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Intel and Rakuten CEOs on how 5G will empower network cloudification, autonomous driving and more

Intel and Rakuten CEOs on 5G, network cloudification, autonomous driving and more

August 29, 2019

Intel and Rakuten CEOs on how 5G will empower network cloudification, autonomous driving and more

Intel and Rakuten CEOs on 5G, network cloudification, autonomous driving and more

August 29, 2019

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The first moment I truly understood empowerment, I was watching an early Rakuten team member start his day.

The Empowerment Solution

December 5, 2019

Rakuten Kobo has a simple mission: We strive to make reading lives better. One guiding principle we always keep in mind is that, as a reader, there should be a time before you started reading with Kobo, and there should be a time after. And the time after should be better.

Fact, not fiction: Rakuten Kobo CEO Michael Tamblyn on the health benefits of reading a good book

December 3, 2019

With Matchday, viewers are offered a no-holds-barred view of the club and players, following the team at key moments from the last season and offering exclusive, previously unseen footage and content, both of players before and after games and spending time with their family and friends.

Matchday premiere: Behind the scenes at FC Barcelona

November 29, 2019

What excitement! What passion! As Rakuten’s director of sports sponsorships, I was privileged to spend last week in Madrid watching the new Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals come to life and witnessing world number one Rafael Nadal lead Spain to victory in remarkable fashion.

A new swing at the Davis Cup

November 27, 2019

Machine Learning Tokyo is a unique group focused on bringing diversity to AI. Founder & director Suzana Ilic spoke at Rakuten Technology Conference 2019.

Machine Learning Tokyo is democratizing AI

November 26, 2019

Jenny Fleiss discussed modern consumer expectations and where commerce is heading in the future at Rakuten Optimism 2019 in San Francisco.

Jenny Fleiss at Rakuten Optimism: Make shopping more efficient, personalized and experiential

November 22, 2019

“Everyday Spartans,” an original series by Rakuten, follows eight ordinary people as they travel the globe and transform their lives through Spartan challenges.

Rakuten’s “Everyday Spartans” follows eight ordinary people on a grueling, globe-trotting adventure to transform their lives

November 20, 2019

Walk Together: A message for our times

November 19, 2019

5G and edge computing: These are fascinating and complex topics, but it can sometimes be difficult to understand exactly what they are, how they are relevant, and how they can be used. As part of the efforts of the new Rakuten Mobile research lab, (mobile) edge computing will be a main area of focus. In order to further bolster these efforts, we are starting a series of articles on this topic.

Edge computing: The next frontier

November 15, 2019

Daymond John has it all: the sports cars, the houses, the designer clothes. But at Rakuten Optimism in San Francisco—a conference addressing the hottest trends in digital marketing, e-commerce, mobile network technology and more—he reminded delegates that he wasn’t always America’s favorite Shark.

Daymond John’s “Shark Points” and his inspiring story of success

November 14, 2019

The Davis Cup invokes passion and unity among communities in a way that is truly special. I’m excited that Rakuten is part of this new adventure.

Optimism and the Davis Cup

November 12, 2019

Marie Kondo shares sock folding methods, details of her partnership with Rakuten and the central tenants of her KonMari Method™ at Rakuten Optimism.

Marie Kondo Sparks Joy at Rakuten Optimism in San Francisco

November 12, 2019

5G is about more than high-speed data traffic. It’s also about tailoring connectivity to users and bringing real-time analytics closer to decision-makers.

Rapid, responsive and ultimately revolutionary: Welcome to the 5G era

November 8, 2019

Rakuten is walking together with partners to realize mission-focused projects, from empowering small businesses to helping conquer cancer, explained Mickey Mikitani.

Walk Together: Rakuten CEO shares vision for the future at Rakuten Optimism in San Francisco

November 7, 2019

Rakuten Technology Conference will play host to global experts and thought leaders—who will discuss leadership challenges and opportunities in tech today.

Rakuten Technology Conference 2019: Leaders for our Future

November 6, 2019

Umikaze Park takes robot deliveries: Rakuten and Seiyu

November 5, 2019

As part of the NBA Japan Games, fans from around the country were treated to an extraordinary evening of entertainment in the form of NBA Fan Night.

NBA Fan Night: Hoops legends, rock stars and Japan’s oldest active baller

October 31, 2019

The world's no. 1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic, was in top form in Tokyo, thrilling fans on route to capturing his first Rakuten Open Championship.

Djokovic bests Aussie qualifier Millman to take first Rakuten Open title

October 30, 2019

While costumes have been the main focus of Japan’s short Halloween history, a new and homier way to enjoy Halloween is gaining popularity.

Halloween at home a hit in Japan

October 29, 2019

Tech visionaries, marketing pioneers and lots of star power at Rakuten Optimism

October 25, 2019