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Tokyo University of Technology Unveils AI-Focused Supercomputer

Tokyo University of Technology unveiled its new supercomputer, named Seiran, on October 2nd, marking the start of full-scale operations. Equipped with the latest GPUs from U. S. chipmaker Nvidia, the system is designed specifically for generative AI and is the largest of its kind among Japans private universities.

Lawsuit seeks to stop Trump’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

SEATTLE, Washington — In what appears to be the first major challenge to the new $100,000 fee required for H-1B visa applications, a coalition of health care providers, religious groups, university professors and others filed a federal lawsuit Friday to stop the plan, saying it has “thrown employers, workers and federal agencies into chaos.” President Donald Trump

Philippines set to benefit as IFC invests $25M in infra fund

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is expected to benefit from a $25-million investment from the International Finance Corp. (IFC). The outlay is intended for an infrastructure fund launched by Singapore-based Seraya. Projects are related to digital networks and renewable energy. The private-sector focused unit of the World Bank Group disclosed this on Oct. 2. The

Overtourism: Arashiyama Launches Night Event To Ease Daytime Crowds

Arashiyama has launched a new night event called Moonlit Path on October 1st to tackle overtourism by shifting visitor traffic into the evening and channeling proceeds back into the local community. The illuminated walk runs from 6 p. m. to 9 p. m. through October 31st, lighting up Nagatsuji Street and the famed Bamboo Grove, with a paid zone featuring bamboo-themed light installations.