# Startup eyes pig kidney transplants for humans - July 8, 2026

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Podcast: [theTokyoBill Japan news brief](https://stenobird.com/podcast/thetokyobill-japan-news-brief-7021133)
Published: 2026-07-08T18:38:20+00:00
Episode link: https://thetokyobill.podbean.com/e/startup-eyes-pig-kidney-transplants-for-humans-july-8-2026/
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Duration seconds: 455

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In today’s episode: Japanese space probe Hayabusa2 captures stunning images during close flyby of asteroid Torifune; Japan, US, and South Korea raise alarm over China’s submarine missile launch; Teen arrested for ChatGPT-assisted cyberattack on anime streaming service; Japanese brewers expand zero-alcohol lineups as young drinkers step back; Sapporo Breweries partners with Carlsberg in $643 million Southeast Asia push; Japan startup eyes pig kidney transplants for humans as early as 2028

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