Sony and TSMC to invest ¥1 trillion in joint chip plant in Japan
The Japanese company's chip arm Sony Semiconductor Solutions and TSMC are partnering on next-generation image sensors for robots and cars.
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Beijing urged to win Indian hearts, Hong Kong’s hottest day: 5 weekend reads you missed
We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of…
Trump taps loyal aide Scharf as new White House counsel
US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that his new White House counsel will be Will Scharf, the staff secretary who as the Trump-appointed head of…
Privacy fears drive ‘patriotic Americans’ to destroy licence plate cameras
In only a few years, the surveillance start-up Flock has installed more than 100,000 licence plate reader cameras across the United States. But a…
Cologne marches for queer community after Berlin Pride attack
Around 10,000 people gathered in Cologne on Sunday for a demonstration in support of the queer community following the Islamist attack at Berlin Pride. The…
Amusement parks across Japan raising fees amid higher costs
Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studios Japan are among the parks that are rolling out new pricing structures.
Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria as drone explodes near pipeline
Drone-related incidents have become increasingly frequent across eastern European countries that are NATO members and supporters of Ukraine.
Joe Biden’s prostate cancer is spreading and causing him pain, son Hunter says
Former US president Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him pain, even as he continues to speak out on public…
Former Carp catcher wishes for peace 81 years after atomic bomb
During Hasebe's seven years as catcher, he saw his team grow amid struggles and felt the enthusiasm of Hiroshima residents for reviving the city.
Experts look ahead at the next 20 years of robotics at RoboBusiness
At Robobusiness, leaders in robotics will explore the technologies, opportunities, and challenges that will shape the next twenty years. The post Experts…
A Yukio Mishima stage adaptation pulls genre-bending strings
A cross-cultural collaboration mixing bunraku puppetry, kabuki and literature is creating a new take on Yukio Mishima's novel.
Tax official dismissed over fraud and dodging tax on gambling winnings
Authorities have referred the official to prosecutors on suspicion of fraud and filed a criminal complaint for violating the income tax law.
Prince Hisahito offers flowers for Hiroshima A-bomb victims
This is the first time the prince has undertaken official duties outside Tokyo without being accompanied by other members of the Imperial Family.
China retaliates on US sanctions; North Korea’s dog meat advisory: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and…
Bus driver kicked explosive drone out of the air at German airport
A bus driver knocked an explosive-laden drone out of the air, potentially preventing an attack this week at a German airport that serves as a major Nato and…
UK clears Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros
Britain on Thursday gave the green light to Paramount Skydance’s US$110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, as the entertainment and media mega-deal…
The Download: Google’s AI shake-up and Meta’s rogue model
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.…
Takaichi emphasizes Japan’s commitment to nonnuclear principles on Hiroshima anniversary
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first appearance at the ceremony as the nation's leader comes as the government prepares to revise key national security…
HII signs up to $900M agreement with Path Robotics, GrayMatter Robotics
The latest agreement expands HII's HYPER Program, which Path Robotics and GrayMatter Robotics joined earlier this year. The post HII signs up to $900M…
Bank of America sees yen jumping 6% by end of 2026
Analysts at the bank see the Japanese currency advancing to ¥149 per dollar on joint action between Tokyo and Washington, and the prospect of a rate hike in…
Why perception is the key to scaling industrial autonomy
Autonomy is no longer just about robotic motor skills. It encompasses machine awareness, dynamic decision-making, multi-vehicle coordination, and spatial…
U.S. ambassador to skip peace ceremonies in Hiroshima and Nagasaki
This year's ceremonies will be the first missed by a U.S. ambassador since Rahm Emanuel skipped the event in Nagasaki in 2024.
The Download: NASA’s new telescope and Chinese tech import curbs
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. NASA’s…
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