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KYOTO, Japan, Sept 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMRON Healthcare Co., Ltd., a global leader in clinically proven medical equipment for home health monitoring and treatment, has marked the 40th anniversary of the Ohasama Study, one of the world's longest-running community-based cardiovascular research projects. Ahead of World Heart Day (September 29), the milestone celebrates four decades of work that helped establish home blood pressure monitoring as a global standard for hypertension management and remains a driving force in preventive cardiovascular care through ongoing research.The Ohasama Study was launched in 1986 by a team from Tohoku University under the leadership of Professor Yutaka Imai, acting in response to the high burden of hypertension and stroke in the community of Ohasama, Iwate Prefecture. The study has since followed more than 11,000 local residents over an average of 15 years, demonstrating that home blood pressure measurement is a stronger predictor of cardiovascular outcomes than in-clinic readings alone. Inspired by a shared vision, OMRON Healthcare supported the study from its outset with the provision of some 300 home blood pressure monitors, establishing a close relationship that continues today. Built on a long-term partnership between local residents, healthcare professionals, and researchers, the study has influenced hypertension guidelines worldwide—including those of the World Health Organization and the European Society of Hypertension—laying the scientific foundation for today's internationally recognised 135/85 mmHg home blood pressure threshold, and helping to establish home blood pressure measurement as a routine part of hypertension diagnosis and management.As cardiovascular disease remains the world's leading cause of death, OMRON Healthcare continues to honour the study's legacy through its Going for Zero vision, which aims to eliminate adverse cerebro- and cardiovascular events through preventive care. Now led by Professor Takayoshi Ohkubo as a multicentre collaborative study coordinated by Tokyo’s Teikyo University, the Ohasama Study continues to generate new insights. Recent findings have included an association between a higher urinary sodium-to-potassium ratio and elevated BNP levels, a biomarker of cardiac load, suggesting potential for earlier identification of cardiac stress."When the Ohasama Study began, blood pressure was generally considered something to be measured in medical facilities rather than at home," said Dr. Yutaka Imai, Professor Emeritus, Tohoku University and founding principal investigator of the Ohasama Study. "The study was made possible by the long-term cooperation of local residents, healthcare professionals, government officials, and researchers. By measuring and recording their blood pressure at home day after day, the people of Ohasama helped us build the scientific evidence demonstrating the clinical value of home blood pressure measurement and its importance in assessing cerebro- and cardiovascular risk. Forty years on, I am delighted that this work has contributed to the wider adoption of home blood pressure monitoring and improved hypertension management. I look forward to the Ohasama Study continuing to generate new insights for preventive healthcare and digital health.""The Ohasama Study has shown how sustained collaboration between researchers, healthcare professionals and local communities can transform cardiovascular care worldwide," said Ayumu Okada, President and CEO, OMRON Healthcare Co., Ltd. "We are proud to have supported this important work from its earliest days and deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed to its success over four decades. As we pursue our Going for Zero vision, we remain committed to promoting evidence-based innovation that empowers individuals and families while supporting healthcare professionals in reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease."Building on its longstanding commitment to home blood pressure monitoring, OMRON Healthcare continues to advance preventive cardiovascular care through initiatives including the promotion of regular home blood pressure measurement and earlier detection of atrial fibrillation.Banner image: Home blood pressure measurement as part of the Ohasama Study in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. (Source: Ohasama Study, https://ohasama-study.jp/)About OMRON HealthcareCommitted to advancing health and empowering people worldwide to live life to the fullest, OMRON Healthcare is a global leader in the field of clinically proven, innovative medical equipment for home health monitoring and treatment. Aiming to realize its vision "Going for ZERO, Preventive Care for the Health of Society," the company develops products and services for cardiovascular condition management, remote patient monitoring, respiratory care, and pain therapy devices. These help healthcare professionals and patients reduce cerebro-cardiovascular events, aggravation of respiratory diseases, and restrictions due to chronic pain.With over 400 million units sold globally*, OMRON has established a leading global presence in home blood pressure monitoring. Throughout its history, OMRON Healthcare has striven to improve lives and contribute to a better society by developing innovations that help people prevent, treat, and manage their medical conditions, providing products and services in over 130 countries.OMRON Healthcare Group is headquartered in Kyoto, Japan.*Cumulative sales of home-use digital blood pressure monitors worldwide as of September 2026.For more information, please visit: Website: https://omronhealthcare.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/omronhealthcare/Media enquiriesThis press release is disseminated by Kyodo PR on behalf of OMRON Healthcare. For more information or for interview opportunities, please contact:OMRON Healthcare Press Desk: omronhealthcare-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, September 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced the global open-source release of its quantum application development software, Open Quantum Application Research Package (OpenQARP (code name)).The software offers over 100 software components, including Fujitsu-developed quantum algorithms. These components can be combined to significantly streamline quantum application development. The software is compatible with various execution environments, such as Fujitsu's quantum simulator built on a large-scale HPC environment and the NVIDIA CUDA-Q platform [1] for hybrid quantum-classical computing. Prior to its public release, Fujitsu has provided a beta version of the software to over 80 organizations since February 2026 through joint research and the Quantum Simulator Challenge [2], and it has already been used to generate numerous research and development results in quantum applications.By publicly releasing the software, which includes Fujitsu-developed algorithms, as open-source software, Fujitsu aims to accelerate the practical adoption of quantum software and contribute to addressing societal challenges through quantum technology.BackgroundQuantum computing is expected to provide one approach to solving complex problems that conventional computers cannot address in various societal domains, such as materials development, financial optimization, healthcare, and drug discovery. Fujitsu has been engaged in the development of specific quantum applications through joint demonstrations with customers across various industries and joint research with universities and research institutions. To accelerate the practical adoption of quantum technology, it is crucial that cutting-edge algorithms are widely reusable rather than being custom-built for specific problems. Therefore, Fujitsu developed Open Quantum Application Research Package (OpenQARP (code name)), a quantum application development software that implements versatile quantum algorithms as components to promote their use in quantum algorithm development across various industries. To further expand the adoption of quantum technology, Fujitsu is now publicly releasing the software as open-source software on GitHub.Features of Open Quantum Application Research Package1. Streamlined implementation through the provision of versatile software componentsOpenQARP (code name) provides over 70 composable building blocks, from state preparation and ansatz layers to the Quantum Fourier Transform. It also provides over 20 ready-to-run algorithms built from these blocks, including Subspace-Search Variational Quantum Eigensolver [3] for Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum [4] devices and quantum phase estimation for fault-tolerant quantum computing [5]. Users can combine these components according to their objectives to develop quantum applications, thereby reducing software implementation efforts.Fujitsu actively uses the software in its own research and publishes the resulting outcomes. For example, in the research and development of quantum chemistry applications for calculating molecular electronic states, implementing a process using the ADAPT-VQE algorithm required approximately 130 lines of Python code, which its components reduced to under 40 lines. This significantly reduces the burden of implementing quantum algorithms, allowing researchers to focus on validating algorithms and applications.2. Efficient quantum computation through Fujitsu-developed advanced algorithmsOpenQARP (code name) also provides Fujitsu-developed quantum algorithms as components. These include the Unitary pair Coupled Cluster Doubles algorithm, which leverages pre-computation results from classical computers to reduce the number of quantum gate layers (circuit depth) required for initial state preparation in quantum chemical calculations, and Density of States Quantum Phase Estimation, which reduces the burden of preparing complex input states required for quantum phase estimation and efficiently obtains information about energy spectra.3. Compatibility with various execution environments, from general PCs to GPU-equipped systems and supercomputersOpenQARP (code name) can be easily installed and used by anyone in a standard PC environment that supports Python. It can also integrate with NVIDIA CUDA-Q as a backend via a source build, enabling quantum circuit execution in open GPU-accelerated environments. Furthermore, it can be used in Fujitsu's 40-qubit state-vector quantum simulator environment, which is composed of 1,024 FUJITSU Supercomputer PRIMEHPC FX700 units, each equipped with Fujitsu's "A64FX" [6] processor. This supercomputing environment has been made available to more than 80 organizations through the Quantum Simulator Challenge, and the pre-released beta version of the software has been used to perform a variety of quantum computations. Fujitsu also plans to sequentially support simulation environments based on the STAR architecture for quantum computing that it is researching.Future PlansFujitsu will continue to promote OpenQARP (code name) not only within the quantum community but also across various industrial sectors. The company aims to accelerate the development of a wide range of quantum applications in society and contribute to addressing societal challenges through quantum technology.Comment from Sam Stanwyck, Director of Quantum Product at NVIDIA:Providing the open tools and resources to accelerate quantum application development is one of the most important ways to accelerate the journey to useful quantum computing. Fujitsu's use of CUDA-Q in OpenQARP (code name) shows how the right open tools, with access to GPU-acceleration, are empowering developers to build and scale toward quantum utility.Public Information for this Software:Official Name: Open Quantum Application Research Package (OpenQARP (code name))Release Date: September 15, 2026Release Version: v0.1.0OSS License: Apache License, Version 2.0Source Code: https://github.com/OpenQARP/openqarpDocumentation: https://openqarp.github.io/openqarp/ TrademarkAll product names and other proper nouns mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.[1] CUDA-Q platform:An open-source, QPU-agnostic quantum-classical accelerated supercomputing platform.[2] Quantum Simulator Challenge:A competition to showcase achievements in quantum application development.[3] Subspace-Search Variational Quantum Eigensolver:A variational quantum algorithm that simultaneously searches multiple quantum states to find ground and excited states.[4] Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum:Quantum computers of intermediate scale that are affected by noise.[5] Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing:A quantum computing approach that applies error correction to enable reliable computation.[6] 6. A64FX:A CPU developed by Fujitsu and used in the Fugaku supercomputer.About FujitsuFujitsu’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.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Sept 14, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Koichiro Tanaka) announces that its Board of Directors tentatively decided, at a meeting held on August 21, 2026, the appointment of executives for TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd., TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd., TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL RETAILING Co., Ltd., TKT Co., Ltd., TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL NEXT Co., Ltd., TANAKA ELECTRONICS Co., Ltd., EEJA Ltd., and EEJA Technologies Ltd.Press inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-for-media/ TANAKA’s Executive Appointments1. TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionDirector & Vice ChairmanSatoshi IchiishiReappointment Representative Director & Group CEOKoichiro TanakaReappointment Representative Director & Group COOTomoyuki TadaReappointment Director & Senior Corporate OfficerMasakazu TanakaReappointment Outside DirectorMariko MimuraReappointment Outside DirectorIsao EndoReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerAkihide HiraoReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerChiaki KanekoReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerKazuharu YoshidaReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerYoshiyuki KamiyaPrefermentCorporate OfficerCorporate OfficerNaoyuki MutoReappointment Corporate OfficerMiho FukushimaReappointment Corporate OfficerTakatoshi SugiyamaNewly Appointed Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato Audit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki Sakamoto Audit & Supervisory Board MemberKazuaki Tanaka Audit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka Aoki Audit & Supervisory Board MemberShinya Tago *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberKazuaki TanakaReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka AokiReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberShinya TagoReappointment *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.2. TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionRepresentative Director & CEOKoichiro TanakaReappointment Representative Director & COOTomoyuki TadaReappointment Director & Corporate OfficerYasutaka IharaReappointment Director & Corporate OfficerWataru WadaReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerKozo HayashiReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerNoriyuki KudoReappointment Managing Corporate OfficerEiichiro KatoPrefermentCorporate OfficerCorporate OfficerTakeshi FurusawaReappointment Corporate OfficerKatsuya KobayashiReappointment Corporate OfficerKunihiro ShimaNewly Appointed Corporate OfficerMinoru OgisoNewly Appointed Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato Audit & Supervisory Board MemberKazuaki Tanaka Audit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka Aoki Audit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki Sakamoto *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberKazuaki TanakaReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka AokiReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoReappointment *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.3. TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL RETAILING Co., Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionRepresentative Director & CEOMasakazu TanakaReappointment Director & Senior Corporate OfficerChika TachibanaPrefermentDirector & Managing Corporate OfficerDirectorChiaki KanekoReappointment Corporate OfficerTakahiro ItoReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato Audit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka Aoki *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL RETAILING Co., Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka AokiReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoNewly Appointed *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.4. TKT Co., Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionRepresentative Director & CEOChiaki KanekoReappointment DirectorSatoshi IchiishiReappointment DirectorMasakazu TanakaReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.TKT Co., Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoNewly Appointed *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.5. TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL NEXT Co., Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionRepresentative Director & CEOTomohiro ToiReappointment DirectorKoichiro TanakaReappointment DirectorKazuharu YoshidaReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL NEXT Co., Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoNewly Appointed *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.6. TANAKA ELECTRONICS Co., Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous Position Toshiya YamamotoRetirementDirector & ChairmanRepresentative Director & CEOTomoyuki TaniguchiReappointment Director & COONoriaki HaradaReappointment Director & Corporate OfficerTakashi HoshinoReappointment Director & Corporate OfficerTsutomu YamashitaNewly AppointedCorporate OfficerCorporate OfficerYohei SosaNewly Appointed Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato Audit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka Aoki *Toshiya Yamamoto is scheduled to assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA ELECTRONICS Co., Ltd. effective January 1, 2027.*Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.TANAKA ELECTRONICS Co., Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberNobutaka AokiReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoNewly Appointed *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.7. EEJA Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionRepresentative Director & CEOAkihiko DomaeReappointment Director & Managing Corporate OfficerSachihiro OtsuReappointment Director & Corporate OfficerJunji HoshiReappointment Corporate OfficerToshio KuzushimaReappointment Corporate OfficerShoryu KazariNewly Appointed Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato Audit & Supervisory Board MemberKazuaki Tanaka *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.EEJA Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberKazuaki TanakaReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoNewly Appointed *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.8. EEJA Technologies Ltd. (Effective January 1, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionRepresentative Director & CEOToshio KuzushimaReappointment DirectorAkihiko DomaeReappointment DirectorSachihiro OtsuReappointment Audit & Supervisory Board MemberAkihito Sato *Directors will be appointed at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on December 31, 2026.EEJA Technologies Ltd. (Effective March 26, 2027)New PositionName Previous PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberHiroyuki SakamotoNewly Appointed *Akihito Sato is scheduled to retire from the position of Audit & Supervisory Board Member effective March 26, 2027, and assume the position of Advisor to TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.*The Audit & Supervisory Board Members are scheduled to be appointed at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 26, 2027.Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260914_EN.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

NEW YORK, Sept 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Londian Wason New Energy Tech Inc. (NYSE: FOIL), a global innovation-driven developer and manufacturer of electrolytic copper foil, recently announced the closing of the sale of an additional 626,104 American Depositary Shares (ADSs) pursuant to the partial exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option granted in connection with its initial public offering (IPO). The option was exercised at the IPO price of USD22.00 per ADS. Including the previously announced IPO gross proceeds of USD94,285,708, the company raised aggregate gross proceeds of USD108,059,996 prior to deducting underwriting discounts, commissions, and offering expenses. Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., Huatai Securities (USA), Inc., CMB International Capital Limited, and US Tiger Securities acted as representatives of the underwriters for the offering.Londian Wason is an integrated materials enterprise specializing in R&D, manufacturing, and sales of high-performance new energy and electronic materials. It is China’s first manufacturer to develop 6μm high-strength LiB copper foil and the world’s first one to be capable of mass producing 6μm LiB copper foil. The company also has large-scale mass production capacity for 4μm high-tensile and high-strength LiB copper foil. The Company’s broad product suite ranges from ultra-thin battery foils to PCB-grade foils covering HTE to HVLP specifications, serving diverse end markets including electric vehicles (EVs), energy storage systems (ESS), telecommunications, and consumer electronics. Its PCB copper foil delivers high signal integrity and minimal signal attenuation for high-frequency, high-speed transmission, supporting next-generation advanced computing clusters.In the PCB copper foil segment, Londian Wason has served as a key supplier to Panasonic Industrial Materials for 12 consecutive years. As AI-driven demand for computing infrastructure surges exponentially, high-frequency and high-speed PCB copper foil has become a critical material for AI servers and high-speed switches. According to Frost & Sullivan, Londian Wason shipped approximately 111,985 metric tons of lithium battery copper foil in 2025, ranking No.1 globally by annual sales volume.The primary purposes of this offering are for global production expansion and upgrade, including building new manufacturing facilities, purchasing advanced production equipment, and expanding capacity via potential strategic investments and acquisitions, and for the R&D of advanced technologies, high-efficiency manufacturing processes, expanded product portfolios and application scenarios, as well as for general corporate purposes, such as capital requirements and attracting and retaining industry talent.The offering was conducted under the company’s Registration Statement on Form F-1, declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on August 11, 2026. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, September 14, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sony Bank, Inc. (Sony Bank) and Fujitsu Limited (Fujitsu) today announced the full-scale application of generative AI in the development of Sony Bank's core banking system, starting in September 2025. By establishing a mechanism for AI to utilize development assets such as design documents, source code, and test assets, and gradually expanding its application to key processes from design to manufacturing and testing through actual development, the companies have confirmed a 30% reduction in the development period from basic design to integration testing as of July 2026, compared to conventional methods.The system adopts Fujitsu's core banking solution, "Fujitsu Core Banking xBank"[1] ("Core Banking xBank"). "Core Banking xBank" features a cloud-native architecture operating on Amazon Web Services (AWS), providing an environment that enables rapid integration and trials with generative AI services. This environment allowed for the phased application of generative AI to each process.In this initiative, an AI agent centered on Anthropic PBC's "Claude"[2] on “Amazon Bedrock”[3] is utilized across processes, with human oversight for final judgment and quality assurance. The use of generative AI is not limited to proof-of-concept (PoC) but has been established as a development process for a core banking system in live operation.Sony Bank and Fujitsu will leverage the knowledge and development assets gained from this initiative to other processes and systems, further deepening and expanding the use of generative AI at Sony Bank. Fujitsu will also apply the knowledge gained from this initiative to future "Core Banking xBank" development and development for other financial institutions, contributing to the advancement of financial system development.BackgroundIt can take Japanese financial institutions several months to years to move from planning to launching new services, and high development costs and complex development processes have made it difficult to respond quickly to rapidly changing market environments. As generative AI matures, the ability to embed it into live development processes is becoming a competitive differentiator.Amidst this, both companies, together with Amazon Web Services Japan (AWS Japan), have been promoting the transformation of the development process for core banking systems, which are the foundation of banking operations.Overview of the InitiativeStarting in September 2025, Sony Bank and Fujitsu are utilizing Anthropic’s "Claude" model and other models provided on Amazon Bedrock. In this initiative, generative AI transforms the entire development process by leveraging design documents, source code, and test assets across all stages.This initiative has resulted in a 40% reduction in man-hours and a 30% reduction in development period for processes from basic design to integration testing. Specifically, the companies confirmed up to a 90% reduction in impact assessment man-hours in the basic design phase, up to a 40% reduction in design document creation man-hours in the detailed design phase, a 99% source code generation rate in the implementation phase, and up to a 90% reduction in test execution man-hours in the integration testing phase.Figure 1: Expansion of Generative AI Applications and Key Benefits (As of July 2026)1. Transformation to an AI-centric development processGenerative AI is applied not only to specific processes such as coding but across major development processes including basic design, manufacturing/unit testing, and integration testing. Furthermore, an AI agent centered on "Claude" and "Claude Code"[4] on Amazon Bedrock utilizes development assets such as design documents, source code, and test assets of Sony Bank's core banking system across processes. By generating source code and test cases from design documents and reusing deliverables from upstream processes in subsequent processes, inter-process collaboration is strengthened, leading to improved development efficiency. In addition, each AI agent supports development by linking with necessary development assets and various tools[5], under human judgment, approval, and quality assurance, thereby achieving both quality and productivity.2. Application to to actual development, not just PoCThis initiative applies generative AI to the actual development of a live core banking system, not just to conceptual PoCs or limited trials. It is also utilized in the development of various applications that support banking operations, including online transaction processing and batch processing, demonstrating practical application regardless of processing type. Furthermore, by incorporating generative AI into the standard development process and having Fujitsu personnel with expertise in financial operations and system development evaluate and improve it at appropriate times, the scope of application is expanded while ensuring safety and quality.3. High compatibility with "Core Banking xBank"The cloud-native and microservices-based architecture adopted by "Core Banking xBank" serves as a crucial foundation for leveraging generative AI. The environment operating on AWS enables rapid integration and verification with generative AI services, and the microservices structure allows for phased application and evaluation on a function-by-function basis. As a result, generative AI was continuously applied to each of the design, implementation, and testing processes, and its effectiveness was verified, leading to an expansion of its application scope.Figure 2: Overview of the InitiativeFuture PlansSony Bank and Fujitsu will proceed with the application of generative AI to the entire development process, including requirements definition, and gradually expand its application to security, operations, and maintenance areas. Furthermore, the knowledge and development assets gained from this initiative will be utilized in peripheral systems, further deepening and expanding the use of generative AI at Sony Bank. Sony Bank aims to become an "AI-native bank" that can quickly respond to changing customer needs and business environments by continuously utilizing AI.Fujitsu plans to extend this model to other financial institutions adopting "Core Banking xBank," supporting the broader modernization of banking systems in Japan. The knowledge and feedback gained from this initiative will also be utilized in the development of "Uvance for Finance AI Transformation Platform", a dedicated AI platform that supports AI utilization for financial institutions, aiming for further sophistication of AI-driven system development. Additionally, through Uvance for Finance, which enhances financial operations with data and AI, Fujitsu will accelerate system development for financial institutions and advance the continuous transformation of financial services.Figure 3: Illustration of the Expansion of Generative AI Applications at Sony BankTatsuya Fukushima, Executive Officer, Sony Bank Incorporated comments:Sony Bank considers the advancement of system development capabilities as one of its critical management challenges to respond quickly to changing customer needs and business environments. The successful full-scale application of generative AI to the development of our production core banking system is a significant step towards becoming a bank that continuously evolves based on AI. We will continue to promote our evolution into an AI-native bank while ensuring safety and quality through collaboration with Fujitsu, AWS Japan, and Anthropic.Masaru Yagi, Corporate Executive Officer, EVP, Fujitsu Limited comments:Fujitsu is promoting the provision of "Core Banking xBank" as a mission-critical foundation that supports the transformation of financial institutions. This initiative is an advanced example of the full-scale application of generative AI to the actual development of a core banking system on "Core Banking xBank," demonstrating a new model for financial system development. We will continue to collaborate with Sony Bank, AWS Japan, and Anthropic to further promote the practical application of AI in the Japanese financial industry.Yasuhiro Kose, Executive Officer, Amazon Web Services Japan comments:Applying generative AI across design, build, and testing in the live development of a bank's core banking system, and achieving a 30% reduction in development time while maintaining the compliance and reliability the industry demands, is a significant milestone for the Japanese financial services. This is exactly the kind of initiative Amazon Bedrock was built to support.Hidetoshi Tojo, Executive Officer, Head of Japan, Anthropic Japan G.K. comments:A banking system carries the trust of every customer, so it is essential that organizations use trusted AI that can be applied safely to work of this consequence. Sony Bank and Fujitsu are doing just that by applying Claude across the design, development, and testing of a production core banking system, with human judgment and quality assurance at every stage. We are proud to work alongside Sony Bank, Fujitsu, and AWS Japan on a model Fujitsu will now carry to other banks in Japan.[1] “Fujitsu Core Banking xBank”:A core banking solution with a cloud-native application architecture.[2] “Claude”:A family of large language models provided by Anthropic.[3] “Amazon Bedrock”:A fully managed generative AI service provided by AWS.[4] “Claude Code”:An AI coding tool provided by Anthropic that supports software development. It assists with generating, modifying, and reviewing source code.[5] various tools:MCP (Model Context Protocol), Tools, Skills, etc., that enable AI agents to interact with external systems and data to retrieve information and execute business processes.About Sony Bank, Inc.Sony Bank was established in 2001 as an online bank with a primary focus on individual customers in Japan. Sony Bank is a subsidiary of Sony Financial Group Inc. Our mission is to bring customers convenient, high-quality financial products and services. https://sonybank.jp/lang=enAbout FujitsuFujitsu’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.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, September 14, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will begin global sales of its next-generation CPU, FUJITSU-MONAKA [1], designed and developed in Japan, starting November 2026. This will include sales of the processor as a standalone product to cloud and data center operators and server vendors. Additionally, the company will launch the made-in-Japan Fujitsu MONAKA Server equipped with the FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU, offering high reliability and power efficiency as a sovereign AI infrastructure. Fujitsu MONAKA Server will be made broadly available from November 2026 to data center operators, enterprises, and the academic and HPC sectors in Japan and Europe, as well as to the defense sector, contributing to national security.The FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU integrates Fujitsu's extensive expertise in processor and server development, achieving world-class computational performance and data supply capabilities with a maximum operating frequency of 3.8GHz and memory transfer speed of 8800MT/s. It delivers twice the AI inference throughput and superior power efficiency compared to other CPUs, effectively halving the number of servers and power consumption required for equivalent processing loads.Fujitsu MONAKA Server, powered by the FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU, enhances sovereign capabilities through domestic manufacturing, contributing to traceability and supply chain transparency. Furthermore, at a time when power and installation space are significant challenges for AI infrastructure expansion, this CPU server alone can build an AI inference platform. Its space-saving and power-efficient design allows for deployment in air-cooled data centers, significantly increasing customers' capacity for AI infrastructure expansion. Fujitsu MONAKA Server also supports future scalability through resource pooling technology and reduces cooling energy consumption with Fujitsu's long-cultivated cooling technologies.Fujitsu is committed to supporting customers' autonomy and accountability by providing a sustainable sovereign AI infrastructure with high operability.Moreover, with Fujitsu MONAKA Server at its core, Fujitsu will deploy a vertically integrated sovereign AI model that combines its proprietary AI technologies, such as the AI platform Fujitsu Kozuchi and enterprise-grade generative AI Takane, with industry-specific models. This will provide a sovereign AI platform with enhanced measures for traceability, security, and operational autonomy transparency, creating an environment where customers can utilize AI with peace of mind and confidence.BackgroundIn recent years, the expansion of generative AI has led to a shortage of computing resources and a rapid increase in power demand, posing new management and societal challenges. This has heightened the importance of low-power-consumption CPUs that can deliver higher processing performance with limited power. Simultaneously, there is a growing need for on-premises AI infrastructure that allows companies to manage and operate confidential information securely in-house, requiring AI infrastructure that can operate even in locations without specialized infrastructure like water cooling. Furthermore, with increasing geopolitical risks, interest in platforms that ensure supply chain reliability and transparency is also growing.Features of FUJITSU-MONAKA and Fujitsu MONAKA Server1. FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU: Achieving High Performance, High Power Efficiency, and High SecurityFUJITSU-MONAKA utilizes a 3D-stacked architecture with a state-of-the-art 2nm process for the core and a 5nm process for the cache and I/O sections. By combining optimal processes for each function, it enhances cost efficiency and achieves high power efficiency and performance through Fujitsu's unique ultra-low voltage operation technology. It delivers world-class computational performance and data supply capabilities with a maximum operating frequency of 3.8GHz and memory transfer speed of 8800MT/s. The CPU provides hardware acceleration for matrix operations, which are central to AI inference, using dedicated instructions. Combined with SVE2 vector operations and software optimization, it achieves twice the throughput for AI inference compared to other CPUs. This enables practical AI inference performance from the CPU alone, offering the flexibility to deploy at the necessary scale even in locations with power and cooling constraints.Additionally, it features confidential computing [2] to protect data and applications running in memory with hardware encryption, supporting advanced AI utilization in secure environments, even in multi-tenant cloud environments.Figure 1: Image of FUJITSU-MONAKA2. Fujitsu MONAKA Server: Enhancing Transparency through Domestic Manufacturing for Sustainable Sovereign AI InfrastructureThe Fujitsu MONAKA Server is designed, developed and manufactured in Japan for sovereign applications. Manufacturing takes place at Fujitsu's Kasashima Plant. This ensures traceability by making the origin of components and manufacturing history visible and trackable, thereby strengthening supply chain transparency and reliability. Starting November 2026, Fujitsu will begin selling 2U (two CPUs) and 1U (one or two CPUs) rack-mount servers, ideal for AI agents and AI inference, in Japan and Europe.The 1U server adopts CDI/CXL technology [3], allowing for optimal allocation of memory and accelerators beyond Fujitsu MONAKA Server's physical boundaries. This mitigates memory shortages, a common challenge in AI inference, and maximizes resource utilization efficiency, flexibly adapting to future large-scale AI models and workload changes. Furthermore, by leveraging Fujitsu's long-standing cooling technology, the 1U server can operate in ambient temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius with air cooling and water temperatures up to 45 degrees Celsius with water cooling, without requiring specialized cooling infrastructure. This reduces server cooling power consumption by up to 80%. These features help control operating costs and contribute to reducing the environmental impact of data centers and promoting sustainable business operations.Figure 2: Image of Fujitsu MONAKA Server for sovereign use Figure 3: Fujitsu MONAKA Server lineup for sovereign useWith this server at its core, the vertically integrated sovereign AI model, combining Fujitsu's Japanese-made AI technologies such as the AI platform Fujitsu Kozuchi and enterprise generative AI Takane with industry-specific models, supports domestic data management and enhanced governance. This creates a secure environment for enterprises and public institutions to utilize generative AI with confidence.Additionally, for academia and HPC sectors, Fujitsu will simultaneously begin selling 2U multi-node servers (two CPUs per node, total four nodes), suitable for high-performance computing such as surrogate models and fluid analysis, in Japan and Europe.Figure 4: Fujitsu MONAKA Server models for academia and HPC useFuture PlansFujitsu plans to provide FUJITSU-MONAKA to cloud and data center operators and server vendors starting in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, with global availability including the US and APAC regions.Fujitsu MONAKA Server will be offered to select customers in the financial, telecommunications, and manufacturing sectors starting in the second half of fiscal year 2026 to expand use cases. Shipments will then commence sequentially from April 2027, in Japan and Europe. Additionally, Fujitsu plans to add high-density servers for AI data centers and rack-scale servers that enable autonomous operation, such as automated maintenance using robots, to its product lineup.Fujitsu will continue to contribute to customers' DX promotion and value creation by providing solutions that integrate generative AI, computing, and data utilization technologies, aiming to realize a safe and secure AI society.[1] FUJITSU-MONAKA: This new technology applied to FUJITSU-MONAKA is based on results obtained from a project subsidized by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).[2] Confidential computing: A technology that protects data being processed in memory from software with administrative privileges, such as OS and hypervisors. FUJITSU-MONAKA applies Arm CCA.[3] CDI/CXL technology: Abbreviations for Composable Disaggregated Infrastructure and Compute Express Link.About FujitsuFujitsu’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.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 11th Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully. The two-day Summit attracted over 6,200 political and business leaders from more than 70 countries and regions, showcased over 300 investment projects, arranged more than 800 one-on-one deal-making meetings, and facilitated more than 60 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs).This year's Summit focused on business globalisation, new market opportunities, and cross-regional cooperation, promoting exchanges and collaboration between the government and business sectors, creating opportunities for enterprises to expand into international markets, while deepening Hong Kong's economics and trade ties with emerging markets such as ASEAN, Central Asia, and the Middle East, underscoring Hong Kong's unique role as a super connector and super value-adder.The 11th Belt and Road Summit concluded successfully, bringing together political and business leaders, investors, and professionals from over 70 countries and regions worldwide to explore Belt and Road cooperation opportunitiesFirst-ever "GoGlobal Chapter" helps enterprises expand into global marketsIn response to the accelerating pace of Chinese Mainland enterprises expanding into overseas markets, the Summit introduced the GoGlobal Chapter for the first time, becoming one of the highlights of this year's event. The Chapter encompassed thematic sessions, the GoGlobal Connect Zone, roundtable discussions, and the GoGlobal Business Study Mission, providing a one-stop exchange and matchmaking platform for enterprises looking to explore overseas markets.In particular, the thematic breakout session held yesterday, titled "Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global: Driving Mutual Growth Across Belt and Road Economies", featured welcome remarks by Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau, as well as sharing of practical experience by representatives from several Chinese Mainland enterprises and Hong Kong professional services enterprises, who explored how to connect with international markets through Hong Kong.Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau delivered welcome remarks at the Thematic Breakout Session "Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global: Driving Mutual Growth Across Belt and Road Economies"The Summit introduced the GoGlobal Chapter for the first time this year, bringing together business leaders and professional services representatives to explore new opportunities for enterprises expanding into overseas marketsDuring the Summit, the GoGlobal Connect Zone attracted numerous enterprises seeking Hong Kong professional services partners, exploring market channels, and grasping investment and cooperation opportunities, further demonstrating Hong Kong's advantage as the preferred platform for Chinese Mainland enterprises expanding into international markets. Shaanxi TIRAIN Science & Technology Co., Ltd. from mainland and Deloitte Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited signed a MoU, with both parties set to collaborate on going global. Chen Li, President, Shaanxi TIRAIN Science & Technology Co., Ltd., said: "Given the current global economic climate, going global is a natural choice for us. We have entered into an agreement with Deloitte precisely because we value their expertise in global tax, legal and labour consultancy. Combining our technological and product strengths with Deloitte's global support will enable us to ensure compliance and maintain a sound credit standing, thereby enhancing our competitiveness and enabling us to go further on the global stage."The GoGlobal Connect Zone attracted numerous enterprises seeking professional service partners, market channels, and investment and cooperation opportunitiesShaanxi TIRAIN Science & Technology Co., Ltd. from mainland and Deloitte Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited signed a MoU, with both parties set to collaborate on going globalDeepening ties with Central Asia and the Middle East, expanding cross-regional cooperation opportunitiesBuilding on the outcomes of Chief Executive John Lee's visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in June this year, the Summit introduced a dedicated Central Asia Chapter and Central Asia Zone this year to further deepen Hong Kong's business and trade ties with Central Asian markets. The Summit brought together government officials, business leaders, and investors from the Central Asian region to exchange views and share the latest development opportunities and investment prospects. Key development projects such as Kazakhstan's Alatau City and Data Center Valley attracted participants' interest in related investment and cooperation opportunities. Bakhtiyar Mukhametkaliyev, Vice Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, said: "Kazakhstan has a strong aerospace foundation. The sector combines research institutions, laboratories, satellites, assembly and testing capabilities, and the Baikonur Cosmodrome. We are developing a satellite system and digital platform for agriculture, land use, emergency response, and resource management."The Central Asia Chapter brought together government officials and business leaders from the Central Asian region to share the latest development opportunities and investment prospectsAt the same time, the Summit further strengthened its Middle East elements through the Middle East Chapter, Middle East Zone, and multiple thematic sessions, helping enterprises grasp the latest developments and investment opportunities in the Middle East region. The Business Plenary held yesterday, themed "Unlocking New Market Opportunities along and beyond the Belt and Road", focused on the Middle East and African markets. Speakers from Qatar, Oman, South Africa, and Nigeria shared insights on the enormous potential of emerging markets along and beyond the Belt and Road amid the evolving global business landscape, and explored how Hong Kong can help global enterprises seize new market opportunities.Additionally, the Project Investment Session, New Market Focus: The Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, invited political and business representatives from Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, Oman, and South Africa to share developments in their key industries, helping enterprises grasp the latest investment opportunities and expand their international cooperation networks.Furthermore, at Signature Projects Session on the second day, Enver Iskurt, Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Turkiye, introduced the large-scale Ankara-Istanbul super speed railway infrastructure project, and said: "Turkey is a secure hub that has continued to pursue its projects with determination despite global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. Hong Kong-based investors, financial institutions, and engineering firms can play an active role at every stage of our projects, from financing to engineering solutions, particularly in the railway investments we have prioritised in recent times."Facilitating project matchmaking and industrial cooperation to drive business opportunitiesThrough the Project Investment Session, the Belt and Road Deal-Making, and Exhibition Zones, this year's Summit showcased over 300 investment projects, with a total project value exceeding US$5.4 billion, and arranged more than 800 one-on-one deal-making meetings, helping enterprises precisely connect with potential partners. Among the MoUs facilitated by this year's Summit was one involving Jabal Asset Management LLC of Oman.Issa Al Battashi, Managing Director and Executive Board Member of Jabal Asset Management LLC, said: "We feel that the Summit as a whole is an opportunity to connect capital, institutions and retail investors across these markets. We believe that if we are able to keep creating dialogue and forming meaningful partnerships, we should see a lot of this translate into positive results in the near future."The Exhibition Zones, including the Hong Kong Zone, Global Investment Zone, Chinese Mainland Zone, and ASEAN Zone, featured more than 120 exhibitors. This year, new zones were added, including the University Zone, GreenTech Zone, and GoGlobal Connect Zone, showcasing research achievements, innovative technologies, green solutions, and professional services resources to drive cross-industry and cross-regional cooperation.Building on forum success, ASEAN Market Day helps SMEs unlock new business opportunities through consultation sessionsAs a new highlight of Belt and Road Week, the ASEAN Market Day received an enthusiastic response, attracting 340 SMEs who gained in-depth understanding of the latest development trends and business opportunities in the ASEAN market, further extending the exchange outcomes of the forum. The event featured dedicated consultation sessions, allowing participants to engage in face-to-face in-depth discussions with representatives from HKTDC's ASEAN offices, various ASEAN Consulates General and associations, enabling precise alignment with enterprises' overseas expansion needs. The HKTDC will launch more thematic promotion activities for high-potential markets, including GoGBA Development Day, African Market Day, and Middle East Market Day, to assist Hong Kong enterprises, particularly SMEs, in seizing new global development opportunities.Although the Summit has concluded successfully, cooperation negotiations will continue, and a series of follow-up activities will continue to drive cooperation implementation. The Belt and Road Deal-Making will be extended to 14-15 September in an online format, continuing to provide enterprises with business matching and cooperation opportunities. The Belt and Road Global Forum Annual Roundtable 2026 today brings together representatives from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, and international chambers of commerce and organisations to discuss the latest market development trends and deepen regional exchanges and cooperation.Photo Download: https://bit.ly/4ytfjF1The Alatau City development project in Kazakhstan was featured at the Summit's Signature Projects Session, attracting participants to learn about related investment and cooperation opportunitiesThe Middle East Chapter focused on new development opportunities in the Middle East market, attracting representatives from regional governments, investment institutions, and enterprises to exchange viewsThis year's Summit arranged over 800 one-on-one deal-making meetings, helping project owners, investors, and professional services institutions establish partnershipsThe ASEAN Market Day brought together multiple business leaders and industry experts with deep roots in the ASEAN market, as well as representatives from ASEAN Consulates General in Hong Kong, joining hands to help Hong Kong enterprises capture business opportunities in the regionThe Cocktail Reception held on the evening of the first day of the Summit featured special remarks by Secretary for Justice Paul Lam of the HKSAR, welcome remarks by HKTDC Chairman Prof Frederick Ma, and opening remarks by Wang Huabin, Deputy Chief Executive of Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited, providing a platform for political and business representatives from around the world to connect, deepen ties and foster collaborationMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations: Louise Song Tel: (852) 3428 5690 Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hk Tiffany Leung Tel: (852) 3428 2361 Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hk Hing Fung Wong Tel: (852) 3428 3122 Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department: Navin Law Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.org Serena Cheung Tel: (852) 2584 4272 Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.org Winnie Kan Tel: (852) 2584 4055 Email: winnie.wy.kan@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI and MIAMI, September 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR) and Fujitsu Limited today announced the renewal of their strategic partnership, with a deeper investment in the capabilities needed to help enterprises in Japan and around the world. In connection with the partnership, Fujitsu has signed a new agreement with Palantir Technologies Japan KK for Palantir AIP and Palantir Foundry and will serve as a Global FDE Partner.As demand for sovereignty grows, enterprises need greater control over their data, models, infrastructure, and operations. Palantir platforms connect AI models to governed data, Ontology-powered workflows, access controls, auditing, and customer-controlled deployment environments, helping Palantir and Fujitsu deliver trusted AI applications.Fujitsu implemented a supply chain resilience solution for a leading Japanese manufacturer using Palantir platform, integrating data across more than 3,000 suppliers, 18 factories, and previously siloed enterprise systems without disrupting operations. By combining Palantir’s platform capabilities with Fujitsu’s domain expertise and AI technologies, the customer achieved over $10 million in cost savings within one year, doubled operational productivity, and significantly accelerated disruption response and decision-making.Fujitsu is making a significant investment in building Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) capabilities with Palantir for customers in Japan and around the world. Fujitsu will bring its own AI technologies, including the large language model Takane, extensive industry knowledge, Uvance offerings, and experienced Palantir professionals to support customers adopting Foundry and AIP and helping them develop custom AI applications within sovereign, production-grade architectures.“This partnership is about bringing Palantir’s sovereign AI [1] architecture to Fujitsu’s customers across Japan,” said Kevin Kawasaki, Global Head of Business Development at Palantir Technologies. “Fujitsu is investing in the deployed engineering capabilities needed to help enterprises build custom AI applications and models on AIP and Foundry, grounded in their own data, workflows, and governed within their own operational environments.”Yoshinami Takahashi, Corporate Executive Officer, Corporate Vice President, COO, Fujitsu Limited said, “Through our strategic partnership with Palantir since 2020, Fujitsu has strengthened its ability to translate data and AI into tangible business outcomes. FDE professionals have attracted increasing attention in recent years, but we understand that Palantir pioneered and established this concept. Through our collaboration with Palantir, Fujitsu has learned the role of FDEs, how they create value, and the engineering and other capabilities they require. Based on this knowledge, we have built an FDE framework capable of rapidly delivering results at customer sites, going beyond the simple introduction of technology. Fujitsu’s FDE professionals have also earned recognition from customers not only in Japan but overseas, giving us confidence that their expertise and execution capabilities are globally competitive. Through this expanded collaboration, we will bring together the knowledge and execution capabilities of both companies to help more customers translate AI transformation into tangible and sustainable outcomes."The companies will continue to collaborate on customer engagements in Japan and around the world, with Fujitsu bringing its industry expertise, services capabilities, and deployed engineering capabilities to organizations adopting Foundry and AIP, while driving business transformation through Uvance by connecting data, AI, and frontline operations to help customers achieve sustainable growth and strengthen their competitiveness.[1] Palantir’s sovereign AI:See the Palantir's official websiteAbout Palantir Technologies Inc.Foundational software of tomorrow. Delivered today. Additional information is available at:https://www.palantir.comAbout Palantir Technologies Japan K.K.Co-founded by Sompo Holdings Inc. and Palantir Technologies Inc., Palantir Japan enables the digital transformation of Japanese government and commercial institutions by providing the Palantir platforms and enabling the security of real operational data. For more information, please see: https://www.palantir.com/jp/About FujitsuFujitsu’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.fujitsuForward Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements may relate to, but are not limited to, Palantir’s expectations regarding our product development, distribution, contracts, and pricing, expected benefits of and applications for our software platforms, business strategy and plans (including strategy and plans relating to our Artificial Intelligence Platform ("AIP"), sales and marketing efforts, partnerships, and customers), investments in our business, market trends and market size, expectations regarding any current or potential customers, partnerships, or other business relationships or initiatives, opportunities (including growth opportunities), and positioning, as well as assumptions relating to the foregoing. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Forward-looking statements are based on information available at the time those statements are made and were based on current expectations as well as the beliefs and assumptions of management as of that time with respect to future events. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which involve factors or circumstances that are beyond our control. These risks and uncertainties include our ability to meet the unique needs of our customer(s), the failure of our platforms to satisfy our customer or perform as desired, the frequency or severity of any software and implementation errors, our platforms' reliability, and the timing of the development and release of, and updates to, our products. Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties is included in the filings we make with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise.Media ContactsPalantirLisa GordonEmail:media@palantir.comFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Sept 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anime Tokyo Station is an anime exhibition site focused on Japanese anime content, which has developed a devout fan base around the world. From August 22, 2026, to November 8, 2026, it will be holding the “FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN” Special Exhibition. A sneak preview was held for the press on August 21, the day before the exhibition opened.©Buronson&Tetsuo Hara/Coamix, HOKUTO CommitteeThis special exhibition will feature production materials from the animation “FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN,” as well as photo panels revisiting scenes from the story. Visitors can also enjoy the Fist of the North Star character quiz, original digital content that allows them to discover the character closest to their own personality or type by answering a series of questions. Through production materials, displays, and interactive content, the entire exhibition provides an immersive experience designed to let visitors enjoy the worldbuilding of the series.Furthermore, an “Anime Tokyo Station ‘Fist of the North Star Day’ Commemorative Talk Show” will be recorded in front of a live audience on September 6, with Shunsuke Takeuchi (who voices Kenshiro), Yasuhiro Mamiya, and Jun Fukushima participating. The event will be streamed from September 13, which is “Fist of the North Star Day,” on the Anime Tokyo Station official YouTube channel.Please visit Tokyo Anime Station and enjoy the exhibits of the animation series “FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN” for a fully immersive experience of the series worldbuilding.Exhibits©Buronson&Tetsuo Hara/Coamix, HOKUTO Committee “Fist of the North Star Day” Special Talk ShowTo commemorate the “FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN” Special Exhibition, a public recording of an “Anime Tokyo Station ‘Fist of the North Star Day’ Commemorative Talk Show” will be held on September 6. Shunsuke Takeuchi (who voices Kenshiro), Yasuhiro Mamiya, and Jun Fukushima will participate on the day. The recorded event will be streamed from September 13, which is “Fist of the North Star Day,” on the Anime Tokyo Station official YouTube channel.(1) Date and time: Sunday, September 6, 2026; Doors open at 11:45 a.m. / Performance begins at 12:00 p.m. / Performance ends at 1:00 p.m. (tentative)(2) Venue: Anime Tokyo Station, 14th Floor, Special Event Hall (Tokyu East 5, 2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo)(3) Cast: Shunsuke Takeuchi (as Kenshiro), Yasuhiro Mamiya (as Dia and various minor characters), Jun Fukushima (as various minor characters)(4) Participation fee: Free(5) Capacity: 50 participants (advance application and lottery)(6) Streaming start date: Sunday, September 13, 2026About the SeriesWhat is “FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN”?The legendary action manga Fist of the North Star, created by writer Buronson and artist Tetsuo Hara, first began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1983. With its overwhelmingly powerful artwork, striking worldbuilding, and unforgettable characters, the story of protagonist Kenshiro—who defeats evil with the deadly martial art, Hokuto Shinken—captivated readers from the very start.Beginning with its TV anime adaptation in 1984, it has continued to be beloved by fans both domestically and internationally through various media mix projects to this day.With cumulative circulation exceeding 100 million copies, it has truly become worthy of being called “a milestone of action manga.”And now, in 2026—as “FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN,”—the work is being fully adapted into anime with a new staff, cast, and the latest video technology, capturing all the appeal of the original work. The brutal saga of men in a ruined world returns to forge a new legend!“FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN” Official Website: https://hokuto-anime.com/Official X @hokutonokeninfo https://x.com/hokutonokeninfoEvent OverviewTitle:“FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: HOKUTO NO KEN” Special ExhibitionDates:August 22, 2026 to November 8, 2026Name:Anime Tokyo Station (also known as "Anime Tokyo")Location:Floors B1 to 2F of Tokyu East 5 (2-25-5 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo)*4 minutes on foot from Ikebukuro StationHours:11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last admission: 6:45 p.m. / Special exhibitions close: 6:30 p.m.)Closed: Mondays*If Monday falls on a holiday, the venue will be open on Monday and closed on the following dayNew Year's holiday periodMay be closed on other daysPlease check the venue website before coming.Admission fee:FreeWebsite:https://animetokyo.jp/en/SNS：X｜https://x.com/animetokyo_info (@animetokyo_info)Instagram｜https://www.instagram.com/animetokyostation/(@animetokyostation)YouTube｜https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSJOjGJE5Yiqw3PZ97AVdJw Inquiries regarding this press releasePublic Relations Office of "Anime Tokyo Station" (Kyodo PR)Contact person: Miri YasudaE-mail: animetokyo-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Press release: http://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/202609.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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TOKYO, Japan, September 9, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC., together with the Philippine telecommunications operator PLDT Inc. and its mobile subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc., has successfully conducted a demonstration in the Philippines using renewable energy such as solar power*1 and DOCOMO's weather-forecast-linked lithium-ion battery control technology.*2 The technology automatically optimizes, based on the weather forecasts, the charging and discharging of batteries used at green base stations. The demonstration results showed that solar power utilization efficiency improved by 23 percentage points, from 38% before the demonstration to 61%. DOCOMO independently developed the technology for green base stations in Japan, and this demonstration marks the first deployment of this technology outside Japan.For the demonstration, two green base stations were built—one near Metro Manila and one at a site in Cebu with different operating and power-supply conditions. In addition to solar power equipment and battery storage systems, the stations use DOCOMO's Energy Management System (EMS) platform,*3 an energy management system incorporating weather-forecast-linked lithium-ion battery control technology. According to PLDT, this is the first initiative in the Philippines to optimize power generation, storage and supply at telecommunications base stations in advance based on weather and electricity demand forecasts.*4Figure 1. Green Base Station System ConfigurationConventional solar-only base stations rely on grid power at night and during bad weather and risk of service interruptions during power outages. The demonstration incorporates high-capacity batteries and a locally redesigned version of weather-forecast-linked lithium-ion battery control algorithm developed by DOCOMO.*5 The system optimizes power generation, storage and supply around the clock, maintaining stable service at night and during outages while improving renewable-energy use, reducing grid-power consumption and COâ‚‚ emissions, and decarbonizing base stations.Figure 2. Weather-Forecast-Linked Lithium-Ion Battery ControlAs a shareholder of PLDT, DOCOMO has built a strong, long-standing relationship with the company through capital ties and technical cooperation. This demonstration is part of that collaboration and addresses the shared management priority of decarbonizing communications infrastructure through a long-term, stable partnership. DOCOMO will continue working with PLDT to build sustainable communications infrastructure in the Philippines and surrounding regions while promoting sustainable growth and creating new value.DOCOMO's EMS platform used in this demonstration will be exhibited at Smart Energy Week, which opens at Makuhari Messe on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.*1 Repeatedly available energy sources such as sunlight and wind that do not emit greenhouse gases when generating power.*2 DOCOMO developed its weather-forecast-linked lithium-ion battery control technology in 2016. Based on weather forecasts, it automatically and flexibly adjusts the share of lithium-ion battery capacity reserved for communications backup during outages and the share used for routine solar charging and discharging, minimizing charge-discharge losses.*3 An energy management system that monitors electricity use and optimally controls power generation, storage and supply.*4 Source: PLDT, as of August 2026.*5 A paper on the control algorithm adapted to local climate and power conditions received the Second Best Paper Award at icSmartGrid2026, an IEEE-co-sponsored international conference held in Romania in July 2026.About NTT DOCOMONTT DOCOMO, Japan's leading mobile operator with over 91 million subscribers, is one of the global leaders in 3G, 4G and 5G mobile network technologies. Under the slogan “Bridging Worlds for Wonder & Happiness,” DOCOMO is actively collaborating with global partners to expand its business scope from mobile services to comprehensive solutions, aiming to deliver unsurpassed value and drive innovation in technology and communications, ultimately to support positive change and advancement in global society. https://www.docomo.ne.jp/english/For more information, please visit:https://www.docomo.ne.jp/english/info/media_center/pr/2026/0909_00.html Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Sept 9, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Koichiro Tanaka) will exhibit for the first time at Hydrogen Technology World Expo 2026 from October 20–22, 2026, at Hamburg Messe, Hamburg, Germany. Visitors can meet TANAKA at Hall B7, Booth 7J54. The company will present technologies for hydrogen production, purification, utilization and precious metal circularity.Hydrogen is gaining a larger role in global decarbonization efforts. Precious metals are central to many related technologies: platinum (Pt), palladium (Pd), iridium (Ir), rhodium (Rh) and ruthenium (Ru) are used in fuel-cell and water-electrolysis electrocatalysts, also in reforming, shift-reaction, PROX and oxidation catalysts while Pd supports selective hydrogen separation. As deployment grows, improved performance must be accompanied by efficient metal use, recovery and reuse.TANAKA supports the hydrogen value chain by combining materials technology with precious metal recovery and refining. This integrated approach advances hydrogen-system performance while enabling circular use of precious metal resources. Building on over four decades of fuel-cell catalyst development, TANAKA offers not only strong catalyst development capabilities but also large-scale manufacturing capacity and exceptional quality stability. Based on these strengths, TANAKA has expanded into water-electrolysis catalysts, hydrogen-permeable membranes, reforming, shift-reaction, PROX and oxidation catalysts, and precious-metal-plated components.TANAKA's industrial precious metals business integrates procurement, development, manufacturing, recovery and refining. These capabilities support circular metal use and stable material supply across the product lifecycle.Commenting on TANAKA's participation, Shingo Suzuki, Managing Director of TANAKA PRECIOUS METALS Europe GmbH, said,"Precious metals are still essential to hydrogen technologies, and their responsible management must advance alongside materials performance. At Hydrogen Technology World Expo 2026, we look forward to discussing with customers and industry partners how catalyst innovation, recovery and refining can support a more sustainable hydrogen industry."Technologies Supporting the Hydrogen Value ChainAt the exhibition, TANAKA will present technologies covering electrocatalysis, hydrogen purification, gas processing, plated components and precious metal circularity. The exhibits below explain their functions and practical benefits.Electrode Catalyst for Fuel CellsTANAKA has developed electrocatalysts for polymer electrolyte fuel cells (PEFCs) since 1985 and today has a world-leading supply record in this field. Its highly active, durable catalysts draw on decades of precious metal catalyst design and electrochemistry to improve fuel-cell performance and durability.Electrode Catalyst for Water ElectrolysisTANAKA develops electrocatalysts for water-electrolysis cell stacks. Pt-based cathode catalysts support the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), while Ir-based anode catalysts support the oxygen evolution reaction (OER). High-surface-area designs target high activity while reducing the use of iridium, one of the rarest platinum group metals (PGMs).Precious Metal-Plated ElectrodesTANAKA provides substrate processing and precious metal plating for components in various shapes, including feeder plates used with solid polymer electrolyte membranes. Precious metal use can be reduced through thinner coatings, partial plating and recoating.Hydrogen Permeable MembranePd is the only metal that selectively permeates hydrogen, enabling separation from other gases. TANAKA combines ultra-thin membrane processing with advanced cleaning technologies to produce Pd-alloy hydrogen-permeable membranes, including HPM-L111. These membranes provide high hydrogen permeability and enable purification at operating temperatures of approximately 100°C.Reforming CatalystsRu- and Rh-based steam reforming catalysts efficiently produce hydrogen from hydrocarbons (HCs) such as natural gas through reactions with steam. They maintain high reforming activity across a wide temperature range while suppressing carbon deposition, supporting catalyst durability and stable hydrogen production.Shift-Reaction and Preferential Oxidation (PROX) CatalystsShift-reaction catalysts use the water-gas shift reaction to convert carbon monoxide (CO) and steam into carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrogen (H2), increasing hydrogen yield. Preferential oxidation (PROX) catalysts selectively oxidize residual CO to below 10 ppm, producing high-purity hydrogen for PEFCs. TANAKA's precious metal-based catalysts provide high activity at lower temperatures, supporting more compact and efficient hydrogen processing systems.Oxidation CatalystsOxidation catalysts support exhaust gas treatment in fuel-cell systems, particularly SOFCs, by oxidizing combustible components such as CO, H2, and HCs, while enabling the resulting heat to be utilized for preheating fuel and air to improve overall system efficiency.Precious Metal Recovery and RefiningTANAKA recovers and refines precious metals used in hydrogen-related applications. The refined metals can be returned to manufacturing, supporting circular resource use and stable material supply.Exhibition Overview - Hydrogen Technology World Expo 2026- Exhibition Name: Hydrogen Technology World Expo 2026- Dates: October 20–22, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (local time in Germany)- Venue: Hamburg Messe, Hamburg, Germany- Booth Number: Hall B7, Booth 7J54- Main Exhibits: Fuel Cell Electrocatalysts; Water Electrolysis Electrocatalysts; Precious Metal-Plated Electrodes; Pd alloy-based Hydrogen Permeable Membranes; Reforming Catalysts; Shift-Reaction and PROX Catalysts; Oxidation Catalysts; Precious Metal Recovery and RefiningFor more information about TANAKA products and the role of precious metals in carbon neutrality, visit: The Role of Precious Metals in Contributing to Carbon Neutrality | TANAKAAbout TANAKASince 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.TANAKA Industrial Precious Metal Materials Portalhttps://tanaka-preciousmetals.comProduct inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-on-industrial-products/Press inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-for-media/Press Release: http://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260909.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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LONDON, Sept 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB, a major global payments brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan, today announced a strategic partnership with award-winning UK digital marketing agency Sleeping Giant Media.The partnership will support JCB's digital authority strategy across Europe, strengthening how merchants, acquirers, business partners and stakeholders discover and engage with the brand through both traditional search engines and emerging AI-powered search platforms.As consumer and business behaviours continue to evolve, AI-powered search tools and large language models are increasingly influencing how information is found, evaluated and shared. To ensure JCB remains visible, relevant and trusted within these new digital ecosystems, Sleeping Giant Media will provide specialist support across content marketing, digital PR, thought leadership and AI search optimisation.The partnership forms part of JCB's broader commitment to strengthening its digital presence across Europe by creating high-quality merchant-focused content that helps businesses better understand the value of accepting JCB and serving international cardmembers.Hiroyuki Katano, Executive Vice President, JCB International Co., Ltd. said:"At JCB, we are committed to delivering a better experience built on trust, quality and the ethos of omotenashi - our customer-first philosophy that has guided our business for more than six decades.As consumer behaviour evolves through AI-powered search and digital discovery, it is increasingly important that merchants and acquiring partners can quickly access trusted and relevant information about the value JCB brings. Our goal is simple: to make it easier for businesses across Europe to understand how JCB can help them better serve high-value international customers and our 181 million cardmembers.Through our partnership with Sleeping Giant Media, we are strengthening how JCB is represented across both established and emerging digital channels, ensuring that businesses can discover the insights, expertise and opportunities that help them grow."Through a combination of digital PR, data-led insight and strategic content development, Sleeping Giant Media will support JCB in building greater visibility and authority across key European markets. The partnership will focus on creating meaningful content that supports merchant engagement, highlights industry trends and showcases the value JCB delivers to businesses across sectors including retail, travel, hospitality and payments.Luke Quilter, CEO and Co-Founder of Sleeping Giant Media, commented:"The way people discover and evaluate brands is changing rapidly. Search is no longer limited to traditional search engines, with AI-powered platforms increasingly shaping how information is surfaced and trusted.JCB has a compelling story to tell, particularly around helping merchants connect with valuable international and Asian cardmembers. Our role is to ensure the story is visible wherever decisions are being made - whether through search, AI-driven discovery, thought leadership or media coverage.We're delighted to be partnering with JCB and look forward to supporting their continued growth across Europe."About JCBJCB is a major global payments brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981.Its acceptance network includes approximately 72 million merchants worldwide. JCB Cards are now issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 181 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to expand both merchant acceptance and its cardmember base.As a comprehensive payment solutions provider, JCB is committed to delivering responsive, high-quality products and services to customers worldwide.For more information, visit www.global.jcb/en/.About Sleeping Giant MediaSleeping Giant Media is a multi-award-winning search and social marketing agency based in Folkestone, Kent.Founded in 2008, the agency helps ambitious brands grow through a combination of search marketing, digital PR, content marketing, paid media and data-led strategy. Driven by its mission to Awaken Potential, Sleeping Giant Media combines insight, creativity and performance-focused delivery to help brands navigate an evolving digital landscape.Working with both enterprise organisations and challenger brands, Sleeping Giant Media is recognised for its transparent approach, strategic thinking and commitment to delivering measurable business outcomes through innovation, collaboration and education.For more information, visit www.sleepinggiantmedia.co.uk.Media ContactsSleeping Giant Media James Lavery: james@sleepinggiantmedia.co.uk JCB International (Europe) Ltd.Diana Lee: dlee@jcbeurope.euJCB (Head Office in Japan)Anna Takeda: jcb-pr@info.jcb.co.jp Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, September 9, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited (Fujitsu) and Yaqumo Inc. (Yaqumo) today announced that they have begun verifying quantum computing architectures and basic software on actual neutral-atom quantum computers [1] to accelerate the practical use of quantum computers.Fujitsu will combine its "STAR architecture [2]," a quantum computing architecture developed primarily for superconducting quantum computers in the Early-FTQC (Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computer) era [3], and "Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and Users [4]," an open-source software that covers everything from environment setup to operation necessary for quantum computer cloud services, with Yaqumo's neutral-atom quantum computers currently under development. This collaboration aims to accelerate the advancement of both technologies by testing them on actual hardware.Since April 2026, both companies have been conducting theoretical studies as part of their joint research on the applicability of STAR architecture and related technologies to neutral-atom quantum computers, which differ from superconducting types. They began testing on an actual machine in August 2026.Through this joint research, the two companies will combine their strengths to develop diverse quantum computing technologies, thereby contributing to the practical deployment of quantum computing solutions that address societal challenges.Neutral-atom quantum computers are characterized by their ease of achieving all-to-all connectivity between qubits. This expands the possibilities for computational methods that differ from those used in other modalities, such as superconducting quantum computers, where qubit connectivity is constrained. This could also enable a more efficient quantum error correction. Therefore, research and development of software and architectural technologies that maximize these characteristics are crucial.Fujitsu has been engaged in a wide range of research and development aimed at realizing practical quantum computing technologies, from quantum hardware such as superconducting qubits to basic quantum computer software, FTQC, and research into quantum computing architectures for the Early-FTQC era. Fujitsu will now implement and verify the STAR architecture using neutral-atom quantum computers, promoting R&D with an eye toward the transition to FTQC. Furthermore, by adapting Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and USers to neutral atom quantum computers, users will be able to operate multiple types of quantum computers through a unified interface, thereby promoting the widespread adoption of quantum computers.Yaqumo is a startup engaged in the research and development of quantum computer hardware using ytterbium neutral-atoms. The company aims to develop a working system with more than several hundred qubits and quantum error correction capabilities by fiscal year 2027.For the practical realization of quantum computers, multiple hardware approaches are competitively advancing. In research and development aimed at social implementation, it is crucial to broadly explore the possibilities of diverse quantum computer technologies. In this joint research, Fujitsu's quantum software and architecture technologies will be combined with Yaqumo's neutral-atom quantum computers and verified on actual hardware to explore new technological possibilities that leverage the unique characteristics of neutral-atom systems.While the STAR architecture has the potential to significantly reduce the number of qubits required for quantum computation, its effectiveness varies greatly depending on the type of quantum computer. By verifying the STAR architecture on actual neutral-atom quantum computers, this project will evaluate its compatibility with real hardware, which cannot be confirmed through theoretical studies alone. It will also explore the possibility of achieving practical quantum computation with fewer qubits by leveraging the unique characteristics of neutral-atom systems. If successful, this is expected to pave a new path for improving performance while limiting the hardware scale required for the practical application of quantum computers.Since the commands sent to neutral-atom quantum computers differ from those for superconducting quantum computers, it is necessary to adapt the command conversion, job management, and device status monitoring and calibration functions to the neutral-atom control system. In this joint research, Fujitsu's Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and USers, developed by Fujitsu and other collaborators, an open-source basic software for quantum computers, will be interconnected with Yaqumo's neutral-atom quantum computers. This will create an environment where external users can access neutral-atom quantum computers via the cloud, aiming to realize a platform that can handle different types of quantum computers with a unified interface.Comment from Kazuhiro Nakashoji, CEO, Yaqumo Inc.We believe that Fujitsu's expertise in architecture design and cloud infrastructure, accumulated through its work on superconducting and diamond spin quantum computing, will strongly support our research and development of neutral-atom quantum computers. Through demonstrations involving connectivity with Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and USers and other Early-FTQC era technologies such as the STAR architecture, we aim to accumulate technical expertise that further unlocks the potential of neutral-atom quantum computing. This joint research will steadily advance our efforts toward realizing FTQC.Comment from Shintaro Sato, Fellow and Head of Quantum Laboratory, Fujitsu Research, Fujitsu LimitedFor the practical application of quantum computing, it is crucial to advance research and development on both innovative hardware technologies and architectural and software technologies that maximize their potential. We have high expectations that verifying the compatibility of Yaqumo's neutral-atom quantum computers with the STAR architecture and Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and USers through testing on actual hardware will lead to the establishment of efficient quantum computing methods and enhanced access and operating environments. Through this joint research, we aim to acquire new insights leveraging the characteristics of neutral-atom quantum computers and contribute to the development of quantum computing technologies for the FTQC and Early-FTQC eras.TrademarkAll product names and other proper nouns mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.[1] Neutral-atom quantum computer:A type of quantum computer that optically traps neutral atoms cooled to extremely low temperatures with lasers and manipulates them with laser light. It is characterized by high scalability and long coherence times, and is attracting attention as a platform suitable for building large-scale quantum systems.[2] STAR architecture:Short for "Space-Time efficient Analog Rotation quantum computing architecture," it is a quantum computing architecture that enables highly efficient phase-rotation gates. By significantly reducing the number of qubits required for arbitrary angle phase rotation, which is indispensable for realizing quantum computers, it is expected to accelerate the practical application of quantum computers that surpass the computational performance of current computers.[3] Early-FTQC era:An era in which only tens of thousands of qubits can be implemented, and fault-tolerant quantum computation is not yet fully achievable. FTQC (Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computer) is a quantum computer equipped with functions to correct errors that occur during quantum computation.[4] Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and Users:Fujitsu open-sourced and released on GitHub Open Quantum Toolchain for OPerators and USers, a core software suite covering everything required for quantum computer cloud services, from execution environment setup to operational management.About FujitsuFujitsu’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.fujitsuAbout Yaqumo Inc.Yaqumo Inc. is a Japan-based quantum technology startup developing scalable quantum computers using a cold-atom architecture. Through hardware–software co-design, Yaqumo aims to realize practical fault-tolerant quantum computing.Company name: Yaqumo Inc.Location: 2nd Floor, Marunouchi Nijubashi Building, 3-2-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005, JapanRepresentative: Kazuhiro Nakashoji, Representative Director and CEOEstablished: April 1, 2025Business: Development of neutral-atom quantum computersDeveloper of Neutral Atom Quantum Computers | Yaqumo Inc.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiriesYaqumo Inc.E-mail: pr@yaqumo.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Zurich, September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy and Daikin Industries, Ltd. today announced anagreement to establish a long-term strategic supply relationship for Hitachi Energy’s EconiQ® portfolio of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)-free high-voltage technologies. As part of the agreement, Daikin Chemical Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd., will supply C4-FN, a specialty gas component used in insulating gas mixtures. The C4-FN will be produced by Daikin Refrigerants Frankfurt GmbH at its facility in Frankfurt, Germany, leveraging advanced manufacturing capabilities, high quality, and environmental standards. The new production capacity will become available in 2027 and is part of a resilient global supply strategy for critical materials used in Hitachi Energy’s SF6-free EconiQ technology. SF6, a strong greenhouse gas with a global warming potential 24,300 times greater than CO2, is commonly used in high-voltage equipment for its superior insulation and switching properties. Utilizing C4-FN gas, the EconiQ portfolio reduces up to 99 percent in CO2-equivalent emissions compared with conventional SF6-insulated equipment, while retaining the same technical performance, reliability, and compactness.The announcement comes as demand for EconiQ continues to grow worldwide. The portfolio has attracted more than 4,000 orders across 40 countries, as utilities and industries expand and modernize their power grids while eager to reduce the environmental impact of their infrastructure.To support this growth, Hitachi Energy is pursuing a multi-sourcing strategy for the key materials. The addition of Daikin as a supplier strengthens the supply chain behind the EconiQ portfolio, complementing existing qualified sources in Asia with capacity in Europe."As the demand for eco-efficient equipment continues to grow around the world, strengthening our supply chain is essential," said Markus Heimbach, CEO, High Voltage Products Business Unit, Hitachi Energy. "Adding a world-class German production site enhances supply resilience and supports the manufacturing of clean energy technologies in Europe. We want to be sure that we can continue meeting customer demand."“This agreement reflects a shared commitment to supporting the energy transition through innovation, quality, and long-term collaboration,” said Yasuhisa Hirao, General Manager, Chemicals Division, Daikin Industries, Ltd. “We are proud that our group company, Daikin Refrigerants Frankfurt GmbH, will produce an essential component of the global value chain for power grids.”Daikin brings nearly a century of experience in chemical manufacturing, a global network spanning Asia, North America, and Europe, and long-standing sustainability commitments under its Environmental Vision 2050, including targets for greenhouse gas emissions reduction certified by the Science Based Targets initiative.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission critical technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://x.com/HitachiEnergyAbout 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, wellbeing, 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 value by 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 DaikinDaikin Industries, Ltd. (TSE: 6367), headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a global leader in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) solutions, and refrigerants, with nearly a century of expertise in advanced chemical manufacturing. Operating in more than 170 countries and regions, with over 100,000 employees worldwide, Daikin is committed to driving sustainable solutions through continuous innovation and its Environmental Vision 2050. For more information, visit https://www.daikin.com. About Daikin Chemical Europe GmbH / Daikin Refrigerants Frankfurt GmbHDaikin Chemical Europe GmbH, a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd., coordinates the sales, marketing, and distribution of fluorochemical products across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Daikin Refrigerants Frankfurt GmbH, based in Frankfurt, Germany, is a key manufacturing site within the Daikin Group, specializing in high-quality fluorochemical products and refrigerants. Together, they support the transition toward sustainable and clean technologies. For more information, visit https://www.daikinchem.de. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. and Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) announced today that the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China has approved the subcutaneous formulation (subcutaneous autoinjector: SC-AI), the anti-amyloid beta (Aβ) protofibril antibody LEQEMBI® (generic name: lecanemab) as an initiation treatment for mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or mild AD dementia (collectively referred to as early AD). The application was accepted by the NMPA in January 2026 and was subsequently granted Priority Review designation. Launch is planned during Eisai’s FY 2026, ending March 31, 2027.LEQEMBI SC-AI is a self-administered autoinjector formulation. The approved regimen is 500 mg given once weekly as two consecutive 250 mg injections. With this approval, LEQEMBI treatment now offers a new option of once-weekly SC administration at home, in addition to intravenous (IV) administration every two weeks in a hospital setting. Patients may also switch from IV to SC administration, or vice versa, during treatment.LEQEMBI SC-AI may significantly reduce the time required compared with IV infusions (approximate injection time of 15 seconds per injection). In addition, at-home administration may reduce the burden of clinic visits for patients and their care partners and enable treatment options that better fit their lifestyles, providing greater flexibility for going out and traveling. The improved convenience and flexibility of treatment with LEQEMBI is expected to lower barriers to initiating and continuing treatment with LEQEMBI. Furthermore, LEQEMBI SC-AI also has the potential to reduce healthcare resources associated with IV dosing, such as nurse monitoring, as well as maintaining infusion capacity. These features are expected to contribute to further streamlining the overall AD treatment pathway. For ARIA (amyloid-related imaging abnormalities) monitoring, as with IV administration, brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is performed prior to initiating treatment and at specified time points after treatment initiation.AD is a relentless disease with Aβ and tau as hallmarks, caused by a continuous underlying neurotoxic process driven by protofibrils that begins before amyloid plaque accumulation and continues after plaque removal.1,2,3 Only LEQEMBI fights AD in two ways – targeting both protofibrils and amyloid plaque.This marks the second country globally to approve LEQEMBI SC-AI. This approval is based on the integrated results of data and associated modeling and simulation from the 18-month core study of the Phase 3 Clarity AD study of LEQEMBI in patients with early AD, as well as multiple subcutaneous (SC) administration sub-studies (including the Chinese cohort) in its subsequent long-term extension (LTE). Once-weekly administration of SC-AI 500mg demonstrated exposure equivalent to once every two weeks IV administration, with similar clinical and biomarker benefits. The overall safety profile of SC administration was generally similar to that of IV administration. Injection-related reactions were observed with subcutaneous LEQEMBI, most of which were localized, while systemic reactions were less frequently observed.Eisai estimates that there were 17 million patients with MCI or mild dementia due to AD in China in 2024, which is expected to increase as the population ages. LEQEMBI was launched in China in June 2024 and is leading the establishment of anti-amyloid therapy in AD management, expanding its contribution to patients with early AD.Eisai serves as the lead of LEQEMBI development and regulatory submissions globally with Eisai and Biogen co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority. Eisai will distribute the product in China and will conduct information provision activities through specialized medical representatives.About lecanemab (generic name, brand name: LEQEMBI®)Lecanemab is the result of a strategic research alliance between Eisai and BioArctic. It is a humanized immunoglobulin gamma (IgG1) monoclonal antibody directed against aggregated soluble (protofibril) and insoluble forms of amyloid-beta (Aβ).Lecanemab has been approved in 53 countries and regions including Japan, the U.S., China, Canada, Europe, South Korea, Taiwan, and Saudi Arabia, and is under regulatory review in 6 countries. Following the initial phase with treatment every two weeks for 18 months, intravenous (IV) maintenance dosing with treatment every four weeks is approved in 9 countries and regions including the U.S., China, the UK, and others, and applications have been filed in 11 countries and regions. The U.S. FDA approved Eisai’s Biologics License Application (BLA) for subcutaneous maintenance dosing with LEQEMBI IQLIK in August 2025. For subcutaneous initiation treatment (500 mg), approval was obtained in the United States in July 2026, and applications are under review in three countries, including Japan.LEQEMBI's approvals in these countries were based on Phase 3 data from Eisai's global placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-group, randomized Clarity AD clinical trial, in which it met its primary endpoint and all key secondary endpoints with statistically significant results. The primary endpoint was the global cognitive and functional scale, Clinical Dementia Rating Sum of Boxes (CDR-SB). Clarity AD evaluated lecanemab 10 mg/kg bi-weekly IV treatment of early Alzheimer's disease, which involved 1,795 patients (treatment group: 898, placebo group: 897). 95% of patients who completed the core study (18 months) chose to continue in the long-term extension study (LTE), with 478 patients still receiving treatment for four years. In the Clarity AD core clinical study, data showed LEQEMBI IV significantly slowed disease progression at 18 months (27% vs placebo), and the mean change from baseline between the lecanemab treated group and the placebo group after 18 months was -0.45 (P=0.00005) on the primary endpoint of CDR-SB global cognitive and functional scale.Since July 2020, the Phase 3 clinical study (AHEAD 3-45) for individuals with preclinical AD, meaning they are clinically normal and have intermediate or elevated levels of amyloid in their brains, is ongoing. AHEAD 3-45 is conducted as a public-private partnership between the Alzheimer's Clinical Trial Consortium that provides the infrastructure for academic clinical trials in AD and related dementias in the U.S, funded by the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, Eisai and Biogen. Since January 2022, the Tau NexGen clinical study for Dominantly Inherited AD (DIAD), that is conducted by Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network Trials Unit (DIAN-TU), led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, is ongoing and includes lecanemab as the backbone anti-amyloid therapy.About ProtofibrilsProtofibrils are thought to be the most toxic Aβ species that contribute to brain damage in AD and play a major role in the cognitive decline of this progressive and devastating disease. Protofibrils can cause neuronal and synaptic damage in the brain, which can subsequently adversely affect cognitive function through multiple mechanisms.2 The mechanism by which this occurs has been reported not only by increasing the formation of insoluble Aβ plaques, but also by directly damaging signaling between neurons and other cells. It is believed that reducing protofibrils may reduce neuronal damage and cognitive impairment, potentially preventing the progression of AD.3About the Collaboration between Eisai and Biogen for ADEisai and Biogen have been collaborating on the joint development and commercialization of AD treatments since 2014. Eisai serves as the lead of lecanemab development and regulatory submissions globally with both companies co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority.About the Collaboration between Eisai and BioArctic for ADSince 2005, Eisai and BioArctic have had a long-term collaboration regarding the development and commercialization of AD treatments. Eisai obtained the global rights to study, develop, manufacture and market lecanemab for the treatment of AD pursuant to an agreement with BioArctic in December 2007. The development and commercialization agreement on the antibody lecanemab back-up was signed in May 2015.About Eisai Co., Ltd.Eisai's Corporate Concept is "to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits that health care provides." Under this Concept (also known as human health care (hhc) Concept), we aim to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. With a global network of R&D facilities, manufacturing sites and marketing subsidiaries, we strive to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas of Neurology and Oncology.In addition, we demonstrate our commitment to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which is a target (3.3) of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by working on various activities together with global partners.For more information about Eisai, please visit www.eisai.com (for global headquarters: Eisai Co., Ltd.), and connect with us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook. The website and social media channels are intended for audiences outside of the UK and Europe. For audiences based in the UK and Europe, please visit www.eisai.eu and Eisai EMEA LinkedIn.About BiogenFounded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patient’s lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities. We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities to advance first-in-class treatments or therapies that deliver superior outcomes. Our approach is to take bold risks, balanced with return on investment to deliver long-term growth.The company routinely posts information that may be important to investors on its website at www.biogen.com. Follow Biogen on social media – Facebook, LinkedIn, X, YouTube.MEDIA CONTACTSEisaiEisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations Department+81 (0)3-3817-5120Eisai Europe, Ltd.EMEA Communications Department+44 (0) 7760 619251Emea-comms@eisai.netEisai Inc. (U.S.)Julie Edelman+1-862-213-5915Julie_Edelman@eisai.comBiogen Inc.Madeleine Shin+1-781-464-3260public.affairs@biogen.comINVESTOR CONTACTSEisai Co., Ltd.Investor Relations Department+81 (0)3-3817-5122Biogen Inc.Tim Power+1-781-464-2442IR@biogen.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, "Hitachi"), today announced the launch of “HMAX Cyber” (“the service”), a new operational resilience service that protects enterprise systems from increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks and supports business continuity. The service is one of the Foundry Solutions that support HMAX by Hitachi (“HMAX”), a next-generation suite of solutions that brings the power of AI to social infrastructure. The service supports business continuity for enterprises in the AI era by combining insights into frontier AI*1 gained through collaboration with companies including Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google Cloud, with Hitachi’s operational and defense expertise cultivated at railway, energy, and industry infrastructure sites worldwide, as well as GlobalLogic’s experience and know-how gained through overcoming challenges together with customers. HMAX Cyber includes three service categories: “Govern & Identify,” which anticipates and prepares for potential risks; “Manage,” which supports 24/7 monitoring and operations; and “Recover,” which enables rapid restorationin the event of an incident. The service provides comprehensive support ranging from Business Continuity Planning (BCP) development and vulnerability visualization to cyberattack prevention, rapid recovery, and BCP execution, thereby contributing to enhanced customer resilience.By leveraging frontier AI, the service helps organizations identify unknown vulnerabilities and potential risks at an early stage, enabling a proactive defense approach that stays ahead of attackers. In addition, Hitachi is already using the service as Customer Zero across energy, railway, and industrial environments. For example, Hitachi Rail, which operates Hitachi’s global railway systems business, has introduced an Agentic SOC (Security Operations Center)*2 developed in collaboration with Google Cloud to autonomously respond to threats as part of its efforts to accelerate digital transformation. Hitachi continuously incorporates the effectiveness and operational insights gained through these internal practices into the service, further enhancing its capabilities. As a result, HMAX Cyber automates routine tasks, enabling cybersecurity professionals to focus on advanced decision-making efforts needed to achieve faster, more accurate responses that improve cyber resilience.Furthermore, Hitachi’s FDE (Forward Deployed Engineer) teams, which work closely with frontline operations to rapidly resolve highly complex challenges using AI, will collaborate with the Frontier AI Deployment Center, which houses proven AI implementation expertise and technologies, to deliver value to a broad range of customers.Hitachi is also focused on the social implementation of Physical AI by bringing together expertise in IT, OT, and products. At the core of this effort is HMAX, a next-generation suite of solutions that brings the power of AI to social infrastructure. The service is positioned as one of the Foundry Solutions supporting HMAX. Going forward, Hitachi will further enhance the service’s capabilities and expand it globally while continuing to advance its capabilities through collaboration with partners. Through these efforts, Hitachi will support the continuity of business activities and the stable operation of social infrastructure and contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.For more information, please visit:https://www.hitachi.com/content/dam/hitachi/global/en/press/files/2026/09/260903.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Tokyo, Japan & Strasbourg, France, September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Transgene (Euronext Paris: TNG), a biotech company that designs and develops virus-based immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer, and NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701), a leader in IT, network and AI technologies, today report sustained 100% three-year disease-free survival (DFS) in patients treated with TG4050 in the Phase 1 part of a randomized Phase 1/2 trial evaluating TG4050, the first individualized neoantigen therapeutic vaccine (INTV) based on the myvac® platform, in patients with resected, locally advanced HPV-negative head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC).The companies also announced the publication of the Phase 1 comprehensive clinical and translational data from the study in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Communications.Three-year follow-up data from the Phase 1 trial continue to demonstrate durable clinical outcomes in the adjuvant setting, with all 16 TG4050-treated patients remaining disease-free while three of 16 patients in the control arm experienced relapse after a median follow-up of 41 months. TG4050, encoding up to 30 patient-specific neoantigens, also continues to demonstrate a favorable safety profile with no unexpected safety findings.The peer-reviewed publication builds on the Phase 1 results first shared with the scientific community through a prepublication on medRxiv and presents comprehensive clinical and translational findings based on the study’s primary data cut-off, including detailed analyses of vaccine-induced immune responses. Together, the clinical and translational findings provide further evidence supporting TG4050 as a potential individualized immunotherapy for patients with head and neck cancer at high risk of relapse following surgery and (chemo)-radiotherapy."The publication of these data in Nature Communications, together with the sustained three-year disease-free survival observed with TG4050 monotherapy, represents an important milestone for Transgene," commented Alessandro Riva, MD, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Transgene. "Beyond the encouraging clinical outcomes, the sustained neoantigen-specific immune responses observed over time provide important evidence that our individualized therapeutic vaccine approach can generate durable anti-tumor immunity, strengthening our confidence in TG4050 as a potential new treatment option for head and neck cancer patients at high risk of relapse.""The latest three-year follow-up data further reinforce the ability of individualized neoantigen-based immunotherapy and the capacity of TG4050 to deliver continued clinical benefit for patients with head and neck cancer," said Masaki Kondo, Corporate Executive and Managing Director, Life Science Division of NEC Corporation. "These results additionally demonstrate that NEC’s AI-powered neoantigen prediction can identify highly relevant tumor targets capable of generating clinically meaningful immune responses. We are proud of our collaboration with Transgene and remain committed to advancing innovative technologies that help bring individualized cancer treatments to patients."The Phase 1 clinical and translational data published in Nature Communications demonstrate robust and persistent neoantigen-specific CD8+ T-cell responses consistent with the proposed vaccine’s mechanism of action. Vaccine-induced responses were detected in 73.3% of patients treated with TG4050, with a median of three responding neoantigens per responder. These responses were maintained throughout treatment and persisted for more than one year after the last vaccination, providing evidence of durable anti-tumor immunity."Robust and persistent CD8+ T-cell responses against patient-specific tumor neoantigens were observed following TG4050 vaccination, supporting the vaccine’s ability to generate a targeted anti-tumor immune response. These results further reinforce the potential of TG4050 as an individualized immunotherapy for patients with head and neck cancer at risk of recurrence for whom there is a major unmet need," added Prof. Christian Ottensmeier, MD, PhD, FRCP (University of Liverpool, La Jolla Institute for Immunology and Principal Investigator.TG4050 continues to be evaluated in the ongoing randomized Phase 1/2 clinical trial (NCT04183166) in patients with resected HNSCC. Key upcoming milestones include first immunological data and two-year efficacy data (DFS) from the Phase 2 study respectively in H2 2026 and Q1 2028.ReferencesC. Ottensmeier et al. A viral-based individualized neoantigen vaccine as adjuvant treatment in resected head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: a randomized Phase I trial. Nature Communications, 2026.Online publication: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-026-76667-1The article is available on Nature Communications, NEC Bio and Transgene websites.About TransgeneTransgene (Euronext: TNG) is a biotechnology company focused on designing and developing targeted immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer. The Company’s clinical-stage programs consist of a portfolio of viral vector-based immunotherapeutics. TG4050, the first individualized therapeutic vaccine based on the myvac® platform is the Company’s lead asset, with demonstrated proof of principle in patients in the adjuvant treatment of head and neck cancers. TG4070, a second individualized vaccine candidate derived from the myvac® platform, is in Phase 1 clinical development in combination with nivolumab in adjuvant non-small lung cancer (NSCLC). The Company has other viral vector-based assets, including BT-001, an oncolytic virus based on the Invir.IO® viral backbone, which is in clinical development. The Company also conducts innovative discovery and preclinical work, aimed at developing novel viral vector-based modalities.With Transgene’s myvac® platform, therapeutic vaccination enters the field of precision medicine with a novel immunotherapy that is fully tailored to each individual. The myvac® approach allows the generation of a virus-based immunotherapy that encodes patient-specific mutations, identified and selected through advanced Artificial Intelligence technologies.With its proprietary platform Invir.IO®, Transgene is building on its viral vector engineering expertise to design a new generation of multifunctional oncolytic viruses.Additional information about Transgene is available at: www.transgene.comFollow us on social media: LinkedIn: @Transgene – X: @TransgeneSA – Bluesky: @TransgeneAbout myvac®myvac® is a viral vector (MVA - Modified Vaccinia Ankara)-based individualized immunotherapy platform developed by Transgene to target solid tumors. myvac®-derived products are designed to stimulate the patient’s immune system to recognize and destroy tumors using their own cancer specific genetic mutations. To support this approach, Transgene has established a highly integrated set of end-to-end capabilities combining artificial intelligence, bioengineering, digital transformation, established vectorization know-how and unique manufacturing capabilities. TG4050, its first candidate, is currently evaluated in a randomized Phase 2 in resected HNSCC. TG4070, its second candidate, is being evaluated in a randomized Phase 1 trial in NSCLC. Transgene has been awarded "Investment for the Future" funding from Bpifrance for the development of its platform myvac®. Click here to watch a short video on myvac®.About TG4050TG4050 is an individualized immunotherapy being developed for solid tumors that is based on Transgene’s myvac® technology and powered by NEC’s longstanding artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) expertise. This virus-based individualized neoantigen therapeutic vaccine (INTV) encodes neoantigens (patient-specific mutations) identified and selected by NEC’s Neoantigen Prediction System. The prediction system is based on more than two decades of expertise in AI and has been trained on proprietary data allowing it to accurately prioritize and select the most immunogenic sequences.TG4050 is designed to stimulate the immune system of patients in order to induce a T-cell response that is able to recognize and destroy tumor cells based on their own neoantigens. This individualized immunotherapy is developed and produced for each patient.About the Phase 1/2 Clinical TrialTG4050 is being evaluated in a Phase 1/2 clinical trial for patients with HPV-negative head and neck cancers (NCT04183166). An individualized treatment is created for each patient after they complete surgery and while they receive adjuvant therapy. Half of the participants received their vaccine immediately after completing adjuvant treatment. The other half were given TG4050 at the time of recurrence of the disease as an additional treatment to the standard of care (SoC). This randomized study is evaluating the treatment benefits of TG4050 in patients who are at risk of relapse. The first efficacy data (2-year disease-free survival – DFS) will become available at the latest by the end of Q1 2028.About NEC’s Neoantigen Prediction SystemNEC’s neoantigen prediction system utilizes its proprietary AI, such as graph-based relational learning, trained on multiple sources of biological data to discover candidate neoantigen targets. These targets are carefully analyzed using proprietary machine learning algorithms that include in-house HLA binding and antigen presentation AI tools to evaluate the likelihood of eliciting a robust and clinically relevant T-cell response.For more information, please visit NEC Bio at https://www.nec-bio.comAbout NEC CorporationThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society. For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.DisclaimerThis press release contains forward-looking statements, which are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. The occurrence of any of these risks could have a significant negative outcome for the Company’s activities, perspectives, financial situation, results, regulatory authorities’ agreement with development phases, and development. The Company’s ability to commercialize its products depends on but is not limited to the following factors: positive pre-clinical data may not be predictive of human clinical results, the success of clinical studies, the ability to obtain financing and/or partnerships for product manufacturing, development and commercialization, and marketing approval by government regulatory authorities. For a discussion of risks and uncertainties which could cause the Company’s actual results, financial condition, performance or achievements to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, please refer to the Risk Factors ("Facteurs de Risque") section of the Universal Registration Document, available on the AMF website (https://www.amf-france.org) or on Transgene’s website (www.transgene.com). Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and Transgene undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, "Hitachi"), today launched foundry solutions supporting “HMAX by Hitachi” (“HMAX”), a next-generation suite of solutions that brings the power of AI to social infrastructure. They are the “Physical AI FDE (Forward Deployed Engineer) Service,” in which the “Physical AI FDE Team,” an expert team connecting IT and OT(Operational Technology) through AI, is embedded at customer sites; “HMAX Data Fabric,” a data platform that integrates tacit frontline knowledge and data; and “HMAX AI Operations,” which supports safe autonomous operations. With these new offerings, Hitachi aims to enable autonomous optimization across entire frontline operations and eliminate organizational and system silos in social infrastructure and industrial fields.By seamlessly linking these solutions, Hitachi will accumulate tacit knowledge and data as digital assets and circulate them across the organization for use, thereby providing end-to-end support ranging from the identification of management challenges to AI development and operations.As its approach to frontline operations, Hitachi’s Physical AI FDE Team brings together diverse experts with world-leading AI capabilities and deep domain expertise cultivated through more than 110 years of manufacturing experience and infrastructure development and operations. The team works side by side with customers, starting with the identification of business challenges and supporting their transformation journey. In addition, the team performs high-quality cleansing and structuring of diverse and heterogeneous frontline data, while capturing the experience, know-how, and decision-making criteria of skilled workers that have traditionally remained undocumented.This frontline data and tacit knowledge are systematically contextualized based on an ontology*1 and accumulated in HMAX Data Fabric as knowledge graphs*2 that AI can utilize. The platform also connects with environments for training AI models that control robots and other equipment using the accumulated data, as well as environments for developing and operating Agentic AI, providing AI-ready data. Furthermore, by linking this data and these AI models with IWIM (Integrated World Infrastructure Model)*3, Hitachi’s social infrastructure intelligence foundation model, AI will be able to accurately interpret contexts such as physical operational limits and frontline control rules. This enables advanced orchestration in which AI balances operations across different systems and optimizes operations across the entire frontline while considering complex constraints such as utilization rates and power consumption. Additionally, HMAX AI Operations continuously monitors and reduces AI-specific risks and hallucinations, supporting safe autonomous operations even in mission-critical environments.By integrating these advanced digital platforms with expert support and connecting the extracted frontline knowledge to AI utilization and operation, Hitachi will enable rapid AI implementation tailored to each customer’s unique data environment and frontline rules, while ensuring high adaptability to environmental changes. Through enhanced decision-making by management, accelerated enterprise-wide AI adoption led by digital transformation teams, Hitachi will contribute to the continuous evolution of companies and entire industries.*1 Ontology: A systematic definition of the meanings and concepts of data, as well as the relationships among them. Today, it is also being redefined as a common language that connects enterprise data platforms and AI agents.*2 Knowledge graph: A database structured by connecting diverse data and their relationships in a network, or graphstructure, based on ontology. It serves as a foundation that enables AI to trace connections among pieces of information and conduct advanced contextual understanding and reasoning toward overall optimization.*3 An intelligence foundation model announced by Hitachi in November 2025. It was developed based on Hitachi’s multilayered OT knowledge accumulated over many years, as well as its deep understanding of physical phenomena, to safely and reliably implement Physical AI in mission-critical social infrastructureBackgroundMission-critical frontline operations in social infrastructure and industrial fields, including energy, railways and manufacturing, have faced increasingly serious challenges in recent years due to labor shortages and the loss of tacit frontline knowledge as skilled engineers retire. While expectations are growing for the social implementation of Physical AI as a means of addressing these challenges, simply introducing AI models is not enough in actual frontline environments. It is essential to properly prepare noisy frontline data, convert site-specific constraints and safety rules into forms that AI can handle, and continuously monitor data quality, AI model performance, security and other factors after implementation to ensure safe, railways and manufacturing, have faced increasingly serious challenges ongoing operations.Through its Lumada business, Hitachi has built a strong track record of delivering mission-critical systems, operations, and data-driven solutions in collaboration with customers and partners. Hitachi’s unique expertise in systematizing frontline knowledge as ontologies and making it reusable across industries, together with its strong capabilities in secure system governance, underpins HMAX Data Fabric as a key strength. Building on this long-standing track record and deep OT expertise, Hitachi is strengthening collaboration with the global AI ecosystem to further accelerate autonomous operations across frontline environments through HMAX. As part of these efforts, Hitachi announced the development of multi-agent orchestration technology using NVIDIA technology in July 2026*4.*4 Hitachi press release issued on July 16, 2026. Hitachi and NVIDIA collaborate to advance HMAX and enable end-to-end autonomous operations through the integrated control of physical AIComment from Yoshitomo Hosoya, Vice President and Executive Officer, CEO of the AI & Software Services Business Unit, Hitachi, Ltd.“To maximize the value of AI in mission-critical environments such as social infrastructure, it is essential to convert frontline-specific tacit knowledge into a form that AI can interpret and to establish mechanisms to safely utilize and operate it on an ongoing basis. These new solutions build on Hitachi’s extensive track record in supporting approximately 15,000 mission-critical coresystems in collaboration with customers and partners, as well as its expertise in the platform software that supports them. They are also grounded in expertise cultivated over many years in integrating and contextualizing distributed frontline data to support advanced analysis and decision-making across areas such as railway operations management, power transmission and distribution, and manufacturing production and maintenance. In addition, by leveraging advanced AI technologies developed through collaboration with global partners, combined with the hands-on support of our Physical AI FDE Team, we will help customers optimize their frontline operations and achieve sustainable growth.”For more information, please visit: https://www.hitachi.com/content/dam/hitachi/global/en/press/files/2026/09/260903d.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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TOKYO, September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (TSE: 7011) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) toward a strategic partnership in the defense sector. Through this partnership, the two companies will strengthen their collaboration in areas such as operation plans, command and control, and unmanned assets, with the aim of reinforcing Japan’s industrial base for defense and establishing data and AI sovereignty.In recent years, the security environment around the world has undergone significant changes, and Japan’s Ministry of Defense and Self-Defense Forces are moving to strengthen and transform the country’s defense capabilities. With this backdrop, companies at the core of the defense industry are supporting national security by accelerating the improvement cycle for defense equipment, and ensuring the sovereignty and reliability of data and AI in order to adapt to "new ways of warfare" utilizing unmanned assets and AI.As the integration of defense equipment and cloud operations progresses and the utilization of AI technology advances, NEC and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries will leverage their respective strengths to contribute to the strengthening and transformation of defense capabilities by providing high-value-added and highly reliable products and services for the development of new command and control systems.Comments from both companies regarding this partnership are as follows."This partnership marks an important step toward realizing a truly sovereign and highly reliable defense system that brings together Japan’s technologies and expertise. Going forward, we will contribute to the strengthening and transformation of Japan’s defense by ensuring the performance of critical capabilities with cutting-edge technologies and leveraging domain knowledge."Takayuki Morita, President and CEO, NEC Corporation"We are confident that this partnership will be a crucial foundation for a truly sovereign and highly reliable defense system that integrates both companies’ advanced technologies and expertise and maximizes our technological advantages. Together, we will support safety and security, contribute to the further strengthening of defense capabilities and the sustainable development of security infrastructure."Eisaku Ito, President and CEO, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.About Mitsubishi Heavy Industries GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, September 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Bombardier Inc. (Bombardier) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) are pleased to announce that they have entered into an agreement under which Bombardier will acquire the assets of MHI Canada Aerospace, Inc. (MHICA), located in Mississauga, Ontario. Subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, the transaction is expected to close later this year.With this acquisition, Bombardier will add MHICA's aerostructure manufacturing capabilities and its expert team of approximately 750 employees to support its industry-leading aircraft programs. The transaction further strengthens Bombardier's in-house aerostructures capabilities, resilience and autonomy."This agreement represents a key step in Bombardier's long-term growth strategy, strengthening critical capabilities, enhancing operational resilience and supporting the company's flexibility to meet growing customer demand," said David Murray, Executive Vice President, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Execution and Bombardier Operational Excellence (BOE) System, Bombardier. "MHI Canada Aerospace has built a highly respected operation with a talented and experienced team. With this acquisition, we are deepening our core manufacturing expertise as well as our commitment to proactively develop the local workforce through multiple streams in component manufacturing and whole aircraft assembly."MHI will work closely with Bombardier to support an orderly transition, with a shared objective of maintaining continuity and avoiding disruption to the aircraft programs. MHI will also provide transitional support for an interim period following closing to facilitate the transfer of operations and ensure continuity for MHICA's employees and the operations in Mississauga."We are proud of what our employees have achieved at MHICA and of the important contributions they have made and will continue to make to these aircraft programs," said Hiroyuki Koguchi, Executive Vice President, Head of Commercial Aviation Systems at MHI. "Together, we have built one of Canada's aerostructures manufacturers, and this agreement ensures a bright future for our employees, whose skill, dedication and expertise have been central to MHICA's success.""This transaction is fully aligned with Bombardier's disciplined approach to investing in strategic capabilities that support our long-term priorities. It strengthens our manufacturing footprint, reinforces our supply chain and enhances our ability to meet sustained demand for our aircraft portfolio," added Sandra Hodgkinson, Senior Vice President, Strategy and M&A, Bombardier. "This transaction is a win-win for both companies as well as for the MHICA employees who join the Bombardier family and will continue to grow the local aerospace industry."The transaction reinforces Bombardier's position as one of Canada's leading aerospace and defense employers and demonstrates the company's continued commitment to investing in Canadian talent and manufacturing excellence. Likewise, MHI remains committed to the commercial aerospace and defense sectors and will continue to maintain a significant presence in Canada through its other business activities. Transaction terms and conditions remain confidential to both parties.About BombardierAt Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world's best-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,200 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier's performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious "Red Dot: Best of the Best" award for Brands and Communication DesignAbout MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com