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NEC
Minato City, Tokyo, JapanFounded 1899104k staff

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About

NEC Corporation, founded in 1899 as Nippon Electric Company, is a prominent Japanese multinational based in Tokyo. The company specializes in telecommunications equipment, IT services, and related software and products. Initially focused on telephone equipment for Japan's government, NEC has grown into a global leader in information and communications technology. Today, NEC offers a wide range of products and services, including telecommunications infrastructure, cloud computing, AI, cybersecurity, and system integration. The company also provides microelectronics, embedded systems, and public safety solutions like facial recognition technology. NEC serves a diverse customer base, including government agencies, telecommunications carriers, and enterprises, emphasizing customer satisfaction and quality service throughout its history.

Products

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NeoFace is NEC's advanced facial recognition technology, providing high accuracy and speed for identity verification and security applications.

AI
Biometric & Hardware Authentication
Updated Oct 7, 2026

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Communications & Collaboration
Updated Sep 9, 2026

Recent News

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NEC Transfers Overseas Network Equipment Resale Business and Other IT Businesses

NEC is transferring its overseas network equipment resale business and other IT businesses, which could impact MSPs who partner with NEC for hardware or solutions, indicating potential shifts in product availability or partnership structures.

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Shaping the future of AI: Anthropic and NEC partner to build the ultimate Claude team

NEC is partnering with Anthropic to build the Claude AI team. This could be relevant for MSPs looking into AI solutions or managing AI infrastructure for clients, as it signifies NEC's deepened commitment to advanced AI development.

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Visualizing the Economic Benefits of Disaster Prevention: NYU and NEC Partner to Create New Value

NEC and NYU are partnering to visualize and quantify the economic benefits of disaster prevention. This research could provide valuable insights for MSPs in demonstrating the ROI of their disaster recovery and business continuity services to clients.

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NEC Revises Segments

NEC's revision of business segments could signal shifts in its market focus and product offerings, which may influence future partner programs and solutions relevant to MSPs.

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NEC's Next-Generation Cybersecurity Service "CyIOC"

NEC has launched "CyIOC," a next-generation cybersecurity service that integrates proprietary threat intelligence with AI technologies. This is highly relevant for MSPs looking to offer advanced cybersecurity solutions to their clients or enhance their own security operations.

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Company Overview

Founded

1899

Employees

104k+

Industry

information technology & services

Headquarters

Minato City, Tokyo, Japan