Fujitsu and Science Tokyo Launch Quantum and HPC Research Cluster May. 15, 2026. - Fujitsu Limited and the Institute of Science Tokyo have announced the establishment of the Fujitsu Quantum and HPC Infrastructure Collaborative Research Cluster. This initiative aims to advance human resources development in quantum hardware technology within Japan. The collaborative research cluster is part of Fujitsu's Small Research Lab program and utilizes the Science Tokyo Collaborative Research Cluster System. It is supported […]
NEC Completes East Micronesia Cable System, Enhancing Pacific Connectivity May. 15, 2026. - NEC Corporation has finalized the construction of the East Micronesia Cable System (EMCS), a submarine cable network connecting three Pacific island nations. This new infrastructure aims to significantly improve internet connectivity and support economic and social development in the region. The EMCS, spanning approximately 2,250 kilometers, links the Federated States of Micronesia, Kiribati, and Nauru. The cable connects Tarawa Island […]
Fujitsu and IBM Japan Collaborate on Healthcare Cloud Platform May. 15, 2026. - Fujitsu Limited and IBM Japan, Ltd. have formalized a collaboration to enhance healthcare data integration and utilization in Japan, the companies announced. This partnership aims to develop a sovereign cloud platform for medical use, building on initial considerations announced in September 2025. The collaboration will focus on integrating electronic health record solutions on Fujitsu's sovereign cloud platform, which will enable […]
Toyota Expands Land Cruiser Lineup with New FJ Series May. 15, 2026. - Toyota Motor Corporation has announced the launch of the FJ series, a new addition to its Land Cruiser lineup in Japan, with sales starting on May 14. The FJ series joins the existing 300, 70, and 250 Land Cruiser series, aiming to offer a vehicle that combines the brand's traditional reliability and off-road performance with a more compact, user-friendly design. […]
Mitsubishi Motors and FPT Japan Holdings Sign MoU for Software Collaboration May. 15, 2026. - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with FPT Japan Holdings Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Vietnam's FPT Corporation, to explore collaboration in software and digital technologies. This collaboration aims to respond to technological transformations in the automotive industry, driven by innovations such as CASE, AI, and Software-Defined Vehicles. The agreement sets the stage for discussions on […]
NEC to Develop Asia’s First Orbital Transfer Vehicle with JAXA Support May. 15, 2026. - NEC Corporation has announced the launch of a project to develop an Orbital Transfer Vehicle (OTV) following its selection by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) for a grant under the theme “Technologies for Realizing Flexible Mobility in Space.” This initiative aims to establish the first implementation of an OTV in Asia. An OTV is a spacecraft designed to transport […]
JCB and Discover Network Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership May. 15, 2026. - JCB and Discover Network are commemorating two decades of collaboration, reflecting on their efforts to enhance reciprocal card acceptance and streamline payment experiences. Since 2006, the two companies have maintained arrangements allowing Discover cardholders to use their cards across JCB's network in Japan, while JCB cardholders can do the same across Discover's network in the United States. As the payments […]
Akanetsu Launches Tokyo’s First Green Hydrogen Facility for Urban Energy Supply May. 13, 2026. - Akasaka Heating & Cooling Supply Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of TBS Group, has commenced full-scale operations of its hydrogen heat source facility in Tokyo's Akasaka 5-chome district. This marks the first instance of a private heat supply operator in Tokyo utilizing green hydrogen for commercial purposes, integrating it into power generation and heat supply systems. The facility, which began operations […]
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