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Keywords Explained: VoNR

A technology that enables voice calls using 5G connectivity alone Next-generation voice communication that leverages ultra-fast, low-latency connectivity VoNR, which stands for Voice over New Radio, is a technology that enables the transmi…

Japan's Mobile Carriers Team Up to Provide "JAPAN Roaming," a Nationwide Emergency Roaming Service

While Japan is considered to be a safe country by many measures, its unique geographic and climatic conditions make it prone to natural disasters, such as earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions. As they are an essential lifeline, ens…

On the Frontlines: How a Young Manager at SoftBank Corp. is Winning Trust from Electronics Retailers in Hokkaido

“On the Frontlines” is a series that takes a closer look at SoftBank Corp. (TOKYO: 9434) employees in the field, or behind the scenes, to showcase their expertise, passion and dedication to their work. In this installment, we followed Kosu…

MWC26 Takeaways: SoftBank Corp. Highlights Shift from Traditional Telco to AI Infrastructure Provider

From March 2 to 5, MWC Barcelona 2026 (MWC26), one of the world's largest mobile-related exhibitions, welcomed nearly 105,000 attendees from 207 countries and territories to Barcelona, Spain. According to the GSMA, the organizer of MWC26, …

Inside SoftBank Corp.’s Massive AI Project: 2.5 Million Agents Created Company-Wide

In just ten weeks, SoftBank Corp. (TOKYO: 9434) employees created more than 2.5 million AI agents, marking one of the largest known internal AI utilization initiatives ever conducted in Japan. Far more than a simple rollout of new tools, t…

Visitors to Japan from 14 Countries and Regions Can Make Cashless Payments by Using PayPay’s QR Codes

Japan continues to see more visitor arrivals, with the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) reporting 3.266 million arrivals in September 2025, marking the first time to reach over 3 million in the same month and a 13.7% year-on-year…