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Toyota Joins Daimler and Volvo in Fuel Cell Venture for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Daimler Truck AG, the Volvo Group, and Toyota Motor Corporation have signed a non-binding agreement to collaborate in the fuel cell system joint venture, cellcentric. The partnership aims to develop, produce, and commercialize fuel cell systems for heavy-duty vehicles and similar applications. The agreement positions Toyota as an equal partner in cellcentric, joining Daimler Truck and Volvo. The collaboration intends […]

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Honda’s PathAhead Develops Sustainable Road Material from Desert Sand

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced the creation of PathAhead Co., Ltd., a startup born from Honda's IGNITION program, which aims to address infrastructure challenges through innovation. PathAhead has developed 'Rising Sand,' the world's first artificial aggregate made from desert sand, marking a significant step towards sustainable construction materials. Rising Sand is set to undergo mass-production technology development and demonstration […]

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Fujitsu and Osaka University Collaborate on Digital Transformation in Sports

Fujitsu Limited has entered into a comprehensive collaboration with Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences (OUHS) to drive digital transformation in the sports performance field. The partnership aims to create social value and develop human resources by leveraging advanced technology, including skeleton recognition AI. The collaboration will focus on fostering top athletes across various sports, such as gymnastics, and […]

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Hitachi Digital Services Boosts Manufacturing with New MOM Platform

Hitachi Digital Services has announced the enhancement of its operational technology (OT) and informational technology (IT) integration through a new Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) platform. This advancement is set to transform Hitachi's discrete manufacturing sites into smart factories, emphasizing resilience and sustainability. The MOM platform will expand Hitachi's HMAX Industry solutions, forming a robust base for AI-driven industrial modernization. Built […]

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NTT DOCOMO and SK Telecom Collaborate on White Paper for AI-Driven RAN Evolution

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 […]

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JCB Expands Contactless Payment Options in Taiwan Through Google Pay

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 […]

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NEC Deploys Next-Gen Firewalls for Ooredoo Algeria to Enhance Network Security

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 […]

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InterContinental Tokyo Bay Unveils Renovated Club Lounge with Bay Views

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 […]

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Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Hitachi to Develop Floating Data Centers

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 […]

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Resona, BrainPad, and Fujitsu Partner to Enhance Financial Operations with AI

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 […]

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Murakami Farm Reports Surge in Sales of Broccoli Super Sprouts in Taiwan

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 […]

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Kyoto University Launch Combustion Dynamics Lab

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 […]

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Fujitsu Unveils AI-Powered Service to Modernize Legacy Systems

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 […]

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Eisai and MSD Submit Application for New Cancer Treatment in Japan

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, […]

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Eisai and Nuvation Bio’s Taletrectinib MAA Validated by European Medicines Agency

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 […]

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