Japan feels ready for another big financial moment. The talk everywhere is about digital money and how fast it has moved from curiosity to common ground. Everyone seems to sense a change coming.
As bear-related incidents continue to surge nationwide, fake bear videos created using generative AI are rapidly spreading across social media, prompting warnings from experts about potential legal consequences for those who post or share them.
The iGaming affiliate landscape is no longer what it was a few years ago. The rapid evolution of betting technology, regulatory frameworks, and player expectations has forced affiliates to rethink their approach.
Faint white road lines that fade over time are becoming a safety concern in Nagoya, prompting the city to test an AI-based system that automatically detects worn markings and helps determine where maintenance is needed most.
Office furniture giant Itoki announced on November 5th the development of a new maintenance system that uses artificial intelligence to detect early signs of failures in logistics warehouses.
Visitors to Uruma Marche, a local produce market in Uruma City, can now use artificial intelligence to get instant cooking ideas for Okinawan ingredients.
Japan’s first international AI film festival was held over the holiday weekend, drawing more than 400 works from around 40 countries including the United States and South Korea, each created using generative AI technology.
Stores, services, and vending machines across Japan still accept cash without question. Yet digital wallets and prepaid cards are quietly reshaping how money moves.