{
  "id": 443849,
  "title": "NEC tests parking tech that only starts charging once you exit your car",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/nec-tests-parking-tech-that-only-starts-charging-once-you-exit-your-443849",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-10T01:32:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Register Science",
    "slug": "the-register-science",
    "url": "https://www.theregister.com/software/2026/08/10/nec-tests-parking-tech-that-only-starts-charging-once-you-exit-your-car/5285245"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Japan's NEC has begun testing a novel parking technology that only charges drivers once they exit their car. Traditional parking facilities typically charge at the moment a driver enters the facility, causing customers to pay for time spent circling for a spot and leaving the center. NEC, in partnership with Japanese firm UrbanChain, will next month pilot a system that detects when a driver pulls into a parking space and departs. This technology relies on cameras and AI analysis of real-time video to determine when parking starts and ends. NEC's investigation will determine the number of cameras required to make this system practical. The announcement also touches on data utilization services for commercial facilities, which could monitor vehicle occupants exiting the premises, analyze visitor trends, and more. This proposal might raise concerns about increased surveillance in parking facilities. Additionally, NEC suggests the technology could enhance safety by identifying drivers who remain in their cars for extended periods, potentially indicating a health issue. The duo believes that if drivers know they won't be charged while searching for a spot or exiting the facility, they may drive more cautiously. Meanwhile, Fujifilm is considering a partial spin-off of its printer business, aiming to retain up to 20 percent of its shares. The company believes this move will allow it to concentrate on its other operations. Japan's printer market is facing uncertainty due to a combination of structural changes and cyclical pressures. A new 2GW-plus datacenter has opened in Inner Mongolia, China, owned by Envision. The facility can accommodate up to one million GPUs and deliver one million PFLOPS of AI computing power. It utilizes renewable energy and falls within Beijing's plan to establish datacenters near clean energy sources. A submarine cable operator in Australia has raised concerns about \"suspicious\" activity near two cables, prompting a potential police investigation. Meanwhile, Indian IT services firm Infosys has partnered with Australian shoe manufacturer Crocs to modernize its production systems. The ten-year deal will standardize operations and improve efficiency, responsiveness, and customer experience. Finally, Australia's Attorney-General has requested a privacy probe into low-cost smart glasses sold by discount retailer Kmart, due to widespread community concerns about potential impacts, particularly for women and children.",
  "summary": "PLUS: Infosys to wear Crocs for a decade; Fujifilm may quit printers; 2GW datacenter debuts in western China; and more!",
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        "outlet": "The Register Software",
        "title": "NEC tests parking tech that only starts charging once you exit your car",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/nec-tests-parking-tech-that-only-starts-charging-once-you-exit-your",
        "published": "2026-08-10T01:32:04.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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