U.S. tech company Nvidia and Japan’s Fujitsu partner to develop AI-powered smart robots and other innovations using Nvidia’s computer chips, aiming to establish an AI infrastructure in Japan by 2030. Fujitsu stock rose 3% after the announcement. The collaboration will focus on various AI applications, including healthcare, manufacturing, and customer services.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Fujitsu CEO Takahito Tokita expressed optimism about Japan leading the world in AI and robotics. The companies plan to leverage Fujitsu’s expertise and Nvidia’s GPUs to create cutting-edge AI technologies. Specific projects and investment details were not disclosed, but a potential collaboration on AI for robots with Yaskawa Electric Corp. was mentioned.

The collaboration between Fujitsu and Nvidia aims to address Japan’s labor shortages by incorporating AI in manufacturing processes, utilizing digital twins and robotics. Tokita emphasized a “humancentric” approach to technology development, focusing on keeping Japan competitive in the global market. Both companies aim to create innovative solutions for societal challenges through their partnership.

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