AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoClean-Energy Technology: Tokyo has selected Kyoto University spinout Rhinoflux to test a system that turns wet sewage sludge into electricity without combustion, while capturing high-purity carbon dioxide. The 18-month demonstration will run at a sewage treatment plant. Japan’s Tech Sector: The Nikkei fell nearly 6% as global AI-linked shares plunged, amid investor concerns about spending, returns and possible tighter U.S. rules on data-centre construction. Cybersecurity: Japan is seeking early access to software vulnerability information from U.S. AI firms as cyberattacks rise, aiming to give organizations more time to protect systems. Autonomous Vehicles: Toyota and Waymo are advancing a partnership to bring self-driving taxis to Japan, with Toyota set to build vehicles using Waymo’s driving technology. Quantum Research: Japanese researchers have powered up a quantum computer built from single atoms, a design that could avoid the need for a giant freezer.
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