**Apple** and **Meta** are reportedly engaged in a fierce competition to release AR glasses first, with Apple's CEO prioritizing this product. Escalating **US-China tensions** are impacting the trade of rare earth minerals, potentially disrupting global supply chains heavily reliant on China. In response to climate change, **Kirin** is developing new heat-resistant wine grapes to sustain domestic wine production. Lastly, the **Japanese Financial Services Agency** is considering a "Children's NISA" to encourage youth investment, though significant legal and regulatory hurdles exist.