OpenAI has launched “ChatGPT Health” to enhance the accuracy of medical information provided by ChatGPT, utilized by 40 million daily. This feature integrates personal health records and wearable data, assisting users in managing health queries and creating personalized plans. It emphasizes privacy and security, with encrypted conversations. Access requires signing up for a waiting list.
The 2026 technology forecast anticipates the emergence of foldable iPhones, household robots, advanced AI in healthcare, and challenges in cybersecurity. Noteworthy predictions include upgraded Siri, AI-driven home robots, evolving digital IDs, and innovations in autonomous vehicles and electric supercars. The report highlights ongoing concerns regarding AI misuse and evolving threats.
On November 18, 2025, ITR hosted the “IT Trend 2025” conference, featuring Shinya Mizuno’s keynote on IT structural reforms. Highlighting AI’s crucial role, he emphasized the need for IT departments to pivot from maintaining legacy systems to maximizing AI value. He proposed a comprehensive “architecture design” to address existing complexities and enhance integration within organizations.
On January 8, 2026, Gartner Japan released survey results on data utilization by Japanese companies. It found that only 2.4% reported adequate results across the company, while over 70% noted some success. Challenges include difficulty accessing necessary data, understanding its use, and concerns over data quality.
Rio Tinto and Glencore’s merger talks highlight the rising global demand for copper, driven by AI and renewable energy initiatives. As copper supplies struggle to keep pace, significant mining transactions are emerging. By 2040, copper demand is projected to exceed supply by 25%, underscoring copper’s crucial role in the economy and innovation.
The rising interest in generative AI has created a demand for professionals with relevant skills across various fields, particularly in technology and consulting. LinkedIn’s report reveals AI Engineer, AI Consultant, and Data Annotator as top growing roles in the U.S., highlighting the need for advanced expertise and flexibility in work arrangements.
退休前的财务决策直接影响生活质量。避免的六个常见错误包括：提升退休金缴款、分析社安金选项、避免不必要债务、避开高风险投资、控制对子女的财务支持，以及为退休生活方式制定清晰预算。这些措施将确保顺利退休。
许多人在职场中面临退休信号，比如频繁感到厌倦、不愿学习新工具、逃避晋升等，这些都可能提示他们是时候考虑退休了。尤其在工作环境变化和同龄人退休时，个人的工作满意度与生活目标需获得重新评估。
“剩余履约价值”（RPO）已成为投资者关注的重点，尤其是在甲骨文的股价大幅波动后。尽管RPO显示出巨额增长，投资者对其真实性和OpenAI履约能力持怀疑态度。这引发了对会计标准和合同是否应被视为RPO的广泛讨论。
多くの日本の伝統的企業（JTC）では、生成AIの活用が進むが、技術的な変革が進まないのは非技術的な要因による。要件定義のプロセスは生成AIにより迅速化したが、出力の品質や整合性が問題視される。情報システム部門の役割強化が重要だ。
美国白领员工因裁员、AI崛起和就业市场不景气感到焦虑。失业率略升至4.6%，高等教育劳动者的失业率上升，就业前景变暗。许多人对找到新工作的信心下降，职业流动性减弱，经济持续通胀加重了他们的负担。
美国IPO市场在经历四年动荡后，银行家和投资者正为2026年的一系列大型IPO做准备。Medline的成功上市为市场提供了一定信心，但部分银行家担心，未来大型IPO将影响市场流动性和较小公司的吸引力。
丸紅ネットワークソリューションズは、Salesforceの入力業務を効率化する「bellSalesAI」を導入した。これにより、営業・技術部門の業務効率化とデータ品質向上が期待され、顧客対応や新規開拓に集中できる環境が整う。全体の営業力底上げを目指す。
德国与中国的经济关系正经历转变，曾经的互利合作演变为不平等压榨，德国制造商希望退出。德国政府开始实施保护主义措施，以应对中国日益强大的竞争。对此，德国政界和企业界的态度正变得更加谨慎和保守，反映出对经济依赖的重视与担忧。
