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TECH 3

Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 2, 2023
Chinese foreign minister says Japanese chip curbs to drive Beijing's self-reliance
Chinese Foreign Minister says Tokyo's new export controls on semiconductor equipment will only further drive Beijing's quest 'to become self-reliant.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 2, 2023
Fully automated driving under certain conditions allowed in Japan
The government has a target of realizing Level 4 autonomous driving services in at least 40 locations by fiscal 2025.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Apr 2, 2023
Humans versus machines: The fight to copyright AI art
Many artists and companies that own creative content fiercely oppose granting copyrights to AI owners or users.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 1, 2023
Elon Musk defends paid Twitter as blue tick ultimatum looms
The billionaire defended his controversial pay model for Twitter, claiming that any social media platform that didn't follow suit would fail because they would be swarmed by bots.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 31, 2023
There's no such thing as artificial intelligence
The term artificial intelligence breeds misunderstanding and helps its creators avoid culpability for mistakes.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Mar 31, 2023
China’s hospitality may not be what it seems
The day before Jack Ma resurfaced in China, former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou arrived for an unprecedented and unofficial 12-day visit.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 31, 2023
Japan tightens chip gear exports as U.S. seeks to contain China
Tokyo’s move follows months of lobbying by the U.S. to get Japan to join it in tightening shipments of semiconductor tools to China.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 30, 2023
Alibaba outlines plan for company split to 'unleash productivity'
Each unit will function as an independently operating company that could go to the market to seek financing or launch an initial public offering.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 30, 2023
Younger people abandon smartphones for less anxiety, brain fog and mental strain
Though the trend may be small, companies are catering to fans of so-called dumbphones who seek to disconnect by breaking the hold smartphones have on their lives.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 30, 2023
Elon Musk and others urge AI pause, citing 'risks to society'
In an open letter with over 1000 signatories, researchers and industry leaders said a 6-month halt on advanced AI development is necessary until shared safety protocols can be put in place.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 29, 2023
As missile tests escalate, North Korea plays cyberespionage long game
Pyongyang has unleashed a raft of digital weapons ultimately aimed at supporting its nuclear ambitions, threat intelligence firm Mandiant said in a report.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / ANALYSIS
Mar 29, 2023
Alibaba’s $32 billion day signals breakups ahead for China Tech
China’s online commerce leader surprised markets Tuesday by announcing plans to split its $220 billion empire into six units that will individually raise funds and explore IPOs.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 29, 2023
China's Alibaba to break up empire into six units as Jack Ma returns home
The revamp comes a day after the Alibaba founder returned home from a yearlong stay abroad, a move that dovetailed with Beijing's effort to spur growth in the private sector.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech / FOCUS
Mar 29, 2023
China tackles chip talent shortage with new courses and higher pay
Enrollments for undergraduate and post-graduate courses have surged over the past five years thanks to new funds for top universities.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 28, 2023
AI and social media are a dangerous combination
The TikTok feeding frenzy reflects genuine fear about social media influence and AI, but a solution is elusive.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 27, 2023
LDP lawmakers eye ban on TikTok and other services if used for disinformation
A group of ruling Liberal Democratic Party lawmakers plans to compile the proposal next month.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Mar 27, 2023
TSMC’s Kumamoto plant tests Kyushu’s readiness to meet surging investment
The world's leading chip manufacturer has invested around ¥1 trillion in the construction of the sprawling industrial complex, which is expected to employ some 1,700 workers.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 27, 2023
Twitter says parts of its source code were leaked online
The leak adds to the challenges facing the Elon Musk-owned company, which is trying to identify the person responsible and any other people who downloaded the code.
Two of America’s biggest debt holders are dumping Treasurys
The U.S. Treasury building in Washington. Investors in Japan and China sold a pile of U.S. debt in the last quarter, just before the U.S. presidential election.
Ishiba aggravates his own political failures with diplomatic faux pas
Prime Minster Shigeru Ishiba is greeted at the APEC summit in Lima by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday. The Japanese leader was criticized for remaining seated while meeting several world leaders at the event.
Japan's 3.31 million visitors in October set monthly record
Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto in December 2023. Famous autumn leaf colors contributed to increased tourism demand last month from many markets across Asia, Europe and North America, the Japan National Tourism Organization has said.
Japan ranks last in romance satisfaction for second straight year
In a survey of 31 countries, Japan ranked last in terms of those who felt loved, with just 51% of respondents saying so.
Ruling coalition and DPP strike last-minute deal over economic policy
DPP policy chief Makoto Mahaguchi speaks at the party's policy gathering in Tokyo on Wednesday.
Japan, U.K. and Italy discuss inviting more countries to joint fighter project
A new concept model of a next-generation fighter jet to be jointly developed by Japan, Britain and Italy is on display in Farnborough, Hampshire, in July.
Haruki Murakami's 'The City and Its Uncertain Walls' gives deep deja vu
For “The City and Its Uncertain Walls,” translated into English by Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami confronts the ghosts who won't leave him alone.
Japanese expats in Asia find community through rugby
The Taiwan Fivewoods celebrate their victory at the 2023 Asian Japanese Rugby Cup in December of last year.
In Fukushima, a weekend of prose, poetry and translation
Aomori-based writer JJ Carter presented on tabletop gaming as creative inspiration for building characters and narratives.
For Dr. Nakamats, aging is just experience in action
Though he didn't win the recent gubernatorial election in Tokyo, the 96-year-old Dr. Nakamats' run was seen as inspirational in Japan's aging society.

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