ITBusinessToday Weekly News Roundup
In Tech news this week…
Fujisoft and its partner have unveiled Fujisoft , a no-code cloud ERP solution designed to streamline digital transformation for businesses of all sizes. The new platform aims to make ERP deployment faster, more flexible, and cost-efficient for enterprises in Japan and beyond.
🔹 In Industrial Tech news this week…
Nichietsu Inc. has raised ¥300 million in fresh funding to accelerate the development of its cutting-edge factory robotics. The investment will bolster its mission to automate heavy-duty transport tasks and revolutionize manufacturing workflows.
🔹 In FinTech news this week…
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has made a strategic investment in clean-fuel startup iPeace223. This collaboration is geared toward innovating the future of sustainable maritime transport through advanced hydrogen fuel solutions.
🔹 In HR Tech news this week…
NTT DATA Group Corp. is taking worker safety to new heights with its Edge AI-powered solution. This initiative uses advanced sensing and analytics to protect frontline employees in high-risk environments, reflecting the company’s commitment to workplace innovation.
🔹 In MarTech news this week…
Eleven Labs, in partnership with Spark, has introduced a Japanese Voice AI system aimed at transforming customer experience in Japan. This AI-driven solution replicates human-like speech patterns, helping brands deliver localized, authentic engagement.
🔹 In GovTech news this week…
Shiftplus Inc. has expanded its AI-based municipal support tool, Zevo, now enhanced with Gemini 2.0. The update provides deeper automation and decision-support capabilities for local governments, enabling smarter public services.
🔹 In Health Tech news this week…
Cardio Diagnostics Inc. has secured a Japanese patent for its AI-driven heart disease detection platform. This patent underscores the company’s expanding global footprint and commitment to personalized, preventive cardiovascular care.
🔹 Article of the Week
The Decoupling Dilemma: What U.S. Tariffs Mean for Japan’s Role in the Global Supply Chain
As geopolitical tensions reshape trade, this deep dive explores how Japan’s manufacturing sector could shift amid U.S.-China tariff dynamics—and what it means for the future of global industry.
