InnoUvators
INTERVIEW
Yusuke Nakano
Chicks, Sex and Tech
Using AI to solve the growing issue in the chick sexing industry
INTERVIEW
Tomoyuki Miyake
VFX; inheriting the legacy of SFX from Japanese movies
At 19 years old, Tomoyuki Miyake is fascinated by Tokusatsu, a Japanese movie genre with high amounts of special effects, including Godzilla and Gamera and has been pursuing CG and VFX techno
INTERVIEW
Naoki Ohmiya
A handy tool for easy, stress-free clinical examinations!
Prof. Naoki Ohmiya (Chairman, Department of Gastroenterology, Fujita Health University) is developing a "magnetically-controlled whole gastrointestinal tract capsule endoscope"
Keiichi Torimitsu
Small fabric - big impact
Yoshihiro Sejima
Can an irresistibly lovable robot be produced?
Yuichi Hirose
The day when 3D knitting machines will surpass 3D printers
News&Topics
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2020/05/28Cougar is revitalizing Japan's enterprise blockchain with support from the Ethereum Foundation
Cougar announced on May 25 that it will promote the revitalization of Japan's enterprise blockchain under the sponsorship of the Ethereum Foundation.
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2020/05/28Start of LUUP sharing service for compact electrically assisted bicycles
On May 25, Luup launched the LUUP sharing service for compact electrically assisted bicycles in 6 areas of Tokyo.
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2020/05/27Launch of “Mother Helper,” a digital maternal handbook with LINE consultation features
Compass launched “Mother Helper,” a maternal handbook support tool that utilizes LINE, on May 15.
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2020/05/25"pett," a service to easily search and make enquiries at veterinary clinics using LINE
Swandive launched "pett" on May 21 as a service to simplify taking care of your pet's health.
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2020/05/25ieCame network cameras use AI to identify people
On May 21, RATOC Systems announced its new line of network cameras, ieCame. Shipping will begin in early June.
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2020/05/24Launch of "EARTH ENERGY," which allows customers to purchase electricity powered by 100% renewable energy based on selecting specific areas and power plants
On May 21, Refutures Inc. officially launched its electricity retail service "EARTH ENERGY" which allows corporate users and home owners to select and purchase electricity powered by 100% renewable energy.
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2020/05/24Radiation hardened Schottky diodes for Aerospace Applications
STMicroelectronics announced its new radiation-hardened rectifier diodes (200V and 400V withstanding voltage) with ESCC (European Space Components Coordination) certification, as well as radiation hardened Schottky diodes (45V and 150V Withstanding Voltage) with SEB hardening. This expands their product portfolio of radiation hardened power devices for aerospace applications.
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2020/05/23ANA and Aeronext form partnership for joint development of delivery drones
ANA Holdings and Aeronext have announced the launch of a business partnership to jointly develop delivery drones that will meet Level 4 of the Aerial Industrial Revolution roadmap (unaided flight over populated areas, beyond visual line of sight). The partnership will bring together the expertise of ANA Holdings in aircraft operation as an airline and drone operator with Aeronext's 4D GRAVITY technology. 4D GRAVITY is an aircraft structure design technology that enhances the basic performance of industrial drones. There are plans to collaborate with drone makers inside and outside Japan to mass produce drones based on aircrafts developed by the two companies. Ultimately, the companies are aiming for their technology to become part of the delivery infrastructure of the future.
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2020/05/22Releasing the beta version of the "Timee Delivery" app, which allows you to order food delivery from shops directly, at the same price shown in the restaurants
On May 19, Timee started distributing the beta version of the new delivery service called "Timee Delivery" in Tokyo and Osaka. Commemorating the release of the beta version, they are offering a limited-time plan in which you only have to pay a flat service fee for unlimited orders. They are also running a campaign that waives the service fee.
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2020/05/22Giftmall raises $13.93M in funding
Giftmall announced on May 18 that it had raised ¥1.5 billion ($13.93 million) in funds through a third-party allocation of shares. The Series A funding round was backed by an investment partnership operated by JAFCO.
