Bethesda, United States, and Kawasaki, Japan, Feb 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited today announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly accelerate technology development in several critical areas, leveraging Lockheed Martin’s integrated systems expertise and Fujitsu’s world-leading technologies and commercial scale to advance innovation of dual-use capabilities.Through the MOU the companies plan to strengthen the technological foundation for dual-use solutions in quantum computing, edge computing enabled by advanced sensing and real-time data fusion, artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), advanced microelectronics, and multi-domain next-generation network solutions.CTO Perspectives“This collaboration accelerates technologies that are critical to meeting the future needs of our customers,” said Craig Martell, vice president and chief technology officer, Lockheed Martin. “Coupling the expertise of Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu across technology areas will be a force multiplier, advancing leadership in critical technologies like microelectronics, inference at the edge and quan...

KAWASAKI, Japan, Feb 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. has adopted Fujitsu's passkey authentication service (FIDO2 standard [1]) for its web services, including online trading for individual customers. This initiative addresses the growing social issue of account hijacking due to unauthorized access. SMBC Nikko Securities will commence operations of this service on January 30, 2026.Passkey authentication leverages biometric authentication and PIN codes, offering superior security against phishing compared to traditional password and two-factor authentication. It also enhances convenience by eliminating the need for password entry and the frustration of forgotten passwords. Fujitsu's online biometric passkey authentication service, part of its Identity and Access Management offering under the Uvance business model, is designed to create a secure authentication environment tailored to customer needs. Being a cloud-based service, it enables rapid and flexible deployment, with SMBC Nikko Securities implementing it in approximately five months.Fujitsu will continue to support SMBC Nikko Securities in further stre...

TOKYO, Feb 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Chairman & Chief Executive Officer: Takayoshi Futae; hereinafter: JCB) today announced a promotion campaign for inbound visitors to Japan in the Tenjin area of Fukuoka City, running from February 2 to March 31, 2026. As part of the ongoing business partnership between JCB and American Express in Japan, the campaign is also available to eligible overseas American Express Card Members, including those holding American Express cards issued through partner institutions.JCB and American Express have previously collaborated on initiatives supporting shopping districts and local retailers. In 2025, the two companies conducted a campaign in Kobe City to promote inbound tourism. Building on that success, the new Tenjin campaign invites international visitors to enjoy shopping at participating department stores and retailers popular with tourists.During the campaign period, cardmembers who make a single purchase of 5,000 JPY or more (including tax) using an overseas-issued JCB or American Express card at participating merchants will receive an original Japanese-style drawstring pouch. P...