# AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-04 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 113 items from 6 sources; Japan, 16 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## ERPC changes RPC Free plan to replenish 4.2 million tokens every month, supporting continued development and PoC use

- Published: 2026-11-04T21:34:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000490.000105962.html
- anchor: #n3736209
- Companies mentioned: ELSOUL LABO B.V.、ERPC

The blockchain infrastructure ERPC, operated by ELSOUL LABO B.V., has changed the free allowance for its RPC Free plan from a one-time allocation of 10 million tokens to an allocation replenished with 4.2 million tokens every month.

Facts:
- 4.2 million tokens every month
- 10 million tokens
- €5 payment authorization

## 『ファイナルファンタジーXIV: 白銀のワンダラー』本日より予約受付開始！

- Published: 2026-11-04T21:27:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000452.000128734.html
- anchor: #n3736104
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スクウェア・エニックス、任天堂

株式会社スクウェア・エニックス has begun accepting preorders for 『白銀のワンダラー』, the latest expansion pack for the online RPG 『ファイナルファンタジーXIV』, and announced that it is scheduled for release on Feb. 23, 2027.

Facts:
- Scheduled for release on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2027
- Suggested retail price: ¥4,950 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥6,930 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥33,330 (tax included)
- Suggested retail price: ¥26,400 (tax included)

## A sake aged for 6 years, “隧 ZUI SAKE 2020 子 Aged 6 years old,” junmai ginjo sake, finally goes on sale

- Published: 2026-11-04T21:03:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000167.000127012.html
- anchor: #n3736052
- Companies mentioned: 早駒運輸株式会社、株式会社神戸酒心館、湊川隧道保存友の会、かみ添、Bar K6、Cave de K、Bar keller、神戸ファストジャイロ、オックスフォード大学女子ラグビー部、HCBCRFC、在英国日本国大使館

早駒運輸株式会社 and others have begun selling “隧 ZUI SAKE 2020 子 Aged 6 years old,” a junmai ginjo sake aged for 6 years in 湊川隧道. A premium product limited to 30 sets, crafted by internationally renowned ceramic artist 辻村史朗, will also be available.

Facts:
- 隧 ZUI SAKE 2020 子
- Limited to 30 sets
- Kept at about 15°C
- 3,000 bottles of sake every year
- Aged for about 5 years
- Meiji 34 (1901)

## エトロ unveils its 2026 holiday collection

- Published: 2026-11-04T21:00:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000202.000002728.html
- anchor: #n3736053
- Companies mentioned: エトロ、ETRO、アイモ・エ・ナディア

エトロ has unveiled its 2026 holiday collection. Inspired by chalets, it features a color palette centered on black and forest green, paisley motifs across clothing and accessories, as well as Christmas shawls and collaborative confectionery exclusive to Japan. The collection will be available at boutiques nationwide and on the official website.

Facts:
- 776,600 yen
- 805,200 yen
- 663,300 yen
- 552,200 yen
- 305,800 yen
- 940,500 yen
- 99,000 yen
- 155,000 yen
- 528,000 yen

## Bring “peace of mind through finding” to your PC case. Sales begin for an amadana sleeve and Find My card set

- Published: 2026-11-04T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000780.000047737.html
- anchor: #n3736055
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FUGU INNOVATIONS JAPAN、amadana、Apple、楽天市場、Show It、CORDURA®

株式会社FUGU INNOVATIONS JAPAN has begun selling a special set pairing the amadana brand PC sleeve case “SL30” with Apple’s “Find My” app-compatible card “Find My Card BK” at the 楽天市場 select shop “Show It”.

Facts:
- Slim card, approximately 2mm thick
- Within Bluetooth communication range (approximately 10m)
- CORDURA® Ballistic 1000D
- iOS 14.5 or later

## Kai, 4 products win awards at the “2026 Good Design Award”

- Published: 2026-11-04T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000790.000025105.html
- anchor: #n3736054
- Companies mentioned: 貝印株式会社、公益財団法人日本デザイン振興会

4 products from 貝印株式会社 won the “2026 Good Design Award,” and “なでそり™” was selected for both the “Good Design Gold Award” and “Good Design Best 100,” the first time the company has received these honors.

Facts:
- 4 products win awards
- Price including tax: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- More than 87% said it was a safe and easy-to-use razor
- 94.3% recommend “なでそり” as a safe and easy-to-use option for first-time razor users compared with conventional razors (T-shaped)
- Price including tax: 19,800 yen (tax included)
- Pack of 48 replacement blades
- Price including tax: 308 yen (tax included)
- Price including tax: 17,050 yen (tax included)

## [Shinjuku Isetan 6F Art & Frame] The girl in a manga whom everyone has admired at least once. Artist Nagao Marron, who continues to draw that “KAWAII,” presents the “KAWAII♥FOREVER” exhibition from Nov. 4–17. The artist will also make an appearance ★

- Published: 2026-11-04T20:58:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000210.000029095.html
- anchor: #n3735866
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アートプリントジャパン、全国生命保険労働組合連合会

An exhibition of works by artist Nagao Marron, “KAWAII♥FOREVER,” organized by 株式会社アートプリントジャパン, will open at Shinjuku Isetan 6F Art & Frame on Nov. 4. The announcement also includes event information, such as the artist’s appearance and a portrait commission session.

Facts:
- Framing price: 88,000 yen (tax included)
- Commission fee: 77,000 yen (tax included)
- 1名さま 55,000円
- 110,000 yen for 3 or more people

## 株式会社Rin uses its “自分と話すノート” app in corporate training in Toyohashi and Nagoya, using AI coaching to develop people who think for themselves

- Published: 2026-11-04T20:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000187733.html
- anchor: #n3735867
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Rin、東愛知新聞社、アルバイトタイムス

株式会社Rin ran a human resource development program using AI coaching and its “自分と話すノート” app during corporate training held in Toyohashi and Nagoya, receiving high ratings from participants.

Facts:
- 25 companies and 32 people participated
- Overall seminar satisfaction was 100%
- All 17 respondents rated it “4” or “5” on a 5-point scale

## Major fire incident alert (Changhua County)

- Published: 2026-11-04T19:50:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=NFA_Fire_20261104180331004&info=20043964
- anchor: #n3735954
- Companies mentioned: 內政部消防署

內政部消防署通報彰化縣線西鄉發生工廠及倉庫火災，提醒民眾避開警示區域。

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T18:50:45
- Expiration time: 2026-11-05T18:51:00

## Water outage (Kaohsiung City)

- Published: 2026-11-04T19:50:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041850&info=20043965
- anchor: #n3735955
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 is carrying out emergency repairs due to an equipment malfunction, resulting in a water outage in Yuemei and Yuehsi villages in Shanlin District, Kaohsiung City, and Dalin Village in Qishan District. The outage is scheduled from 18:47 to 21:00 on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T18:47:16
- End time: 2026-11-04T21:00:00

## 寶山第二水庫(放水至 石井溪)：自由溢流（新竹市,新竹縣）

- Published: 2026-11-04T19:08:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=WRA_ReservoirWarn_20261104180840_0000&info=20043963
- anchor: #n3735956
- Companies mentioned: 水利署

水利署 issued an updated notice that water is freely overflowing from Baoshan Second Reservoir into the Shijing River, affecting Baoshan and Emei townships in Hsinchu County and the East, North, and Xiangshan districts of Hsinchu City. Residents along the river are urged to take care and stay away from the riverbed.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T18:08:40
- Expiration time: 2026-11-04T21:09:00

## Water outage (Yunlin County)

- Published: 2026-11-04T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041800&info=20043961
- anchor: #n3735958
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 is replacing pipelines on Zhongzheng Road in Gangdong Village, Kouhu Township, Yunlin County, resulting in a water outage during construction.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T17:38:28
- Expiration time: 2026-11-05T18:00:00

## Water Outage (Changhua County)

- Published: 2026-11-04T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041800&info=20043962
- anchor: #n3735957
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司為提升田中地區用水品質及強化供水穩定度，辦理二水-114年度分區計量管網建置維護及漏水調查工程，導致彰化縣田中鎮部分區域於2026年11月4日17:55至11月5日05:00停水。

Facts:
- 二水-114年度
- 0210 subdistrict

## Water outage (Chiayi County)

- Published: 2026-11-04T18:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041730&info=20043960
- anchor: #n3735959
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 is carrying out emergency repairs to a broken pipe near the Zhuqi Township Wenfeng Community Development Association in Chiayi County, resulting in water outages in several villages in Zhuqi Township. The outage is scheduled from 17:25 to 23:00 on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T17:25:02
- Expiration time: 2026-11-04T23:00:00

## Taoyuan City - Dayuan District landline outage information: 中華電信

- Published: 2026-11-04T18:12:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=NCC_landlines_20261104171204&info=20043959
- anchor: #n3735960
- Companies mentioned: 中華電信、國家通訊傳播委員會、NCC

中華電信 reported a landline outage affecting 16 subscribers in Dayuan District, Taoyuan City, with an update issued by NCC.

Facts:
- 16 households

## Water outage (Taitung County)

- Published: 2026-11-04T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041700&info=20043957
- anchor: #n3735961
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司因台東系統管線汰換工程，於2026年11月5日8:00至16:00對臺東縣臺東市中華里實施停水。

Facts:
- 2026/11/05
- 08:00時
- 16:00時

## Water Outage (Hsinchu City)

- Published: 2026-11-04T17:50:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041650&info=20043956
- anchor: #n3735962
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert affecting several villages in Xiangshan District, Hsinchu City, due to emergency repairs at No. 2, Alley 16, Lane 33, Niupu East Road. The outage is scheduled from 16:48 to 21:00 on Nov. 4, 2026.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T16:48:42
- End time: 2026-11-04T21:00:00

## Water Outage (Tainan City)

- Published: 2026-11-04T17:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041620&info=20043950
- anchor: #n3735966
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

A water outage will occur during pipeline replacement work on City Routes 173 and 171, carried out in coordination with road improvements by the Madou District Office.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T16:06:45
- Expiry time: 2026-11-05T16:00:00

## Water Outage (Chiayi City)

- Published: 2026-11-04T17:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041620&info=20043951
- anchor: #n3735965
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

Because of pipeline replacement work on Section 2 of Daya Road, Minsheng North Road and other roads in Chiayi City, water outages will occur in parts of the jurisdiction. Users are asked to conserve water and store water in advance.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T16:11:21
- End time: 2026-11-05T17:00:00

## Water Outage (Taichung City)

- Published: 2026-11-04T17:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041620&info=20043953
- anchor: #n3735964
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

Parts of Daya District, Taichung City, will have a water outage due to emergency repairs to a leak at No. 20-3, Alley 65, Lane 140, Dalin Road, Daya.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-11-04T16:17:34
- Expiration time: 2026-11-04T21:30:00

## Water Outage (Tainan City)

- Published: 2026-11-04T17:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202611041620&info=20043952
- anchor: #n3735963
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

A water outage will occur during pipeline replacement work on City Routes 173 and 171, carried out in coordination with road improvements by the Madou District Office.

## Institutional trading activity on 2026-11-04: (net buys) 美時, 1,062 lots; 康霈*, 890 lots; 晟德, 592 lots; (net sells) 沛爾生醫*-創, 270 lots; 圓祥生技, 100 lots; 大江, 84 lots - Global Bio & Tech Monthly

- Published: 2026-11-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=91081&kind=20
- anchor: #n3736102
- Companies mentioned: 美時、康霈*、晟德、沛爾生醫*-創、圓祥生技、大江、高端疫苗、藥華藥、健喬、松瑞藥、泰合、全福生技、上亞科技、浩鼎

Institutional trading activity on Nov. 4, 2026: 美時, 康霈, and 晟德 were the top 3 net buys; 沛爾生醫*-創, 圓祥生技, and 大江 were the top 3 net sells.

## Biotech stocks on 2026-11-04: (gainers) 上亞科技, 9.84%; 東生華, 6.32%; 泰合, 5.49%; (decliners) 漢達, 9.72%; 馬光-KY, 9.21%; 光麗-KY, 7.62% - Global Bio & Tech Monthly

- Published: 2026-11-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=91082&kind=20
- anchor: #n3736101
- Companies mentioned: 上亞科技、東生華、泰合、順藥、諾貝兒、雲象科技-創、浩宇生醫、天良、台微醫、ABC-KY、漢達、馬光-KY、光麗-KY、心誠鎂、圓祥生技、漢康-KY創、康霈*

Biotech stocks on Nov. 4, 2026: 上亞科技 posted the biggest gain, up 9.84%, while 漢達 had the steepest decline, down 9.72%.

## 益安生醫's minimally invasive device for enlarged prostate receives Taiwan marketing approval, advancing commercialization in Taiwan and the U.S. - Global Bio & Investment Monthly

- Published: 2026-11-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=91080
- anchor: #n3736090
- Companies mentioned: 益安生醫、衛生福利部食品藥物管理署、美國食品藥物管理局、衛生福利部中央健康保險署、中國醫藥大學附設醫院、陽明交通大學附設醫院

益安生醫’s minimally invasive medical device Urocross for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia has received Taiwan TFDA marketing authorization. The company will also advance commercialization in Taiwan and the U.S., as well as plans for international licensing.

Facts:
- 益安生醫 (6499)
- March 2026
- October
- About half
- 60 years old
- Over 70 years old
- 70% to 80%
- 2025
- More than 800,000 people

## 偉翔生技’s mushroom-based polymer dressing receives another medical device authorization, advancing its international market push - Global Bio & Tech Monthly

- Published: 2026-11-04T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 環球生技月刊
- Original: https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=91079
- anchor: #n3736089
- Companies mentioned: 偉翔生技、Procode璞絡康、國科會、竹科宜蘭園區

偉翔生技’s mushroom-based polymer dressing product has received another medical device authorization, as the company continues to expand into international markets and diverse application areas.

Facts:
- MOHW Medical Device Manufacturing License No. 010754
- MOHW Medical Device Manufacturing License No. 010723
- 100% Ganoderma polymer
- Increased by about 33 times
- Annual colloid supply reaches 24 metric tons
- Annual liquid supply reaches 27,000 metric tons
- Reviewed by 國科會 in 2020
- Awarded the 22nd National Innovation Award in 2025 under the name Well Shine Biopolymer
- Further obtained GMP, QMS, and wound dressing medical device authorizations in 2026

## Does meeting in person really make a difference? Breaking down the psychology of canvassing in Taiwan elections [News Lab] | PTS News PNN

- Published: 2026-11-04T20:54:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/834274
- anchor: #n3735932
- Companies mentioned: 家樂福、時代力量、民眾黨、民進黨、國民黨

The article explores the psychology behind candidates canvassing in Taiwan elections, noting that face-to-face interactions, following garbage trucks, or canvassing at markets can leverage the “halo effect” to build familiarity and affinity with voters. Candidates’ strategies vary by experience: newcomers tend to stay longer to gain exposure, while veterans seek to maintain an existing image. Some candidates also insist on explaining their policy platforms after canvassing, but academics say the key factor influencing votes remains improving the public’s political literacy.

Facts:
- Handed out about 400 packets of tissues along the way
- A veteran employee with 15 years at a well-known retailer
- The constituency has a population of nearly 580,000
- American psychologist Edward Thorndike made the discovery in 1920.
- Hopes to shed the label through eight years of experience as a borough chief.
- The public image of elected representatives who have served at least four consecutive terms is basically already set.
- Preparing to seek a seventh consecutive term.

## More than 400 customers’ deposits stolen in transfers; SinoPac Bank chairman apologizes and confirms cyberattack ｜ 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-11-04T20:41:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/834329
- anchor: #n3735929
- Companies mentioned: 永豐銀行、公視新聞 PNN、台灣數位安全發展協會、金管會、北檢、幣安

A large-scale theft of deposits through unauthorized transfers occurred at 永豐銀行. Hackers exploited a security configuration flaw in a supplier’s new online banking transaction system to make unauthorized transfers from more than 400 customer accounts. A total of 418 abnormal transactions were recorded, involving more than NT$40 million. SinoPac Bank Chairman Tsao Wei-shih publicly apologized and confirmed that no personal data was leaked. The 金管會 and 北檢 have launched investigations and called on the financial industry to strengthen its defenses.

Facts:
- 移轉總金額合計4000多萬
- A total of 418 abnormal transactions were recorded.
- Each transfer was approximately 100,000.
- The incident broke on the 3rd.
- More than 400 users.

## Former 央視 host requests humanitarian protection after leaving plane; 移民署 says he is ineligible for assistance and will be deported to Thailand ｜ 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-11-04T20:33:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/834306
- anchor: #n3735930
- Companies mentioned: 央視、中共、移民署、陸委會、華人民主書院協會、公視新聞 PNN

Former 央視 host Cheng Wanjun left a plane at Taoyuan International Airport to seek humanitarian protection. The 移民署 determined that he was ineligible for assistance and that claims of persecution could not be verified, and decided to deport him to Thailand. Experts say Taiwan lacks a refugee law and that the legitimacy of its review process is insufficient.

Facts:
- A 6-year prison ordeal.
- In 2019, I commented on a doomed ruler at a regular unit meeting.
- The government provided 3 months of temporary accommodation.

## Democrats flip Texas Senate for the first time in nearly 40 years, win both chambers in midterm elections ｜ 公視新聞 PNN

- Published: 2026-11-04T20:29:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/834305
- anchor: #n3735931

The Democrats flipped the Texas Senate and the governor’s seat in the midterm elections, while also winning majorities in both chambers of Congress. Trump said he accepted the election defeat and would work with the Democrats.

Facts:
- Nearly 40 years
- Won at least 54 seats.
- 218 seats for a majority
- Swept up 252 seats.
- All 435 seats in the chamber.
- The fifth time since World War II.
- Flipped at least 4 states.