TOKYO, Jan 03 (News On Japan) - Generative AI has undergone remarkable advancements. This report explores its cutting-edge developments and the challenges it faces.
How far has AI progressed? Will it take over human jobs? What about the ethical concerns surrounding voice rights?
Source: ANN
The 75th Sapporo Snow Festival kicked off on February 4th, drawing large crowds from both Japan and abroad to one of Hokkaido’s most iconic winter events.
A 55-year-old demolition worker has been arrested on suspicion of violating Hokkaido’s Public Nuisance Prevention Ordinance after entering a convenience store wearing only stockings on his lower body and exposing himself to a female clerk.
A series of monkey attacks on residents have been reported in Tokushima City since January, with cases involving elementary and junior high school students prompting heightened police patrols.
SoftBank Group Chairman and CEO Masayoshi Son and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman have launched a new AI services company in Japan, aiming to drive innovation in enterprise AI. At the unveiling, Son introduced the company’s first service, "Crystal," which he described as a revolutionary AI solution that will transform business operations.
Russia has expanded its facilities on Suisho Island in the Habomai group of the Northern Territories, which it continues to occupy illegally.
Bhutan has introduced an artificial intelligence system called 'AI Buddha,' developed by Kyoto University and other institutions, to provide life advice and guidance based on Buddhist scriptures.
China’s AI industry has caused a stir with the emergence of Deepseek, a groundbreaking artificial intelligence model that has drawn comparisons to the world's leading AI systems.
Have you ever felt frustrated that your voice is not reflected in local government decisions? Bureaucratic processes often seem slow and inefficient. In Tokyo, a new initiative aims to change that with artificial intelligence.
The global AI landscape is witnessing rapid advancements, with nations and tech companies vying for leadership. Among the recent breakthroughs is DeepSeek, an AI model developed by a Chinese firm, which has garnered widespread attention in early 2025.
Here are nine noteworthy updates in the world of generative AI.
This year, "NRF Retail’s Big Show," a prominent event in the U.S. retail industry, took place in New York. Known as one of the world's largest retail trade expos, the event attracted over 1,000 companies from various countries and drew 40,000 attendees.
Donald Trump has changed from a skeptic to a cryptocurrency champion by sparking excitement across financial markets. His pro-crypto stance during the 2024 presidential campaign, including promises to create a national Bitcoin reserve and reduce government control, electrified investors.
