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IBM Launches AI-Powered Initiative to Enhance Urban Resilience
IBM has launched five new projects to strengthen urban resilience. This is part of its global social impact initiative called the IBM Sustainability Accelerator. The company has issued a new request for proposals (RFP). This is for projects focused on "AI for Sustainable Consumption and Production." It aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (RFPRFP) 9 and 12. In early 2024, IBM launched an RFP. This aims to create safer, more resilient, and sustainable cities. It aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11. Five organizations were chosen from more than 100 applications. They will work with IBM experts to use AI solutions for important urban challenges. These organizations were chosen because they actively engage with their communities. They also use AI in new ways to boost urban resilience. Selected Organizations…
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Yamabiko’s overseas subsidiary and The Toro Company sign collaboration agreement to expand robotics solutions and technology
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Sansan signs partnership agreement with Awa Bank for “Bill One”
Sansan Inc. , which provides digital transformation services that change the way people work, is pleased to announce that it…
Kyocera Communication Systems and Hokkaido University Develop Snow-Running Delivery Robot
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