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Hitachi Joins Anthropic’s Project Glasswing to Boost Cybersecurity Jun. 9, 2026. - Hitachi, Ltd. has announced its participation in Project Glasswing, a cybersecurity initiative led by Anthropic PBC. This collaboration aims to enhance the protection of critical software as artificial intelligence continues to advance. Under the agreement, Hitachi will gain access to Anthropic's frontier AI model, Claude Mythos Preview, which will be utilized to bolster the cybersecurity of Hitachi's software and products, […]
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Classico Expands Pokemon Collection to Asian Medical Apparel Market Jun. 8, 2026. - Japanese medical apparel brand Classico, Inc. has expanded its #ClassicoPokemonCollection to several Asian countries. Initially launched in Japan, the collection is now available to healthcare professionals in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan region, and Thailand as of June 4. The move follows the collection's success in Japan and increased demand from international consumers. The collection includes four […]
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ONERHT Foundation Raises Over S$280,000 at Charity Event Jun. 5, 2026. - ONERHT Foundation Ltd, the corporate social responsibility arm of RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies, celebrated its 11th anniversary with a successful Charity Golf & Gala Dinner at Sentosa Golf Club on May 28, 2026. The event raised more than S$280,000 to benefit four local charities. Graced by Guest of Honour Mr. Masagos Zulkifli, Minister for Social […]
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