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PulseAugur coverage of Tokyo — every cluster mentioning Tokyo across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
15 day(s) with sentiment data
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TOKIUM launches AI BPO service; Sales Retriever claims 6x OpenAI model performance
TOKIUM has launched a new business called "AI agentic BPO" that uses AI to handle business tasks. Separately, Sales Retriever claims its proprietary technology achieves six times the performance of OpenAI's latest model…
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Asian markets hit record highs amid e-commerce recovery, AI investment concerns
The article discusses a positive start to the week for Asian stock markets, with Tokyo reaching a new record high, and the Swedish krona strengthening against the USD and EUR. E-commerce in Sweden has also seen a recove…
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Man sprays foul liquid, injuring 20 in Tokyo shopping center
A man sprayed an unidentified, foul-smelling liquid in a Tokyo shopping center, causing injuries to approximately 20 people. The incident occurred near an ATM on the ground floor, leading to throat irritation and other …
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Mysterious sky crack over Tokyo unleashes unknown objects
A mysterious crack appeared in the sky above Tokyo, releasing unknown objects and initiating a science fiction narrative. This event is presented as the first part of a series titled "Dimension Rift," with the author pr…
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The Verge reviews cozy virtual Tokyo cafe game 'Coffee Talk'
The Verge reviewed "Coffee Talk," a video game set in a virtual Tokyo coffee shop. The game allows players to experience the atmosphere of a cozy cafe and interact with its patrons. It is available on multiple platforms…
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AI takes over gas station fuel permits in Tokyo to prevent closures
An AI system is now authorized to handle fuel-dispensing permissions at self-service gas stations in Tokyo, a task previously requiring human intervention. This initiative aims to prevent the closure of gas stations by …
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Tokyo apartment prices surge 24.8%; S. Korea food exports rise 4.7%
In April, the average price of newly supplied apartments in the Tokyo metropolitan area saw a significant year-over-year increase of 24.8%, reaching 87.36 million yen. Meanwhile, South Korea's food exports grew by 4.7% …
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ZDNet names top travel VPN based on speed tests
ZDNet has awarded its latest Lab Award to a VPN service, recognizing it as the best option for travelers. The award was based on tests conducted in major cities including New York, London, and Tokyo, where the VPN demon…
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Machine learning framework enhances GNSS positioning accuracy in urban areas
Researchers have developed a new machine learning framework to improve the accuracy of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) positioning, particularly in challenging urban environments. The system uses activation f…
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Rust's reliability and safety features discussed by Tokio maintainer
This podcast episode features Alice Ryhl, a core maintainer of the Tokio async runtime and a software engineer on Google's Android Rust team. Ryhl discusses Rust's unique features, such as its memory safety, ownership, …
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Russian hiker injured in Tokyo bear attack amid rising encounters
A Russian hiker was seriously injured in an attack by a bear near Mount Sanukido in Tokyo. This incident adds to growing concerns in Japan about an increasing number of human-bear encounters, with fears that the country…
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Runway opens Tokyo office, invests $40M in Japan expansion
Runway is expanding its global presence by opening a new office in Tokyo, Japan. The company is committing an initial investment of $40 million to support this expansion. This move is driven by Japan being one of Runway…
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Alphabet seeks $5T for AI buildout via debt issuance
Alphabet is reportedly raising $5 trillion in debt by 2030 to fund its AI buildout. Executives pitched Japanese investors on yen bonds, a move that quadruples the amount of debt the company sold in its first 26 years. T…
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Japan, S. Korea Boost Ties Amid Supply Chain Fears
Japan and South Korea are strengthening their diplomatic ties and economic cooperation, driven by concerns over regional instability and supply chain security. The two nations have established a mutual energy swap agree…
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Global LeSS Conference to explore AI's impact on organizational adaptation
The Global LeSS Conference will be held in Tokyo from October 8-9, 2026, focusing on organizational adaptation in the face of rapid AI advancements. The event will feature real-world case studies and practical insights …
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ADC Japan speaker to detail automated circuit measurement for AI audio models
George Gkountouras will present a session on automated circuit measurement for neural network training at ADC Japan. The talk will focus on practical methods for constructing cost-effective systems to gather high-qualit…
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Game Pass adds Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, and Mixtape in May
Microsoft is adding several new titles to its Game Pass subscription service in May, including the highly anticipated racing game Forza Horizon 6 and the underwater survival sequel Subnautica 2. Forza Horizon 6, which f…
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Japan army unit withdraws AI-generated elephant logo after public criticism
A Japanese infantry unit has withdrawn an AI-generated logo after facing significant public criticism. The design, created using ChatGPT, depicted an elephant in combat gear holding a machine gun, which was deemed immat…
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AI audio inference deployed on Raspberry Pi 5 for automotive apps
Kieran Coulter will present on deploying AI audio inference on the Raspberry Pi 5 at the Audio Developer Conference (ADC) Japan. The presentation, titled "TX/RX Part 2: AI Audio on the Raspberry Pi," will focus on autom…
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Tokyo airport deploys humanoid robots as baggage handlers, sparking safety concerns
Humanoid robots are being deployed as baggage handlers at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, a move that has drawn comparisons to the Terminator film franchise. The specific details regarding the type of robots or the timeline for…