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KAWASAKI, Japan, Oct 15, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the development of an application that leverages AI technology to enhance mobile network communication quality, while achieving energy savings and optimizing network operations. This development is part of the Research and Development Project of the Enhanced Infrastructures for Post-5G Information and Communication Systems (hereafter NEDO-led project) (1) conducted by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). Fujitsu, which has a successful track record of introducing radio unit (RU) products to the global market, will incorporate this technology into its O-RAN (2) compliant Service Management and Orchestration (SMO) (3) system, FUJITSU Network Virtuora Service Management and Orchestration. Fujitsu will implement a gradual global rollout of the technology to mobile network operators starting in November 2024 by leveraging the footprint it has already cultivated in RU.This application comprises three key technologies:An AI-powered technology that can estimate smartphone users’ quality of experience (QoE) on their networks in real time.A technology that detects early signs of increased communication traffic and proactively prevents network quality degradation.A technology that detects network quality degradation and redefines the area covered by peripheral base stations to maintain optimal quality.Fujitsu verified the effectiveness of these technologies in August 2024 using real commercial data from mobile network operators (4) under conditions closely resembling actual operating environments.This application will ensure a seamless and reliable connection for mobile network users, not only during normal operations but also during emergencies and periods of increased network traffic, ultimately enhancing user convenience, satisfaction, and safety in critical situations. For mobile network operators, the application will reduce operational costs and save power through optimized operations.BackgroundAs digital transformation (DX) accelerates globally, the adoption of 5G mobile networks is rapidly expanding as a key infrastructure component. Mobile network operators are expected to further enhance their capabilities, including ultra-low latency and simultaneous connectivity, while ensuring network quality at user and application levels. Furthermore, the RAN (Radio Access Network) domain is undergoing open and virtualized transformation based on the O-RAN concept, leading to anticipated reductions in total cost of ownership (TCO).The three technologies in this application operate on the RIC (5) deployed within the O-RAN compliant SMO, contributing to the intelligent automation and self-sufficiency of RAN.Development achievements1. Real-time QoE estimation and quality assurance using AIThis technology estimates QoE in real-time and automatically switches users to other base station network areas when QoE degradation is detected. It is a world-first, enabling the creation of AI models that can easily estimate QoE for individual applications by selecting feature values from statistical data (KPIs) calculated from high-speed packet analysis for 100 Gbps RAN traffic. This approach allows for flexible adaptation to various applications.By accurately understanding the QoE of each user and assigning the necessary resources, this technology ensures user convenience and satisfaction while simultaneously suppressing excessive resource allocation. This results in a 19% increase in the number of users that can be accommodated per base station (6).Figure 1: QoE estimation based on packet analysis2. Proactive base station activation/deactivation for quality maintenance and energy savingsFujitsu has developed a technology that utilizes AI to anticipate increased communication traffic and proactively activate previously dormant base stations to prevent degradation in user communication quality.Previously, energy savings were achieved by monitoring traffic in each area in real-time and putting unnecessary base stations into sleep mode. This world first technology goes a step further by detecting unusual increases in pedestrian traffic, such as those associated with local events, and predicting subsequent traffic increases at the grid level (7). This predictive technology has been proven to successfully activate base stations in advance without impacting user quality 99.8% of the time during the verification period.This enables pinpoint activation and deactivation of base stations based on traffic conditions, achieving a balance between maintaining QoE and saving energy when combined with the energy-saving application announced by Fujitsu in December 2023 (8).3. Detection of service quality degradation and area redesign for service quality maintenanceTraditional anomaly detection technologies for single cells (9) struggled to differentiate between simple load reductions and actual anomalies. Fujitsu's new technology addresses this by comparing traffic trends across surrounding cells using AI, achieving a fault detection accuracy rate of over 92%. This technology supports both supervised learning with limited fault data as well as unsupervised learning. By understanding the service impact including cell overlap, it is possible to make a judgement on which areas should be recovered first.When this anomaly detection technology identifies areas undergoing significant service impact, it utilizes a radio propagation prediction model that considers path loss (10) in the real field, in addition to the direction and load conditions of surrounding cells, to calculate the optimal tilt angle for surrounding cells. This minimizes the impact on service quality caused by faulty cells. As a result, recovery time from anomalies such as equipment failure, which previously took 24 hours, has been reduced to less than one hour, minimizing the impact on users.Figure 2: Service quality degradation detection and recoveryFuture PlansFujitsu will continue to contribute to the realization of a safer, more secure, and sustainable society by providing O-RAN products using AI-centric technologies for networks that support applications and services across industries.[1] NEDO-led project :Project name: Research and Development Project of the Enhanced Infrastructures for Post-5G Information and Communication Systems (JPNP20017) (Commissioned)Period: FY2021 - 2024Overview: Research and Development Project of the Enhanced Infrastructures for Post-5G Information and Communication Systems[2] O-RAN :O-RAN refers to a Radio Access Network (RAN) built based on open interface specifications developed by the O-RAN ALLIANCE.[3] Service Management and Orchestration (SMO) :In the O-RAN architecture, Service Management and Orchestration (SMO) defines a system that manages the operation, maintenance, and optimization of RAN, as well as its lifecycle.[4] Commercial data from mobile network operators :This refers to data collected by mobile network operators during their actual operations. This data is used in AI development for this research and development project.[5] RIC :Abbreviation for RAN Intelligent Controller, a controller that autonomously executes and controls RAN parameter settings and operational optimization.[6] A 19% increase in the number of users that can be accommodated per base station :This figure was calculated based on a comparison of cell-based performance measurements and QoE-based performance measurements in Fujitsu's lab environment.[7] Grid :A grid refers to a section on a map based on latitude and longitude.[8] The energy-saving application announced by Fujitsu in December 2023 :This refers to an energy-saving application that applies Fujitsu's AI technology to estimate communication traffic based on the distribution of user location information in the mobile network.Press Release: “Fujitsu leverages AI technology to realize energy saving in network operations”[9] Cell :A cell is the smallest unit of a communication area formed by the radio waves of a base station.[10] Path loss :Path loss refers to the attenuation of radio waves as they pass through the air or are blocked by obstacles.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 15, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The NEC C&C Foundation today announced that the 2024 C&C Prize will be awarded to two groups for their contributions to the development and implementation of large-capacity, wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) optical submarine cable systems, and to pioneering research of the Transformer deep learning model serving as the foundation of generative AI, which is used in various fields such as global internet, web applications, data science, and artificial intelligence, that support modern society. Dr. Shigeyuki Akiba, Dr. Masatoshi Suzuki and Dr. Itsuro Morita will represent Group A and Transformer team will represent Group B. Each recipient will be recognized with a certificate of merit and a plaque. Each group will also receive a cash award of ten million yen.The C&C Prize was established in 1985 and is awarded to distinguished persons in recognition of outstanding contributions to R&D activities and pioneering work related to the integration of computers and communications technologies and the social impact of developments in these fields. This year’s two recipient groups are outlined below.The prize ceremony and acceptance speeches will be held on Wednesday, November 27 from 15:00 at the ANA InterContinental Tokyo and will be streamed live to those who apply at the Foundation’s website.2024 C&C Prize RecipientsGroup ADr. Shigeyuki AkibaFormerly KDDI R&D Laboratories Inc., President and Chief Executive OfficerDr. Masatoshi SuzukiChitose Institute of Science and Technology, Vice-President, ProfessorWaseda University Graduate School, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Visiting ProfessorDr. Itsuro MoritaWaseda University, Faculty of Science and Engineering, ProfessorCitationFor contributions to the development and implementation of large-capacity, wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) optical submarine cable systemsAchievementInternational communications began in the latter half of the 19th century with the laying of a submarine cable providing one telegraph line. This was followed by the appearance of coaxial cables that expanded circuit capacity and that could also be used for making telephone calls. In the 1970s and 1980s, however, satellite communications having even larger circuit capacity became mainstream. Nevertheless, on entering the 1980s, optical fiber and semiconductor lasers came into practical use, and by exploiting the low-loss and broadband properties of optical fiber, large-capacity transmission became possible while decreasing the number of submarine repeaters and decreasing the cost of communications, all of which drove the adoption of optical submarine cables. As for transpacific cables, operation of the 3rd transpacific cable (TPC-3) using optical fiber (capacity per fiber: 280 Mbps) began operation in 1989, TPC-4 (capacity per fiber: 560 Mbps) began operation in 1992, and TPC-5 (capacity per fiber: 5 Gbps), which significantly increased transmission capacity with the introduction of an optical-amplifier-repeater transmission system, began operation in 1995. However, due to a phenomenon whereby the velocity of light waves propagating through optical fiber differs according to wavelength (called wavelength dispersion) and due to the nonlinearity of optical fiber, WDM signal waveforms become distorted, which greatly hindered the implementation of large-capacity optical submarine cable systems spanning a distance of 10,000 km. Against this background, it was KDDI engineers including Dr. Shigeyuki Akiba, Dr. Masatoshi Suzuki, and Dr. Itsuro Morita that were instrumental in increasing the capacity of optical submarine cable systems and upgrading WDM-based optical submarine cable systems in particular, thereby supporting the rapidly expanding demand for Internet communications.The technologies developed by Dr. Akiba, Dr. Suzuki, and Dr. Morita became essential to WDM optical submarine cables and came to be applied to many optical submarine cables from 1999 to 2016 covering a total system length of 206,000 km. These included transpacific (PC-1: 1999, Japan-US: 2001), transatlantic (TAT-14: 2001), and Asia-region (C2C: 2001, EAC: 2002) optical submarine cables as well as 1-Tbps-class transpacific optical submarine cables (TGN-Pacific: 2003, UNITY: 2010). These technologies made a major contribution to the deployment of a global broadband infrastructure supporting communication traffic that increased rapidly due to the spread of the Internet and expanded use of smartphones.Dr. Akiba, Dr. Suzuki, and Dr. Morita pioneered the research and development of technology for expanding the capacity of long-haul optical submarine cables particularly through optical-nonlinearity control. They played a major role in applying this technology to transpacific/transatlantic large-capacity optical submarine cables, which constitute major arteries handling approximately 99% of all international communications. These achievements have had huge ripple effects in academia and industry. They are remarkable on a global basis and have made great social contributions in the C&C (Computers and Communication) field. For these outstanding achievements, it is more than fitting that Dr. Akiba, Dr. Suzuki, and Dr. Morita receive the C&C Prize.Group BTransformer TeamMember：Eight authors of the paper "Attention Is All You Need"Ashish Vaswani - CEO, Essential AINoam Shazeer - VP, Gemini Technical Co-Lead, Google DeepmindNiki Parmar - Research scientist, essential AI, GoogleJakob Uszkoreit- InceptiveLlion Owen Jones - CTO, Sakana AIAidan Gomez - CEO, CohereLukasz Kaiser - Member of Technical Staff, OpenAIIllia Polosukhin - NEAR ProtocolCitationFor pioneering research of the Transformer deep learning model serving as the foundation of generative AIAchievementArtificial intelligence (AI) technology has been evolving remarkably in recent years and has come to deeply penetrate not only industrial fields but society as well. The appearance of generative AI, in particular, has sent shock waves throughout the world as AI possessing creativity. The third-generation AI boom arrived in the 2000s. Machine learning came into practical use, deep learning made its appearance, and the performance of AI improved in many fields including image recognition, natural language processing, and speech recognition using convolutional neural networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), and other models. In 2017, the innovative Transformer model that revamped conventional neural networks appeared achieving a level of performance greatly exceeding existing models. It is said that the present progress in AI could not have occurred without Transformer.Following the presentation of the paper, AI studies using Transformer architecture were announced one after another. In addition to high speed and high performance, Transformer features a significant improvement in accuracy as the scale of training data increases, which has also brought about scale-related competition in AI models. In 2018, OpenAI announced the initial version of its generative pre-trained transformer (GPT), a large language model, and has been releasing updated versions ever since. As AI that can carry on conversations like a human, the number of users of ChatGPT appearing in 2022 topped 100 million in less than three months after its release. In addition to being talked about as AI that can foster innovation in a variety of fields including business, work, education, medical care, and everyday life, it also gave rise to discussions on ethical matters. Open AI also announced DALL-E, an image generation system, and Whisper, a speech recognition model. In 2018, Google announced a natural language processing model called BERT (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers), which was followed up by ViT (Vision Transformer) specializing in image recognition. Then, in 2023, it announced Gemini (formerly known as Bard), a generative artificial intelligence chatbot. These eight individuals who presented Transformer that changed the history of AI have since left Google. Seven of them have founded their own start-ups and all but one of these companies conduct business based on Transformer technology.Transformer not only broke through the limitations of what were advanced technologies at that time like RNN and LSTM but also enabled the seamless integration of diverse types of data in multimodal AI while greatly improving the capabilities of AI systems. Although deep learning gave rise to AI-based innovation from around 2010, Transformer can be called the second great innovation in the sense of revamping existing neural networks. The present spread of generative AI using Transformer as base technology and its impact on society has been huge, and in view of these achievements, these eight members of the Transformer team are deserving recipients of the C&C Prize.For additional information, please visit The NEC C&C Foundation website at: www.candc.or.jp/en/index.html About The NEC C&C FoundationThe NEC C&C Foundation is a non-profit organization established in March 1985 to foster further growth in the electronics industry by encouraging and supporting research and development activities and pioneering work related to the integration of computers and communications technologies, that is, C&C, and ultimately to contribute to the world economy and the enrichment of human life. The Foundation is funded by NEC Corporation.The Foundation currently has two main activities. It presents the annual C&C Prizes to recognize outstanding contributions to R&D activities and pioneering work in the area of C&C. Candidates are recommended from all over the world. Each prize winner receives a certificate, a plaque, and a cash award (ten million yen per group). As of 2024, 129 prominent persons had received the prize.The Foundation also gives the following two grants: (1) grant to enable researchers in Japan to attend international conferences overseas to make presentations in the field of C&C and (2) grant to researchers in a doctorial course at a graduate school in Japan.For additional information, please visit The NEC C&C Foundation website at: www.candc.or.jp/en/index.html About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at www.nec.com. 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Toyota City, Japan, Oct 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team will continue its chase for the 2024 FIA World Rally Championship on challenging roads across Germany, the Czech Republic and Austria when the Central European Rally takes place on October 17-20.2024 GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRIDBy achieving a magnificent maximum score on the previous round in Chile, TGR-WRT more than halved the gap to the manufacturers’ championship lead from 35 to 17 points with two rounds remaining. Both of the final events are made up of demanding asphalt roads – as the WRC returns to the surface for the first time since the Croatia Rally in April – with the second edition of the cross-border Central European Rally to be followed by the season finale at Rally Japan in November.Sébastien Ogier and Elfyn Evans both remain in mathematical contention for the drivers’ championship and are joined in the team’s line-up for the Central European Rally by the returning Takamoto Katsuta. Following impressive first drives in the GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRID on the gravel stages of Finland and Chile, rising star Sami Pajari once more lines up in an additional fourth entry for his first experience on asphalt at the highest level.The Central European Rally made its WRC debut one year ago, becoming the first round to ever feature stages driven in three different countries. The character of the stages varies from one region to another and the weather – in the middle of the European autumn – can also be changeable, making the roads more slippery with rain, mud and leaves.As in 2023, the rally begins from the Czech capital city, Prague. This year, shakedown will also be held on the edge of the city on Thursday morning before the ceremonial start in the capital’s famous castle district. The opening super special stage follows at the Velká Chuchle horse racing course, before a longer stage in the evening near the town of Klatovy. The same test is run twice more on Friday together with two other stages on Czech roads – which are especially bumpy and narrow yet fast in nature. There are opportunities for remote service to begin the morning and mid-afternoon, before cars return to the service park in Karpfham, to the south-west of the German city of Passau, at the end of the day.Saturday is the longest day of the rally with 123.46 competitive kilometres to be driven across two loops of three stages spanning Germany and Austria. The middle stage of the loop, Beyond Borders, begins in Germany and ends in Austria. Sunday’s finale features a pair of stages run twice on German roads before the final podium in Passau.The GR Yaris Rally2 car will be seen in WRC2 action in the hands of the top-seeded Czech driver, Filip Mareš, entered and run by ACCR Toyota Dolák.For more information, visit https://toyotagazooracing.com/wrc/release/2024/rd12-preview/. About Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Toyota City, Japan, Oct 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda released an overview of the RTL ELECTRIC competition trial bike, to compete in the 2024 MFJ(1) All Japan Trial Championship Series, starting with the 6th round in Wakayama/Yuasa on October 13, 2024.RTL ELECTRICThe RTL ELECTRIC is being developed as an electric trial bike superior to the Montesa COTA 4RT factory bike, the pinnacle of trial bikes which demand lightness and strength to balance and operate in the most demanding situations, which contributed to Toni Bou’s unprecedented 18 consecutive Trial World Championship titles.For the power unit, the RTL ELECTRIC is equipped with the CR ELECTRIC PROTO electric motocross bike’s battery which has been optimized for trial use. The motor is integrated with an inverter. Honda is aiming to achieve high output performance with a view to future participation in the World Trial Championship. The RTL ELECTRIC is also equipped with a clutch, flywheel and transmission, essential for trials.The frame is newly developed based on the aluminum twin tube that has a proven track record with Honda’s RTL series of competition trial bikes. The frame’s rigidity is optimized for riding stability and weight reduction. The swing arm is also newly developed based on the RTL series, contributing to weight reduction. Furthermore, EV component placement has been optimized to position the center of gravity so that it is ideal for trial riding, aiming to realize intuitive maneuverability.Honda is committed to the electrification of motorcycles as the mainstay of its future environmental strategy, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality in all of its products and corporate activities by 2050, and in all of its motorcycle products by the 2040s. In motorsports, the CR ELECTRIC PROTO competed as a wildcard entry in last year’s All Japan Motocross Championship (JMX), and is competing in the FIM(2) E-Xplorer World Cup, a worldwide competition for electric off-road bikes, from this year. By competing in trials with electric bikes, Honda aims to further enhance its technologies.(1) MFJ: Motorcycle Federation of Japan(2) Féderation Internationale de MotocyclismeFor more imformation, visit https://global.honda/en/topics/2024/2_2024-10-11eng.html. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Toyota City, Japan, Oct 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team announced today that they have concluded a basic agreement on entering a technical partnership concerning MoneyGram Haas F1 Team vehicle development and collaborative efforts. Through this partnership, the two sides aim to contribute to the development of the automotive industry by creating an environment in which young Japanese drivers, engineers, and mechanics can gain experience and grow in the FIA Formula One World Championship (F1), the pinnacle of motorsports.TGR continues to compete in motorsports to hone the three essential elements of car manufacturing: people, pipeline*, and product. In the "driver-first" carmaking strongly advocated by Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda, aka Morizo, cars are repeatedly broken and fixed in the arena of motorsports, and professional driver feedback is thoroughly incorporated into the development of production vehicles. In recent efforts to strengthen this approach, there is a growing need to enhance people by developing drivers, engineers, and mechanics, to effectively use the pipeline of data analysis and utilization, and to apply insights gained to products through vehicle development. Through the technical partnership announced today, TGR intends to further strengthen people and learn MoneyGram Haas F1 Team's pipeline, which is one of the team's strengths in F1, to accelerate the creation of ever-better motorsports-bred cars.Specifically, the agreement entails the participation in MoneyGram Haas F1 Team test drives by TGR training drivers, engineers, and mechanics. This will enable the drivers to gain driving experience in F1, and it will allow the engineers and mechanics to learn how to analyze vast amounts of data, such as driving data, to effectively operate a pipeline for such at TGR. The agreement also entails the participation of TGR engineers and mechanics in MoneyGram Haas F1 Team racing car aerodynamics development to cultivate human resources―by having participants design and manufacture carbon-fiber parts in simulated extreme operational environments―who can play active roles on the front lines of the pinnacle of motorsports and reflect the technology and knowledge acquired in production vehicles.Sharing a desire to contribute to motorsports and the automotive industry through human resource development, TGR and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team intend to continue their initiatives for strengthening their racing teams.*The know-how and infrastructure for multi-point sharing of vast amounts of data, such as ongoing-race driving data, immediately analyzing such data, and promptly utilizing it in strategic planning for the race at handAbout Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. (Dongfeng Honda), a Honda automobile production and sales joint venture in China, today held a ceremony to commemorate the start of operation of its new energy vehicle (NEV) production plant in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China.The ceremony was attended by a number of guests and executives including representatives of Wuhan City and Hubei Province governments; Yang Qing, Chairman of Dongfeng Motor Corporation; Toshihiro Mibe, Global CEO of Honda; and Masayuki Igarashi, Managing Executive Officer of Honda and Chief Officer in charge of Regional Operations (China).The Dongfeng Honda NEV production plant is the first dedicated Honda electric vehicle (EV) production plant in the world to begin operations. A highly efficient EV production line was realized by increasing the level of automation, mainly in the assembly process, and also by integrating quality and various operational data obtained in each process within the plant. Moreover, through the introduction of a multi-level automated warehouse and automation of parts logistics, this plant became the first Honda plant in the world to completely eliminate logistics personnel in the stamping process.As for environmentally-responsible features, the overall energy consumption of the plant was reduced through various measures including the reduction of electricity use with the adoption of an efficient daylighting layout, as well as the utilization of thermal energy generated during production for heating systems and other purposes. In addition, through the real-time monitoring of the energy consumption of each process within the plant, excess electricity consumption will be reduced depending on the situation. Furthermore, Dongfeng Honda will strive to further reduce the plant’s environmental footprint by linking the respective data on each process and optimizing overall power consumption, while minimizing the impact on production.Dongfeng Honda NEV production plantHonda has set a global environmental goal of “realizing carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities Honda is involved in by 2050.”In China, Honda is planning to introduce a total of 10 Honda-brand EV models by 2027, including models for the e:N Series launched in 2022, as well as the Ye Series, a next-generation EV series Honda unveiled in April 2024. With these EV models, Honda is aiming to achieve 100% EV sales in China by 2035.Comments by Toshihiro Mibe, Global CEO of HondaIt is our great pleasure to hold an opening ceremony for the first dedicated Honda EV production plant which just started operation. Honda will operate this new plant smoothly and stably and provide high-quality EV models to our customers in China, through which we will continue our pursuit to “Expand the Joys for our customers and society.” Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - National University Corporation OITA UNIVERSITY ("Oita University") and Hitachi High-Tech Corporation ("Hitachi High-Tech") today announced that we have started conducting research ("this research") into predicting and extendingthe life of electrocatalysts used in polymer electrolyte fuel cells (PEFC), utilizing Hitachi High-Tech’s technology that uses AI to perform image analysis. We will be giving a joint presentation on the contents of this research at The Chemical Society of Japan Autumn Event 14th CSJ Chemistry Festa 2024, which will be held at Tower Hall, Funabori (Tokyo) from October 22 to 25, 2024.Kinumoto Laboratory at the Faculty of Science and Technology of Oita University is involved in research initiatives using the Identical Location Field Emission-Scanning Electron Microscope (IL-FE-SEM)*1 of Oita university's proprietary technology to figure out the degradation mechanism of PEFC electrocatalysts and develop robust PEFC.This research is part of the Green Technologies for Excellence (GteX)*2 project of the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).Hitachi High-Tech develops, manufactures, and sells electron microscopes, so has a wealth of expertise in the analysis of observation images, also solves problems faced by customers using informatics technologies, Materials Informatics (MI) and Process Informatics (PI)*3. Hitachi High-Tech has drawn on these strengths and combined them with AI and SEM image analysis technologies to provide support for Oita University’s PEFC research and development.Including with this research, Oita University and Hitachi High-Tech aim to continue working to accelerate efforts to develop longer-lasting PEFC going forward and contribute to solving social issues such as by achieving carbon neutrality and a decarbonized society.BackgroundPEFC are a type of fuel cell that use polymer materials as the electrolyte*4 to generate electricity (energy) by causing chemical reactions between hydrogen and oxygen at two electrodes. Fuel cells of all kinds are increasingly used as a form of sustainable energy that can reduce CO2 emissions and, among those, PEFC are also used in everyday applications such as vehicle and household power sources. As the achievement of carbon neutrality becomes recognized as a key issue facing society, it is predicted that PEFC will become increasingly necessary. To that end, however, PEFC in their current state need to be higher durability, with higher output, and lower in cost. This research aims to shed light on the mechanism behind the degradation of electrocatalysts, which is the utmost important issue in prolonging PEFC life, by using AI technology to analyze FE-SEM observation images and make more efficient analysis based on quantitative data possible.Overview of this ResearchThis research used Oita University's IL-FE-SEM technology and Hitachi High-Tech's AI- powered image analysistechnology to study electrocatalyst durability and surface degradation through accelerated degradation tests in which a pulse voltage is repeatedly applied to the PEFC electrocatalysts.*5In order to figure out the deterioration mechanism, in which there is a reduction in the electrochemical surface area (ECSA)*6 of the electrocatalytic platinum particles, Oita University is using IL-FE-SEM technology to visually inspectand analyze the platinum particles in observation images. However, although it is possible to use IL-FE-SEM technology to acquire a large volume of observation images, this has its problems in that there is a tremendous workload involved in analyzing all of the observation images due to there being hundreds of platinum particles present in each individual image. To resolve this problem, Hitachi High-Tech provided AI-driven image analysis technology to streamline the task of image analysis. Specifically, AI image analysis was used to detect*7 platinum particles present in each test. After the particles were detected in the images that had been taken, changes in the status of the particles (their disappearance, aggregation, or formation) could be tracked and the particle count automatically determined.Going forward, the researchers will continue to work to improve particle detection accuracy and make advancements in figuring out the degradation mechanism of more efficient PEFC, as both Oita University and Hitachi High Tech will push ahead and continue to work together to develop long-lasting PEFC. They will also contribute to the cultivation ofdata scientists with a grounding in chemistry by working together with the students of Oita University on pushing this analysis forward.This research is being performed through technical collaboration with Hitachi Co., Ltd. (“Hitachi”), and the presentation at CSJ Chemistry Festa 2024 is planned to be performed jointly by Oita University, Hitachi High-Tech, and Hitachi.Related Information- CSJ Chemistry Festa 2024 https://festa.csj.jp/2024/index.html (Japanese only)- The date and time of the presentation on this research: Wednesday, October 23, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM within the Festa plan, student poster presentations*8.- Presentation topic: “Analysis of Degradation of Pt/C Electrocatalysts for PEFC using Identical Location FE-SEM Observation and AI Image Analysis”(1) Identical Location Field Emission-Scanning Electron Microscope (IL-FE-SEM): It refers to the observation of a fixed-point using FE-SEM and is a technology independently developed by Oita University. Observing a fixed-point can be used effectively in research tracking and figuring out changes in physical matter.(2) Green Technologies for Excellence (GteX): A project by JST for supporting R&D and personnel development at universities, National Research and Development Agencies and similar institutions with the aim of continually creating new technologies targeted toward achieving GX (green transformation).(3) Materials Informatics (MI) and Process Informatics (PI): Initiatives to make materials development more efficient by using informatics techniques that leverage statistical analysis and other such methodologies. MI is often used to predict material properties or for design purposes, while PI is often used to streamline the production process.(4) Electrolytes: A substance used to move ions between electrodes and facilitate an electrochemical reaction.(5) Durability testing using an accelerated degradation test (ADT). ADT rapidly evaluates fuel cell durability by applying a constant potential pulse to a sample. FE-SEM was used to image the same location on the catalyst surface to study the degradation in the cathode catalyst surface occurring over repeated tests.(6) Electrochemical surface area: It refers to the surface area over which the reaction occurs, and it serves as an important metric when evaluating the performanceof catalysts and electrode materials. The larger the electrochemical surface area, the higher the electrochemical reaction efficiency.(7) Detected particles using semantic segmentation. Semantic segmentation assigns labels to each and every pixel in an image, enabling a precise level of detection even across wide image areas.(8) Student poster presentations: A student poster session will be held with the objective of encouraging discussion between students and industry, academia, and government representatives.About Hitachi High-TechHitachi High-Tech, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is engaged in activities in a broad range of fields, including manufacture and sales of clinical analyzers, biotechnology products, radiation therapy systems, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, analytical instruments, and analysis equipment. Also, we provide high value-added solutions in industrial fields such as mobility, connected, environment and energy, etc. Through business based on our core Observation, Measurement and Analysis technologies, we will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by solving social issues.The company's consolidated revenues for FY2023 were approx. JPY 670.4 billion. For further information, visit https://www.hitachi-hightech.com/global/en/About Oita UniversityOita University has a Faculty of Education, Faculty of Economics, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Science andTechnology, and Faculty of Welfare and Health Science. The university's Basic Policy state that it strives to “foster people rich in creativity, social abilities, and humanity through education and research in the humanities, the social sciences, and the natural sciences. In addition, it will actively contribute to peace and development in the world. It will play an active role in promoting human welfare and creating new culture.” This initiative is being conducted at theFaculty of Science and Technology, where research and development targeted at achieving carbon neutrality is conducted, including research into fuel cells.Contact:Takumi SenbaMaterial Solution Dept., Supply Chain Resilience Div.,Supply Chain Platform Business Group, Hitachi High-Tech CorporationEmail : mi-info.aj.ml@hitachi-hightech.com/ Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Security, Ltd., an NEC Group company, has been commissioned by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications to conduct cybersecurity capacity building exercises for Pacific island countries. Exercises were first conducted in Fiji for seven days from October 2 to 10, 2024, with 29 cybersecurity practitioners from government agencies and critical infrastructure operators from 13 countries participating. Additional training is scheduled to take place in the United States territory of Guam in February 2025.In recent years, international cooperation is indispensable for ensuring the success of cybersecurity measures that are implemented across national borders. In order to reduce cybersecurity risks for the entire world, it is important to support the building of cybersecurity capabilities in developing countries, including the Indo-Pacific region, which occupies an important geographical position.Since the opening of the ASEAN-Japan Cybersecurity Capacity Building Centre (AJCCBC)(1) in 2018, NEC has supported the project’s operations through initiatives that include the coordination of approximately 30 cyber exercises for ASEAN member countries. Utilizing this knowledge, instructors and tutors from NEC Security, a cybersecurity specialist, are providing training tailored to the current state and needs of cybersecurity in Pacific island countries. Specifically, after participants conduct more than one month of online pre-study, NEC Security’s program includes five days of incident response training in the event of a cyberattack, thereby contributing to the building of practical cybersecurity capabilities.SummaryDate, time and place: - 1st Session: October 2, 2024 ~ October 10, 2024, Fiji- 2nd Session: February 2025, Guam, USATarget Audience: - Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Tonga, Nauru, Tuvalu, Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, Marshall Islands, Kiribati, Cook Islands- Cybersecurity practitioners serving government officials and critical infrastructure operatorsOrganizer: Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and CommunicationsContents of the event: - 1 month or more of online pre-study- Incident response training, review of pre-learning and desktop exercises- Cyber exercise using CYDER(2) (5 days hands-on)Going forward, NEC and NEC Security will continue to contribute to the improvement of cybersecurity capabilities by providing cyber defense exercises, products and services to government agencies and critical infrastructure companies internationally.Under the value-delivery model “NEC BluStellar”(3), NEC is transforming business models with cutting-edge technologies to help solve challenges for customers and society.(1) The ASEAN-Japan Cybersecurity Capacity Building Centre (AJCCBC) was opened by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in September 2018 to promote the development of cybersecurity human resources for ASEAN member countries.(2) The Cyber Defense Exercise with Recurrence (CYDER) is a hands-on, practical cyber defense exercise conducted by Japan’s National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) for information system personnel from national administrative agencies, local governments, independent administrative agencies, and critical infrastructure operators.(3) NEC provides end-to-end services for digital transformation (DX) through the "NEC BluStellar" value-delivery model. NEC BluStellar transforms business models to address social and business challenges by applying diverse industry insights and world-leading technological expertise to the entire DX process, from customer strategy consultation through implementation.About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 10, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), MC Retail Energy Co., Ltd. (MC Retail Energy), Kaluza Japan and Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) are pleased to announce our official commencement of an electric-vehicle (EV) smart-charging service leveraging connected technologies. The commercial viability of this business, which is the first of its kind in Japan1, was verified during a proof of concept (PoC2) that began in February 2024. The objectives of the PoC were to refine both the level of service provided and precision of the app used by its customers.Features of this ServiceThis service makes it possible for owners of MMC's Outlander PHEVs3 to directly control the charging of their vehicles from an advanced energy software platform provided by Kaluza Japan via MMC's connected systems4. It offers customers a new EV-charging experience, as it can optimize charging in line with electricity prices. The service will be made available through subscriptions to MC Retail Energy's EV smart-charging plans for households. Benefits to Customers:- Daily Smart ChargingSimply by connecting their Outlander PHEVs to their home charging stations and using the smartphone app to set the time they intend to next use their vehicles, customers can instruct the system to automatically control when their vehicles are charged. They do not need to purchase any special equipment or follow any complicated procedures.- Points System Based on Use of Controlled Charging (electricity discounts)Some of the cost savings realized by using this service to optimize charging via MC Retail Energy's smart-charging plans will be returned to the customer in the form of electricity-bill discounts.Benefits to Society:- Effective Use of Renewable Energies (renewables)Electricity prices fluctuate based on power generation and demand, and they tend to be lower when a lot of electricity is generated by renewables. As this system factors those prices into the timing of its controlled EV charging, it will make an indirect contribution to using renewables more effectively.- Efficient "Peak-hour" ShiftsBy controlling charging, this service will also help to shift the hours of peak electricity loads to facilitate more efficient operation of Japan's energy grid, which will lessen the burden on society when costs are incurred in upgrading or expanding that infrastructure.For more information, visit www.mitsubishicorp.com/jp/en/pr/archive/2024/html/0000054825.html.Inquiry Recipient:Mitsubishi CorporationTelephone:+81-3-3210-2171 Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 10, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Lexus brings new enhancements to the LX and introduces the LX 700h, featuring the brand's newly developed hybrid system, which was announced on October 10th. A phased rollout across various regions is scheduled to begin in late 2024.Since its founding in 1989, Lexus has consistently upheld a spirit of innovation, continually striving to provide customers with new technologies and value. With the aim of achieving a carbon-neutral society and the desire to enrich automotive lifestyles with one's car, we will continue to provide a diverse range of options to meet the needs of customers around the world.The LX is a flagship SUV based on the concept of "effortless and refined driving on any road around the world." It combines driving performance that can handle any road in the world, while still providing the signature refined comfort of a Lexus. It is now beloved by customers in over 50 countries across the globe.At the same time, it was also the only model in the Lexus lineup that did not have an electrified vehicle option.Introducing the LX 700h, Lexus has developed a new parallel hybrid system that prioritizes preserving the "reliability," "durability," and "off-road performance" that the LX series has cultivated over generations, even amidst the shift to electrification. By utilizing motor torque to achieve the signature Lexus driving experience, annual CO2 emissions across all global vehicles will be significantly reduced, further improving environmental performance.Lexus has further refined its distinctive Lexus Driving Signature by enhancing the core fundamentals, including the engine model. The "engaging driving dialogue" that reacts instantly to driver inputs has been further refined while the vehicle has been upgraded with the latest Lexus Safety System + (LSS+) for enhanced safety and peace of mind.To further meet the diverse needs of our global customers, we have added the new OVERTRAIL series. With the early launch of the GX and NX OVERTRAIL models, we will continue to expand the lineup of the LEXUS OVERTRAIL PROJECT.Takami Yokoo, Lexus International Chief EngineerIn 2021, the LX underwent a full model change based on the concept of "effortless and refined driving on any road," earning widespread acclaim from customers worldwide, for which we are sincerely grateful. However, it posed a challenge within the Lexus lineup, as it remained the only model without an electrified option―despite our commitment to achieving a carbon-neutral society. For those of us who have been deeply involved with the LX over the years, electrifying it for use in demanding global environments seemed both an immense challenge and a long-held aspiration.During development, we were determined in our commitment not to compromise the reliability, durability, and off-road performance that has defined previous LX models, even with electrification. Our goal was to ensure safe, reliable operation, allowing customers to return home safely, while preserving the true Lexus driving experience. The solution we reached, as a unified development team, was the development of a new parallel hybrid system along with upgrades to the GA-F platform.Three years after the release of the gasoline and diesel models, we have further refined the Lexus Driving Signature, while enhancing both safety and comfort features. Our extensive ongoing driving flavor refinements have been fully integrated into the HEV models, elevating the "engaging driving dialogue" with the car. With updates to the electronic platform and the latest enhancements to LSS+, we have introduced improvements that make driving even more effortless and refined. We invite you to experience the new LX, thoughtfully crafted with the passion and dedication of our development team, as we embrace the next chapter of electrification with the HEV models.For more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/lexus/41628808.html. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Special Exhibition: TV Anime Pokémon 1st anniversary event to be held!TOKYO, Oct 10, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The anime exhibition hub, Anime Tokyo Station, which leverages Japanese anime content loved by fans worldwide, has welcomed over 100,000 visitors from Japan and abroad since its opening in October last year.This facility serves as a launch point into the world of anime, where travelers visiting Tokyo from all over the world, specialists, children, and adults alike can gather and enjoy discovering both past masterpieces and the latest popular series.To commemorate its 1st anniversary, a special exhibition for the globally popular TV anime Pokémon will be held. Through displays featuring iconic scenes broadcasted on TV, visitors can relive Pokémon's vibrant history. Additionally, there will be an interactive corner where the two protagonists from "Liko and Roy Channel" come to life and react to visitors.Furthermore, at the end of October, the facility will host a "1st Anniversary Event" featuring the popular voice actors Miina Tominaga and Ryūsei Nakao.Please visit Anime Tokyo Station and indulge yourself in the allure of anime.Symbolic artistic installation on the 1st floor of AnimeInquiries regarding this press releasePublic Relations Office of "Anime Tokyo Station" (Kyodo PR)Contact person: Miri YasudaE-mail: animetokyo-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp TV Anime Pokémon Special Exhibition- Exhibition OverviewThe new series of the currently airing TV anime Pokémon features a dual protagonist format, centering on a young girl, Liko, and a young boy, Roy, and began airing in April 2023. On Friday, October 11th, a new chapter, "Rayquaza Rising," will commence. This special exhibition will present the world of the TV anime Pokémon and trace the journey of Liko and Roy’s adventures thus far.- Main Exhibition Contents・ ExhibitsOriginal drawings of iconic scenes, panels of the main characters and Pokémon, Liko's pendant, and the ancient Poké Ball, among other items.・ Photo SpotsPhoto spots where visitors can take pictures with characters and Pokémon, including face cutout panels.・ "Liko and Roy Channel" Experience CornerAn interactive experience corner where Liko and Roy react to visitors.- Exhibition PeriodFrom October 26 (Sat), 2024, to February 2 (Sun), 20251st Anniversary Event(1) Date & Time: October 31 (Thu), 2024, 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. (tentative)(2) Venue: Anime Tokyo Station, 1st Floor (Tokyu Building East Building No. 5, 2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward)(3) Panels:Miina Tominaga (voice actor)Ryūsei Nakao (voice actor)(4) Overview:Talk show and special segments by the panels, congratulatory messages from the voice actors, etc.(5) Participant Application Overview:- Number of participants: 50 (by lottery)- Application period: From October 4 (Fri), 2024, to October 20 (Sun), 2024- Application method: Please apply via the dedicated application form.Please refer to the official Anime Tokyo Station website for more details and applications.*Panels and content are subject to change without notice. Thank you for your understanding. Overview of the Facility- Name: Anime Tokyo Station (abbreviation: Anime Tokyo)- Location: Tokyu Building East Building No.5, 1-2F above ground, B1F below ground (2-25-5, Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo) *4-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station- Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (last admission by 6:45 p.m.)- Closed: Mondays *If Monday is a holiday, the museum will be open on Monday and closed the following day. Also closed on New Year holidays, temporary closures, etc. *Please check the official website before visiting.- Admission: Free- Official website: https://animetokyo.jp/en/Press release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20241010.pdf Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 10, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) has announced that Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam Co., Ltd. (hereafter, MMV) held a ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on October 8 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the start of operations of MMV, which is a local subsidiary of Mitsubishi Motors.Mitsubishi Motors went into business in Vietnam when the country’s automotive industry began taking shape in 1994, partnering with Mitsubishi Corporation and Vietnamese partners to establish the production and sales company that preceded MMV in order to contribute to the development of Vietnam's economy. Along with the automotive market growth in Vietnam, MMV has become one of the key enterprises supporting Mitsubishi Motors’ growth strategy in ASEAN.In fiscal year 2023, the Xpander, a seven-seat MPV that has been praised by Vietnamese customers for its advanced design and user-friendliness, was the best-selling vehicle in Vietnam, while the Xforce, a compact SUV launched in March 2024, ranked third in its first month of sales. MMV’s sales volume in fiscal year 2023 was about 30,000 units.These vehicles have continued to enjoy strong sales in fiscal year 2024. The Xpander ranked among the top three vehicles in sales for four consecutive months up to July, and the Xforce was the best-selling vehicle for two consecutive months since July. The new Triton was introduced to the Vietnamese market in September with the aim of achieving further growth in sales volume.Takao Kato, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Motors said, “Mitsubishi Motors has been developing together with the Vietnamese market since its automotive industry started taking shape, and it has now become an important base that contributes to our company’s growth. Going forward, we will strive for further expansion in production and sales in support of the development of the automotive industry and the local economy in Vietnam.”About Mitsubishi MotorsMitsubishi Motors Corporation (TSE:7211) — a member of the Alliance with Renault and Nissan — is a global automobile company based in Tokyo, Japan, which has about 28,000 employees and a global footprint with production facilities in Japan and the ASEAN region. Mitsubishi Motors has a competitive edge in SUVs, pickup trucks and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and appeals to ambitious drivers willing to challenge convention and embrace innovation. Since the production of our first vehicle more than a century ago, Mitsubishi Motors has been a leader in electrification — launched the i-MiEV, the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle in 2009, followed by the Outlander PHEV, the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric SUV in 2013. With a target of increasing the sales ratio of electrified vehicles to 100% by 2035, Mitsubishi Motors will deliver models that embody Mitsubishi Motors-ness and contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral society.For more information on Mitsubishi Motors, please visit the company's website at www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/ Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda announced two electric personal commuter models in Indonesia today: the CUV e:, which uses two Honda Mobile Power Pack e: swappable batteries as its power source, and the ICON e:, which has a fixed battery(1).Honda announced CUV e: and ICON e: electric personal commuter modelsNew models introduced as 10th and 11th models according to Honda’s plan to announce 30 electric models to be launched globally by 2030Honda provides diverse choice according to customer needs, by announcing fixed-battery model in addition to Honda Mobile Power Pack e: compatible modelsHonda plans to expand a wide variety of electric motorcycles globally, with 2024 as the first year of electric globalizationHonda aims to achieve carbon neutrality in all of its products and corporate activities by 2050, and to realize carbon neutrality in all of its motorcycle products by the 2040s. To this end, Honda is taking initiatives to electrify motorcycles as the main pillar of its environmental strategy.Honda has positioned 2024 as the first year for its global expansion of electric motorcycles and will begin full-scale entry into the electric motorcycle market. Honda considers this time to 2026 as its market entry period, from 2026 to 2030 as its business expansion period, and from 2030 as its period of full-scale business expansion.The CUV e: and ICON e: correspond to the tenth and eleventh models, respectively, of the “30 electric models to be launched globally by 2030,” announced at the 2023 Briefing on Honda Electric Motorcycle Business held on November 29, 2023, toward which Honda is making steady progress.Honda plans to manufacture both the CUV e: and ICON e: in Indonesia, at locations appropriate to the needs of each region, and will expand from Indonesia to other regions globally. The enhancement of the electric commuter lineup will not only include models equipped with the Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, but also models with fixed batteries, increasing the variety of options to meet customer needs and making electric motorcycles more accessible.Honda will accelerate its efforts to develop a full lineup of electric motorcycles, including commuters, to meet the needs of more customers, and will continue to build a wide variety of electric motorcycles.CUV e:The CUV e: is a 110cc-equivalent model powered by two Honda Mobile Power Pack e: swappable batteries, and is the result of developing the SC e: Concept, which was exhibited as a world premiere at the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023 held at Tokyo Big Sight in 2023.CUV e:’s naming is derived from the CUV ES (Clean Urban Vehicle Electric Scooter), the first electric scooter lease-sold by Honda in 1994. The CUV e: was developed with the same city commuter concept as the CUV ES, as an electric scooter that realizes convenient mobility for many people in the cities, and with the “e:” that signifies it is a Honda electric vehicle, is positioned as a new era personal commuter.The design features the simple and sleek styling characteristic of EVs, and iconic front and rear combination lights that make it instantly recognizable as the CUV e:.Two Honda Mobile Power Pack e: interchangeable batteries are used as the CUV e:’s power source, and Honda’s in-house developed motor contributes to the improvement of the cruising range by optimizing the magnetic circuit and structure to achieve higher efficiency.The CUV e: is equipped with three riding modes (STANDARD, SPORT, and ECON) to suit various riding situations according to the customer’s preference, and a reverse mode is also available for turning around in tight space.Furthermore, a model equipped with Honda RoadSync Duo®(2),(3), Honda’s unique service that allows users to make calls and use navigation features by connecting the bike to a smartphone via Bluetooth®(4), is also available.ICON e:ICON e: is a new model based on the EM1 e:, equipped with Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, and is equivalent to a Class 1 moped in Japan. The main electric components including the battery have been changed, and its exterior has been redesigned for Indonesia.The ICON e:’s power source is a ternary lithium-ion battery, widely used in China, and can be recharged in two ways: on-board the ICON e: or as a stand-alone battery.A compact in-wheel motor is used for the rear wheel, and the power control unit efficiently controls the motor output to achieve a cruising range of more than 50 km(5) per charge, while also realizing clean and quiet riding.The ICON e: also features storage space under the seat for a helmet, as well as a luggage compartment for small items. In addition, a front inner rack and a USB Type-A socket convenient for charging mobile devices are standard equipment. The ICON e: includes features that are easy to use in everyday life.The headlight features a simple flush-surface design, creating an iconic look. High brightness LEDs contribute to a sense of security when riding at night.The ICON e:’s dashboard features full-digital meters on an inverted LCD display. In addition to the speedometer and clock, various information, such as the remaining battery level, is displayed on a simple layout, contributing to excellent legibility.(1) Battery can be recharged either mounted in, or removed from the ICON e:.(2) Honda RoadSync Duo requires smartphone app installation(3) For details on Honda RoadSync Duo®, please visit https://global.honda/en/roadsync-duo/(4) Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. in the U.S.(5) According to Honda tests Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), has completed construction of the eighth and final M701JAC unit of a 5,300MW natural gas-fired power plant project in Thailand. The project, a joint venture between Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited, one of Thailand's largest independent power producers (IPP), and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Mitsui & Co.), a Japanese trading company, successfully commenced full commercial operations on October 1, 2024.GTCC Power Plant in RayongThe milestone marks the on-time completion of a multi-phase project awarded in 2018, featuring two gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) plants in Chonburi and Rayong Provinces, key hubs for technological manufacturing and services, with a total installed capacity of 5,300 MW. Each plant is equipped with four M701JAC gas turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators, ensuring a reliable and sustainable energy supply critical for Thailand's energy security and economic growth. On October 1, the first seven units installed in Chonburi and Rayong have collectively logged 100,000 actual operating hours (AOH), reinforcing their proven reliability.The project's first phase at the Chonburi power plant* marked a significant milestone as the site of Mitsubishi Power's inaugural J-Series Air-Cooled (JAC) gas turbine installation in Southeast Asia in 2021. The plant was fully completed in October 2022 and received the prestigious "Power Plant of the Year"' award at the Power and Energy Awards, presented during the annual Enlit Asia 2023 conference and exhibition. The units were delivered by Mitsubishi Power in close cooperation with its customers and construction partners, with constant application of learnings and improvements from previous units applied to enhance the quality of the project.At the completion ceremony, Boonchai Thirati, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Gulf Energy Development Public Company Limited said: "As a result of our collective efforts as a team, we successfully navigated challenges posed by COVID-19 and commenced the operation of all eight units on schedule. We thank all our partners for their excellent performance and look forward to continuing our partnership to deliver stable electricity to communities across Thailand."Takao Tsukui, Executive Vice President, Mitsubishi Power, Ltd. said: "Having overcome challenging circumstances, including COVID-19, we completed each of the remaining units every 6 months. Today, all units are fully operational on schedule - a testament to the unwavering collaboration of everyone involved, and a milestone we take immense pride in. As our first JAC gas turbine project in Southeast Asia, the GTCC plants in Chonburi and Rayong Provinces set the stage for contracting over 90 JAC gas turbines globally. We are deeply grateful for the trust placed in us and are committed to ensuring the continued success of this project through our long-term service agreement."Following the completion of the two GTCC power plants, Mitsubishi Power is committed to maintaining the facilities under the Long Term Service Agreement (LTSA). In conjunction with the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract, a 25-year power purchase agreement with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) and a 25-year LTSA with Mitsubishi Power have been established to ensure the plant continues to meet Thailand's growing energy needs at peak performance throughout its lifespan.Mitsubishi Power has established a strong track record in large-scale gas turbine installations in Thailand. In 2011, the company received full-turnkey orders from a company backed by Gulf Energy Development to construct GTCC plants at Nong Saeng and U Thai, which began commercial operations in 2014 and 2015, respectively. In 2020, Mitsubishi Power secured an order from Hin Kong Power Company Limited, another Gulf Energy Development joint venture, for a GTCC plant comprising two M701JAC gas turbines.The M701JAC gas turbines deliver an exceptional 64% power generation efficiency, drastically reducing fuel costs and carbon emissions. These advanced gas turbines support the region in enhancing energy stability as nations work to decarbonize their energy mixes. To meet the growing energy demand in the region, Mitsubishi Power remains dedicated to advancing its gas turbine and GTCC technologies. Through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation, the company aims to support a stable and reliable energy transition that meets the future energy needs of the region.Commercial Operation Date Ceremony*The power plant in Chonburi Province is operated by Gulf SRC Company Limited.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today held its “Honda 0 Tech Meeting 2024” and introduced some of the next-generation technologies to be applied to the Honda 0 Series, a completely new EV series Honda is planning to launch in the global market starting in 2026.The Honda 0 Series is being developed with new ideas Honda is generating from “zero” with a new approach to EV development – “Thin, Light, and Wise.” With this development approach, Honda will offer five core values through its EVs.1) Artistic design that resonates with people2) Automated Driving/Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (AD/ADAS) that ensures safety and peace of mind3) New value of EV as a “space” for people made possible by the internet of things (IoT) and connected technologies4) The joy of driving with the feeling of oneness with the vehicle5) Outstanding electricity efficiency performanceAt CES 2024 held in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. in January of this year, Honda unveiled two concept models of the Honda 0 Series, the Saloon and the Space-Hub. Honda also announced plans to launch a production model of the Saloon in 2026. This production model will be close to the Saloon concept model, and it will be positioned as the flagship model of the Honda 0 Series. Moreover, Honda has also announced plans to introduce a total of seven Honda 0 Series models globally by 2030, including small-, medium- and large-size models.Honda is planning to unveil a new Honda 0 Series model at CES 2025, scheduled to be held in January 2025. This new model will be the embodiment in product form of the technologies and electrification concept introduced during the Honda 0 Tech Meeting. Keynote by Chief Executive Officer Chairman of the Board of Directors Toshihiro MibeFor more information, visit https://global.honda/en/newsroom/news/2024/c241009eng.html. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Toyota City, Japan, Oct 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has announced today that it will exhibit at Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2024, to be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture from Tuesday, October 15 to Friday, October 18.Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2024 is an event where the mobility industry and startups that will lead the next generation interact to co-create toward the shared goal of a sustainable future. At the event, Toyota will exhibit technology related to carbon neutrality from among its various sustainability initiatives.For Japan, a country with limited land and resources, "energy policy" is a significant challenge for both the nation and its industries. Given this situation, it is crucial for the mobility sector, which has a broad base and operates in the B to C market, to act as a pacesetter, fostering collaboration across the entire industry.In pursuit of achieving carbon neutrality through a multi-pathway approach, Toyota will promote co-creation with startups and other companies in the areas of 1) initiatives towards realizing a hydrogen society and 2) renewable energy management, both of which contribute to the stability of energy supply and the reduction of environmental impact. By fostering new partnerships and driving technological innovation, Toyota aims to strengthen its efforts to help create a sustainable future.The main exhibits will be as follows.1. Liquid hydrogen-powered GR CorollaToyota began racing with a hydrogen-powered Corolla running on gaseous hydrogen in 2021. Since 2023, it has been competing in endurance races in Japan and abroad using a liquid hydrogen-powered GR Corolla.The actual vehicle that has been competing in races will be on display at the JAMA joint exhibition booth, where Toyota will present its continued activities to refine cars and people through racing and to take on challenges and evolve together with partners in industry, government, and academia to achieve carbon neutrality.Liquid hydrogen-powered GR Corolla 2. Portable Hydrogen CartridgeToyota is working on research and development toward realizing a carbon-neutral society based on a multi-pathway approach with diverse viable energy options. Hydrogen is the ultimate clean energy that emits no CO2 during use, and CO2emissions can also be minimized during the production process when renewable energy sources such as wind and solar are used. Hydrogen can be used to generate electricity in fuel cell systems and can also be used as a combustion fuel.These portable hydrogen cartridges will be exhibited for the first time in Japan at this event. The technology Toyota has cultivated in the development of FCEVs is used to reduce the size and weight of hydrogen tanks, which were previously large and difficult to carry, to a size that can be carried by hand. They are designed to make hydrogen a familiar and safe energy source that can be used in a variety of everyday situations.Portable Hydrogen CartridgeA hydrogen-powered cooker developed together with Rinnai Corporation will also be exhibited as an example of hydrogen use, where hydrogen in portable cartridges is used for fuel cells to generate electricity or for cooking by combusting hydrogen gas in portable hydrogen cartridges.Through this exhibition, Toyota aims to find matches with the technologies and ideas of various companies and startups from a variety of perspectives, including both providing services and developing and selling devices using portable hydrogen cartridges. In doing so, Toyota will further strengthen its efforts to use portable hydrogen cartridges and help create a hydrogen society.3. Sweep Energy Storage SystemCreating a carbon-neutral society requires not only solving energy issues but also building a circular economy. Toyota emphasizes the circular economy in its car manufacturing as well, having long since worked on designs that minimize waste as well as the recycling and reuse of raw materials. In light of the rapid popularization of electrified vehicles in particular, including hybrid cars (HEVs), Toyota is carrying out initiatives such as developing resource-efficient and long-life batteries as well as reusing used batteries recovered from end-of-life electrified vehicles.The sweep energy storage system that will be exhibited at this event utilizes used batteries from electrified vehicles using Toyota's original sweep technology* for battery control. In this system, various types of used batteries with different degrees of deterioration can be reused to maximize each battery's remaining energy storage capacity. It will contribute to a stable supply of electricity and the spread of renewable energy in combination with solar, wind, and other renewable energy power generation systems, which tend to result in an unstable supply of electricity.Toyota has been conducting research and development on the sweep energy storage system together with JERA Corporation (JERA) since 2018. In 2022, the world's first large-capacity sweep energy storage system was installed at JERA's Yokkaichi Thermal Power Station for demonstration testing.Through the exhibition, Toyota aims to find matches with technologies and ideas that can improve the sweep energy storage system and allow more affordable and stable operation, such as traceability technology for used batteries and technology that can dramatically shorten and reduce battery replacement work. Toyota will contribute to carbon neutrality by building a circular economy to help create a sustainable future.*Technology to freely control the DC and AC charging and discharging of a series of batteries by rapidly switching them on and off in microseconds.Please visit the link below for more information on Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2024. www.japan-mobility-show.com/en/ Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it is developing a system based on “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS” (1) to realize a stable and efficient power supply for Kansai Transmission and Distribution, Inc. The system will be launched in March 2025.As society confronts intensifying natural disasters, a declining labor population, and rising fuel costs, energy providers are facing challenges such as securing a stable supply of power in both regular and emergency situations, promoting the use of renewable energy, facility maintenance, and cost reduction.This system, currently being developed by Fujitsu, will utilize “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS” to collect, store, and visualize data from Kansai Transmission and Distribution and support a stable and efficient power supply, making it possible to quickly detect and investigate equipment errors. In addition to this system, Fujitsu is working to increase energy resilience by assessing power usage data to calculate the effect of avoiding planned power outages through the utilization of remote amperage control, as Kansai Transmission and Distribution moves toward the full-scale implementation of next-generation smart meters (2). By leveraging data, the system enables analysis to be carried out from various perspectives (i.e., staff, manager, senior executive, etc.) thereby improving operations and accelerating decision-making.With this initiative, Fujitsu will support business transformation aimed at solving management issues using data and AI. In addition, Fujitsu plans to provide the electric power industry with new capabilities through its “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS”, such as power demand forecasting and reduced-labor machine inspections using “Fujitsu Kozuchi”, its AI service from Mid-October 2024.Fujitsu’s initiatives at Kansai Transmission and Distribution:Rapid error detection and increased efficiency through the visualization of power usage data and error informationIn Japan, it has become increasingly common for private residences to generate their own electricity through solar power thanks in part to municipal government subsidies. At the same time, the number of skilled technicians is steadily decreasing year by year due to population aging. There is a heightened demand for energy companies to become more efficient in terms of how they inspect their business operations, including the operational status of equipment and power usage/generation measurements.Kansai Transmission and Distribution used “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS” to collect data on power usage (30-minute increments) from electricity smart meters and linked and visualized equipment and construction work data with error data. This has made it possible for the company to efficiently detect signs of equipment failure using this linked information, instead of the conventional practice of receiving error detection, checking the details against multiple systems, and then dispatching staff to the site if necessary. Furthermore, by applying the results of field assignments to the “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS” and collecting data, seeing and analyzing error trends becomes possible, and error extraction accuracy can be continuously improved. This system is based on a pilot developed by Fujitsu in June 2024 and the company is planning to deploy it for operation by March 2025.Figure 1: Diagram of the current vs. ideal situation of error detection servicesFigure 2: Error detection dashboard screen (3)Verifying the effectiveness of the amperage control capabilities of next-generation smart metersFujitsu verified the effectiveness of the remote amperage control capabilities of next-generation smart meters to achieve a stable and efficient power supply. Remote amperage control is expected to play a role in plans to replace planned power outages that are currently employed as a last resort when the balance between the supply and demand of power is not expected to recover.According to estimates by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) (4), avoiding planned power outages is expected to result in an economic benefit of approximately 135-150 billion yen over a ten-year period. The scheme requires the cooperation of consumers as they will need to reduce their power consumption to within the upper limit set on the remote amperage control unit in order to receive a steady power supply. To achieve this, energy providers, including Kansai Transmission and Distribution, must assess the impact that this initiative will have on users and calculate the optimal control values based on the amount of power that their supply capabilities will fall short by.In this verification, Fujitsu utilized “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS” and developed a prototype application able to visualize the effects of reducing energy consumption while varying the adoption rate of next-generation smart meters and the upper limit amperage control values. This application is based on electricity usage data (30-minute increments) obtained from approximately 13 million smart meters already in use. Through this, Fujitsu was able to confirm the impact of the controls on whole areas at specific times of day more effectively, and ascertain specific time blocks where consumers will need to reduce their energy consumption and the impact of reductions. Securing data on actual seasonal patterns of electricity usage allowed for the targeted use of amperage control units which has the potential to reduce the impact of energy saving measures on the general public and clarify periods when other measures should be deployed, including those focused on companies and factories that use more electricity.Figure 3: Diagram of control values and suppression impactFigure 4: Remote amperage control simulation application screen(1) “Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS” :Fujitsu’s platform that is made up of three components, “Fujitsu Kozuchi”, Fujitsu’s AI service, “Fujitsu Track and Trust”, blockchain technology that enables the collection and traceability of data across companies and industries, and data infrastructure, such as “Palantir Foundry” and “Microsoft Azure”.(2) Next-generation smart meters :As the current electrical smart meters, which began to be used in 2014, start to reach the end of their operational lifespan, METI’s Agency for Natural Resources and Energy held a review committee for next-generation smart meter system from September 2020 to March 2022. In this review, experts and related parties in the industry studied the functions of the next-generation smart meters.(3) Applications built on “Palantir Foundry”. © Palantir Technologies Inc.(4) Estimates by METI: From the METI’s Agency for Natural Resources and Energy Review Committee’s summary of next-generation smart meter system review (published in May 2022).About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 8, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it has received approval for “URECE® Tablets” (dotinurad) in Thailand as a treatment for gout and hyperuricemia. This approval is the first time that the agent has been approved in China or the five ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) member states where Eisai holds licenses to develop and distribute the agent.“URECE Tablets” are a new therapeutic medicine for gout and hyperuricemia discovered by FUJI YAKUHIN. It suppresses uric acid reabsorption and lowers blood uric acid levels by selectively inhibiting the urate transporter (URAT1) related to reabsorption of uric acid in the kidney. Eisai concluded a license agreement with FUJI YAKUHIN in February 2020 for China and in August 2021 for five ASEAN member states: Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Thailand, granting exclusive development and distribution rights in these countries.Hyperuricemia is known to be associated with various diseases, including those of the urinary system, endocrine system, metabolic system, and cardio-cerebrovascular system, as well as gout. Furthermore, the prevalence of hyperuricemia in Thailand is estimated to be as high as 10.6%.(1) It is expected that the number of patients will further increase in the near future due to changes in lifestyle and dietary preferences in accordance with socioeconomic development.Eisai is committed to providing new treatment options for gout and hyperuricemia in China and the applicable ASEAN member states, and will further contribute to improving the quality of life (QOL) of patients.About “URECE® Tablets” (Dotinurad)URECE Tablets are a therapeutic medicine for gout and hyperuricemia discovered by FUJI YAKUHIN. URECE Tablets selectively inhibit URAT1, one of the uric acid transporters, thus preventing reabsorption of uric acid by the kidneys and promoting uric acid excretion in the urine. In addition, it has a small effect on other transporters affecting uric acid secretion, so it reduces serum uric acid levels at lower doses. URECE Tablets are expected to have a low risk of side effects and drug interaction.In Japan, FUJI YAKUHIN obtained manufacturing and marketing approval for dotinurad in January 2020 and launched it in May 2020.(1) Lohsoonthorn, V. et al. Relationship with Metabolic Syndrome in Thai Adults Receiving Annual Health Exams Archives of Medical Research 37, p 883-889 (2006). www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0188440906001482?via%3DihubMedia Inquiries:Eisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations DepartmentTEL: +81-(0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO and MONTREAL, Oct 8, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB International Co., Ltd. ("JCB"), Japan's only international payment brand, today announced that it has expanded its global partnership with Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: NVEI) (TSX: NVEI), the Canadian fintech company, to include Singapore and Hong Kong. This expansion builds upon Nuvei's existing relationship with JCB in Europe, further strengthening Nuvei's position in the rapidly growing Asia-Pacific (APAC) eCommerce market.Through this enhanced partnership, Nuvei now offers JCB acceptance to its global merchant ecosystem, enabling JCB's community of more than 158 million cardmembers to pay directly to online businesses integrated with Nuvei. This development is particularly significant for Nuvei's customers in the APAC region, including leading eCommerce brands such as Charles & Keith[1].Philip Fayer, Nuvei's Chair and CEO, commented on the announcement: "Extending our partnership with JCB to Singapore and Hong Kong enhances our service offering for businesses in strategic APAC markets and demonstrates our commitment to providing comprehensive payment solutions that drive growth for our clients globally."The expansion of the JCB partnership aligns with Nuvei's ongoing strategic investments in the APAC region. Nuvei is a fully licensed direct local acquirer in Singapore and Hong Kong, and recently obtained a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license in Singapore[2].Nuvei's modular payments platform enables clients to securely connect with customers in over 200 markets worldwide through a single integration, accepting 716 alternative payment methods and offering acquiring in over 50 markets. This extensive reach and flexibility are particularly valuable in the context of the rapidly expanding eCommerce markets in Singapore and Hong Kong.Singapore’s eCommerce market is predicted to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of nearly 10%, with gross merchandise value expected to reach US$23.5 billion by 2027[3]. Hong Kong's eCommerce market is projected to grow at a similar CAGR of nearly 9%, with revenues expected to exceed US$7 billion by 2029[4].Hiroko Michishita, Managing Director, JCB International Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd., said, “Between 2021 and 2022, JCB has almost doubled the volume of ecommerce transactions in Singapore. While East Asia is our traditional stronghold, we have seen substantial growth in our ASEAN card base of 132% from 2018 to 2023. Nuvei’s latest expansion into Singapore and Hong Kong complements JCB’s long-term growth strategy. We are confident that Nuvei’s presence in Asia will enable both companies to work closer together and quickly achieve substantial sales volumes.”About Nuvei Nuvei (Nasdaq: NVEI) (TSX: NVEI) is the Canadian fintech company accelerating the business of clients around the world. Nuvei’s modular, flexible and scalable technology allows leading companies to accept next-gen payments, offer all payout options and benefit from card issuing, banking, risk and fraud management services. Connecting businesses to their customers in more than 200 markets, with local acquiring in 50 markets, 150 currencies and 716 alternative payment methods, Nuvei provides the technology and insights for customers and partners to succeed locally and globally with one integration.For more information, visit www.nuvei.comNVEI-IRContact: Public Relationsalex.hammond@nuvei.comInvestor RelationsIR@nuvei.comAbout JCBJCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 49 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are now issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 158 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase its merchant coverage and cardmember base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB commits to providing responsive and high-quality service and products to all customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.global.jcb/en/ContactKosuke OchiaiCorporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5778-8353Email: jcb-pr@info.jcb.co.jp[1] https://investors.nuvei.com/news-releases/news-release-details/charles-keith-selects-nuvei-boost-international-expansion[2] https://www.nuvei.com/posts/nuvei-secures-mpi-license-in-singapore-to-accelerate-apac-expansion[3] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/singapore-ecommerce-market-databook-2023-171900419.html[4] https://www.statista.com/outlook/emo/ecommerce/hong-kong Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 7, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB Co., Ltd., Japan’s only international payment brand, announced that it enabled Google Pay for its customers on September 6, 2024. Android™ smartphone users can now use Google Pay in stores where JCB Contactless is accepted, by adding their credit/debit cards issued by the JCB Group in Japan to Google Pay. To use Google Pay, you will need to download the Google Wallet app and add your JCB Card.JCB plans to extend this support to other JCB brand card issuers both in Japan and other markets.Google Pay is a contactless mobile payment service for Android smartphones. By adding your credit card or other payment methods, you can make payments with your smartphone. With built-in authentication, transaction encryption, and fraud protection, Google Pay helps keep your money and personal information safe. For more information on Google Pay, visit here.JCB Contactless is a payment method that enables secure, simple and fast payments. You can use your JCB Contactless card or smartphone with your JCB Card being added to a mobile wallet, at various stores and for services, including Transit, by simply tapping it on the reader.*For information on which Android OS version supports Google Wallet, visit here.*Android, Google Pay and Google Wallet are trademarks of Google LLC.About JCBJCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 49 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are now issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 158 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase its merchant coverage and cardmember base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB commits to providing responsive and high-quality service and products to all customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.global.jcb/en/ContactKosuke OchiaiCorporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5778-8353Email: jcb-pr@info.jcb.co.jp Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KAWASAKI, Japan, Oct 4, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it will exhibit a technology showcase of its latest innovations at CEATEC 2024 (1), the annual cutting-edge IT & electronics exhibition at Makuhari Messe (Chiba Prefecture, Japan) from October 15 to October 18, 2024. Fujitsu’s booth will be located in Hall 7 of the venue.Fujitsu will reveal how the collaboration between humans and AI as a trusted assistant can create new value through an exploration of three major themes: “Sports: Performance enhancement with AI and data,” “Healthcare： Enhancing well-being with AI and data,” and “Culture: Passing on traditional techniques with AI and data.”Fujitsu positions AI as a trusted assistant and contributes to economic development and well-being improvement by promoting innovation through AI-centric technologies. At the event, Fujitsu will showcase how its Human Motion Analytics technology can be used to create a future where humans and AI complement each other and grow together. Through demonstrations in the three fields of sports, healthcare, and culture, visitors can experience how Fujitsu's technology can be used to digitize human movements and create new possibilities.Sports zone： Performance enhancement with AI and dataIn cooperation with Fujitsu Red Wave, a basketball team playing in the Women's Japan Basketball League, Fujitsu will showcase a basketball booth that uses AI to visualize visitors’ shooting forms and gives advice on how to improve their technique. Visitors will be able to compare their form with that of top players and see how their shooting form improves after receiving advice from AI based on actual Fujitsu Red Wave player data.Healthcare zone： Enhancing well-being with AI and dataIn this zone, Fujitsu will showcase a Pilates and yoga booth to introduce how AI can help to enhance visitors’ overall well-being. An AI will analyze visitors’ roll down movements, a Pilates exercise which is known as an indicator of balance capability. Visitors can then receive personalized guidance from a professional instructor to improve their movements and posture based on an analysis of their range of motion of the spine and speed of movement.Culture zone： Passing on traditional techniques with AI and dataIn cooperation with the Nohgaku Performers’ Association, Fujitsu will introduce a booth where visitors can experience Noh, a traditional Japanese theater art form. Here, Fujitsu leverages AI to visualize visitors’ movements and positions and compare them to those of Noh actors. Visitors can then receive detailed advice on the refined expressive techniques of Noh theater from Noh artist Yoshimasa Kanze.In addition to the demonstrations in the three fields, Fujitsu will demonstrate how Human Motion Analytics can be used in various areas.Period:October 15, 2024 (Tuesday) - October 18, 2024 (Friday)Premium TimeOctober 15 (Tuesday) 10:00AM - 12:00PM JST *Premium Time is open only to invited guests and press.General AdmissionOctober 15 (Tuesday) 12:00 - 5:00PM JSTOctober 16 (Wednesday) - October 18 (Friday) 10:00AM - 5:00PM JSTVenue:Makuhari Messe (2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture)Fujitsu booth: Hall 7About Fujitsu's AI VisionFujitsu positions AI, including generative AI, as a trusted assistant, and offers systemized AI services via its AI platform Fujitsu Kozuchi in seven areas, leveraging it experience from over 7,000 use cases and more than 30 years of research. Fujitsu incorporates AI into various offerings in Fujitsu Uvance, Fujitsu’s business model to support the solution of societal issues across industries, with the aim of contributing to the expansion of customers’ business productivity and creativity.About Human Motion AnalyticsHuman Motion Analytics technology, used in the demonstration at this event, is a data analysis platform that converts human movements into data using AI technology delivered via Fujitsu Kozuchi. The technology achieves highly accurate analysis with a unique algorithm that significantly reduces estimation errors, even for complex movements, and uses the world's most advanced high-precision skeletal analysis technique originally developed for AI scoring in gymnastics, and which is officially adopted by the International Gymnastics Federation. It aims to create new added value based on human movements in various fields including sports, entertainment, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing.(1) CEATEC 2024 :Held with the theme of “Aiming to realize Society 5.0.” Society 5.0 is a vision that balances economic development and the resolution of social issues to unite people, technologies, and information from all industries and businesses to create a future through ‘co-creation.’” This year marks the 25th anniversary of the comprehensive exhibition of digital innovation.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Japan, and SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct 3, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota; NYSE: TM) and Joby Aviation, Inc. (Joby; NYSE: JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced that Toyota will invest an additional $500 million to support the certification and commercial production of Joby's electric air taxi, with the aim of realizing the two companies' shared vision of air mobility.The investment, which will be made in two equal tranches, is subject to standard regulatory approvals and certain other conditions, finalization of collaborative and commercial agreements and, with respect to the second tranche, the finalization of terms related to a strategic alliance focused on commercial manufacturing and certain other conditions. The investment, which will bring Toyota Motor Corporation's total investment in Joby to $894 million, will be made in the form of cash for common stock, with the first tranche targeted to close later this year and the second in 2025. Further details of the investment are available via the companies' regulatory filings with the SEC."Today's investment builds on nearly seven years of collaboration between our companies," said JoeBen Bevirt, founder and CEO, Joby Aviation. "The knowledge and support shared by Toyota has been instrumental in Joby's success and we look forward to deepening our relationship as we deliver on our shared vision for the future of air travel."Joby continues to make important progress towards commercialization, recently rolling its third aircraft off its pilot production line in Marina, CA, and breaking ground on an expanded facility in California that will more than double the Company's manufacturing footprint. In August 2024, it confirmed that the fourth of five stages of the type certification process is now more than one-third complete on the Joby side."With this additional investment, we are excited to see Joby certify their aircraft and shift to commercial production," said Tetsuo "Ted" Ogawa, who signed the agreement as the Operating Officer on behalf of Toyota Motor Corporation. "We share Joby's view that sustainable flight will be central to alleviating today's persistent mobility challenges."Toyota's additional investment reflects the continued aim of Toyota Motor Corporation's founding family, starting with Kiichiro Toyoda down to present-day Chairman Akio Toyoda, to realize the dream of air mobility for personal or daily travel as part of its transformation into a mobility company.Since 2019, in addition to monetary investments, Toyota has been investing time and human resources to share its knowledge of the Toyota Production System via process planning, manufacturing method development, and tooling design. Toyota engineers now work side-by-side with the Joby team in California, and, in 2023, the two companies signed a long-term agreement for Toyota to supply key powertrain and actuation components for the production of Joby's aircraft.Toyota's relationship with Joby began through an initial investment made by Toyota Ventures, the early-stage venture capital arm of Toyota that explores and identifies disruptive technologies and companies for investment opportunities and provides support for portfolio companies. Toyota Motor Corporation subsequently completed investments totaling $394 million.The shares to be sold in the investment have not been, and will not be, registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended ("Securities Act"), or any state or other applicable jurisdiction's securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state or other jurisdictions' securities laws. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.About JobyJoby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY) is a California-based transportation company developing an all-electric, vertical take-off and landing air taxi which it intends to operate as part of a fast, quiet, and convenient service in cities around the world. To learn more, visit www.jobyaviation.com.About ToyotaToyota (NYSE: TM), creator of the Prius hybrid and the Mirai fuel cell vehicle, is committed to building vehicles for the way people live through our Toyota and Lexus brands, and directly employs more than 63,000 people in North America (more than 49,000 in the U.S.).Over the past 65 years, Toyota has assembled nearly 47 million cars and trucks in North America at the company's 12 manufacturing plants. By 2025, the company's 13th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles.Through our more than 1,800 North American dealerships (nearly 1,500 in the U.S.), Toyota sold more than 2.6 million cars and trucks (more than 2.2 million in the U.S.) in 2023, of which more than one quarter were electrified vehicles (full battery, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fuel cell).For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com. Forward Looking StatementsThis press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including but not limited to, statements regarding the development and performance of Joby's aircraft, the growth of Joby's manufacturing capabilities, the regulatory outlook, progress and timing; planned operations; business plan, objectives, goals and market opportunity; the timing and general completion of the investment and the expected amount of proceeds; and the satisfaction of conditions to funding of the investment. You can identify forward-looking statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. These statements may include words such as "anticipate", "estimate", "expect", "project", "plan", "intend", "believe", "may", "will", "should", "can have", "likely" and other words and terms of similar meaning in connection with any discussion of the timing or nature of future operating or financial performance or other events. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Among those risks and uncertainties are market conditions, the satisfaction of the closing conditions related to each tranche of the investment and risks relating to Joby's business, including those described in periodic reports that Joby files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Joby may not consummate the investment described in this press release and, if the investment is consummated, cannot provide any assurances regarding its ability to effectively apply the proceeds of the investment or the success of the expanded alliance among Joby and Toyota. The forward-looking statements included in this press release speak only as of the date of this press release, and Joby does not undertake to update the statements included in this press release for subsequent developments, except as may be required by law Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Hakone, Japan, Oct 3, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa is delighted to announce the debut of its latest wellness offering, the “YON-KA Phyto Sleep Ritual.” Launching on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the hotel’s Spa IZUMI, this innovative program is designed to provide guests with a transformative spa experience rooted in the principles of naturopathy.With the rise of digital technology, work and access to information have become constant, leading to significant lifestyle changes. As a result, many people now struggle with sleep issues due to increased screen time on computers and smartphones. With growing awareness of the link between sleep and overall health, the focus has shifted toward the importance of nature, relaxation, and quality sleep as the ideal way to spend time off.To cater to the needs of wellness-minded travelers, Spa IZUMI has partnered with YON-KA, a global leader in phyto-aromatherapy, to offer guests an exclusive “YON-KA Phyto Sleep Ritual” experience. This 14-step treatment combines the healing power of botanical extracts, the soothing fragrance of essential oils, and the comforting warmth of a full-body wrap. Using a blend of Western and Eastern techniques, this ritual helps release tension and induces a deep state of relaxation, promoting an exceptional sleep experience.Located just 90 minutes from Tokyo, Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa offers a serene wellness retreat in one of Japan’s most renowned hot spring regions. Surrounded by nature, guests can enjoy a rejuvenating holiday experience that prioritizes relaxation and deep, restorative sleep.About Spa IZUMISpa IZUMI is a full-service spa facility offering eight spacious treatment rooms including two couple rooms. Additionally, it features a relaxation room, along with separate male and female onsen baths and changing rooms. The hot springs at Spa IZUMI are sourced from Ōwakudani and consist of slightly acidic sulfate springs, renowned for their skin-beautifying effects and resistance to cooling, which enhances the effectiveness of treatments when bathing before the session. At Spa IZUMI, YON-KA products have been incorporated into treatments since its opening, while the adjacent Gallery IZUMI provides a selection of YON-KA products available for purchase. Spa IZUMI was one of the winners of the “10 Best Hotel Spas” in Japan at the T+L Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024.Opening hoursSpa Treatment: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last treatment finishes at 9:45 PM)Onsen: 6:00 AM – MidnightFor reservationsTEL: +81 460 82 2085EMAIL: izumispa.hakhr@hyatt.comHomepage: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/spas/Spa-Izumi-And-Onsen-Hakone/home* Spa IZUMI is by reservation only.* Non-staying visitors will be charged a facility fee of JPY 3,300 (inclusive of consumption tax) and onsen tax of JPY 50 per person.About YON-KA Phyto Sleep RitualExperience an original body and facial treatment from YON-KA, a renowned professional phyto-skincare brand from France. This luxurious treatment combines the benefits of botanical extracts and the soothing aroma of essential oils with the warmth of heated stones and oils. The 14-step treatment helps release physical and mental tension, guiding you into a state of deep relaxation and quality sleep. The ritual begins with a foot soak, followed by a back massage, the stimulation of nine energy points, and a facial treatment incorporating aventurine quartz. As the steps progress, you will be gently guided into a restful sleep as your skin is rejuvenated. This unique treatment offers a floating sensation that envelops your senses and leads to a one-of-a-kind sleep experience.Price: 90 min. / JPY 33,000 (inclusive of tax and subject to service charge)Offer Period: October 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025About Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and SpaHyatt Regency Hakone Resort and Spa is nestled in the foothills of the Gora mountains, renowned as one of Japan’s leading hot spring resorts, just an hour and a half from the center of Tokyo. With warm, welcoming service that feels like home, the hotel offers 80 spacious rooms starting at 56 square meters, including dog-friendly rooms. It features a cozy Living Room with an open log fireplace, Dining Room - Western Cuisine, Dining Room - Sushi, a private dining room, and the signature Spa IZUMI, along with spacious onsen baths. For more information, visit hakone.regency.hyatt.com or follow us @hyattregencyhakone on Facebook and Instagram.About Hyatt RegencyThe Hyatt Regency brand is a global collection of hotels and resorts found in more than 230 locations in over 40 countries around the world. The depth and breadth of this diverse portfolio, from expansive resorts to urban city centers, is a testament to the brand’s evolutionary spirit. For more than 50 years, the Hyatt Regency brand has championed fresh perspectives and enriching experiences, while its forward-thinking philosophy provides guests with inviting spaces that bring people together and foster a spirit of community. As a hospitality original, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness—our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. The brand prides itself on an everlasting reputation for insightful care—one that welcomes all people across all countries and cultures, generation after generation. For more information, please visit hyatt.regency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and tag photos with #HyattRegency.CONTACT:Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort and SpaMarketing CommunicationsHiroko Narahiroko.nara@hyatt.comPress Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20241003.pdf Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Kawasaki, Japan and San Jose, California, Oct 3, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Supermicro, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), today announced they will collaborate to establish a long-term strategic engagement in technology and business, to develop and market a platform with Fujitsu’s future Arm-based “FUJITSU-MONAKA” processor that is designed for high-performance and energy efficiency and targeted for release in 2027. In addition, the two companies will also collaborate on developing liquid-cooled systems for HPC, Gen AI, and next-generation green data centers."Supermicro is excited to collaborate with Fujitsu to deliver state-of-the-art servers and solutions that are high performance, power efficient, and cost-optimized,” said Charles Liang, president and CEO of Supermicro. “These systems will be optimized to support a broad range of workloads in AI, HPC, cloud and edge environments. The two companies will focus on green IT designs with energy-saving architectures, such as liquid cooling rack scale PnP, to minimize technology’s environmental impact.”As the use of AI continues to grow, demand for data center capacity is rising faster than what can be supplied, and one of the biggest challenges is efficiently meeting growing power consumption requirements. Liquid cooling technology innovation has already made Supermicro an industry leader in shipping liquid cooling solutions today. A key focus will be bringing together Fujitsu and Supermicro expertise to further develop rack-scale liquid cooling solutions.Fujitsu and Supermicro will combine their technical capabilities and world-class global reach to offer a market-leading server portfolio. Supermicro's Building Block approach to server design enables a wide range of servers to be quickly built and certified for specific workloads across AI/HPC and general-purpose computing domains in deployments from cloud data centers to edge applications.In addition, by integrating Fujitsu's cutting-edge "FUJITSU-MONAKA" processor, the two companies will realize excellent performance and power efficiency while also pursuing high reliability, security, and ease of use with wide software compatibility, thereby empowering customers to implement green AI infrastructure. FUJITSU-MONAKA is a processor based on the Arm instruction set architecture, employing cutting-edge 2-nanometer technology and is set to be delivered in 2027. This new technology applied to the FUJITSU-MONAKA is based on results obtained from a project subsidized by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).The collaboration will also extend to Fsas Technologies Inc., a Fujitsu subsidiary, which will provide AI platform-based generative AI solutions globally that combine Supermicro’s GPU server products and implementation support services for data center operators and enterprises."The collaboration between Fujitsu and Supermicro is a groundbreaking initiative that will accelerate green computing innovation,” said Vivek Mahajan, Corporate Vice President, CTO, and CPO, Fujitsu. “By combining our technologies, we will enable high-performance, energy-efficient AI system infrastructure, driving the evolution of AI and Digital Transformation (DX).”As a provider of information and communication technology services and data center infrastructure, Fujitsu and Supermicro believe that promoting a green AI infrastructure that reduces power consumption and environmental impact in data centers is a top priority.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About Super Micro Computer, Inc.Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first to market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are transforming into a Total IT Solutions provider with server, AI, storage, IoT, and switch systems, software, and services while delivering advanced high-volume motherboard, power, and chassis products. The products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Taiwan, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiriesSuper Micro Computer, Inc.Greg KaufmanE-mail: PR@supermicro.com Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that fully-fledged operations and business activities have begun at Eisai Pharmaceuticals Single Person Limited Liability Company (Eisai Saudi Arabia), a pharmaceutical sales subsidiary recently established in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Saudi Arabia). Eisai Saudi Arabia is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eisai’s European regional headquarters, Eisai Europe Ltd. (Location: U.K.).In the 1960s, Eisai started business in the Middle East marketing and selling Eisai products throughlocal distribution partners. In Saudi Arabia, Eisai began selling the peripheral neuropathy treatmentMethycobal® in 2009, and has since expanded the product pipeline with the launch of antiepileptic drug Fycompa® in 2018, anticancer drug Lenvima® in 2020, and others, through local distribution partners.Eisai Saudi Arabia was established in April 2024 in order to build an in-house sales system in Saudi Arabia, and is in the process of taking over commercial rights for the Eisai products in Saudi Arabia from local distribution partners. Eisai Saudi Arabia started sales and marketing activities for Methycobaland Fycompa in October 2024, and plans to expand activities to include Lenvima and anticancer agent Halaven® from April 2025. Moreover, an application for Alzheimer’s disease treatment lecanemab(generic name, global brand name: Leqembi®) has been submitted for review in Saudi Arabia.Saudi Arabia’s pharmaceutical market reached 11,342 million USD in 2023, making it the largest market in the Middle East, with an average growth rate of 7% in local currency terms from 2019 to 2023.1With the commencement of operations at Eisai Saudi Arabia, Eisai aims to utilize its own drug salessystem in Saudi Arabia, deliver innovative new drugs to more patients in the country as quickly aspossible, and contribute to improving the benefits of patients and their families.1. Outline of Eisai Saudi Arabia1) Company Name: Eisai Pharmaceuticals Single Person Limited Liability Company2) Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia3) Scope of Business: Import and marketing of pharmaceutical products4) Charter Capital: 32,800,000 Saudi Riyal (approximately 1.25 billion JPY)5) Shareholder: Eisai Europe Ltd.6) Date of Establishment: April 2, 2024About the Pharmaceutical Market in Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia has a population of about 35 million and a GDP per capita of 118,216 Saudi riyals (approx. 31,445 USD). Saudi Arabia also has the largest pharmaceutical market in the Middle East, reaching 11,342 million USD in 2023 with an average growth rate of 7% in local currency terms from 2019 to 2023.(1)The healthcare market in Saudi Arabia consists of two major segments, the public sector and private sector.The public sector is fully funded by the government, and provides all public sector employees and their families, as well as Saudi Arabia citizens without health insurance, with access to medical care for free at government facilities.2 In the private sector, companies are required to offer health insurance for their employeesand expenses are dependent on the insurance policy.(2)In 2016, Saudi Arabia announced Vision 2030, an economic reform concept toward 2030 with the aim to shift Saudi Arabia to an economy that doesn’t rely on oil. In response to Vision 2030, the Ministry of Health of Saudi Arabia aims to build a more effective and comprehensive medical system, expanding health services and medical facilities and digitalization.(1) Created based on IQVIA World Review Analyst 2024, Data Period 2019-2023 (Copyright ©2024 IQVIA.). Reprinted with permission.(2) Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Medical and International Expansion Country Report: Saudi Arabia https://tinyurl.com/rwn8883c Media Inquiries:Public Relations DepartmentEisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Oct 1, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NTT Corporation, NTT EAST Corporation, NTT WEST Corporation and NEC Corporation have jointly devised a connection configuration to add optical fiber sensing functions to the IOWN All-Photonics Network (APN)(1). By applying this configuration to multiple routes of optical fiber for communication already laid underground (in the service area of NTT WEST in Osaka City), we have demonstrated that it is possible to grasp area-wide traffic trends using optical fiber sensing, and to visualize and analyze traffic conditions in real time.Optical fiber sensing in the IOWN APN enables low-cost, prompt, and flexible expansion of urban monitoring across a wide plane. In the future, we will promote R&D and co-creation activities toward the establishment of more advanced optical fiber sensing that will contribute to solving social and regional issues by implementing optical fiber sensing in society and exploring usage scenarios based on these results.1. BackgroundOptical fiber sensing, which enables the use of optical fiber for communication as a sensor, is expected to create new social value as demonstration tests and introduction of technologies for detecting construction vibration [1], supporting road snow removal decisions [2], and improving the efficiency of communication facility maintenance and operation progress [3]. The combination of IOWN and optical fiber sensing enables advanced data analysis by taking advantage of the high-speed transfer of large amounts of data by APN, and is thought to promote the use of sensing data. Furthermore, by using the optical path selection function of the APN-Gateway (APN-G) 2, which composes APN, a single optical fiber sensing device can measure multiple existing communication optical fibers connected to APN-G. Thus, optical fiber sensing in conjunction with the IOWN APN has the potential to realize low-cost, prompt and flexible urban monitoring across a wide plane (Figure 1), and these advantages are described in the IOWN Global Forum publication [4].With the aim of social implementation of optical fiber sensing using IOWNs, the four companies constructed a connection configuration that enables optical fiber sensing via APN-G, and conducted wide-area traffic flow monitoring on open roads. Several examples of traffic flow monitoring using optical fiber sensing have been reported [5], but this is the first case of wide area monitoring along multiple open roads.Figure 1: Wide-Area Optical Fiber Sensing Using IOWN2. Point of the technologyConstruction of a connection configuration that can add optical fiber sensing functions to the APN-GSince optical fiber sensing is measured using the round trip propagation of light, it is necessary to connect the optical fiber sensing instrument in a configuration that avoids devices (such as optical amplifiers) placed on the optical path of the APN that transmit light only in one direction. For this reason, we have devised and constructed a connection configuration between the APN-G and an optical fiber sensing device that uses a directional-coupler (optical circulator) to avoid a device (optical amplifier) that transmits light only in one direction of the APN-G and to extract the round trip sensing light (Figure 2).Utilizing optical fiber for communication installed in underground pipelinesSince the measurement is possible without any modification to the communication optical fiber cable or underground conduit, it is possible to obtain sensing data from a wide area by effectively utilizing existing facilities.Optimized vehicle speed analysis for open roadsUnlike long straight roads such as expressways, we conducted an analysis so that the speed and number of vehicles can be detected on short straight roads such as open roads with many intersections.Figure 2: Connection Configuration for Implementing Optical Fiber Sensing via IOWN APN3. Results of the joint experimentFive vibration sensing devices were connected to the APN-G to simultaneously measure surface vibration on five routes (Wiring totaling 37 km, covering 8 km in four directions) of existing optical fiber communication cables (laid underground on roads in Osaka City). By analyzing this traffic vibration with a vehicle speed analysis algorithm, we were able to visualize in real time the average vehicle speed of vehicles on open roads, the amount of traffic on the road and its changes over time in a 200 m mesh granularity (Figure 3). In addition, it was confirmed that the results of the analysis of vehicle speed and number of vehicles tended to agree with the correct data measured at five sites. (Demonstration period: December 2023 to January 2024: Data measurement; February to July 2024: Analysis and verification of usefulness).Figure 3: Wide-Area Monitoring Results of Traffic FlowTraffic flow meters on ordinary roads are installed at intervals of several kilometers only on major lines, requiring the permanent installation and operation of a huge number of sensors. However, optical fiber sensing linked to APN-G can flexibly monitor arbitrary points on optical fiber routes that extend to every corner of a city. It is expected to be used as a new social infrastructure, such as traffic congestion detection and prediction using traffic information collected from a wide area and application to urban traffic planning.The connection configuration of the optical fiber sensing device to the APN-G used in this study was adopted in the IOWN Global Forum publication [6].4. Role of each companyNTT: Devising and constructing a connection configuration to provide sensing functions to IOWN APNsNTT EAST: Calibration of vehicle speed and vehicle count positionNTT WEST: Selection of traffic vibration monitoring sites and selection and provision of facilities for demonstration testsNEC: Provision of APN-G and implementation of optical fiber vibration measurement and vehicle speed analysis5. OutlookBased on these achievements, we will continue developing the optical fiber sensing market using APNs collaborating with other companies, including discussions at the IOWN Global Forum. In addition, along with the nationwide expansion of APN, we aim to realize low-cost, wide-area urban monitoring that enables flexible sensing at arbitrary locations as long as it is connected with optical fiber, and does not require the installation and construction of permanent outdoor devices. In the future, we will promote R&D and co-creation activities aiming to solve social and regional issues through the social implementation of optical fiber sensing, with a perspective of various applications through urban monitoring, such as infrastructure monitoring, disaster prevention, and the realization of infrastructure design incorporating nature in urban planning.Reference(1) NTT EAST News Release, “NEC, Kashima, and NTT EAST succeeded in detecting construction vibration using the world's first optical fiber for communication," August 2023 https://www.ntt-east.co.jp/release/detail/20230824_01.html(2) NTT News Release, “World's first vibration sensing technology using telecommunication optical networks for making road snow removal decisions in heavy snowfall areas,” November 2023 https://group.ntt/en/newsrelease/2023/11/09/pdf/231109aa.pdf(3) NTT EAST News Release, “Start of the operation of communication facility maintenance using optical sensing technology toward the IOWN era," May 2022 https://www.ntt-east.co.jp/release/detail/20220516_01.html(4) IOWN Global Forum Functional Architectures “Fiber Sensing for Open APN 1.0" https://iowngf.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IOWN-GF-RD-FS_for_Open_APN-1.0.pdf(5) NEC News Release, " NEC provides AI-based traffic monitoring system with fiber-optic sensing technology for NEXCO CENTRAL," May 2022 www.nec.com/en/press/202205/global_20220524_01.html (6) IOWN Global Forum Functional Architectures “Fiber Sensing for Open APN 2.0" https://tinyurl.com/4ywj7bem About NTTNTT contributes to a sustainable society through the power of innovation. We are a leading global technology company providing services to consumers and businesses as a mobile operator, infrastructure, networks, applications, and consulting provider. Our offerings include digital business consulting, managed application services, workplace and cloud solutions, data center and edge computing, all supported by our deep global industry expertise. We are over $97B in revenue and 330,000 employees, with $3.6B in annual R&D investments. Our operations span across 80+ countries and regions, allowing us to serve clients in over 190 of them. We serve over 75% of Fortune Global 100 companies, thousands of other enterprise and government clients and millions of consumers.About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at www.nec.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HIROSHIMA, Japan, Oct 1, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mazda Motor Corporation today released on the company's official website the Mazda Integrated Report 2024*1, which summarizes Mazda Group's value creation initiatives over the medium- and long-term from both financial and non-financial perspectives.The Integrated Report is a comprehensive compilation of Mazda's medium- and long-term management policies grounded in the concept of “creating the joy of living by delivering a joy of driving to customers that is matched to the times,” solutions and approaches to social challenges based on ESG*2 perspectives including carbon neutrality and electrification. The 2024 edition continues to the focus on our value creation process, increases the information relevant ESG disclosures and shows the progress Mazda has made in monozukuri (engineering and manufacturing), tsunagarizukuri (creating human connections) and hitozukuri (nurturing the development of individuals) initiatives in line with our Management Policy up to 2030. Furthermore, it has also included our approach to capital allocation and explanations of the way in which we have orientated initiatives to enhance corporate value over the medium- and long-term. With this, we have endeavored to communicate to our stakeholders in order to deepen their understanding about the value creation story for realizing our corporate philosophy.Mazda will continue to pursue the 'Joy of Driving' under its core Human Centric value, and aim to deliver 'Joy of Living' by creating moving experiences in customers' daily lives.Mazda Integrated Report 2024 ContentsCHAPTER 1 ABOUT MAZDA:CEO Message, History of Mazda's Growth, etc.CHAPTER 2 GROWTH STRATEGY:Value Creation Process, Management Policy up to 2030,CFO Message, etc.CHAPTER 3 VALUE CREATION INITIATIVES: Monozukuri (challenge of creating new value from the perspective of the customer’s experience), Tsunagarizukuri (creating human connections that grow our business) and Hitozukuri (organizational culture reform for fulfilling purpose)CHAPTER 4 GOVERNANCE:Corporate Governance, Conversation between Mazda’sOutside Directors, etc.CHAPTER 5 DATA SECTION:ESG Data, Company Profile, etc.Our Sustainability webpage provides more detailed descriptions of our ESG initiatives and actual data. Those of 2024 are scheduled to be posted on our website around the end of October.Mazda's Official WebsiteMazda Integrated Report https://www.mazda.com/en/investors/library/annual/Mazda Sustainability webpage https://www.mazda.com/en/sustainability/(1) The English version of the Mazda Integrated Report 2024 will be available in the end of October 2024.(2) ESG: Management and business activities that take into account Environment, Social, and Governance perspectives.For more information, visit www.mazda.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KARIYA, JAPAN, Oct 1, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DENSO CORPORATION and ROHM Co., Ltd. hereby announce that the two companies have agreed to start consideration of strategic partnership in the semiconductor field.As the development and spread of electric vehicles accelerate toward the realization of carbon neutrality, the demand for electronic components and semiconductors required for electrification of vehicles is rapidly increasing. In addition, semiconductors are becoming increasingly important as products that support the intelligence of vehicles, such as automated driving and connectivity which are expected to contribute to eliminating fatalities in traffic accidents, and are essential to the realization of a sustainable society.DENSO and ROHM have been working together through trade and development of semiconductors for automotive applications. Going forward, both companies will consider this partnership to achieve a stable supply of highly reliable products, as well as for various initiatives to develop high-quality and high-efficiency semiconductors that contribute to a sustainable society.To further solidify the partnership, DENSO will acquire a portion of ROHM's shares.DENSO CORPORATION President & CEO, Shinnosuke HayashiDENSO positions semiconductors as key devices for realizing next-generation vehicle systems and we have deepened our cooperative relationships with semiconductor manufacturers who have abundant experience and knowledge. ROHM has a lineup of semiconductors in a wide range of areas important for automotive electronics, including analog semiconductors, power devices, and discrete semiconductors, and has extensive mass production experience. We believe that by integrating the automotive technologies and expertise we have cultivated over the years, we will be able to ensure a stable supply and accelerate technological development.ROHM Co., Ltd. President (Representative Director), Isao MatsumotoGlobal Tier 1 manufacturer DENSO and ROHM have been deepening collaboration for many years, and in recent years we have been working on joint development of analog semiconductors. We believe that the partnership with DENSO and the acquisition of shares by DENSO will further strengthen our cooperative relationship. To realize carbon neutrality, it is important to collaborate on technology at the device level with an eye toward end products and systems. We believe that we can contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by deepening our integration with DENSO, who has advanced system construction capabilities in the automotive and industrial equipment fields.About DENSO CORPORATIONGlobally headquartered in Kariya, Japan, DENSO is a $47.2 billion leading mobility supplier that develops advancedtechnology and components for nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today. With manufacturing at its core, DENSO invests in around 180 facilities worldwide to provide opportunities for rewarding careers and to produce cutting-edge electrification, powertrain, thermal and mobility electronics products, amongothers, that change how the world moves. In developing such solutions, the company’s 162,000 global employees are paving the way to a mobility future that improves lives, eliminates traffic accidents, and preserves the environment. DENSOspent around 7.7 percent of its global consolidated sales on research and development in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. For more information about DENSO’s operations worldwide, visit www.denso.com/global. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Sept 30, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech company committed to making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, today announced the launch of VISERA S1, the all-in-one imaging platform with stroboscopy. The new video platform integrates advanced diagnostic capabilities, including NBI (Narrow Band Imaging) technology2, and forms part of the expanding Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) solution from Olympus. The company will first launch VISERA S from September 2024 in Europe and parts of Asia and Oceania. VISERA S will later be introduced in other regions after product registration has been approved by the local regulatory bodies.Designed to help improve ENT diagnostic efficiency and patient experience, VISERA S offers an integrated video diagnosis system that brings NBI to a range of patient settings, from outpatient offices to private practices. With VISERA S, the clinician can switch between white light, NBI and stroboscopy capabilities and use the sharp HD quality visualization to detect, characterize and treat ENT disease.VISERA S VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER OLYMPUS OTV-S500An all-in-one platform with NBI and advanced visualizationVISERA S, with its improved color resolution, depth of field and minimized noise, is expected to improve the contrast and visibility of vascular structures and mucosa.Integrated model with video system center and multiple light sourcesIn previous models, the video system and strobe light source were separated, but VISERA S integrates them into a single unit. This allows switching between white light mode, NBI and stroboscopy modes at the touch of a button, which is expected to improve operability.Expanded compatibilityEnhancing Olympus’ commitment to continuous diagnostic and patient-centered innovation, VISERA S supports a HD camera head, which provides higher image quality than the legacy video platform. VISERA S is also highly adaptable by being compatible with other Olympus scopes, camera heads, monitors and other existing video equipment.Streamline and simplify patient careVISERA S is engineered to reduce effort and improve patient experience without complexity. While previous models could only store still images, the new imaging platform can store higher-quality still images and record video, capturing a comprehensive procedural record and contributing to comprehensive reporting.Comment from Martijn Koster, Global ENT Business Unit Leader at Olympus“VISERA S brings the power of early, patient-friendly diagnosis to the office, outpatient and private practice ENT care settings. By listening and innovating around the needs of our customers and their patients, we envision that the variety of diagnostic tools on the VISERA S can potentially diagnose disease earlier in the patient care pathway. The VISERA S will help ENT physicians deliver next-generation diagnostic imaging that advances their efforts to save lives through earlier diagnosis.”1 This product is also applicable to urology and obstetrics and gynecology.2 NBI (Narrow band imaging) is an imaging technique for examining features such as the small blood vessels in mucosa and the surface patterns. NBI highlights tissue by illuminating it with two narrow bands (wavelengths) of light that are absorbed by the hemoglobin in blood without making use of a fluorescence dye.About OlympusAt Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states. For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world. For more information, visit https://www.olympus-global.com/ and follow our global X account: @Olympus_Corp.Media contact:Mail: Global-Public_Relations@olympus.com Olympus Corp [TYO: 7733] [ADR: OLYMY] [STU: OLY1] [FRA: OLYS] https://www.olympus-global.com Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KAWASAKI, Japan, Sept 30, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the launch of Takane, a large language model (LLM) designed for enterprise use in secure private environments. Developed in collaboration with Cohere Inc., (1) Takane represents a significant leap forward in generative AI capabilities, offering world-class Japanese language capabilities.Fujitsu will integrate this new LLM into its generative AI services on Fujitsu Kozuchi and offer it through Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS (DI PaaS), an all-in-one operation platform that is part of Fujitsu Uvance, Fujitsu’s portfolio of solutions addressing cross-industry societal challenges. Takane will be available globally starting September 30, 2024.Takane, which has achieved world-leading results on the Japanese General Language Understanding Evaluation (JGLUE) benchmark (2), is designed for enterprise use in a secure private environment. Fujitsu will offer Takane alongside its generative AI framework for enterprises which comprises knowledge graph extended RAG technology for referencing large-scale text and monitoring technology for generative AI that ensures output is compliant with laws, regulations, and corporate rules. With this comprehensive approach, Fujitsu aims to create an LLM that supports customers' business transformation.With the launch of Takane, Fujitsu elevates its generative AI offerings on Fujitsu Kozuchi with a high-precision LLM tailored for secure private environments. This strategic move aligns with Fujitsu's vision for seamlessly integrating generative AI into business operations.Takane will also be provided under an initiative to deliver total support for customers' generative AI journeys by combining the LLM with its Uvance Wayfinders consulting service and broader Fujitsu Uvance offerings. With this comprehensive approach, Fujitsu aims to empower customers to unlock new value and address societal issues by enhancing productivity, creativity, and innovation in their business operations.Vivek Mahajan, Corporate Vice President, CTO, CPO, Fujitsu Limited, comments:“Takane represents a key part of Fujitsu’s AI strategy, which was unveiled last year. Takane will empower companies in industries that demand the highest level of security to harness the power of generative AI. Fujitsu is committed to creating new value for businesses by developing cutting-edge AI technologies. This commitment fuels our three growth drivers: modernization, Fujitsu Uvance, and consulting, which are all powered by our innovative technology.”Yoshinami Takahashi, Corporate Vice President, COO, Fujitsu Limited, comments:“Fujitsu Uvance supports our customers’ business growth and the resolution of societal challenges through advanced decision-making supported by data and AI. We are excited to offer Takane, a state-of-the-art LLM specifically optimized for the Japanese language to a wider audience via our DI PaaS platform. We are dedicated to support customer’s business transformation by bringing the most advanced AI to market, not only through our own innovations, but also by collaborating with our global partners.”Aidan Gomez, Co-founder and CEO, Cohere Inc., comments:"We are very excited to bring Takane’s advanced Japanese LLMs to global enterprises. Our partnership with Fujitsu accelerates AI adoption in this critically important market by offering secure, performant AI designed specifically for business use across Japanese and other languages."Growing demand for specialized LLMs optimized for Japanese business needsThe adoption of generative AI is increasing globally across industries including marketing and customer service. However, general-purpose LLMs are often delivered through public cloud services and are therefore not suitable for use in industries handling confidential data and for tasks requiring compliance with laws, regulations, and industry rules. Furthermore, characteristics of the Japanese language, including the mixed use of multiple character types, omitted subjects, and honorific expressions also pose significant hurdles for general-purpose LLMs, limiting their accuracy and reliability in business contexts. A highly accurate Japanese LLM is especially important for sectors including government, finance, healthcare, and law, where even minor language errors can have serious consequences.Takane features1. Strong Japanese language capabilitiesTakane is based on Cohere's LLM Command R+ and combines Fujitsu’s extensive knowledge in developing Japanese-specialized LLMs with Cohere's expertise in creating task-specific language models. Takane will be offered exclusively by Fujitsu around the world. Through additional training and fine-tuning to enhance Japanese language capabilities, Takane has achieved industry-leading performance on the JGLUE benchmark for Japanese language understanding, surpassing competitors (3) in natural language inference (JNLI), reading comprehension (JSQuAD) tasks, and semantic understanding and syntactic analysis as demonstrated by its top ranking on the Nejumi LLM leaderboard3. Takane further includes Command R+’s multilingual support (covering 10 languages) and its ability to automate business processes.2. Secure private environmentTakane is a medium-sized LLM that can be used in a secure, private environment. This allows for its safe use in industries where data breaches are a concern, such as finance, manufacturing, and the security sectors, which all handle sensitive data.3. Specialization through fine-tuningTakane can be further specialized for customer operations through fine-tuning and customization using company data. Cohere's RAG technology in combination with Fujitsu’s knowledge graph extended RAG and generative AI auditing technologies further facilitate compliance with laws and regulations, as well as industry and corporate rules. Fine-tuning and RAG technology make it possible to use Takane even in industries with specialized terminology and frequent regulatory revisions, such as the financial industry.Fujitsu will offer Takane through its DI PaaS platform, thereby creating a business application that combines data and AI. DI PaaS empowers organizations to unify vast, disparate data sources, both internal and external, and glean meaningful insights. By enabling seamless connection and analysis of data across departments and industries, DI PaaS helps customers to unlock new knowledge and solutions, and fosters data-driven innovation across organizations.Fujitsu will unlock increased productivity and creativity and continue supporting customers’ business transformation through AI/data integration.Takefumi Yamamoto, Operating Officer, Deputy Group Chief Information Officer, Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., comments:“In fiscal 2023, we conducted joint trials with Fujitsu to explore the potential of generative AI in system development and maintenance. Since fiscal 2024, we have been using Fujitsu Kozuchi to enhance system quality by streamlining parts of the system development process. Now, with the launch of the enterprise LLM Takane, we are excited to unlock even greater possibilities. By leveraging knowledge graph extension RAG and other cutting-edge technologies, we will be able to utilize our internal knowledge much more efficiently. We’re committed to continuously improving the quality and resilience of our system development and maintenance processes, and we believe ‘Takane’ will be a valuable tool in achieving this goal.”Shoji Tanaka, Ph.D, Senior General Manager, Corporate AI Strategy Division, Deputy Senior General Manager, DX Innovation Center, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, comments:“Takane seamlessly merges the world-class technologies of Fujitsu and Cohere. This powerful combination opens up a whole new realm of possibilities for the generative AI market in Japan, and I am excited to see what the future holds for both companies.”Yuki Shuto, Partner, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Asia Pacific Leader of Technology, Media and Telecommunications, Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC, comments:"Generative AI has moved beyond proof-of-concept in numerous organizations, transitioning into a phase of full-scale integration across products, services, and operations. The key to success will be secure, reliable LLMs that enable organizations to confidently share and leverage their data. Takane, with its enhanced Japanese language capabilities, holds immense potential to accelerate transformation within Japanese businesses and government agencies. Deloitte Tohmatsu, in collaboration with Fujitsu, is committed to unlocking the full potential of generative AI and contributing to the growth of Japan's economy and society.”Takafumi Yano, CEO, RUTILEA, Inc., comments:“Under our slogan ‘AI Made Easy,’ we are committed to providing highly accurate AI services that will enable the integration of AI into all business processes. We are currently pursuing vertical AI initiatives in specific industries, including central government, local governments, the automotive industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and power procurement optimization. In 2024, we will launch an AI development platform business with the establishment of a GPU data center in Okuma Town, Futaba District, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. 'Takane' holds the potential to significantly accelerate the adoption of AI in various vertical industries across Japan. We look forward to the day when we can contribute to its development and utilization."[1]Cohere Inc: Headquarters: Toronto, Ontario, Canada; San Francisco, California, USA; Co-founder and CEO: Aidan Gomez[2]Achieved world-leading results on the Japanese General Language Understanding Evaluation (JGLUE) benchmark: Takane outperformed other LLMs on JGLUE, including large-scale, general-purpose LLMs provided through cloud services. For JNLI and JCoLA, there was uncertainty in the correct data (ground truth), so the correct data were corrected by multiple annotators and measured as reference values (as measured by Fujitsu and Cohere in September 2024).[3]Surpassing competitors: On the Nejumi LLM Leaderboard 3, which evaluates the Japanese language capabilities of LLM models, Takane achieved the highest performance in the semantic understanding category with a score of 0.862 and in the syntactic analysis category with a score of 0.773 (as measured by Fujitsu and Cohere in September 2024).[4]JGLUE: Japanese version of GLUE (General Language Understanding Evaluation) (JGLUE: Japanese General Language Understanding Evaluation; Kentaro Kurihara (Waseda University), Daisuke Kawahara (Waseda University), Tomohide Shibata, 28th Annual Meeting of the Language Processing Society of Japan (NLP2022))[5]JSTS: Task to estimate the semantic similarity between a pair of sentences.[6]JCoLA: Task for syntactic evaluation of Japanese language models[7]JNLI: Task for natural language inference that recognizes the inference relationship between a premise sentence and a hypothesis sentence.[8]JCommonsenseQA: Task to assess commonsense reasoning ability.[9]JSQuAD: Machine reading comprehension task to evaluate ability to read a document and answer questions about it.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. 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