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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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The Impact of 6G Technology on Japan’s Future Smart Cities
Introduction As the global competition toward 6G technology is on the rise, Japan is distinctly…
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Japan Display announced on February 12 that it will end panel production at its Mobara…
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NEC Combines Video Analysis and AI to Improve Work Quality
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AGEST releases beta version of AI-based development testing tool “TFACT” to automatically generate test procedures and reports
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System integrator sells SCM package “mcframe” for mid-sized process manufacturing companies
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Eoptic, Inc. and Prophesee Forge Strategic Partnership
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