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Ethicronics goes to Japan as part of the Department of Business and Trade's UK Fintech and Financial Sectory Cybersecurity trade mission

At Ethicronics, collaboration drives innovation. Our recent participation in the Department of Business and Trade's (DBT) UK Fintech and Financial Sector Cybersecurity trade mission to Japan provided a valuable opportunity to share our expertise, build connections, and engage in discussions between two important hubs of technology—UK and Japan, Tokyo and Cambridge.

Strengthening Connections In Japan

Returning to Japan as part of the UK Fintech and Financial Sector Cybersecurity mission was an important step for us. Organized during Japan Fintech Week, the mission aimed to encourage dialogue and cooperation between UK and Japanese stakeholders. We were pleased to contribute by presenting Ethicronics’ Cambridge-based innovation and showcasing our expertise in trusted computing, scalable hardware assurance, and solutions that address hardware supply-chain security.

Engaging in Tokyo

Our week in Tokyo was filled with key meetings and presentations. Our CEO, Dr. Franck Courbon, delivered several presentations—including one at The British Embassy, one at the headquarters of a leading Japanese Finance institution and another at the headquarters of a complementary potential partner in cybersecurity. These engagements allowed us to share Ethicronics’ strengths, including trusted computing, hardware assurance, and our collaborations with stakeholders across finance, telecoms, defense, and other industries.

We also met with leaders from corporate venture capital and other sectors, learning more about the diversity of Japan's innovation ecosystem. The mission was well-organized, and we appreciated the effort of the hosts to facilitate productive discussions.  Despite the changing weather—from sunshine to rain and snow— it has been a very fruitful week.

Dr. Franck Courbon giving a presentation at the British embassy in Japan

Reflecting on Collaboration

We were honoured to witness discussions on AI collaboration involving UK and Japanese government leaders, including three Ministers. These conversations highlighted the shared commitment to advancing technology through international cooperation and demonstrated the importance of initiatives like the UK Fintech and Financial Sector Cybersecurity Trade Mission.

At Ethicronics, we are proud to contribute to these efforts from Cambridge. Our work remains focused on addressing real-world challenges while creating opportunities for innovation, mainly starting with low-level software and our solution for hardware supply chain security.

GB Foreign and International Development Minister Rt Hon David Lammy MP
GB Minister of Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds MP
JP State Minister for Foreign Affairs TSUJI Kiyoto-san
MRes., MPhil., MEng., PhD., CEO & Founder Franck Courbon (in the background!)

Looking Ahead

This visit to Japan reinforced the importance of partnerships and collaboration. We would like to thank again the Department for Business & Trade / British Embassy Tokyo and all organizers for their efforts in putting together such an effective mission. Japan has always been an important partner for us, and this trip has further strengthened our connection to its ecosystem.


As we move forward, we remain committed to advancing trusted computing, hardware assurance, and innovations that contribute to global progress. Thank you to everyone involved—we look forward to continuing these conversations and collaborations.

Read updates on LinkedIn: Announcing Japan Visit, Updates from Japan, Discussing UK-Japan Collaboration

We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Dr. Franck Courbon, has been appointed to the executive committee of the Cambridge University Engineers' Association (CUEA). This role reflects his unwavering commitment to the local community for global impact.

Global impact and engagement Franck's extensive experience spans corporate, academic, and entrepreneurial realms, with notable contributions to both local and international communities. His approach has enabled him to mentor and inspire approximately 2,000 individuals, including 13-year-old students, undergraduates, postgraduates, researchers, and professionals in incubators and accelerators across the Middle East and Asia.

Part of Franck's mission is to support future leaders transparently, particularly world-leading engineering students in their career choices. His frank and unbiased guidance empowers students to navigate their paths with confidence and clarity, ensuring they are well-prepared to tackle the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Collaborative initiatives Franck's involvement such as the Cambridge University Engineers' Association underscores Ethicronics' commitment to fostering innovation and excellence through technology. Franck has supported various organisations given his strong knowledge of the Cambridge Eco-system notably. Form the Future CIC, Cambridge University of Cambridge Judge Business School, Department of Computer Science and Department of Engineering, SETsquared Partnership, and UniHive Education are some examples of supported institutions.

Join us in celebrating this exciting milestone and stay tuned for more updates on our LinkedIn. We continue our efforts to drive innovation and support the engineering community.

Original LinkedIn post

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