JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's sole international payment brand, has announced the expansion of its contactless payment service in Taiwan. Starting March 31, 2026, JCB-branded credit cards issued by Union Bank of Taiwan and Bank SinoPac will support JCB Contactless payments via Google Pay. This marks the first instance outside Japan where JCB cards will be compatible with Google Pay, a […]

NTT DOCOMO, INC. and SK Telecom have jointly released a white paper detailing the key enabling features for the evolution of virtualized Radio Access Networks (vRAN) and the path towards AI-integrated RAN (AI-RAN). This collaboration marks the latest outcome of their ongoing technical cooperation aimed at advancing mobile network technologies. The white paper explores the prospects for enhancing vRAN and […]

NEC Corporation has announced the deployment of high-performance next-generation firewalls for Ooredoo Algeria, a major mobile operator in the country. The initiative aims to enhance enterprise network security while boosting operational efficiency, scalability, and energy-conscious performance. The modernization project strengthens Ooredoo Algeria's internal network environment and supports the company's long-term business growth by facilitating more agile and sustainable operations. Ooredoo […]

InterContinental Tokyo Bay is set to reopen its newly renovated Club InterContinental Lounge on April 1, 2026, marking a significant upgrade to its luxury offerings. The lounge, situated on the 20th floor, boasts panoramic views of Tokyo Bay and incorporates a design inspired by light and the ocean, featuring a refined palette of white, black, and blue. The renovation extends […]

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL), Hitachi, Ltd., and Hitachi Systems, Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop, operate, and commercialize floating data centers (FDCs) converted from second-hand vessels. The initiative aims to commence operations in 2027 or later, focusing on Japan, Malaysia, and the United States. The collaboration targets the growing demand for data centers driven by […]

Resona Holdings, Inc., BrainPad Inc., and Fujitsu Limited have signed a basic agreement to collaborate on advancing financial operations through data and artificial intelligence (AI). The partnership aims to develop next-generation data utilization models, with an eye on expansion into regional areas and diverse industries. As uncertainties in corporate management rise due to business flow fluctuations, natural disasters, and supply […]

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Kyoto University are set to open the MHI Innovative Combustion Dynamics Laboratory on April 1, aiming to develop gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) power plants with over 70% efficiency and carbon-neutral combustion technology. This collaboration seeks to address the growing global demand for electricity, driven by the expansion of data centers and the rise […]

Murakami Farm Co., Ltd. has announced that its sales of Broccoli Super Sprouts in Taiwan, produced under a licensing agreement with Taiwanese company Greenvines, doubled in fiscal year 2025 compared to the previous year. This marks a significant milestone for Murakami Farm's first overseas licensing venture. With a leading market share in Japan's sprout industry, Murakami Farm initially entered a […]

Fujitsu has announced the launch of its new service, Fujitsu Application Transform powered by Fujitsu Kozuchi, which utilizes generative AI to analyze source code and automatically generate design documents. This service aims to significantly reduce work time by approximately 97% and will be available as a Software as a Service (SaaS) in Japan starting March 30, 2026. The new offering […]

Eisai Co., Ltd. and MSD K.K., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., have submitted an application in Japan for an additional dosage and administration of LENVIMA (lenvatinib) in combination with WELIREG (belzutifan) for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC) that has progressed after chemotherapy. The application is based on the Phase 3 LITESPARK-011 trial results, […]

Eisai Co., Ltd. and Nuvation Bio Inc. have announced the validation of their Marketing Authorisation Application (MAA) for taletrectinib by the European Medicines Agency (EMA). This application is for the treatment of advanced ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and will follow a standard review timeline. Taletrectinib, marketed as IBTROZI in the U.S. and Japan, is a selective, next-generation oral […]

Hitachi, Ltd. and MUFG Bank, Ltd. have announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand their NextGen business co-creation model, aimed at accelerating the transition to decarbonized mobility. This collaboration builds on their previous efforts initiated in May 2024 and further developed in May 2025. The NextGen model combines Hitachi's technology and operational expertise with MUFG's financial capabilities. Initially […]

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has completed the delivery of the first L00 Series trainsets to Seibu Railway Co., Ltd., marking the commencement of commercial operations on the Yamaguchi Line, an automated guideway transit (AGT) system. The delivery includes three trainsets, each consisting of four cars, totaling 12 cars. The first train began operations on March 27, coinciding with a […]

Fujitsu has announced the development of a groundbreaking high-sensitivity, high-resolution infrared sensor designed to enhance monitoring capabilities in defense and disaster prevention. This Type-II superlattice (T2SL) infrared sensor, featuring over 1 million pixels, is capable of detecting both mid-wavelength infrared (MWIR) and long-wavelength infrared (LWIR) light, with the ability to capture minute thermal differences of 0.05°C or less. The sensor's […]

Japan International Broadcasting Inc. (JIB) has partnered with ODK Media, operator of Amasian TV, to introduce Channel Oishii, a new Japanese food and lifestyle channel. Announced on March 27, Channel Oishii is the first of its kind on the ad-supported free streaming TV platform, offering a 24/7 lineup that includes dramas, films, documentaries, and anime. The channel aims to engage […]