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KDDI Technology's CTO to Speak at Okinawa Open Days 2025

KDDI Technology, headquartered in Koto, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce that its Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Yoshikazu Shima, will deliver a keynote speech at the highly anticipated Okinawa Open Days 2025. Organized by the Okinawa Open Laboratory Association, this event will take place from December 3 to 5, 2025, at the Okinawa Municipal Assembly Hall located in Naha City, Okinawa.

Event Details

• - Event Name: Okinawa Open Days 2025 (OOD2025)
• - Dates: December 3 (Wednesday) - December 5 (Friday), 2025
• - Venue: Okinawa Municipal Assembly Hall, 116-37 Asahimachi, Naha City, Okinawa
• - Organizer: Okinawa Open Days 2025 Executive Committee
• - More Information: Okinawa Open Days Official Site
• - Keynote Date and Time: December 5 (Friday) from 13:30 to 14:15

Keynote Topic

Shima's presentation, titled "Transforming Development! Changing Tomorrow! The Current State of Generative AI", will delve into the future of AI-driven technologies. The discussion will highlight transformations happening in app development, programming, and educational approaches.

Shima stated, "The rapid evolution of generative AI is reshaping the future of IT on a daily basis. As generative AI continues to emerge as a platform for various activities in society, it will redefine the current norms and significantly increase internet traffic. We are witnessing a shift in the role of applications that deal with user interfaces and a redefinition of developers and programming. Furthermore, devices will become more user-centric."

Learning in the Age of Generative AI

In his keynote, Shima will explore how learning methodologies are adapting in the generative AI era. There are numerous instances where individuals have acquired development skills primarily through generative AI, without traditional instruction. Approaches utilizing AI-driven development enable swift mastery of new skills.

Shima emphasized the importance of sharing these insights at the Okinawa Open Days 2025, stating, "We will come together to discuss the changing landscape of the internet, development styles, applications, user interfaces, and smartphones, along with evolving learning methods in this transformative era."

Profile of Yoshikazu Shima

Yoshikazu Shima, the CTO of KDDI Technology, hails from Hiroshima Prefecture and was born on September 4, 1969. After completing his master’s degree at the University of Tsukuba, he joined a major electronics manufacturer, focusing on browser development. In 2012, he joined KDDI Technology, and became the CTO in 2021. Currently, he spearheads technological development while promoting mobile and internet technologies, as well as nurturing talent via community management and writing.

Notable Publications

• - Introduction to Google Android (Technical Review Press)
• - Complete Manual for EZweb Homepage Creation (ASCII Press)
• - How to Create Web Pages for Cell Phones (ASCII Press)
• - Easy HP Creation for i-mode (Natsume Publishing)
• - Continued 5G Textbook: From NSA/SA to 6G (Impress Publishing, co-authored)

Additional Insights

Moreover, Tatsuya Nakayama, Deputy Director of KDDI Technology's Business Promotion Department, will present during a session on December 3, 2025. His talk, titled "Connecting Technologies, Opening Futures: KDDI Technology's Challenges and Innovations", is scheduled from 16:10 to 16:20, where he will share KDDI Technology's role in developing new technologies and creating value in society through innovation.

For anyone interested in the future of technology and how generative AI is shaping various fields, the Okinawa Open Days 2025 presents a remarkable opportunity to engage with thought leaders and innovators. We hope to see you there!