Background of the event

The environment surrounding us has changed dramatically due to the spread of the COVID-19 infection, and the implementation of technology in society is spreading at an unprecedented speed. Among them, the use of exponential technologies* such as AI, big data analysis, CPS security, and bioscience, which are developing exponentially, is a means to solve social issues in order to realize a prosperous society. It is highly expected.

At MET2021, in order to solve social issues and bring about innovation by utilizing exponential technology*, Ochiai will lead social transformation centered on new corporate value co-creation and next-generation cybersecurity that protects organizations and society from risks. We will deliver over 30 diverse sessions including talks and lectures with various guest speakers such as Yoichi, Akie Iriyama, and Kunio Ito.

In addition, during the MET period, the 3D virtual space exhibition hall "Macnica Business Center (hereinafter referred to as MBC)" will be held at the same time. MBC Virtual Space is a place where Macnica 's new business vision, the latest technologies, and a multitude of use cases are available, and it is a place to give you hints for business growth.

* Exponential technology: technology expected to grow exponentially

Keynote Speech/Special Talk

Sessions

Digitally Rebalanced 2030 (provisional)
Mr. Yoichi Ochiai
Pixie Dust Technologies Inc.
Representative Board Director and CEO / Associate Professor, University of Tsukuba Representative of Digital Nature Promotion Strategy Research Platform

ESG management and human capital
Our Group's Purpose the importance of corporate purpose and the current situation of Japanese companies-
Mr. Kunio Ito
Professor Emeritus, Director of CFO Education and Research Center, Hitotsubashi University

Suggestions for innovation creation by Japanese companies from the perspective of global management
Mr. Akie Iriyama
Waseda University Graduate School of Business Administration (Business School) Professor

Opening up the future with Eiichi Shibusawa's "Analects and the Abacus"
Mr. Ken Shibusawa
Representative Board Director of Shibusawa & Company Co., Ltd.

Beyond DX, update your business with management xAI.
Kunimi Mabuchi
Managing Director, PwC Consulting LLC

In-house lawyer and AI specialist lawyer have a heated discussion about AI and ethics!! (tentative)
~What is the difference between AI that catches fire and AI that doesn't~
Mr. Shinnosuke Fukuoka
Partner Lawyer, Nishimura & Asahi Law Office, New York State Lawyer
Miki Sakakibara
Deputy General Manager Macnica Governance and Risk Management Division

In addition, a variety of guest speakers will be on stage, and 30 sessions in 16 fields are planned, including smart cities, smart mobility, smart factories, smart energy, healthcare/nursing care, AI, and BrainTech.

Lecture themes: "City management in the new space age, realization of a 'learning world' centered on satellite data", "Future of 'MaaS along railway lines' that realizes attractive urban development", "Manufacturing thinking from robots and AI The Future: Accelerating Innovation by Knowing the Frontlines,” “Evolving Learning! A New Form of Learning Supported by AI,” “Sustainable Energy Utilization Required by Smart Society,” “Frontline of Digitalization in Nursing Homes” ”, “Revolution caused by brain science and AI-approaching social implementation that spreads beyond industry-”, “Compliance with laws and regulations alone is not enough! How to prevent problems hidden in data utilization-based on ethics” Approaching a realistic approach ~” and others

Overview of the event

Name: Macnica Exponential Technology 2021 (MET2021)
Date: November 16 (Tue) ~ November 19 (Fri), 2021
Participation fee: Free (pre-registration required)
Organizer: Macnica Please see the website for information on how to register and the event.

URL: https://macnica.oatnd.com/met2021-pre

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