TOKYO, Feb 28, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced today that it has begun researching and developing a RAN intelligent controller (RIC) that enables multivendor interoperability for open radio-access networks (Open RAN). The RIC, a software-defined framework that automatically controls and optimizes RAN functions together with various types of RIC application software, will serve a vital role in Open RAN by interconnecting with multivendor base station equipment for improved network quality and efficiency as well as reduced operational costs.Scope of DOCOMO's R&D initiativeIn line with RIC standard specifications being studied by the O-RAN ALLIANCE, a worldwide community promoting the adoption and spread of Open RAN in the current 5G era, DOCOMO will verify different types of RIC application software by different vendors with the aim of realizing optimization and control of multivendor base-station operating parameters. Verifications are expected eventually to demonstrate how the RIC can enhance the communication quality and customer experiences, as well as reduce operational cost, which is essential for promoting flexible and scalable Open RAN...

TOKYO, Feb 28, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. and Biogen Inc. announced today that the Biologics License Application (BLA) for lecanemab (brand name in the U.S.: LEQEMBI), an investigational anti-amyloid beta (Abeta) protofibril antibody, has been designated for Priority Review by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China. The Priority Review and Approval Procedure was implemented by the NMPA with the aim of accelerating research, development and launch of new medicines that have significant clinical value. Under this Procedure, the assessment period is expected to be shortened. In China, Eisai initiated submission of data for the BLA to the NMPA in December 2022. Eisai initially submitted a package that includes data from the Phase II clinical trial (Study 201) and the top-line data of the large global Phase III Clarity AD study in mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer's disease (AD) and mild AD (collectively known as early AD) with confirmed Aβ accumulation in the brain. Eisai will submit additional data including full data of the Clarity AD study, as directed by the NMPA. Lecanemab selectively binds and eliminates...

HIROSHIMA, Japan, Feb 28, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mazda Motor Corporation's production and sales results for January 2023 are summarized below.I. Production1. Domestic ProductionMazda's domestic production volume in January 2023 decreased 7.2% year on year due to decreased production of passenger vehicles.[Domestic production of key models in January 2023]CX-5:24,670 units(down 26.7% year on year)CX-60:8,490 unitsMAZDA3:7,485 units(down 24.1%)2. Overseas ProductionMazda's overseas production volume in January 2023 decreased 3.6% year on year due to decreased production of passenger vehicles.[Overseas production of key models in January 2023]CX-30:13,248 units(down 1.5% year on year)MAZDA3:5,283 units(down 60.4%)CX-50:4,438 units(up 3313.8%)II. Domestic SalesMazda's domestic sales volume in January 2023 increased 22.7% year on year due to increased sales of passenger and commercial vehicles.Mazda's registered vehicle market share was 5.5% (up 0.4 points year on year), with a 2.0% share of the micro-mini segment (unchanged year-on-year) and a 4.1% total market share (up 0.2 points).[Domestic sales of key models in January 2023]CX-60:3,016 unitsMAZDA2:2,003 units(up ...

TOKYO, Feb 28, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo K.K. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), one of the core companies of the Tanaka Precious Metals group based in Japan, announced today that it acquired all shares of Metalor Electrotechnics (Suzhou) Ltd. (hereafter, "Metalor Suzhou") held by its group company Metalor Technologies International SA (hereafter, "Metalor") on April 1, 2023. Metalor Suzhou is Metalor's subsidiary in China, and this acquisition of shares makes Metalor Suzhou a wholly-owned subsidiary of TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo. The subsidiary has been renamed METALOR TANAKA Electrical Materials (Suzhou) Ltd., and its system of directors will be changed.Metalor Electrotechnics (Suzhou) Ltd. (From April 2023, METALOR TANAKA Electrical Materials (Suzhou) Ltd.)Reasons for the Acquisition of Metalor Suzhou's SharesIn recent years, there have been increasing needs from major Chinese customers for local production of electrical contacts in China. Therefore, TANAKA aims to continuously expand business in China by integrating TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo's production knowledge with Metalor Suzhou's resources ...

TOKYO, Feb 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC. (DOCOMO) and Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) announced today that they will expand their 6G experimental trials(1) with five world-leading vendors, including with newly added Ericsson and Keysight Technologies, Inc. (Keysight Technologies) as well as existing collaborators Fujitsu, NEC and Nokia.Trials to be conducted with five mobile technology vendorsIn preparation for the future launch of 6G services, DOCOMO and NTT are actively engaged in the verification of various mobile communication technologies for purposes including the use of millimeter and sub-terahertz (above 6 GHz) frequency bands,(2) in addition to bands currently used for 5G. DOCOMO and NTT have been collaborating with Fujitsu, NEC and Nokia on trials(3),(4) of such technologies as well as related AI technologies since June 2022.DOCOMO, NTT and Ericsson have now formally agreed to begin testing new 6G wireless interfaces for mid-band 6-15GHz frequencies as well as sub-terahertz 100GHz bands capable of ultra-fast data transmission. Also, DOCOMO, NTT and Keysight Technologies have agreed to test radio propagation for ultra-wideb...

TOKYO, Feb 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Vodafone and NTT DOCOMO, INC. (DOCOMO) agreed to cooperate to bring the benefits of open radio access networks (Open RAN) to a wider operator and vendor community.In a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed today, Vodafone and DOCOMO agreed to cooperate towards harmonizing mobile operator system integration and test processes including testing criteria and experiences to create common test scripts, a series of software instructions needed to conduct a test. This uniform approach to testing will mean that vendors can avoid repetition when dealing with multiple operators, saving them time, capital outlays, and resources, also making sure the industry delivers, no matter the region, secure by design, high quality products as defined by the industry bodies - 3GPP and the ORAN Alliance. The cooperation will be performed by exchanging the respective expertise and technologies between the parties.The cooperation will drive greater interoperability between different vendor systems worldwide giving customers a seamless service across 4G and 5G Open RAN networks no matter where they live, work, or travel. Smaller suppliers and startu...

Toyota City, Japan, Feb 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces its sales, production, and export results for January 2023, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd.In January 2023, global sales were down year-on-year due to the impact from the spread of COVID-19 and the tight supply of semiconductors. Global production was up year-on-year in Japan and overseas as the result of a rebound from decreased production due to impact from the spread of COVID-19 and the tight supply of semiconductors in the previous year.The situation remains difficult to predict due to semiconductor shortages and COVID-19. However, we will continue to carefully monitor the parts supply situation and minimize sudden decreases in production as much as possible while making every effort to deliver as many vehicles to our customers at the earliest date.For more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/company/profile/production-sales-figures/202301.html. Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

SUNNYVALE, Calif., and TOKYO, Feb 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Juniper Networks (NYSE:JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, and NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701), a leading global IT and network transformation services provider, today announced that they are working with Tele Columbus AG, one of Germany's leading fiber network providers, to create a converged interconnect network (CIN) built on Juniper's Cloud Metro infrastructure and NEC's xHaul transformation services, that will converge all its services onto a single, high-performance platform. Tele Columbus is investing in the next-generation network to enable sustainable business growth that can consistently deliver scalable, high-quality digital entertainment and business service experiences while managing costs and environmental considerations effectively. As a key to this initiative, the initial launch of the new platform will take place in early 2023. Tele Columbus AG is one of Germany's leading fiber network operators, which reaches more than 3 million homes. Via its brand PYUR, the company offers high-speed internet including telephony and more than 200 TV channels. All of this via a digital entertain...

TOKYO, Feb 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - During MWC Barcelona 2023, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and NEC Corporation highlighted their continued commitment to push the commercialization of next-generation networks with the introduction of the latest 5G vDU from NEC. Powered by the Qualcomm X100 5G RAN Accelerator Card, HPE ProLiant DL110 Platform, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, this new innovative infrastructure solution aims to address the ever-growing capacity challenges and low latency needs of networks of the future and satisfy the demands of consumer digital experiences.Expanding on the companies' new windowprevious announcement from November 2021, these solutions will enhance how 5G services are delivered by allowing networks to manage increased data loads by broadening capacity and boosting flexibility. Thanks to the robust feature set of the Qualcomm X100 5G RAN Accelerator Card, including commercial-grade Layer 1 (L1) software, operators will be able to more rapidly rollout future 3GPP release features, lengthen platform lifespan, and reduce total cost of ownership. All critical components to help fuel the next wave of digital transformation. "NEC is a key le...