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Alongside lectures and a panel discussion on how ChatGPT works and its applications in the business world, we held an idea presentation contest where students presented their ideas for using ChatGPT. Three students selected as finalists gave their presentations, and a winner was chosen! Stay tuned for the YouTube program, which is scheduled to be released soon! |
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◆ Introducing
a B Lab Researcher |
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Hiroto Ebata / Professor at iU; Representative of the Hiroto Ebata Office and MAIDX LLC A B Lab Research Fellow active at the forefront of various industries. This month, we spoke with Hiroto Ebata—Professor at iU, head of the Hiroto Ebata Office, and CEO of MAIDX LLC—who is driving projects related to the Next-Generation Marketing Platform Research Group, ChatGPT, and esports. |
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◆ What’s New! for Each Project
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A program where elementary school students living in Sumida Ward identify and tackle challenges faced by local shops and businesses in the ward kicks off on June 17! Uplace Co., Ltd.—founded by iU students dedicated to innovating entrepreneurship education—will be in charge of planning and operations. If you’re interested, please feel free to contact us! |
We’ve launched a debate website to address the unanswered questions and challenges arising from technological advancements, foster discussion, and deepen our understanding of the world! It’s based on discussions held in KMD classes. We look forward to debating these topics with as many of you as possible, so please feel free to leave your comments. |
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On May 28, we held a “Dance × XX” video production workshop at the dance school SPACE UNION (Nagasaki City)!
Through this project, we will continue to conduct workshops and classes in schools, aiming to develop a comprehensive curriculum for learning video production. |
On June 15 at 6:30 PM, we will host an event in Takeshiba on the theme of “Inquiry × Entrepreneurship Education (Design Thinking) × Women’s Empowerment.” The event is open to everyone, so please join us if you have the time. |
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iU × DAO On May 28, at the Class B General Meeting hosted by the Matsumura Seminar, we unveiled prototypes for a platform that uses NFTs to store, evaluate, and certify learning and activity histories, as well as a system that uses student ID card taps for attendance tracking, age verification, and payments. |
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◆ B Lab Hub News: B Lab hubs are spreading across the globe, both virtually and in person. This month, we’re bringing you updates from three hubs: B Lab Tanegashima, Dhaka, and Metaverse♪
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B Lab Tanegashima
: During the process of making sugar from sugarcane, a byproduct called “molasses” is produced.Since Tanegashima produces approximately 150,000 metric tons of sugarcane annually, the molasses waste generated during the sugar-making process amounts to 550,000 to 600,000 metric tons per year. Aside from limited reuse, this waste is classified as “industrial waste.”
⇒ Continue reading
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On June 8, Mr. Rana, an organizer at B Lab Dhaka, spoke at the “Talent Economy and Industrial Research” seminar hosted by Ahsanuallah University of Science and Technology, where he discussed the innovation and startup ecosystem, including B Lab Dhaka.
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She Loves Tech, in partnership with B Lab Metaverse, has opened applications for “She Loves Tech 2023 Japan,” the world’s largest pitch contest for female entrepreneurs.Finalists who advance through the Japan qualifiers will be matched with mentors from around the world and gain access to networking opportunities, customers, grants, and the Global She Loves Tech Summit to be held in Singapore. We encourage all female entrepreneurs
to apply! |
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◆ Announcements
from Partner Organizations and Researchers |
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● We are running a series on the impact of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, on the “workplace.” (Yusaku Matsui, Forest Consulting Management & HR Forum)
While the use of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is expected to increase in corporate settings going forward, it has the potential to cause drastic changes—enough to completely transform the “workplace.” This represents both a business opportunity and a radical shift in employment, management practices, work styles, and career paths unlike anything we’ve seen before. Please be sure to check it out. ⇒ For details,
clickhere ● From Disaster to a Symbol of Disaster Prevention
(Ono-kun Project)
Amid the Great East Japan Earthquake—an event known throughout the world—we’re turning initiatives unique to the disaster-stricken areas into a cultural movement. Even when conditions aren’t ideal, taking action and embracing challenges creates a circle of support.Why not join us in reforming society—moving from a “pyramid society” to a “stadium society”—and create a community that captivates the world using the unique expressiveness of the Japanese people?
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● Recruiting
Staff for Idol Event Management and Performers for “Sakamichi-Style” Dance Covers (Masato Mori, Principal of FR High School and Visiting Professor at iU)
We will be holding the 2nd iU × FR High School Idol Festival at our school or at a studio in Tokyo. We are recruiting staff to help manage the idol event. We are also recruiting performers for
“Sakamichi-style” dance covers.
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herefor details ● We were featured in an article by the fashion web magazine GOODA!
(Taisho Saito, CEO of Steins Co., Ltd. and B Lab Researcher)
In the May issue of the fashion web magazine
GOODA—featuring actor Eita on the cover—an article about my Metaverse Art Museum activities was published.
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● I wrote an article for CNET’s VR series on “Lifestyles Diversifying Through Avatarism.”
(Taisho Saito, CEO of Steins Co., Ltd. and B Lab Researcher)
I wrote a new article for CNET’s series titled “The Metaverse World Created by Avatars—Lifestyles Diversifying Through Avatarism.”
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● Book Release Announcement
(tsam Co., Ltd.) My book, *The New Career Guide for Digital Professionals: How to Start a Startup*, will be released by Paru Publishing on July 5. It provides a comprehensive guide to starting a startup, covering everything from the basics to how to create pitch decks. Please consider purchasing a copy! ⇒ For details,
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● Launch of “Smart Innovation,” a Matching Platform Specializing in New Business Ventures! Now Accepting Registrations
(Tatsuya Ikawa, Crown Cat Co., Ltd.)
We have launched “Smart Innovation,” a platform that connects companies and individuals seeking proposals to drive new business ventures with companies and individuals capable of supporting those ventures.For those in charge of new business initiatives, the platform is completely free to use—from receiving proposals from new business professionals to placing an order. Additionally, new business professionals can use the platform to find exciting new business opportunities to participate in. If you’re currently involved in new business initiatives or are interested in getting involved, registration is free, so please sign up!
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clickhere ● International Searching Authority Highly Rates New Password-Free Authentication Method
(Success Knowledge LLC)
In an opinion issued by the International Searching Authority regarding an international patent application, we received a positive assessment for all claims regarding 1) novelty, 2) inventive step, and 3) industrial applicability.
● “YUMEMI HCD Night”: An Evening Gathering for Human-Centered Design Professionals (Service Design Consultation Desk)
(Yumemi Co., Ltd.) Hello, we are the Design Guild (designer team) at Yumemi Co., Ltd.Presented by YUMEMI—which prides itself on hosting the most study sessions in Japan—this is a learning opportunity focused on human-centered design and service design. It’s a casual get-together (with drinks) to solve common challenges related to “broad-spectrum design,” a term we’ve been hearing a lot lately, such as “hiring your first designer” and “introducing design thinking.” Please feel free to join us.
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● Online Symposium
(Learning of Tomorrow)
We’ll be holding an online symposium during lunch hour (12:00 PM – 12:55 PM). We look forward to your participation. |
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June 2023, Vol. 12 Publisher: Nanako Ishido Editor: Chika MasudaAddress: 1-18-13 Bunka, Sumida-ku, Tokyo info@blaboratory.org
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