by Miho Cuffee | Apr 10, 2026 | Insight
Amid rising geopolitical competition and growing concerns over technological sovereignty, the United States is pursuing a dual strategy to maintain its leadership in semiconductor innovation—combining protective measures such as export and investment controls with...
by Miho Cuffee | Apr 10, 2026 | News
Washington CORE recently sat down with Dr. Jeffrey Alexander, Director of Innovation Policy at RTI International, to explore how the United States is strengthening its semiconductor leadership amid intensifying global competition. Drawing on his team’s evaluation of...
by Miho Cuffee | Apr 8, 2026 | News
Washington CORE recently sat down with Professor Fumihiko Nakamura of the Open University of Japan, a leading expert in public transportation policy, to explore the contrasting realities shaping Japan’s mobility landscape. The discussion highlighted Tokyo’s...
by Miho Cuffee | Apr 8, 2026 | News
Washington CORE recently sat down with Yukiko Hoshino, Senior Researcher at KAWADA Technologies, to explore the evolution of “symbiotic robots” designed to work alongside humans. The discussion highlighted Japan’s distinctive approach to robotics, emphasizing...
by Miho Cuffee | Apr 8, 2026 | Insight
In Japan, “symbiotic robots,” designed to coexist with humans, are rapidly gaining visibility across society. These robots are active in a wide range of settings, supporting elderly care, assisting individuals with disabilities, enhancing industrial productivity, and...
