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NEC Develops 5G Base Station Radio Unit Boasting Enhanced Capability, Compact Design, and Energy Efficiency Jan. 27, 2026. - NEC Corporation recently unveiled its latest development, a new Radio Unit (RU) for 5G Sub-6GHz band base stations. This innovative device leverages Massive MIMO technology and is slated to succeed NEC’s current integrated antenna RU. The company plans to release the new unit in the first half of fiscal year 2026, following a round of performance evaluations and verification tests. […]
Fujitsu and Mizuho Bank Develop New Order and Payment Processing Service for SMEs Jan. 27, 2026. - Fujitsu Limited and Mizuho Bank have joined hands to develop a new order and payment processing service aimed at facilitating the sustainable growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The collaboration stems from the shared objective of co-creating next-generation data-driven services. Through this initiative, both companies aspire to create corporate services that leverage data to support value creation and sustainable […]
GlobalLogic and Elektrobit Partner to Speed Up Development of Software-Defined Vehicles Jan. 26, 2026. - Software engineering leader GlobalLogic Inc., a subsidiary of the Hitachi Group, has announced a significant expansion of its strategic alliance with automotive software firm Elektrobit. The strengthened partnership aims to drive the growth and market adoption of next-generation software-defined vehicle (SDV) platforms. The partnership between GlobalLogic and Elektrobit, which spans over 15 years, has supported a range of Elektrobit’s leading […]
Universal Studios Tops Navitime 2025 Japan Tourist Spot Search Ranking Jan. 26, 2026. - Navitime Japan Co., Ltd. has released its Navitime Spot Search Ranking 2025, which identifies the most frequently searched travel destinations within Japan. The study is based on data from navigation service spot searches by both Japanese and international travelers. The results reveal Universal Studios Japan (USJ) as the leading tourist spot, followed by Nara Park and the Fushimi Inari Shrine. […]
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