference architecture for secure AI agentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506001Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn October 21, 2026, NVIDIA announced the OpenShell reference architecture, which enables the secure building, isolation, monitoring and control of AI agents on enterprise infrastructure and edge systems. The architecture is built on the NVIDIA OpenShell secure runtime, Vera Rubin infrastructure, Vera CPUs and BlueField-4 DPUs with Sentry integration, and runs on major operating systems including Canonical and Microsoft Windows. Numerous companies, including Anthropic, AWS, Microsoft and ServiceNow, are using OpenShell to strengthen security and deploy agents. FamilyMart teams up with BEYBLADE X to contribute to local communities! First-ever BEYBLADE X event at convenience stores! Providing children with a place to play and a place to belong through FamilyMart Children’s Cafeteriashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506002Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ファミリーマート and Takara Tomy have teamed up to hold the first-ever BEYBLADE X event at convenience stores, at 3 locations in Tokyo. In addition to work experience and meals at children’s cafeterias, the initiative aims to foster community interaction by installing stadiums. Japanese edition of MLB-licensed comic All Baseball Comics launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506070Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESU.S.-based Zero Zero Enterprises has released the Japanese edition of the MLB-licensed comic All Baseball Comics. The first installment features 3 titles about the Dodgers, Yankees and Cubs, with Japanese artist Masataka Minoura illustrating the Dodgers edition. Helping every business understand “Why aren’t they buying?” just before purchase. Launching OKAERI Form Analytics, a free tool that shows which fields on an input form are causing users to drop offhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506069Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社OTEGAMI launched OKAERI Form Analytics on October 22, 2026, a free service that lets users check the completion rate, drop-off rate and time spent entering information for each field on a website form. 6 countries, including Japan, Myanmar and Nepal, take part! Noto Reconstruction Charity Futsal Tournament to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506068Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESJiririta株式会社 held the 1st Noto Reconstruction Charity Futsal Tournament on October 18, 2026, to support Noto’s recovery and promote multicultural coexistence. 16 teams from 6 countries, including Japan, took part. Launching a search fund support service. Supporting clients from deal introductions through negotiations and due diligence, and partnering with Beyondge as one team to support post-acquisition managementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506067Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeyondge M&Aパートナーズ株式会社 is launching a search fund support service in collaboration with its parent company, Beyondge株式会社. Against a backdrop of a rising share of companies without successors, the group will provide integrated support for M&A execution—from deal introductions through negotiations and due diligence—as well as hands-on support for post-acquisition management. Stopping early departures among new hires through ongoing support and data. Training aimed at a 70% retention rate, with government subsidies covering about half the costhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506066Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Talkleは、現役アナウンサーの指導と音声解析を組み合わせた「新入社員研修プログラム2027」の受付を開始した。新入社員の話し方を7項目でスコア化し、半年間の伴走により定着率70%を目指す。本プログラムは厚生労働省の人材開発支援助成金の活用を想定しており、中小企業の場合、研修費の約半分が助成される見込みである。 BGM Girls™ Project opens applications for corporate collaborators to jointly create “a new way to use background music with lyrics you can listen to passively”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506065Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBGM Girls™ Project, operated by 株式会社ミカエルライト, has been seeking corporate partners since October 2026 to create original songs and characters together. 15 years after the Great East Japan Earthquake, a game born from an encounter with a dog, Horgihugh, launches today, Oct. 22, on Nintendo Switch!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506064Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ピクセル released the revamped shooting game Horgihugh on Nintendo Switch on Oct. 22, 2026, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake. The game follows its 2018 PC and iOS release and 2021 Switch release. Zero Industries, aiming to build power infrastructure in space, raises US$3 million (approximately 470 million yen) in Japan's largest-ever pre-seed roundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506063Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESZero Industries, a company aiming to build power infrastructure in space, has completed a US$3 million (approximately 470 million yen) pre-seed funding round just 6 months after its founding. This is the largest such round in Japan's history. As its first step, the company will offer Helios, a power transmission service for satellites, and aims to expand to space data centers and lunar bases by supplying power via laser. Investors include 前澤ファンド, UntroD Capital Japan, NOW and Midtown. ALVAREZ & MARSAL launches business restructuring division on the first anniversary of its operations in Japanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506062Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAlvarez & Marsal marked its 1st anniversary in Japan by launching a business restructuring division and appointing Christopher Mack as managing director and head of the division. Animal Spirits Fund II reaches approximately 5.6 billion yen at second closing; 中小機構 and others participate, with investments in 4 companies within 5 months of launchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506061Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Animal Spirits 26 Investment Limited Partnership, a Fund II managed by アニマルスピリッツ合同会社, held its second closing on Sept. 29, 2026, bringing total committed capital to approximately 5.6 billion yen. It has invested a cumulative approximately 700 million yen in 4 companies within 5 months of its launch, with 中小機構 and Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank among its limited partners. 横須賀バイリンガルスクールYBS: A time for dialogue in which staff from more than 13 countries connect beyond nationality and culture as individualshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506060Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES横須賀バイリンガルスクールYBS holds events such as birthday lunches and training sessions as team-building activities for its multinational staff from more than 13 countries. Against the backdrop of a record-high number of foreign workers, according to 厚生労働省, it is fostering a workplace where people understand one another's differences. 【水協東京貿易支援センター】Special class held at 辻調理師専門学校! Renowned chef Jung Ho-young teaches a lesson on Korean seafoodhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506059Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES水協東京貿易支援センター held a special class on Oct. 17, 2026, at 辻調理師専門学校 in Osaka, led by instructor Jung Ho-young. The event included cooking demonstrations using K-FISH brand ingredients. Forest building at Nago City 21st Century Forest Park's Akemio Terrace grand openshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506058Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYAMBARU GATEWAY PARK, a joint venture led by 株式会社ゆがふホールディングス, announced that the Forest building at Akemio Terrace, a complex in Nago City 21st Century Forest Park, will grand open in December 2026. With this, the entire area will be fully operational, serving as a new gateway to tourism in Yanbaru. 【First in Japan】A quantitative analysis, based on 100,000 measured data points, of how many questions, AI systems and repetitions are needed to measure AI search performance. White paper “What Does ‘Accuracy’ Mean in AI Search Optimization (AIO/LLMO)?” released free of charge (Fairtech)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506057Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESフェアテック株式会社 has released a free white paper quantifying the amount of data needed to measure the effectiveness of AI search optimization, using 100,000 measured data points. 【Tochigi Prefecture, 真岡市】Connect naturally through sweets and crafts ♡ Recruiting participants for the Nov. 22 “Dating Party”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506056Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES栃木県真岡市で2026年11月22日、井頭温泉チャットパレスにて20〜39歳独身男女対象の「恋活Party」が開催される。ジュエルソープ作りとスイーツビュッフェを主な内容とし、FM栃木の永井塁さんが進行を務める。 テレビ東京系の乳幼児番組「シナぷしゅ」デザインのAtsude超厚手おしりふき、10月20日発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506055Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ETPIのベビー用品ブランド「AIRFRIC」は、テレビ東京系番組「シナぷしゅ」とのコラボレーション商品である超厚手おしりふき「Atude 超厚手おしりふき シナぷしゅデザイン」を10月20日に発売した。 Expanding the possibilities of architectural design through origami engineering. 株式会社OUTSENSE delivers a large three-dimensional metal wall made of aluminum composite panels to 大田区産業プラザPiO!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506054Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社OUTSENSE delivered a large three-dimensional metal wall made of aluminum composite panels, using its proprietary “origami engineering” technology SORIORI, for renovation work on the 1st-floor atrium at 大田区産業プラザPiO. 孤独孤立から抜け出すヒント・最期まで自分らしく生きること・介護が必要になっても在宅で・子どもの成長が見える保育 等自分事として福祉を感じる１日 -認定NPO法人じゃんけんぽん実践発表会-（発表順決定）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506053Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人じゃんけんぽん will hold its “Reiwa ８ Fiscal Year Jankenpon Practical Presentations” in Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture, on Nov. 24, 2026. It will present 14 case studies in areas including nursing care, disability services and childcare, and hold a special discussion with 株式会社権兵衛. Exhibiting at “60th FISMA TOKYO”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506052Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES東レACS株式会社 will exhibit at “60th FISMA TOKYO,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from Nov. 12 to 13, and showcase products and services including CREACOMPO®Ⅱ and XIFORM®. Free distribution of a flowchart to help victims recover money from malicious boat-racing tip sites and boat-racing scamshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506051Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES司法書士法人ライトストーン法務事務所 has distributed a free flowchart outlining how to seek refunds from boat-racing tip-site scams. [Nishiazabu 蓮] Reservations open for the “Christmas Special Course,” an exceptional Christmas feast combining French and Chinese techniques, available for 2 days only on Dec. 24 and 25https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506050Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe innovative Chinese restaurant 蓮, operated by NA Group株式会社, has begun accepting reservations for its Christmas Special Course (35,000 yen), available for 2 days only on Dec. 24 and 25, 2026. Marking the “6 months” in the latter half of the fiscal year, Tonari Pilates launches a “6-month continuation plan” and “lump-sum payment” option in Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506049Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エフェクトプロ’s トナリピラティス八尾店 will launch a “6-month continuation plan” offering 10% off monthly fees for a 6-month commitment, and a “6-month lump-sum payment” option with 20% off, starting Oct. 1, 2026. SWALLOW’s “MOPERO” designated small-motorized vehicle to appear in ヒカルチャンネル’s special project “27-Hour Live Stream -The Legend, Again-”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506048Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSWALLOW株式会社 will take part in the special project “27-Hour Live Stream -The Legend, Again-,” airing on YouTube’s ヒカルチャンネル from Oct. 23 to 24, 2026, and introduce and sell its “MOPERO” series of designated small-motorized vehicles (MOPERO 4U and MOPERO mini cargo 2). EdgeCortix expands collaboration with Unigen, extending into AI modules and server computing with the RAIDEN platformhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506047Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESEdgeCortix and Unigen signed an MoU to expand their collaboration in AI modules and server computing using the RAIDEN platform. [Event Report] 19 companies and 30 student organizations gather! Japan’s largest ethical festival, “Ethical Expo 2026 OSAKA,” wraps up!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506046Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Ethical Expo 2026 OSAKA,” organized by 一般社団法人ETHICAL EXPO JAPAN, was held in Osaka, with 19 companies and 30 student organizations taking part. Komeza Project won the Best Ethical Award in the audience vote. ACHEMA 2027 Information Session [ACHEMA Roadshow] Announcementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506045Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn information session [ACHEMA Roadshow] for ACHEMA 2027, to be held in Frankfurt, Germany, in June 2027, will take place in Shinjuku on Nov. 5, 2026. Representatives from 経済産業省 and Dechema Ausstellungs GmbH will speak, outlining the event and available support measures for prospective exhibitors. A gentle warmth like a hot stone. “Nature In Magnesium Heat Balm” launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506044Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Leep has launched “Nature In Magnesium Heat Balm,” a body balm formulated with magnesium and warming ingredients under its supplement and cosmetics brand “Nature In.” 言語聴覚士・保育士・絵本作家が届けることばを育むオンラインイベント「ことばすくすくライブ♪」が「2026年度ドコモ市民活動団体助成事業」に採択されましたhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506043Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe online event “Kotoba Sukusuku Live♪” by 一般社団法人ことばサポートネット has been selected for the 2026 ドコモ Community Activity Group Grant Program. CyberomiX sponsors the “85th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Cancer Association” as a TOP TIER sponsor for the second consecutive yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506042Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CyberomiX sponsored the 85th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Cancer Association, held at the Kyoto International Conference Center from Sept. 24 to 26, 2026, as a TOP TIER sponsor for the second consecutive year. Launch of a search fund support service, providing end-to-end assistance from deal sourcing through post-acquisition growthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506041Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESBeyondge株式会社, in collaboration with its group company Beyondge M&Aパートナーズ株式会社, is launching a search fund support service. Against a backdrop of a rising rate of businesses without successors, it will provide end-to-end support, from finding acquisition targets to post-acquisition management and exit. Mapple to exhibit at Cybozu Days Japan 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506040Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マップル will exhibit at Cybozu Days Japan 2026, to be held at Makuhari Messe on Nov. 12 and 13, 2026, and will demonstrate new features of MAPPLE Map Plugin for kintone. オートデスクのプラチナパートナー・応用技術、InfoWorks ICM による内水氾濫解析結果の電子納品データ作成サービスを開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506039Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAutodesk Platinum Partner 応用技術 has launched a service that converts and checks inland flood analysis results from Autodesk InfoWorks ICM as electronic delivery data (CSV) compliant with Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism guidelines. 【マペペ】【New release on October 22】Instantly absorbs water from wet hair to shorten blow-drying time! Introducing the new Mitten Wrap Towel, designed to be used with your hands slipped into pockets at both ends.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506038https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506038Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シャンティ will launch the Mitten Wrap Towel, a hair-drying towel with mitten-style pockets, under its hair goods brand マペペ on October 22, 2026. 【RIMOWA】Global game creator Hideo Kojima featured in the latest episode of short documentary serieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506037Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn the latest episode of its short documentary series, RIMOWA features game creator Hideo Kojima, showing his creative process during a stay in Los Angeles to record performance capture for his new game OD - Knock, as well as a custom suitcase designed for him. Announcement of the new Viltrox AIR series product, Viltrox AF 50mm F2.0 AIR L Mounthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506036https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506036Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES映像嵐株式会社 will release the AF 50mm F2.0 AIR L, a standard prime lens for full-frame L-mount cameras from Viltrox, on October 22, 2026. The manufacturer's suggested retail price is ¥44,000 (tax included). 【チャンピオン決定】第7回ジャパン・サステナブルシーフード・アワード、鹿児島・指宿の山川町漁業協同組合とASEANの政府間組織SEAFDEC/TDがチャンピオンにhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506035Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES第7回ジャパン・サステナブルシーフード・アワード（JSSA 2026）の授賞式で、国内部門チャンピオンに鹿児島県指宿市の山川町漁業協同組合、アジア部門チャンピオンにASEAN政府間組織SEAFDEC/TDが選出された。 Supporting career education from the 1st year of school to help secure the future agricultural workforcehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506034Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アグリメディア held an employment and farming support seminar and individual career consultations for approximately 60 1st-year students at 群馬県立農林大学校, supporting early recruitment and career development for agricultural workers. Sasai Shuzo, which brews sacred sake for Mount Fuji, is holding the Sasai New Sake Festival! This is the only place in the world to enjoy freshly made sake and Japanese wine while savoring the bounty of the water and land of Fujimisaka! A special limited release of the luxury sake Dan is confirmed!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506033Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSasai Shuzo will hold the Sasai New Sake Festival 2026 on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026, at its premises in Otsuki, Yamanashi Prefecture. The event will feature tastings of sake and Japanese wine, food pairings from 5 leading restaurants in Yamanashi, a limited release of the luxury sake Dan, commemorative sake for the film Shumei, and sales of limited-edition sweets and promotional items. Osaka residents are supposed to love chatting, but are they shy in other languages? “I don’t want to speak unless I’m confident I can speak correctly.” Osaka natives are about 1.8 times as likely as Tokyo natives to feel this wayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506032Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey conducted by Duolingo, Inc. found that approximately 61.5% of respondents from Osaka said they speak little or no English, or have never spoken it, and that the proportion who said “I don’t want to speak unless I’m confident I can speak correctly” was approximately 1.8 times that of respondents from Tokyo. In response, Duolingo will hold DUOMART OSAKA at LUCUA Osaka in Umeda from Nov. 7 to 17, 2026. Grand prize of ¥500,000 and guaranteed commercialization! The AI creative platform PixAI will begin accepting entries for its one-shot AI manga contest, PixAI Manga Contest 2026, on October 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506031Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMetanomaly株式会社 announced that entries for the AI manga contest “PixAI Manga Contest 2026” will open on Oct. 22. The grand prize includes ¥500,000 and a guaranteed commercial release. Venture fund affiliated with the Hokkaido-based global business co-creation program “Hokkaido F Village X (HFX)” completes formation, bringing in 6 operating companies as limited partners (LPs)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506030Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESScrum Ventures LLC and スクラムスタジオ株式会社 have completed the formation of Scrum Hokkaido Fund I, LP, a venture fund affiliated with the Hokkaido-based global business co-creation program “Hokkaido F Village X (HFX).” The fund totals approximately ¥1.8 billion (US$11.5 million), with Yamato Holdings, JTB, Tokyu Land Corporation, Hokkaido Bank, Nippon Ham, and Hokkaido Gas participating as 6 limited partners (LPs). [Nov. 10 event | Free to attend] Keynote discussion topic announced: CyberAgent CHO 曽山哲人 and Delight representative 新井 — “From 20 employees to more than 8,000: What companies look for in candidates as times change, and what remains essential”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506029Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Delight announced that 株式会社サイバーエージェント CHO 曽山哲人 and CEO 新井崇徳 will hold a keynote discussion at the recruitment conference “HR Funnel Summit 2026 Autumn,” taking place on Nov. 10, 2026. The discussion will focus on the fundamentals of recruitment during growth from 20 employees to more than 8,000. 株式会社これから recognized as a “Shopify Premier Partner.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506028Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社これから announced that it has been recognized as a “Shopify Premier Partner” in the Shopify Partner Program. It has supported more than 550 Shopify projects to date and highlights examples including HYSTERIC MINI and おやきん. [Facilities Maintenance DX] Exhibiting the next-generation facilities maintenance cloud “M2X” at FOOD展2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506027Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社M2X will exhibit at “FOOD展2026,” taking place at Tokyo Big Sight from Nov. 11 to 13, 2026, with a booth showcasing its next-generation facilities maintenance cloud “M2X.” Last Mile and エニキャリ to hold online seminar on Oct. 28 (Wed.) at 16:00: “Is delivery route optimization alone enough? Improving logistics by connecting planning and field operations through delivery planning DX”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506026Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エニキャリ will hold an online seminar on Oct. 28, 2026, at 16:00 to explain “delivery planning DX,” which connects planning and field operations in addition to optimizing delivery routes. “Kogei no Yado Waraku,” a renovated traditional house in Mariko-juku on the Tokaido route, selected for the first time for the “ミシュランガイド Hotel Selection 2026” | Shizuoka City, 株式会社 創造舎https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506025Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Kogei no Yado Waraku,” a traditional house rented as a whole in Mariko, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City (株式会社創造舎), has been selected for the first time for the “ミシュランガイド Hotel Selection 2026.” Notice of beer tax cut salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506024https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506024Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リカーマウンテン will hold a “beer tax cut sale” from Oct. 22 to 26 and run a joint campaign with アサヒビール offering a total of 3.2 million LM points. FlexiSpot to launch “Autumn Monitor Arm Campaign” on Oct. 22, offering up to 40% offhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506023Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFlexiSpot will hold its “Autumn Monitor Arm Campaign” from Oct. 22, 2026, with 15% off the MA6 series, 20% off the MA8 series, and 40% off the F8L/F8LD/F9D. [Survey] Why 78.3% of people considering mole removal choose “fall and winter” | A dermatologic surgeon explains the postoperative sun protection period and how to choose among 3 treatmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506022Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey by アイシークリニック, operated by 医療法人社団鉄結会, found that 78.3% of people considering mole removal choose fall and winter as their preferred time because ultraviolet radiation is lower. At least 3–6 months of sun protection is needed after treatment to avoid the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Insurance coverage is limited to cases involving suspected malignancy or disruption to daily life, with patients paying 30% of costs, or approximately ¥5,000–15,000. Step into fall with the charm of the British countryside: New items from Brooks Brothershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506021Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブルックス ブラザーズ ジャパン will release new items for the fall/winter season, including jackets, shirts, and sweaters made from materials such as hopsack, tweed, corduroy, and lambswool. “PeopleX AI Roleplay” launches real estate industry-specific training packagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506020Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社PeopleX has launched a real estate industry-specific training package for its conversational AI roleplay service, “PeopleX AI Roleplay.” The package includes scenarios from initial contact through closing, supports compliance checks, and can be adopted at no additional cost. 【梅の花テイクアウトショップ】いい肉の日に！湯葉入りの黒毛和牛牛めし販売！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506019Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社古市庵プラス, which operates “梅の花テイクアウトショップ,” will sell beef rice with yuba made using Kagoshima Prefecture wagyu for a limited time starting Nov. 18, 2026. [Free webinar on 2026.10.29] The value of legal affairs beyond AX: From defense to offense—designing the “next-generation legal function” | Authense法律事務所https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506018Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAuthense法律事務所 will hold a free webinar on October 29, 2026, titled “What Is the Value of Legal Affairs Beyond AX?—How to Shape a Next-Generation Legal Affairs Structure, from Defense to Offense.” Attorney Daiki Kameyama will speak about challenges after AI adoption and the shift to “offensive legal affairs” through resource reallocation. The AIプラストーク dialogue skills training and interview support tool, which uses generative AI, has added a “Scenario Creation Support Feature” that automatically generates content.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506017Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社プラスアルファ・コンサルティング has added a “Scenario Creation Support Feature” to its dialogue skills training tool AIプラストーク. The feature automatically generates role-play content based on chat prompts or specified internal documents. ウィークエンド マックスマーラ to hold a special pop-up at “FUDGE Weekend 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506016Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESウィークエンド マックスマーラ will hold a special pop-up at “FUDGE Weekend 2026,” taking place in Meguro, Tokyo, on October 24 and 25, 2026. The pop-up will center on the fall/winter campaign theme “A Weekend in Ireland” and feature a collection exhibition and knitwear workshops. No products will be sold. [Okinawa Prefecture × AlphaDrive] Local business leaders explain “the real reason companies gather in Okinawa.” “Okinawa Prefecture Business Environment Briefing and Networking Event” to be held in Osaka on November 16https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506015Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルファドライブ, commissioned by Okinawa Prefecture, will hold the “Okinawa Prefecture Business Environment Briefing and Networking Event” in Osaka on November 16, 2026, as part of the “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Okinawa Prefecture Investment Environment Promotion Project.” Aimed at business leaders in the Kansai region, the seminar will share first-hand information from companies that have expanded into Okinawa, as well as available support programs, with the goal of attracting businesses and investment. [AlphaDrive] “How Regional Companies Can Use AI to Boost Their Earning Power”—AlphaDrive REGION renews its “Regional AX” service website and steps up support.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506014Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アルファドライブ has revamped its “Regional AX” support service website for regional companies and local governments, and will step up its support with an online webinar on November 6, 2026. Limited-edition collaboration goods featuring the popular anime Ojarumaru are coming to Watts♪https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506013Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ワッツ will release limited-edition collaboration products with NHK Eテレ’s popular anime Ojarumaru. Now offering “Ant Life Concierge: Sales Administration,” taking care of sales teams’ “little things we’d like help with”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506012Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社オンリーストーリー has launched “Sales Administration,” a new plan under its online concierge service for business leaders, “Ant Life Concierge.” The service handles small tasks before and after sales meetings, such as researching prospective clients and preparing materials. [ABC-MART] Subtle matching footwear. ABC-MART presents a new way to enjoy coordinated outfits, completed with the latest styleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506011Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エービーシー・マート is suggesting new ways for couples, families, and friends to enjoy coordinated outfits ahead of “Matching Outfit Day” on November 11. The company introduces a style that lets people enjoy matching footwear while retaining their individuality by choosing the same sneaker model or different colors, and features 6 and 12 new shoe picks from VANS, NIKE, adidas, New Balance, CONVERSE, ASICS, crocs, and others. [All-you-can-eat on Saturdays at weekday prices‼] A campaign at 31 ニラックスブッフェ locations lets customers enjoy a wide variety of Japanese, Western, and Chinese all-you-can-eat dishes at “weekday prices” on Saturdays for 5 days only, from 10/24 to 11/21!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506010Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESニラックス株式会社 will run a campaign at 31 ニラックスブッフェ locations from October 24 to November 21, for 5 Saturdays only, allowing customers to dine on Saturdays at weekday prices. October 28 is Gunma Prefectural Citizens’ Day. おふろcafe 白寿の湯, located on the border between Saitama and Gunma, is offering discounted admission of 100 yen for children in elementary school or younger who live in Gunma Prefecture.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506009Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESおふろcafe 白寿の湯, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, will offer discounted admission of 100 yen to children in elementary school or younger who live in Gunma Prefecture on Gunma Prefectural Citizens’ Day, October 28, 2026. Suffolk, England sibling duo Esme Emerson, who make cutting-edge dream pop, release “Gun,” a new single ahead of their upcoming EP It’s All Just Noisehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506008Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSuffolk, England sibling duo Esme Emerson have released “Gun,” a new single from their upcoming EP It’s All Just Noise, due out November 13 via Communion Records. Hosting a webinar titled “The Latest Marketing Strategies: Transforming Customer Acquisition with LLMO × Generative AI!”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506007Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on the latest marketing strategies using LLMO and generative AI. Hosting a webinar titled “How Can You Protect Websites and VPNs Exposed Online Without Your Knowledge?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506006Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマジセミ株式会社 will host a webinar on using ASM to inventory externally exposed IT assets and counter ransomware, addressing the automation and acceleration of attacks enabled by the misuse of generative AI and OSINT. Hosting a webinar titled “[Rebroadcast] Why Doesn’t In-House Ransomware Preparedness Training Change Behavior, Even Though the Completion Rate Is 100%?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506005Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマジセミ株式会社 held a webinar raising challenges around behavior change in in-house ransomware preparedness training and the burden on IT departments, and introducing Secure Practice, a hands-on security training service provided by 株式会社ハイパー. 【JAF茨城】ランタンを手に巡る、夜のアクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館 初の貸切イベントを11月22日に開催https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506004Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe JAF Ibaraki Branch will hold an exclusive members’ event at アクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館 on November 22, 2026: “JAF Day at アクアワールド茨城県大洗水族館: Private Pair Night—A Quiet Night at the Aquarium.” Up to 90 pairs, or 180 people, can enjoy the magical aquarium at night by lantern light. Includes a life-size Grogu pinup! A comprehensive feature on “Disney Christmas,” plus a big giveaway of park tickets and special merchandise!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506003Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe December 2026 issue of the monthly Disney Fan features a life-size Grogu pinup as a special supplement, along with comprehensive coverage of “Disney Christmas” at Tokyo Disney Resort and its 25th anniversary events. It will also include giveaways of park tickets and merchandise. 【TAC Certified Public Accountant】Online Seminar for Working Adults: Planting Seeds for the Future on a Long Autumn Night! Start Studying to Become an Accountant in November! To Be Held Nov. 2 (Monday) at 19:30!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3505785Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:50:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will hold a free online seminar for working adults from 19:30 on November 2, introducing the appeal of its certified public accountant courses, the exam system and recommended courses. 資誠 launches virtual asset services platform to build out digital asset ecosystemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507880Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:43:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA資誠 (PwC Taiwan) announced the launch of its “Virtual Asset Services Platform,” bringing together multidisciplinary teams in accounting, auditing, tax, law and information security to help businesses prepare for the Virtual Asset Services Act and build out the Web3 and digital asset ecosystem. 移民署 finds 14 missing migrant workers and overstayers working illegally in Tainanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507826Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:35:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA移民署’s Tainan City Special Operations Brigade, working with the Labor Affairs Bureau, found 14 missing or overstaying foreign migrant workers at a construction site in Guiren District. They were allegedly illegally hired by 4 business firms for daily wages of NT$1700 to NT$2000, and the employers face fines. Parents accuse Changhua cram school teacher of inappropriate punishment; county launches investigationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507827Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:29:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAParents accused a teacher at a cram school in Changhua of inappropriately punishing a student with a drawing compass and have filed a police report and lawsuit. The Changhua County Education Department has opened an investigation, and fines will be imposed if laws were violated. To take on 微軟 and AWS, Google Cloud adds OpenAI models to its offeringshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507828Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGoogle Cloud announced that it will add OpenAI models to the model garden in Vertex AI, making it the only cloud service provider globally to bring together the three major closed-source large language models, as it competes with 微軟 and AWS in the generative AI market. Several Hong Kong media outlets have recently received threatening letters containing white powderhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507830Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASeveral Hong Kong media outlets have recently received threatening letters containing white powder. “01” and “點新聞” received letters from the United Kingdom and reported them to police, who have taken samples for testing. 星島新聞集團 also received a threatening letter last month, and a man was arrested. 佛光大學 suspends classes on the 23rd as a precaution ahead of Typhoon 薔琵https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507829Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWith Typhoon 薔琵 approaching, 佛光大學 will suspend classes for 1 day on the 23rd as a precaution to protect student safety. Staff attendance will follow announcements by the Yilan County Government. Public ferry runs aground at Dafu Fishing Harbor on Xiaoliuqiu; 35 passengers ferried ashorehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507517Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:22:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA public ferry operating between Donggang in Pingtung and Xiaoliuqiu ran aground at Dafu Fishing Harbor. All 35 passengers aboard were ferried ashore. 琉興航運 has contacted a tugboat for assistance and announced an emergency suspension of service. Shih Hsin’s department office closures and resource allocation draw controversy; Education Ministry finds major flaws in communicationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507518https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507518Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:22:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 教育部 found that 世新大學 had major shortcomings in its communication with students before organizational restructuring measures, including closing department offices and renovating the library. It has ordered the university to make improvements by a deadline or face intervention, including reduced subsidies or fewer enrollment places. Washington Post: Pentagon plans deep-cover network for economic war against Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507519Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:20:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA華盛頓郵報披露，五角大廈正建立深層臥底諜報計畫以對中國展開經濟戰，由前CIA官員拉庫森督導。五角大廈否認此報導，稱其為不實資訊。 Typhoon 薔琵 approaches; Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安 says decision on work and school closures for the 23rd will be announced at 8 p.m.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507520Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWith Typhoon 薔琵 approaching, Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安 inspected the Chang’an Pumping Station and said he would follow the usual practice of announcing at 8 p.m. whether work and classes would be suspended on the 23rd. All campaign activities are also suspended immediately. 思愛普’s Q3 revenue tops 10 billion euros for the first time; raises 2026 revenue outlookhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507521Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGermany’s 思愛普 (SAP) reported that Q3 revenue topped 10 billion euros for the first time, while cloud backlog grew 26% year over year. The company raised its 2026 revenue outlook to the high end of its forecast range, with AI a key driver of customers’ shift to the cloud. Second batch of individual income tax refunds to be deposited Oct. 30; about 82,000 cases totaling more than NT$1.43 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507204Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:12:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe second batch of individual income tax refunds for tax year 114 will be deposited on Oct. 30, covering an estimated 82,000 cases and totaling more than NT$1.43 billion. Eligible cases include those filed using two-dimensional barcodes or manually, and 96% of refunds will be deposited directly. The 財政部中區國稅局 reminds taxpayers who have not provided their account details to complete a consent form for direct deposits. 輝達’s custom HBM strategy could build a new competitive moat, experts sayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3507537Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAExperts say 輝達 will have 台積電 manufacture custom HBM base dies instead of placing orders with 三星. The move aims to standardize the manufacturing process and secure capacity from all three major DRAM makers, building a competitive moat for 輝達. eBay announces another round of layoffs, cutting 1000 jobs, or about 9% of its global workforcehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506938Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:11:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. e-commerce platform eBay announced plans to lay off about 1000 employees, or 9% of its workforce, to ensure operational strength and align with its strategic priorities. Suspected gas explosion at home in Liujia District, Tainan; 1 person hospitalized with burnshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261022-09/index-en-p9.html#n3506939Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:07:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台南市六甲區某民宅昨晚發生疑似瓦斯氣爆，造成1名40多歲男子二度燒燙傷送醫，消防局出動14車39人灌救，燃燒面積約3平方公尺。