NTT DOCOMO, INC. and Samsung Electronics have announced the successful validation of AI-based radio access network (AI-RAN) optimization technology at the user level, marking a significant advancement in network autonomy. This development is poised to enable networks to autonomously recognize user contexts and service requirements, delivering optimal communication environments. The validation represents a critical step toward predictive network operations, as […]

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has announced that Team Mitsubishi Ralliart will compete in the 2026 Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) in Thailand from August 9 to 15, aiming to secure a second consecutive victory. The team will field three Triton pickup trucks, following a successful final shakedown on an off-road course in Chachoengsao, Thailand, on August 4. Team Director Hiroshi Masuoka […]

NEC Corporation and UrbanChain are set to launch a demonstration in September 2026 to evaluate a next-generation surface parking lot service aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of parking facilities. The initiative will integrate UrbanChain's parking management system, featuring automated payment functionality, with NEC's AI-powered image recognition technology to detect when occupants exit a vehicle. This collaboration seeks to enhance […]

DENSO Corporation and TÜV Rheinland Japan Ltd. have collaborated to create a technical white paper focused on the Battery Passport initiative, which is set to become mandatory in the European Union by February 2027 under the EU Battery Regulation. This initiative targets battery products used in automotive and industrial applications. The implementation of Battery Passports involves numerous practical challenges that […]

Mitsubishi Corporation and MEDIPAL HOLDINGS CORPORATION have announced a strategic alliance to enhance collaboration in healthcare, food, and consumer products. This alliance builds on a partnership that has been delivering value in Japan's healthcare sector for over two decades. The alliance involves a transition to a 50:50 voting arrangement in the ownership structure of MC Healthcare Holdings, Inc., allowing for […]

NEC Corporation announced an agreement to transfer its overseas network equipment resale and IT services businesses to a consortium led by Assist Group S.r.l. The transfer is expected to be completed during fiscal year 2026, pending customary closing conditions. The businesses involved in the transfer include systems for telecommunications operators and enterprises using network equipment from partner companies, as well […]

GAZOO Racing, a division of Toyota, has introduced a partially upgraded version of the GR86, with customer orders beginning on August 28 at Toyota dealerships across Japan. The updated GR86 brings back the limited-time exterior color 'Solid Gray' and features an enhanced RZ trim level interior. The upgrades include fine-tuned throttle control, electric power steering, and improved shift operability, enhancing […]

Sharp Corporation has announced the introduction of the AQUOS wish6, a basic smartphone designed to offer a blend of durability and user-friendly features. The new model will be available in Japan and Taiwan starting mid-September 2026, with sales commencing in phases. The AQUOS wish6 is equipped with a 6.6-inch display that boasts a maximum brightness of approximately 1,000 nits, doubling […]

ROHM Co., Ltd. announced the development of a second-generation terahertz wave oscillation device using resonant tunneling diodes (RTDs). This new device, offered through the RTD-EVK-G2 Terahertz Wave Device Evaluation Kit, seeks to facilitate access to terahertz wave evaluation for companies and research institutions. The evaluation kit, containing a sample device, cable, and evaluation board, allows for exploration of terahertz wave […]

NAVITIME JAPAN Co., Ltd. has announced a new collaboration with Taiwan's Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC), aimed at bolstering the travel experience for international visitors. The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on July 23, 2026, focuses on integrating the Taiwan Tourism Promotion Project with NAVITIME's digital navigation solutions. The initiative, enriching the existing […]

Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. announced its participation as a High Impact Partner in the inaugural Global Summit for Eye Health, set to take place on November 2, 2026, in Antigua & Barbuda. The summit, organized by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), aims to address the global challenge of […]

JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's sole international payment brand, has announced a significant reduction in its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, achieving an 82.4% decrease by fiscal year 2025 compared to fiscal year 2013 levels. This accomplishment surpasses the company's target of reducing emissions by more than 80% by the end of FY2025. The reduction was primarily driven by JCB's strategic shift […]

Hitachi High-Tech Corporation and FUST Lab Co., Ltd. have successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of a new technology for decomposing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in a project supported by Japan's Ministry of the Environment. The project, part of the FY2024 Supplementary Budget Demonstration Project, aimed to reduce concentrations of PFOS and PFOA, two common PFAS compounds, using ultrasonic decomposition devices […]

Hitachi Ltd., Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. (MOL), and Japan Airlines Co. Ltd. (JAL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to initiate Japan's first pilot test of Direct Ocean Capture (DOC) technology on Kume Island, Okinawa Prefecture. The initiative aims to separate and capture CO2 dissolved in seawater, marking a significant step in the country's efforts to address emissions in hard-to-abate […]

Sharp Corporation is set to exhibit its latest solar cell technologies at the 40th Annual Small Satellite Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, from August 23 to 26, 2026. The event is a significant gathering for experts from global space agencies, companies, and research institutions involved in the small satellite sector. At the Japan Booth, organized by Japan Space Systems, […]