The U.S. inked Technology Prosperity Deals (TPD) with Japan and South Korea with an eye toward spurring collaboration on AI, semiconductors, quantum computing, biotech, space, 6G and other technologies.

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan's Nikkei share average surged past the key 51,000 level for the first time on Wednesday, underpinned by investor optimism over artificial intelligence sector investments.

As part of President Trump’s trip to Asia, the United States signed Technology Prosperity Deals (TPD) with Japan and Korea, expanding, strengthening, and

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasized in a policy address on Friday that it is necessary for Japan to build a strong economy and said that turning the country into "the world's most AI-friendly country for development and utilization" and a "new technology-oriented nation" are among her goals.

Japan pledges billions to the U.S. to create jobs and boost industries like energy, AI, and manufacturing, supporting economic growth.

Near Nagoya, startup AirKamuy is building affordable cardboard “origami drones” as Japan accelerates defense innovation under rising regional threats. Backed by the Ministry of Defense, these low-cost drones highlight Japan’s growing shift toward military technology,

China has called on its neighbours Japan, South Korea, and ASEAN countries to make greater efforts in science and technology, including carrying out joint scientific and technological research, according to the official Xinhua.

The market for 'ed tech' will grow some 1.4 times from fiscal 2021 to ¥362.5 billion in fiscal 2027, Nomura Research Institute estimates.

The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) is exploring science-based technologies to strengthen sustainable pest management in the coconut industry.  To achieve this, PCA recently met with representatives of the Mitsui Group to discuss initiatives that could enhance coconut productivity and boost the country’s defenses against persistent pest threats.

After a long teaser campaign, BYD has revealed its sub-Atto 1 city car, designed to break into Japan’s notoriously domestic city car segment. Complying with Japanese ‘Kei’-class size rules, the Racco measures just 3395mm long and features seating for just four.

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese technology group NEC will pay about $2.89 billion to acquire U.S.-based telecoms and broadband software company CSG Systems, it said on Wednesday. The acquisition, expected to close in 2026,