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NTT Corporation has joined the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC), enhancing the U.S. government's cybersecurity efforts and improving international resilience. Established by CISA in 2021, JCDC aims to integrate public-private sector cyber defense strategies. NTT will contribute its global expertise to protect critical information networks and respond to cyber incidents more effectively. Akira Shimada, NTT's President & CEO, emphasized the importance of collaboration to address the uncertain global cybersecurity landscape.

NTT DATA, Valeo, and Embotech have formed a consortium named VEN.AI to deliver automated parking solutions for the automotive industry. This collaboration combines their expertise in technology and innovations to enhance manufacturing efficiency and streamline assembly lines. VEN.AI aims to optimize vehicle movements within production facilities using advanced sensors, connectivity, and offboard computing. The initiative addresses industry demands for automation, facilitating the integration of electric vehicle charging and providing 24/7 operational support.

NTT Research, Inc. has unveiled a new algorithm developed in collaboration with Tokyo Institute of Technology to enhance the performance of Coherent Ising Machines (CIMs). The study, published in Communications Physics, addresses limitations in CIMs by incorporating amplitude control feedback and Zeeman terms, allowing for more effective problem-solving across various optimization scenarios. This advancement is expected to widen the practical applications of CIMs, including challenges in drug discovery and wireless communications, solidifying NTT's role in cutting-edge technology.

NTT Research, in collaboration with Tokyo Institute of Technology, announced a breakthrough in compressed sensing using their cyber coherent Ising machine (cyber-CIM). Their research, published in Quantum Science and Technology, reveals that the cyber-CIM approaches theoretical limits in compressed sensing, outperforming traditional methods like LASSO. This technology shows promise in applications such as medical imaging and astronomy. The project, part of a five-year funding plan, also targets drug discovery and represents a significant advancement in quantum-classical hybrid systems.

WSJ Intelligence conducted an international survey with 350 CEOs across various sectors, sponsored by NTTYY, to explore corporate contributions to societal goals. Key findings indicate that 65% of CEOs prioritize achieving carbon neutrality, and 83% align sustainability goals with their organization's social purpose. Additionally, 59% have formal diversity programs in place. The survey emphasizes the growing importance of social purpose in driving sustainable profits post-pandemic.

NTT Corporation is collaborating with Ciena Corporation, Fujitsu Limited, and NEC Corporation to conduct a proof of concept (PoC) for the Open APN defined by the IOWN Global Forum. This PoC will validate wavelength connection functionalities and evaluate the performance of optical communications, scheduled for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022. Additionally, NTT is enhancing its capabilities in developing photonic-electronic convergence devices by incorporating fJscaler Inc. as a subsidiary of NTT Electronics Corporation.

NTT Corporation and Tokyo Denki University have developed a groundbreaking technology that enables the world's fastest simulation of radio wave propagation, crucial for estimating wireless communication areas. This innovation allows for simulations that previously took over 10,000 years to complete in less than one second. The technology supports the enhanced design and layout of base stations, crucial for the 6G/IOWN era, promising improvements in wireless service stability and new service creation.

NTT DATA released its annual Innovation Index research, highlighting executive priorities amid macroeconomic challenges. The study revealed that while 50% of executives focus on business growth, many face obstacles like changing customer needs and resource limitations. The report notes a significant rise in companies investing in public cloud and AI. Moreover, improving employee engagement is a growing priority, with 27% of executives highlighting it as essential. The survey included responses from 1,000 executives across 16 industries in North America.