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Japan to invest 100 trillion won in physical AI through 2040, make humanoid robots national strategy

The Japanese government has announced a large-scale investment plan to spend a total 10.5 trillion yen, about 100 trillion won, by 2040 to foster the physical AI industry. It aims to promote humanoid robots and automation as a national growth strategy to respond to labour shortages driven by low birth rates and population ageing. The investment will target 17 strategic industries designated by the government and expand R&D into a state-led programme.

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Samsung Electronics to recruit 30 startups for 9th C-Lab Outside programme

Samsung Electronics has opened applications for the ninth cohort of its C-Lab Outside startup recruitment programme. The company will select 30 startups in eight areas including AI, digital health, robotics, IoT, mobility and ESG, with applications running from June 15 to June 26. Selected firms receive up to 100 million won in support, workspace and access to patents. Recruitment runs in four regions, with final selections announced in November.

Industry

Donut Lab solid-state battery claims questioned as tests suggest lithium-ion cell

An investigation has found that core technology touted by Donut Lab as a next-generation solid-state battery may in fact be a conventional lithium-ion battery. The findings, based on analysis of voltage curves, cell swelling data and estimated energy density, have fuelled controversy over technology validation. Questions have also been raised about the supply chain, commercialisation claims and fundraising. Local reports said Finnish financial authorities and investigative agencies are reviewing the matter.