Economy
Japan lays out strategy to tackle $33bn digital trade deficit
Policy stresses training talent as retirements put legacy systems at risk
Technology
Huawei unveils new Harmony OS, AI model in race for tech self-reliance
Operating system will cover all devices and leverage company's AI capabilities
Editor-in-Chief’s Picks
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Thailand's marriage equality milestone
Shin Nakayama shares his weekly reflections and recommendations
Retail
Uniqlo parent to digitally track materials across its supply chain
Fast Retailing wants to keep stores well stocked by collecting factory data
Business Spotlight
The AI scramble: Why SoftBank, KDDI and others are racing for Sharp's LCD factory
As Japan aspires to be a major player in AI it is desperate for data centers
Cryptocurrencies
Singapore flags crypto for 'higher risk' in money laundering
Enforcement agencies put financial sector on digital currency crimes alert
#techAsia
Can TSMC bring a new shape to AI?
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
Semiconductors
TSMC explores radical new chip packaging approach to feed AI boom
Rectangular substrates to unlock more power are also being tested by Intel and Samsung
Technology
China tech: Two deaths on same day reignite work culture debate
Shopee and iFlytek cases latest examples of young workers dying suddenly
Supply Chain
Micron plans HBM expansion in U.S. and mulls production in Malaysia
Memory chip maker is chasing South Korean rivals SK Hynix and Samsung
Artificial intelligence
Japan goes light on AI regulation to court investment
How business-friendly can Tokyo be as public concerns rise?
Artificial intelligence
HPE to supply $200m in Nvidia-powered servers for Japan AI supercomputer
Upgrade will help develop models for generative artificial intelligence, CEO says
Telecommunication
Elon Musk's Starlink under fire from Indonesian telecom sector
Industry group calls for government freeze on sale of company's services
Energy
Canon's protective coating to double life of bendable solar cells
Eneos to boost iodine output as Japan pushes to commercialize versatile tech
Podcast: Tech Latest
Space junk cleaner Astroscale makes Tokyo market debut
Tech Latest: Tune in to Nikkei Asia's podcast for the freshest updates on the tech sector
Asia Insight
Japan's 'rocket island' revival rests on startups, tech jobs and immigrants
Small firms breathe life into town headed for extinction with space boom years away
Technology
Hong Kong's AI bet through Temasek-style fund signals strategic shift
City steps up comprehensive effort to transform into tech hub in tense times
Environment
Japan's green tech suppliers seek more credit for carbon reduction
Panasonic hopes to see 'avoided emissions' standards as soon as March
Semiconductors
Japan chipmaker Kioxia ends production cuts, secures bank lending
The company pursues IPO as NAND market improves
Semiconductors
TSMC supplier Organo aims for new heights after tenfold jump in stock
Provider of ultrapure water enjoys rare stability in volatile industry
Automobiles
Suzuki to develop self-driving minicars by teaming with startup
Collaboration with Tier IV will help reduce development costs
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Japan defense startups draw interest from U.S. venture capital
Government push for stronger defenses seen accelerating industry's growth
Technology
IBM and Japan institute team up to develop next-gen quantum computer
New unit is expected to perform at a level 75 times higher than current models
Startups
From eels to EVs, Israel startups raise profile in Japan amid war
Growing international isolation has not deterred outreach to investors
Interview
Apple leans on Japan partners to promote Vision Pro: lead developer
Canon 3D lens and new apps will help widen headset's appeal, says Mike Rockwell