新社会システム総合研究所 List of News Articles

[Speaker] Kazuki Miyamoto, Representative/Analyst, VentureClef, USA [Key Lecture Content] AI development has stepped into the realm of singularity, with technology evolving at an exponential rate. OpenAI will release AGI (AI comparable to human intelligence). President Trump is promoting AI innovation, and a rush to build gigawatt-class AI data centers has begun across the United States. Tesla is entering semiconductor manufacturing, producing AI processors in-house, and equipping them in robots and cars. They are vertically integrating core technologies from chips to AI. The Trump administration has initiated the development of "domestic AI," exporting it to allied countries and launching an initiative to dominate the global market. The AI moonshot project will have an immeasurable impact on the U.S. industry and economy. The ripple effects will spread to the global society, including Japan. Japanese companies are required to understand the U.S. AI megatrend and prepare for this wave. [Lecture Items] <1> Intelligence <2> Infrastructure <3> Hardware <4> Economy

[Speaker] Hiroaki Izuma, Advisor, Business Creation Division, Tohoku Electric Power Co., Inc. Director, Osaka University Foresight Co., Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] Renewable energy (solar power, wind power) is unstable, so Short-term Energy Storage (SDES) is necessary. The main SDES is lithium-ion batteries, which can store energy for several hours, but as the ratio of renewable energy is expected to reach about 50% in the future, Long-term Energy Storage (LDES) will be required. LDES can store energy from 10 hours to several months. The technological classifications of LDES include electrochemical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical methods. In this lecture, we will explain the characteristics of each LDES method, promising overseas startups, and the progress of social implementation, providing insights into new business opportunities. [Lecture Items] 1. Background for the need for LDES 2. Characteristics of the four technological methods 3. Promising overseas LDES startups and social implementation (1) Electrochemical method (2) Mechanical method (3) Thermal method (4) Chemical method 4. Comparison between overseas and Japan 5. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Key Lecture Content] I. Current Status and Future Direction of the Battery Industry Takaya Ikeda, Section Chief, Battery Industry Division, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry 1. Importance of Batteries and Market Trends 2. Battery Supply Chain 3. Trends in Government and Industry Overseas 4. Battery Industry Strategy, Current Status, and Direction 5. Business Card Exchange II. Current Status and Challenges of the Resource Recycling Process for Batteries Chiharu Tokoro, Professor, Department of Environmental Resource Engineering, School of Creative Science and Engineering, Waseda University Professor, Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo 1. Resource Recycling and Carbon Neutrality 2. Sustainability of Batteries 3. Overview of Separation and Concentration Technologies for Resource Recycling 4. Overview of the Resource Recycling Process for Lithium-Ion Batteries 5. Efforts Toward Direct Recycling 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] EY Strategy and Consulting Co., Ltd. Transaction and Corporate Finance M&A Advisory Director Naoki Saito [Key Lecture Content] In recent years, the grid-scale battery business has garnered significant attention from practitioners, particularly in the renewable energy sector. However, it is also true that there are several challenges that remain to be addressed for further investment expansion. In this lecture, we will explain the finance environment, various markets utilized for revenue generation, and the diversifying business schemes that could influence the success or failure of investment expansion. We will also introduce the current challenges related to each theme, the efforts of market participants towards their resolution or improvement, and future outlooks. [Lecture Items] 1. Overview of the business surrounding grid-scale batteries (historical trends, etc.) 2. Diversifying business schemes 3. Current challenges hindering further investment expansion (finance methods, etc.) 4. Various initiatives towards problem-solving 5. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Naoki Mori, Director and Creative Director, Business Transformation Creative Center, Dentsu Inc. [Lecture Items] 1. A comprehensive summary of trends at CES 2026. 2. The deepening of AI and generative AI and the forefront of business implementation. 3. Emerging technologies and partnership strategies of companies in Europe, the U.S., and South Korea. 4. Interpreting the next-generation visions of global companies from keynote speeches. 5. Industry trends highlighted at CES 2026. 6. Decoding the "essence of exhibitions": Keys to reconstructing presence. 7. Q&A / Business card exchange.

[Speaker] Partner Attorney at TMI Comprehensive Legal Professional Corporation Representative Director of TMI Privacy & Security Consulting, Inc. Mr. Tetsuya Oi [Key Lecture Content] This seminar targets individuals from business divisions of companies considering data utilization businesses, particularly in (1) online advertising, and legal departments of companies that want to comprehensively organize legal regulations regarding personal data, amid the rapid development of data utilization businesses. [Lecture Topics] 1. Examples of data businesses in various industries 2. Legal regulations regarding data utilization 3. Legal issues for online advertising measures 4. Legal issues related to connected cars 5. Legal issues related to medical big data 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] United States Informa Techtarget (Omdia) Consulting Director Mr. Toshiya Suzuki [Key Lecture Content] Starting from 2024, large investments in AI servers by hyperscalers have accelerated the market recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. However, power semiconductors have been slow to recover due to a downturn in the automotive and industrial equipment markets, and in some areas, inventory adjustments are still taking time. This lecture will explain the importance of power semiconductors in the semiconductor market driven by AI servers, as well as the challenges and winning scenarios faced by the global power semiconductor industry with the rise of China. [Lecture Items] 1. Semiconductor Market Outlook 2. Impact of AI on the Semiconductor Market 3. Trends in the Power Semiconductor Market 4. The Rise of China's Power Semiconductors 5. Challenges and Winning Scenarios from the Geopolitical Perspective of Power Semiconductors 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Daisuke Imaizumi, President and CEO, Infocommons Inc. [Key Lecture Content] The rapid expansion of AI data centers is fundamentally changing traditional power infrastructure design. In this lecture, we will systematically explain the latest trends in AI data centers worldwide, including the United States, South Korea, and the Middle East, from the perspectives of power generation, transmission, and electrical equipment. We will analyze in detail cutting-edge examples such as massive campuses equipped with dedicated power generation of 4-5 GW, government-led models involving wide-area transmission network renovations, and integrated national infrastructure concepts in the Middle East that combine gas, renewable energy, and desalination. Furthermore, we will organize practical issues such as system capacity constraints due to concentrated GPU operations, advancements in cooling, energy storage, and distribution equipment, and the utilization of former power plant sites, while presenting areas and policy implications where Japanese companies can enter. This is a must-see lecture for capturing the power infrastructure strategy in the era of AI data centers. [Lecture Items] 1. Introduction 2. Learning from Case Studies: Latest Trends in Global AI Data Centers 3. Insights from Case Studies: Key Points in Power Generation, Transmission, and Electrical Equipment 4. Q&A

[Lecture Topics] 1. Efforts for Undergrounding Power Lines in Urban Development Mr. Takehiro Miyakawa, Planning Specialist, Urban Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism 2. Promotion of Undergrounding Power Lines in Residential Development in Tokyo Mr. Shigeru Abe, Chief of Guidance and Coordination, Urban Development Bureau, Tokyo Metropolitan Government 3. Initiatives for Accelerating the Undergrounding of Power Lines in Response to Social Demands Mr. Mitsuru Koga, Director of External Affairs Planning, Business Promotion Department, NTT Infrastructure Network Corporation 4. Current Status and Challenges of Undergrounding Power Lines, Examples of Low-Cost Initiatives Mr. Toshiichi Inoue, Director and Secretary-General, NPO Network for Supporting Cities without Power Lines, and President, Georhizome Co., Ltd.

[Speaker] Shunsuke Suzuki, President and CEO of Management Techniques Co., Ltd. [Lecture Topics] 1. Introduction 2. The Structural Premises of Future Forecasting 3. How to Identify Inevitable Patterns and Trends - The Inevitable Laws as Knowledge 4. Thinking Techniques for Future Forecasting - Taking Initiative, Being Accurate, and Creating Unique Insights 5. Accurately Predicting the Future from a Long-Term Perspective

[Speaker] Tetsushi Sudo, Manager, Business Transformation Unit, NTT Data Management Research Institute [Lecture Items] 1. Current Status of Quantum Technology Research 2. Japan's Quantum Strategy Shift: Focus on Quantum Networks 3. Keys to Standardization of Quantum Networks 4. Actions Towards Strategy Implementation 5. Challenges and Solutions for Realization 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Yuji Maeda, Ph.D. Director, NTT Corporation Space Environment Energy Research Institute [Key Lecture Content] The NTT Space Environment Energy Research Institute was established with the aim of creating innovative technologies for the regeneration of the Earth's environment and the realization of a sustainable and inclusive society, and it has been five years since its founding. We have been tackling unconventional research themes that are not found in previous NTT research institutes, and we are beginning to see concrete results. In this lecture, we will focus on next-generation energy-related technologies aimed at achieving zero environmental impact, explaining the latest initiatives and future prospects regarding four topics: "Watt-Bit Collaboration," "Lightning Control and Charging," "Space Solar Power Generation," and "Fusion Energy." [Lecture Items] 1. The World the NTT Space Environment Energy Research Institute Aims For 2. Maximizing Renewable Energy Utilization - Watt-Bit Collaboration 3. Turning Disasters into Blessings - Lightning Control and Charging Technology 4. Utilizing Space Energy - Space Solar Power Generation 5. Ultimate Energy - Fusion Energy 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Lecturer] Hirohiko Nakamura, Chief Department Manager, Advanced Technology Center, Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. [Key Lecture Content] Physical AI refers to systems that incorporate artificial intelligence into robots and machines, enabling them to perceive, reason, and act in the real world, and it has garnered significant attention in recent years. Physical AI is characterized by real-time responses, appropriate reactions to rare phenomena, and ease of operation, with various demonstrations showcasing its ability to flexibly perform a wide range of tasks being released by different organizations. Practical implementations, such as Amazon's DeepFleet, are also progressing. This lecture will present the current movements toward the social implementation of Physical AI as an intelligent machine system and its future prospects. In particular, it will explore the possibility of integrating the concept of physical intelligence, which endows materials and structures with intelligent functions, within the framework of Physical AI.

[Speaker] Vice President, University of Tokyo Professor, Center for Sustainable Materials and Energy Integration, Institute of Industrial Science Mr. Toru Okabe [Lecture Topics] 1. Introduction to Rare Metals 2. Rare Metals in Motion (Rare Metals for Automotive Use) 3. Impact of US-China Conflict on the Rare Metals Supply Chain 4. Environmental Destruction Associated with Rare Metal Mining and Smelting 5. Bottlenecks in the Mining, Smelting, and Recycling of Rare Metals 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Satoshi Konishi, President and Director of KDDI Research, Inc. [Key Lecture Content] As we look towards an era where communication and AI are integrated into all industries and daily life, various initiatives aimed at creating new value and solving social issues are being advanced across different sectors. 5G-Advanced and 6G are expected to accelerate these initiatives and lead to further development. This lecture will introduce efforts to strengthen the "power to connect" outlined in the "KDDI 2030 VISION." Additionally, it will present the latest research and development achievements necessary for further evolving the "power to connect," including the "fusion of communication and AI" for the 6G era, as well as considerations for the quantum and space eras. [Lecture Items] 1. Efforts to improve the quality of 5G networks 2. Initiatives towards 6G networks 3. Efforts for the utilization and evolution of AI 4. Initiatives for the quantum era 5. Initiatives for the space era 6. Efforts to develop new use cases 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Kenichiro Maeda, CEO of Undertones Consulting Inc. (Formerly of Tesla Japan / Porsche Japan) [Key Lecture Content] Tesla is evolving from an automotive and energy company to an AI and robotics company. To experience the latest Tesla, we will visit the Gigafactory Texas headquarters. During our stay, the FSD (Full Self-Driving) used was already reliable for everyday use, and the latest version 14 has further advanced. Additionally, we will test ride the robo-taxi currently in soft launch and experience the automation that Tesla is promoting. While introducing the evolving FSD autonomous driving feature based on Tesla's latest developments, we will consider the "sustainable prosperity" that Tesla aims for through the introduction of robo-taxis and Optimus. [Lecture Items] 1. Introduction 2. Visit to Gigafactory Texas 3. Evolution of FSD Autonomous Driving 4. Robo-taxi & Cybercab 5. Tesla's Evolution into AI and Robotics 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speakers] Ryohta Michino, Senior Manager, Battery Business Division, Itochu Corporation Junmori Arima, Representative Director, Gore Street Japan Co., Ltd. Isao Hasegawa, Group Leader, Power and Energy Division, Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. [Key Lecture Content] In the spotlight of energy storage systems, three members of the investment committee of Japan's only dedicated energy storage fund, which has been leading since 2023, will provide insights into the future trends of energy storage systems and batteries in Japan and globally, along with an introduction to their respective companies. [Lecture Items] 1. Introduction to the Energy Storage Fund and Trends in Japan's Energy Storage Systems - Ryohta Michino [13:00–13:55] 2. Lessons from Europe and North America for the Future of Japan's Energy Storage Systems - Junmori Arima [14:00–14:55] 3. Current Status and Impact of Japan's Energy Storage Battery Business Regulations - Isao Hasegawa [15:00–15:55]

[Speaker] Yohei Kawada, Director of the Resource Circulation Promotion Office, Resource Circulation Division, Ministry of the Environment [Key Lecture Content] In Europe, a proposal for the ELV regulation has been made, which includes the mandatory minimum content of recycled plastics in automobiles. Building a recycled plastic market to support the stable production of our country's automobile industry is an urgent and important issue. Through initiatives for collaboration between industry and academia, the Ministry of the Environment has established a "Consortium for Building a Market for Recycled Materials for Automobiles" since last year, aimed at advancing the construction of a recycled plastic market. This lecture will introduce the initiatives of the consortium and the concept of a centralized hub for establishing a stable supply system for recycled plastics for automobiles. [Lecture Items] 1. Current status and "desired state" of recycled plastics for automobiles 2. Direction of discussions for the 2025 Industry-Academia-Government Consortium 3. Current situation analysis and BAU (Business As Usual) scenario 4. Towards the establishment of a supply system for recycled plastics for automobiles 5. Direction for appealing the value of recycled plastics for building the domestic market 6. Q&A / Business card exchange *The content of the lecture may change based on the latest trends.

[Speaker] Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Manufacturing Industries Bureau, Automotive Division Deputy Director Toshiki Okabayashi [Key Lecture Content] Japan's basic policy is the "Multi-Passthway Strategy," which pursues various options such as EVs, PHEVs, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels to achieve carbon neutrality in the automotive sector. This lecture will introduce the direction of automotive policy while considering global electrification trends, policy trends in major countries, and changes in domestic and international market structures. [Lecture Items] 1. Current Situation Surrounding the Automotive Industry - Policy trends in major countries - Market trends in major countries 2. GX-related Initiatives - Electrification - Utilization of hydrogen in the mobility sector - Expansion of synthetic fuel introduction 3. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Lecture Topics] 1. The Future Society Opened by Quantum Technology and Japan's Strategic Ecosystem Development Akiyo Sato, Policy Planning Research Officer (Quantum & Materials), Cabinet Office, Science and Technology Innovation Promotion Secretariat 2. Operation of RIKEN Superconducting Quantum Computers and Initiatives for Collaboration with the Quantum Technology Innovation Hub (QIH) Shinichi Ban, Deputy Director, Quantum Computer Research Center, RIKEN 3. G-QuAT's Global Strategy Aimed at Building a Quantum Business Ecosystem Masahiro Horibe, Deputy Director, Global Research Center for Quantum and AI Integration Technology Business Development, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)

[Speaker] Hiroaki Kimura, Dentsu Promotion Plus Inc. [Key Lecture Content] As we enter the 21st century and five years after the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, the addition of "AI" as the fourth force alongside data, digital, and technology is causing significant game changes across various industries. Based on the latest information from NRF EUROPE 2025, which was held for the first time this year in Europe, the speaker will present insights into the retail industry, which is undergoing a major transformation and has a broader scope than the automotive industry, along with its technological trends from a global perspective. [Lecture Topics] 1. Current State of European Retail Industry as Seen at NRF EUROPE 2025 (First Edition) 2. Visits to Prominent Retailer Stores in Europe 2025 - France / United Kingdom 3. Summary of NRF 2025 - Comparison across three regions (America, ASEAN, Europe) 4. Progress of AI Over the Past Year - Including case studies from major overseas companies 5. Outlook for Retail Tech Leading Up to 2026 6. Q&A Session

[Key Lecture Content] I. Development of Smart Fisheries Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Fisheries Agency, Promotion of Breeding Division, Research Guidance Section, Advanced Technology Group (also in charge of Smart Fisheries) Deputy Director Takami Kaneko 1. Reform of Fisheries Policy and Smart Fisheries 2. Development of Smart Fisheries 3. Initiatives for the Promotion of Smart Fisheries 4. Q&A / Business Card Exchange II. Initiatives for the Growth of the Aquaculture Industry Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Fisheries Agency, Promotion of Breeding Division, Aquaculture Section, Aquaculture Planning Group, Deputy Director Wataru Tagami 1. Background of the Comprehensive Strategy for Growth of the Industry 2. What is the Comprehensive Strategy for Growth of the Industry? 3. Promotion of the Comprehensive Strategy for Growth of the Industry (1) Issues and Measures (artificial seedling, natural seedling, fish diseases, feed, market-in, smartization, large-scale operations, etc.) (2) New Developments (environmental changes, land-based aquaculture, etc.) 4. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Lecturer] Director-level, General Incorporated Foundation, Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry Mitsuhiro Maruyama, Head of Business Regulation Law Research, Socio-Economic Research Institute [Key Lecture Content] In recent years, the United States has seen a rapid increase in large-scale loads such as data centers (DC), leading to challenges such as prolonged connection times to the grid. Additionally, there has been backlash from residential consumers regarding the costs of infrastructure development for DC connections being borne in the form of transmission (wheeling) fees. Furthermore, a vicious cycle has emerged where DC operators, who dislike connection delays, apply for connections at multiple locations simultaneously and establish themselves at the first location where a connection is secured, resulting in the phenomenon of "phantom demand," which further prolongs connection times. There is also a movement to request load reduction from DCs during peak times or emergencies to alleviate the burden on the grid. While this offers the advantage of not needing to develop infrastructure, challenges have also been pointed out. In Japan, discussions are progressing under a similar awareness of issues, such as in the Next-Generation Power Grid Working Group under the Advisory Committee for Natural Resources and Energy. This lecture will clarify the issues related to the connection of large-scale loads to the grid by comparing the challenges in the United States with the current discussions in Japan.

[Instructor] Mr. Isaburo Fukagawa, Senior Researcher, Asahi Research Center, Inc. [Key Lecture Content] The world is seriously addressing plastic recycling as a key strategy for resource circulation and reducing greenhouse gases (CO2). In addition to the existing mechanical recycling (Material Recycling: MR), chemical recycling (CR) is gaining attention, particularly with active technological development and industrialization of thermal decomposition methods for mixed waste plastics (PE/PP/PS). This lecture will explain the fundamentals of CR technology and recent developments. It will also discuss the environment surrounding recycling businesses, particularly trends in plastic regulations such as recycled material content regulations (containers and packaging, automobiles (ELV), home appliances, textiles) that are effective in promoting recycling. [Lecture Topics] 1. Various regulations to promote plastic recycling 2. The global situation of plastic recycling 3. Thermal decomposition method CR for mixed waste plastics (PE/PP/PS) 4. Recycling of PET and polyester fibers 5. CR of polystyrene and acrylic resin 6. Solvent purification method for PP 7. Q&A

[Speaker] Mr. Hoshō Karasawa, Managing Director, Strategy Group, Business Consulting Division, Accenture Inc. [Key Lecture Content] AI is evolving from a mere entity that follows commands to an "agent" that thinks and acts autonomously. As personal AIs become "agents" responsible for purchasing and negotiation, the very rules of the market are set to be rewritten, forcing companies to shift their strategies from "how to appeal to consumers" to "how to be chosen by consumers' AIs." This wave of change also affects internal company structures, prompting a transition from traditional functional organizations to "trigger-driven organizations" centered around events. This is nothing less than a rewriting of the "corporate OS," which will change the nature of management decisions. In this lecture, we will view this transformation not merely as a technology implementation but as an opportunity to refresh business models, and we will provide practical insights into the strategies, organizations, investments, and promotion systems that companies should currently focus on.

[Speaker] Kentarou Ono, President and CEO of Eku Energy Japan [Key Lecture Content] With the expansion of renewable energy adoption, the importance of "battery storage" in supporting stable electricity supply is increasing. This lecture will organize the social significance of battery storage and the changes in the business environment in Japan, while providing an overview of trends in the demand-supply adjustment market, capacity market, and long-term decarbonization power source auctions. Additionally, it will compare electricity systems in overseas markets such as the UK and Australia, offering insights for the Japanese market. Furthermore, it will introduce Eku Energy's initiatives in domestic battery storage development, leveraging global knowledge, and discuss future prospects. [Lecture Items] 1. Significance of battery storage 2. Business environment for domestic battery storage (electricity market, systems, investment environment, technology, etc.) 3. Electricity systems abroad and insights for the Japanese market 4. Eku Energy's initiatives 5. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Lecture Items] 1. Overview and Challenges of Quantum Technology - The Current State of Quantum Technology Kazuhira Saito, Group Leader, Quantum Computing Group, AI Division, KDDI Research, Inc. 1. Overview of Quantum Computing 2. Examples of KDDI's Initiatives and Challenges 2. Initiatives for AI and Quantum Common Infrastructure - Towards the Democratization of Quantum Technology Yasuhiko Hiepo, Group Leader, Quantum Computing Applications Group, Advanced Technology Research Headquarters, KDDI Corporation 1. Practical Challenges for the Spread of Quantum Computers 2. Initiatives and Goals for AI and Quantum Common Infrastructure Technology 3. Business Opportunities and Customer Needs in the Quantum Era Kohei Sugiyama, Group Leader, Planning Group, Advanced Technology Planning Headquarters, KDDI Corporation 1. Use Case Examples of Quantum Technology 2. Hypotheses and Outlook on Business Opportunities for Quantum Technology 4. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Partner Attorney Ato Takase, Uchida & Samejima Law Firm [Key Lecture Content] Generative AI is not just a temporary trend; it is now becoming established in society. Many companies and organizations have already adopted generative AI and are utilizing it in their operations, and there are certainly many others currently exploring how to leverage generative AI to improve efficiency. Given this situation, there has been an increasing number of opportunities for lawyers to receive legal consultations regarding generative AI. While generative AI is extremely useful, it also carries legal risks that cannot be ignored. As generative AI is a new technology, there are still unresolved issues, but in this course, I would like to explain the legal risks associated with generative AI and their countermeasures, starting from basic concepts that are currently understood and discussed. [Lecture Topics] 1. What is Generative AI? 2. Development and Implementation of Generative AI 3. Generative AI and Personal Information 4. Generative AI and Copyright 5. Generative AI and Confidential Information 6. Generative AI and Misinformation 7. Generative AI and Various Business Laws 8. Others 9. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Yasushi Nakayama, Chief Researcher, SBI Financial Economic Research Institute Co., Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] The core of what Satoshi Nakamoto aimed to achieve with Bitcoin was to build a P2P electronic currency system that allows for direct and secure monetary transactions between two parties without relying on a trusted centralized third party (such as banks). However, cryptocurrencies (crypto assets) have a significant volatility and are often associated with a speculative image, leaving challenges for their anticipated adoption as everyday payment methods and for broader financial efficiency. To address the issue of price volatility, stablecoins were developed. In this lecture, we will explain from the basics the decisive differences between Bitcoin and stablecoins, their mechanisms, the regulations they face, and the risks of a $1 peg collapse. We will consider how stablecoins can change business and daily life from a practical perspective in the "future of finance."

[Lecture Items] 1. Trends in Drone Technology and Global Policy Trends Shinji Suzuki, Professor Emeritus, The University of Tokyo / Specially Appointed Professor, Future Vision Research Center 1. Trends in Drone Technology 2. Trends in the Drone Industry 3. Policy Trends Focused on Europe and the United States 4. Others 5. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 2. Initiatives of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Aviation Bureau Regarding Drones Makoto Eguchi, Director of the Unmanned Aircraft Safety Division, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism 1. Introduction of Drone Utilization Cases 2. Background of Aviation Law Amendments and Current System Operations 3. Current Challenges and Future Outlook 4. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 3. Initiatives of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Regarding Drones Shigeru Furuichi, Director of the Next-Generation Air Mobility Policy Office, Manufacturing Industries Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry 1. Status of Expanding Drone Utilization 2. Drone Summit 3. System Development for Expanding Utilization 4. Technology Development 5. Consideration for Establishing Mass Production Infrastructure 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 4. Initiatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications for Drone Utilization Yamato Igarashi, Director of the Mobile Communications Division, Telecommunications Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications 1. Regulations on Wireless Communication for Drones 2. Initiatives for Expanding Utilization 3. Looking Ahead 4. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Lecturer] Former Advisor, ANA Research Institute Former Director of the Aviation Safety Division, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Shigeru Takano [Key Lecture Content] "Flying cars" refer to aircraft that utilize the latest technology, equipped with three or more electric propellers, and have advanced automation, allowing for vertical takeoff and landing. They are expected to serve as aerial vehicles for urban transportation due to their low environmental impact (low noise, low carbon dioxide emissions), low cost, and ability to take off and land in confined spaces. Globally, many companies are engaged in the development and social implementation of "flying cars," with various governments also cooperating in these efforts, and social implementation is anticipated to begin in 2026. In Japan, a demonstration flight was conducted at the Osaka Kansai Expo, attracting significant attention. In this lecture, I would like to discuss the current status of "flying cars," the situation regarding social implementation, and the expectations and challenges that need to be addressed moving forward.

[Speaker] Kyonin Yasunobu, CEO of U.S. Innovation Global Capital [Lecture Items] 1. The Cutting Edge of AI - Latest Trends from Silicon Valley 2. AI is Replacing Human Jobs - The Great Transformation of Labor and Latest Examples 3. From Automation to "Autonomization" - AI Utilization Strategies and Latest Examples from the World's Top Companies (Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Insurance, etc.) 4. The Revenue Impact of AI - ROI of AI Investments by Global Leader Companies 5. The New Workplace Created by AI - The Rapid Increase of "Shadow AI," Differences in AI Utilization Awareness between Generation Z and Management 6. An Era Where Corporate Strategy, Business Models, and Organizations Should Be Designed Around AI - Specific Action Framework for AI Organizations 7. Summary - Companies that Fully Understand the Strengths and Weaknesses of AI and Strategically Maximize Its Strengths Will Succeed 8. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] A.T. Marketing Solution Representative / Chief Marketing Officer of Visolab Inc. Former Lexus Brand Management Department Manager at Toyota Motor Corporation, Atsushi Takada (Note: "Taka" is pronounced with a high tone) [Key Lecture Content] The direction that many Japanese companies, which have made manufacturing their livelihood, should take is still unclear. In this lecture, the author of "Toyota's Battle for Survival, Japan's Future" will provide a detailed analysis of Toyota's strategy to confront emerging forces (Tesla, Chinese manufacturers) in the automotive industry, which is said to be undergoing a transformation once in a century, and will even venture into bold proposals for Toyota. Furthermore, the scope will expand beyond the automotive industry to explain the direction that many Japanese companies should aim for in the age of AI and data (monozukuri, spirit, electricity, and talent). The lecture will utilize easy-to-understand diagrams and provide practical insights useful for all business professionals.

[Speaker] Professor, Graduate School of Public Policy, Kyoto University Member, Subcommittee on Emission Trading System, Industrial Structure Council, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Mr. Toru Morotomi [Lecture Topics] 1. Basics of Carbon Pricing (1) What is Carbon Pricing? (2) Its Impact on Economic Growth (3) Global Carbon Pricing (4) Case Studies from Other Countries: United Kingdom and Germany 2. Key Issues in Carbon Pricing Design (1) Carbon Tax (2) Emission Trading System 3. GX Promotion Act and Carbon Pricing (1) Significance of the GX Promotion Act (2) Overview of Japan's Carbon Pricing under the GX Promotion Act (Towards the 2030s) 4. European Emission Trading System (EU ETS) as a Model (1) Explanation of the EU ETS System (2) Its Theory and Practice: How has the EU Overcome Challenges? 5. Design of the GX-ETS System (1) Explanation of the GX-ETS System (2) Key Issues in System Design (3) Characteristics of GX-ETS in Comparison with EU ETS (4) What Can Japan Learn from the Experience of EU ETS? (5) Industrial Impact of GX-ETS 6. Q&A Session

[Instructor] Mr. Kazutaka Arai, Representative of Alpha Marketing Corporation [Participation Benefits] As a participation benefit, we will provide free individual consulting (valued at 200,000 yen) to all interested participants. This popular session, which has produced numerous success stories, clarifies how to effectively utilize the processes and thinking methods explained in the seminar within your own company. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. ■ For those looking for seeds for new business, the necessary actions will be clarified. ■ For those developing a business plan, you can increase your chances of success. ■ For new businesses that have already started, decision-making will be expedited. ■ For new businesses that are stagnating, we will clarify the reevaluation criteria that will serve as future indicators. [Lecture Topics] 1. The correct knowledge and thinking methods that lead to success 2. How to create a practical organization 3. Methods for generating business ideas and creating value 4. Defining business and building a business model 5. How to create a risk management-based business plan 6. Business strategies that serve as a compass for success 7. Several important points not to be forgotten 8. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Reflection on the Mobile Industry in 2025 and Outlook for 2026 Mr. Toshiichi Kita, Senior Partner, Nomura Research Institute 1. What happened in the mobile market in 2025? ~Challenges arising from excessive regulation~ 2. Changes in the sales agency business 3. Evolution of devices and terminals 4. Expansion of the used and refurbished terminal market 5. Progress in carrier economic zone competition 6. Future of communication infrastructure business/telecommunication business 7. Review of competition rules 8. Outlook for 2026 9. Q&A / Business card exchange 2. Current Status and Future Outlook of the Used Terminal Market Mr. Hamaichi Awazu, President, NewsDotTech 1. Overview of the mobile market in 2025 ~What changed amid regulatory review and market reorganization~ 2. Factors contributing to the expansion of the used and refurbished terminal market 3. Initiatives of Reuse Mobile Japan 4. Challenges faced by NewsDotTech 5. Future outlook and vision 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Overview of the Simultaneous Market - Discussion Status and Future Directions - Jun Kimura, Policy Planning and Coordination Officer, Electricity and Gas Business Department, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy 2. Direction of the Power System After the Introduction of the Simultaneous Market Ken Ichimura, President and CEO, Energy Pool Japan Co., Ltd. Government Advisory Council (as of October 2025) - Study Group on Next-Generation Decentralized Power Systems, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy - ERAB Study Group, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy - Study Group on the Nature of the Simultaneous Market, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy - Committee on Coordination Power and Supply-Demand Balance Evaluation, Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization - Subcommittee on Supply-Demand Adjustment Market, Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization - Study Group on Future Power Supply-Demand Scenarios, Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization - Working Group on Future Supply-Demand Scenarios (Load Curve, DAC), Electricity Wide Area Operation Promotion Organization

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Business Opportunities Surrounding New Systems and New Markets in Power System Reform Mitsuko Aitsu, CEO of Energy Strategy Partners, Inc. 1. Overview of business opportunities surrounding new systems and new markets 2. Recent active business related to power system reform 3. How to identify business opportunities for entry 4. Q&A / Business card exchange 2. Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Microgrid Concept ~ The Era of Meaning Driven by National Independence and Local Resilience ~ Kazuhisa Kashiwazaki, Management Advisor at Environmental Energy Technology Research Institute, Inc. / Partner at Nishibori Sake Brewery, Inc. / Business Advisor at Yashima Construction, Inc. / CEO of SAKE RISE, Inc. / Director at Kasai Smart Energy, Inc. / President of I.T.I. Inc. 1. Self-introduction and casual talk 2. Review of microgrids 3. Transition period for microgrid business 4. Reality of decarbonization leading regions by the Ministry of the Environment 5. Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's microgrid concept 6. Essence of the energy revolution 7. Future prospects of microgrids 8. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Research and Development of NTT's LLM "tsuzumi2" NTT Corporation Human Information Research Laboratory, Thought Processing Research Project Group Leader: Kuniko Saito 1. Objectives of "tsuzumi2" Development 2. Key Points of "tsuzumi2" Evolution 3. Introduction to "tsuzumi2" Utilization Images 4. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 2. Business Trends of NTT's LLM "tsuzumi2" Research and Development Marketing Headquarters, Marketing Division R&D Marketing Manager: Ichiro Kudo 1. Market Trends and NTT's Initiatives in AI Business 2. Areas of Utilization and Applications of "tsuzumi2" 3. Collaborations with Partners for "tsuzumi2" 4. Key Points for Practical Utilization 5. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Shota Imai, President and CEO of GenesisAI, Inc. / Visiting Professor at the Graduate School of Advanced Science and Technology, Hokuriku University [Key Lecture Content] Generative AI is likely the greatest technological revolution in human history. As of 2025, generative AI possesses knowledge comparable to that of PhD holders and is capable of generating moving images that take physical laws into account. Furthermore, generative AI, which was previously focused on content generation, has evolved into AI agents capable of handling lengthy and complex tasks, enabling automation in research, software development, and scientific inquiry. While there are significant economic benefits from increased productivity, the concern of "losing jobs to AI" has become a realistic issue. This lecture will explain the outlook for the development of these AI technologies and their impact on society based on research conducted as of 2025. [Lecture Items] 1. Latest Research on Generative AI 2. Latest Research on AI Agents 3. Physical AI and World Models 4. Future Prospects for AI Development Based on Scaling Laws 5. AI for Scientific Research 6. AI and Labor 7. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Lecture Items] 1. Energy-saving Project for Data Centers National Research and Development Agency New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization Next Generation Green Data Center Technology Development Project Project Manager Toshiyuki Ando 1. About NEDO 2. Overview of the Next Generation Green Data Center Technology Development Project 3. Future of Data Centers 4. Elements Necessary for Energy Saving 5. Overview of Research and Development 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 2. Technology Trends of GaN Power Devices Expected to Contribute to Energy Saving in Data Centers and Other Industrial Applications Professor Noriyuki Iwamuro, Tsukuba University, Mathematical and Physical Sciences 1. Current and Future of the Power Device Market 2. Key Points in Power Device Development 3. Technologies Supporting the Latest Silicon MOSFETs 4. Why GaN Devices for Data Centers 5. Latest Technologies of GaN Power Devices 6. Differentiation Between GaN and SiC Power Devices 7. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Yoshirō Tsuruhara, Representative of Auto Insight Inc. / Technology Journalist and Editor [Key Lecture Content] The global automotive industry is undergoing significant upheaval. The term "CAST," which is bringing about even greater changes than the previously used keyword "CASE," is at the forefront. It stands for four elements: "China," which has begun to lead global automotive technology; "AI" (Artificial Intelligence), which is transforming the development process; "SDV" (Software Defined Vehicle), which is revolutionizing the creation of vehicle value; and "Trump," which is altering the rules of the world. What does the future of the automotive industry look like with CAST? [Lecture Items] 1. Current state of the automotive industry 2. The keyword "CAST" symbolizing transformation and its meaning 3. How China is dismantling the old order of the automotive industry 4. Generative AI infiltrating all development processes 5. How SDV is transforming "value creation" in the automotive industry 6. How the second Trump administration will change the rules of the global automotive industry 7. Changes in how the automotive industry generates revenue 8. Q&A

[Lecture Items] 1. Initiatives Related to Research and Development in the Semiconductor Field at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Takuro Matsumoto, Deputy Director, Semiconductor Electronics Promotion Office, Environment and Energy Division, Research and Development Bureau, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology 1. Current Status of Research and Development and Human Resources in the Semiconductor Field 2. Initiatives for Research and Development 3. Initiatives for Human Resource Development 4. Initiatives for Research Infrastructure 5. Summary 6. Q&A / Business Card Exchange 2. Japan's Semiconductor and Digital Strategy Naofumi Saito, Deputy Director, Information Industry Division, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry 1. Direction of Japan's Semiconductor Strategy 2. Initiatives for Strengthening Production Infrastructure 3. Initiatives for Economic Security 4. Initiatives for Research and Development 5. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Masayuki Yamamoto, Representative of Yamamoto International Consultants / Lecturer at Meiji Gakuin University Faculty of Law [Lecture Topics] 1. The Mechanism of International Card Brands 2. The Business Model and System of International Cards 3. The Mechanism of New Cashless Payments 4. Noteworthy Movements 5. The Future of Cashless Payments in Japan ● Keywords expected to be included in the lecture or distributed materials (including those that will only be provided as materials without explanation) PayPay / LINE Pay / d Payment / au Pay / Rakuten Pay / Apple Pay / Google Pay / Payment Service Providers (PSP) / iTunes Gift / Google Play Gift / Convenience Store Post-Payment / Cash / Bundle Card, etc.

[Speaker] Presentation Materials Consultant Maki Ichikawa [Lecture Items] 1. No reliance on sense! Basic knowledge of logical design (1) What is effective design? (2) Noise reduction and focus (3) Five elements necessary for unity (design style, color scheme, font, whitespace, and shape consistency) (4) Three basic layout arrangements and five creative techniques 2. How to "visualize" text-heavy materials (1) Five steps for visualization (2) Eighteen templates to clarify relationships between elements (3) Introduction of examples (including generative AI) and workshop 3. Time-saving techniques for PowerPoint (1) Initial settings for time-saving (quick access toolbar, slide master strategies, etc.) (2) PowerPoint techniques for writing (flow of gaze, line spacing, character spacing, bullet points, formatting, etc.) (3) PowerPoint techniques for creating visuals (SmartArt, icons, simple image editing methods, etc.) 4. Q&A - Detailed materials will be distributed on the day of the event for use as a text after the session.