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JAPAN WUT PODCAST 199 "THE EMPIRE'S EDGE"

February 13, 2025  /  Matthew Bigelow

What is Japan’s current position in the Supply Chain Wars? How will Japan handle the influx of millions of AI Agents in the workforce? Can Japan develop its own Self-Driving Systems?


SHOW NOTES

SUPPLY CHAIN WAR

Hill hearing explores network of China-controlled ports as security threat

China builds space alliances in Africa as Trump cuts foreign aid

Ghana and China (from Grok)

  • Infrastructure Investments: China has financed significant infrastructure projects in Ghana, often through loans and barter agreements. For example, the Bui Dam, Ghana’s second-largest hydroelectric plant, was constructed by Sinohydro through a barter loan involving cocoa exports. China’s Export-Import Bank provided a USD 562 million loan for the USD 622 million project. Other projects include telecommunication networks, highways, water supply expansions, and schools in Accra.

  • Rail and Road Development: A USD 6 billion concessionary loan from the China Export-Import Bank is being used to extend Ghana’s rail network, including the 17 km Ofankor-Nsawam road (completed in 2009 with a USD 28 million interest-free loan) and landing sites for fishing communities (USD 99 million interest-free loan).

  • Mining and Bauxite Deals: China has invested in Ghana’s mining sector, particularly in bauxite, through deals that exchange infrastructure development for mining rights. These investments have led to significant environmental and social concerns, including deforestation and water pollution in areas like the Atewa forest.

  • Total Investments: By 2014, Chinese investments in Ghana reached USD 1.6 billion, with cumulative investments from 2008 to 2015 totaling USD 2.2 billion. Most investments focus on manufacturing, construction, tourism, trading, and services, with building and construction emerging as major recipients.

Owner Of US Defense Contractor Making Fighter Jet, Missile Parts Listed As Chinese Intel Agency Official

Taiwan plans investment and trade center in Fukuoka

SOCIETY 5.0

How can the president of a black company become invincible by acquiring an "AI agent"?

Hackers Using AI Agents To Validate Stolen Credit Cards

SoftBank app SureTalk turns sign language into text

AI agent developed by University of Tokyo startup Tou to streamline construction work

The advent of the "Sales 3.0" era: Algomatic's AI agents will change the future of sales

Napkin AI reinvents the design agency: 4 AI agents generate professional-grade graphics in 5 seconds

Pitch deck for startup that turns existing security cameras into AI agents that successfully raised 2 billion yen [Exclusive Release

Colega AI, an AI agent for restaurants, raises funds and enters the Japanese market in earnest

"Face Recognition System FACEmaⓇ Management Box Series Key Management Box Model," jointly developed with Obayashi Corporation, will be available for rental from February 12, 2025

Migaro Holdings aims to expand its facial recognition service overseas

AI-based medical interviews begin at Kurobe Municipal Hospital, reducing the burden on both doctors and patients

Tuyen Quang Provincial Public Security Department Announces Launch of AI Security System "AI Security asilla" in Detention Centers and Prison Facilities

BYD, China's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced that it will equip all of its vehicles with cutting-edge autonomous driving systems.

Nihon Kotsu and Tier IV begin collecting driving data across Tokyo for AI development

"Autonomous vehicle 'priority lane'" finally installed on Shin-Tomei Expressway in March, tested in left lane at night

Business opportunities inside self-driving cars! Development of concierge AI and special seats progresses

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