Finance
Japanese banks racing to use generative AI in profitability drive
Artificial intelligence dominates discussions at annual Tokyo fintech event
Technology
Japan ministry asks Line, Yahoo operator to shed Naver influence
'Significant capital control' by South Korean shareholder blamed after string of data leaks
Semiconductors
Taiwan's PSMC says chip engineer shortage top challenge in Japan
Chipmaker's local head proposes joint school to train young people
Technology
Sam Altman-backed startup to bring AI smart pin to Japan, South Korea
Former Apple designers' voice-enabled smart device aims to capture generative AI boom
Companies
Kubota weighs making own batteries for electric farm equipment
Dedicated plant in Japan considered as manufacturer prepares for rollouts in West
Technology
Singapore's Sea expects to stay in black after posting 1st annual profit
NYSE-listed tech group sees Shopee gaining ground despite 'intensified competition'
Opinion
Indo-Pacific nations need to put more focus on cybersecurity
AI is magnifying threats but can also help fortify defenses
Markets
Japan and U.S. stock rallies fueled by tech on AI boom
Some see 1990s dot-com-style bubble, but current stock prices supported by earnings
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Announcements
Disco, Socionext and Zozo to be added to Nikkei 225
Takara Holdings, Sumitomo Osaka Cement and Pacific Metals to be deleted
Technology
Vietnamese Miss World model fined for social media 'insults'
Southeast Asian nation is closing off internet while opening up supply chains
DealStreetAsia
Vietnam's AI prowess boosts precision medicine startups
Bevy of 'promising companies,' including Gene Solutions, attract investments
Agriculture
NEC and Sumitomo put AI to work down on the farm
Japanese companies aim to support agriculture as global warming drives extreme weather
Markets
Japan's once-overlooked chip sector suppliers drive Nikkei rally
Competitive advantage in chipmaking equipment and materials pays off
Transportation
Malaysia to let foreign vessels repair undersea cables
Minister says exemption to standard ban will be permanent, eyeing boost to digital sector
5G networks
Microsoft seals Middle East 5G deal as its telecom push accelerates
Software giant looking to challenge likes of Huawei, Nokia in network tech
Editor-in-Chief’s Picks
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Japan's chip reboot
Shin Nakayama shares his weekly reflections and recommendations
Semiconductors
Qualcomm and MediaTek race to put generative AI on devices
Text-to-video capabilities set to be crucial battleground for chipmakers
Markets
Tokyo Electron, Kobe Steel court global investors as Japan stocks rally
Companies tap into soaring demand for Tokyo-listed shares
Business Spotlight
China's minidrama producers set their sights on challenging Netflix
Ultra-short episodes and wacky plots help series flourish on social media
Technology
China charges ahead in EVs as Apple gives up decadelong dream
Japan has opening to learn from U.S. tech leader's stumble
Automobiles
U.S. launches inquiry into Chinese connected cars
Biden orders review of dangers of data collection on drivers and passengers
Electronics
Tata, Powerchip to build India's first semiconductor fab
Taiwanese, Japanese, Thai firms join projects to fuel Modi's chip ambition
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TSMC in Japan and Wikipedia's AI worries
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times
5G networks
Dell says AI rush can be tipping point for Open RAN adoption
Initiative to crack open network equipment market is compatible with AI
Startups
ASEAN startups pay more for sales jobs to chase cash, study finds
Early-stage companies prioritize nontech roles amid less access to funding