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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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Leading Mark, the provider of “Mikiwame,” raises 1.62 billion yen in funding and simultaneously releases a new product, “Mikiwame Management”
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GiftPad Inc., which supports digital transformation for local governments and companies, is pleased to announce…
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…
JDI gives up on in-house production of “Hinomaru OLED” and converts it into AI data center
Japan Display announced on February 12 that it will end panel production at its Mobara…
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NTT Telecom, Fuji City, and NTT Business Solutions Sign “Agreement on Demonstration Experiment to Solve Issues in the Water Supply Business Using Water Smart Meters in Fuji City”
NTT Telecom Corporation Chubu Branch, Fuji City, and NTT Business Solutions Corporation signed an agreement on "Agreement on a demonstration…
Ginger Payroll has added a new feature in thier Payroll System
Jinjer Inc., provider of the cloud-based human resources and labor system "Ginger," is pleased to announce that it has implemented…
NEC Unveils “EXPLANNER LINK” for Seamless ERP and Cloud Service Integration
NEC has announced the launch of "EXPLANNER LINK," a new service designed to facilitate data integration between its ERP solution,…
DirectCloud launches large-capacity storage plan for enterprises looking to make better use of data in the age of AI
Direct Cloud Co., Ltd., which promotes further utilization of document data with DirectCloud, will begin offering new "Enterprise Plus 50"…
Dentsu Institute Launches Human Capital Disclosure Diagnostic Tool “Rajinban”
Dentsu Institute Inc., a company that uses technology to evolve businesses and society, will begin offering "Rajinban", a tool that…
Hakuhodo launches “DATA GEAR Voice Analysis” to visualize and analyze voice of customer (VoC) using generative AI
Hakuhodo Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of “DATA GEAR Voice Analysis,” a consulting service that uses generative AI…
Hitachi Solutions provides solutions to support disaster prevention measures from the occurrence of weather disasters to recovery
Hitachi Solutions, Ltd. announced that it will begin offering the GeoMation Disaster Prevention Solution from April 1st. The solution overlays…
ITBusinessToday’s Weekly Roundup: Discover the Latest Tech & Business Updates from Japan
This week, Japan made headlines with cutting-edge innovations and strategic collaborations across technology, cybersecurity, and sustainable solutions. Here are the…