AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSatellite Networks: Rakuten AST won selection for Japan’s government-backed low-Earth-orbit project, with up to ¥148 billion in support to build direct-to-smartphone service by March 2029. Separately, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Mitsubishi Electric, NTT, MUFG and the Development Bank of Japan will study a mega-constellation for communications, Earth observation and other services. AI and Health: Sysmex and AI firm Hologen have formed Saibogen to use generative AI to extract insights from data produced by routine blood tests. The software will run through Sysmex analysers, which process about three billion blood counts a year; initial products are for research use. Semiconductor Research: Japan and Vietnam will fund six joint semiconductor research projects, deepening technology cooperation. Smart Rail: JR East plans walk-through ticket gates at 40 Tokyo-area stations in 2028, using ultra-wideband technology and the Mobile Suica app. Trials are due to begin at 14 stations in April 2027.
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