The Communications and Information network Association of Japan (CIAJ) has published extra information on the proposed Japan and AST SpaceMobile scheme for a Japanese-backed low earth orbiting constellation of broadband satellites. The CIAJ manual provides the clearest official detail yet on how the Rakuten/AST (RAST) satellite project will be funded. The manual confirms a maximum […]
Japan is testing Starlink-powered fire hydrant signs as emergency communication hubs. Japan has approximately 120,000 fire hydrant signs installed nationwide. The technical demonstration was conducted by Shokasen Hyoshiki, a company that manages fire hydrant signs across Japan. The test explored mounting Starlink equipment on a fire hydrant sign to provide satellite internet connectivity. The goal […]
Samsung Electronics has announced the successful trial of its AI-powered RAN Speed Optimizer (RSO) on KDDI’s commercial 5G Standalone (SA) network in Japan. The joint trial, which began in late 2025 and lasted for several months, demonstrated how AI solutions can deliver benefits in daily operations and actualise a transformative leap in enhancing network performance. […]
Japan’s Nippon TV has announced a strategic evolution of its international divisions and leadership structure, with the formation of its newest Global Strategy division which it says will drive long-term growth initiatives across IP development, technology, strategic partnerships, and region-specific market strategies. This new division will work in parallel with the company’s Content Business division […]
Asia-Pacific’s (APAC) mobile landscape is entering a decisive new phase as operators accelerate the retirement of 2G and 3G networks, freeing spectrum and investment capacity to scale advanced 4G and 5G services. The transition marks more than a technology upgrade; it is reshaping competitive dynamics, enabling AI-driven networks, enterprise innovation, and digital infrastructure that will […]
Nielsen, a specialist in audience measurement, data and media intelligence, has announced the expansion of its cross-platform measurement of YouTube across computer, mobile and connected TV devices to include the deduplication of linear TV audiences in Japan. Nielsen Four-Screen Ad Deduplication campaign measurement enables media buyers to more clearly understand and better compare YouTube reach […]
Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs & Communications is allocating $1 billion (described as 1,600 billion Yen) for its planned J-LEO constellation of low Earth orbiting satellites. The plan is to build a satellite infrastructure that allows direct communication with regular smartphones its citizens already own—no dead zones, even in remote mountains, at sea, or during […]
London-based speciality satellite operator Avanti Communications is selling a satellite to Japan’s SkyPerfect JSAT. The satellite, Hylas 3, is undertaking tests and will come into service early in 2027 as JSAT-144D, operating from 144 degrees East. The satellite was launched in 2019 with has eight steerable Ka-band beams that was configured to cover Europe, the […]
DAZN, the sports streaming platform, has unveiled its enhanced in‑app experience for the FIFA World Cup 2026. DAZN has secured broadcast rights in Spain, Italy and Japan where fans can watch all 104 matches of the tournament live on DAZN, alongside instant replays, highlights, and unique World Cup features and content throughout the tournament. Shay Segev, […]
Nippon TV, Japan’s multiplatform entertainment provider, has announced that its popular variety show, Monday Late Show (Japanese title: Getsuyo kara Yofukashi, meaning “staying up late even on Monday night”), will be available for global catch-up streaming on Netflix from today [May 21st]. Now entering its 15th year on the air, Monday Late Show is a […]