The 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala served as a global debut for China's burgeoning robotics industry, spotlighting companies like Unitree Robotics, Magic Atom Robotics, Galbot, and Songyan Dynamics. These firms, part of Shoucheng Holdings Limited's (0697.HK) portfolio, showcased advancements in engineering and embodied intelligence, signaling a shift towards large-scale commercialization. Described as the 'Chinese Embodied Intelligence Parade,' the event highlighted […]
Spritzer Berhad, Malaysia's leading natural mineral water brand, recently organized a day of nature-based activities for residents and volunteers from the Penang Cheshire Home at the Spritzer EcoPark. The event is part of the company's ongoing efforts to promote inclusivity and community engagement in Malaysia. The EcoPark, known for its wheelchair-friendly facilities, provided a welcoming and accessible environment for the […]
Hitachi Rail has announced a C$30 million investment in a new Canadian headquarters in Toronto, Ontario. The facility will serve as the Global Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) Competence Centre, providing engineering and technical expertise worldwide. The new headquarters will occupy 125,000 square feet across 5.5 floors in Consilium Place, located in Toronto's Scarborough district. It is set to officially open […]
Sumitomo Fudosan Villa Fontaine Co., Ltd. is launching an all-inclusive luxury stay at its Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport hotel, located directly at Haneda Airport Terminal 3. The unique offering invites travelers to experience a seamless blend of traditional Japanese culture and modern amenities, beginning in April 2026. The package, marketed as “Wonderful Japan,” aims to simplify travel by incorporating […]
Toyota Motor Corporation announced the upcoming launch of its new RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) in Japan, set for March 9, 2026. The new model aims to cater to diverse customer lifestyles while maintaining the SUV's robust design. The latest RAV4 PHEV builds on the success of the hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) model released in December 2025. It enhances […]
Japan Community Healthcare Organization Osaka Hospital (JCHO Osaka Hospital) has announced a collaboration with Fujitsu Japan Limited and Fortience Consulting Inc. to introduce a generative AI system across its medical operations. The project, which was formalized on February 13, 2026, aims to reform work styles and ensure sustainable hospital management with support from Microsoft Japan Co., Ltd. The initiative will […]
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems, Ltd. (MHI-MS) has entered into a joint research agreement with Tokyo's Metropolitan Expressway Co., Ltd. to conduct a demonstration experiment of ramp merging support technology for autonomous vehicles. The initiative aims to address the challenges posed by Tokyo's high-traffic expressways, focusing on infrastructure support for autonomous driving. The research project, set to take place from […]
Fujitsu has been named to FORTUNE Magazine's 2026 list of 'World's Most Admired Companies,' marking its eighth consecutive year on the prestigious list. The recognition highlights Fujitsu's performance in the IT Services industry, where it excelled in categories such as Social Responsibility, Quality of Products/Services, Innovation, Financial Soundness, and Global Competitiveness. This year, 685 companies from 29 countries were nominated, […]
Hitachi Energy has been recognized as a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Utilities Asset Performance Management (APM) 2025–2026 Vendor Assessment. The evaluation, released in November 2025, assessed 12 APM providers based on their capabilities and strategies in the power and utilities industry. As utilities face challenges such as aging infrastructure, clean-energy integration, and grid modernization, APM solutions have emerged […]
Bioxytran, Inc., a biotechnology firm specializing in galectin-targeting carbohydrate technologies, has signed a commercial distribution agreement with Khoury Medical LTD for the distribution of its dietary supplement, A-SUQAR. The agreement allows Khoury Medical to commercialize A-SUQAR, a chewable supplement aimed at supporting healthy post-meal blood sugar levels, in permitted markets. Bioxytran's CEO, David Platt, emphasized the significance of this milestone […]
Fujitsu Limited has unveiled its AI-Driven Software Development Platform, aiming to revolutionize software development by automating processes from requirements definition to integration testing. The platform utilizes the Takane large language model and agentic AI technology, designed to handle complex, large-scale systems for enterprises and public organizations. The platform's capabilities were demonstrated in a proof of concept, where it reduced development […]
Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team achieved a historic 1-2-3-4 finish in the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship's Rally Sweden, marking the second consecutive round where the team locked out the podium. Elfyn Evans led the charge, claiming victory and securing his third career win in Sweden. The Welsh driver, alongside co-driver Scott Martin, maintained a strong performance throughout the […]
Eisai Co., Ltd. has announced that its novel selective orexin 2 receptor agonist, E2086, has received orphan drug designation from Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) for the treatment of narcolepsy. This designation aims to support the development of drugs for diseases with small patient populations and high unmet medical needs. Narcolepsy, a chronic sleep disorder characterized by […]
Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) announced plans to establish the Faculty of Global Innovation and Development in April 2028, a program designed to merge the humanities and sciences with an international focus. The faculty will be situated at the Minami-Osawa Campus in Tokyo and aims to admit approximately 75 students, with a mix of domestic and international enrollees. This new faculty […]
JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations arm of JCB Co., Ltd., announced its sponsorship of the NHK Symphony Orchestra Singapore Concert 2026, marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Singapore. The concert is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at the Esplanade Concert Hall in Singapore. This event will feature the NHK Symphony Orchestra, one of Japan's […]
