TOKYO, July 16, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), a company engaged in the industrial precious metals business of TANAKA, today announced that "TANAKA H2 Nexus", one of Japan's largest 500 kW pure hydrogen fuel cell power generation facilities, began operation on July 8, 2026, at the TANAKA Shonan Fuel Cell Power Plant in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The facility demonstrates TANAKA's commitment to support the transition to a hydrogen society not only as a material supplier of hydrogen technologies, but also as a user of hydrogen energy. It serves as an operational platform for hydrogen utilization, enabling the company to gain practical operational expertise that will support future technology development and business initiatives. A ceremony commemorating the commencement of operations was also held on July 8, 2026.

The facility also demonstrates TANAKA's commitment not only as a material supplier of hydrogen technologies but also as a user of hydrogen energy. Through the practical operation of the fuel cell power plant, TANAKA will accumulate knowledge and operational expertise related to hydrogen utilization and apply these insights to future technology development and business expansion, while supporting the broader adoption of hydrogen energy.

Background and Purpose of the Facility Installation

Since the 1980s, TANAKA has conducted research and development in the fields of fuel cells and hydrogen-related technologies based on its precious metal processing technologies. Currently, it has a world-leading supply record for precious metal catalysts for fuel cells. The company also develops and manufactures a broad range of technologies supporting the realization of a hydrogen society, including water electrolysis catalysts, gas reforming catalysts, precious metal-plated electrodes, and hydrogen permeable membranes.

The installation of this facility is intended to further advance TANAKA's fuel cell technologies developed over decades, while leveraging the insights gained through the practical use of hydrogen energy and business growth, thereby contributing to the realization of a hydrogen society.

In recent years, the use of hydrogen energy has expanded worldwide as the global transition toward decarbonization continues to accelerate. In the manufacturing sector as well, expectations for hydrogen are growing as a means to achieve both lower CO₂ emissions and a stable energy supply.

Powered by pure hydrogen, the facility is capable of supplying approximately 34% of the electricity consumed by TANAKA's nearby Shonan Plant when operating at maximum capacity, according to TANAKA's estimates. The facility marks an important step toward TANAKA's long-term goal of reducing CO₂ emissions while ensuring a stable energy supply through the practical use of hydrogen-powered electricity generation.

About the Ceremony Marking the Start of Operations

At the ceremony marking the start of operations, TANAKA presented an overview of the facility, the background behind the project, and its hydrogen business initiatives.

Representatives from the City of Hiratsuka, the City of Kawasaki, and Kanagawa Prefecture, who supported the project, attended the ceremony and delivered congratulatory remarks.

In addition, Toshiba Corporation, which supplied the fuel cell power generation system, gave a presentation on the installed equipment, while FC-Cubic provided an overview of trends in the hydrogen industry. Representatives involved in the construction of the facility and the procurement of hydrogen also attended, highlighting the significance of the project and TANAKA's ongoing commitment to advancing the realization of a hydrogen society.

At the ribbon-cutting ceremony held at the TANAKA Shonan Fuel Cell Power Plant in Hiratsuka, Koichiro Tanaka, Group CEO, TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd., delivered the remarks expressing his appreciation, stating:

"Today, I am very pleased that one of Japan's largest 500 kW pure hydrogen fuel cell power generation facilities has begun operation here in Shonan. The commencement of operations of this facility marks a new step forward—not only in developing and providing technologies that support the hydrogen society, but also in demonstrating their value through real-world application and sharing that value with society. We will continue contributing to the realization of a sustainable society through our precious metal technologies and hydrogen energy, while continuing to take the challenge of creating a better future for the next generation."

In his presentation, Tomoyuki Tada, COO, TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd., stated:

"Until now, TANAKA has contributed to the advancement of hydrogen technologies by developing precious metal-based materials. With the commencement of operations of this facility, we are now beginning to operate as a user of hydrogen energy ourselves. This will enable us to identify operational challenges under real-world operating conditions and share our findings. Going forward, we will further strengthen collaboration with our partner companies and work with stakeholders across the hydrogen industry to address these challenges, thereby helping realize a hydrogen society."

TANAKA will continue to leverage the expertise built over decades of research and development in hydrogen-related technologies to help realize a hydrogen society while advancing decarbonization.

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About TANAKA

Since its foundation in 1885, TANAKA has built a portfolio of products to support a diversified range of business uses focused on precious metals. TANAKA is a leader in Japan regarding the volume of precious metals it handles. Over many years, TANAKA has manufactured and sold precious metal products for industry and provided precious metals in such forms as jewelry and assets. As precious metals specialists, all Group companies in Japan and worldwide collaborate on manufacturing, sales, and technology development to offer a full range of products and services. With 5,778 employees, the group’s consolidated net sales for the fiscal year ended December 2025 were 1,097,813 million yen.

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TOKYO, June 30, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation ("Hitachi High-Tech") will establish Innovation Center Eindhoven ("the Center") at High Tech Campus Eindhoven*1 (The Netherlands, "the High Tech Campus") in July 2026. The High Tech Campus is a hub for advanced semiconductor - related technologies, and is one of the largest open innovation centers in Europe, where more than 12,500 employees and over 300 companies gather to develop technologies and products. The Center will conduct work on technology development through open innovation with local academia and deep tech companies*2. Open innovation on the High Tech Campus offers a one - stop environment for everything from principle validation to value validation for developing technologies, enabling new technologies to be brought to market and accelerating their time to market. This will create innovative digitalized assets that combine new technologies tailored to customer needs with advanced AI, including physical AI, and enable innovation on a global scale with a focus on the semiconductor field through HMAX Industry.

*1 https://hightechcampus.com/
*2 Deep tech companies: Companies that conduct business through scientific discoveries and innovative technologies that solve social issues and have a significant impact on people's lives and society

Back ground

Currently, data traffic volume is increasing due to the rapid spread of AI, and intense capital investment is being made into data centers and base stations. Furthermore, the semiconductor market is expected to develop and grow in future in line with increasing demand for semiconductor devices for automotive applications, such as in electric vehicles and autonomous driving, amid continued implementation of physical AI that functions in the real world. As the market continues to grow, continuous technological innovation is essential, and as semiconductors become smaller, more layered, and more complex, solutions need to be found to complex challenges in order to respond to these technological innovations.

History and Overview of Establishing the Center

Hitachi High - Tech is advancing research and development by strengthening collaboration with external partners such as academia and industry in order to solve these increasingly complex technical challenges for semiconductor manufacturers. As part of that, research on electron beam technology, which is a core technology of Hitachi High - Tech, has been conducted at Delft University of Technology*3, the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research*4, and other partners. While conducting various studies on the implementation of research results into products, Hitachi High - Tech decided to establish the Center in order to quickly provide value to customers by accelerating Lab to Fab*5 in the product development and production processes of Hitachi High - Tech. The High Tech Campus's rich knowledge of electron beams and semiconductors and culture of open innovation will enable rapid and innovative development, reduced time to market and faster launching of mass production. The Center will be operated mainly by Hitachi High - Tech Europe GmbH, and will actively promote various developments, not just the technologies currently under development, while also recruiting local staff. In addition, it will expand collaboration with academia and deep tech companies in various European regions, mainly in the Netherlands.

*3 https://www.tudelft.nl/en/
*4 https://www.tno.nl/en/
*5 Lab to Fab: A business model that provides integrated support from R&D to mass production, creating value such as reducing time from development to market launch (Time to Market).

Hitachi High - Tech belongs to the Industrial Solutions Business Unit in Hitachi's Connected Industries (CI) sector, and is focusing on HMAX Industry, a next - generation solutions group that combines domain knowledge and advanced AI with data from a rich installed base of products(digitalized assets). Hitachi High - Tech aims to become a leading company in physical AI, and through its core focus of providing industrial solutions centered on these technologies, aims to maximize lifetime value for our customers and transform industries globally to achieve a prosperous society.

The representative comment is as follows.

Otto van den Boogaard , CEO of High Tech Campus Eindhoven

We are honored to welcome Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH to High Tech Campus Eindhoven. Their presence creates new opportunities for collaboration with leading research institutes and industry partners in the semiconductor value chain.

Osamu Komuro , Senior Vice President and Executive Officer, and General Manager, Nano -Technology Solution Business Group of Hitachi High-Tech

The opening of the Innovation Center Eindhoven is an important step toward accelerating technological innovation and further enhancing customer value. At High Tech Campus Eindhoven, one of Europe’s leading open innovation hubs, Hitachi High-Tech will accelerate the creation of digitalized assets that combine enhancement of its core technologies with advanced AI through collaboration with academia and deep tech companies.

Kazuyoshi Matsukaze, Executive Officer of Hitachi High-Tech , and President, Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH

Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH have continuously strengthened our development capabilities in Europe through strategic investments, particularly in Germany and Belgium. With the establishment of a new hub in Eindhoven, a region that attracts diverse global talent, we are delighted that this will further enhance our ability to develop and propose innovative solutions and foster an environment for mutual growth and development with our customers.

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Hitachi High-Tech provides cutting-edge technologies, products and services to society and customers with its corporate vision of "Changing the World and Future with the Power of Knowledge" to contribute to a sustainable global environment, healthy, safe and secure lives, and the sustained development of science and industry. We manufacture and sell clinical analyzers, biotechnology products and radiation therapy systems in the healthcare field, semiconductor manufacturing and inspection equipment in the semiconductor field, as well as analytical systems and electron microscopes used in environmental fields and materials research. We are also engaged in a wide range of business areas globally, providing high value added solutions in battery, communication in frastructure, railway inspection, digital and other industrial and social infrastructure fields. We provide solutions through a deeper understanding of the issues facing society and our customers to contribute to realizing a sustainable society. The company's consolidated revenues for FY2025 were approx. JPY 821.7 billion. For further information, visit https://www.hitachi-hightech.com/global/en/ 

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TOKYO, June 17, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT, President: OHNO Hideo, Ph.D.), Sharp Corporation (Sharp, CEO: KAWAMURA Tetsuji), Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (Mitsubishi Chemical, President and CEO: CHIKUMOTO Manabu), and TECHLAB Co., Ltd. (TECHLAB, President and Representative Director: HATAKEYAMA Hiroshi) jointly reduced the total weight of a planar antenna for NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network)*1 applications by 47% (from 5.5 kg to 2.9 kg) through a new heat dissipation device design.

This was achieved by integrating a CFRP*2 heat dissipation device using a composite material combining carbon fiber prepreg*3 and graphite sheet*4 into the NTN planar antenna. The required electrical performance of the planar antenna was also confirmed. In addition, operation including the modem was confirmed as a satellite communication user terminal.

The achievement greatly expands the range of mobility platforms on which the terminal can be deployed, including drones and vehicles. It is expected to support the establishment of communication links in mountainous areas and disaster-affected regions, real-time transmission of location information from various types of mobility, and future applications such as autonomous driving, thereby representing a major step toward the realization of NTN.

Background

In NTN, satellite communications enable high-speed connectivity even in environments where terrestrial mobile communications are difficult, such as mountainous areas, offshore locations, remote islands, and disaster-affected regions. On the other hand, NTN planar antennas for satellite communication user terminals require tracking functionality for satellites and HAPS*5. This tracking function generates significant heat, making high thermal conductivity and effective heat dissipation essential. In addition, further miniaturization and weight reduction are essential in order to mount satellite communication user terminals on diverse mobility platforms. To address these challenges, the four parties have been jointly conducting R&D on materials with both high thermal conductivity and low weight, along with the design, molding, integration, and evaluation of heat dissipation devices.

Achievements

NICT, Sharp, Mitsubishi Chemical, and TECHLAB jointly achieved a 47% reduction in the weight of an NTN planar antenna through a new heat dissipation device design. In this achievement, NICT identified design guidelines for lightweight heat dissipation devices based on the weight and thermal conductivity challenges of conventional aluminum heat dissipation devices for planar antennas and conducted R&D on the composition of the novel composite material and the device structure adopted in this work (see Figure 1).

Mitsubishi Chemical developed the carbon fiber prepreg and graphite sheet materials used in the composite material, while TECHLAB established the design and molding technology for a heat dissipation device using the composite material. This enabled the fabrication of a CFRP heat dissipation device that takes advantage of the material’s low weight and high thermal conductivity, achieving a device weight of less than 1 kg. Sharp then integrated this CFRP heat dissipation device into the NTN planar antenna and achieved a 47% weight reduction (5.5 kg to 2.9 kg) (see Figure 2, Figure 3). Evaluation of antenna characteristics confirmed that differences in the radiation pattern were within the measurement error range of the terminal and that there was no difference in receive gain characteristics.

Furthermore, the newly developed NTN planar antenna was integrated with a modem and other components, and operation was confirmed as a satellite communication user terminal. This demonstrated that a much lighter satellite communication user terminal can be realized, falling within the payload capacity of widely used industrial drones, and can be directly mounted and operated on a wide range of mobility platforms, including drones and vehicles, thereby expanding the range of applicable mobility platforms.

Future Prospects

Going forward, the partners will conduct more detailed evaluations of heat dissipation performance and mountability, while studying optimal heat dissipation device designs for different terminal configurations and applications. With a view to practical implementation of ultra-compact and lightweight satellite communication user terminals for mobility applications, the partners will continue prototyping and demonstration efforts and aim to contribute to the future realization of NTN.

Roles of each organization

- NICT: Overall design and simulation of antennas for ultra-miniaturization and lightweight structures, including heat dissipation designs
- Sharp: Development of LEO satellite communication user terminals utilizing miniaturization and communication technologies cultivated in smartphone design
- Mitsubishi Chemical: Development of new lightweight, high thermal conductivity composite materials for heat dissipation plates
- TECHLAB: Molding and processing technologies for the new composite materials 

TOKYO, June 17, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Sharp Corporation introduces the AQUOS R11 high-end smartphone. In addition to a function that uses AI to automatically adjust the zoom level according to the subject, it newly features capabilities that create a comfortable space by lighting and sound. These enhancements not only improve usability during photography but also expand the ways users can enjoy their smartphones in everyday life. Sales will begin sequentially in Japan and Taiwan on and after July 9 of this year (*1).

The camera has been supervised by Leica Camera AG (Headquarters: Wetzlar, Germany). Equipped with a high-resolution triple camera system—50.3 MP standard, 50.3 MP ultra-wide, and 38.5 MP telephoto—it supports a wide range of shooting scenarios, from everyday snapshots to expansive landscapes and distant subjects.

AI-powered camera functions have also been further enhanced. The newly introduced Smart Fit Zoom allows users to simply tap a dedicated icon, after which AI automatically adjusts the zoom level according to the subject, enabling well-balanced compositions centered on the intended subject. In addition, the Privacy Safe feature (*2) automatically detects and masks (*3) text such as signs and billboards at the time of capture, helping protect privacy when sharing images on social media.

By combining ease of operation with natural, subject-optimized image results, the camera delivers a photography experience that embodies the concept: Simple, yet stunning.

The new Akarium feature uses a light positioned at the center of the rear camera ring to gently notify users of incoming calls, messages, and other alerts. The lighting incorporates eight colors inspired by hues found in nature. In addition, healing sounds recorded from nature, synchronized with lighting effects modeled after elements such as a campfire and a flowing stream, create a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere for moments like before bedtime or during breaks (*2).

The display features a high-brightness Pro IGZO OLED with a peak brightness of 3,600 nits. With its Smart Outdoor View feature, which brightens low-tone areas according to ambient lighting conditions, dark areas of images are clearly visible even under strong sunlight or in dim outdoor environments.

The device is powered by the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, delivering high processing performance and smooth operation. In addition, a large-capacity 5,100 mAh battery and newly designed heat-dissipation components enable stable, long-duration enjoyment of activities such as video streaming and gaming.

Outstanding Features

1. AI-powered camera features, from automatic zoom adjustment to enhanced privacy protection
2. Equipped with Akarium, a feature that creates a comfortable atmosphere through light and sound
3. Enhanced peak brightness and automatic correction of low-tone areas ensure clear visibility and a comfortable viewing experience, even under strong sunlight or in dim outdoor conditions

*1 The release date may vary depending on the carrier.
*2 Prior setup is required.
*3 Detection results may vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions.

Outstanding Features

1. AI-powered camera features, from automatic zoom adjustment to enhanced privacy protection

The newly introduced Smart Fit Zoom allows users to simply tap a dedicated icon, enabling AI to automatically adjust the zoom level according to the subject and capture well-balanced compositions focused on the intended subject. In addition, the Privacy Safe feature automatically detects and masks text such as signs and billboards at the time of capture, helping protect privacy when sharing images on social media. Furthermore, when photographing a My Number Card for identity verification, fields such as gender and organ donor consent are also automatically masked.

In addition, when taking group photos, the camera can generate a single image in which everyone's eyes are naturally open by combining multiple shots. When capturing documents, it removes shadows and corrects perspective distortion, ensuring that text remains clear and easy to read.

2. Equipped with Akarium, a feature that creates a comfortable atmosphere through light and sound

The new Akarium feature uses a light positioned at the center of the rear camera ring to gently notify users of incoming calls, messages, and other alerts. The lighting incorporates eight colors inspired by hues found in nature. In addition, under the supervision of sound designer Shinya Kiyokawa, healing sounds recorded from nature are synchronized with lighting effects inspired by elements such as a campfire, a flowing stream, and sunlight filtering through trees, creating a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere for moments like before bedtime or during breaks.

The device design was supervised by miyake design, founded by designer Kazushige Miyake. The camera ring retains its distinctive free-curve form—neither a perfect circle nor a square. Featuring glossy glass materials and a gently rounded form, the design fits comfortably in the hand while delivering a simple yet premium feel. The lineup includes three distinctive color options that highlight individual style.

3. Enhanced peak brightness and automatic correction of low-tone areas ensure clear visibility and a comfortable viewing experience, even under strong sunlight or in dim outdoor conditions

The approximately 6.5-inch Pro IGZO OLED display has been enhanced to achieve a peak brightness of 3,600 nits—1.2 times higher than the previous model (*4). With Smart Outdoor View, low-tone areas are automatically brightened according to ambient lighting conditions, suppressing black crush and ensuring that details remain clearly visible. In addition, the bezels surrounding the display have been reduced by approximately 21.7 %, achieving a large-screen experience while maintaining a comfortable, easy-to-hold form factor. On the audio side, Dolby Atmos®-compatible full-metal BOX speakers deliver immersive sound, from deep bass to clear high sound range.

The device is powered by the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, achieving performance improvements over the previous model of approximately 13 % in CPU and approximately 40 % in GPU (*4). Combined with an enlarged vapor chamber heat dissipation system and the series' largest 5,100 mAh battery, the device maintains stable performance even during demanding gameplay, enabling comfortable use over extended periods.

*4 Compared with the 2025 model AQUOS R10.

Other Features

Equipped with the AI-powered Vocalist feature that eliminates noise in real time. By registering your voice in advance, the AI can identify and suppress voices other than your own as well as surrounding noise during calls, allowing only your voice to be transmitted to the other party. This enables clear and comfortable communication without concern for location, even in environments with loud background noise or announcements.

Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 is used on both the front and rear, delivering high durability with enhanced resistance to drops. In addition to a design compliant with MIL standards (*5), the device offers dust resistance and IP69-rated water resistance (*6), ensuring comfortable use across a wide range of scenarios, from everyday settings to outdoor environments.

A new Home Deco feature (*2) enables users to customize wallpapers and fonts to create a home screen tailored to their personal preferences. In addition, Lock Photo Shuffle uses AI to automatically select and display recommended photos from the device on the lock screen, allowing users to enjoy their memories each time they check their display.

As an optional accessory to further enhance the enjoyment of Akarium, Sharp has collaborated with the smartphone accessory brand temari (*7). The lineup includes three colors inspired by a campfire, a flowing stream, and sunlight filtering through trees. By placing this accessory over the rear camera ring, the light is diffused randomly, expanding the range of ambient lighting effects.

*5 Testing has been conducted in accordance with impact (drop) resistance standards based on the U.S. Department of Defense procurement criteria (MIL-STD-810G). The performance of this product has been verified under test conditions and does not guarantee the operation of all functions under all actual usage conditions. Furthermore, it does not guarantee that the device will remain free from damage or malfunction under all impact conditions.
*6 Testing has been conducted in accordance with 15 items of the U.S. Department of Defense procurement standard (MIL-STD-810H), including water resistance (immersion), water resistance (rain), vibration resistance, humidity resistance, high-temperature storage (fixed), high-temperature storage (cyclic), high-temperature operation (fixed), high-temperature operation (cyclic), low-temperature operation, low-temperature storage, temperature durability (thermal shock), low-pressure storage, low-pressure operation, icing (condensation), and icing (freezing).The performance of this product has been verified under test conditions and does not guarantee the operation of all functions under all actual usage conditions. Furthermore, it does not guarantee that the device will remain free from damage or malfunction under all impact conditions.
*7 Sales of the accessory will be handled by IRIS Co., Ltd. (Head office: Ota City, Gunma Prefecture; President: Kogoro Osumi). For details, please visit the company's website: https://iris-pro.com/all/aquos-r1xtemari/ (in Japanese).

*8 35 mm conversion.
*9 Actual usable battery capacity may vary.

• AQUOS, the AQUOS logo, and the AQUOS R logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation.
• Osaifu-Keitai is a registered trademark of NTT Docomo, Inc.
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• Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.
• Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
• Other product names and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Information on this product is also available on the following website:
https://jp.sharp/k-tai/ (in Japanese)

About Sharp

For more than 110 years, Sharp Corporation has been developing pioneering, world‑first and industry-first products and technologies primarily in electronics. Based on its business creed "Sincerity and Creativity" the company has established its corporate slogan "In step with your future." and aims to create New Cultures through innovative products and services in every aspect of how people live and work.

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TOKYO and SANTA CLARA, CA. June 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, “Hitachi”) and Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC, “Intel”) today announced a strategic collaboration to explore opportunities that advance physical AI, advanced computing, and next-generation digital infrastructure across manufacturing, energy, mobility and other critical industries. Through the collaboration, the companies plan to combine Hitachi’s information technology (IT) expertise, deep operational technology (OT) and product manufacturing knowledge with Intel’s advanced computing capabilities and silicon-based platforms to develop next-generation compute capabilities and industry solutions that help organizations modernize operations, improve efficiency, and build more intelligent, resilient infrastructure systems.

The companies plan to work together across five strategic pillars-foundry tools, quantum computing, energy optimization, custom silicon and edge-AI applications, and factory automation-to create new solutions and optimize existing processes.

In the area of foundry tools, Hitachi gathers high-precision data generated from its market leading metrology systems, dimension scanning electron microscopes (CD-SEMs), as well as etching systems, on the integrated platform “ExTOPE.” Leveraging physical AI, Hitachi uses that data to enable predictive diagnostics and maintenance optimization, contributing to improved yield, shorter time to market, and enhanced quality in semiconductor manufacturing. For quantum computing, the collaboration will strengthen co-development efforts between R&D teams of Hitachi and Intel, accelerating the advancement of quantum technologies and creating new value. The partnership also aims to focus on energy optimization. Hitachi’s HMAX Energy will be deployed within Intel’s fabs to provide managed services for core power equipment, while Intel plans to supply high-voltage silicon chips to further improve Hitachi’s power systems. In addition, the two companies are exploring opportunities for collaboration in custom silicon, edge-AI applications and factory automation, leveraging their respective cutting-edge technologies.

“Building on more than 40 years of trust with Intel, we are delighted to launch a comprehensive strategic collaboration,” said Toshiaki Tokunaga, President & CEO, Hitachi, Ltd. “As the emergence of Physical AI brings a significant impact on our society, this collaboration will accelerate AI transformation across a wide range of industries that support social infrastructure. By combining Hitachi’s IT, OT, and products with Intel’s advanced computing capabilities, we are well positioned to advance the deployment of AI in mission-critical social infrastructure worldwide. We will also create new value in frontier fields such as quantum computing.”

“The coming wave of physical AI will transform the industrial edge of our economy through new advances in robotics, autonomous machines, and other AI edge devices,” said Lip-Bu Tan, CEO, Intel Corporation. “By combining Intel’s advanced computing and AI capabilities with Hitachi’s deep OT expertise and world class IT capabilities, we are uniquely positioned to help industries capture the enormous opportunity represented by physical AI at industrial scale. Together, we will accelerate the deployment of intelligent, real-world systems and bring the benefits of AI to more businesses and industries around the world.”

About Hitachi, Ltd.

Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi aims to be a global leader in continuously transforming social infrastructure through digital, contributing to a harmonized society where the environment, well being, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates worldwide across four sectors– Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – as well as a Strategic SIB Business Unit focused on new growth areas. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi creates valueby combining data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2025 (ended March 31, 2026) totaled 10,586.7 billion yen, with 606 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 290,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.

About Intel

Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) designs and manufactures advanced semiconductors that connect and power the modern world. Every day, our engineers create new technologies that enhance and shape the future of computing to enable new possibilities for every customer we serve. Learn more at intel.com. 

TOKYO, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation (MEBS, Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Iwao Oda) today announced that Taiwan Mitsubishi Elevator Co., Ltd. (TMEC), an MEBS group company that manufactures, sells, installs, and maintains elevators and escalators in Taiwan, has delivered 153 elevators and escalators for the first phase of the New Taipei Metro Sanying Line, which is scheduled to open in summer 2026.

For this project, TMEC delivered 40 elevators and 113 escalators for the 12 stations to be constructed in the first phase of the Sanying Line project, as well as for the administrative and rolling stock maintenance center. As Taiwan’s public transportation infrastructure continues to expand, the opening of this line is expected to improve access from the Sanxia and Yingge districts to central Taipei while reducing travel times.

Through their participation in this project, MEBS and TMEC are supporting safe and comfortable vertical mobility and contributing to the development of sustainable urban transportation in Taiwan.

Features of the Delivered Products

1) Enhancing safety as part of the public transportation infrastructure by equipping elevators for emergency operation during earthquakes
- The elevators are equipped with Earthquake Emergency Return operation control to facilitate rapid evacuation and passenger safety during earthquakes.

2) Improving station design and convenience by installing see-through and through-type elevators
- Of the 40 elevators, 19 are see-through models with glass specifications that create a bright and open atmosphere inside the station buildings.
- Six through-type elevators, with entrances on both the front and rear sides, are installed in locations where space is limited, enabling efficient passenger flow and effective use of space.

3) Improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact through escalator automatic speed control
- The escalators are equipped with an automatic speed control function that adjusts the operating speed according to the usage conditions.
- By eliminating unnecessary power consumption, this function improves energy efficiency, reduces operating costs, and minimizes environmental impact.

Overview of the New Taipei Metro Sanying Line

The New Taipei Metro Sanying Line is a fully elevated line extending 14.29 kilometers from Dingpu Station in New Taipei City through the Sanxia District to the Yingge District. The New Taipei City Government’s Department of Rapid Transit Systems is developing the line to connect Sanxia and Yingge, which have stable or growing populations despite the overall decline in Taiwan’s population, to existing railway lines, thereby improving access to central Taipei and reducing travel times.

At Dingpu Station, the Sanying Line connects with the Tucheng Line, and at Yingge Station, it connects with the Taiwan Railways Western Trunk Line. The new line will significantly improve convenience for communities along its route, including in the vicinity of National Taipei University. Future plans include a connection with the Taoyuan Metro Green Line, and the line is expected to contribute to regional economic development as a key part of the wide-area transportation network spanning the Taipei and Taoyuan metropolitan areas.

Product Specifications

Future Plans and Prospects

Since its establishment nearly 60 years ago in 1968, TMEC has contributed to enhancing mobility in Taiwan’s urban development and transportation infrastructure by providing elevators and escalators. Building on the advanced technologies and solid business foundation cultivated throughout its long history, TMEC recently completed the delivery of 153 elevators and escalators for the new Sanying Line, which is scheduled to open in 2026. These facilities will ensure safe and comfortable travel for passengers using the line, which is expected to become a vital new artery for New Taipei City.

MEBS and TMEC are committed to building on the foundation of technology and trust they have cultivated for many decades, passing it on to the next generation, and contributing to the development of safe, secure, and sustainable urban transportation in Taiwan.

Overview of TMEC

*The business operations and management of TMEC are handled by Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation.

About Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation

Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation is a consolidated subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation established in April 2022 that conducts a comprehensive range of operations in the building systems business, from development and manufacturing to maintenance and renewal. As a building solutions provider, we support the economic and social infrastructure through one-stop integrated solutions that combine a wide range of building-related products and services, including elevators, escalators, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, and building systems, as well as with our extensive experience in building operation and management, and advanced digital technology. From buildings to building complexes and even entire cities, we contribute to enriching human life in buildings and urban spaces by solving a wide variety of issues that are closely linked to people and society, with the ultimate aim of realizing smart cities. For more information, please visit www.mebs.com/

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KAWASAKI, Japan, May 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu today announced that its invention for improving the performance of scientific and technical computing has been awarded the prestigious Prime Minister's Prize at the 2026 National Commendation for Invention, presented by the Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation (JIII) [1] on May 26, 2026.

The award-winning invention, developed by Fujitsu in 2009, enables high-speed and high-precision scientific computing. The technology has made a significant contribution to the industry worldwide through its utilization in the K computer and the supercomputer Fugaku, jointly developed with RIKEN and Fujitsu, as well as in Arm®-based server products.

Overview

1. Award recipients [2] :
The Prime Minister’s Prize: Mikio Hondou, Fujitsu Limited
The Distinguished Service Prize for Employment of Invention [3] : Takahito Tokita, CEO, Fujitsu Limited
2. Invention title:
Invention of performance improvement of processing unit for scientific and technical calculations [4]
3. About the award-winning invention:
(1) Features of the invention
This award-winning invention enables the high-speed processing of mathematical functions crucial for scientific computing (Figure 1). It successfully reduced the number of instructions required for preprocessing the Taylor series expansion [5] to 1/3 (Figure 2) by defining special instructions that can be sped up while minimizing the increase in circuit scale. As a result, both the speed of calculation processing and the accuracy of calculation are maintained.
(2) Industrial applications
This invention enables faster and more accurate execution of supercomputer operations including structural analysis, collision analysis, and fluid analysis simulations for automobiles and aircraft, as well as simulations of global environmental predictions, earthquakes, and tsunamis. This contributes to industrial development and the creation of a safer society.
This technology was implemented in the K computer and Fugaku, and is now a standard feature [6] in the instruction set architecture designed and licensed by Arm, a leading compute platform company. Its inclusion in Arm-based server products used by hyperscalers has generated significant international impact. This technology is also incorporated into "FUJITSU-MONAKA", Fujitsu's next-generation processor for data centers, targeted for launch in 2027.
Furthermore, this technology is slated for integration into a new CPU tentatively named "FUJITSU-MONAKA-X", which will power the new flagship system, codenamed "FugakuNEXT" - the successor to Fugaku - currently under development by Fujitsu in collaboration with RIKEN and other organizations.

Figure 1: Hardware architecture (Red: invented features)

Figure 2: Result of instruction reduction

[1] Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation (JIII) :
Located in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Toshiaki Higashihara
[2] Award recipients :
Affiliations reflect those at the time of application.
[3] The Distinguished Service Prize for Employment of Invention
A prize for the representative of a company or organization that supported the completion of a highly advanced invention.
[4] Invention of performance improvement of processing unit for scientific and technical calculations :
Patent No. 5304483, filed in 2009 and registered in 2013.
[5] Taylor series expansion :
A calculation method for calculating trigonometric functions such as sin and cos, and exponential and logarithmic functions such as exp and log.
[6] Standard feature :
Initially adopted in the Armv8 SIMD extension specification SVE, and subsequently adopted as a standard in the latest Armv9 SVE/SVE2.

Fujitsu’s Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030.

Fujitsu’s purpose - “to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation” - is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.

About Fujitsu

Fujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsu

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN, May 21, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - Sharp Corporation will launch Poketomo, a Conversational AI character, on July 1 in Taiwan. This marks its first launch outside of Japan market.

Poketomo is a conversational AI character that stays close to "you", empathizing with your feelings-whether you're having fun, feeling happy, or feeling lonely-and offering a comforting presence and someone to talk to. Since its debut in December 2025, it has been welcomed by many customers and has engaged in countless conversations.

The Taiwan version (*1) of Poketomo supports conversations in Traditional Chinese. Both the Poketomo robot and smartphone app will be introduced as in Japan. The robot is palm-sized, measuring approximately 12 cm in height and weighing approximately 194g. It enables expressive communication through gestures and motions, as well as a rainbow-colored light on its belly. By linking with the app, conversations and memories continue seamlessly, helping Poketomo deepen its relationship with "you" over time.

Sharp has also launched official Taiwan Traditional Chinese social media accounts on Instagram and Threads. These channels will share a serialized comic depicting everyday moments of life with Poketomo, as well as videos that illustrate how customers might interact with Poketomo in daily life.

Today, May 20, Sharp held an unveiling event at Denwell Taipei (Taipei, Taiwan). Starting today, pre-orders are being accepted on a rolling basis at physical retail locations in Taiwan-including mobile device retailers and consumer electronics stores-as well as through various e-commerce sites (*2).

Highlights from the unveiling event

Venue: Denwell Taipei (Taipei, Taiwan)

Main Features

1. Poketomo launches in Taiwan, a first outside Japan
2. Inheriting core features and concept with Traditional Chinese language support
3. Pre-orders start from May 20 via retail stores and e-commerce sites in Taiwan

Poketomo Robot

Optional Accessories

About Sharp

For more than 110 years, Sharp Corporation has been developing pioneering, world‑first and industry-first products and technologies primarily in electronics. Based on its business creed "Sincerity and Creativity" the company has established its corporate slogan "In step with your future." and aims to create New Cultures through innovative products and services in every aspect of how people live and work.

For more information, please visit: https://global.sharp/