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Fujitsu to Manufacture Sovereign AI Servers in Japan for Enhanced Security

Fujitsu has announced plans to begin manufacturing sovereign AI servers in Japan, a move intended to bolster digital sovereignty and safeguard critical information. Production is set to commence in March 2026 at the Fujitsu Group's Kasashima Plant, marking a significant step towards ensuring the protection of essential infrastructure against geopolitically driven cyber threats and regulatory pressures. The company plans to […]

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Fujitsu to Launch Sovereign AI Server Manufacturing in Japan

Fujitsu announced plans to commence manufacturing Made in Japan sovereign AI servers, addressing digital sovereignty needs amid growing cyber threats and regulatory pressures. The production, set to initiate in March 2026 at the Fujitsu Group's Kasashima Plant, will incorporate high-performance processors and enhanced security features. The focus on sovereign AI servers is driven by the imperative to protect critical infrastructure […]

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Fujitsu to Manufacture Sovereign AI Servers in Japan for Enhanced Digital Sovereignty

Fujitsu Group has announced plans to start manufacturing sovereign AI servers in Japan, aiming to bolster digital sovereignty amid evolving global threats and regulatory requirements. The production is set to commence in March 2026 at the company's Kasashima Plant, located in Kawasaki, Japan. The initiative comes in response to geopolitical shifts and increasing cyber threats, placing a high priority on […]

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Mitsubishi Motors Debuts Versa Van in Philippine Market

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has launched the all-new Versa Van in the Philippines, expanding its commercial vehicle offerings through Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation, a subsidiary of the global automotive giant. The sales commenced on February 6, showcasing a strategic collaboration with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., which supplies the vehicle as an OEM model. The Versa Van, equipped with five rows of […]

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JCB Teams Up with Resorts World Sentosa to Attract Japanese Tourists

JCB International Co., Ltd. announced a new collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore. The partnership aims to enhance travel experiences for Japanese tourists by offering exclusive privileges to Japan-issued JCB cardmembers. RWS, located on Singapore's premier resort island, Sentosa, is a leading integrated lifestyle destination attracting millions of visitors annually. The collaboration is designed to create meaningful experiences […]

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JCB Partners with Resorts World Sentosa to Attract Japanese Tourists

JCB International Co., Ltd., the global operations wing of Japan's sole international payment brand, JCB Co., Ltd., has announced a collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore. The partnership aims to enhance the travel experience for Japanese tourists visiting Singapore. Located on Sentosa Island, Resorts World Sentosa is a premier destination in Singapore, attracting millions of visitors each year. The […]

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Bioxytran’s ProLectin-M Achieves Complete Viral Clearance in Phase 2 Trial

Bioxytran, Inc. has announced positive Phase 2 clinical results for its ProLectin-M drug, demonstrating complete viral clearance in 100% of patients with acute viral infections by the seventh day of treatment. The clinical study was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled dose-optimization trial, involving 38 participants who were administered ProLectin-M in varied doses over seven days. The results showed statistically significant reductions […]

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Toyota Debuts Three-Row Highlander BEV in North America

Toyota Motor Corporation unveiled its latest battery electric vehicle (BEV), a three-row SUV model of the Highlander, during a premiere event in Ojai, California, on February 10 PST. This launch marks a significant expansion of Toyota’s BEV lineup in North America. The new Highlander BEV represents a crucial step in Toyota’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality, complementing its diverse portfolio […]

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Honda and Aston Martin Reveal 2026 F1 Car with New Power Unit

Honda has partnered with Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to unveil the livery of the AMR26, the team’s new Formula One car for the 2026 season. The vehicle is powered by Honda’s RA626H power unit, marking a critical development as new regulations come into play, affecting both chassis and power unit designs for the first time. Adrian Newey, Managing […]

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Honda Announces Organizational Changes to Boost Global Competitiveness

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced plans to implement organizational changes aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of its motorcycle, automobile, and power products divisions. The changes, set to take effect on April 1, 2026, intend to align Honda's operations with the evolving global market and technology trends. In 2020, Honda initiated a separation of its research and development functions to […]

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KS Energy and Hitachi to Develop Extra-High Voltage Battery System in Kyushu

KS Energy Co., Ltd. and Hitachi, Ltd. have announced a collaboration to develop an Extra-High Voltage Grid Battery Energy Storage System in Kumamoto Prefecture, aiming to enhance power stability in the Kyushu region. This joint initiative is designed to support the area's transition towards carbon neutrality. The planned energy storage system is expected to have a rated output of 50,000 […]

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NEC to Showcase AI-Driven Innovations at MWC Barcelona 2026

NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) is set to exhibit its latest advancements at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026, the world's largest mobile-related exhibition. The event will take place from March 2 to 5 in Barcelona, Spain. With the theme 'Building an AI-Native Society,' NEC plans to highlight its efforts in harnessing hardware and software to advance communication technologies in […]

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Fukushima’s Lake Inawashiro Reaches Peak ‘Spray Ice’ Season Amid Conservation Efforts

Fukushima Prefecture has announced that Lake Inawashiro is in the peak season for its naturally occurring ‘spray ice,’ a rare phenomenon in Japan. This comes as a special time for the region, closely following the lake’s designation as a Ramsar Convention site in July 2025. The phenomenon, known locally as ‘shibuki-gori,’ occurs when strong winter winds cause the lake’s waters […]

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JCB Partners with Resorts World Sentosa to Enhance Japanese Tourist Experience

JCB International Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Japan’s JCB Co., Ltd., has announced a collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore to provide enhanced experiences for Japanese tourists visiting the resort. The partnership aims to curate meaningful experiences and exclusive privileges for Japan-issued JCB cardholders. This includes up to 20% savings on selected attractions and accommodation at RWS, as […]

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Anime Exhibition Features ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime’

Anime Tokyo Station is set to host a special exhibition dedicated to the anime series ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime’ from February 21 to May 24, 2026. The exhibition aims to attract both domestic and international fans of the series, which has amassed a significant following since its debut in 2018. The exhibition will offer visitors an […]

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