Economy of Japan

Showa Denko Announces the Issue Price, Selling Price, and Matters Relating to its New Shares

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Monday, September 6, 2021

(the "Company") hereby announces the issue price, selling price and certain other matters relating to the issuance of its new shares and the secondary offering of shares which its board of directors resolved on August 23, 2021, as set forth below.

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  • (the "Company") hereby announces the issue price, selling price and certain other matters relating to the issuance of its new shares and the secondary offering of shares which its board of directors resolved on August 23, 2021, as set forth below.
  • in chemicals segment and 5,800,000,000 yen as investment funds for manufacturing facilities for SiC power semiconductor-related materials and lithium-ion battery materials, etc.
  • For more information regarding the use of proceeds, please refer to the press release "Announcement Regarding Issuance of New Shares and Secondary Offering of Shares" dated August 23, 2021.
  • Showa Denko K.K., CSR & Corporate Communication Office, Tel: 81-3-5470-3235

DGAP-News: 1&1 AG: 1&1 and Rakuten agree far-reaching partnership to build Europe's first fully virtualized mobile network based on new OpenRAN technology

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

1&1 AG and Rakuten Group, Inc. are entering into a long-term partnership to build the fourth mobile network in Germany.

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  • 1&1 AG and Rakuten Group, Inc. are entering into a long-term partnership to build the fourth mobile network in Germany.
  • Together with Rakuten, 1&1 will build Europe's first fully virtualized mobile network based on innovative OpenRAN technology.
  • After several years of preparation and development work, Rakuten launched full-scale commercial service with the world's first fully virtualized cloud-native OpenRAN mobile network as a new entrant in April 2020 in Japan.
  • Specifically, Rakuten will take over the build of the active network equipment and will also be responsible for the overall performance of the 1&1 mobile network.

Konica Minolta Postpones Dealer Summit

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

(Konica Minolta) today announced it is taking precautionary measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 variants by postponing its Dealer Summit.

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  • (Konica Minolta) today announced it is taking precautionary measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 variants by postponing its Dealer Summit.
  • Konica Minolta will maintain the robust support it has provided its dealer partners remotely to respond to dynamic market changes, optimize their business relevancy and safeguard future revenue.
  • Konica Minolta will continue to monitor advice from the CDC and reschedule its Dealer Summit event when appropriate based on its guidelines.
  • Konica Minolta partners with its clients to give shape to ideas and works to bring value to our society.

NTT DATA Launches Health and Wellbeing Initiative

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

NTT DATA today announced the launch of a Health and Wellbeing initiative in collaboration with other NTT Group companies.

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  • NTT DATA today announced the launch of a Health and Wellbeing initiative in collaboration with other NTT Group companies.
  • This NTT point of view calls to elevate the importance of Health and Wellbeing at every level, individually and collectively.
  • Shaping the future of Health and Wellbeing requires transforming the digital health ecosystems that work together with every part of society.
  • It appears NTT DATA may be headed towards bridging this treasure trove of data to help improve consumer and provider experience.

NTT Launches a Global Health and Wellbeing Initiative to Define a Path Toward a Human-Centric Approach

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

NTT ( NTT DATA Services , NTT Ltd. , NTT Research and NTT Disruption ) today unveiled a global initiative calling for multiple stakeholders to rethink the importance of Health and Wellbeing at every level.

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  • NTT ( NTT DATA Services , NTT Ltd. , NTT Research and NTT Disruption ) today unveiled a global initiative calling for multiple stakeholders to rethink the importance of Health and Wellbeing at every level.
  • "We are at a transition point in our society, where many governments, communities and organizations are evaluating a more holistic approach to Health and Wellbeing.
  • NTT's global Health and Wellbeing initiative leverages the knowledge and experience of subject matter experts that helps put into perspective the need to define a path toward a more human-centric approach to Health and Wellbeing.
  • "NTT aims to change the future for good by reimagining Health and Wellbeing," said Kazuhiro Gomi, President and CEO of NTT Research.

Cloudbeds Partners with Rakuten Travel Xchange to Extend Reach

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

The collaboration connects Cloudbeds with Rakuten Travel, the highly ranked OTA in Japan, and 400+ B2B partners connected worldwide through API connections, travel agent portals, and websites.

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  • The collaboration connects Cloudbeds with Rakuten Travel, the highly ranked OTA in Japan, and 400+ B2B partners connected worldwide through API connections, travel agent portals, and websites.
  • The unique and diverse distribution channels allow Cloudbeds to extend its reach to the extensive Rakuten Travel Xchange customer base through a single connection.
  • We are always seeking high-value partners to complement our expanding platform, says Anna Tsujihata, Head of Hotel Contracting and Connectivity, of Rakuten Travel Xchange.
  • Rakuten Travel Xchange is a hotel distribution service providing travel retailers around the world owned by the Rakuten Group, Inc., a global leader in Internet services.

Reconstruct Expands Presence in Asia with Investments from NTT DOCOMO Ventures and Asia Pacific Land

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Reconstruct , the leader in AI-powered remote quality control and progress monitoring software, announces that NTT DOCOMO Ventures, the investment arm of NTT DOCOMO, and Asia Pacific Land joined its $17.3 million Series B funding round.

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  • Reconstruct , the leader in AI-powered remote quality control and progress monitoring software, announces that NTT DOCOMO Ventures, the investment arm of NTT DOCOMO, and Asia Pacific Land joined its $17.3 million Series B funding round.
  • These investments underline Reconstructs commitment to deliver its leading platform for remote quality control and progress monitoring to construction teams in Japan and throughout Asia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210803006159/en/
    Reconstruct Expands Presence in Asia with Investments from NTT DOCOMO Ventures and Asia Pacific Land (Photo: Business Wire)
    Reconstructs CEO, Zak MacRunnels, explains, Weve worked with leading contractors as well as Japans Ministry of Land Infrastructure and Transportation (MLIT) for the past 3 years, and today we have active projects throughout Southeast Asia and Australia.
  • This investment from NTT DOCOMO and Asia Pacific Land will enable us to double-down in the entire region.

Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. Expands in Boston Area

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

The Elevator and Escalator Division of Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. , headquartered in Cypress, California, is pleased to announce its expansion in Greater Boston.

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  • The Elevator and Escalator Division of Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. , headquartered in Cypress, California, is pleased to announce its expansion in Greater Boston.
  • Mitsubishi Electric was recently selected by WS Development , one of the largest privately-owned retail development firms in the country, to install elevator systems in its latest Boston Seaport project at 400 Summer Street.
  • Were thrilled to expand our presence in the Boston area and partner with WS Development on 400 Summer Street, said Mike Eden, director, eastern region, Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc.
  • We worked closely with the team to see how Mitsubishi Electric could deliver the best product suited for their requirements.

VUE DMS Announces Integration with Mazda

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

NORFOLK, Va., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VUE DMS, a cloud-native solution providing dealers the confidence to break free with digital security, flexibility and efficiency to meet today's rapidly changing market, announces its integration with Mazda. The integration ensures parts, service, sales and inventory data are automatically transmitted, making it easier for dealers to comply with OEM requirements.

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  • NORFOLK, Va., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --VUE DMS, a cloud-native solution providing dealers the confidence to break free with digital security, flexibility and efficiency to meet today's rapidly changing market, announces its integration with Mazda.
  • "We are excited to expand VUE DMS to participating Mazda dealerships across the US," said VUE DMS President Sharon Kitzman.
  • This integration brings VUE DMS one step closer to serving the entire US franchise dealer market with the only cloud-native DMS built on Microsoft Azure.
  • Leveraging the company's decades of experience serving dealerships, VUE DMS streamlines communications between VUE, Mazda and their other integrations downstream.

Canon Solutions America Announces New Strategic Relationship with Lindenmeyr Munroe

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Canon Solutions America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., announces today its new strategic relationship with Lindenmeyr Munroe , a leading independent paper, packaging and wide format solutions provider supporting customers nationwide with a comprehensive selection of products and services.

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  • MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Canon Solutions America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., announces today its new strategic relationship with Lindenmeyr Munroe , a leading independent paper, packaging and wide format solutions provider supporting customers nationwide with a comprehensive selection of products and services.
  • Lindenmeyr Munroe's dedication to delivering solutions that meet customers' brand, budget and environmental needs directly aligns with Canon Solutions America's commitment to providing innovative technology to meet new and existing challenges.
  • Canon Solutions America, Inc. provides industry leading enterprise, production, and large format printing solutions, supported by exceptional professional service offerings.
  • A wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., Canon Solutions America, Inc. is headquartered in Melville, NY and has sales and service locations across the U.S. For more information on Canon Solutions America, please visit csa.canon.com .