Japan ought to develop its own AI, as per Nvidia's Jensen Huang's suggestion
In a significant development, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has suggested that Japan should consider developing its own artificial intelligence (AI) to leverage its unique language and data, particularly in light of the country's aging society and the growing importance of productivity.
Huang made these remarks at a press briefing on March 19 during Nvidia's GTC conference in San Jose, California. He emphasised that AI is the "best way we know to improve productivity."
Japan's interest in AI development is not isolated. Asia, in general, presents opportunities for "sovereign AI," as the US chip giant sees it. India, for instance, is investing USD 1.25 billion in building its computing infrastructure and developing large language models. This investment plan includes plans to procure 10,000 graphics processing units (GPUs) within the next 18-24 months.
Huang expressed his interest in doing business with India, given their investment in AI. However, he did not specify any plans or initiatives by Nvidia to assist India in AI development.
In Japan, the government is taking steps to better connect startups with resources for the development of generative AI. The "Incubator for Next-Generation Technology Talents" initiative aims to provide startups with the necessary support to create innovative AI solutions. The Japanese government is also investing in generative AI to speed up scientific discoveries in medicine and materials.
Huang's comments imply a concern about third parties harvesting Japan's data for AI development, which was not mentioned in relation to India's AI development. It suggests a potential shift in AI development towards "sovereign AI" in Asia.
This article was first published on Nikkei Asia, as part of 36Kr's partnership with Nikkei. The US chip giant's CEO's suggestions could mark a significant step towards Japan's self-reliance in AI technology, potentially leading to increased productivity and advancements in various sectors.
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